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ROCK THE DISTRICT 2010
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In the PNC Bank parking lot, located at 21 N. Range Line Road |
12:00pm |
Jeremy Vogt Band |
1:15pm |
Blue Luster |
2:30pm |
Chris Stone Band |
6:30pm |
The Renegades |
8:30pm |
The Why Store |
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Located at the intersection of 1st Ave NW/SW and West Main Street
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12:00pm |
Collin Obremski |
1:15pm |
Jenn Cristy |
2:30pm |
Shaded Sound |
3:45pm |
Alex J. Hughes and Friends |
5:00pm |
Jamodo |
6:15pm |
Tax Brandywine |
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Located at the intersection of 3rd Ave NW/SW and West Main Street |
12:30pm |
Past Due |
3:00pm |
Izzy A'more |
4:15pm |
Danny Isaacs Band |
5:30pm |
Whitney Erin & Buffalo Creek |
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Alex J. Hughes - Acoustic/Pop/Rock
In early 2009, Alex J. Hughes traveled to Nashville, where he recorded his debut EP, Perfect Stranger. The EP, which was produced by Jeff Pardo (Matthew West, Sonicflood, Denver and the Mile High Orchestra, Josh Wilson), was self-released by Hughes in the Spring of 2009. Hughes currently calls Nashville, TN home and is set to hit the studio again in late July.

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Jeremy Vogt - Rock/Pop/Americana
With thousands of CD and digital download sales as well as a quickly-growing loyal fanbase, the Jeremy Vogt (vote) Band is a force. The band has seen great opportunities opening Plaza Stage concerts at Verizon Wireless Music Center for Coldplay, Dave Matthews Band, Goo Goo Dolls, John Mayer, Sheryl Crow, Three Doors Down, Eric Clapton and others. Add to that impressive list the fact that they played the pregame show for the Colts/Patriots game in 2009. It is clear there is good karma in this sound, and there is a path for this youthful-sounding quartet and their indie-americana-rock from the circle city. Their song, Say It, was given honorable mention in the Billboard World Song Contest and their song, Make It Easy, recently reached #41 on the AC/HOT 100 Singles Chart for New Music Weekly.They have released two solid and memorable full-length albums, but yet the band comes to life outside of the studio. This is where the Jeremy Vogt Band shines, winning over countless fans with their interactive, high-energy performances. Check out their music!

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Shaded Sound - Classic Rock
Shaded Sound has played classic rock covers and originals on the local music scene since 2004. Band members live and work in Carmel, Westfield and Indianapolis. Shaded Sound features a 5-piece ensemble including lead guitar, rhythm guitar, bass guitar, keyboards, drums and 3-part vocals. On Lead/Rhythm Guitar and Vocals is Shane Jones, on Keyboard, Harmonica and Vocals is Cathy Parido, on Drums and Vocals is Dave Dunkerson, on Lead Guitar is Ted Kirkendall, and on Bass Guitar is Rick Ryan. Shaded Sound has performed at many public (4th year-running at RTD) and private engagments. Shaded Sound’s variety and unique arrangements have been delighting Central Indiana audiences for years.

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Tax Brandywine - Rock/Blues/Reggae
Tax Brandywine FOR RELEASE MARCH 1ST 2010: An act that is quickly gaining regional popularity, Tax Brandywine hails from Nashville, Tennessee. The band’s front man, Pierce Duncan, has been playing in various area bands for the past six years. His last band, Three Piece Suit won Radio Now 93.1’s Battle of the Bands competition and the Verizon Wireless Battle of the Bands competition. His win at the Verizon Wireless gave him the opportunity to play second stage at a sold-out Nickleback concert in the summer of 2007. After leaving Three Piece Suit to start his own project, Pierce Duncan, along with bassist Nick Weber and drummer John Concannon, have been continuing to impress audiences throughout the Midwest. While the band tours regionally, they have just completed their first EP under the Tax Brandywine banner entitled “From here to Navy Pier…”. Duncan’s soul-filled intertwining harmonies and rocking guitar solos are reminiscent of the classic sounds of Eric Clapton, Steve Winwood, and The Beatles. Tax Brandywine offers a timeless sound that will appeal to young audiences and older generations alike. Duncan’s songs pull influences from many different musical backgrounds including classic rock, reggae, ska, and blues to create rock music that begs you to sing along. Tax Brandywine is a rock band for a new area, bringing back pop-rock with stunning vocals and truly talented guitar riffs. They promise a show that you won’t want to miss! For additional information including high resolution photos please contact: Pierce Duncan pierce@taxbrandywine.com

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Chris Stone - Blues/Soul/Rock
Singer-Songwriter Chris Stone is carving a new niche with her first CD "Leftover Grooves". After years of performing seemingly everyone else's material, this diminutive performer with a powerful-yet polished vocal prowess that belies her physical stature recently released her first CD in March 2010."Leftover Grooves"(produced by Doug Henthorn), has been described as edgy,quirky, & soulful. Stone for now is best known on the Indianapolis music scene fronting several bands. Chris' voice has been described as bluesy, soulful with a rock edge. For more information and booking, please go to our website or Facebook: Chris Stone Band

