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• Kishi Bashi

  [Music] Jazz+Blues

  Wed., May 23, 8 p.m. - Multi-instrumentalist, occasional beatboxer and singer K. Ishibashi has...

• OMG!

  [Music] DJs+Dancing

  Wednesdays, 10 p.m. - Resident DJs Action Jackson and Scott Matelic rock...

• Frank Glover Ensemble

  [Music] Jazz+Blues

  Thursdays, 8-11 p.m. - Glover continues on in a gig he once...

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• 1) Music at the Murphy: MOKB Presents

• 2) Review: The Lumineers, self-titled debut

• 3) Music at the Murphy: Kishi Bashi

• 4) Mayer Hawthorne: Accidental soul

• 5) Alejandro Escovedo: Not "alt-country"

• 6) Music at the Murphy: Joyful Noise

• Features

  Feature

  Music at the Murphy: Kishi Bashi

  By Katherine Coplen   [Profiles - May. 23, 2012]

  The virtuoso violinist and occasional beatboxer will perform this evening at the Murphy Arts Center

• Features

  Feature

  Music at the Murphy: Joyful Noise

  By Katherine Coplen   [Profiles - May. 23, 2012]

  Joyful Noise opens their brand new space in the Murphy Art Center tonight with a performance by Kishi Bashi.

• Features

  Feature Video

  Music at the Murphy: MOKB Presents

  By Katherine Coplen   [Profiles - May. 23, 2012]

  Step into the DO317 Lounge, where national touring acts will perform for small crowds in the Murphy Arts Center.

• Features

  Feature

  Mayer Hawthorne: Accidental soul

  By Katherine Coplen   [Profiles - May. 23, 2012]

  Mayer Hawthorne a.k.a. Andrew Cohen a.k.a. DJ Haircut will perform at Deluxe at Old National Centre tonight.

• Reviews

  Review

  Review: The Lumineers, self-titled debut

  By Rob Nichols   [Album Reviews - May. 23, 2012]

  The first full-length from The Lumineers wallops with a roots rock punch of backwoods-via-NYC soul, mixed with giddy realism and music surprising and powerful.

• Features

  Feature Video

  Alejandro Escovedo: Not "alt-country"

  By Katherine Coplen   [Profiles - May. 23, 2012]

  Alejandro Escovedo will perform at the White Rabbit Cabaret this Saturday.

• Reviews

  Review

  Review: Six Feet Under, 'Undead'

  By Brad Sanders   [Album Reviews - May. 22, 2012]

  'Undead,' like the band's entire oeuvre, merely exists, and that's not really worth bragging about.

• Reviews

  Review Video

  Review: Brad Paisley at Klipsch

  By Jon R. LaFollette   [Live Music Reviews - May. 22, 2012]

  The country star's performance at Klipsch Music Center was fun and engaging and highlighted his serious star power.

• Reviews

  Review Slideshow

  Review: The Wake at Earth House

  By Rob Nichols   [Live Music Reviews - May. 22, 2012]

  As Brian Gropp of the Dead Hearts said during his set, "American rock is out there" — at house parties and in basements; it's just harder to find."

• Reviews

  Review

  Review: Reckless Edward, The Melismatics, Small Arms Fire

  By Mike Contreras   [Live Music Reviews - May. 22, 2012]

  Reckless Edward, The Melismatics and Small Arms Fire played the Melody Inn on Friday.

• Reviews

  Review

  Review: Burzum, 'Umskiptar'

  By Brad Sanders   [Album Reviews - May. 22, 2012]

  I'm not the first to make the observation, but it bears repeating - Varg Vikernes is now the black metal Robert Pollard.

• Features

  Feature

  Review: Here We Go Magic, 'A Different Ship'

  By Mike Contreras   [Album Reviews - May. 22, 2012]

  Mike Contreras reviews the Joyful Noise cassette release of Here We Go Magic's 'A Different Ship.'

• Reviews

  Review Slideshow

  Review: Dr. Goldfoot and The Bikini Machine, The Ladybirds, Dirty Kluger

  By Mike Contreras   [Live Music Reviews - May. 22, 2012]

  The lineup at the Melody Inn last week channeled different parts of the '60s.

