This article was written by DMMC volunteer contributor and Civic Music Association staffer Debbie Martin. Interested in contributing to this website? Contact us! Buy advance all-access passes to Little BIG Fest feat. The Soul Rebels right here and save! — Sometimes things just click. Civic Music Association was looking to expand their concert line-up, by including… Read more »
The Greater Des Moines Music Coalition (DMMC) and Civic Music Association (CMA) are excited to announce the full lineup that will be playing in this year’s 8th Annual Little BIG Fest, taking place on Friday, November 15 at Wooly’s (504 East Locust Street, Des Moines, IA 50309), House of Bricks (525 East Grand Avenue, Des Moines,… Read more »
Welcome to “ONE TRACK MINDS” with Erika Rae Owen from Band Bombshell and Chris Knauf, board member of the Des Moines Music Coalition. Each week, Erika and Chris take turns selecting a song of their choice, listen to it together for the first time, and document their reactions, thoughts and witty banter via instant messenger. … Read more »
This month Mars Cafe presents the acoustic music series, Sound Rover, in which Iowa songwriters and touring musicians perform their original music. Sound Rover is a space to explore, for audience and artist alike. Each weekend this June, audiences will hear favorite tunes played in a new way or new material musicians are developing. Featured… Read more »
2013 Registration Now Open! It’s time to claim your spot in this year’s project. That’s right, registration is open!! And signing up is as simple as going to our website and clicking the “Register for Des Moines now!” link. The early bird rate of $140 per team is in effect through June 17. Sign up… Read more »
Nitefall on the River, presented by Veridian Credit Union, announces The Nadas (June 8), Here Come the Mummies (June 14), Brandi Carlile (July 7), Slightly Stoopid and Atmosphere (August 4), and Hanson (August 28) will perform at the annual summer concert series. These acts join the previously announced shows of Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic… Read more »
