Hot Rod Circuit with special guests Eveything, Now! and River Thief at Turntable in Indianapolis on Friday, March 13!

Hot Rod Circuit

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Hot Rod Circuit is an American alternative rock band that originated from Auburn, Alabama, in the late 1990s. Founded in 1997, the band swiftly gained recognition for their dynamic sound, fusing elements of emo, punk, and indie rock. Comprising members Andy Jackson (vocals, guitar), Casey Prestwood (guitar), Jay Russell (bass), and Mike Poorman (drums), Hot Rod Circuit embarked on a musical journey that resonated with fans seeking a balance between raw emotion and infectious melodies.

The band's breakthrough came with their debut album, If I Knew Now What I Knew Then, released in 1999. The album showcased Hot Rod Circuit's ability to craft catchy hooks and poignant lyrics, earning them a devoted following within the burgeoning emo and punk scenes. Their sophomore effort, If It's Cool with You, It's Cool with Me (2000), further solidified their status, featuring emotionally charged tracks that explored themes of heartbreak and self-discovery.

Hot Rod Circuit's energetic live performances and relatable songwriting endeared them to audiences across the United States. Their music, characterized by Jackson's emotive vocals and the band's tight instrumentation, captured the spirit of the early 2000s emo movement.

The band's third album, Sorry About Tomorrow (2002), marked another significant chapter in their career, showcasing their growth and evolving sound. Reality's Coming Through (2004) continued this trajectory, displaying a more mature and experimental side of Hot Rod Circuit. The album featured a blend of introspective lyrics and dynamic musical arrangements, further solidifying their reputation as a band capable of pushing boundaries within the alternative rock genre.

Over the years, Hot Rod Circuit continued to experiment with different musical elements while maintaining their signature sincerity. The Underground Is a Dying Breed (2007) served as another testament to their evolving sound.

Hot Rod Circuit disbanded in 2007, but re-formed in 2011 and has since continued to tour, delighting both longtime fans and newcomers alike. Their live performances serve as a testament to their enduring appeal and the lasting impact they've had on the alternative music scene. Hot Rod Circuit's legacy endures as a symbol of authenticity and emotional resonance in the ever-evolving landscape of alternative rock.

Everything, Now!

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To say that Everything, Now! has been playing their exuberant blend of power pop and psych-leaning indie rock for more than two decades is to voice an inherent contradiction, rooted in fact but a bit misleading on the surface.

True, the project was founded by Jon Rogers (vocals/guitar) after he moved to Indiana from Athens, GA, in late 2002, finding a fittingly offbeat home in Muncie, IN’s wild and woolly underground music scene, before relocating to Indianapolis in 2007. And yes, in their formative years, the constantly-shifting E,N! lineups released six rambunctious rock albums; they embarked on cross-country tours by themselves and alongside Indianapolis luminaries Margot and the Nuclear So & So’s and Athens psych-poppers Casper and the Cookies; and they opened gigs for indie legends like Dr. Dog, Man Man, of Montreal, and Circulatory System, to name a few.

But then, around 2014, Everything, Now! went on an indefinite hiatus to pursue experimental side-projects, solo albums, and various career/family goals. When the 2020 pandemic mercilessly mangled the world into new definitions of normal, the aging members of Everything, Now!, feeling the relentless grind of time and loss, decided to revive the project for live shows in 2022, and quickly found themselves developing a batch of new songs that Rogers had penned in short bursts during the band’s years off.

These new songs would become the band’s seventh official album (not counting a few EPs and hordes of demos), HIDEOUT MOUNTAIN, for which the newly-solidified quintet of Rogers, Drew DeBoy (keys), Allen Bannister (guitar), John Muylle (bass/vocals), and Bryan Unruh (drums), assembled at Indianapolis studio Postal Recording in January 2023, joined by their longtime friend and collaborator Tyler Watkins (Margot and the Nuclear So & So’s) co-producing and mixing. The album was recorded in several sessions throughout the year, with an emphasis on fun and camaraderie among old friends, despite a handful of personal setbacks and losses that occurred during the months-long recording process.

River Thief

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River Thief has a poetic way of depicting beauty and tension within the same hopeful breath. Embodying the spirit of Midwest angst, the Indianapolis band composes thoughtful indie-rock that ignites the soul.

HOT ROD CIRCUIT

FRIDAY, MARCH 13, 2026

18+

TURNTABLE

INDIANAPOLIS, IN

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THIS SHOW IS GENERAL ADMISSION AND SEATING IS NOT PROVIDED. YOU MUST BE 18+ TO ENTER THE VENUE WITH A VALID FORM OF IDENTIFICATION. ALL TICKETS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE. TWO FORMS OF IDENTIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED FOR ENTRY.