HamCo Live Hot Ticket

Join host Josh Cecil, co-host Tyler Mechem and producer Chris inside Moonshot Studios for Season 1, Episode 22 of the HamCo Live Hot Ticket podcast, your guide to the Hamilton County live music scene.   In this episode, local Noblesville singer-songwriter Kelli Ray Yates joins the show as our first repeat guest. The group recaps a packed couple of weeks, highlighting local performances at Noblesville Porchfest, Tyler's accordion and keys set at the Federal Hill Billy Joel tribute show, and ongoing community flood relief efforts. Josh shares highlights from his birthday trip to Willie Nelson's Outlaw Country Music Festival featuring the Avett Brothers and Steven Wilson Jr., while producer Chris discusses volunteering at the Trice hip-hop festival.   In honor of Kelli's 19 years as a barista at Noble Coffee, the group debates the ultimate top five coffee shop jams. They discuss coffee shop culture, share the recipe for a Kelly-style chai, and draft a playlist featuring acoustic tracks by Norah Jones, Kimya Dawson, Death Cab for Cutie and the Avett Brothers.   Listeners can also test their music knowledge with a country music trivia question about the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, brought to you by Rudy's Recycle Shop in Cicero. The episode wraps up with a preview of the upcoming TradeUp Fest on Sept. 19, where Kelli Ray Yates will perform with her full band.   This episode is sponsored by Anderson-based LM Products. For a complete local music calendar and to subscribe to the weekly newsletter, visit hamcolive.com.

Join host Josh Cecil, co-host Tyler Mechem and Producer Chris for Season 1, Episode 21 of the HamCo Live Hot Ticket podcast on the Get In Podcast Network. This week, Noblesville real estate expert and author Kurt Meyer joins the studio. Meyer discusses the unique appeal of historic homes in Oldtown Noblesville, the history of local theaters and his family's recent reunion with guests visiting from Japan and Bozeman. The group discusses the historic flooding in Hamilton County that surpassed the 1913 record by nearly a foot, submerging local parks like Federal Hill and Southside Park. The hosts share how local businesses were affected and highlight community recovery efforts led by Noblesville Serve Village. To support the community, 100 percent of the proceeds from this episode will go toward local flood relief. Weekend recaps include Tyler's recent gig at Walk-Ons, Chris's trip to Terre Haute Brewing Company and Kurt's family trip to the Indiana State Fair. This sparks a conversation about historic state fair concerts, from the Beatles performing at the coliseum in 1964 to Tyler's memory of opening for Michael McDonald. In honor of their guest, a noted bourbon drinker, the group debates the best whiskey drinking songs for the weekly top five segment. The final playlist features tracks by Jason Isbell, Chris Stapleton, Townes Van Zandt, Midland and Larry Fleet. Later, the hosts test their music knowledge with a soft rock trivia question sponsored by Rudy's Recycle Shop in Cicero. The episode also previews TradeUp Fest, a free community music festival celebrating the skilled trades on Sept. 19 at the Riverview Health Arena in Noblesville. This episode is sponsored by Anderson-based LM Products and Moonshot Games. Visit hamcolive.com to subscribe to the newsletter and view the full music calendar.

Join host Josh Cecil, co-host Tyler Mechem and Producer Chris for season one, episode 16 of the HamCo Live Hot Ticket podcast, part of the Get In podcast network. This week, special guest Oliver Thibideau joins the show to discuss opening Ctyzn Records in Carmel, Indiana, at just 18 years old. Thibideau shares his journey of building a local vinyl record store, tracking down vintage classic rock albums and hosting live music shows for local bands like Mystik. The hosts recap their Father's Day weekends, featuring trips to Kings Island and a Chicago Cubs game at Wrigley Field. Josh also shares his theory on government alien disclosure following a trip to the movies. The group discusses the rise of bootleg vinyl records on the internet and recounts the famous 1979 Disco Demolition Night at Comiskey Park. During the weekly top five segment, the group debates the best bike riding songs. Their finalized playlist features tracks by the Misfits, The Cool Kids, Cake, Wax and Matt the Electrician. The hosts also discuss their favorite iconic album covers, including art from Green Day, Bruce Springsteen and Bell Witch. Listeners can test their music knowledge with a vinyl record trivia question, brought to you by Rudy's Recycle Shop in Cicero. The crew also announces the upcoming TradeUp music festival on Sept. 19 at the Riverview Health Arena at Innovation Mile in Noblesville, which will support the skilled trades industry. This episode is sponsored by Anderson based LM Products and Moonshot Games. Visit hamcolive.com for the complete local music calendar and to subscribe to the weekly newsletter.

