Ripe – Bright Blues Future Tour
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ARTIST PROFILE | Ripe
Ripe’s new album Bright Blues has an anthemic feel. It is a collection of 12 songs full of sleek grooves and bold melodies that the Alternative-Pop quartet put together to help ride out tough times.
The members of Ripe have never felt more assured about the band or their music. Collectively and personally, Ripe has weathered a mountain of adversity over the past few years, and from those struggles has arisen their best art yet. Bright Blues, Ripe’s sophomore album, is enjoying big excitement at radio, with the new single “Settling” hitting top 15 at AAA and top 25 at ALT with over 16K+ radio spins garnering 15+million impressions and being featured as Alt Nation’s critical cut artist.
“The wildest thing for me is that the record simultaneously sounds like it has the scars of everything we’ve been through and also that it doesn’t — it’s joyful music, which is very exciting given that it was made in the middle of getting hit in the stomach,” says singer Robbie Wulfsohn, who came together with guitarist Jon Becker, drummer Sampson Hellerman, and trombonist Calvin Barthel while they were all studying at Berklee College of Music.
Ripe is taking Bright Blues on the road, with a nationwide headline tour that begins shortly after the album’s March 10th, 2023 release date. The tour will hit prestigious venues such as MGM Music Hall at Fenway in Boston, Terminal 5 in New York City and The Fillmore in San Francisco.
Even before the pandemic, Ripe was on the cusp of something new. The band began drawing acclaim from the likes of the Boston Globe, Huffington Post and WXPN with a dance-ready vibe on EPs Produce The Juice and Hey Hello. Ripe built on that sound and folded in a touch of R&B on their first full-length, Joy in the Wild Unknown. Their streams on Spotify surged past 65 million, they conquered stages at festivals including Bonnaroo, Firefly, SweetWater and Bottlerock, and they sold thousands of tickets across the US, including sell outs at iconic venues like House of Blues Boston and Brooklyn Steel. Ripe was still ready to try a different approach for Bright Blues. The album would already be different in that it would be their first release after signing to indie powerhouse Glassnote Records. They started the creative process by calling in outside producer Paul Butler (St. Paul & the Broken Bones, Michael Kiwanuka) and for the first time, bringing in co-writers, recording four songs that Ripe released as singles throughout 2020.
“We thought, how can we do something new?” Hellerman says. “Something that still has our sound and vibe at its core, how can we expand our boundaries and reach more audiences while still staying true to what makes Ripe Ripe?” The answer was teaming up with Noah Conrad (BTS, Niall Horan) and Ryan Linvill (Olivia Rodrigo, Dermot Kennedy), classmates from Berklee who are up-and-comers in the world of pop songwriting and production. Together, the band and its collaborators dialed in a buoyant sound on the hooky album opener “Get Over,” where synths help flesh out a throwback pop sound. Ripe works a hot soul vein on “All or Nothing,” where horns punctuate a snappy rhythm that powers smooth, fully self-assured vocals. Woozy synths on “Paper Cups” help create a dream-like vibe accentuated with a subtle, hypnotic melody.
Bringing new people into the fold, even though they’re old friends, was an exercise in trust that proved well worth it. “We used to just all get in a room and kind of hash it out,” Becker says. With Bright Blues, “It was only one or two of us at a time with Noah and Ryan, so our individual voices got to shine more.”
The new approach also helped Ripe think of the band’s high-energy, freewheeling stage show separately from the recording studio, which they used more as an instrument in the making of Bright Blues. Wulfsohn chimes in, “There are moments of improvisation on the record that feel like somebody was just going for it and hitting something really exciting. I’m biased, but I think you hear every distinct voice across the record, and I think the circumstances of the record absolutely leaked into the musical choices.”
The result is an album that shows the full scope of the band’s abilities as writers and performers. The live show has always been at the core of who Ripe is, and now the recorded music can stand alongside it as an all-encompassing representation of who the band is and where they are going.
