Chicago Bears Extend Win Streak to Four with 26-14 Victory Over Saints

October 21, 2025

By Alex Izienicki

Soldier Field finally had something to celebrate again, as the Chicago Bears snapped their eight-game losing streak to the New Orleans Saints with a 26-14 win. Powered by a dominant defense and resurgent run game, the Bears overcame offensive struggles to notch their fourth straight win and move to 4-2 on the season.

Father John Misty played “I Love You, Honeybear” for the 602nd time in Des Moines at Val Air Ballroom, October 1.

October 21, 2025

On October 1, 2025, I journeyed to Val Air Ballroom in Des Moines to see a performance from Father John Misty, and left with a disappointment most bitter and foul, great show though!

Between Silicon and Soil: AI’s Impact on Iowa’s Academic Landscape

October 20, 2025

By Amman Hassan

Iowa education’s system has embraced the arrival of artificial cal intelligence with no signs of slowing down. However, some have raised concerns that it may lead to its downfall while others see it as a successor to the internet and printing press.

When We Were Young in Las Vegas, 2025 Festival Preview

October 17, 2025

This weekend, Las Vegas will host the fourth edition of When We Were Young. A festival celebrating the scene out in the desert holds more than you’ve bargained for as 53 bands take on 4 stages in 1 day. A whirlwind for every pair of vans and fishnets in the pit, it’s Christmas in October for many. Here is your stage by stage preview of When We Were Young 2025.

October 4th: White Reaper, World’s Worst & Lip Critic at Gabe’s. Lip Critic’s Hex Dealer Album & Show Review.

October 15, 2025

Reviewing White Reaper, World’s Worst and Lip Critic at Gabe’s on Oct. 4th. The Englert’s Track Zero series continues to expose exciting up-and-coming artists in the electronic and alternative rock scene.

KRUI Big Room Show & Concert Preview: Night Moves at Gabe’s this Wednesday, Oct. 15th!

October 14, 2025

By Carson Chittick

Minneapolis alt-rock band Night Moves is heading all the way to Gabe’s in Iowa City this Wednesday night, October 15th. Opening acts will be performed by Dearborn, a four piece alt-rock band straight out of Iowa City, and pianist Sam Blasucci, a founding member of California-based indie band Mapache.

Show Preview: Haley Bonar at The Mill November 8th

November 6, 2012

Haley Bonar’s cool breathy folk is bringing its chill from Saint Paul, Minnesota down to Iowa City on Thursday, November 8th, hot on the heels of her released EP “Bad Reputation” which is out today on her own site at haleybonar.com where she also has 500 limited edition 7″s for sale. Concert begins at 9 PM at The Mill and tickets are $12. The show is 19+ after 10 PM.

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Show Preview: Iowa City Song Project at the Englert Theatre, The Mill, & more!

October 24, 2012

KRUI writer B. Condon offers a peek at the upcoming Iowa City Song Project release shows!

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Show Announcement: KRUI Presents Mumford’s & The Depaysement

October 19, 2012

By Kendall McCabe

KRUI’s Low Frequency Series is getting a re-boot! We’re proud to announce that Mumford’s & The Depaysement, with special guest Little Ruckus, will play Danforth Chapel on Friday, October 26th!

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“Nosferatu” Haunts the Englert Theatre’s Screen

October 9, 2012

On October 11, the Alloy Orchestra will provide a live score to “Nosferatu” at the Englert Theatre.

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Show Preview: Dino Mannone at PS1

September 16, 2012

By Kendall McCabe

Living legend Dino Mannone will perform a free show at PS1 this Wednesday at 10 PM. This is a once-in-a-lifetime event you won’t want to miss!

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Dino Mannone

KRUI & The Englert Theatre’s Mickey Hart Giveaway

August 9, 2012

By Vanessa Ruiz

Mickey Hart, a former drummer for The Grateful Dead, is coming to The Englert Theatre on August 22nd, and we’ve got a ticket and an autographed album to give away!

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80/35: A Midwestern Music Lover’s Dream

June 28, 2012

By Vanessa Ruiz

With 3 stages and over 40 bands, the 80/35 Music Festival will bring two full days of national, regional, and local music to Des Moines on July 6-7. Check out our picks for the must-see local bands at the festival!

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Mission Creek Daily Preview: Saturday and Sunday

March 31, 2012

By Alexa Squire

This year’s Mission Creek Festival only lasts until Sunday, which means there is even more musical goodness to pack into the end of your weekend. Check out our preview guide for Saturday and Sunday!

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Mission Creek Daily Preview: Friday

March 29, 2012

By Kendall McCabe

KRUI guides you through Friday, which brings a bundle of fantastic free shows for the broke college student, as well as David Cross, Sharon Van Etten, Lulacruza, The War On Drugs, and more!

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Mission Creek Daily Preview: Thursday

March 28, 2012

By Alexa Squire

Give our handy guide a read. We’ll help you navigate through the numerous Thursday Mission Creek shows!

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12:00 PM	12:00 PM 1:00 PM Laughing Lyre
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5:00 PM	5:00 PM 6:00 PM People Power Radio Hour
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Laughing Lyre
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
KRUI Spins
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
KRUI Spins
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Bijou Banter
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
People Power Radio Hour
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KRUI Spins
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The Evil Wizard Witching Hour
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Happy Happy Joy Joy Radio Hour
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
T.R.E.A.T.
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freemusicnow.net
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