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Today was our 12th lineup announcement day for 80/35. We hope you're all going to see some acts you already adore and discover new ones you've yet to uncover. As a non-profit festival, the proceeds are going into some cool efforts by the Des Moines Music Coalition, including youth music education through summer music camps and after school programs. We continue to enjoy having a hand in the booking, sponsorship, and marketing efforts for this festival. It's been a wild ride.

A diverse lineup of relevant, talented musicians in city parks that don't always get as much love as they should. Plus, it's all free. This is a cause we are behind. Go check this out and put it on your calendars for this summer.

If you're in the festival business, this is a good read... "With the advent of boutique and artist-curated festivals, the inclusion of more women and artists of color on and off the stages, and experiential offerings, this season is shaping up to be like no other. Pollstar had conversations with a wide cross-section of people in the trenches as they prepare to dive in for a summer of music, craft food and beverages, and once in a lifetime experiences across the country. And what they have to say should have us all excited for an amazing summer in 2019."

Loving these black and whites by Frankie Perrin for 80/35.