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.
This review features insight to the sophomore album of the Southern Australian alternative rock group, Atlas Genius.
Although others received “Currents” by Tame Impala with praise and celebration, I think the music emanates creepiness and monotony.
Check out Origami Ghosts’ new and confusing album, “Fruit & Animal.”
Metric’s sixth album, “Pagans in Vegas”, is a mixed bag – but contains pure gold with tracks like “The Governess” and “Too Bad So Sad”.
Check out our review of the album “Horizons” by Painted Palms.
Still haven’t listened to the new New Politics album? Check out our review here. (Photo via: SecretFanGirls)
Check out our review of AWOLNATION’s 2nd album Run, and find out the driving mood that goes along with each track on it.
Looking for a dreamy soundtrack to your late night comedowns and intimate conversations? Check out our review for Beach House’s new album, Depression Cherry.
See what letter grade we gave “Sometimes I Sit and Think, And Sometimes I Just Sit”. (photo via: ItsAllIndie)
Fleet Foxes’ former drummer has crafted a lush, disarmingly personal folk artifact of his own. Check our review before his Mission Creek performance!
