The Cardiac Bears did it again. As they move onto round two of the playoffs, they send their rivals, the Green Bay Packers, back to the offseason training.
After discovering The Hold Steady at Riot Fest, Logan Melia sits down with Craig Finn to discuss his new solo record Always Been, the evolution of narrative songwriting, and finding meaning in modern American life. From faith and mental health to baseball heartbreak, the conversation spans far beyond music.
Even after a valiant fourth quarter comeback, the Chicago Bears fell short of the Detroit Lions at Soldier Field. Heading into the playoffs, they’ll once again face off against a bitter rival: the Green Bay Packers.
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.
KRUI is pretty special, not only do we like music, but we also enjoy other things! From movies, video games, a DJ set, and sports, here’s a list of some of our KRUI picks from all things media that we loved to see in 2025.
No. 23 Iowa closed the 2025 season with a statement win, knocking off No. 14 Vanderbilt in the ReliaQuest Bowl behind a clutch performance from senior quarterback Mark Gronowski. The victory snapped Iowa’s long skid against ranked opponents and served as a fitting sendoff for a senior class that chose loyalty and one last ride together.
The Northside showcased local musicians Kenzi Rayelle, Corbin Phillips, and Lily DeTaeye with a performance at El Banditos on March 8th. (Featured image via The Daily Iowan)
Tonight, March 12th at 7pm the University of Iowa Student Government is discussing and voting on a bill which will provide KRUI funding to replace our equipment if it is passed.
Learn more about the events of 1984 here. (Image via: history.com, imbd.com, businessinsider.com and emirates247.com.)
Don’t miss White Mystery at Gabe’s March 8th. (Image via Bandcamp)
Soul music may not get the most airtime on today’s radio, yet artists like Leon Bridges make it so easy to listen. (Featured Image via neilbedford.com)
Read more about Warren Buffett’s contributions to the stock market here. (Image via: Vox)
The new song by the folk-rock supergroup is my obsession of the week. (Image via Better Oblivion Community Center)
Regardless of whatever sticky tangle of emotions you find yourself in this heavily commercialized and commodified holiday, there’s always time to discover some new jams and reunite with some old musical flames!
With Valentine’s Day almost at hand, love songs are increasingly played over the radio. But what really makes any particular song a love song? Featured Image via singingmachine.com
Read more about comic Demetri Martin’s show at the Englert here.
