Margy Frazier, a junior at St. Mary-of-the-Woods College, remembers the first time she heard The Speedbumps. Erik Urycki’s sincere lyrics and breezy voice started as a whisper before soaring to the rafters.
Then it was full-on band time as the guitar, cello and the upright bass kicked in and picked up the pace. Heads nodded, bodies swayed and hands clapped. For Frazier, and many others, the band left a distinct impression.
“Using string instruments and vocals, they create a sound that is indescribable,” said Frazier, who, as the president of the college’s student activities committee, arranged for the band to play on campus last semester.
Now this critically acclaimed indie rock band is back, ready to rock the Wabash Valley on Sept. 5 in the SMWC Little Theatre in Guerin Hall.
The concert starts at 8 p.m. and is free and open to the community.
“If you like good music and fun people, you’ll enjoy The Speedbumps,” Frazier said. “They play a mix of music — oldies, current hits and originals.”
The Speedbumps, recently featured on American Public Television’s “Road Trip Nation,” use classic instruments to create a new sound. A 2011 Independent Music Awards winner, the band has opened for many national headliners, such as Crosby, Stills and Nash, Amos Lee and G-Love and Special Sauce.
Their eclectic and organic tunes have rocked festivals all over the world, including the Kent State Music Festival and Australia’s One Movement for Music Festival.
“The Speedbumps play a delightful mix of music,” Frazier said. “They involve the audience, encouraging clapping and singing along — creating an unforgettable concert.”
For more information contact the office of Campus Life at (812) 535-5219 or CampusLife@smwc.edu. Listen to The Speedbumps online at: www.thespeed
bumps.com.
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July 16 — BON JOVI, at Klipsch Music Center, Noblesville, 7:30 p.m. Pre-sale tickets will be refunded to buyer’s account.
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Friday — BRAD PAISLEY, at Klipsch Music Center, Noblesville, 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $28.25 and $80.25. (*)
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‘Mummies’ stay cryptic in answers to questions about themselves
Members of the funk-R&B band Here Come the Mummies apparently intend to take their true identities to the grave.
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Willie Nelson & Family to play IU Auditorium on April 6
New Covenant Productions will present “An Evening with Willie Nelson and Family” live in concert at 7:30 p.m. on April 6 at Indiana University Auditorium in Bloomington.
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Colts sign nose tackle
Another day, more player signings for the Indianapolis Colts.
Nose tackle Aubrayo Franklin agreed to terms with the Colts on Tuesday evening and officially signed with the team Wednesday. Franklin (6-1, 315) is a 10-year NFL veteran with stops in Baltimore (2003-06), San Francisco (2007-10), New Orleans (2011) and San Diego (2012). -
Concerts: March 21, 2013
CANCELLATION
April 9 — MORRISSEY with KRISTEEN YOUNG, at Murat Theatre, Old National Centre, Indianapolis, 8 p.m. Tickets: $49.50, $35 and $25. Refunds available at point of purchase. - CONCERTS: Feb. 14, 2013
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Singer-songwriter, Hutsonville native to perform in home county
After the January release of her new single, “I’m Not Gonna Let You,” Nashville singer-songwriter Roxie Randle will perform Feb. 7 in the Illinois county where she grew up.
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Concert listings: Jan. 24, 2013
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Today — PHILLIP PHILLIPS, at Red Skelton Performing Arts Center, Vincennes University, 6:30 and 9 p.m.
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At Home on Stage: Upcoming concert brings Grammy-nominated band and singer-guitarist back to Terre Haute
A club in New York City or the front room of the Eldredges’ house near West Terre Haute. The setting never fazed Terry Eldredge, even as a teenager. He could play music anywhere, bold and confident.
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Concert listings: Jan. 17, 2013
SOLD OUT
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Strength in second half suits ISU
On 10 occasions, Indiana State’s men’s basketball team has scored more points in the second half of its games than it has the first.
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Terre Haute’s Judson Hill band to unveil new album
The four-member group hopes its new album, “Beauty in Goodbye,” catches ears in the recording industry. They’ll unveil the 10-song CD in their hometown of Terre Haute this weekend, and play it live in March at Nashville’s iconic 12th & Porter club.
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Indianapolis Symphonic Choir adds third Christmas performance
The Indianapolis Symphonic Choir’s upcoming annual Christmas performances of “Festival of Carols” have attracted audiences larger than expected.
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TH North Holiday Showcase set
Terre Haute North Vigo High School will present its second annual Holiday Showcase on Friday and Saturday at the school.
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