Music Mill now open for 18+

Earlier this month, Indianapolis' Music Mill opened its gates to the 18+ crowd. With most venues in Bloomington holding true to the 21 cutoff, the Music Mill could be an alternative for younger concert lovers. \n"Every other state in the country can do this, and Indiana is one of the few that hasn't," said Nick Davidson, Music Mill managing partner. "This is something that Indianapolis needs."\nThe venue puts on a variety of music that includes jazz, rock and bluegrass styles.\nThree years after it opened, the Music Mill has picked up the responsibility of getting music to college students of all ages. It also has picked up the mediator role for getting the music of lesser-known musicians, such as bluegrass artists, to people. \n"This change also positions Music Mill as a more attractive option for touring artists seeking to reach college-age concertgoers and the 18-to-21 age demographic," said Davidson. \nHowever, the Music Mill will still serve alcohol to people 21 and older. To prevent underage drinking, Music Mill will use the stamp system, where concertgoers will receive a stamp upon entrance after presenting an ID proving they are at least 21. \n "This change allows concertgoers ages 18 and up the ability to enjoy all of the shows that we present and experience our state-of-the-art facility, despite not being 21 years old," said Davidson.\nThe Music Mill is also a restaurant, in addition to being a bar and concert venue. \nAlthough Indianapolis is about an hour drive from Bloomington, if you are under 21 and seeking live music blaring from towering speakers, Indianapolis might seem a lot closer.