The Des Moines music scene is much more wide and varied than anyone believes. With many music venues in the metro area, all sorts of different artist migrate their way to the scene in an impressive display. Continue reading “A Guide to the Des Moines Music Scene”
Top Valentine’s Day Events in Des Moines for Singles or Couples
Roses, chocolate, candlelit dinner. For the people who gagged at one or more of those things, there is hope for this February 14. Continue reading “Top Valentine’s Day Events in Des Moines for Singles or Couples”
The Avenues: The Newest Neighborhood Trend
A new project is taking shape on Ingersoll and Grand in Des Moines. Formerly a busy, high speed road, Ingersoll is now part of the “The Avenues”, with a bike, slower traffic, and a trendy crowd.
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The House Party: Bringing Life Back into Des Moines Hip-Hop
One wouldn’t assume that the hip-hop scene in Des Moines is thriving; but Station 1 Record’s House Party is working on changing that. The non-profit label for local artists has had concerts at the Drake University neighborhood venue, Lefty’s, in the past year w
ith more of an alternative-rock vibe. With recent rap/hip-hop signee, MarKaus, Station 1 is making the bold move to reinvigorate the hip-hop scene in Des Moines.
When Station 1 Records signed MarKaus, Director Tobi Parks and label realized “It’s important to create a space for hip hop in the Des Moines music scene…. it’s there but limited.” And the outline for The House Party began. Continue reading “The House Party: Bringing Life Back into Des Moines Hip-Hop”
Trekking Trails: Get Outdoors in Iowa
Picture this: It’s sunny, above 20 degrees, and there’s not a cloud in sight. You have the whole day free, and you’ve finished binging on Netflix. It’s time to take to the trails, and get outdoors. But before you grab your kids, your bike, your dog and your friends, think about this: How is it possible that you get to go outside and enjoy all that Iowa’s landscape has to offer and not pay a single cent? Continue reading “Trekking Trails: Get Outdoors in Iowa”
