Name: Lip Critic
Start: 2026-02-19T21:00:00
Location: Gabe's

The Englert Theatre in Iowa City is set to host a series of unforgettable performances, featuring a diverse array of artists across various genres. From the eclectic sounds of Lip Critic to the soulful voice of Elizabeth Moen, and the harmonic mastery of The Lone Bellow, these events promise to capture the essence of musical creativity. This article dives into the unique contributions and captivating performances that these artists bring to the stage, each adding a distinct flavor to Iowa City's vibrant music scene.

Iowa City's Musical Tapestry: A Showcase of Eclectic Talents

Lip Critic

The Englert Theatre

New York based band Lip Critic is the project of Bret Kaser, Connor Kleitz, and Danny Eberle. The band is comprised of two samplers, two drummers and vocals. Through their untraditional instrumentation, Lip Critic executes an eclectic blend of punk, hardcore, club, modernistic pop sounds, and structures without inhibition. Paired with eccentric grandstand-style vocals, Lip Critic delivers a uniquely engaging live performance that rivals the hyper-stylized production on their records. These performances are heavily focused on improvisation and experimentation, including extended and remixed versions of songs. After self-releasing three projects from 2019 to 2021, Lip Critic’s debut album Hex Dealer was released on Partisan Records in May 2024. Lip Critic has earned early critical acclaim from NME (“on their way to becoming the next great NYC band”), Paste (“an apocalyptic wasteland of NYC’s best underground punk”), Rolling Stone (‘Songs You Need to Know’), Rolling Stone UK (‘Ones to Watch 2024’), Loud & Quiet (“one of NYC’s most talked about acts.”), Billboard, Mary Anne Hobbs on BBC 6 Music, and Matt Wilkinson (“totally essential”).

Lip Critic

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