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
Laundry Day performed at Gabe’s in Iowa City on Friday Feb. 13. Leaving the crowd in tears, they put on an amazing performance.
Hurray for the Riff Raff brought a powerful political voice to The Englert Theatre on Saturday, taking a stance through music. (Featured image via Reddit)
Upholding a cheerful bohemian style, rock band The Artisanals gave a psychedelic performance at Gabe’s on Thursday, March 28th. (Featured image via Billboard)
Iowa City native, Bridget Kearny, with Paul Cary and Elizabeth Moen at The Mill. [image via Mission Creek]
The article is my review of a Florida indie performed in Shenzhen, one of their touring cities in China.
Read about Twin Peaks’ newest album, “Down In Heaven” here.
Human Rights! What they are, why they matter, and how to improve them, right here in Iowa City.
Check out some great shots KRUI photographer Ian Netter got from the SCOPE show.
Check out the pics KRUIer Brad Pector snapped from the photo pit at the Third Eye Blind show.
KRUI’s Eric Intlekofer describes his experience at King Khan and the BBQ Show. Read about the energetic sets that took place at The Mill right here!
