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81355 (pronounced “bless”) is a collaboration between three of the Indianapolis music scene’s elder statesmen: Sirius Blvck, Sean Oreo Jones, and David Moose Adamson. While the three have worked together in the past, this is the first instance in which they have bonded together from conception to execution. This four song set is WFYI’s first Small Studio Session for 2023. Set List: Bright Side of the Sun Tears Come Down Burnt Sky Thumbs UP Band Members and Instruments: Moose Adamson – Sampler and Vox Oreo Jones – Vox Sirius Blvck – Vox Sharlene Birdsong – Bass Dimitri Morris – Guitar Pat Okerson – Drums

Cairo Jag’s three piece band delivers a compact, high impact yet smooth blend of heavy and melodic psych rock in this four song set from WFYI’s Small Studio Sessions. The lyrics and intensity channel the frustrations, challenges, and joys of playing in a heavy original rock band out of Indy – working hard to pave their way through the Midwest. The band’s latest release is the EP “New Winds.” Set list:  Lost In Commotion  New Winds Hard Living Free Mantis Band members & instruments: Curt Turner – Guitar/Vocals Nolan Schockman – Drums Joe Wise – Bass

Eric Salazar holds a B.M. in Clarinet Performance from Ball State University and an M.M. in Clarinet Performance from Bowling Green State University.  He currently serves as Director of Community Engagement and Artist Liaison for Classical Music Indy where he manages, books, and promotes over a hundred and fifty performance events a year in Central Indiana. Eric says his purpose for writing music is to create art that challenges standards, unites audiences of uncommon backgrounds, and connects souls through creative understanding. Salazar pioneers the New Classical genre. He takes his classical training and fuses together modern electronics with classical instruments, blending ancient styles with present musical trends. Salazar’s connective approach to performing wins the hearts of audiences as he guides them through explorations of raw emotion. Eric Salazar is a Pereira 3D Artist. He plays on a Pereira 3D printed barrel and bell, and 3D printed ligature. In this three song session, listen in for contemplative and ambient clarinet compositions, combined with electronic looping of sounds that Salazar gathered throughout the country at beaches and other serene spots. Set List: Once Upon A Tide And Then I Found Myself Lost Soul

Pianist Monika Herzig and guitarist Peter Kienle have been playing jazz music in Indiana for over 30 years. Herzig and Kienle are married, and reside together in Bloomington. Their latest musical collaboration was inspired by WTIU’s “Singing Winds: The Life and Works of T.C. Steele”, a documentary on the life of the famous Hoosier impressionist painter. Set List: A Blue Guitarist on the Porch The Hill Country Morning by the Stream Band Members & Instruments: Monika Herzig – Keyboard Peter Kienle – Guitar

Queen Delphine and her Crown Jewels band play soulful Chicago and southern soul style blues across Indiana, with a focus on their hometown, Indianapolis. With inspiration from blues legends like Koko Taylor, Queen Delphine’s soaring vocals blend perfectly along a seasoned and talented band. Queen Delphine and The Crown Jewels present a well-rounded blues sound that is comfortably familiar and fun, along with the delightful edge of Queen Delphine’s clever and humorous lyrics. Set List: My Cat Got Nine Lives Splenda Daddy Southern Soul Blues

Indianapolis based Karate, Guns & Tanning, is an incendiary blast of psychedelic-tinged post-punk, shoegaze, and dream-pop. Set list: Glassy Artifacts White Nights Bass, lead vocals – Valerie Green Guitar, vocals – Joy Caroline Mills  Drums/Percussion – Daniel Guajardo Small Studio Sessions Crew: Chris Elberfeld, Scott McAlister, Jeff Hinton, Adam Gross, Melissa Davis, Roxanna Caldwell, Kyle Travers Interview by: Kyle Long     Editor: Joshua Lozinak

Addie Kosten is a singer, songwriter, performer, and self-described “weird bird” with music that layers orchestral synths, acoustic loops, and vocal polyphony. Her mission is to create songs that ignite a fire in others. Addie’s message of self-love and acceptance and to never stop dreaming shows up in the passion and magic of her high energy music. Addie Kosten is joined by a dynamic band of Indianapolis based musicians for this four song set. Set List: Airplanes Still Right Here Undelivered Minimum Wage Addie Kosten – Vocals Kristen Bales – Keys Adam Shuntich – Guitar Jacob Powell – Drums

Mr. Kinetik and Rusty Redenbacher are a dynamic duo based in Indianapolis. Both musicians are well known to Indianapolis music fans, as funky music emcees, producers, and DJs. As a band, Mr. Kinetik and Rusty Redenbacher perform with a talented group of Indy all-star musicians, The Movement, to add some extra soul to the mix. When they combine on-stage, The Professor and The Hustler bring all their energy with them and are committed to giving a fantastic performance. Reggie Bishop – keys Will Robinson – bass Clint Breeze – drums Rusty Redenbacher – vocals Mr. Kinetik – vocals Set List:  Magic Black Hole Rap Another Journey Over Cashin In

Dana Skully and The Tiger Sharks are this month’s featured Small Studio Sessions artists. They’re an Indianapolis-based band that describe their sound as “dream pop punk to make your brain cry”. The group is led by 23-year-old singer-songwriter Dana Skully. WFYI’s Kyle Long spoke with Dana after their performance for Small Studio Sessions. Set List: The J – walking Dead Chloe Toaster Mother’s Day Awful House Mamas (don’t let your babies grow up to be proud boys) You Will Not Destroy Me

