Mission Creek: Glenn Jones @ Trumpet Blossom 4/8/16

April 9, 2016

By Emma Van Buer

Glenn Jones and Paul Metzger are inventive, talented musicians I had the privilege to hear at Trumpet Blossom Cafe!

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Mission Creek: The Joy Formidable @ Englert Theatre 4/7/16

April 9, 2016

By Emma Van Buer

The Joy Formidable had me rocking out with a cat at The Englert Theater. Confused? Well, me too.

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Mission Creek: Deer Tick @ The Mill 4/6/16

April 7, 2016

By Emma Van Buer

Deer Tick at The Mill did not disappoint, check out the concert recap!

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Album Review: “New Kingdom” by Givers

March 2, 2016

By Emma Van Buer

Check out my review of indie Afro-pop Giver’s sweet new album “New Kingdom.” (Picture via: giversband.com)

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What’s That Sound?: Cimbalom

February 15, 2016

By Emma Van Buer

You’ve probably heard cimbalom in movies without realizing it, but read this article to learn all about its successful history! (Photo via: cimbalom.com)

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What’s That Sound?: Glass Armonica

December 30, 2015

By Emma Van Buer

What do Benjamin Franklin, The Nutcracker, and bowls of water have in common? The glass armonica! Learn how in this article. (Photo via: Alasdair Malloy)

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Album Review: “U.S. Elevator” by U.S. Elevator

December 7, 2015

By Emma Van Buer

Let U.S. Elevator bring you to a new level of musical enjoyment with their self-titled rock album. (Picture via: uselevator.net)

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What’s That Sound?: Didgeridoo

November 30, 2015

By Emma Van Buer

Even if you’ve heard of the Didgeridoo, read this installment of What’s That Sound to learn more about its history and its presence in today’s music scene.

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Album Review: “Beast” by Pearl And The Beard

November 18, 2015

By Emma Van Buer

Read the review about this “Beast” of an album by Pearl and the Beard. (Picture via pledgemusic.com)

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Looking for the perfect background music for your Halloween bash? Interested in obscure or weird instruments? Read this month’s “What’s That Sound?” to learn about the theremin! (Photo via: moogmusic.com)

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Best Albums of 2025: KRUI Staff Picks

The rumors are true, KRUI likes music! 2025 was a crazy year all around, and even crazier, we here at KRUI actually listened to lots of albums this year. We’ve picked out eleven of our favorite albums from this year to share, and explore together.

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Best Songs of 2025: KRUI Staff Picks

It’s December 29, 2025, and if you can believe it, we here at KRUI actually listened to music throughout the whole year! From pop superstars, to indie legends, to the fresh Bandcamp up-and-comers, we’ve picked out nine of our favorite songs released this past year to share and explore together.

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Iowa Public Safety Leaders Warn “9-1-1 Can’t Wait,” Push for First Surcharge Increase Since 2013

Iowa’s 911 operators urge lawmakers to increase surcharge fees to cover rising costs.

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Dancing Differently

For nearly 40 years, Jhe Russell needed to be perfect. After all, his dance career demanded it. But when injuries and the chaos of life took him in a different direction, he found peace in a job he never expected.

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Sports →

Calling for Free

With over three decades of calling hockey games under his belt, Jason Shaver is considered one of the most respected sports broadcasters in the American Hockey League. While his path to the Chicago Wolves was anything but conventional, he will never put a price tag on the journey.

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Out of Magic: Rams Knock Bears Out of Playoffs in Overtime 20-17

A miraculous season for the Chicago Bears finally came to an end against the Rams, one game shy of the NFC championship. Instead of boos from the stadium, there was applause, and hope, for a team that exceeded all expectations.

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Show Preview: Lip Critic with Recess and Ascended Master at Gabe’s, February 19th

Iowa City Free Week 2026 Preview

Comedy Review: I Was Not the Target Audience for Tom Arnold at The Englert

Interview: Sierra Hull

Oasis “Live 25”: The Gig of a Lifetime

A Night at The Englert with Joseph

Emma Van Buer

Concert Review: Blitzen Trapper @ The Mill 9/20/16

What’s That Sound?: Thumb Piano

Mission Creek: Kurt Vile & The Violators @ The Englert Theatre 4/10/16

Mission Creek: Glenn Jones @ Trumpet Blossom 4/8/16

Mission Creek: The Joy Formidable @ Englert Theatre 4/7/16

Mission Creek: Deer Tick @ The Mill 4/6/16

Album Review: “New Kingdom” by Givers

What’s That Sound?: Cimbalom

What’s That Sound?: Glass Armonica

Album Review: “U.S. Elevator” by U.S. Elevator

What’s That Sound?: Didgeridoo

Album Review: “Beast” by Pearl And The Beard

What’s That Sound?: Theremin

Iowa Public Safety Leaders Warn “9-1-1 Can’t Wait,” Push for First Surcharge Increase Since 2013

Dancing Differently

Calling for Free

Out of Magic: Rams Knock Bears Out of Playoffs in Overtime 20-17