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Bench Lifts Indiana Hoosiers Men's Basketball Over St. John’s Red Storm
The Indiana Hoosiers Men’s Basketball Team improved to 3-0 last night, defeating St. John’s Red Storm 76-74 in the Gavitt Tipoff Games. This win was totally a team effort, and it is evident that the chemistry this team has with each other is carrying them in close games like last night. Team captain Trayce Jackson-Davis had only compliments for his fellow teammates. “Coach [Mike] Woodson says when your name is called you gotta be ready to play, and those guys stepped up and we needed them for this win,” Jackson-Davis said. His praise was worthy as the bench combined for a total of 66 minutes and 20 points. Their energy and defensive-minded intensity proved to help give the Hoosiers the edge. Khristian Lander’s five minute stretch in the second half allowed some other players to get a breather, and allowed his fresh energy to help the team. Jordan Geromino’s energy off the bench continued to be a spark for the Hoosiers’ momentum throughout the entire game; that included his stellar defense in the last eight seconds of the game which allowed the Hoosiers to hold on for a victory. Not to mention, the energy inside Assembly Hall was electric; it definitely gave the Hoosiers strength and fire when they needed it the most. With this team’s chemistry and competitiveness, it is clear that the team all wants the same thing- to win. The Hoosiers will take this energy into their next game against Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin’ Cajuns this Sunday at 7:30 PM ET in Assembly Hall. The game can be heard on WIUX 99.1 FM with Zion Brown and Jace Dery on the call. PHOTO COURTESY OF IU ATHLETICS
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The Indianimals Non-FCC Regulated Radio Hour
The Indianimals Non-FCC Regulated Radio Hour
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MCXX. Interview
In March I got to speak with self-proclaimed alternative pop group MCXX. about their upcoming sophomore album i will always want you, being in a band across multiple states, and how four unlikely friends formed a band. I spoke with Adam (lead singer/songwriter/front man) and Vincent (lead guitar player). They were preparing to head to Nashville, Tennessee to continue recording on their second album and meet up with the other two members of the band, Levi and Josh. Josh plays drums for the band; Levi plays the keyboard and is also the mixing engineer for their upcoming album. If you had to describe your style of music in three words, what would they be? (Adam and Vincent) eccentric, “vibe-y”, and mood. All of the members of the band write the songs and equally put their styles on each of their tracks. Vincent went first choosing his words. Adam and Vincent said they have a song for any mood a fan could be in. Out of the band's songs, which do you love to perform or play most often? Most relatable? (Vincent) All of them are such a blast to play. (Adam) The four of us write our favorite songs so that’s a hard choice. We should only ever write and play our favorite songs. All their songs have a certain amount of joy they give each of the members and each song is exciting to them. “This is our favorite band, and we also get to play in it.”- Adam. What modes of communication do you use to stay connected as a band most often? (Adam) texting and Snapchat (Vincent) a lot of FaceTime. Adam and Vincent joked that when they’re in a relationship, their girlfriends get mad because they are always talking to each other. Tell me a little bit more about how y’all came together as a band. (Adam) All four of us played in punk bands before we were in MCXX. (Vincent) It’s almost like a supergroup in a way. “A side project that became a main project.” -Vincent The band has been together since around 2016. Between 2014 and 2016, they were around the same crowds and in the same scenes very often. Levi was in a rival band; Adam met Josh through one of his best friends. Do you guys have a favorite performance memory? Or a couple? (Vincent) Adam and I have been writing partners on the cusp of 10 years so with him I have a few but with MCXX., my favorite memory would be our album release show for Sourmouth (their debut album). Adam said that his favorite memories actually come from shows that didn’t go so well because they were humbling and a learning experience. Adam then went on to explain a story from one of their gigs that wasn’t great. They were opening for another artist and the artist was late so MCXX. started doing soundcheck and then got off stage when the other artist arrived so their set got cut short. Your songs “Thunder”, “Egyptian Cotton”, and “Hair” prior to your upcoming album are awesome as well as their music videos! What can you tell me and the fans about your upcoming release/projects/songs? (Adam) Glad you liked the songs! Our upcoming album is our sophomore album and we’re doing all of the production on it. It’s entitled i will always want you. The band members wrote these songs over two years. The members of the band aren’t sure about the track listing yet at the time of the interview, but