From Lady Gaga to Jack White: Tonic Ball reveals its honored acts
Tonic Ball will feature Indiana musicians performing the songs of Lady Gaga, Daryl Hall & John Oates, Parliament-Funkadelic and Jack White.
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Revamped downtown CSX redevelopment plan features upscale hotel, music venue
An investment group led by Indiana Pacers owner Herb Simon and his family said Thursday it plans to spend at least $300 million to construct a 13-story luxury hotel and connected 4,000-seat theater on the property after demolition of the existing century-old building.
Turnpike Troubadours among first acts scheduled at new Fishers arena
The 7,500-seat Fishers Event Center is scheduled to open in November at the Yard at Fishers District, southeast of Ikea.
Indiana State Fair to mark Beatles anniversary with concerts, exhibit
Fair adds Beatles tribute band from Cleveland and a Paul McCartney-themed show presented by a former “Beatlemania” cast member.
Bloomington band Six Foot Blonde is in the swim of music industry
After playing the USA Swimming Live show, Six Foot Blonde will headline historic venues in New York City, Chicago and Cleveland in July. Five of the six band members grew up in central Indiana
Bloomington music journalist wrote the book on Drive-By Truckers
Drive-By Truckers will launch their “Southern Rock Opera Revisited” tour, focused on the band’s 2001 double album, in Indianapolis.
Gladys Knight, Bell Biv DeVoe among Indiana State Fair additions
Five concerts, including Three Dog Night, Gary Allan and Dogstar, have been announced for the Indiana State Fair.
Dogstar, featuring Keanu Reeves, is first band announced for Indiana State Fair
Founded in 1991, Dogstar is a California trio that includes “John Wick” and “Matrix” star Reeves on bass guitar.
Tribute acts are more prevalent than ever on the concert calendar
The singers and bands who replicate performances of chart-topping artists encounter cheers or sneers as a polarizing segment of the music industry, but they’re having no problem finding work.
UPDATE: DOJ says illegal monopoly by Ticketmaster and Live Nation drives up prices for fans
Ticketmaster, which merged with Live Nation in 2010, is the world’s largest ticket seller. The company owns or controls more than 265 of North America’s concert venues and dozens of top amphitheaters.
All IN music festival won’t happen in 2024
Across two years, the All IN festival presented Trey Anastasio, Cage the Elephant and John Fogerty at the Indiana State Fairgrounds.
The country music ride endures at 8 Seconds Saloon
Since 1999, 8 Seconds has been the place to catch rising country stars onstage and to show off boot-scooting moves on the dance floor.
Brittney Spencer, Fastball lead roster of free Swim Trials concerts
Ten concerts are scheduled at “USA Swimming Live,” a fan destination planned downtown on Georgia Street and part of South Meridian Street.
Justice Department to hit concert promoter Live Nation with antitrust suit
Performers, politicians, scholars, rival promoters and other ticket sellers argue that Live Nation wields far too much power in the live entertainment industry.
WonderRoad organizers press ‘pause’ on Indianapolis music festival
Ohio-based Elevation Festivals said its events in Indianapolis, Cleveland and Columbus, Ohio, are on hold because of financial challenges.
Carb Day concert to feature George Thorogood, Gin Blossoms
The Carb Day concert is one of three music events leading up to the 108th running of the Indianapolis 500.
For Indianapolis Children’s Choir, new home is convenient high note
The Indianapolis Children’s Choir will present a “Crossroads of America” concert March 10 at Hilbert Circle Theatre.
Jelly Roll joins lineup of NBA All-Star Weekend concerts
The country-rock singer, who launched his career as a rapper, will headline a Feb. 17 NBA All-Star Weekend concert at the Indiana Convention Center.
Machine Gun Kelly, Shaquille O’Neal to share NBA All-Star Weekend bill
Musical performances are planned in conjunction with a special TNT “Inside the NBA” telecast at the Indiana Conventions Center.
Riley Green to headline Legends Day concert during Indy 500 weekend
For the third consecutive year, Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park will host the Legends Day concert.