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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Review | Adrianne Lenker puts her soul on display in ‘Bright Future’

Review | Adrianne Lenker puts her soul on display in ‘Bright Future’

Evan Weidl, Opinions Editor March 26, 2024

Known for both her solo work and as the primary vocalist, guitarist, and songwriter of the indie folk band Big Thief, Adrianne Lenker has established herself as one of the greatest and most acclaimed...

Mar 10, 2024; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Ariana Grande at the 96th Oscars at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood in Los Angeles on Sunday, March 10, 2024.

Review | New Ariana Grande album ‘Eternal Sunshine’ proves Grande is best when singing R&B

Sophia Connolly, Arts Reporter March 19, 2024

Pop megastar Ariana Grande’s eighth studio album, “Eternal Sunshine” was released March 8 and follows the end of her relationship with her ex-husband Dalton Gomez. However, fans were expecting...

The Voxman Music Building is seen on Monday, Feb. 23, 2021.

Recital attendance class allows students to explore new styles of music

Riley Dunn, Arts Reporter March 19, 2024

The University of Iowa course “Recital Attendance” gives music and non-music majors the opportunity to attend musical recitals for academic credit. For music majors, this course is mandatory yet...

A multiple exposure photo shows members of the band Westerlies playing during a performance by at The Voxman Recital Hall on Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024.  The Westerlies are a quartet with inspirations from jazz, folk, and classical. On Thursday, they will open for singer Haley Heynderickx at Hancher Auditorium.

Westerlies brass quartet holds music workshop at UI ahead of Thursday performance

Isabelle Lubguban and Riley Dunn March 6, 2024

Upbeat, jazzy tunes filled the halls of the University of Iowa School of Music Voxman building Tuesday night as the “accidental brass quartet,” known as the Westerlies, took center stage at their...

Brittany Howard performed on the Oak Stage of Bourbon & Beyond Friday afternoon. Sept. 15, 2023

Review | Brittany Howard’s ‘What Now’ is a masterclass in musical creativity

Evan Weidl, Opinions Editor February 21, 2024

If I had to sum up Brittany Howard’s newest album, “What Now,” in one word, I would go with “wow.” Known for both her solo work and her time as lead singer of the band Alabama Shakes,...

The lead guitarist for 28 Days Later interacts with crowd during Battle of the Bands at Gabe’s in Iowa City on Saturday, Feb. 17, 2024.

Iowa bands battle it out for a spot in upcoming annual music festival

Evan Weidl, Opinions Editor February 18, 2024

Dozens of fans packed the top floor of Gabe’s on Saturday to watch six popular Iowa City bands duke it out for a chance to play at Solshine, an annual music and arts festival in Illinois in May....

Mathew Sweet performs on stage at Wildwood Smokehouse and Saloon in Iowa City on Feb. 14.

Alt-rock artist Matthew Sweet explores fame at Wildwood performance

Isabella Nekvinda, Arts Reporter February 15, 2024

Backed by a high-energy drum tempo and electric guitar power chords, alt-rock singer-songwriter Matthew Sweet and his band performed a sold-out Valentine’s Day show at Wildwood Smokehouse and Saloon...

Singer John Waite preforms on stage at the Englert Theatre in Iowa City on the evening Friday, Feb. 9.

‘80s legend John Waite brings his pop-rock sound to Englert Theatre

Kate Perez, Senior Reporter February 10, 2024

Before the doors to the house had even opened, pop-rock fans were crowded in the Englert Theatre’s lobby on Friday, ready to see the popular 1970s and ‘80s British rock singer John Waite.  In...

Festival-goers cheer during the fourth day of the Hinterland music festival in Saint Charles, Iowa on Sunday, Aug. 8, 2022.

Hozier, Noah Kahan to headline Hinterland Music Festival 2024

Avi Lapchick, Arts Editor January 17, 2024

Hozier, Noah Kahan, and Vampire Weekend are set to headline the Hinterland music festival this summer. The festival will take place the weekend of Aug. 2-4. Tickets will be available for purchase...

Des Moines based band Dirty Blonde performs at The Daily Iowan Headliners in The Daily Iowan newsroom on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023.

Q&A | Iowa City band Dirty Blonde featured in DI Headliners

Natalie Dunlap, Assistant Digital Editor December 20, 2023

Dirty Blonde is an indie band consisting of University of Iowa students Charlie Bell and Eamon Reed and Drake student Nick Jackson. The band started in July 2021. This interview has been edited for...

Iowa City singer Bella Moss performs at The Daily Iowan Headliners in The Daily Iowan newsroom on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023.

Q&A | Bella Moss

Avi Lapchick, Arts Editor December 12, 2023

Bella Moss is the stage name of Iowa City singer, guitarist, and University of Iowa third-year student Bella Nekvinda, performing alongside a rotating band consisting of keyboardist and UI third-year...

Indigo de Souza opens for Lucy Dacus at the Englert Theatre in Iowa City on Friday, Feb. 18, 2022.

Indigo De Souza, Neko Case to headline The Englert’s Mission Creek 2024

Avi Lapchick, Arts Editor December 8, 2023

Timed to a tee as a shard of hope for students in the thick of finals week, the Englert Theatre has just announced a decorated lineup for next year’s Mission Creek Festival, featuring musical headliners...

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