Mutts at Radio Radio: June 18, 2011

Hey Indianapolis music fans: The two-man, Chicago-based band Mutts is going to be playing this Saturday, June 18th at Radio Radio. Mutts combines the musical talents of Bob Buckstaff and Mike Maimone to bring basically the awesomest duo out of Chicago since Ryne Sandberg and Chicago-style pizza.

Doors to the show open at 8:00pm. Tickets are $7 at the door and you must be 21 to enter. Unless you can sneak in with a fake ID. But that is not recommended. For more on the show, click the Facebook page here.

Mutts was awesome enough to release their first three EPs absolutely free of charge. So you literally have nothing to lose by checking them out. Except maybe your time. And whatever internet connection you pay for. But the music is free! See below:

Mutts decided from the outset to give away their first 3 EPs. By tracking them in a few days and releasing them immediately, the band has kept fresh, honest and spontaneous music flowing to their growing fan base. All three are available as free downloads on http://download.MuttsMusic.com, as well as on CD at shows.

And here's a recent video from Mutts. Don't let the high-tech camera work fool you. These guys  produce their own videos:



Thanks to Mutts for bringing this event to our attention. You can find out more than you would ever want to know about Mutts by clicking here:

Mutts

RV Camping in Indianapolis

The following guest post was written by Joe Laing. We're hopeful it will bring some attention to the Indianapolis area for any RV-camping folk out there. Indianapolis Bloggers is in no way affiliated with El Monte RV and received no compensation for this post.

Come on down through Indy on your next RV trip!

Eight Cool Reasons to RV to Indianapolis

Ever been to Indy by RV? Indianapolis, at the center of outdoor recreation, historical sites and engaging cultural tours, makes a great home base for a week of fun. RVers in search of something different this summer should definitely pay heed to our eight cool reasons to RV to Indianapolis.

1. Bloomington, IN, just an hour south, tempts visitors with cultural and outdoor attractions. Hoosier National Forest, Lake Monroe and a whole host of scenic trails make this the perfect daytrip for outdoor adventurers. A lively collection of museums, galleries and entertainment venues create a college town with something for every traveler.
2. Colonel Eli Lilly Civil War Museum, a magnificent Indianapolis memorial to those who fought and died in the Civil War, should provide you with plenty of unforgettable vacation photos.
3. Conner Prairie Interactive History Museum, thirty minutes north of the city in Fishers, IN, is affiliated with the Smithsonian and an excellent way to spend the day interactively immersed in history.
4. Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the largest spectator sport facility in the world, has a race for every type of fan. The iconic Indy 500, NASCAR's Brickyard 400 and the RedBull Indianapolis GP keep the action blazing all season. RV camping fans can tailgate to their hearts' content by reserving a campsite right at the Speedway!
5. Indiana Wine Trail – Batesville, IN, home to Ertel Cellars Winery, is the perfect place to start your journey through Southeastern Indiana's wine country. Make the loop to Versailles, Vevay, Madison and Commiskey to experience six artisan wineries, charming villages and plenty of awesome scenery.
6. Louisville, KY – Why limit your Indianapolis RV camping trip to one state? Louisville is only two hours away, and adds a layer of riverfront fun to your trip. Take a steamboat ride down the Ohio River on the Belle of Louisville or explore ancient fossil beds at Falls of the Ohio State Park across the river in Clarksville, IN. You can still be back in Indianapolis for dinner!
7. Mass Ave Arts District in Indianapolis is filled with galleries, restaurants, boutiques and theaters if you're hoping to shop, dine and lose yourself in the nightlife of Indy while on vacation.
8. White River State Park – Looking for many ways to be entertained on the same day? White River State Park, an urban collection of museums, green spaces and waterways, encompasses the Indianapolis Zoo, the NCAA Hall of Champions and many more ways to spend your vacation hours. Bike, hike, Segway, or kayak your way through the trails and canals and then stop to enjoy art and entertainment at this top-ranked park's many venues.

To round out our reasons to go RV camping to Indianapolis, there's its proximity to Lake Michigan (three hours north), the cultural attractions of Dayton, OH (two hours east) and great lakeside RV parks like Indy Lakes and Lake Haven Retreat within the city limits. Don't miss this chance to explore the Indianapolis area by RV; it's a vacation you'll want to repeat!

About the Author
Joe Laing is the Marketing Director for El Monte RV, a nationwide RV Rental company. For other great RV camping vacation ideas see the Monty's Musings RV Camping Blog, and for RV camping pictures see Monty's RV Vacation Photo / Picture Gallery.

Indianapolis Blogger: That Plus Size Girl

THAT PLUS SIZE GIRL was created to be the voice for plus size women in the world of fashion!! Lover of all things fabulous...I am a true diva at heart, a city girl with a country girl smile that loves fashion and helping others. Proudly wearing a size 12. I celebrate my curves but I believe being healthy is most important! As the world of plus size fashion evolves I plan on being your eyes and ears!

Love yourself then others...Confidence is your best accessory on the runway of life!!!



That Plus Size Girl

Comcast Indianapolis

Hey Indianapolis-  If you're somehow reading this without your own internet connection and want to know where you can get some internet, then click on the link below.  You can pay Comcast and they'll give you cable or internet connections.  It's a crazy world out there.

