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on March 26, 2010 -
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Artist Interview: 1-on-1 with Tantric

In today’s age there are very few bands that actually classify as true rock bands. Sure, there are a lot of bands that try to be rock bands, but a lot of them fall victim to the bubble gum pop sound that we are all so used to hearing on MTV. A long time ago I was introduced to a band that stood the test of time when it came to holding that rock and roll title. But then they disappeared. I have no idea where they went but have waited for their return ever since. With the [...]

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on March 22, 2010 -
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Artist Interview: 1-on-1 with Russ Baum

The guy I am sitting with today should need no introduction. But because he is new to Indianapolis and because people are scared to experience something new and fresh when it comes to live music I feel obligated to tell you about this kid. Imagine you took the smooth grooves of Jack Johnson and tossed them into a blender with Jason Mraz’s skilled songwriting, out would come this kid. He has been pushing his name and tracks all over the Circle [...]

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on March 9, 2010 -
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Upgrading to Pandora One

For most of us, listening to music is something we simply cannot live without. You remember the days of the portable cassette player and then moving to a new generation of portable CD players. Just in the last few years we have gone from carrying around CD players to carrying around iPods, iPhones, and a variety of other media players that will allow us to listen to our collection of albums and in most cases even the radio. But is AM/FM radio all [...]

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on March 8, 2010 -
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Artist Interview: 1-on-1 with Ironsides

It is rare to find a band who brings light to the meaning of talent. But the band that I am sitting with today does that and then some. Not only do they look and sound like they need to be on center stage at Warped Tour, but they also sound like they belong on the radio and on your iPod. These guys are from Indianapolis, Indiana and I cannot believe that it took me this long to find out about them. They scream here and there, which I usually do not like, but it is so well done [...]

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on March 7, 2010 -
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Tiger Woods 2010 Xbox 360 Achievement List

I play video games. I play video games a lot actually. I play sports games, first person shooter games, racing games, and even role-playing games if the mood strikes me. I am not into games like World of War Craft, but I probably spend as much time playing games like Tiger Woods PGA Tour Golf as some of you do playing WOW. I take the game very serious and have purchased every copy of the game on the day of release since the 1999 version [...]

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on March 6, 2010 -
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Pick 24 at Vine and Table

With so many options when it comes to buying your next bottle of wine, where do you begin to narrow down your selection? Well, if you live in or around the Carmel, Indiana area look no further than Vine and Table. Not only does Vine and Table offer weekly tastings every Saturday from 11:00 AM until 3:00 PM, they hold various events throughout the month to get you in and to wet your palate. The Saturday tastings are free and there is no need to RSVP for [...]

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on March 6, 2010 -
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Twitter Interview: 1-on-1 with Robby Slaughter

I first met this man on Twitter, so it is fitting that when I took some time to sit down with him that it be on the social networking site itself. I have, since first chatting with him, gotten to know a little bit more about what makes this guy tick. I had the chance, not long after we sat down on Twitter, to meet this guy in person at an event held at Scotty’s Brewhouse up on the north side of Indianapolis. He is a true gentleman and a guy that I think you should take [...]

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on March 4, 2010 -
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Napoli Villa Provides a Little Taste of Italy

From the moment you walk into this quaint little joint that is Napoli Villa you feel as if though you have stepped into a little café on the other side of the pond. The walls appear to be old and rustic, the decorations, including the local artist paintings hanging on the walls (all of which are for sale), are fitting to the theme, and the attention the service staffs pays to you does not fit the Americana stereotype. Even the wine rack hanging behind the bar has a story [...]

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on March 3, 2010 -
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Announcing Perfecto at Sea with Paul Oakenfold

As many of you know, I am addicted to dance music. Listening to guys like Armin van Buuren and David Guetta there is no stopping my love for this genre. But there is one DJ that holds a special place in my heart. I have actually had the chance to see this DJ multiple times and in various countries, and most recently saw him from the front row at Club Rain in Las Vegas, Nevada. When I heard that this DJ would be jumping on a cruise ship and spinning [...]

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on March 2, 2010 -
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Artist Interview: 1-on-1 with Janus

The band that I am sitting with today needs no introduction. They bring to the stage a sound that is nearly impossible to replicate and a certain style that deserves some attention. They are dressed exactly how they sound, their album cover matches their style to perfection, and their sound begs for more. If I had to rate them on a scale of 1 to 10 as far as their overall image and branding is concerned, I would give them an 11. Sharing the stage with bands like the Sick [...]

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