Saturday, September 20 | 8PM | $20 ($15 w/ ISU Student ID) - SEATED SHOW
For fans of: Trampled by Turtles, The Tallest Man on Earth, Watchhouse
Deemed “a fine singer with guitar work reminiscent of the cult hero Nick Drake” by the New York Times, singer-songwriter, Andrea von Kampen is known for her captivating melodies and introspective storytelling. von Kampen released her third full-length album, Sister Moon, in March of 2024. This most recent record focuses on themes of climate change, the connectedness of nature, and the stories of Richard Powers.
Under the Radar said, “Sister Moon finds von Kampen in a meditative and naturalistic mood…[it] feels equally earthen and spiritual, grounded in von Kampen’s intricate guitar work and elevated with her swooning melodies.”
Andrea’s previous releases include the 2022 film soundtrack and acting debut A Chance Encounter, and a 2021 album That Spell, both released on Fantasy Records. von Kampen additionally independently released a handful of EPs and her debut album, Old Country, in 2019.
Sharing the stage with an impressive array of artists, including The Tallest Man on Earth, Trampled by Turtles, Watchhouse, Punch Brothers, The Wood Brothers, Bonny Light Horseman, Darlingside, Lief Vollebekk, and many others, von Kampen has established herself on the road and in a wide variety of great venues. She has performed in renowned music festivals such as The Newport Folk Festival and the Rocky Mountain Folks Festival.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Maintenance Shop, Iowa State University Memorial Union 2229 Lincoln Way,Ames, Iowa, United States