Iowa City duo Sun Centauri has embarked on a celestial voyage with their debut EP, Flux4D. IPR’s Cece Mitchell spoke with the pair about translating their feelings into music, the beauty of the expanded play and the possibility of intelligent life beyond Earth.

Lots of the artists who performed at the 2025 Hinterland Festival used the occasion to play some cover songs. Here are some of our favorites!

Willoughby Tucker, I’ll Always Love You is the second release from Ethel Cain this year, following the experimental ambient darkness of Perverts.

Hinterland celebrated its 10th anniversary in an expanded location in St. Charles this year, bringing headliners Tyler, the Creator, Kacey Musgraves and Lana Del Rey.

The Irish singer-songwriter plays the 10th annual Hinterland festival.

The Iowa City-based alternative rock band 28 Days Later haven't been together for very long, but they've accomplished a lot, and they're in it for the long haul.

Golden Bear Records is reshaping the sound of central Iowa’s music scene. The studio has produced albums for Abbie Sawyer, Andrew Hoyt, Lily DeTaeye and James Tutson, among other notable Iowa musicians.

Shortly before her first appearance at Hinterland, Gigi Perez took some time to reflect on what's been an incredibly eventful — and successful — year.

The legendary Ozzy Osbourne died July 22, leaving behind an impressive legacy of music, celebrity, controversy and family. Over his multi-decades career as a musician, Osbourne built a catalogue of massive musical hits and excellent songs. Here are a few deeper cut songs to build your appreciation for the prince of darkness.

Tyler, the Creator is back (did he ever leave)? His latest album, Don't Tap the Glass, is just further prove he's one of the best in the hip-hop game.