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Civic Music Association receives support from DuPont Pioneer for New York Voices and Imani Winds.
(Des Moines, IA) Civic Music Association is pleased to announce DuPont Pioneer has committed to Exclusive Level Presenting Sponsorships in support of New York Voices (October 26, 2013) and Imani Winds (January 24, 2014). These two concerts are part of Civic Music Association’s 2013/14 Season and demonstrate some of the best in our classical and [...]
“Songs for Soldiers” to benefit new Armed Forces Wall of Honor
DES MOINES ? An all-star line-up of Iowa talent is performing a one-night benefit concert to raise funds for an ambitious project to honor American veterans. ?Songs For Soldiers: A 21-Song Salute? will be held at 7 PM on Saturday, May 18th, at the Scottish Rite Consistory, located at the corner of Park Street and [...]
CMA Backstage presents Quartet Drake – Sunday, April 21, 2013
CMA Backstage presents Quartet Drake Sunday, April 21, 2013 – 6:30 pm Mars Café FREE and Open to the Public (Des Moines, IA) Civic Music Association?s social & advocacy group, CMA Backstage, presents Quartet Drake for a night of coffee & classical music. The string quartet will perform at Mars Café at 6:30 pm on [...]
Nitefall on the River Announces Many New Acts for Summer 2013 Lineup
Nitefall on the River Announces Many New Acts for Summer 2013 Lineup DES MOINES, Iowa (April 15, 2013) ? Nitefall on the River, presented by Veridian Credit Union, announces Hairball (May 25), The Nadas (June 8), Here Come the Mummies (June 14), Brandi Carlile (July 7), Slightly Stoopid and Atmosphere (August 4), and Hanson (August [...]
WU-TANG CLAN, DAVID BYRNE & ST. VINCENT, DEERHUNTER, AND MORE TO PLAY 80/35 IN DES MOINES
DES MOINES (April 9, 2013) ? 80/35, presented by U.S. Cellular, releases its first lineup announcement for the sixth annual music festival held in downtown Des Moines on Friday and Saturday, July 5 and 6. Headlining the festival will be hip-hop icons Wu-Tang Clan and the powerhouse collaboration of David Byrne & St. Vincent. The [...]
Civic Music Association Announces 89th Season
Civic Music Association Announces 89th Season (Des Moines, IA) Civic Music Association is thrilled to announce its 89th season with an expanded line-up of jazz and classical performances in 2013/14. Not only will Civic Music Association be presenting a world-class series of 8 unforgettable concerts, but for one performance, CMA will be venturing out of [...]
The Rock
Fooch the MC – New Music Monday – Take Shape
“Still riding the wave from his band Purple Asteroid Cadillac’s debut worldwide release “Take Shape” last december, Fooch is back at it with his guys Comic Lloyd and Villanova Slim. Peep the variety of bars over Earl Sweatshirt’s “Chum” instrumental. Be on the look out for more new material from Fooch in the near future. [...]
The GrapeVine, LLC – A Listening Room
Nestled in the City of Clive, Iowa in the Ravewood Office Plaza at 2175 NW 86th Street, I had the opportunity to meet up with Bonita and Keith Crowe, owners of The Grapevine and lifetime supporters of the live music scene here in Iowa. Bonita and Keith have been providing live music and a concert [...]
Raw Mojo – Brickbat Theory
Hailing from Iowa City, Raw Mojo has just released their newest album, Brickbat Theory. Now, I always like to warn readers in advance of where I stand on music, because when you have someone who doesn’t care for a particular genre or sound, it is very hard for them review it fairly. I dislike so much [...]
Stuart Davis – Performing at Vaudeville Mews in Des Moines on May 17 2013
Iowa Music Buzz had the pleasure of contacting Stuart Davis to provide some insights to the music industry before his performance at Vaudeville Mews in Des Moines on May 17th, Friday night at 7:00pm. $10 ADV/$15 DOS admission. Look for IMB at the show! Stuart Davis is an internationally touring artist, musician, comedian, and TV personality, [...]
Final Lunch Unplugged Concert to Feature Rising Singer Songwriter Alfa
Final Lunch Unplugged Concert to Feature Rising Singer Songwriter Alfa DOWNTOWN DES MOINES ? The final Lunch Unplugged concert of 2013 will feature singer/songwriter Alfa at noon on Tuesday, April 9 at the Temple Theater, 1011 Locust Street in Downtown Des Moines. A smart lyricist with a knack for catchy melodies, Alfa taught herself guitar [...]