Comcast Indianapolis

Disclosure Statement

This disclosure is pursuant to 16 CFR § 255.  Indianapolis Bloggers is required to disclose that we did receive compensation for writing this post.  Isn't that crazy?  If you want to send us wheelbarrow loads of cash to write about your service or product, just send an email to indianapolisbloggers@gmail.com.

Congratulations to Winner of Funeral Party Contest!

A big "Thank You!" to all those who participated in our Funeral Party Free CD and Concert Contest.  We appreciate all of you and hope you try again in our upcoming contests.  Just stay tuned.

Congrats to Virginia, our big winner!  Virginia actually lucked out and won both the tickets and the CD.  Be sure to get in touch with us to get your prize.

Thanks again everyone, and especially to Funeral Party and their marketing crew for sending us the CD and tickets.

Free CD and Free Tickets to Hear Funeral Party Playing at The Egyptian Room

*UPDATE*  Congratulations Virginia!

Win Free Tickets to hear Funeral Party live at the Egyptian Room (Murat Theater) this Friday, June 10, 7:30 p.m.   Also enter to win a free CD of their debut album, The Golden Age of Knowhere. All you have to do is send an email to indianapolisbloggers@gmail.com.  Details below.

The Band: Funeral Party

Chad Elliot, James Lawrence Torres, Kimo Kauhola and Tim Madrid are the men behind the music of Funeral Party. They recently released their debut album, The Golden Age of Knowhere, on March 29th of this year. Since then, they've performed on Jimmy Kimmel and David Letterman. They've even played their way into a Bacardi Rum advertising campaign. (see video below featuring "New York Moves to the Sound of L.A.")



Funeral Party is from Whittier, CA and started their journey to the big stage by playing local backyard parties. The band has played its way out of the streets of LA and is currently touring through the Midwest. To learn more about the band, take the time to watch this mini-documentary:



You can keep up with the band here:
Funeral Party Website
Facebook Page
Myspace

Order The Golden Age of Knowhere CD by clicking here.

The Concert: Panic at the Disco, Fun and Funeral Party

On June 10, 2011, Panic at the Disco, Fun and Funeral Party will be playing in Indianapolis.  The show is being held in the Egyptian Room at Old National Centre.  If you're interested in buying tickets, click here.  To win two tickets for free, see below.

The Contest: Free Tickets to the June 10 show and Free The Golden Age of Knowhere CD

Now comes the fun stuff.  If you want to win tickets to hear Funeral Party, Panic at the Disco and Fun, read on my friend.  Entering the contest is super easy.  All you have to do is send an email to indianapolisbloggers@gmail.com.  Literally, that's it.

However, there are a number of ways you can increase your odds of winning. For each thing you do, you will get an extra point. For each point, you get your name thrown in the hat again.

1) Add our Feed to your reader. (1 Point)
2) Follow us on Twitter. (1 Point)
3) Friend us on Facebook. (1 Point)
4) Retweet or Share this page to tell your friends. (1 Point)
5) Refer a friend who then signs up for the contest. (1 Point)
6) Send us a check for $10,000 USD. (2 Points)
7) Send us a check for $1,000,000 USD. (You win the world)

When you send your email, just list all the things you've done. If you already do all those things, let us know that too because that's like 33 bonus points in our book (not literally). Make sure you tell us if a friend referred you, so they will get their extra point.

First name drawn will win two (2) tickets to the show.  Next name drawn will win the CD.  If you're paying attention - that means you may win both!

Just leave a comment if you have any questions. Good luck!

Free Tickets and IB Reviews of "Green Lantern"

Hey Indianapolis Bloggers- Our friends over at The Film Yap are having another advance screening giveaway.

They are offering up free tickets to a screening of the movie "Green Lantern." The screening is June 15, at 7:30pm at a theater on the north side. We've been asked not to disclose the theater, but whoever wins the tickets will obviously get that info.

If you're interested, all you have to do is go leave a comment somewhere on their blog, then shoot them an email. That's it! Follow this link for details: INDIANAPOLIS!! Enter to Win Passes to see “Green Lantern”! Keep in mind that you cannot buy tickets for this event, so be sure to head over to The Film Yap to win yours today!

Also, if you are a blogger in Indianapolis and you see "Green Lantern", be sure to write up a quick review on your blog and tell us what you thought of it. Even if you don't watch it till it comes out on DVD. After you've written your post, just send us an email and we'll add a link to your post from this page. So if anyone wants to know what Indy Bloggers thought of the movie, they can come here to find out. Thanks much and keep up the blogging!

Indianapolis Bloggers Review - "Green Lantern":

Commentary Track - Movie Review: Green Lantern (2011)

Congratulations to Winner of "Valleyheart" Contest!

A big "Thank You!" to all those who participated in our She Wants Revenge "Valleyheart" LP Contest.  We appreciate all of you and hope you try again in our upcoming contests.  Just stay tuned.

Congrats to Cort (@Ashsmart22 on Twitter), our big winner! Be sure to get in touch with us to get your prize.

Thanks again everyone, and especially to She Wants Revenge and their marketing crew for sending us the LPs to give away.