Join host Josh Cecil, co-host Tyler Mechem and Producer Chris for the HamCo Live Hot Ticket podcast, your guide to the Hamilton County live music scene. The show is part of the Get In podcast network.   In this episode, Fishers Fire Department firefighters Rob and Scott join the studio to discuss their nonprofit organization, Brotherhood Designs. The duo shares how they transform retired fire hoses into patriotic flags, a mission that has placed their artwork in famous Nashville bars like Tootsies Orchid Lounge and raised funds for the families of fallen and critically injured first responders.   The guests preview the upcoming Heroes and Healing Music Festival at Federal Hill in Noblesville. The July 16 ticketed event features performances by Clayton Anderson, Gary Burke III, Mike Riley and the Show Ponies, and Billy and the Tall Boys. The festival honors Corey Comperatore, a Pennsylvania volunteer firefighter who was killed at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. His widow, Helen Comperatore, will serve as an ambassador and guest speaker.   The hosts also recap their weekends, featuring Tyler's family trip to Holiday World, Rob's anniversary visit to the Dayton Air Show and Josh pouring beer at Bier Brewery.   During the weekly top five segment, the group debates the best country songs to hear a cover band play. The finalized list features timeless tracks by George Strait, Brooks and Dunn, Toby Keith, Garth Brooks and the Zac Brown Band. Listeners can test their music knowledge with a 1990s country music trivia question about Shania Twain, brought to you by Rudy's Recycle Shop in Cicero.   Planning your weekend? The podcast previews the upcoming police and fire sled hockey grudge match at the Fuel Tank to support Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana adaptive sports.   This episode is filmed at Moonshot Studios inside Moonshot Games and is sponsored by Anderson based LM Products. For a complete local music calendar and to subscribe to the weekly newsletter, visit hamcolive.com.

Join host Josh Cecil and co-host Tyler Mechem for Season 1, Episode 13 of the HamCo Live Hot Ticket podcast, your guide to the Hamilton County live music scene. In this episode, Noblesville native and stand-up comedian Quinn Schlegel joins the studio while Producer Chris is away on special assignment.   Schlegel discusses his journey into stand-up comedy following a stressful career in door-to-door satellite television sales. He shares details about his recent performances at Helium Comedy Club in Indianapolis and organizing secret pop-up shows for the Don't Tell Comedy series. The group also debates the unique challenges of writing and testing new comedy routines compared to playing live music.   During the weekly top five segment, the group reveals their ultimate guilty pleasure songs.  Listeners can also test their hardcore hip-hop knowledge with a trivia question about an Irish rap act and their 1992 hit, brought to you by Rudy's Recycle Shop in Cicero.   Planning your weekend? The podcast highlights upcoming local concerts, including Tyler Mechem at Songbird Social House, Chris Oaks at Courthouse Club, Zack Day at King Jug Brewing, the Y Store at Joe's Grill and Hardy at Ruoff Music Center. This episode is sponsored by Anderson-based LM Products.   For a complete local music calendar and to subscribe to the weekly newsletter, visit hamcolive.com.

