The Bears hung tough. But in the end, it wasn’t enough to beat the rival Packers in Green Bay.
On November 12, Nuovo Testamento graced Iowa City with their music live at The James Theater as a part of The Englert Theatre’s Track Zero concert series. I attended the concert that night, fully ready to boost a move myself.
Local Iowa City band Twin River Revivalist put on a great show last Halloweekend. With songs that can charge up any crowd, their next show at Elray’s this Friday, Dec. 5th is sure to be a good one.
I sat down with multi-instrumentalists Jano Rix before his gig with The Wood Brothers at The Englert Theatre on November 12th. Taking a beat to touch on what shaped him artistically, his favorite illustrators, and the impact dancing has had in his adult life, Jano let us into how he makes a chaotic world feel focused and comfortable.
Good. Better. Best…Again. The Bears keep the Chi-train moving, routing the Eagles in an NFC slug fest.
The Heroes trophy stays in Iowa City after the Hawkeyes shuck the Huskers in Lincoln.
Blitzen Trapper at The Mill was a flash from the past–for everyone but me, that is.
Glenn Jones and Paul Metzger are inventive, talented musicians I had the privilege to hear at Trumpet Blossom Cafe!
The Joy Formidable had me rocking out with a cat at The Englert Theater. Confused? Well, me too.
Deer Tick at The Mill did not disappoint, check out the concert recap!
Check out my review of indie Afro-pop Giver’s sweet new album “New Kingdom.” (Picture via: giversband.com)
You’ve probably heard cimbalom in movies without realizing it, but read this article to learn all about its successful history! (Photo via: cimbalom.com)
What do Benjamin Franklin, The Nutcracker, and bowls of water have in common? The glass armonica! Learn how in this article. (Photo via: Alasdair Malloy)
Let U.S. Elevator bring you to a new level of musical enjoyment with their self-titled rock album. (Picture via: uselevator.net)
Even if you’ve heard of the Didgeridoo, read this installment of What’s That Sound to learn more about its history and its presence in today’s music scene.
Read the review about this “Beast” of an album by Pearl and the Beard. (Picture via pledgemusic.com)
Looking for the perfect background music for your Halloween bash? Interested in obscure or weird instruments? Read this month’s “What’s That Sound?” to learn about the theremin! (Photo via: moogmusic.com)
