This weekend, the one and only Jefferson Starship will be taking off at the Englert Theatre! This legendary band has stood the test of time and continues to tour today, but how is it possible they’re still here after 50 years?
Hancher Auditorium will be hosting the 3rd annual Infinite Dream Festival this week from September 17 through September 20th. From the heart of the festival at Hancher, it branches all across Iowa City to The James Theater, The Old Capitol Museum, and many more locations. Here is your guide to the festival.
The Englert Theatre’s inaugural Iowa City Songwriters Festival began September 4th with a beautiful intimate set at The Black Angel, featuring local artists Aaron Longoria (of Early Girl), Sophie Mitchell, and Penny Peach.
Douglass Park will once again be hosting Riot Fest from September 19-21. The largest independent festival in the US, Riot Fest has been a haven for diverse music, great food, and a unique community that can only be cultivated by lineups including anyone from The Beach Boys to “Weird Al” Yankovic.
As the final seconds drained away at Kinnick Stadium, Kirk Ferentz was doused in orange Gatorade and handed his place in history. With win No. 206, Ferentz passed Woody Hayes to become the winningest coach in Big Ten history, his understated Midwestern legacy built less on titles than on the thousands of players who call him their coach.
The Hawkeyes fell three points short in Ames, trapped in the same box they’ve always played in. Cautious routes and a passing game that refuses to breathe. Even glimpses of promise, like Gronowski’s 22-yard completion, couldn’t break them free from their rectangle of comfort.
First Death is what happens when your professional career ends and you’re forced to change your life plan. Photo via: witchinghourfestival.com
One of Iowa City’s newest festivals is only a couple weeks away, and KRUI is pumped to attend! Witching Hour, according to the festival’s website, highlight’s the “unknown, creative process, and new work.” During its second year, Witching Hour features a diverse lineup ranging from multi-media workshops to comedy shows to cinematic adventures. Here are the events KRUI can’t wait to see! Music Psalm One After opening for Saul Williams at Mission Creek 2016, Psalm One returns to Iowa City to perform some new art! She’ll perform at 10:30 PM at The Mill on November 4. White … Continued
Titus Andonicus played the Mill in Iowa City on Sunday, September 25th.
Adia Victoria performed at the Mill on September 23 and it was bad ass. Image via: i-d.vice.com
Blitzen Trapper at The Mill was a flash from the past–for everyone but me, that is.
Saul Williams shared an intimate night at The Mill on the fifth night of Mission Creek
The Peter Aguero show hosted by The Mill on the Friday of Mission Creek 2016 was basically an emotional rollercoaster from start to finish. Check out our review! (photo via Mission Creek Festival)
PHOX’s performance at Mission Creek amazed and charmed audiences.
Deer Tick at The Mill did not disappoint, check out the concert recap!
Read all about Karen Meat, Quilt, and Caroline Smith’s performances at the Mill on the first day of Mission Creek Music Festival. (Image via: Elaine Irvine)
