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Music
Craig Finn Interview

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.

Online Content
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.

Film
KRUI Staff Picks our Favorite Media of 2025

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.

Sports
Iowa Wraps the Bowtie on 2025 with Bowl Win Over Vanderbilt

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.

By Max Johnson Max Weinberg just doesn’t quit. Personally, if I became drummer of the E Street Band, I would call it a day and rest on my laurels. If I appeared on some of the best records of the past thirty years, my first thought wouldn’t be to go on to assemble one of the best bands on late night television. And if I did all of that, I certainly wouldn’t want to jump right into making an entirely new band, playing classics from Buddy Rich and swing versions of Springsteen songs. Thankfully, Mr. Weinberg has it covered. And … Continued

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Poison Control Center talked busking for burritos in Tempe, receiving glowing Pitchfork reviews, and opening for Pavement in Kansas City today at KRUI. They also played 3 songs (one never before released) live in the studio. We posted some samples at Printsy if you want to check it out. Poison Control Center sat down and told us about their awesome beautiful wedding courtesy of Fame Park Studios complete with beautiful roses and flowers. Top Row, L-R: Joey Terry (Bass/Trumpet/Vocals), Devin Frank (Guitar/Vocals), David Olson (Drums/Vocals), Patrick Fleming (Guitar/Vocals), Max Johnson (KRUI Interviewer/Assistant General Manager). Bottom Row, L-R: Kendall McCabe (KRUI … Continued

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