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Image Info: Gary Walters performs with legendary Indianapolis jazz fusion band Speakeasy.
The Many Musical Hats of Gary Walters
March 31, 2022
Kyle Long speaks with pianist and composer Gary Walters. Gary is best known for his work in jazz music, but he’s recorded folk, country, and classical music as well. Enjoy rare, unreleased recordings featuring his work with the legendary Indianapolis jazz fusion band Speakeasy.
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Nikki Giovanni / Best of Indiana Music 2024
December 18, 2024
Listen to an interview with the poet, activist, and educator Nikki Giovanni, who passed away...
Celebrating the music of Barbara Dane – Part 2
December 11, 2024
Hear the final episode in our two-part series celebrating the life and music of Barbara Dane,...
Celebrating the music of Barbara Dane – Part 1
December 4, 2024
Hear the first episode in our two-part series celebrating the life and music of Barbara Dane,...
Celebrating Native American Heritage Month with Medicine Singers and Supaman
November 27, 2024
Listen to a special episode celebrating National Native American Heritage Month. Learn how...
Fort Wayne, Indiana's Troy Shondell
November 20, 2024
Fort Wayne’s Troy Shondell was one of Indiana’s first rock and roll stars. He’s...
Revisiting Zerfas with rapper Id Obelus
November 13, 2024
A new album from the Logansport Indiana rapper Id Obelus celebrates the legacy of Zerfas. The...
Dionne Warwick
November 6, 2024
Listen to an interview with the legendary vocalist Dionne Warwick. She’ll be performing...
Kenny Aronoff
November 6, 2024
Listen to an interview with the prolific rock and roll drummer, and former Bloomington, Indiana...
Zakir Hussain returns to Indianapolis
October 30, 2024
Listen to words and music with the tabla virtuoso Zakir Hussain, one of the most celebrated...
Halloween edition: Yung Rev / Truly Terrifying Indiana Music
October 23, 2024
Enjoy a special Halloween episode of Cultural Manifesto. Hear an interview with Yung Rev, an...
Inga McDaniel
October 16, 2024
Listen to an interview with the Indianapolis musician and producer, Inga McDaniel. A new anthology...
How Women Made Music
October 16, 2024
Hear a conversation with NPR music contributors Ann Powers and Alison Fensterstock. They’ll...
Fall 2024 Pledge Show
October 9, 2024
Listen to a special pledge drive episode featuring 2024 show highlights selected by host Kyle...
Juan Orrego-Salas
October 2, 2024
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with rare recordings from composer Juan Orrego-Salas. He...
Wishy / Celebrating the music of Ronnie Haig
September 25, 2024
Listen to an interview with the Indianapolis rock band Wishy. Their debut album Triple Seven...
Lakecia Benjamin at Indy Jazz Fest
September 18, 2024
Listen to an interview with jazz saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin about her breakout year in 2024....
Felix Cavaliere of The Rascals
September 18, 2024
Listen to an interview with rock and roll legend Felix Cavaliere of The Rascals, considered...
John Roseboro
September 11, 2024
Listen to an interview with the New York-based musician John Roseboro. He describes his music...
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