Category: 80/35
An Interview with Thao (of the Get Down Stay Down)
Thao (of the Get Down Stay Down) has been incredibly generous for this year’s Little BIG Fest (Nov. 4) including taking the time to thoughtfully answer our questions (below) and hosting a special songwriting workshop for the campers of Girls Rock! Des Moines! In our interview, Thao reveals her impression of Des Moines after her 80/35 2016 performance, what we can expect for her solo set… Read more »
Call for Environmentally Conscious Art at 80/35!
With litter clean-up, recycling, and a free bike valet, 80/35 Music Festival has always been environmentally conscious. For the 10th anniversary, we’re adding composting to reduce unnecessary waste and to practice increasing mindfulness of our ecological footprint! The average American tosses 1,200 lbs. of compostable waste into the landfill each year and as a country,… Read more »
80/35 sets the standard for Midwest music festivals
As a co-chair of the inaugural Middle Waves Music Festival, Alison Gerardot plays a key role in the marketing and business development efforts for a multi-day festival featuring 20+ acts from the indie rock, hip hop, and electronic worlds including The Flaming Lips, Best Coast, Doomtree, JEFF The Brotherhood, and Sidewalk Chalk. Taking place on… Read more »Call for (Cat) Art!
In conjuction with the 9th life of the 80/35 music festival, the Des Moines Music Coalition is hosting a curated pop-up art exhibition at the Des Moines Social Club on June 30! Requirements: – The art must be cat or kitten-themed – Only 2-dimensional, hanging pieces will be accepted – Pieces selected for the exhibition must be… Read more »❤️ Valentine to our Volunteers ❤️
The heart of the central Iowa music scene could not beat without the support of the hundreds of dedicated DMMC volunteers who set up, welcome, clean, guide, sell, support, promote, donate, and pour huge amounts of time, energy, and money throughout the year. Volunteer Darlis Honnold has donated her time since the second annual 80/35… Read more »Volunteer at 80/35 (2015)
Volunteer with DMMC 2015 80/35 July 8th – 12th, 2015 As a volunteer, you will have access to the same things as the spectators – the music, the food, the fun and the party. You will play an essential role in the success of this entire event! This year, volunteer shifts for 80/35 are available… Read more »
