Like Music? They Have Your Vinyl . . .

Music crosses society, as bridges, so that we can get to know one another. Some bridges you may not care to cross, like me when it comes to country and opera. Yet, the bridge is still there should I want to cross.

For some, music is very important to them, in their bones. Those people form bands, decide to be a singer, a teacher, song writer, journalist, conductor, maker of instruments, a broadcaster. Then there are those who want to support, promote, to keep in the forefront, reaching out to new artists and becoming friends with both old and new. 

One person of character forwarding our music interests is Tom Lounges, host of Midwest Beat NPR Lakeshore Public Radio 89.1 FM, owner of Tom Lounges Entertainment, LLC, and of his recent project Tom Lounges' Record Bin in Hobart, and a new store opening in Michigan City, Indiana.

This weekend is the Grand Opening of the latest Tom Lounges' Record Bin, in Michigan City. It has vinyl, a stage, vinyl, a floor you can dance on, vinyl, hippie clothing, vinyl, t-shirts and gifts, and believe it or not I think it has vinyl.

Tom's motivation from my point of view is to keep music alive, not just for himself, for all of us. He is full in. When you are full in, you also need diversions. His diversion is supporting animal shelters by producing and hosting fund raisers. He has met many music celebrities over the years, and has their autographs on posters, album covers, you name it. He will donate his collection once and a while to help raise money at these fundraisers. Giving back to what is important to him, what celebrities gave him.

Here are some photographs I took at the grand opening location in Michigan City, and some surrounding photographs outside. While I was there I was able to watch Lauren Dukes on stage, backed with a band with a couple people I know. Bought a Chase album as well.

Please note, the Record Bin requires that you wear a mask, and Gloves while touching an products and face coverings. They will provide latex free, powder free gloves to those who want to brows the products.

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Hobart, IN 46342

Michigan City Location

1601 Franklin St.

Michigan City, IN 46360

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The Unstoppables / Nomad Planets at the Hobart Art Theatre

First off, I believe I found our coolest music venue in NW Indiana, here at the Hobart Art Theatre in Hobart. What a cool place. The sound this evening was the best I have heard at a music venue. Good seating everywhere. A big thanks to Tom Lounges for supporting this venue, and of course our local music scene. Since the destruction of Holiday Star Theatre that was in Merrillville, this is a Christmas wish come true.

On November 15th, catch BritBreat at the Hobart Art Theatre!

In addition to tonight's event was donations for the NWI food bank. You can never deliver enough to the food bank. This evening was just a small donation to what needs to happen for the people in our region.

The Unstoppables and Nomad Planets played music for us to help the Food Bank. Both bands are power houses of local original music in NW Indiana. They have accomplished a lot and take very little. So this is why I give them, and other bands, free photography. It makes me feel good as a human to donate.

I shot some video with my camera of both bands. All hand held. I think I need to start carrying my tripod and external mic in the car for occasions like this. I also still dislike the red lighting when photographing. It kills the image. I tried to rework a couple of the photographs for a better image for you. I hope you like them.

Before we get to the bands, here are some photographs inside of the Hobart Art Theatre.

Nomad Planets

Opening was Nomad Planets. The video is of their first song, which is one I believe stretched their envelope and was cool.

This next photograph was done "in camera" using reflections. No post editing.

The Unstoppables

These guys definitely have their own vibe going on. Mellow, rich with sound, and a connection with the audience that makes them want to get up and dance.

I sneaked in the next photo from Tom's phone while he was "live".

 

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Hobart, IN 46342

219.942.1670

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