Tank and the Bangas were in good spirits when they stopped by WFYI to record their Small Studio Session. That positive energy is a big part of the band's sound.

In this edition of Making It, Melissa Davis talks with Sharlene Birdsong, an artist and sound designer who plays in two bands.

Indianapolis musician Adam Graahs shares his songwriting process, why he loves music, and some details about the album of his band, SM Wolf.

Hayley Costas shares why she loves original music, how place influences her art, and what makes Indianapolis special.

Hex Mundi describes their “genre,” shares why they play music, and reveals the importance of the Indianapolis music scene.

WFYI’s Melissa Davis meets with Grant McClintock, a DIY musician whose passion is more than a pastime.

Reporter and producer Melissa Davis meets with Indianapolis based musician, Lani Williams. She has performed live in Indianapolis for fifteen years. Williams shares why she loves the medium of music, how live performance makes her feel, and why she wants to give more music to the world.

Performers Andy D and Anna Vision are based in Indianapolis, married to each other and focused much of their early careers on touring -- across the country and internationally. They are now focusing on supporting and building the scene here, locally.

A cooperative study from Butler and funded by the Indiana State Department of Health will examine how effective a personalized playlist is for patients suffering from dementia.

Indianapolis Jazz Bassist Brandon Meeks portrays one of Miles Davis’ band members in a new biopic of the legendary musician, created by actor-director by Don Cheadle. WFYI’s Jill Ditmire invited Brandon to stop by the studio to talk about the film.