I am fashion: Style moments from the “I Made Rock and Roll Festival”

Tiffanie King rocks out at the inaugural “I Made Rock’n’Roll Festival.” (Photos/LaTasha Boyd Jones) Indianapolis proudly hosted the inaugural I Made Rock ‘N’ Roll Festival, a truly unique event that lived up to its name. The festival, aptly titled I Made Rock ‘N’ Roll (IMRR), was not just a music celebration, but a masterclass in narrative control, authorship amplification, and cultural reclamation. The visionary behind this event, Alan Bacon Jr., a musician and co-founder of GangGang, brought his resonant understanding of American-made genres and his passion for celebrating the historical legacy of Black culture to create this one-of-a-kind festival. The event’s fanfare took center stage on May 18, 2024, at the American Legion Mall and was a melting pot of great music and fantastic food. IMRR attracted a diverse audience, from die-hard music lovers to fashion enthusiasts, united by the love of culture and community. The musical-themed selfie stations engaged attendees, and the red carpet garnered looks wooed people watchers. Whether festival goers were learning about rock roots or knew of Rock ‘N’ Roll’s origins, the fashion was to be honored along with the music. The style statements were eclectic, a testament to the individuality and creativity of the attendees....