Bright Blues also showed the members of Ripe that they can still surprise each other. “Each of us had moments while making this album that really resonated with us, if not broke us open emotionally,” Barthel says. “Having that experience coming from people who you know better than anybody else and trust so much is pretty mind blowing. It definitely left us all with a new level of inspiration and drive and belief in what we could all do.”
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About Nickel Plate Amphitheater | Fishers, IN
The Nickel Plate District Amphitheater is one of the midwest’s premier outdoor music and event venues. Concerts and events at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater (also knows as the NPD AMP) and offer something for everyone – from Fishers and Greater Indianapolis to the Midwest region – including global and national acts, family and community favorites, festivals, and so much more. The outdoor venue is open year-round and is capable of holding a variety of performances, from a simple acoustic set to a 6,000-person concert. During the Summer months, Nickel Plate District Amp is home to the popular Fishers Farmer’s Market every Saturday.
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What are the age restrictions at this venue?
Nickel Plate Amphitheater is typically an all-ages venue. However, some shows may not be appropriate for children. To find out more about program content, please email: parks@fishers.in.us
For all-ages events, children 2 years old or under will be admitted at no charge with a paid adult ticket to the General Admission Lawn area. If your event features reserved or pit area and lawn seating, you must purchase a reserved ticket for them to accompany you in the reserved seating or Pit area. Children must be supervised at all times.
What items are permitted or prohibited at this venue?
Permitted Items & Activities
Permitted and restricted items may vary by show. Below is a general list of permitted and non-permitted items and activities. Ticket buyers will receive information prior to the show with any updates.
- Lawn Chairs (1 per person) and ONLY in designated lawn area – More info on lawn chairs HERE
- Blankets / Towels and ONLY in designated lawn area. Must be under 60″ x 30″ – No extra large beach towels
- Small purse and personal bags will be allowed (no larger than 12″x 12″ / No Backpacks or Camelbacks) – ALL bags are subject to inspection
- Small, handheld umbrellas
- Empty, reusable water bottles (refill station near bathrooms)
- Strollers
- Binoculars
- Poster tubes
- Documented service animals
Non-Permitted Items & Activities
- No pass-outs or re-entry
- No outside food or beverages, unless it’s for an infant
- No coolers
- No backpacks, duffle bags, CamelBaks or other bags larger than 12″ x 12″
- No glass of any kind
- No firearms or weapons of any kind which includes pocket knives, pepper spray, mace, multi-tools etc.
- No illegal substances, drugs, smoking or vaping (in compliance with governing ordinances)
- No audio or video recording devices (personal or professional) which also includes selfie sticks, tripods and monopods
- No pets or non-documented service animals
- No air horns or noisemakers of any type
- No fireworks or flares
- No flash photography, professional cameras or removable lenses (without an approved media credential)
- No laser pens or laser products of any type
- No skateboards, scooters, hoverboards, rollerblades, bikes (bike parking is located throughout Nickel Plate District)
- No large, oversized signs or signs on sticks (must be 11×17 or smaller)
- No fighting, public drunkenness or threatening behavior
- No throwing objects
- No soliciting, commercial activities (including vending) or distribution of promotional materials without a permit or written consent from event/venue management
Can I bring a bag into the show?
Small purse and personal bags will be allowed (no larger than 12″x 12″ / No Backpacks or Camelbacks) – ALL bags are subject to inspection
What’s the parking situation like?
- Public parking is available at several garage locations around the venue. Refer to our parking page for maps and the latest updates.
- No alcoholic beverages should be consumed in the parking lots are garages
- Pick up your trash, please
- Do your part to leave the grounds as in the same condition as when you arrived – we appreciate you and your support!
What is the camera/photo policy for this venue?
No flash photography, professional cameras or removable lenses (without an approved media credential). Contact Nickel Plate District Amphitheater if you are interested in securing media credentials for the show.
Is there food and drink at this venue?
Guests can enjoy a sampling of local food trucks, all ages beverage station and full bar options (21+ with valid ID). Official event vendors accept cash and credit.