Join host Josh Cecil, co-host Tyler Mechem and Producer Chris for the HamCo Live Hot Ticket podcast, your guide to the Hamilton County live music scene. Tyler is away on special assignment this week, but Alec and Taylor from the Boozehounds Bluegrass band join the studio.   The guests share stories from the local bluegrass jam scene, discuss their recent engagement at Dulo's in Cicero and preview the massive nine-band Bluegrass Festival at Bier Brewery in Noblesville.   In a recap of the weekend, Josh shares a surprising social media encounter with Tom Petty's wife, Dana Petty, and announces a new HamCo Live online merch store for local bands. Producer Chris previews the Front Porch Records showcase featuring Fousey and Astro Tourist at the Hi-Fi in Indianapolis.   During the weekly top five segment, the group debates the saddest country songs. The finalized list features heart-wrenching tracks like "Jolene," and "Go Rest High on That Mountain."   Listeners can also test their 1990s alternative rock knowledge with a trivia question about a band and Harvard University, brought to you by Rudy's Recycle Shop in Cicero.   This episode is sponsored by Anderson-based LM Products and Moonshot Games. For a complete local music calendar and to subscribe to the weekly newsletter, visit hamcolive.com.

Join host Josh Cecil, co-host Tyler Mechem and Producer Chris for the HamCo Live Hot Ticket podcast, your source for the Hamilton County live music scene and proud member of the Get IN podcast network. This week, Live Nation Regional Vice President of Operations Andrew Newport joins the show to discuss his 27-year career and the magic behind Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville. Newport shares behind-the-scenes stories about managing the popular amphitheater, the economic realities of touring for artists and recent pavilion renovations featuring 6,000 new seats and new local food vendors. He also addresses "blue dot fever" and the complexities of ticket pricing and scalping. During the weekly top five segment, the group debates the best concerts at the venue formerly known as Deer Creek. The finalized list of memorable shows includes a perfectly timed lightning strike and an infamous power outage in a 2005 show. Listeners can test their music knowledge with a "Rocky Horror Picture Show" trivia question brought to you by Rudy's Recycle Shop in Cicero. Planning your weekend? The podcast previews upcoming local concerts, including Pistol Pete at Syds, Molly D. Rose at Spencer Farm Winery, Austin Johnson at The Boathouse, Rhino Down at Grand Junction Brewing Company and the Naptown Hepcats at Union Brewing Company. Visit hamcolive.com for the complete local music calendar and to subscribe to the weekly newsletter.  

Join host Josh Cecil, co-host Tyler Mechem, Producer Chris and special guest intern Roman for the HamCo Live Hot Ticket podcast, your source for the Hamilton County live music scene. The show is now part of the Get In podcast network. In this episode, the crew recaps their weekends. Tyler discusses his recent performance at Joe's Grill in Fishers. Chris shares his experience watching the Pickle Stompers perform on a roof at the Harrison Center and helping with the Music In Transit video series featuring local hip-hop artists. Josh shares a story about meeting the Midwest Originals while working at Bier Brewery in Noblesville. During the weekly top five segment, the group debates the ultimate summer jams. Their finalized list features tracks by Mungo Jerry, DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince, The Drifters, Atmosphere and the Zac Brown Band. Listeners can also test their music knowledge with a yacht rock trivia question, brought to you by Rudy's Recycle Shop in Cicero. Planning your weekend? The podcast highlights upcoming local concerts, including the J. Baker Trio at Syds, Indy Annies at Four Finger Distillery, the Midwest Originals at Bier Carmel, Will Hoge at Feinstein's Carmel, and Andy Schommberg and A Bright Abyss at the Noblesville Art Fair on the Square. This episode is sponsored by Anderson-based LM Products and Moonshot Games. Visit hamcolive.com for the complete local music calendar and to subscribe to the weekly newsletter.

Join host Josh Cecil, co-host Tyler Mechem and Producer Chris for the Hamco Live Hot Ticket podcast, your guide to the Hamilton County live music scene. In this episode, special guest Chris Baird of the Chris Baird Trio  joins the show. Baird discusses his musical journey from a Navy brat listening to his mother's records to his current band, and he shares the strategy behind curating live entertainment to make women feel comfortable at Bar Ellis in downtown Noblesville. During the weekly top five segment, the group debates the best songs with confusing titles, finalizing a list that features tracks by Queen, Kid Rock, the Gorillas, Stone Temple Pilots and Led Zeppelin.  Listeners can also test their music knowledge with a 1979 Electric Light Orchestra trivia question about the song "Don't Bring Me Down," brought to you by Rudy's Recycle Shop in Cicero. Planning your weekend? The podcast highlights upcoming local concerts, including Morgan Taylor at Songbird Social House, the Linwood Trio at Beer Noblesville, Ghost on Maple at Sids, Hill and Oaks at Parks Place Pub and the Chris Bear Trio at Prime Brewing. This episode is sponsored by Anderson-based LM Products and Moonshot Games n Noblesville. For a complete local music calendar and to subscribe to the weekly newsletter, visit hamcolive.com.