Ms. B’s Music & More – Music Program for Children
Our Kids Really, Really Rock! That’s what you will hear Brenda Bohall, Director, of Ms. B’s Music & More saying to her kids in her music education program she teaches to preschools and childcare centers around the Metro Des Moines, Iowa area. Ms. Bs Music & More was founded by Brenda Bohall in the fall [...]
GROSS DOMESTIC PRODUCT MUSIC FESTIVAL APRIL 13 FULL EVENT SCHEDULE, NEW ELEMENTS ANNOUNCED
FULL EVENT SCHEDULE, NEW ELEMENTS ANNOUNCED FOR GROSS DOMESTIC PRODUCT MUSIC FESTIVAL APRIL 13 Des Moines, IA - The Des Moines Music Coalition (DMMC) announces the complete schedule for this year?s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) music festival. The event, headlined this year by Cedar Falls alternative rock band House of Large Sizes, happens Saturday, April 13 [...]
Mission Creek Festival Hits Iowa City April 2-7, 2013
Mission Creek Festival Hits Iowa City April 2-7 Lineup includes: Grizzly Bear, Divine Fits, Deerhoof, Iris DeMent, Tig Notaro, Killer Mike, JEFF the Brotherhood, Pallbearer, Thao & the Get Down Stay Down, Owen Pallett, Exitmusic, William Basinki, Ducktails, White Lung, Pete Swanson, & more The eighth annual Mission Creek Festival returns April 2-7, 2013. The six-day [...]
The Future
Civic Music Association hosts Master Classes with the Miró Quartet and Colin Currie
Civic Music Association hosts Master Classes with the Miró Quartet and Colin Currie Colin Currie ? Sheslow Auditorium, Drake University Miró Quartet ? Monroe Recital Hall, Drake University April 6 – 11:00 am (Des Moines, IA) Civic Music Association will host Master Classes with Miró Quartet and famed Percussionist, Colin Currie Saturday, April 6th at [...]
Civic Music Association to announce 2013/14 Season at April 6th Concert
Civic Music Association to announce 2013/14 Season at April 6th Concert Sheslow Auditorium 7:30 PM (Des Moines, IA) Civic Music Association will be announcing it?s 2013/14 Season at the Miró Quartet with Colin Currie concert on April 6th. Concert-goers will be the first to hear the exciting line-up of jazz and classical performances scheduled for [...]
Nitefall on the River Announces Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros and Dark Star Orchestra
DES MOINES, Iowa (March 18, 2013) ? Nitefall on the River, presented by Veridian Credit Union, announces Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros (June 5) and Dark Star Orchestra (July 3) will perform at the annual summer concert series. Tickets for both shows go on sale Friday, March 22. More acts slated for the 2013 [...]
H.D. Harmsen’s Papoose is coming out on April 30th, 2013 via Maximum Ames Records!
H.D. Harmsen?s Papoose is coming out on April 30th, 2013 via Maximum Ames Records! All his life, H.D. Harmsen has stood behind the scenes. Backstage, out of the light. In the studio, but not on the screen. With Papoose, he steps forward. H.D. Harmsen has already acquired an astute and accomplished reputation in the Iowa music [...]
PSYCHOSTICK April 5th at Vaudeville Mews
PSYCHOSTICK a humorcore rock / metal band will be performing in Des Moines, IA on April 5th at Vaudeville Mews as part of the their upcoming ’Our Tour Can Beat Up Your Tour’ in promotion of their new single and video ‘Dogs Like Socks’, which has gone viral and has hundreds of thousands of views. (over 400,000 and counting) Dogs Like Socks - http://youtu.be/swmuqGWgZCc [...]
Chad Elliott – So Sang The Crow – CD Release
Iowa Music Buzz caught up with Chad Elliott at The Grapevine, LLC for his VIP Pre-Release Party on February 24, 2013 to roll out his new CD “So Sang The Crow.” Chad had a full house at The Grapevine and all in attendance were VIP Happy! Guests had the opportunity to purchase “So Sang The [...]
