FOR EVERYONE ~ Progress, sort of. In October, some very important things will move ahead while others will remain stalled. So, while some progress is possible, an abundance of unknowns will make it hard to set directions or finalize plans. Discussion and sharing is supported, but with so many people uncertain of so many things, […]
October 2010
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Show Photos: Rev. Peyton’s Big Damn Band, Brooks Strause & the Gory Details, Illinois John Fever – 9/14
I am not a music critic and I don’t pretend to be, but I will say that this show was damn good. Â I wasn’t familiar with Illinois John Fever before that night, but this Iowa City Americana singer is fun, lively and a great start to a foot-stomping evening at the Mill. If I knew […]
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The Thermals, Cymbals Eat Guitars live at The Mill
Here’s a little taste of what was going on in the background of all that homecoming madness. A great high energy set by Cymbals Eat Guitars, and a solid stand there and bash ’em out set by The Thermals.
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Show Photos: Leslie & the Lys, Bitch, Caroline Smith & the Goodnight Sleeps 9/16
It’s been awhile since I’ve posted any shots from venues in town, but that doesn’t mean I’m not out there soaking it all up. I caught the first show of the Iowa Women’s Music Festival at the Englert last month featuring Caroline Smith & the Goodnight Sleeps, Bitch (of Bitch & Animal fame) and the infamous Leslie Hall & the Lys.
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Videos: Darren Hanlon and Grand Tetons
Here lies the second installation of Mission Freak’s YouTube channel. Below are two songs performed by Australia’s singer/songwriter and all around good guy Darren Hanlon and one by local band Grand Tetons.