On this week's episode of the HamCo Live Hot Ticket Podcast host Josh Cecil is joined by Tyler Mechem, Producer Chris, and Zac Hill of Hill and Oaks to discuss Live Music in Hamilton County and the great music scene in Historic Downtown Noblesville. They come up with the top 5 Sing-Along songs that folks like to hear the band play in the bars. This week's music trivia was a boozey doozy from the 70's yacht rock catalog.

Join host Josh Cecil and Co-host Tyler Mechem as they discuss the top 5 road trip songs and share their spring break trips. Other topics include Bruce Springsteen, Steer Skin, and NuLu in Louisville Kentucky. We'll look at the hamcolive.com calendar to see all the music happenning in Hamilton County Indiana. 

Join hosts Josh Cecil and Tyler Meechum for Season 1, Episode 6 of the Hamco Live: The Hot Ticket Podcast. This week, we sit down with a true Hamilton County staple: Joe Rudy, owner of Rudy's Recycle Shop and banjo player for the Moontown Pickle Stompers. We dive deep into the ultimate musical debate—the Top 5 Cover Songs Better Than the Original. From the haunting grit of Johnny Cash's "Hurt" to the soulful transformation of Chris Stapleton's "Tennessee Whiskey," we whittle down the greatest reinterpretations in music history. In this episode, we explore: Life in Hamilton County: Joe's journey from North Central choir to backpacking across England and playing music with his son, Max. Banned Music Videos: A trivia challenge featuring Audioslave and a high-speed homage to the film Vanishing Point. The "Kokomo Hum" & Roadside Mysteries: Strange tales from the road, including massive rock cairns and the mysterious low-frequency hum of North-Central Indiana. Experimental Art: Producer Chris recounts a bizarre 90-minute interpretive dance involving white paint and glowing orbs at a Knoxville music festival. Local Spotlight: Previews for the Hi-Fi takeover in Indianapolis and what we're spinning this week, from Zack Top to Robin Wraps. Support Local Music: Help us reach 1,000 subscribers on YouTube for the highly anticipated Producer Chris face reveal! Stay Connected: Visit hamcolive.com for the ultimate Hamilton County music calendar and sign up for our weekly newsletter. Sponsors: Moonshot Games: Puzzles, board games, and community in downtown Noblesville. LM Products: Handcrafted leather goods made in Anderson, Indiana. Use code HAMCO for 25% off. Rudy's Recycle Shop: Expert bicycle repair and community vibes in Cicero, IN.

Join host Josh Cecil, co-host Tyler Mechem and Producer Chris for the Hamco Live Hot Ticket podcast, your guide to the Hamilton County live music scene. In this episode, special guest Travis Moore of Round Table Recording Company shares stories from his 25-year music production career, including recording sessions with major artists like Jack Harlow, Snoop Dogg, Jelly Roll and DMX.   Moore also previews the upcoming Miller Cardfest sports card show at Precision Fieldhouse. The hosts join in the hobby with an on-air pack battle featuring vintage baseball and basketball cards. During the weekly top five segment, the group debates the ultimate athlete walkout songs, finalizing a list that features tracks by Rage Against the Machine, Metallica, Alice in Chains, Eminem and the classic hit "Mama Said Knock You Out."   Listen in for a humorous story about Tyler's $15 raptor skull discovery at a rural Kentucky flea market. Listeners can also test their music knowledge with a late 1990s trivia question, brought to you by Rudy's Recycle Shop in Cicero.   Planning your weekend? The podcast highlights upcoming local concerts, including Tyler Mechem at Songbird Social House, Jai Baker at Sids, Enigma Fig at The Local and the Flannel Tones at Four Finger Distillery.   This episode is sponsored by Anderson-based LM Products. For a complete local music calendar and to subscribe to the weekly newsletter, visit hamcolive.com.