To purchase alcohol, you must visit an ID check/information tent to show proof of age and receive a wristband. If you do not get a wristband before attempting to purchase, the vendor will send you back to and ID check tent, and you will lose your place in line.
Empty, reusable water bottles are permitted, as there is a water bottle filling station located inside the Pavilion building at the south end of the venue.
NO OUTSIDE ALCOHOL IS PERMITTED AT ANY TIME DUE TO INDIANA EXCISE LAW (Indiana Code 7.1-5-8-4).
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Most concerts at NPD Amp are general admission. Some shows may offer additional reserved seating options or upgrades. Be sure to check the event listing for your show before you arrive.
For some shows, General Admission Pit OR Reserved Section may be available. If your event has this option, and you purchased this ticket type, this area is located in the main area in front of the stage. When arriving, enter the main entrance and then proceed to the pit area, a member of the security team will issue you a pit wristband if your ticket grants access to this area. Once inside the pit area, it is a general admission area on a first come first served basis. There are no seats in this area and chairs/towls are not permitted. Standing room only.
Can I leave and re-enter the venue?
Once your ticket has been scanned, and you have entered the event grounds, re-entry will NOT be permitted. Have a question? Contact parks@fishers.in.us
Do you offer ADA, handicap or special needs options?
The Nickel Plate District Amphitheater is accessible for all abilities.
- Parking: Accessible parking is located in the surface parking lot at 3 Municipal Drive, directly adjacent to the venue at the southeast edge. Overflow parking is located in the Fishers Police Department garage at 4 Municipal Dr.. Visit our parking page to see the map of options.
- Restrooms: Portable accessible restrooms will be available on both the East and West sides of the lawn
- Seating: Accessible picnic table seating is available at the back of the front lawn on a first-come, first served basis.
- Sensory Bags + Assisted Listening Devices: Sensory resource bags and assisted-listening devices are available for checkout at the ID check tent.
Where is the box office located?
The box office is located next to the Splash Park building near the back of the venue (just to the left of the main event entrance) and is accessible from either side of Municipal Drive. The box office opens 1 hour before the scheduled door time for ticket sales, questions and support.
I lost something at the show. Who do I contact?
The NPD AMP is not be responsible for any personal belongings or items of any type. However, any item turned into staff or security will be placed at lost and found at the Fishers Police Department headquarters at 4 Municipal Drive (just east of the venue).
What is your refund policy?
Refund policies may vary from show to show. For MOKB Presents shows, refer to MOKB’s refund policy for cancelled and postponed shows. For information on Nickel Plate District Amphitheater’s refund policy, please contact parks@fishers.in.us
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Beware of counterfeit tickets. How do I tell if my ticket is valid?
The only tickets accepted for this event are authorized tickets from Tixr. We cannot guarantee tickets bought from third party sites and brokers including Vivid Seats, Facebook Marketplace, Stub Hub, etc.
Buyers beware! There are many folks out there selling fake tickets and we do not want you to be taken advantage of. Unauthorized or invalid tickets will NOT be admitted to the event.
Can I purchase tickets in person without fees?
Tickets for MOKB Presents concerts can be purchased in person at our Fountain Square Box Office inside Virginia Ave Mercantile. Hours of operation are Fridays from 10am to 6pm and Saturdays from 9am to 5pm.
Ripe – Bright Blues Future Tour
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ARTIST PROFILE | Ripe
Ripe’s new album Bright Blues has an anthemic feel. It is a collection of 12 songs full of sleek grooves and bold melodies that the Alternative-Pop quartet put together to help ride out tough times.
The members of Ripe have never felt more assured about the band or their music. Collectively and personally, Ripe has weathered a mountain of adversity over the past few years, and from those struggles has arisen their best art yet. Bright Blues, Ripe’s sophomore album, is enjoying big excitement at radio, with the new single “Settling” hitting top 15 at AAA and top 25 at ALT with over 16K+ radio spins garnering 15+million impressions and being featured as Alt Nation’s critical cut artist.
