New bands pop up every day, which makes keeping up with artists is a full time job. Here to help, we've got five artists we're keeping an eye on in 2025.

From rap and R&B to dance and lo-fi, here's a playlist of the best Iowa hip-hop of 2024. Consider this a catalogue of our favorite tracks of the year, from the albums and EPs you need to hear!

Artists shooting their own videos, DIY attitudes and two must-see projects from filmmaker Hannah Rosalie Wright defined a busy year in Iowa music videos. Here are some of our favorite videos of 2024!

Five-piece indie rock band Hippo Campus returned to the Hinterland stage this past summer. IPR’s Cece Mitchell talked with the band about their new album and the trajectory of their success.

We've all heard "Frosty the Snowman" and "Santa Clause Is Coming To Town." Now let's explore some lesser known holiday tunes.

Here’s your listening guide to the best Bob Dylan songs from the mid-1960s, the time period covered in the new film A Complete Unknown starring Timothée Chalamet.

The 1990s were a unique time for music. Walkmans, CDs and boomboxes were everywhere. Grunge saved rock 'n' roll from hair metal oblivion. Hip-hop grew to be mainstream with acts like Tupac and The Notorious B.I.G, and Cher released the mega hit "Believe." Here is my list of 10 underrated songs from the 1990s.

2024 was a year full of music discovery and exciting artists breaking into the mainstream. Take a look back at some of the best of the year with our top albums of 2024.

Mission Creek has announced its 2025 lineup and it’s exciting and varied as ever, with a who’s who of exciting new acts and returning favorites.

The New York City-based band Been Stellar have struck gold with their latest record, which is inspired by almost everything except traditional guitar rock.