A-Sides - Reviews
Ken Stringfellow w/ Gloom Balloon, Jordan Mayland & Devin Frank
Ken Stringfellow Vaudville Mews 2.8.13 w/ Gloom Balloon, Jordan Mayland & Devin Frank Whenever I?ve witnessed Ken Stringfellow play, whether it?s been The Posies, Big Star or by himself, he is always ever present to deliver a jaw dropping execution of songs crafted with majestic sincerity. At first, Stringfellow said his humble hello?s to the [...]
Green River Ordinance – Antonio Rodriguez
Green River Ordinance – Wooly’s, Des Moines, Iowa — Staff Editor, Antonio Rodriguez The show started out with singer/songwriter/pianist Brendan James, just him and his piano. A lot of the crowd seemed to react well to him and seems to have a good following in the online world. He did some originals, did some covers [...]
Motion City Soundtrack @ Wooly’s – Concert Review and Interview
Before the show, I had a chance to sit down with lead vocalist/guitarist, Justin Pierre and bassist, Matt Taylor. IMB: What was some of your inspiration on GO? What were some of the ideas behind that record? Justin: We were just really excited to write new music. We found ourselves in a position where we [...]
Interview with Nate Logsdon and Chris Lyng of Maximum Ames Music Festival
With Maximum Ames Music Festival less than a week away, I got a chance to sit down with its creators, Nate Logsdon and Chris Lyng and ask them a few questions. How did Maximum Ames Music Festival get started? Nate Logsdon: We had friends who were putting on Mission Creek in Iowa City and 80/35 [...]
Clayton Severson – Intimate Gathering at the Grapevine, LLC
I was able to catch up with Clayton Severson at The Grapevine on August 17. While openly admitting I had never heard of this young acoustic singer from the Belmond – Clarion, Iowa area, I was very impressed. Clayton has such a way in his songs…..like a storyteller. When you talk folk, you can’t say [...]
The Post
Unknown Component
Unknown Component CD Review — Lori Brookhart-Schervish Blood v. Electricity Unknown Component?s tenth album release poses an interesting comparison: Blood v. Electricity, which powerful element trumps the other? They both can determine life or death and give energy to the entities they flow through. This one-man album seems to take on this ambiguous existential question [...]
Kristian Day’s Favorite Halloween Party LPs
This time of year brings back a lot of memories for me as a child in elementary school. I attended Catholic school in Rock Island, IL, during the 1990′s. Our building was old with thick hard wood chairs and desks. The chalk board was green and covered in a dust that would make me sneeze if I got within [...]
Iowa Music Buzz interviews MUTEMATH’s Paul Meany
It was a good-sized crowd for a Tuesday night in Des Moines. Opening the show was Civil Twilight and local band, Mint. Both bands put on an entertaining show while the crowd waited for Mutemath to take the stage. If you have seen Mutemath live, or watched videos of them on Youtube you already know [...]
Iowa Music Buzz Interview: Doug Stanhope By Stefan Loy
Iowa Music Buzz Interview: Doug Stanhope By Stefan Loy & Britney Milligan September, 2012 IMB: This is Stefan Loy from Iowa Music Buzz and we are here with Doug Stanhope today, who?s coming in to Des Moines on September 11th at Vaudeville Mews. He has a new album out called ?Before Turning the Gun on Himself,? and [...]
Doug Stanhope: Too big for Vaudeville’s britches.
I?ve been to the Vaudeville Mews. I?ve played the Vaudeville Mews. I?ve seen several national touring acts play the Vaudeville Mews. I have never been to the Mews when it is at capacity, and it took a comedian to do that – Doug Stanhope. When I first heard about the show I was somewhat [...]
Say Anything and Tallhart
Say Anything and Tallhart, who are touring together and playing a show near you soon. Check out dates below; album downloads and streams are also below. Upcoming Tour Dates: Say Anything with Tallhart supportingOct 04 – Anaheim, CA @ House of Blues Oct 05 – Tucson, AZ @ Rialto Theatre Oct 06 – Albuquerque, NM [...]
Interviews
IMB interviews Dropkick Murphys
Dropkick Murphy?s bring Friendship, Love and Loyalty to the Val Air Ballroom November 2nd, 2012 As the Dropkick Murphy?s came out swinging, they started off with ?The Boys are Back? straight off of their upcoming eighth studio album, Signed and Sealed in Blood and I was smiling at the mayhem I just walked into. You could [...]
