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Music
Interview: Jano Rix of The Wood Brothers

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I sat down with multi-instrumentalists Jano Rix before his gig with The Wood Brothers at The Englert Theatre on November 12th. Taking a beat to touch on what shaped him artistically, his favorite illustrators, and the impact dancing has had in his adult life, Jano let us into how he makes a chaotic world feel focused and comfortable.

Sports
Cash in Hand 

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College athletes across the country are now receiving direct revenue-sharing payouts, fueling everything from luxury shopping sprees and impulsive spending to investments, charity, and family support. Their choices reveal how a generation of 18-to-22-year-olds is navigating sudden wealth in a rapidly shifting era where college sports now function like big-league business.

Music
Track of the Week

Track of the Week: “Lonesome” by Dr. Dog

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By Kendall McCabe Dr. Dog’s seventh full-length, Be The Void, was released on February 7, but we still can’t keep “Lonesome” out of our heads here at KRUI. The song’s sunny, classic rock feel is nothing new for the group, but rather a continuation of what was already great. Sloppily perfect vocals, big loopy melodies, and a jam session feel are what give “Lonesome” its easy-going charm.

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Track of the Week: “Museum of Flight” by Damien Jurado

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Damien Jurado, the notoriously gruff-voiced Seattleite, showcases his sweeter side and extensive vocal range on “Museum of Flight.” This single ends a long period of anticipation for fans- his last release was 2010’s Saint Bartlett. Maraqopa, his latest solo album, is set to be released by Secretly Canadian on February 21, 2012.

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