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
Rufus Wainwright was showstopping at the Englert for Mission Creek. Read about it here! (Image via: forfolkssake.com)
Racism still exists and we need to be aware of our individual contributions to systematic racism. Photo via: storify.com
A month isn’t enough for people to celebrate their cultures but it’s enough to remind them that they have something to be proud of in White America. (photo via: www.neoc.ne.gov)
Another soccer event is happening and this time it’s being hosted by the USA. The 2016 Copa America has begun! (photo via: worldsoccertalk.com)
There is a large number of myths about Latinos that need to be addressed, and here I acknowledge five of those myths and attempt to debunk them.
Even though he only had 4 days to prepare Sage Francis still managed to captivate and excite his audience.
Faust stopped by Iowa City during Mission Creek for what is their last stop on their tour. Iowa City welcomed with them with smiles and sparkles in their eyes.
Listen to the difference in Spanish dialects as demonstrated by various soccer players. (photo via: www.ticotimes.net)
Listen to what many call “Mexican Music” even though it’s just music.
Check out the third EP titled “Buffalo Mouth” from the duo The Echo and The Sound.
Take a small glimpse into the minds of a Mexican-American, a Guatemalan, and a Puerto Rican.
