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The Bloomington Poetry Slam and Open Mic

The Bishop has hosted the Bloomington Poetry Slam for twelve years. September 11th was the first slam of the season, and the first slam I’ve attended!

Six Foot Blonde: From College Covers to Full-Time Touring Musicians

 When Six Foot Blonde first started jamming together in a cramped Bloomington apartment during the pandemic, they never imagined that a few years later, they’d be touring, recording new music, and inspiring fans across the country. 

Show Report: Elliot, Nothing Club, and Adam Rubenstein at Black Circle

Elliott is a band that defies characterization: their relatively simple emo-core songs of the late 90s gave way to a complex mix of genres and instruments in the 2000s, blending elements of post-rock and shoegaze with their earlier sound through the heavy use of pianos, strings, and ambient loops. 

Shoegaze in Bloom: She’s Green, Mourning Star and Just Penelope

Finding the right words to describe shoegaze as a genre is nearly impossible. Ethereal doesn’t quite cut it; atmospheric is too vague; and dreamy implies a lightness that shoegaze avoids. 

A First Timer’s Guide to Culture Shock (With Advice From the Experts!)

Culture Shock is fast approaching! This Saturday, April 12th, the festivities begin, and we’ll be in for a day full of music, art, and amazing vibes. Here’s an official Culture Shock Q&A panel to prepare you for the big day!

Americana: A Genre for All

Since this upcoming 37th Culture Shock covers all aspects of “Americana,” I figured it may be useful to dive into the theme’s history, definition, and application (because it’s a super fun theme and I’m SO excited to see it in action this weekend!)

Jeff Greenspan On "Deviant Acts"

Jeff Greenspan is a guy who wears a lot of hats – comedian, artist, activist, and even former ad agency creative. But at the core of everything he does is a deep curiosity about people and the systems that shape our lives. In an interview with WIUX, Greenspan talked about his comedy show “Deviant Acts" that blends humor and activism, while using satire to challenge authority, and why he thinks public spaces are the best places for creative expression.

Indiana Women’s Basketball Falls to Butler for the First Time Since 2018-19 Season

Despite the sea of crimson and cream taking over Hinkle Fieldhouse, the Hoosiers couldn’t ride the wave to a victory as Butler defeated Indiana 56-46, pushing the Hoosiers to 1-2 on this young season.

Art is Art is Art: A Review of the Indiana University 2024 Fall Ballet

On October 19th, 2024, the Indiana University ballet program performed four consecutive, yet extremely unique, ballets that I never expected to witness.

IU Medical Students Establish Free “LGBTQ+ Competent” Clinic

Students at the Indiana University School of Medicine in Bloomington have opened a new clinic, The Gender Diverse and Queer Clinic (GDQC), devoted to the provision of “LGBTQ+ Competent” care to all members of the community, including those uninsured or underinsured.

Navigating Culture Shock: Tips and Tricks from a Culture Shock Pro

The annual one-day festival “Culture Shock” is less than two weeks away So…I decided to compile a list of helpful tips and tricks to make your experience the best it can be! 

Record Store Day 2024: What You Need to Know

The long-awaited official Record Store Day list was finally released a few weeks ago, and I am so (SO!) excited about it. Below is a quick rundown of the event, and some of the releases that I’m most excited about. Be sure to get out and shop local this Record Store Day on April 20th, 2024!

Truck & Trailer Crash into Bloomington Apartment Building at 10th and Walnut Street on March 15th

On the morning of Friday, March 15, Bloomington first responders answered a distress call at the corner of 10th Street and North Walnut where a pickup truck pulling a trailer crashed into the west wall of the Fox Row Apartments building, before coming to a stop under one of its balconies.

What is the HumDrum Press?

I had the pleasure of interviewing Max DiFrisco and Braeden Janes, two founders of the HumDrum Press, an independent record label started a few months ago in town. I was able to talk to them about their inspirations, recent releases, and how this project is different from any other student project.

WIUX Interviews Indie Band Merce Lemon Before Killer Performance At Local Bloomington Bar

On October 15th, 2023 WIUX had the opportunity to do a pre-show interview with Merce Lemon, opener for the band Horse Jumper of Love, at the local bar, The Bishop. 

Bloomington Man Sentenced to Over Three Years in Federal Prison for Wire Fraud Conspiracy to Steal Over $669,000 from Businesses and COVID-19 Programs

On Monday, October 23, the U.S. Attorney’s Office of the Southern District of Indiana announced that Robert K. Hall, 73, of Bloomington, Indiana, has been sentenced to 41 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to a massive conspiracy to commit wire fraud and money laundering. This decision was reached in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana located in Evansville, Indiana. 

My Time With The Skaaholics

For last year's annual Culture Shock music festival, I had the pleasure of talking to the members of The Skaaholics. They are a fusion band that combines elements of Ska, Rock, Reggae, Punk, Dub, Hip-Hop, and Latin rhythms. 

Student Struck by Car on Bloomington Campus

This past Thursday morning, a black Jeep struck an ongoing IU student riding on a scooter leaving him with severe bodily injuries. 

AMC Theater Set To Close In Bloomington

AMC Bloomington 11 has fallen on hard times for a little over a decade as most Bloomington residents were unaware of the company chain still being open in the city. 

Poddy Mouth Announcement

Join WIUX for Poddy Mouth this weekend! The event will take place on Saturday, March 25 at 8 p.m. in Bloomington’s FAR Center. Poddy Mouth is an 18+ event with a $5 entry fee. 

Westhead - Music Market Interview