KURE Fest – 88.5 KURE

Remembering KURE Fest!

March 22, 2023

by Caleb Davis 2023’s KURE Fest was a huge success! This year’s lineup included two Iowa-based bands, Allegra Hernandez and Hot Kunch (the latter…

KURE Fest 2019

October 22, 2019

LINEUP6p — Doors6:30p — Field Division7:15p — Gloom Balloon8p — Elizabeth Moen9:30p — Peach Pit 88.5 KURE is proud to announce the 9th annual…

KURE Fest 2018

October 16, 2018

88.5 KURE is proud to announce that Smallpools and Wet will be co-headlining this year’s KURE Fest on October 21st! They will be supported…

Don’t Sleep on The Fuss: A Quick Look at a Local Favorite

September 20, 2017

By Brady Nickel Ames, Ia. – You couldn’t be knocked if KURE Fest 2017 is the first time you’ve heard or heard of The…

KURE Fest 2017

September 14, 2017

Join us for the 8th annual KURE Fest! Free, open to the public, all ages welcome. Doors open at 5:30pm LINEUP: NONAME Noname (born…

KURE Fest 2016

September 2, 2016

The KURE Fest 2016 lineup has now been announced! KURE Fest will be held on Thursday, October 27th and Friday, October 28th, in the…

KURE Fest Lineup Announcement

September 1, 2016

The 7th annual KURE Fest is now set for October 27th and 28th! 10/27 will be a night of all local acts, held in…

KURE Fest October 29th – 30th

October 9, 2015

88.5 KURE is bringing back KURE Fest for another year! Join us for two nights of FREE live music. Thursday, 10/29 in The Maintenance Shop…

KURE Fest 2014 Line Up

September 13, 2014

Thursday October 2nd: Open Mic 8PM @ The Maintenance Shop Featuring Patrick and Chris from Gloom Balloon. Come show us what you’ve got! All…

Orange Leaf KURE Fest Fundraiser!

September 2, 2014

KURE Fest is having a fundraiser at Orange Leaf on Thursday from 4pm to 10pm. Bring your friends and support KURE and KURE Fest!

sundown radio December 7, 2023 at 9:00 pm – 10:00 pm A super cool and awesome mix of Mr Mosher’s favorite tunes. Expect a little of everything. That being said, my favorite genres are hip-hop/R&B, jazz, reggae, and indie/pop. With Mr Mosher.
The Golden Age December 8, 2023 at 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Let’s take a walk through the past, because let’s be honest, they don’t make it like they used to. Join as we explore the musical tapestry of the 60’s-90’s. We don’t discriminate! So, expect to hear a wide range of genres ranging from r’n’b/soul, rock, hip-hop, and much more! With Jamako
Jazz Night's Nightmare December 8, 2023 at 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm The world of Jazz is one filled with diversity. Listen in with DJ Kenny Beatz on [Friday 5-6 PM] and experience a variety of Jazz sub-genres, from Big-Band to fusion, noire to psychedelic. Tune in every week for the Jazz Night's Nightmare!
Music, When Soft Voices Die December 9, 2023 at 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Classical music is the most widely played genre on public radio, and while these shows are important liaisons between live orchestras and their audiences, they often lack an focus. Join Guy to examine an emotional and stylistic variety of orchestral, chamber, and solo works by a different composer each week. Experience the power and beauty…
Nice T-Shirt, Name Five Songs December 10, 2023 at 10:00 am – 11:00 am Have you ever been wearing a cool shirt you got at the thrift, minding your business, when you get asked this anxiety inducing question? Well golly, is this the show for you. Each week, DJ Harpo Marx (no relation) will be diving into an artists discography with fuel for your future run ins with all…
The Curio Shop December 10, 2023 at 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Let me welcome you to the Curio Shop. I've got an hour of music and rambling here so tune in for a little bit of everything. I've got some great deals so feel free to listen, but let me lay down some rules. I don't take coupons and I don't take refunds, with DJ Sophie.
The Blend December 10, 2023 at 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm A small peak into my personal playlist. I play a mixture of everything; from rock to indie, to alternative and shoegaze. Tune in to hear new tunes and throwbacks and possibly some new songs to add to your own rotation with DJ JOY.