The Palace is a band that defies traditional genre categories but might be found where rock and soul collide. Dynamic front man Ray Francis leads a band centered in a larger-than-life live performance.  You can find their music on all streaming platforms, other show dates and information on their Instagram @thepalace.band, or their website thepalaceband.com. Song list -  1. Likes of You 2. Disco James 3. Carousels  4. Waves 5. Whatcha’ma Call’em

Kara Cole and Landon Keller didn’t plan on forming a band – the musicians met at a local concert almost a decade ago. On a whim, they played a song together on a festival stage in Greenfield, Indiana. The crowd’s enthusiastic response to their performance inspired the duo to form a strong musical partnership and a lasting friendship. Song list: Pathos Love, Drunk, Alchemy Something ‘Bout A Fire Untitled (You & Me)

Ohmme is an experimental indie rock duo from Chicago, signed to Indianapolis record label Joyful Noise Recordings. The band’s latest album “Fantasize Your Ghost” is their second full length recording with Joyful Noise. The band stopped at WFYI for a session on their way to play a show at Indianapolis venue, Healer. Ohmme played NPR’s Tiny Desk in 2019 and was named by series creator Bob Boilen, as one of his all-time favorite Tiny Desk concerts. In this session, Ohmme plays an intimate improvisational four song set, with violins, crunchy guitars, and sweet harmonies. Ohmme’s info is – Sima Cunningham and Macie Stewart Set List  1. Flood Your Gut 2. Twitch 3. Spell It Out 4.  3 2 4 3 Crew – Chris Elberfeld, Adam Graahs, Aric Hartvig, Scott McAlister, Melissa Davis, Frank Konermann, Jeff Hinton (photos by Jeff)

WFYI presents Indianapolis based Public Universal Friend in this episode of Small Studio Sessions. Keep listening after the session for an interview with Jody Friend from WFYI’s Kyle Long. They discuss the significance of the group’s name, and how it connects to the music Jody is creating with Public Universal Friend. Track List: Heather Firestarter Healer Tomboy Lifted Band members:   Jody Friend - guitar, keys, vocals Ty Mason - bass Mina Keohane - keys, vocals Jacob Powell - drums, vocals Adam Shuntich - guitar Phil Lofton – percussion Small Studio Sessions is made possible with support from Sun King Brewing.

Indiana based singer songwriter Jamie Nichole presents this acoustic Small Studio from Home Session. Jamie Nichole explores themes of love and relationships in her music; and incorporates storytelling into her craft. She’s looking forward to playing live again soon, and before the pandemic, enjoyed playing shows across the state. In the meantime – enjoy this Small Studio From Home Session. Support for Small Studio Sessions is made possible by Sun King Brewing. Set List: Jamie Nichole You Take A Look If I Only Knew Didn’t Mean To Moving On Secret Lover Elephant In The Room

Indianapolis based musician Cole Woodruff presents a four song acoustic Small Studio from Home Session – Americana singer songwriter Cole Woodruff also plays guitar and harmonica. He’s originally from Frankfort Indiana, and moved to Indy to pursue his dream of making music. He examines intense emotions with his music and deals with sadness through contemplative songwriting and intricate guitar work. Set List 1. I Don't Wanna Sing Love Songs 2. Trouble In The Backwoods 3. Benefits 4. Dirty

Indianapolis' own Marrialle Sellars started playing music as a pre-teen and made it all the way to the Top 20 in the 2014 season of American Idol, at just 17 years old. She's grown as a performer and plays music throughout the city. Listen in to this vibrant three song acoustic set from Marrialle on vocals and guitar, recorded at home. Set list: Love Me Naked You Wanna Be

This audio only Small Studio Session was recorded with Joshua Powell in 2018. Powell plays solo in the session, with narration on his music and life as a touring musician.   Set List: Faded Destroyer Econoline   Support for Small Studio is provided by Sun King Brewing.

Singer songwriter Jamie Nichole believes local, original music is powerful. In this solo three song set, Indiana based musician Jamie Nichole shares stories of her original songs and her path to becoming a musician. This audio only extra edition was recorded in 2018 at WFYI’s Small Studio. Support for Small Studio Sessions is provided by Sun King Brewery. Set List: Missing You It’s True Secret Lover

Katherine Nagy is an Indianapolis based singer songwriter. She plays an original blend of acoustic folk and Americana, with Celtic influences - brought about by her time living overseas in Ireland as a child, and worldwide travels. Katherine is joined in this Small Studio Skyline Session by musicians Austin Johnson and Tim Wright. Stay tuned right after the four song set for a chat with Katherine. The session was filmed in downtown Indianapolis at sunset, rooftop at WFYI. Support for Small Studio Sessions is provided by Sun King Brewing. Set List 1. Blossom Time 2. Clementine 3. Gypsy Lady 4. Beautiful

The Brothers Footman are WFYI’s latest Small Studio Sessions featured act. The Brothers Footman are an Indianapolis-based band, consisting of four siblings who grew up making music together. The band features a unique family sound along with excellent harmonies. This session was recorded on the roof at WFYI’s Indianapolis parking garage, while practicing social distancing. WFYI’s Kyle Long has an interview with The Brothers Footman right after the four song set. Support for Small Studio Sessions is provided by Sun King Brewing. Set List Formula “Country Sky” interlude Lil Mo Time Downtown Water