Small Studio Sessions

Grammy award winning, Indiana based singer songwriter Carrie Newcomer is WFYI’s November Small Studio featured artist. In this thoughtful Small Studio Session, Carrie shares music and philosophy. Carrie is accompanied in this session by pianist Gary Walters. Small Studio is made possible by a grant from The Herbert Simon Family Foundation, and with support from Neat O Art Shop and Sun King Brewery.

By day, Andy Duncan works a traditional job for a non-profit, but when he and his wife hit the stage, they become "Andy D and Anna Vision" . The Indianapolis based couple just returned from three years of touring Europe with their "over the top- homage to the New York Disco Night Club Scene of the 80's". In our October Small Studio Session, you'll hear a collection of Andy D's electroclash songs: The Music Takes, Teddy Roosevelt (Part 1), and Hey Tina (Pick Up The Phone). And stay tuned after the music ends for an interview with Andy D and Anna Vision, from WFYI's Jill Ditmire.

By day, Andy Duncan works a traditional job for a non-profit, but when he and his wife hit the stage, they become "Andy D and Anna Vision" . The Indianapolis based couple just returned from three years of touring Europe with their "over the top- homage to the New York Disco Night Club Scene of the 80's". In our October Small Studio Session, you'll hear a collection of Andy D's electroclash songs: The Music Takes, Teddy Roosevelt (Part 1), and Hey Tina (Pick Up The Phone). And stay tuned after the music ends for an interview with Andy D and Anna Vision, from WFYI's Jill Ditmire.

Indianapolis based singer and songwriter Brett Wiscons knows that hard work is an important part of being a success in any career. And now with a little help from his friends, he is enjoying the rewards of the music career he's always dreamed of. Listen in and enjoy the Americana/folk rock fusion of our September Small Studio Session featured musician, Brett Wiscons with guest musicians Rob Dixon and Julie Ann Hess. Small Studio is made possible by a grant from The Herbert Simon Family Foundation, and with support from Neat O Art Shop and Sun King Brewery.

Indianapolis based singer and songwriter Brett Wiscons knows that hard work is an important part of being a success in any career. And now with a little help from his friends, he is enjoying the rewards of the music career he's always dreamed of. Listen in and enjoy the Americana/folk rock fusion of our September Small Studio Session featured musician, Brett Wiscons with guest musicians Rob Dixon and Julie Ann Hess. Small Studio is made possible by a grant from The Herbert Simon Family Foundation, and with support from Neat O Art Shop and Sun King Brewery.

Whether you are new to Indianapolis or have spent the past 20 years enjoying the city's blues scene-you have more than likely heard the music of Gordon Bonham. He's played gigs around the world - sharing the stage with legends like Bo Diddley - but nothing makes him happier than sharing his love of the blues with fellow Hoosiers. Listen in to this session from our August Small Studio Session musician Gordon Bonham, followed by an interview with WFYI's Jill Ditmire. Small Studio is made possible by a grant from The Herbert Simon Family Foundation, and with support from Neat O Art Shop and Sun King Brewery.

Whether you are new to Indianapolis or have spent the past 20 years enjoying the city’s blues scene—you have more than likely heard the music of Gordon Bonham.  He’s played gigs around the world – sharing the stage with legends like Bo Diddley - but nothing makes him happier than sharing his love of the blues with fellow Hoosiers.  Listen in to this session from our August Small Studio Session musician Gordon Bonham, followed by an interview with WFYI’s Jill Ditmire.  Small Studio is made possible by a grant from The Herbert Simon Family Foundation, and with support from Neat O Art Shop and Sun King Brewery.

Austin, Texas based roots blues musician Scott H. Biram regularly stops in Indiana during his worldwide tours. Biram recorded an acoustic session at WFYI's Small Studio before his show at The HiFi in Fountain Square earlier this year. Scott H. Biram plays a medley of tunes in this session, and shares a few stories about his music and life on the road as a touring musician. Small Studio is made possible by a grant from The Herbert Simon Family Foundation, and with support from Neat O Art Shop and Sun King Brewery.

Austin, Texas based roots blues musician Scott H. Biram regularly stops in Indiana during his worldwide tours. Biram recorded an acoustic session at WFYI’s Small Studio before his show at The HiFi in Fountain Square earlier this year. Scott H. Biram plays a medley of tunes in this session, and shares a few stories about his music and life on the road as a touring musician. Small Studio is made possible by a grant from The Herbert Simon Family Foundation, and with support from Neat O Art Shop and Sun King Brewery.

WFYI's June Small Studio Session features Indianapolis hip hop and spoken word artist, Tony Styxx along with his band The Graveyard Shift. Tony explores the story of his life so far in the songs "M.T.A," "Name Of The King," "Refuge," and "Get Down." Small Studio is made possible by a grant from The Herbert Simon Family Foundation, and with support from Neat O Art Shop and Sun King Brewery.