Medium Build

Medium Build at The Deluxe at Old National Centre

Nick Carpenter writes the kind of confessions that sound almost too personal to sing in front of strangers. On November 17 at 8:00 PM, Medium Build Presents The King of Having Fun on Tour arrives at The Deluxe at Old National Centre in Indianapolis, and it offers a night for anyone who likes songs with a pulse and a point of view.

Carpenter writes slice-of-life songs about growing up, making mistakes and being emotionally honest. That is a strong reason to see him live. These are not distant, polished fantasies. They are personal observations, the kind that can make a room feel smaller in the best way. His influences include narrative songwriters Billy Joel and Randy Newman, so story matters here. If you love a song that makes you lean in and listen, this show speaks your language.

The sound has range, too. His production blends guitar-oriented writing with R&B influences, which gives the project its own cross-genre character. The project developed substantially in Anchorage, Alaska, and ASCAP selected Carpenter for a 2023 Abe Olman Scholarship through the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Still, the real draw is the chance to be there while these songs come to life in Indianapolis. Bring a friend who appreciates honest lyrics, or go and find your new favorite songwriter. Grab your tickets for Medium Build in Indianapolis and make November 17 a night out worth remembering.