Cultural Manifesto

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April 15, 2021

Kyle Long explores vocal music from Indianapolis past and present, including new music from the Indianapolis based composer Hanna Benn and a look back at the music of vocal group The Four Freshmen.

African, Asian, and Latin Music in Indiana (Part 2)

April 7, 2021

Kyle Long continues exploring the rich history of Asian, African and Latin music traditions in Indiana, with music from Salaam, Santos Candelaria, Prince Julius Adeniyi, and Pavel & Direct Contact.

African, Asian, and Latin Music in Indiana (Part 1)

March 31, 2021

Meet three Hoosier artists whove brought the sounds of Africa, Latin America and Asia to Indiana: Sutiweyu Sandoval, DJ Stephan Vohito, and Teacher Ka of the Indianapolis Chinese Orchestra.

March 24, 2021

Indianapolis based emcee Skypp joins Kyle Long to discuss his time in the Indianapolis hip-hop scene, and how hes using his music to address the legacy of systemic racism in Indiana.

Country Music Women of Indiana

March 17, 2021

Kyle Long celebrates Womens History Month by paying tribute to the legendary country music women of Indiana, including nationally known stars and local recordings from across the Hoosier state.

March 10, 2021

Celebrate the 100th anniversary of the birth of Gary, Indiana's Vivian Carter. During the 1950s, Carter co-founded the influential independent record label Vee-Jay Records.

March 3, 2021

Explore the musical legacy of Gary, Indiana's Bud Pressner. His career in music stretched over 50 years and covered an enormous range of musical expression, from big bands to electronic dance music.

February 24, 2021

Indy musicians Oreo Jones, Sirius Blvck, and David "Moose" Adamson preview their new project 81355, which was recently signed to 37d03d, a record label founded by members of Bon Iver and The National.

Note Records

February 18, 2021

Explore the music of Note Records, an influential Indianapolis record label founded by brothers Mel and Jerry Herman during the early rock and roll era of 1950s.

Art & Soul 2021

February 11, 2021

Enjoy words and music with this year's Art & Soul performers, including Yadin Kol, Bashiri Asad, Chris Pitts, Staci McCrackin, Clint Breeze, and Ashlee Baskin.

The Field Recordings of Art Rosenbaum

February 3, 2021

Explore the work of the celebrated folklorist, musician, and painter Art Rosenbaum. During the mid-20th century, Rosenbaum made a series of field recordings of traditional Indiana music.