KDIC discusses recent shows in Grinnell and the greater Iowa area.
“Bowerbirds”
Before delving into the heart of my review of Bowerbirds’ most recent Gardner performance, I would like to take a moment to commemorate Pooj Padmaraj’s incredible work as the head of the Concerts Committee this semester. He has produced a concerts lineup this fall that has effectively recognized every major musical genre, demonstrating that …
“Those Darlins” by Emily Stuchiner
After passing the midpoint of their Summer’s Dead Tour, it was clear from their performance in Gardner Lounge that Those Darlins are far from burnt out. Despite the subdued way they took to the stage, the audience quickly saw what this trio had to offer. Their two-hour set comprised …
“Ivan & Aloysha”
The third date of a proposed two to three week long tour, Ivan and Aloysha seemed pleasantly ecstatic to be playing the Gardner stage last Wednesday. Based out of Seattle, Washington, the quintet skillfully combined their folk and indie-pop influences into one enticing package. Lead by the emotive vocals of Tim Wilson, …
“Hospitality” and “Crocodiles”
Trying to catch up on reviews, I decided to combine the two most recent Gardner shows into one cohesive package. This task actually turned out much easier than expected. With some thinking, I realized that the two bands lie on opposite …
“Empires” by Dylan Fisher
Unlike many bands playing at Gardner, who are off-put and sour about the small student turnout, the energy and passion of Empires seemed to be propelled by pleasing those few (about fifteen students loosely spread about the floor, jumping in the air, dancing wildly to the music) who came to the show. …
“Hume”
The first show of a weekend overflowing with music, Washington D.C.’s Hume set a high mark for the the other acts to follow in the days ahead. The visiting quintet brought explosive energy and poly-rhythmic beats, causing the small, though fascinated, Grinnellian crowd to dance with glee. Dominated by two drummers, Hume sounded akin to Brooklyn, …
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