Kanye’s Empty First Entry in the Vultures Series

February 19, 2024

Kanye after coming off a very problematic year comes out with a very problematic album. Along with this, the album is completely uninspired.

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Boldy James Embraces Vulnerability with “Penalty of Leadership”

January 26, 2024

By Maurice Crawford

With assistance from Canadian producer Nicholas Craven, Boldy James delivers a level of vulnerability and sincerity not often seen in his projects on his first project after a brutal car crash.

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Album Review: Terra Sancta’s “Exile”

May 3, 2023

By Jacob Siefke

Nearly ten years later, this is still one of the best dark ambient albums of all time. Photo courtesy of Malignant Records.

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Robert’s Reviews: JPEGMAFIA & Danny Brown are a force to be reckoned with on “SCARING THE HOES”

March 27, 2023

By Robert Rysz

Two of hip-hop’s most prolific weirdos release their long-awaited collaborative album.
Image via JPEGMAFIA on Twitter.

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Robert’s Reviews: Kali Uchis’ “Red Moon In Venus” is Endlessly Stunning

March 6, 2023

By Robert Rysz

Kali Uchis returns with her first project since 2020’s “Sin Miedo.”
Image via Pitchfork.com

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Robert’s Reviews: SoFaygo’s “Pink Heartz” is a mixed bag

November 14, 2022

By Robert Rysz

The Atlanta rapper returns with his long-awaited full-length debut.
Image via Complex.com

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Robert’s Reviews: Smino stuns with “Luv 4 Rent”

November 7, 2022

By Robert Rysz

The St. Louis star keeps things bright on his 3rd full-length studio album
Image via Pitchfork.com

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Robert’s Reviews: Carly Rae Jepsen continues to amaze with “The Loneliest Time”

October 31, 2022

By Robert Rysz

The Canadian pop star returns with her 6th full-length studio album
Image via Pitchfork.com

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Robert’s Reviews: Duckwrth astonishes with “Chrome Bull”

October 24, 2022

By Robert Rysz

The LA native pushes dance music far into the future on his latest EP.
Image via Duckwrth on twitter

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Robert’s Reviews: M.I.A. returns with “MATA”

October 17, 2022

By Robert Rysz

The London rapper’s 6th studio album is her first full-length release in over 6 years. Image via M.I.A on twitter

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Concert Review: Bladee Brings Dynamic Energy to His First-Time Performance in the Twin Cities

Stockholm cloud rap sensation Bladee performed in Minneapolis for the first time ever on November 10th, 2025. During his set, he played many of his own beloved songs and collaborations he’s made with members of his rap collective, Drain Gang.

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Review: Twin River Revivalist at Elray’s November 1st

Local Iowa City band Twin River Revivalist put on a great show last Halloweekend. With songs that can charge up any crowd, their next show at Elray’s this Friday, Dec. 5th is sure to be a good one.

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Democrats Tour Campus to Connect with Youth Voters, KRUI Talks with Clara Reynen

This month, Johnson County Democrats are conducting “listening tours” to connect with students at the University of Iowa, consisting of various extracurricular and undergraduate-based organizations and events. The listening tour works as an open forum for students to describe their needs, goals, and priorities when it comes to both elected officials and the Democratic Party.

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Iowa City Passes (LOST) Sales Tax

The vast majority of Voters in Iowa City turned out on Nov 4th to adopt a 1 % local-option sales tax (LOST), setting the stage for a shift in how the city will raise and allocate funds beginning next summer.

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Wish It Was Colder: Bears cruise past Browns, 31-3

Interview: KRUI With The Plain White T’s

The Iowa Heartlanders Field Trip Experience

Same Old Story: Bears lose to Packers, 28-21

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Kanye’s Empty First Entry in the Vultures Series

Boldy James Embraces Vulnerability with “Penalty of Leadership”

Album Review: Terra Sancta’s “Exile”

Robert’s Reviews: JPEGMAFIA & Danny Brown are a force to be reckoned with on “SCARING THE HOES”

Robert’s Reviews: Kali Uchis’ “Red Moon In Venus” is Endlessly Stunning

Robert’s Reviews: SoFaygo’s “Pink Heartz” is a mixed bag

Robert’s Reviews: Smino stuns with “Luv 4 Rent”

Robert’s Reviews: Carly Rae Jepsen continues to amaze with “The Loneliest Time”

Robert’s Reviews: Duckwrth astonishes with “Chrome Bull”

Robert’s Reviews: M.I.A. returns with “MATA”

Review: Twin River Revivalist at Elray’s November 1st

Democrats Tour Campus to Connect with Youth Voters, KRUI Talks with Clara Reynen

Iowa City Passes (LOST) Sales Tax

Wish It Was Colder: Bears cruise past Browns, 31-3

The Iowa Heartlanders Field Trip Experience

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