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Naptown Legends: Creed Taylor Pt. 2
September 16, 2022
This week we continue our tribute to the legendary jazz producer Creed Taylor.
Naptown Legends: Creed Taylor Pt. 1
September 8, 2022
Explore Indy jazz producer Creed Taylor's work with the iconic guitarist Wes Montgomery.
The Guitar Landscape of Wes Montgomery’s Indianapolis
September 2, 2022
Meet the Avenue guitarists that influenced Wes Montgomery's style and sound.
More Forgotten Legends of the Avenue
August 26, 2022
This week we continue our ongoing series celebrating the forgotten legends of the Avenue.
Naptown Legends: Carl Perkins Pt. 2
August 19, 2022
Part two of our tribute to the Indy-born jazz piano legend Carl Perkins.
Naptown Legends: Carl Perkins Pt. 1
August 12, 2022
Part one of our tribute to the legendary Indianapolis jazz pianist Carl Perkins.
Naptown Legends: Sarah McLawler
August 5, 2022
Celebrate the August birthday of the legendary Naptown musician Sarah McLawler. During her extraordinary career, McLawler had success as a vocalist, and jazz organist.
Naptown Legends: Jimmy Wormick
July 28, 2022
This week we’ll pay tribute to Jimmy Wormick, a legendary Naptown jazz trombonist.
Naptown Legends: Clifford Ratliff
July 21, 2022
Enjoy an hour of words and music from the great Naptown jazz trumpeter Clifford Ratliff.
Remembering Steve Odle
July 15, 2022
Celebrate the life and music of Steve Odle, lead vocalist for the Indianapolis soul music group Words of Wisdom. Odle passed away last month at the age of 70.
The Avenue After Hours
July 8, 2022
During the mid-20th Century, the fun on Indiana Avenue didn’t stop at closing time.
Avenue Connections: Brother Jack McDuff
July 1, 2022
Brother Jack McDuff is one of the most celebrated jazz organists in music history, but few music fans are aware of his deep connection to Naptown. This week we’ll explore McDuff’s work on the Avenue.
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