• Features

  Feature Slideshow

  Slideshow: Memoryhouse, KO and more

  By Bryan Moore   [Live Music Reviews - May. 21, 2012]

  View shots from this weekend's music events, including the Fountain Square Carnival, Memoryhouse at Radio Radio, The Ladybirds, KO and more.

• Read More

• Street Team Blog

  Feature Slideshow

  Slideshow: Tonic 11 unveiling at the Murphy

  By Ashley Berger   [May. 10, 2012]

  Tonic 11 began First Friday festivities with a show on top of the Murphy in Fountain Square to unveil the theme for this year's fundraiser for Second Helpings.

• Music Blog

  Feature

  Heartbeat: Father John Misty's 'Fear Fun'

  By Katherine Coplen   [Apr. 24, 2012]

  Listen to Father John Misty's album, 'Fear Fun,' here.

• Timesuck

  Feature Video

  Five Year Mission's Happy Birthday song

  By Justin Cross   [Apr. 23, 2012]

  Indy-based Five Year Mission wishes George Takei a happy birthday in their own unique way.

• Music Blog

  Feature

  Heartbeat: Hero Jr. on Indy nightlife

  By Katherine Coplen   [Apr. 11, 2012]

  Hero Jr. will perform with Gentlemen Hall as part of the NUVO Nightlife Guide launch party.

• Music Blog

  Review Video

  Heartbeat Review: Sharon Van Etten at Rhino's

  By Katherine Coplen   [Apr. 5, 2012]

  Sharon Van Etten and the War on Drugs stopped in Bloomington on April 1.

• Music Blog

  Feature

  Heartbeat: Jump the Shark

  By Katherine Coplen   [Apr. 4, 2012]

  New music from Indy band Jump the Shark.

• Music Blog

  Feature Video

  Heartbeat: The Proforms, Black Fabio

  By Katherine Coplen   [Mar. 28, 2012]

  New videos from Indy emcees, producers, directors and DJs.

• Music Blog

  Feature

  Heartbeat: In Memoriam, Chuck Workman

  By Katherine Coplen   [Mar. 26, 2012]

  Jazz Notes columnist and Indy music legend Chuck Workman passed away this weekend.

• More Music Blog
  

• Album Reviews

  Review

  Review: The Lumineers, self-titled debut

  By Rob Nichols   [May. 23, 2012]

  The first full-length from The Lumineers wallops with a roots rock punch of backwoods-via-NYC soul, mixed with giddy realism and music surprising and powerful.

• Album Reviews

  Review

  Review: Six Feet Under, 'Undead'

  By Brad Sanders   [May. 22, 2012]

  'Undead,' like the band's entire oeuvre, merely exists, and that's not really worth bragging about.

• Live Music Reviews

  Review Video

  Review: Brad Paisley at Klipsch

  By Jon R. LaFollette   [May. 22, 2012]

  The country star's performance at Klipsch Music Center was fun and engaging and highlighted his serious star power.

• Live Music Reviews

  Review Slideshow

  Review: The Wake at Earth House

  By Rob Nichols   [May. 22, 2012]

  As Brian Gropp of the Dead Hearts said during his set, "American rock is out there" — at house parties and in basements; it's just harder to find."

• Live Music Reviews

  Review

  Review: Reckless Edward, The Melismatics, Small Arms Fire

  By Mike Contreras   [May. 22, 2012]

  Reckless Edward, The Melismatics and Small Arms Fire played the Melody Inn on Friday.

• Album Reviews

  Review

  Review: Burzum, 'Umskiptar'

  By Brad Sanders   [May. 22, 2012]

  I'm not the first to make the observation, but it bears repeating - Varg Vikernes is now the black metal Robert Pollard.

• Live Music Reviews

  Review Slideshow

  Review: Dr. Goldfoot and The Bikini Machine, The Ladybirds, Dirty Kluger

  By Mike Contreras   [May. 22, 2012]

  The lineup at the Melody Inn last week channeled different parts of the '60s.

• Live Music Reviews

  Review Slideshow

  Review: Bonnie Raitt at Clowes Hall

  By Jon R. LaFollette   [May. 18, 2012]

  The well-traveled singer/songwriter brought her brand of country-blues to Clowes Hall for a slick, cool performance.

• Album Reviews

  Review

  Review: Bonamassa live in NYC

  By Alex Weilhammer   [May. 17, 2012]

  What Kobe Bryant can do with a basketball is what Joe Bonamassa can do with a guitar. He simply wills his instrument to play the perfect melodies.

