On the eve of its latest release and tour, the Iowa band Mr. Softheart took some time to play share some songs and talk about their ever-evolving sound.

Lorde has returned with a new album after Solar Power, her less than stellar release four years ago. How does Virgin hold up?

Sam Austins is a fresh, exciting voice in the world of pop. His new EP The woods, vol. 1 is reminiscent of the works of Prince and Blood Orange, but with a 2025 feeling.

'Always Here: A Compilation of Sounds from Iowa' is a brand new compilation album featuring 19 transgender and nonbinary artists from Iowa, with all proceeds benefiting the Iowa Trans Mutual Aid Fund.

Lead singer Niko Kapetan talks about Friko's debut album, Where We’ve Been, how it works sharing drummer Bailey Minzenberger with three other bands, and how inspiration for their new song, "Hot Air Balloon," struck at 6 a.m. in a Cracker Barrel parking lot.

Des Moines’ Allegra Hernandez just released the music video for their new song, “In My Heart.” Animated by Hannah Williams, this video captures the essence of Hernandez’s personal evolution, just in time for Pride Month. Studio One has the privilege of premiering the video to the world.

The first-ever Chroma 63 Festival, held in June in Waterloo, was a bright spot in early summer and has us excited for what they'll do next year.

Honky Tonk in Iowa? Look no further than Katie and the Honky Tonks' upcoming debut album.

The Chicago-based rapper’s newest album Magic, Alive! is an abstract jazz tour de force — featuring Iowans Teller Bank$, Bank$'s kids and Elizabeth Moen.

Music is at the heart of the queer community. Whether it’s empowering ballads, punchy protest songs or pop bangers at a drag show, queer music has fluorished alongside the modern gay liberation movement. Here are 10 LGBTQ anthems to play loud and proud during June and all year long.