...a rock-driven act, full of catchy hooks that any audience could love... Those around me do... judging their dance moves.
Tied To Tigers
The second round of the annual Battle of Birdy’s resumes, and taking a few days off last week, I’m anxious to get back into it. As impressive as the first round always is, the next one takes it to the next level, compete with that “big show” feel.
Their chemistry was great, their sound is very pleasing on the ears ...they were enjoying every second of it.
EspresSoul
After 8 weeks of some of the most intense action “rock n’ roll’s nesting grounds’ has ever seen, the first round of the Battle of Birdy’s has finally reached its conclusion, but before we can completely close the book on it, we’ve got 5 more acts looking to prove themselves to their peers, and the audience that holds their fate in their collective hands.
...stage presence, energy, crowd participation, ...that attitude that comes when you’re doing something you love.
Half-Life
While 14 bands have secured their spots and now anxiously await their next performance in the Battle of Birdy’s, we still have two more weeks left in this first round. Tonight, we have six more groups anxious to show why they deserve to move on and compete for a myriad of prizes including bragging rights, studio time and spending cash, but like all weeks, only two of them can move on.
...it felt like they were just showing off by that point. It’s like they know they’re that good.
The Farewell Audition
After a quiet past few weeks, it’s refreshing to see the place buzzing with activity again. Some people have taken seats at some of the tables, the PBR is flowing at the bar, and I’m left trying to find a place to park elsewhere. After finding a space where I wouldn’t get towed and entering the building, I see that our first band has already taken the stage.
...enjoying themselves while the trio unleashed their blend of catchy, energetic rock n’ roll.
Minute Details
Tonight, only 3 bands will get their shot at to compete for grand prize that includes bragging rights, spending cash, recording studio time, and even more. It’s quiet, it’s cool, it’s a little rainy outside, and for the sixth week, it’s time to get this party started. So in the words of The Joker: “here…we…go…”
...some of their most dedicated supporters have taken to dancing to the music and soaking up every bit of their very soulful and heartfelt performance.
SK and Souled Out 7
It’s about 8:30 p.m. on a rather cool night in Indianapolis, and as I step through the doors, all’s quiet on the Northern front. The few in attendance have taken their seats at some of the tables towards the back of the room, conversing amongst their friends and enjoying their drinks, while act #1 finishes last-second preparations. Not too long after, we’re all welcomed and it’s time to get this show on the road.
...Their performance, it’s high energy, it’s passionate, and it’s the right kick in the teeth... Here at “rock n’ roll’s nesting grounds.”
Coupe D'etat
It’s quiet, the crowd at this point is modest at best, and after finding a spot on the floor, it’s time to get this battle started. Our first band is introduced and Week 4 is now underway!
...it’s a nice change of pace, as their back-and-forth 25-minute set feels more like storytelling than a standalone performance.
Miss World Wide and Knowledge
The Battle of Birdy’s resumed action last Friday night, where once again, some of the local Indy scene’s finest will give it their all to prove that they belong at the top of the mountain, and while each is worthy in their own way, only two more will move on.
...Eclectic it is... Sure, there’s a contingency of rock... but you also have the occasional hip-hop act, a folk band, or even... a bare-bones, stripped down, acoustic solo artist...
For the ninth consecutive year, Indy’s largest organized battle of the bands – better known as the Battle of Birdy’s – kicked off. Over the course of the next 13 weeks, nearly 60 bands will take to the stage to compete for a variety of prizes… [from] $5000 in spending chase to a 2-song EP… and so much more…