Seattle based drone metal band sunn O))) performed at Iowa City’s Englert Theater last week, April 18th.
During the new Stop/Time Festival on April 4th, I had the pleasure of attending a reading by acclaimed poet Danez Smith at the Englert Theatre.
Continuing to find inspiration in Iowa City’s arts community. KRUI’s Tarik took a little day trip to Hancher’s new Stop/Time Festival, losing himself in two incredible performances from Evicshen and Sharp Pins.
Logan Melia sits down with Eve 6 at Innings Festival in Tempe, Arizona. Eve 6 took some time after their slot to discuss their early days playing gigs at small cafes all the way to a racetrack.
Luke Combs came to Ames, Iowa with his My Kinda Saturday Night Tour on April 11th, 2026
After listening to a lot of jazz over the past week, culminating in an amazing performance by renowned trumpeter Ambrose Akinmusire and the PUBLIQuartet last Friday at the Stop/Time Festival presented by Hancher Auditorium, I’ve come to the conclusion that most jazz isn’t meant for an audience at all.
Information about house shows in Iowa City, and the bands there, including a recap and analysis of the space itself and the associated scene.
24 years after the University of Iowa Shooting that shocked the nation, what has changed?
Decolonize your mind: Classrooms cannot remain spaces occupied by prejudiced attitudes and passivity towards them.
Hispanics have been discriminated against for years and “Living in White America” is a small look into their world.
For fans of creative writing, “Like Father, Like Son” is a short story that explores realistic themes and adds a horror element. Catch the first installment here!
First kisses are always entertaining. This personal narrative, First Things First, explains how tragically funny mine was.
UI Theatre Department rocks the house with American Idiot.
In celebration of his visit to the University of Iowa, take a look at the life and career of director and writer Terry Gilliam. (Photo via: University of Iowa Lectures)
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)
The beginner’s How-to Guide on picking a Halloween costume that’s funny instead of offensive. (Alternative title: Don’t Be A Dingus.)
