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Little Big Fest Announcement
August 28, 2008 – 9:21 pm | 2 Comments
Little Big Fest Announcement

80/35 success aside, the Little Big Fest (along with the GDP) is the best collaboration of bands here in Des Moines. So keep your entire Nov. 29th (and maybe 30th) open. Focusing on jam, reggae, …

Lollapalooza: A look to the next 80/35
July 31, 2008 – 10:49 pm | 3 Comments

Any Iowans hitting up Chicago’s Lollapalooza?
I’m heading there right now. I’m definitely gonna post my reviews of shows and my experiences. Excited to see Manchester Orchestra, Devotchka, Cool Kids, Wilco, Love & Rockets, Explosions …

Show Review: Titus Andronicus at Vaudeville Mews
July 28, 2008 – 9:14 am | No Comment

Editor’s Note: We’re just now adding show and CD reviews to the site, so while Thomas was quite prompt in writing his review, we were a bit tardier in getting it posted. If you …

515 Alive coming up
July 16, 2008 – 1:59 pm | No Comment

515 Alive is coming up on July 26th. It’s one of the coolest events all year with a mix of DJing, breakdancing, graffiti, & plenty of ravers. They’re bringing out some sweet international talent on …

Latest 80/35 Music Festival News
May 27, 2008 – 9:52 am | No Comment

Hey we noticed alot of you are looking for the latest info on the 80/35 Music Festival here in Des Moines. Tickets can be found at: IowaTix.com
Find other news so far at:

Music via Chicago
Live Music …

Coffee Shop Ramblings…
May 22, 2008 – 2:20 pm | One Comment

Lots happening in DSM. Des Moines Social Club just got awarded $100,000 by a foundation towards their goal of creating a theatre/art space in downtown. Could be some good future story material. Two videos went …

80/35 Announcement
April 15, 2008 – 11:57 am | 3 Comments

Live Blogging from the 80/35 Press Conference at the downtown Central Library. I’m blogging over the shoulder of Joe Lawler. His connection seems a little snappier, I’m guessing the Register servers are a little better …

80/35 Announcement Tomorrow
April 14, 2008 – 11:41 am | No Comment

At a press conference tomorrow, the DMMC is announcing 10 bands that will be part of their inaugural 80/35 music festival July 4 and 5 in downtown Des Moines. Rock Iowa will be there, camera …