UNI student, Brody Schoon, is in the studio ahead of the release of his first album, “Mr. Mostly Alright.” The album releases on August 28 and an album release party will be held at Octopus in Cedar Falls on September 4. Doors open at 8pm with High Def Duo opening at 8:30pm.  For more information …

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Patrick DuLaney is in the studio as Crooked Path Classics and University of Northern Iowa Presents William Shakespeare’s “As You Like It.” DuLaney, Co-Artistic Director of Crooked Path Theatre and director of this production, says this show will make you slow down in fast-paced world. It’s “As You Like It,” August 28 through September 6 …

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The fourth and final week of this summer’s Jazz Under The Stars series put on by KCCK is upon us. This week features headlining group, Vandello, with the Chase Beightler Trio (Coe College) opening. In the studio is Vandello lead vocalist, Meg Adam.  It’s JUTS week four, Thursday 8/27, 6:30pm at Noelridge Park in Cedar …

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Orchestra Iowa’s Brucemorchestra is back and Tim Hankewich returns to the studio with the details. It’s Saturday, August 29 on the grounds of the Brucemore Mansion. The event begins at 7pm with additional tickets available for a reception preceding the show at 5:30pm.  Tickets and more information at artsiowa.com & orchestraiowa.org.  Subscribe to The Culture …

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Tim Daugherty returns to Cedar Rapids for an afternoon show at the Campbell Steele Gallery. Tim chats with Dennis about his cruise ship career and other highlights from his career as a musician. It’s “Tim Daugherty & Friends – Live at Campbell Steele” Sunday, August 23, 2pm. Tickets and more information at campbellsteele.com. Keep up …

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It’s week three of KCCK’s Jazz Under The Stars and Vivian Shanley is in the studio ahead of her headlining show with the Vivan Shanley Quartet. Tune in to hear Vivian’s full circle KCCK story, from attending Jazz Band Camp in middle school, to graduating college and returning to Cedar Rapids to play bass in …

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TKM Productions presents “Always… Patsy Cline” by Ted Swindley, directed by Tom Milligan. In the studio is Tom Milligan and Deb Kennedy (Patsy Cline) with insights into the show.  It’s August 14-16 & 21-23, Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sundays at 3pm at The Amana Performing Arts Center. Tickets and more information at tkmtheatricalproductions.com.  Subscribe …

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Week two of KCCK’s Jazz Under the Stars concerts features the Paul Lichty Jazz Orchestra with young artist opener group, Jazz on 76th, from Prairie High School. Director and composer, Paul Lichty, is in the studio with insights into the inner workings of this non-traditional big band. It’s JUTS week two, Thursday 8/13, music starting …

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“Shout Sisters: a Boswell Sisters Project” featuring Betsy Hickok, Lynne Rothrock, and Evelyn Rush comes to the Opus Concert Cafe August 14 & 15. Lynne Rothrock and Betsy Hickok join Dennis over zoom to chat about this roaring twenties, New Orleans jazz inspired performance.  Tickets and more information at orchestraiowa.org & artsiowa.com.  Subscribe to The …

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Country blues musician, Catfish Keith, is in the studio ahead of his upcoming show at The James Theater on August 8, 7:30pm. Tune in to hear Catfish talk about his Iowa City roots, steel guitars, and his new album, “Sugar for Sugar.” Tickets at thejamesic.com or englert.org.  More information at catfishkeith.com.  Subscribe to The Culture …

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