HamCo Live Hot Ticket

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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. Connecting Music fans with Live Local Music!

Episodes

  1. Live Nation's Andrew Newport & the top 5 best concerts at Ruoff Mortgage (Deer Creek) Music Center!

    2D AGO

    Live Nation's Andrew Newport & the top 5 best concerts at Ruoff Mortgage (Deer Creek) Music Center!

    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.

    1h 30m
  2. Top five summer jams, yacht rock trivia and Hamilton County live music!

    MAY 7

    Top five summer jams, yacht rock trivia and Hamilton County live music!

    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.

    58 min
  3. Top 5 Sing-Along Songs, Pina Coladas, and Zac Hill of Hill & Oaks!

    APR 23

    Top 5 Sing-Along Songs, Pina Coladas, and Zac Hill of Hill & Oaks!

    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.

    1h 6m
  4. Top 5 Road Trip Songs, Spring Break Trips, and Where is Producer Chris?!

    APR 16

    Top 5 Road Trip Songs, Spring Break Trips, and Where is Producer Chris?!

    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.

    54 min
  5. Bicycles, Bluegrass, and the Best Cover Songs of All Time with Joe Rudy

    APR 2

    Bicycles, Bluegrass, and the Best Cover Songs of All Time with Joe Rudy

    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.

    1h 34m
  6. Music producer Travis Moore, top walkout songs and Hamilton County live music

    MAR 26

    Music producer Travis Moore, top walkout songs and Hamilton County live music

    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.

    1h 20m
  7. Songs that defined the 90's with Josh Mason from Noblesville Main Street

    MAR 19

    Songs that defined the 90's with Josh Mason from Noblesville Main Street

    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.

    1h 16m
  8. 90s One-Hit Wonders, Massage Mishaps, and Kelli Ray Yates Live | Hamco Live Hot Ticket Ep. 3

    MAR 12

    90s One-Hit Wonders, Massage Mishaps, and Kelli Ray Yates Live | Hamco Live Hot Ticket Ep. 3

    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.

    1h 23m
  9. HamCo Live: Top 5 Personal Albums & Great Music in Hamilton County

    MAR 12

    HamCo Live: Top 5 Personal Albums & Great Music in Hamilton County

    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.

    55 min

  10. MAR 5

    HamCo Live Hot Ticket podcast: Top five concert experiences, Led Zeppelin trivia and Hamilton County live music

    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.

    1h 7m
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