During the new Stop/Time Festival on April 4th, I had the pleasure of attending a reading by acclaimed poet Danez Smith at the Englert Theatre.
Continuing to find inspiration in Iowa City’s arts community. KRUI’s Tarik took a little day trip to Hancher’s new Stop/Time Festival, losing himself in two incredible performances from Evicshen and Sharp Pins.
Logan Melia sits down with Eve 6 at Innings Festival in Tempe, Arizona. Eve 6 took some time after their slot to discuss their early days playing gigs at small cafes all the way to a racetrack.
Luke Combs came to Ames, Iowa with his My Kinda Saturday Night Tour on April 11th, 2026
After listening to a lot of jazz over the past week, culminating in an amazing performance by renowned trumpeter Ambrose Akinmusire and the PUBLIQuartet last Friday at the Stop/Time Festival presented by Hancher Auditorium, I’ve come to the conclusion that most jazz isn’t meant for an audience at all.
Logan Melia talks about Six Foot Blonde’s headlining gig at Lincoln Hall on January 9th, 2026 with support form Pretoria and Violet Crime
Photos from KRUI’s exclusive in-studio with The Hold Steady on November 17th, 2010. (Photos by Christy Aumer.)
By Emily Levins Dye It Blonde is the sophomore effort from the Chicago-based group of twenty-somethings, Smith Westerns. The album is a wonderful mix of youth, rebellion, and love, all set to a backdrop of fuzzy and dreamy instrumentals. The songs have a certain drunken haze to them, seen especially with album opener, “Weekend.” This ten-song collection is the perfect blend of carefree and catchy, a fun and exciting soundtrack to the glory days of adolescence. Smith Westerns – Weekend
By Trent Harrison Mogwai’s trademark humor is apparent throughout their newest release, Hardcore Will Never Die, But You Will. As if the title wasn’t proof enough, sections of the album deviate greatly from their previous sound, using upbeat synthesizers, vocoded vocals, and simple rock compositions. Regardless, every track incorporates a wide range of dynamics, sonically beautiful atmospheres, and meticulous attention to detail. Complete with an infectious, repetitive melody and fuzzy, doom-drone guitars, “Rano Pano” is by far one of the standout tracks on the album. The album’s brooding, 8-minute closer, “You’re Lionel Richie,” uses soft dynamics to create an enormous … Continued
Fitz and the Tantrums killed it last night at Blue Moose. Check out our photos from the inaugural show in the Low Frequency Series.
By Drew Ingersoll We had the pleasure of having the Wailers stop by for an intimate KRUI Underground session with us at Public Space One on Saturday, February 5th before taking stage at The Blue Moose Tap House. The crowd varied from young children to older adults who all experienced the interview by KRUI’s own Alina Perez Gomez and a two song set by The Wailers. They emphasized being humanitarians, musicians, and taking pride in education. Stay tuned for more remote broadcasts from Public Space One. A live stream and/or video will be up shortly. Photos by Lars Headington
Rank Artist Recording Label User Supplied Version 1 IRON AND WINE Kiss Each Other Clean Warner Bros. 2 SMITH WESTERNS Dye It Blond Fat Possum 3 TENNIS Cape Dory Fat Possum 4 NO JOY Ghost Blonde Mexican Summer 5 DESTROYER Kaputt Merge 6 ELVIS COSTELLO National Ransom Hear 7 DEERHOOF Deerhoof Vs. Evil Polyvinyl 8 MATT AND KIM Sidewalks Fader 9 BLANK DOGS Land And Fixed Captured Tracks 10 BELLE AND SEBASTIAN Write About Love Matador 11 DELICATE STEVE Wondervisions Luaka Bop 12 GOSPEL CLAWS C-L-A-W-S Common Wal 13 AKRON/FAMILY S/T II: The Cosmic Birth And Journey Of Shinju TNT … Continued
Fitz and the Tantrums are kicking off our Low Frequency Series tomorrow night at Blue Moose.
Find out why we think this show will be the best $3 you’ve spent in a long time.
Dan Deacon will be headlining our Logo and Website Launch Party this Saturday. Find out why we think this show simply cannot be missed.
Stream the new Toro Y Moi album, Underneath the Pine here. UK electronic song writer’s debut Tep and The Logic here. Enjoy!
April 18th, with special guest Justin Townes Earle