“The wildest thing for me is that the record simultaneously sounds like it has the scars of everything we’ve been through and also that it doesn’t — it’s joyful music, which is very exciting given that it was made in the middle of getting hit in the stomach,” says singer Robbie Wulfsohn, who came together with guitarist Jon Becker, drummer Sampson Hellerman, and trombonist Calvin Barthel while they were all studying at Berklee College of Music.
Ripe is taking Bright Blues on the road, with a nationwide headline tour that begins shortly after the album’s March 10th, 2023 release date. The tour will hit prestigious venues such as MGM Music Hall at Fenway in Boston, Terminal 5 in New York City and The Fillmore in San Francisco.
Even before the pandemic, Ripe was on the cusp of something new. The band began drawing acclaim from the likes of the Boston Globe, Huffington Post and WXPN with a dance-ready vibe on EPs Produce The Juice and Hey Hello. Ripe built on that sound and folded in a touch of R&B on their first full-length, Joy in the Wild Unknown. Their streams on Spotify surged past 65 million, they conquered stages at festivals including Bonnaroo, Firefly, SweetWater and Bottlerock, and they sold thousands of tickets across the US, including sell outs at iconic venues like House of Blues Boston and Brooklyn Steel. Ripe was still ready to try a different approach for Bright Blues. The album would already be different in that it would be their first release after signing to indie powerhouse Glassnote Records. They started the creative process by calling in outside producer Paul Butler (St. Paul & the Broken Bones, Michael Kiwanuka) and for the first time, bringing in co-writers, recording four songs that Ripe released as singles throughout 2020.
“We thought, how can we do something new?” Hellerman says. “Something that still has our sound and vibe at its core, how can we expand our boundaries and reach more audiences while still staying true to what makes Ripe Ripe?” The answer was teaming up with Noah Conrad (BTS, Niall Horan) and Ryan Linvill (Olivia Rodrigo, Dermot Kennedy), classmates from Berklee who are up-and-comers in the world of pop songwriting and production. Together, the band and its collaborators dialed in a buoyant sound on the hooky album opener “Get Over,” where synths help flesh out a throwback pop sound. Ripe works a hot soul vein on “All or Nothing,” where horns punctuate a snappy rhythm that powers smooth, fully self-assured vocals. Woozy synths on “Paper Cups” help create a dream-like vibe accentuated with a subtle, hypnotic melody.
Bringing new people into the fold, even though they’re old friends, was an exercise in trust that proved well worth it. “We used to just all get in a room and kind of hash it out,” Becker says. With Bright Blues, “It was only one or two of us at a time with Noah and Ryan, so our individual voices got to shine more.”
The new approach also helped Ripe think of the band’s high-energy, freewheeling stage show separately from the recording studio, which they used more as an instrument in the making of Bright Blues. Wulfsohn chimes in, “There are moments of improvisation on the record that feel like somebody was just going for it and hitting something really exciting. I’m biased, but I think you hear every distinct voice across the record, and I think the circumstances of the record absolutely leaked into the musical choices.”
The result is an album that shows the full scope of the band’s abilities as writers and performers. The live show has always been at the core of who Ripe is, and now the recorded music can stand alongside it as an all-encompassing representation of who the band is and where they are going.
Bright Blues also showed the members of Ripe that they can still surprise each other. “Each of us had moments while making this album that really resonated with us, if not broke us open emotionally,” Barthel says. “Having that experience coming from people who you know better than anybody else and trust so much is pretty mind blowing. It definitely left us all with a new level of inspiration and drive and belief in what we could all do.”
READ MORE >>Supporting Acts
About the Venue
Ticket Support: Box Office opens 1 hour before published door time. For ticket related questions please email boxoffice@mokbpresents.com.
Parking: Surface and garage parking are available throughout the Nickel Plate District. View the parking map to locate your best options close to the venue.
Reminder: Depending on the size, scope or expected attendance of the event, access to specific parking lots and garages may vary.
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