the album would be considered to band members “an album of singles” and they are proud of each song. Where can fans find these new projects when they are released? (Vincent) They’ll be available everywhere. Anywhere you can stream music: Spotify, iTunes, Apple Music, you name it. We’ll get some physical copies and merch and a deluxe album edition. On this deluxe album edition there will be up to three extra tracks, demos, commentary, soundscape, and more! New merch is in the works. “Pure joy and excitement!” -Adam Speaking of recording and writing your own music, tell me more about what it’s like going through the whole process and having full creative control. (Adam) It wasn’t like this with previous bands. It was mainly guys in a room writing songs instead of a collaboration and we all [MCXX.] record and take part in the work we produce. (Vincent) The pandemic has been good and bad [in writing, producing, and collaborating with each other on a regular basis]. The bandmates are especially excited about the upcoming track “free somewhere”. Levi recorded the demo and then Adam wrote and recorded the vocals within around 1 or 2 hours. “Tech is great. Each album is a representation of where the band is on a timeline and mentally.” -Vincent You guys mentioned you don’t live together- tell me more about staying connected? (Vincent) We don’t even live in the same states. (Adam) If we come together to play a show, we come together and feed off each other’s energy. Different points of creativity are beneficial. Adam is from Las Vegas, Nevada, Vincent is from northern Indiana, Levi is from Nashville, Tennessee, and Josh is from central Indiana. Where do you see the band in 5 years and what is a main goal for right now? (Adam) A goal right now and a central focus is to just deliver the best album to our fans. If we love it, we know they will love it. (Vincent) Playing these songs in front of audiences and hopefully on the festival circuit [Bonnaroo, Hangout, Lollapalooza, and others] meeting other bands and fans. “As long as I get to write music with these guys, I’m cool.” -Adam They hope to travel internationally with their music and they think they’re their own worst critics when it comes to their music. “We’ll be wherever we need to be.” -Vincent I had a blast on my phone call with MCXX., and you can tell that these are four guys that are meant to be together as a band. Not only do the four band members work really well together, they each discover their passion for music deeper as individuals through their bandmates. In my opinion, this is what makes their sound so captivating. For all upcoming announcements, memos, and band updates check out mcxxmusic.com or their social media! LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/mcxxmusic
Pledge Drive 2021 Livestream
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WIUX 2021 Pledge Drive
This is the livestream for the WIUX 2021 Pledge Drive!
Justus Bennetts Interview
Back in August of this year I was able to chat with Justus Bennetts, a music artist with many talents from Seattle, Washington currently based in Raleigh, North Carolina. I had a wonderful conversation with him talking about the past, present, and future of his music career. (Alanna) : If you had to describe your style of music in three words, what would they be? (Justus) Genre-wise I would say pop, rock, and rap. My music is a mixture of everything I listened to growing up because that’s the music I take inspiration from and what I choose to put into the music I create now. Justus explained that growing up he listened to Linkin Park, Green Day, Pearl Jam, and other punk-rock artists when he was young because his dad loaded up his iPod with the music he listened to. When Justus got into high school he started listening to more Hip Hop and Rap like Chance the Rapper, Kendrick Lamar, and J. Cole among other similar artists. (Alanna): How has the Covid-19 Pandemic affected your music? (Justus) Before Covid happened I wasn’t taking my music seriously, it was more of a hobby. I have been writing music since I was 14, but other than recording music every now and then in my bedroom, I hadn’t stopped to record any material until Covid gave me the chance. Justus used the fresh start of 2021 to start releasing music on a consistent basis using the platforms of SoundCloud and TikTok to his advantage and then evolving into Apple Music while he was becoming more serious about his love of music. (Alanna): What inspired you to become an artist, and what are some of your biggest musical influences? (Justus) Really what inspired me to become an artist is not wanting to work for anyone else. I would call myself more of a business person rather than a musician. On a regular basis I listen to a lot of mainstream artists like The Kid LAROI, Polo G, and a lot of Hip Hop stuff. I listen back to my own stuff a lot to keep improving. Justus explained that he listens to his own materials more than anything because he critiques himself in order to grow as an artist. (Alanna): I would love to hear a little bit more on your writing and recording process as well as your methods of creative decisions. (Justus) My songs are