Pieta Brown: On The Road For Mercury
I love it when I learn about an artist because of an assignment. I had no prior knowledge of Pieta Brown before I was told that she would be my next interview. At first listen, what came to my ears was the more organic/acoustic side of Poe with ghostly-earth undertones that flow in and out [...]
Marco Benevento
Marco Benevento will be performing Monday, September 24th at the Vaudeville Mews. Marco’s instrumental music builds and swells like Magwai and Explosions in the Sky and has the memorable melodies of the French band, Air. What really sets Marco Benevento?s music apart is that while other noisy instrumental bands use guitars as their main focal point, [...]
Women Who Rock: Kristen Putney
Nestled on a tree-lined street in one of Des Moines? most historic neighborhoods is a cozy bungalow surrounded by a white picket fence. Though sweetly “Leave It To Beaver” at first glance, this home houses local rock royalty: The Putney family. Founding parents and the very heart of indie rock band Diamonds for Eyes, Josh [...]
Trouble Lights Album Release Interview
Trouble Lights is an electronic/pop duo from Fairfield, Iowa and they are on the verge of releasing their debut album, The Endless Prom, on Maximum Ames Records. Recently, I caught up with Phil Rabalais and Adrien Daller to talk about the new album. Read on to see how drunken conversations about pop music spawned one [...]
Chad Elliott: All Summer Long
Iowa Music Buzz’s Kristian Day, co-partner, had the opportunity to meet and interview Chad Elliott and Bonita Crowe back in June 2012.* So what have these two been up to all summer long? Chad had been touring and performing about 100 shows per year and now Bonita Crowe, Chad’s booking agent at Da’Vine Entertainment, has [...]
Other Recent Articles
Fooch the MC – New Music Monday visual release
“Fooch releases the first visual from his New Music Monday series, where he dropped a new song every Monday for 30 weeks straight. This track features Villanova Slim and production by Casal Beats. Shot and chopped by Cody Olivas of 5th Density Productions. Be on the look out for Fooch’s band, Purple Asteroid Cadillac’s debut [...]
Psychostick is no joke.
Psychostick @ House of BricksDecember 8, 2012by Feul There are many ways to jostle a photographer at a rock show. Moshing, thumping bass, twirling hippie chicks…Belly laughing is not something that typically needs to be overcome in order to take a steady photo. However, Psychostick does not put on a typical show. It doesn?t take [...]
Hellbound Glory w/special guests Fifth on the Floor and Luke Fox
Hellbound Glory w/special guests Fifth on the Floor and Luke Fox by: Stefan Loy Des Moines own singer-songwriter Luke Fox plays everywhere and it shows. There?s a road separating singer-songwriters that are just going through the motions and the ones that play because they have too. Luke Fox is the latter of the two. Oh, [...]
The Impact of Reason
The Impact of Reason CD Review — Convictions The first EP for five-piece Marshalltown metalcore band, The Impact of Reason, is a dynamic and quality release that literally screams for the promise of a new day. Featuring Nick Lacina, lead vocals and programming; Matt Miltenberger, clean vocals and synthesizer; Mark McDaniel, lead guitar; Tyler Sawyer, [...]
Release from Good Cop PR – Marco Benevento
Release from Good Cop PR. Modern day piano-rock artisan, Marco Benevento will be passing through both Fairfield (Sept. 23 @ Cafe Paradiso) and Des Moines (Sept. 24 @ Vaudeville Mews)! For an exhilarating glimpse into the future of rock piano, look no further than 33-year old Brooklyn-based artist Marco Benevento. A melodically inventive musical adventurer who artfully employs [...]
Henry Rollins – IMB Exclusive Interview by Stef Loy
Here is an exclusive audio/video interview with the one and only Henry Rollins provided by Iowa Music Buzz’s Stef Loy. This interview is a preview of Henry’s show at Wooly’s on October 1, 2012. Photos in this video provided by Heidi May Edited by: John Feuling Share on Facebook
IMB visits The Underground Rock Shop
A few months ago a friend of mine asked me to come check out his new band Divided at the Underground Rock Shop in Des Moines. Now, because I had never heard of this place I was definitely intrigued to say the least, so I headed to 6th and Euclid. I knew this place wasn’t [...]
