Echoes of Indiana Avenue Narrated by musician Herman "Butch" Slaughter and produced by Cultural Manifesto host Kyle Long, Echoes of Indiana Avenue is a weekly audio documentary from WFYI. Each episode focuses on the cultural achievements of Black artists and musicians from central Indiana.Also known as "Funky Broadway," "The Yellow Brick Road" and "The Grand Ol' Street," Indiana Avenue was the commercial and cultural hub for Black residents during the segregation era in Indianapolis. Decades of development and policy have erased many of the cultural landmarks of this area, but the impact of this vibrant community can still be felt today.
Echoes of Indiana Avenue

Echoes of Indiana Avenue

From WFYI Public Radio

Narrated by musician Herman "Butch" Slaughter and produced by Cultural Manifesto host Kyle Long, Echoes of Indiana Avenue is a weekly audio documentary from WFYI. Each episode focuses on the cultural achievements of Black artists and musicians from central Indiana.Also known as "Funky Broadway," "The Yellow Brick Road" and "The Grand Ol' Street," Indiana Avenue was the commercial and cultural hub for Black residents during the segregation era in Indianapolis. Decades of development and policy have erased many of the cultural landmarks of this area, but the impact of this vibrant community can still be felt today.

Most Recent Episodes

Claudia Polley – Episode 2

Claudia Polley – Episode 2

The second episode of our two-part series about vocalist, broadcaster, and preservationist of historic Black spaces in Indiana, Claudia Polley.

Claudia Polley – Episode 1

Claudia Polley – Episode 1

Vocalist, broadcaster, and preservationist of historic Black spaces in Indiana, Claudia Polley

Little Miss Cornshucks

Little Miss Cornshucks

Celebrating the 100th anniversary of the birth of Little Miss Cornshucks, a pioneer of rhythm and blues music.

Paul Thomas

Paul Thomas

Paul Thomas, a soul artist best known for his work with Circle City Band

Bobby Banner

Bobby Banner

Legendary Indianapolis vocalist, dancer, and costume designer Bobby Banner

Debbie Nelson – Episode 2

Debbie Nelson – Episode 2

Final episode in our two-part series with Debbie Nelson, a legendary Naptown blues and soul vocalist

Debbie Nelson – Episode 1

Debbie Nelson – Episode 1

First episode in our two-part series with Debbie Nelson, a legendary Naptown blues and soul vocalist

Honoring Wayne Shorter

Honoring Wayne Shorter

A tribute to legendary jazz saxophonist Wayne Shorter

Indiana Avenue Remembers Wes Montgomery

Indiana Avenue Remembers Wes Montgomery

Memories of Wes Montgomery from musicians who lived, or worked on the Avenue

Wes Montgomery Centennial Pt. 3

Wes Montgomery Centennial Pt. 3

Third episode in our three-part series celebrating the 100th anniversary of the birth of Wes Montgomery