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The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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The Violeet Nines perform during a show at Yacht Club on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019. The Violet Nines, based out of Minneapolis, have been together since 2017.

Groove-pop and saxophone solos: The Violet Nines at the Yacht Club

Ashley Dawson, Arts Reporter October 27, 2019

For someone looking for an energetic, interactive live music experience on Saturday night, the Yacht Club with opening act The Violet Nines was the place to be. After a few hours of live stand-up comedy...

Bob Dylan performs in 2010 in London. Dylan will not attend the Dec. 10 award ceremony for the prize in Nobel Literature, citing "pre-existing commitments."  (Gareth Fuller/PA Wire/Zuma Press/TNS)

Bob Dylan returns to Iowa

Austin J. Yerington, Arts Reporter October 24, 2019

Bob Dylan in concert was an experience I’m still processing.  After attending a concert with a seemingly structured set, sparse crowd, and powerful instrumental style, I still can’t properly define...

John Calvin Abney’s folk music bloomed at the Trumpet Blossom Café

John Calvin Abney’s folk music bloomed at the Trumpet Blossom Café

Ashley Dawson, Arts Reporter October 24, 2019

In the soft pink light of the organic-food venue Trumpet Blossom Café, Nalani Proctor took the stage with her guitar in hand, a keyboard on the ground in front of her, and a laptop on the stand to her...

Mat Kearney performs at the Englert Theatre on Tuesday, October 15, 2019.

Mat Kearney’s relaunched acoustic version of City of Black & White kicks off its tour at the Englert

Kyler Johnson, Arts Reporter October 16, 2019

Home of the Hawkeyes, the city of black and gold sang to a different color combo at the Englert Oct. 15, acting as the kick off point for singer-songwriter Mat Kearney’s City of Black and White Revisited...

Magic City Hippies perform at Gabe’s in downtown Iowa City on Friday, Oct. 11, 2019. Magic City Hippies is an up and coming alternative indie band from Miami in the process of releasing their new album, Modern Animal.

Indie-funk band Magic City Hippies puts on a spellbinding show at Gabe’s

Ashley Dawson, Arts Reporter October 12, 2019

In a dimly lit venue with glimmering ceiling lights, colorful stage LEDs, and powerful hipster vibes, a diverse beanie and flannel-wearing crowd shuffled into Gabe’s and swarmed the stage to await headlining...

Vocalist and guitarist Barry Johnson sings into a microphone during a Joyce Manor concert at Gabe’s in Iowa City on Wednesday, October 9, 2019. Joyce Manor is a punk band from Torrance, California.

Joyce Manor met with a wild and energetic crowd at Gabe’s

Austin J. Yerington, Arts Reporter October 11, 2019

Gabe’s hummed with patrons, all awaiting Joyce Manor to take the stage. Under the neuron-like lighting hanging from the ceiling, a sea of flannels and ripped denim jackets crowded the floor in front...

Singer-songwriter Michael Joseph Nelson, known as Banners, releases first full album

Singer-songwriter Michael Joseph Nelson, known as Banners, releases first full album

Kyler Johnson, Arts Reporter October 10, 2019

As the shadows of fall lengthen and winter darkness starts to creep in, the latest music from Banners Where the Shadow Ends brings an uplifting, pop-rock beat to keep spirits high. Michael Joseph Nelson,...

Vocalist and guitarist Barry Johnson offers the microphone to a member of the audience during a Joyce Manor concert at Gabe’s in Iowa City on Wednesday, October 9, 2019. Joyce Manor is a punk band from Torrance, California.

Photos: Joyce Manor at Gabes (10/09/19)

Wyatt Dlouhy, Photojournalist October 9, 2019

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Sinkane plays songs from their newest album at The Mill

Pedro Barragan, Arts Reporter October 9, 2019

In celebration of the release of their latest album ‘Dépaysé,’ Sinkane came to Iowa City to perform at The Mill on Oct. 8. Sinkane’s music blends multiple genres, from free jazz and funk rock...

William and The Wildflowers perform at the Yacht Club downtown on Tuesday, October 1, 2019.

From the Appalachian Mountains to the Midwest: William and the Wildflowers performs at Yacht Club

Madison Lotenschtein, Arts Reporter October 2, 2019

Warmth filled Yacht Club’s dimly lit, chilly basement from the acoustic ambience of solo artist and University of Iowa alum William Schmitt, also known as William and the Wildflowers.  Propped up...