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.
February 8th was the 2014 National South Asian A Capella Competition. Here are some reasons it was one of the best things that have happened so far this year and why you should go next year
SCOPE is bringing the BET Hip Hop Awards 2013 “Rookie of the Year” rapper to IMU Ballroom.
The album is the first release from UK artist and composer Mat Zo. Check out this review of a worthy addition to the canon of electronic music.
Learn about British Indie Rocker Jake Bugg, and his track “Messed Up Kids” in our Track of the Week.
Missed Nick Swardson’s SOLD OUT show at the IMU? Get the details here.
I have attended Bonnaroo and Lollapalooza twice, and Pitchfork once. Each festival has had a different vibe. Here are some other festivals that are happening all over the country this summer. Counterpoint Music Festival April 25-27, 2014 in Kingston Downs, Georgia $199 (GA Camping) This three-day festival features four music stages. Counterpoint also has an Art Village which features artists from all over the world displaying their work. The 2014 line-up includes: : Outkast, Pretty Lights, J. Cole, Major Lazer, Chance the Rapper, Sleigh Bells, Rubblebucket, and Tycho. Hangout Music Fest May 16-18 in Gulf Shores, Alabama $229 … Continued
Andy Stoll shares a few high school experiences, reflects on the opportunities of life, and offers a few pieces of advice on how to make the most of yours.
This week’s track of the week is, “Mother” by Said The Whale. The track starts with light beats, along with lyrics suggesting that we are always trying to show a good image to others. Said The Whale is using another way to express something young adults all have chances to face in college life, a turning point in life. Said The Whale is an indie rock band from Vancouver, which started in 2007. They started with releasing EPs, gaining popularity and then touring the US. They recently released their fourth studio album, Hawaii. This album consists different kinds of rock, … Continued
Read about Grieves’ stop at the Blue Moose on the “Back On My Grizzly” Tour.
Check out Brad Pector’s insightful take on James Blake’s music and performance at the Englert theater.
