Musical Family Tree and Postal Recording Announce Inaugural Studio Grant Recipients

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Musical Family Tree and Postal Recording Announce Inaugural Studio Grant Recipients

INDIANAPOLIS, IN Monday, October 27, 2025 – Musical Family Tree (MFT), in partnership with Postal Recording, is proud to announce the recipients of the first-ever MFT Studio Grant. Five Indiana-based artists have been selected to receive professional recording services for 1 song recorded over the course of 1 day at Postal Recording’s state-of-the-art studio.

The inaugural grant recipients are:

  • 317 Proyecto

  • Bolt Horse

  • Claire Pendleton

  • MZMR

  • Phoebe Ritchie

This new grant program was created by MFT, a non-profit dedicated to preserving and celebrating Indiana's musical heritage, to provide tangible support to local musicians. The initiative directly addresses the significant financial hurdles artists face in producing professional-quality recordings.

"We were blown away by the talent and creativity shown in the applications. Selecting just five was incredibly difficult, but we are thrilled to support these artists," said Bryan Robison, Treasurer of Musical Family Tree. "This grant is about empowering musicians to bring their creative visions to life and helping them share their music with a wider audience. We can't wait to hear what they create at Postal Recording."

The partnership with Postal Recording provides the artists with access to a premier studio environment and professional engineering, helping to elevate the quality and reach of Indiana-based music.

This grant program represents a significant step in MFT's ongoing commitment to fostering the growth and sustainability of the Indiana music scene.

About Musical Family Tree

Musical Family Tree is a non-profit organization dedicated to documenting, preserving, and celebrating the interconnected musical history of Indiana. Through its extensive online archive, educational programs, and community initiatives, MFT strives to connect musicians, fans, and researchers, fostering a deeper appreciation for the region's rich musical legacy. Learn more at musicalfamilytree.org.

About Postal Recording

Postal Recording is a premier recording studio in Indianapolis, IN, offering professional recording, mixing, and mastering services to a diverse range of artists. More information can be found at postalrecording.com.

Media Contact:
Kati Taylor
Musical Family Tree
kati@musicalfamilytree.org

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