Posts Tagged ‘battle of birdy’s’

04 Apr. 2011

Local Music Interview: Presomnia


It’s been a quiet few months for local artists Presomnia, but trust me, things are about to get much louder. Known for their blend of “the softest and hardest,” captivating live show, loyal following, and an undeniable love for the scene in which they inhabit, they’re now looking to add another chapter to their already …

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16 Nov. 2010

Battle of Birdy’s:…and then there was 1


As they like to say in “The Highlander” series: “There can be only one.” After three months, 13 weeks and over 60 bands, it’s time to say goodbye to Indy’s biggest organized battle of the bands competition, but not before we crown our new rulers of the local scene.  Following months of preparation, practice, tireless …

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03 Nov. 2010

…and then there were 6 in the Battle of Birdy’s


At long last, after months of intense competition, Birdy’s Bar and Grill presents the final round of this year’s Battle of Birdy’s. Over 60 acts graced the stage over the past three months, and now only 18 remain.  Each of these bands has shown they deserve to be here.  They practiced hard, promoted relentlessly, and …

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01 Nov. 2010

Battle of Birdy’s: Untitled Round 2 finale


As one of my favorite bands once put it: “The End Is Here…The End Is Beautiful.” We’re now in the home stretch of the Battle of Birdy’s.  Out of the over 60 participants who started nearly three months ago, only a handful remain.  After two electrifying weeks of Round 2 action, the finals are really …

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24 Oct. 2010

Battle of Birdy’s Round 2 Week 2: The nesting ground gets rocked (again)


Take one pint of whiskey rock, two shots of metal, three hits of good old fashioned rock n’ roll and chase it all with a film crew.  Your end result? Week 2 of Round 2 at the Battle of Birdy’s. As the dust finally settled from an eventful Round 2 kick-off, it’s time to do …

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18 Oct. 2010

Battle of Birdy’s Round 2: Bigger, louder and crazier than ever


Six bands?  Higher stakes?  Bigger crowds?  One huge party for the Indy Music Scene? Welcome to Round 2. After a week off to let the dust from Round 1 settle, the Battle of Birdy’s returned last Friday to kick off Round 2 action.  Over 60 came to play over the past nine weeks, but only …

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11 Oct. 2010

Battle of Birdy’s:…and then there were 18


After nine weeks and over 60 bands, Round 1 of Indy’s biggest organized battle of the bands contest is finally over. But this fight isn’t over quite yet.  Oh no, we’re just getting started. After a lengthy search, we’re down to our final 18 bands.  While the talent has been amazing, there’s only room at …

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04 Oct. 2010

Week 9: A rock-filled Round 1 finale


The end is here!  Don’t worry, this one is generally painless and less annoying than a dude with a sandwich board shouting at you on the streets. After eight weeks and over 50 acts, Round 1 of the Battle of Birdy’s has finally reached its conclusion.  Before we can turn the page on this chapter …

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27 Sep. 2010

Week 8: Old bands, new bands and new-old bands


Seven weeks later and Round 2 is really starting to take form.  You’d think after this long, Indy’s biggest battle of the bands would slow down, right? Not quite. With only two more weeks left of Round 1 and only four more spots, competition is really heating up, as bands are pulling out all the …

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20 Sep. 2010

Week 7: Birdy’s rocks a little louder


New night, new bands, new to the Battle of Birdy’s, new host. Same goal. On an otherwise calm night in Indianapolis, six bands (instead of the usual seven) engaged in a fierce battle of the bands we like to call the Battle of Birdy’s.  On the bill tonight?  Rock, rock, and even more rock. That’s …

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