SYNRGY TO PLAY IOWA AS PART OF NATIONAL TOUR
SYNRGY TO PLAY IOWA AS PART OF NATIONAL TOUR Oregon based reggae band Synrgy will be coming to Cedar Rapids to play Mahoney?s on Sunday, September 23rd, as part of their Fall Harvest Tour. Described as high energy roots reggae, woven with elements of ska, funk, and blues; the band is currently on their second [...]
New Music Monday – Fooch – MrSisco
Be on the look out for my band, Purple Asteroid Cadillac’s debut album, TakeShape, coming soon to most digital retailers. I truly have been blessed to have your support over the past 30 weeks. Your site has been instrumental in helping me create a name for myself outside my area and has allowed me to [...]
A Rainy Nightfall On The River with Matisyahu
On Sunday, August 12, was leading up to being a disappointing Nightfall on the River turned out to be an amazing and inspirational performance that no one in the audience will ever forget. We were fighting against the elements. Upon arriving, The Uniphonics were on the stage of the Simon Estes Amphitheater, getting started on their second [...]
Relentless Approach “Juicy” 7inch
So far everything that I have heard that has had some involvement with musician Tom Parkinson I have loved and the first seven inch from the band Relentless Approach entitled Juicy is no exception. This three song EP packs an amazing hardcore punk/doom punch to the jaw. On side one we have the opening track [...]
FOOCH the MC – New Music Monday
“On week 29 of Fooch’s New Music Monday series he unleashes another joint from his new side project with homey Villanovaslim, Grand National. Featuring production from Dj Semaj, this one is sure to bang in your ride.” Download/Stream Link: http://soundcloud.com/foochthemc/on-smash-prod-by-dj-semaj –FOOCH the MC www.facebook.com/foochthemc www.twitter.com/foochthemc www.foochthemc.tumblr.com Share on Facebook
Grace Potter & Nocturnals make multiple appearances in Des Moines!
Thursday, July 26 started off with me and one of my good friends going down to the Science Center of Des Moines for a meet and greet and intimate show with Grace Potter & the Nocturnals sponsored by Charles Gabus Ford and Star 102.5. Grace and her band did three songs with Q and As [...]
IMB Talks With Greg Mazunik of Equilateral
Editor: Kevin Moll Going to my first Jazz in July event, I had no idea what to expect. I parked my car on a residential street and headed toward the music. I was accompanied by what looked like nearby residents and people just getting off work looking for a relaxing afternoon. As we approached the [...]
HipKnosis
Formed in 2006, HipKnosis, is an all-original power pop/rock band rooted in central Iowa. Once a trio, the group is now comprised of five members led by Heather Kelly (vocals, multi-instrumentalist) and Kirk Kaufman (bass). The band brings together the beautiful, almost haunting sound of harmonies layered over guitars, keys and drums. HipKnosis? 2008 debut [...]
The Grapevine, LLC – Wine List
Hello Everyone! First of all, thank you so much for your continued support of The GrapeVine and the live music we showcase on the weekends. Several people have asked us if they can order wine outside of the concerts and the answer is YES! You can place an outside order whenever you’d like…we’d love to [...]
FOOCH the MC
“This is week 28 on New Music Monday, Fooch has joined forces with Villanovaslim to form the new duo, Grand National. This is the first official leak produced by Mr. Sisco from their self titled EPhttp://soundcloud.com/foochthemc/get-buck-prod-by-mr-sisco Peace Fooch the MC Share on Facebook
Des Moines’ Electrifying Music Festival: An Interview with 515 Alive’s Brad Goldman
The premiere electronic music festival in the state turns ten years old this year. IMB sat down with organizer Brad Goldman to discuss the past, present, and future of the best street party in town. IMB: This is the tenth anniversary of 515 Alive. What was the genesis of the festival? BG: I wasn?t around [...]
Dave Zollo at The Grapevine
IMB: Please introduce yourself and tell us a little about who you are. DZ: My name is David Zollo. I?m from Iowa City. I?ve been based there for most of the last 20 years as I?ve been playing professionally. IMB: Can you tell us about your music style and your influences? DZ: I?d call what [...]
New Music Monday – Fooch the MC and Vill
FOOCH the MC and Vill are at it again. It’s New Music Monday so we are sharing with our networks. This time they go in over some dope production from The Letter L.”http://soundcloud.com/foochthemc/fooch-x-vill-the-movies-prod FOOCH the MCwww.facebook.com/foochthemcwww.twitter.com/foochthemcwww.foochthemc.tumblr.com Share on Facebook
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