A celebration took place in Chicago this September. The 20th edition of Riot Fest has come and passed, and while still covered in a layer of dirt and sweat, next year’s edition can’t come soon enough.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
This week’s episode features DJ Chuy Renteria of “The Amalgamation.” Outside of KRUI, Chuy is also a performing DJ with an interest in electronic/dance/house music.
Break out your hairspray, plug in the Atari and tune in to The Alternative Factor every Sunday on The Lab from 3:00 – 5:00 PM.
Paperback Rhino, Iowa City’s longest running improv comedy troupe, entertain every Sunday from 5-6pm on their show Paperback Radio
Jostna Dash explores Indian culture and shares the Importance of Indian Music to Lab listeners
Tony Andrys shares his passion for everything from the 90’s Thursdays from 4-6pm
Twee and Crumpets offers a look into the world of twee every Wednesday night at 8 in The Lab