• Album Reviews

  Review

  Review: Branden Daniel & the Chics' debut LP

  By Alex Weilhammer   [May. 17, 2012]

  Alex Weilhammer says the band's debut LP, 'Keep Em Flying,' soars above expectations.

• Album Reviews

  Review

  Review: Moriath, 'The Green Fields of Glentown'

  By Alex Weilhammer   [May. 17, 2012]

  Alex Weilhammer reviews an album of traditional Celtic music by the Michigan-based band.

• Live Music Reviews

  Feature Review

  Review: Arrah & the Ferns at White Rabbit

  By Grant Catton   [May. 16, 2012]

  One-time Muncie-based folk rock band Arrah & the Ferns swing through Indy on their way back to Philadelphia, with Household Guns and Jascha (solo) supporting.

• Album Reviews

  Review

  Review: Aldebaran, 'Embracing the Lightless Depths'

  By Brad Sanders   [May. 16, 2012]

  Brad Sanders reviews Aldebaran's newest release, 'Embracing the Lightless Depths.'

• Album Reviews

  Review

  Review: Allegaeon, 'Formshifter'

  By Brad Sanders   [May. 16, 2012]

  Few metal subgenres take themselves more seriously than technical death metal.

• Read More

• Profiles

  Feature

  Music at the Murphy: Kishi Bashi

  By Katherine Coplen   [May. 23, 2012]

  The virtuoso violinist and occasional beatboxer will perform this evening at the Murphy Arts Center

• Profiles

  Feature

  Music at the Murphy: Joyful Noise

  By Katherine Coplen   [May. 23, 2012]

  Joyful Noise opens their brand new space in the Murphy Art Center tonight with a performance by Kishi Bashi.

• Profiles

  Feature Video

  Music at the Murphy: MOKB Presents

  By Katherine Coplen   [May. 23, 2012]

  Step into the DO317 Lounge, where national touring acts will perform for small crowds in the Murphy Arts Center.

• Profiles

  Feature

  Mayer Hawthorne: Accidental soul

  By Katherine Coplen   [May. 23, 2012]

  Mayer Hawthorne a.k.a. Andrew Cohen a.k.a. DJ Haircut will perform at Deluxe at Old National Centre tonight.

• Profiles

  Feature Video

  Alejandro Escovedo: Not "alt-country"

  By Katherine Coplen   [May. 23, 2012]

  Alejandro Escovedo will perform at the White Rabbit Cabaret this Saturday.

• Album Reviews

  Feature

  Review: Here We Go Magic, 'A Different Ship'

  By Mike Contreras   [May. 22, 2012]

  Mike Contreras reviews the Joyful Noise cassette release of Here We Go Magic's 'A Different Ship.'

• Live Music Reviews

  Feature Slideshow

  Slideshow: Memoryhouse, KO and more

  By Bryan Moore   [May. 21, 2012]

  View shots from this weekend's music events, including the Fountain Square Carnival, Memoryhouse at Radio Radio, The Ladybirds, KO and more.

• Profiles

  Feature

  Interview: Richard Lloyd on CBGB, Pringles

  By Kelsey Simpson   [May. 18, 2012]

  Television guitarist and now-solo artist Richard Lloyd spoke with NUVO writer Kelsey Simpson.

• Profiles

  Feature

  Web comic relives Indy music scene, circa 2003

  By Wade Coggeshall   [May. 16, 2012]

  'Sparkshooter,' launched Feb. 29 at sparkshooter.com, chronicles the ups and downs of a fictional rock band in the real-life Indy music world of yore.

• Live Music Reviews

  Feature Review

  Review: Arrah & the Ferns at White Rabbit

  By Grant Catton   [May. 16, 2012]

  One-time Muncie-based folk rock band Arrah & the Ferns swing through Indy on their way back to Philadelphia, with Household Guns and Jascha (solo) supporting.

• Album Reviews

  Feature

  Beat Jab: Rufus Wainwright, Father John Misty

  By Micah Ling   [May. 16, 2012]

  Beat Jab delivers reviews in 200-word punches by award-winning author Micah Ling.

• Live Music Reviews

  Feature

  Chuck Workman Tribute at the Jazz Kitchen

  By Jeff Reed   [May. 15, 2012]

  NUVO's beloved Chuck Workman was celebrated at The Jazz Kitchen on Sunday, May 6, with music, memories and lots and lots of food.

