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The Daily Iowan

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

The Daily Iowan

Ben Bridwell sings on Friday, August 3rd, 2018. He is the lead singer of Band of Horses, a popular rock band. This is Hinterlands fourth year in existence. (Thomas A. Stewart/The Daily Iowan)

Hinterland: A small festival with lots of heart

Austin J. Yerington, Arts Reporter July 31, 2019

For four years now, 14,000 people have gathered in St. Charles, Iowa, to not only see musicians but to have a unique music festival experience. Hinterland will bring several acts to those gathered Aug....

UI alum Scottie Long showcases acoustic style in first album

UI alum Scottie Long showcases acoustic style in first album

Lauren Arzbaecher, Arts Reporter July 31, 2019

University of Iowa alumnus Scottie Long recently released his first album, Acoustic Rewind, in April. The seven-song collection features easygoing guitar and expressive lyrics. Long became interested...

Members of Basketball Divorce Court pose for a portrait on July 25, 2019. Basketball Divorce Court is a local band from Iowa City that performs a range of genres including post-punk and emo. (Tian Liu/The Daily Iowan)

Basketball Divorce Court scores in Iowa City

Rylee Wilson, News Reporter July 30, 2019

With an odd name and a passionate DIY ethic, punk band Basketball Divorce Court has gained popularity on the Iowa City music scene. Basketball Divorce is made up of vocalist Katy Kelly, guitarist Evan...

Tenacious D rocks out in the Midwest

Tenacious D rocks out in the Midwest

Austin J. Yerington, Arts Reporter July 29, 2019

It’s hot, it’s sticky, the rain has finally cleared off. I can see the steam from the ground rising around the seating. My best friend and I are waiting for a concert that is not just an almost four-and-a-half-hour...

SASAMI performs at the Mill on July 21, 2019.

SASAMI shakes the Mill to its core with dream-pop

Lauren Arzbaecher, Arts Reporter July 22, 2019

Guitar reverberated around room, echoing amid a complex synthesized soundscape. The audience rocked along as dream-pop artist SASAMI performed at the Mill on July 21. The show was put on by Mission...

William Hehir of Misterwives plays the bass during the 2019 80/35 Festival in downtown Des Moines on Saturday, July 13, 2019. Misterwives formed in 2012 and have opened for other artists such as Panic! at the Disco, Twenty One Pilots, and Paramore.

Photos: 80/35 Festival Day 2 (07/13/19)

Wyatt Dlouhy, Photojournalist July 14, 2019

William Hehir of Misterwives plays the bass during the 2019 80/35 Festival in downtown Des Moines on Saturday, July 13, 2019. Misterwives formed in 2012 and have opened for other artists such as Panic! at the Disco, Twenty One Pilots, and Paramore. (Wyatt Dlouhy/The Daily Iowan).

Music takes over Des Moines on final day of 80/35

Lauren Arzbaecher, Arts Reporter July 13, 2019

The festival grounds were brimming with energy on the final day of the 80/35 music extravaganza in downtown Des Moines on July 13. The day started out a bit cooler than the previous one, clouds spotting...

The festival ground is seen during the 2019 80/35 Festival in downtown Des Moines on Friday, July 12, 2019.

Photos: 80/35 Festival Day 1 (07/13/19)

Wyatt Dlouhy, Photojournalist July 13, 2019

DJs mix music at the Nationwide stage during  the 2019 80/35 Festival in downtown Des Moines on Friday, July 12, 2019. (Wyatt Dlouhy/The Daily Iowan).

First day of 80/35 fills Des Moines with vibrant music

Lauren Arzbaecher, Arts Reporter July 12, 2019

Amid blazing heat from the summer sun, the first night of the 80/35 music festival hosted a parade of talented artists of all genres. People took shade underneath the few trees spotting the festival grounds...

The Me 3 performs on the Coca-Cola Gen Z Showcase Stage on Saturday, July 7, 2018. (Thomas A. Stewart/The Daily Iowan)

80/35 to light up Des Moines

Lauren Arzbaecher, Arts Reporter July 10, 2019

The music festival 80/35 will return to Des Moines for its 12th year on July 12 and 13. The two-day experience will run on the first night and all day on the second with headliners Elle King and Portugal....

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Rock artist Thadeus Gonzalez to perform at Gabe’s

Lauren Arzbaecher, Arts Reporter July 7, 2019

Emphatic guitar fuels the heart of Thadeus Gonzalez’s music, driving home his inventive rock sound. Though the artist thrives in the rock genre, he takes influences from classic rock, metal, punk, and...