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.
Logan Melia talks about Six Foot Blonde’s headlining gig at Lincoln Hall on January 9th, 2026 with support form Pretoria and Violet Crime
Wacky lyrics and an eighties vibe, check out “new” band EL VY’s debut album. (Photo via: The Guardian)
Check out “Trouble” by Cage The Elephant!
Read about Erykah Badu’s most recent musical creation: “But You Cain’t Use My Phone.”
Read all about Sleep Study’s new album, “Nothing Can Destroy.”
Check out this week’s track review from The 1975 and their their newest release, Love Me.
Check out the new album, “For Life” by PHASES!
Beirut’s fifth album, “No No No” features their classic, lighthearted tone with whimsical lyrics, and makes listeners long for summer days again.
An album review of Claptone’s “Charmer” through the lens of a recently new appreciation for EDM.
Although others received “Currents” by Tame Impala with praise and celebration, I think the music emanates creepiness and monotony.
Alt-J’s second album This Is All Yours blends elements of electronic, post-rock, and alternative.
(Photo Cred: Gabriel Green)
