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Album Recommendations - June 2023 & Challenge Reflections
We’re six months into 2023 which means Natalie is halfway through her year of listening to a new album or EP every day! Hear some musings about this experience and some recommendations from the month of June.
Album Recommendations - May 2023
After a brief sabbatical, Natalie Ingalls is once again reviewing her favorite albums. May was filled with shoegaze, alternative folk, and midwestern emo. Check out the list for full recommendations.
Album Recommendations - March 2023
Natalie Ingalls is a fourth of the way through her year of listening to an album a day. Check out this list of her top five favorite albums from the month of March, especially if you’re looking for indie recommendations.
Album Recommendations - February 2023
Natalie Ingalls is on month two of listening to a new album every day of 2023. Read about her five favorite albums from February, which range from emo to classic rock to Brazilian folk.
Album Recommendations - January 2023
Natalie Ingalls decided to challenge herself to listen to a new album every day of 2023. After collecting recommendations from friends and browsing music websites for “best of” lists, these are her five favorite albums from January.
BDMC Presents: Showcasing an Organization in One Day
BDMC offers musical opportunities, networks, and subjective experience to all those who want it. Music shouldn’t go to die for those who don’t pursue it full-time in college. Elliott explains how BDMC creates space for all creative minds who love music, best represented by BDMC Presents.
The Beatles’ “Rain” is the “it will be okay” song I needed today
In times of trouble Sam Boland turns to The Beatles and “Rain” for comfort. He explains what the song means to him and the lessons we can pull from it.
Five songs that influenced me as a bassist
Jack Wanninger breaks down five songs that influenced him as a bassist and explains what each one did for him in his process of growing as a musician.
New single “Sour Candy” out on all platforms
Bloomington Delta Music Club’s first single, a cover of “Sour Candy” by Melt is out now on all major streaming services. Here’s a closer look at the recording with insight from musicians.
We need financial help. Donate and we’ll record a song for you. Deal?
BDMC needs help raising money to create a Spotify. For every dollar you donate, we enter your name in a drawing. Winner gets a personalized song recorded and released.
Finding Community with Women in Music
Mallory Benoit tore her ACL, meniscus and fractured her tibia in November. In the aftermath she found comfort and support through music and the Women of Delta. This is her story.
The Weeknd: An Icon in the Industry
The Weeknd released his newest compilation album “The Highlights” showcasing his best work to date. Derek O’Dell explores the icon status he has reached with this release.
Daft Punk Daydreams
With Daft Punk calling it quits, Caleb Abshire daydreams about the group and shares what they mean to him.
Carole King’s “Tapestry” is 50. Here’s why I love it.
Carole King’s “Tapestry” turned 50 today. Here’s why I love it and my ongoing relationship with it.
COVID-19 creates new booking challenges for Bloomington musicians and venues
COVID-19 is forcing musicians out of Bloomington while venues and workers who can’t leave are struggling to find work.
Guitarist Max Heyob making musical career strides despite COVID-19
Bloomington Guitarist Max Heyob is making career strides with Pushing Daisy’s Band despite the COVID-19 pandemic.