all reflections of my life. “Real Life Sux” is about real events that happened in my life. For my writing, sometimes throughout the day a phrase will come into my head and I’ll write it down. A lot of writing and creative decisions come during the sessions- finding melodies and matching them with the words. I love working with other writers but I also enjoy writing by myself a lot. (Alanna): How have you continued your creative process through the struggles of the Covid-19 pandemic? (Justus) In many ways, the pandemic is one of the best things that ever happened to me. I wouldn’t be where I am today if the pandemic didn’t happen. I would still be in college, I wouldn’t have taken music so seriously, and when I moved home for a while I was working and making money to open my own studio which started during the pandemic. Justus started his own studio during the pandemic. He got reconnected with an old high school friend and the studio started as a small business while Justus worked but then he decided to quit his job to spend more time at the studio and making his music. His friend from high school was helping Justus with his music (mixing and recording) and when they realized there was room for a studio, they decided to jump on the opportunity. They call the private studio One Media and it all started back in January. (Alanna): What can you tell me and the fans about your upcoming release/projects/songs? (Justus) “Bad Day” is out now which is my most recent release and then I have an EP coming out later this year probably around November called “High On Life” with about 8 or 9 songs. “Bad Day” is now a smash hit all over TikTok so if you haven’t heard it already, you will. A catchy punk-inspired pop song all about that one person that gets under your skin, its relatability is what is driving its success in my opinion. (Alanna): Where do you see yourself in 5 years and what is the main goal for right now? (Justus) In five years I hope to be supporting myself fully off of my music. In five years I see myself going on tour and connecting with fans on a larger scale than I’m doing now. A main goal right now is to have my EP ready and out soon as possible while developing my writing and voice skills to become a better musician each day. Stream “Bad Day” wherever you get your music! Spotify- Justus Bennetts Apple Music- Justus Bennetts Soundcloud Justus Bennetts TikTok: @justusbennetts Check him out on social media!: Instagram- @justusbennetts Twitter- @BennettsJustus Facebook- @benettsjustus YouTube- Justus Bennetts
Lotus Festival Recap 2021
After a year of isolation, Bloomington inhabitants and artists from around the world emerged in full bloom at this year’s Lotus World Music and Arts Festival. Lotus Festival, which was established in 1994, draws its name from both Indiana musician Quinten “Lotus” Dickey as well as from the Lotus flower, which grows throughout the world. The annual festival celebrated both local musicians and different cultures on September 23-26, 2021 by hosting performances in different venues around Bloomington. The festival featured a mix of ticketed and free workshops and performances over its four-day span. Saturday afternoon’s array of performances occurred at Switchyard Park and were free to attendees. One group that performed was Blato Zlato, a New Orleans-based Balkan band. Their name, which means “Swamp Gold” in Bulgarian, pays homage to marshy Louisiana. In their original songs, they sang of the water that feeds but also destroys New Orleans, which particularly resonates following the recent destruction caused by Hurricane Ida. The dark nature of their songs, which featured three-part harmonies and jilting rhythms, contrasted greatly to the sunny park and dancing audience they performed to. On the other end of the park, groups gave musical lectures on the side stage. One such group called Nohe & Sus Santos covered traditional Latinx songs but also put their own spin on classics like Prince’s “Purple Rain.” The band plays music in the style of Huapango, a Mexican genre known for its complicated rhythms. Honduran vocalist Nohelia Sosa’s soulful voice beautifully offset the grooves created by the electric guitar, bass, and percussion. Sunday’s closing performance featured Tuvergen Band at Buskirk-Chumley Theater. The Chicago-based group, which plays Mongolian-fusion music, impressed the audience with its wide array of handmade instruments. Singer Tamir Hargana manipulated his voice to sing multiple tones at the same time, in a practice commonly known as Mongolian throat singing. Alongside Hargana was percussionist Brent Roman who simultaneously played the didgeridoo, cymbals, drums, and bells and Naizal Hargana who played the Morin Khurr, a horse head fiddle with two strings. After a year devoid of live music and community, the Lotus Festival brought together the two in a glorious display of talent. Through the free-spirited dancing of the attendees and the smiles on the musicians faces, it was easy to tell that everyone was happy to be there. For more information on the Lotus World Music and Arts Festival visit: https://www.lotusfest.org/ PHOTOS BY HAYNEN MATSUDA-JOHNSON & NATALIE INGALLS