Posted by Kara on Saturday, May 7, 2016
OK ... confession time. I've never heard Crystal City perform live. They came highly recommended to me and when I read this review from Hillfolk Noir, who could resist?! "Crystal City from Iowa City, Iowa, is a versatile combo centered around Dave's midwestern sincerity. His honest songs and Sam's lilting harmonies can warm a weary heart and get bedraggled feet stomping. -Travis & Ali Ward, Hillfolk Noir"
Dave Helmer and Sam Drella are Crystal City. Their music is described as "Heartland rock band with blue-collar roots" with "themes of love and loss, being good to each other, and celebrating life." While preparing for this program, I've enjoyed listening to their music online (listen here) and getting to know their music a bit better. If you live in Iowa City or an area that contracts with us (Iowa City, rural Johnson County, Hills or University Heights) you can download their album for free with your ICPL card and password via our Local Music Project.
Please join us on Wednesday May 11 at Noon in the Library's Lobby for a toe-tapping musical performance with Crystal City. I dare you to not tap your toes and hum along. And who knows, maybe some bedraggled feet may begin stomping! See you at the Library!
About the Author
Kara was the Community and Access Services Coordinator. She retired in June 2020.
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