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.
Joker hit theaters this week, to wide acclaim from audiences and critics alike. The film is not only powerful in character and visuals, but features an impactful soundtrack that plays off of the themes of the movie. Featured image via standard.co.uk
If you are getting sick of popular songs being overplayed everywhere you go, put on one of these oldies that will always be a hit! (Image via Eventbrite)
If you are ready for school to be done so you can focus on going to all of your favorite festivals, you’re not alone. Find out some of my festival must-sees and hopefully hear about some new artists that you can see this year! (Image via: www.urbanmatter.com)
Pink Neighbor and Ratboys gave ethereal performances at The Mill for Mission Creek Festival 2019. Read more about what they gave Iowa City here. (Image via: ratboysband.com)
Descriptions of Noura Mint Seymali’s music show its incredible diversity and visionary blend of Moorish psychedelic rock, Saharan funk, and future pop. There is no better way of describing their music than to simply hear and feel it. (image via caramba.fr)
Don’t miss White Mystery at Gabe’s March 8th. (Image via Bandcamp)
Sir Babygirl is an up and coming indie artist with an exceptionally strong voice. (Image via Father/Daughter records)
Before you head to the gym, make sure to grab your headphones along with your running shoes! Find out how music can provide countless benefits to your exercise routine. (Featured image via Vitamix)
The Blind Boys of Alabama took the whole crowd of The Englert Theater to church this last Friday night.
Sam Fender is a force to reckon with, wrapping hard-hitting social commentary into a sleek garage rock sound.
