The Cardiac Bears did it again. As they move onto round two of the playoffs, they send their rivals, the Green Bay Packers, back to the offseason training.
After discovering The Hold Steady at Riot Fest, Logan Melia sits down with Craig Finn to discuss his new solo record Always Been, the evolution of narrative songwriting, and finding meaning in modern American life. From faith and mental health to baseball heartbreak, the conversation spans far beyond music.
Even after a valiant fourth quarter comeback, the Chicago Bears fell short of the Detroit Lions at Soldier Field. Heading into the playoffs, they’ll once again face off against a bitter rival: the Green Bay Packers.
For nearly 40 years, Jhe Russell needed to be perfect. After all, his dance career demanded it. But when injuries and the chaos of life took him in a different direction, he found peace in a job he never expected.
KRUI is pretty special, not only do we like music, but we also enjoy other things! From movies, video games, a DJ set, and sports, here’s a list of some of our KRUI picks from all things media that we loved to see in 2025.
No. 23 Iowa closed the 2025 season with a statement win, knocking off No. 14 Vanderbilt in the ReliaQuest Bowl behind a clutch performance from senior quarterback Mark Gronowski. The victory snapped Iowa’s long skid against ranked opponents and served as a fitting sendoff for a senior class that chose loyalty and one last ride together.
An evening at Public Space One in Iowa City.
The Strumbellas continue their success as a premiere indie folk band with their new album “Hope.” Image courtesy of universalmusic.ca
Check out some brand new, folksy jams from The Lumineers. (photo via: npr.org)
High HIghs’ Jack Milas and Oli Chang don’t disappoint in their second album, Cascades.
PHOX’s performance at Mission Creek amazed and charmed audiences.
Check out the Jurkiewicz sister’s amazing harmonies on “Keep it Together.”
William Fitzsimmons at the Englert turned out to be one interesting show.
