MSPAINT vocalist Deedee sat down for an interview ahead of their show at The James Theater in Iowa City on June 2nd.
“Wide Awake” Parquet Courts reaches its 5th anniversary. To celebrate we look back through its 13 tracks, and how its message applies to today.
Nearly ten years later, this is still one of the best dark ambient albums of all time. Photo courtesy of Malignant Records.
Washer return with their first release in nearly six years with “Improved Means To Deteriorated Ends” out via Exploding In Sound Records.
The University of Iowa and YAF hosted transphobic conservative commentator Matt Walsh to give a lecture at the Iowa Memorial Union amid backlash from the student body.
An interview with rap and jazz artist McKinley Dixon for the Mission Creek Festival. Photo by David Muessig for NPR.
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)