Noblesville Main Street Executive Director Joshua Mason joins HamCo Live Hot Ticket hosts Josh Cecil and Tyler Mechem to talk about the growing music scene in Hamilton County Indiana especially the music scene in Noblesville, Indiana. They also try to establish a top 5 list of songs that defined the late 90's in terms of cultural influence. DMX, Garth Brooks, Sublime, the Backstreet Boys and Celine Dion all receive some mentions.   For more information on the music scene in Hamilton county visit www.hamcolive.com.

Explore the local music scene and 90s nostalgia with hosts Josh Cecil and Tyler Meechum as they welcome singer-songwriter Kelli Ray Yates to the studio. The conversation ranges from high-energy weekend stories—including a stressful first-time massage and a "kitty cat" technique at a local spa—to the chaotic fun of Topgolf's Sonic the Hedgehog game Music fans can enjoy a deep dive into the Hamco Live Top Five: One-Hit Wonders of the 90s, where the crew debates the careers of artists like Chumbawamba, Natalie Imbruglia, Rusted Root, and the Butthole Surfers.  Kelli also shares her favorite Noblesville local spots, explaining the caffeine-heavy "Kelly Style" chai at Noble Coffee and the espresso martini tournament at Chapter Book Lounge. A standout moment features an intimate live acoustic performance of "Anyone" by Kelli Ray Yates. She also reveals the history of her prized Hummingbird guitar, acquired from Center Stage Vintage Guitars.

Welcome to the inaugural episode of the HamCo Live Hot Ticket podcast, a show dedicated to promoting the Hamilton County live music scene, local bands and bar venues. The hosts discuss recent local events, including the Horn of Fire storytelling and music showcase in Noblesville and a sold-out Conan Gray concert at the Fishers Event Center. This sparks a conversation about how independent musicians can build a fanbase today through social media and streaming without a traditional record label. Listeners will get a preview of upcoming live shows across the county. Highlights include co-host Tyler Meechum playing at Songbird Social House and the new Live at the Lodge ticketed event at the Noblesville Moose Lodge featuring Melingo and Moontown Pickle Stompers. The hosts also mention upcoming performances by Hillen Oaks at Ale Emporium, Jay Baker at Joe's Grill in Westfield and Andy Shamberg at Urban Apples. In a new segment called the Hamco Live Top Five, the hosts share their most meaningful personal music albums, featuring artists like The Wallflowers, Stevie Wonder, Jason Isbell and Tom Petty. The episode concludes with a music trivia question sponsored by Rudy's Recycle Shop in Cicero. Find the full local music calendar and subscribe to the weekly newsletter at hamcolive.com. This episode is also sponsored by LM Products and Noblesville-based Moonshot Games.

Join host Josh Cecil, co-host Tyler Mechem, special guest Brandon Hopkins and Producer Chris inside Moonshot Studios for the Hamco Live Hot Ticket podcast, your guide to the Hamilton County Indiana live music scene.   In this episode, the crew dives deep into their top five personal concert experiences. Hear unforgettable live music memories featuring Bruce Springsteen, Coldplay, the Eagles at the Sphere, Mumford and Sons and hometown arena shows with Steven Wilson Jr. The group also recaps the successful Live at the Lodge ticketed event at the Noblesville Moose Lodge featuring Molingo and the Moontown Pickle Stompers.   The hosts share plenty of laughs as they debate their top five albums, reveal Kenny G's surprising connection to the Starbucks Frappuccino and recount a humorous local encounter with Led Zeppelin frontman Robert Plant at a Carmel restaurant. Listeners can also test their music knowledge with a trivia question about Led Zeppelin and the film "School of Rock," brought to you by Rudy's Recycle Shop in Cicero.   Planning your weekend? The podcast highlights upcoming local concerts, including Kelly Ray Yates and John Gilmore at Sids, Aiden Brown and Papa Meech at Songbird, Frank Wine at Forefinger Distillery and Darnell Perkins at ThreeUp Rooftop Lounge.   This episode is sponsored by Anderson-based LM Products. For a complete local music calendar and to subscribe to the weekly newsletter, visit hamcolive.com.