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Blue Luster - Metal/Rock
Blue Luster is the perfect blend of high-energy rock and fist pounding metal. Based out of Indianapolis, Indiana, the band has a sound that captures the ferocity of Iron Maiden, the catchiness of KISS, the riffage of Van Halen, and the melody of Led Zeppelin. On top of this, they have a sound all their own that acts as a breath of fresh air in the seemingly stagnant current rock scene. Blue Luster's largely guitarcentric sound is credited solely to the lethal combination of lead singer/rhythm guitarist John David Brake and lead guitarist Patrick O’Connor. The combination of John David’s hard-pounding riffs interwoven with Patrick’s intricate melodies and licks makes for songs that are driving, sexy, and extremely likeable. Carrying the rhythm on their shoulders are Eric Nolting on bass guitar and James Yarnelle on drums.

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Past Due - Blues/Classic Rock
Past Due is a Classic Rock & Blues Cover Band formed eighteen months ago. They may be a new band, but not new to making music. They all had previous lives in bands, some, many years ago. They are a product of the 60's, 70's & 80's and that is where their hearts and heads are. One member is quoted as saying, “What we do today is something we all wanted to do for years, hence the name ‘Past Due’.”

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Izzy A'more - Neo/Soul/Reggae
Led by Izzy A'more, a smooth crooning vocalist by way of Michigan that both sexes adore lyrically and for voice/style, Justin "in your pocket" Lahr and Steve Darbro AKA "Leon Jones" have joined to form "Izzy A'more," which is prone to be one of the best cutting edge bands based out of Indianapolis, bringing music to areas of the globe that need a sound such as theirs. This group has the 3 man front of a small musical army which will consume you and take you back to the days of Funk, Jazz, R&b, SOUL and anything melodic you can imagine. They've graced the stage of Indy's golden gem 'The Jazz Kitchen' featured by Root Movements and Old Soul Edutainment's Sir Doug, a local business man/promoter. It was a goal to play the Jazz Kitchen once formed but it happened sooner than what was expected and the crowd/audience support matched the excitement completing their experience. Chi Blackburn a local influence encouraged a performance that allowed I.A. to showcase at The Indianapolis Arts Garden, where it like the Jazz Kitchen hails a strong prominence locally. Izzy A'more is growing to be the subtle but impactfully humble band that will help lead the cause for local bands and artists in adopting the support of music lovers in town and abroad. The Indy scene is growing more and more compelling I.A. to attract in retrospect to the obvious. Stay tuned and catch them if you can...

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Jen Cristy - Contemporary/Rock
Singer/songwriter Jenn Cristy launched into the music scene in 2003,
wowing listeners from the start with an old-school rock 'n roll style
with a decidedly contemporary flair. Her piano-driven melodies are
supported by a dynamic voice and vibrant stage presence that gets
audiences on their feet -- and leaves them wanting more. Jenn's
memorable lyrics, incomparable piano skills and straight-to-the-heart
musical themes are further testament to her years of writing, recording
and performing. Add some remarkable musicians to the mix -- band members
Dave Dwinell,Andy Stocker, and Allen Paurazas -- and it's no wonder
Jenn's loyal fan base continues to grow at an explosive pace. Jenn has
shared the stage with a veritable who's-who of artists: Shawn Mullins,
Antigone Rising, Indigenous, Bree Sharp, Jeffery Gaines, Danielia Cotton
and Michael Gabliki (Rusted Root), among others. With her third album on
the horizon, Jenn continues to meet the demand for her music and make an
indelible mark on today's music scene.

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Collin Obremski - Pop/Rock
I've been recording, producing, writing, performing, and distributing
music since I was 12 years old. I have a passion for music, as I feel it
breathes deep into the soul and helps define us as humans. I also have a
passion for taking technology and fusing it with creativity to make
something beautiful. While my day job is in graphic design and new
media marketing, I also run Paratonic Media & Productions, a company
focused on mobile on-site recording, live audio, studio recording and
production, and content creation. You can listen to and purchase my
latest album, "Second Love EP" at www.secondloveep.com. It was an
absolute labor of love and you won't be disappointed!

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The Renegades - Classic Rock/Jam Band/Southern Rock
The Renegades is a High impact outlaw country, rock and roll party show. These Renegades have been playing the area for the last 15 years and love what they do. Playing for thousands or even hundreds this action packed show will have you looking at the calendar to see when The Renegades will be back to your area. Come check them out at a local venue near you. We would love to meet you all after the show.

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Jamodo - Jazz/Rock
Jamodo is an up and coming group out of the Indianapolis area. If you like sultry vocals blended with instrumental jazz and rock you will love the sound of Jamodo. Their music is a creative fusion of thoughtful lyrics and funky instrumental grooves. The band is working on their first studio release that will be available in late fall.

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Valentina Shvyrkova
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Jacob Stoesz |

Lilli Bernard |

Nancy Keating |
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Tamra Scott |

Tamra Scott |

Michele Soncini |

Michele Soncini
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Kathleen O'Neil Stevens
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Donald Mee |
Jacque Hammonds |

Erika Woods |
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Loni Wilson |
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