Indie-rock legend Spencer Krug will be visiting Iowa City tonight for a special show at The Mill, co-sponsored by The Englert Theatre and SCOPE Productions…
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Shiver ‘me Jimbers: Piano pop comes to Java House
Iowa City’s got a huge music scene, but it’s funny to recognize the absence of certain styles and genres in this town. For instance, why aren’t there any young women playing pop songs on keyboards? Sure, you might argue, we don’t actually need that kind of performer here, but statistically, it seems like there should […]
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Five questions with MAIDS
Based out of Des Moines, MAIDS is a collaborative project between electronic producer and composer Mickey Davis (aka Is Home Is) and Danny Heggen, of the folk act Seedlings. You can catch them this Friday at Gabe’s along with openers Crystal City and Baraan. Together, the duo make downbeat and thoughtful songs, with Mickey’s production […]
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Get warm and cozy with Hot Buttered Rum this Sunday at the Yacht Club
San Francisco-based bluegrass act Hot Buttered Rum (HBR) are set to perform at the Yacht Club this Sunday at 8 p.m. Known nationally for their vigorous…
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Think traditional Irish music can’t rock? Let Lunasa prove you wrong
Iowa City, get ready for some top notch world music this Saturday — the traditional Irish folk band Lunasa are coming to The Englert Theater. The entirely instrumental…
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Five questions with Jeff Roalson of The Olympics, Teen Daad
Jeff Roalson is a heart-throb and Iowa City musician who leads indie rock bands The Olympics and Teen Daad. As evidenced by his bands, Jeff has a huge knowledge and appreciation for indie rock. He was kind enough to answer some questions and tell us about those who inspire him. Teen Daad will be playing […]
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Local all-female improv group hits up The Mill Thursday
Valentine’s Day, everyone’s favorite Hallmark-invented holiday, is fast-approaching. Sure, you could spend the night before Valentine’s finalizing fancy dinner reservations, buying some flowers for the one…
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Dead with the Wind: The Old Creamery Theater throws a dash of murder into a classic
The Old Creamery Theater is putting on the debut performance of “Frankly Scarlett, You’re Dead!” the Gone with the Wind-parodying murder mystery…
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Five Questions with Dana T
Dana T is an Iowa City musician who makes fun, danceable jazz-rock. He recently recorded a Daytrotter session, and released his latest EP, abbr. relations, last September in cooperation with PS1’s Free Studio Residency. He’ll be playing at The Blue Moose Tap House on February 15, with Teen Daad and All Dogs Invited. Dana decided […]
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Just released: Listen to Mark McGuire’s latest album
The ever prolific Mark McGuire is hitting another one out of the park with the release of his latest album, Along the Way, out on Dead Oceans today. Stream the album here. Perhaps best known for his work in the Cleveland-based drone group Emeralds, McGuire split from the band last year to pursue […]
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Becca Stevens to charm jazz fans this Thursday at The Mill
Sure, it’s February and we’ve got at least six more weeks of winter, but Iowa City might be getting goosebumps from something other than the frigid cold this week. See, jazz musician Becca Stevens will be visiting The Mill this Thursday, and though she plays warm, sweet, and soulful songs, she’s got a voice that will give you chills.
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FilmScene to screen Oscar-nominated shorts, appease A.D.D. generation
Sure, movies are great and everything, but they do all gotta be so gosh dang long? Short films are awesome. If you hate a short, it’s no big deal, you only have to wait…
