Tag: music
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Queer Midwest Music Artists
Here in the Midwest, each state has its own charm. In this podcast series, we sat down with members of the Urban Plains team to showcase the uniqueness of each Midwest state. We have conversations about defining the land, music festivals, and queer music artists, all right here in the Midwest. Ever heard of Chappell…
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Let It All Out
Midwest Emo has expanded far beyond its homeland, becoming the music of choice for those soaked in emotion You’ve likely pumped a fist to Midwest Emo—you just don’t realize it. If you’ve ever cranked up some prime Aughts Fall Out Boy or My Chemical Romance, you’ve listened to peak Emo. Or maybe you’re old school…
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Making of a Band
Des Moines-based indie quartet Munk Rivers is yearning its way through the Midwest music scene. Munk Rivers is a “yearncore” indie band that is made up of brother/sister duo Charlotte and Tucker Judkins, and Drake University students Izzy Marx and Max Green. Watch this DIY band practice, write, and play shows—all while trying to find…
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Midwestern Women in Music: Kerry Alexander
Joy and falling in love is the foundation of Bad Bad Hats. Lead singer, Kerry Alexander, shares her journey of songwriting and connecting with fans everywhere. Transcription KERRY ALEXANDER: I’ve always loved music. I think a lot of people will probably say this, but there was lots of music, like in my home when I…
