Iowa musicians

Al Schares has entered retirement after over 35 years of service to KUNI and IPR.

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.

'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.

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.

Founded by two University of Iowa Hawkeye Marching Band alumni and a founding member of Girls Rock! Des Moines, Iowa Pride Ensembles debuted over the weekend with 70 marching musicians from across the state.

Des Moines band Lady Revel is playing an album release show for their new LP Slow Burn at xBk Live this Friday, May 30. IPR’s Cece Mitchell spoke with vocalists Jasey Rebarcak and Sara Wodka about the creative process behind the record.

On Saturday, May 3, Derry & the Dirty Dishes will premiere their debut record Three Day Weekend at xBk Live in Des Moines. This new local children’s music group aims to mix things up with a multi-genre sound that will delight kids and their parents alike.

An extracurricular event growing across the United States is getting high school and collegiate students thinking talking, and working together on some of the toughest moral issues of our time.

Essayist Ross Gay explores the beauty of the world and a music therapist discusses how music and singing can help those with neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson's disease.

Iowa City's Anthony Worden kicks off a busy spring with a new music video.