A reflection of my time with rock and roll music at Indiana University
A personal narrative on my college experience and rock and roll.
There were clouds in the sky
An expression of couplets, thought to be part of a blues number.
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.
A closer look at Micah Bachrach’s debut single “Darlin’”
Micah Bachrach recently released his new single “Darlin’.” Sam Boland sat down with Bachrach on WIUX to discuss the song, his music, and his future.
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.
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.
A retrospective narrative on the formation of Bloomington Delta Music Club
Sam takes a deep dive into the formation of Bloomington Delta Music Club and how they got to where they are today.
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.
Reporting during a pandemic an anxiety inducing activity
I visited the Bluebird on a Wednesday night and the only person concerned about the pandemic was myself.