• General

  Feature Slideshow

  Slideshow: Amy Ray, Real Talk and more

  By Bryan Moore   [May. 14, 2012]

  A collection of musical entertainment from the weekend of 5/11-5/13.

• General

  Feature Video

  Interview: Blane Fonda on prom, wiggling hips

  By Scott Raychel   [May. 9, 2012]

  "Let's be honest, describing music is kind of like trying to chew a fart." Wise words from Blane Fonda lead singer Mark Wetzel, whose band will perform at Punk Rock Prom.

• Read More

• Profiles

  Feature Video

  Music at the Murphy: MOKB Presents

  By Katherine Coplen   [May. 23, 2012]

  Step into the DO317 Lounge, where national touring acts will perform for small crowds in the Murphy Arts Center.

• Profiles

  Feature Video

  Alejandro Escovedo: Not "alt-country"

  By Katherine Coplen   [May. 23, 2012]

  Alejandro Escovedo will perform at the White Rabbit Cabaret this Saturday.

• Live Music Reviews

  Review Video

  Review: Brad Paisley at Klipsch

  By Jon R. LaFollette   [May. 22, 2012]

  The country star's performance at Klipsch Music Center was fun and engaging and highlighted his serious star power.

• Live Music Reviews

  Review Slideshow

  Review: The Wake at Earth House

  By Rob Nichols   [May. 22, 2012]

  As Brian Gropp of the Dead Hearts said during his set, "American rock is out there" — at house parties and in basements; it's just harder to find."

• Live Music Reviews

  Review Slideshow

  Review: Dr. Goldfoot and The Bikini Machine, The Ladybirds, Dirty Kluger

  By Mike Contreras   [May. 22, 2012]

  The lineup at the Melody Inn last week channeled different parts of the '60s.

• Live Music Reviews

  Feature Slideshow

  Slideshow: Memoryhouse, KO and more

  By Bryan Moore   [May. 21, 2012]

  View shots from this weekend's music events, including the Fountain Square Carnival, Memoryhouse at Radio Radio, The Ladybirds, KO and more.

• Live Music Reviews

  Review Slideshow

  Review: Bonnie Raitt at Clowes Hall

  By Jon R. LaFollette   [May. 18, 2012]

  The well-traveled singer/songwriter brought her brand of country-blues to Clowes Hall for a slick, cool performance.

• Live Music Reviews

  Review Slideshow

  Slideshow: Erykah Badu at the Murat

  By Ted Somerville   [May. 15, 2012]

  View shots from Erykah Badu's show at the Murat Theatre at Old National Centre.

• Live Music Reviews

  Review Slideshow

  Review: Pirad Punk Rock Prom 2012

  By Scott Raychel   [May. 15, 2012]

  Indianapolis all-agers celebrated in grand style with their annual Punk Rock Prom, featuring Blane Fonda, Diarrhea Planet and The Green Room Rockers.

• General

  Feature Slideshow

  Slideshow: Amy Ray, Real Talk and more

  By Bryan Moore   [May. 14, 2012]

  A collection of musical entertainment from the weekend of 5/11-5/13.

• Music Blog

  Feature Slideshow Video

  Heartbeat: Shearwater performs "Hail Mary"

  By Katherine Coplen   [May. 11, 2012]

  Shearwater peforms "Hail Mary" from their album 'Palo Santo' during an in-store performance at LUNA Music.

• Punk + Metal

  Review Slideshow

  Slideshow: Good Luck, Spoonboy at the Mel

  By Ted Somerville   [Punk + Metal - May. 10, 2012]

  Bloomington pop punk group Good Luck played with Plan-It-X artist Spoonboy Wednesday at The Melody Inn.

• Music Blog

  Feature Slideshow

  Heartbeat: Shearwater in-store at LUNA

  By Katherine Coplen   [May. 10, 2012]

  Shearwater will perform at LUNA Music today at 3:45 p.m.

• General

  Feature Video

  Interview: Blane Fonda on prom, wiggling hips

  By Scott Raychel   [May. 9, 2012]

  "Let's be honest, describing music is kind of like trying to chew a fart." Wise words from Blane Fonda lead singer Mark Wetzel, whose band will perform at Punk Rock Prom.

• More Slideshows
  More Video