Mission Creek Promo: Sister Wife

April 3, 2018

Illinois indie music duo Sister Wife comes to Iowa City’s Mission Creek festival at the Englert theater on April 6. Image via: missioncreekfestival.com

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Rock Dont Walk: It’s getting spooky.

October 31, 2017

By Mary Mathis

Tracks that will ensure you feel that Halloween spirit! Image via: JoyTunes.com

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Concert Review: Conor Oberst @ Englert Theatre 3/26/2017

March 29, 2017

By Landon Kuhlmann

Conor Oberst returned to the Englert Theater backed by the Felice Brothers. (Image via The Englert Theater)

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Album Review: “Hope” by The Strumbellas

May 25, 2016

By David Becker

The Strumbellas continue their success as a premiere indie folk band with their new album “Hope.” Image courtesy of universalmusic.ca

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Album Review: “Next Thing” by Frankie Cosmos

May 10, 2016

By Camden Kent

Frankie Cosmos’s newest record “Next Thing” may be her most popular work yet, but that doesn’t save it from being rather forgettable (Photo via: PitchFork.com).

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Album Review: “Bemidji” by Daniel Ellsworth & The Great Lakes

April 25, 2016

By Landon Kuhlmann

Daniel Ellsworth and company show us a good time with their new EP “Bemidji.”

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Album Review: “Cascades” by High Highs

April 18, 2016

By Alix Moad

High HIghs’ Jack Milas and Oli Chang don’t disappoint in their second album, Cascades.

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Mission Creek: PHOX @ The Mill 4/7/16

April 8, 2016

By Tanvi Yenna

PHOX’s performance at Mission Creek amazed and charmed audiences.

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Album Review: “Not To Disappear” by Daughter

February 3, 2016

By Tanvi Yenna

Check out Daughter’s latest album “Not To Disappear” here!

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Album Review: “Nothing Can Destroy” by Sleep Study

December 28, 2015

By Logan Grant

Read all about Sleep Study’s new album, “Nothing Can Destroy.”

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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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Never Let It Rest: Bears stun Packers 22-16 in overtime thriller

An overtime thriller, a stadium on edge, and a Bears team pushed to its limit. From the moment the clock hit zero to the final snap in OT, this one had everything. And it might say more about this team than just a win.

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

An uncommon, stress-free win for the Chicago Bears puts them back at the top of the NFC North. A rematch with their rival Packers awaits.

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Never Let It Rest: Bears stun Packers 22-16 in overtime thriller

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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Mission Creek Preview: Black Belt Eagle Scout

This Week in Music History: “Trick” by Alex G

Vibe? Checked. – An Indie Music Roundup

Mission Creek Promo: Sister Wife

Rock Dont Walk: It’s getting spooky.

Concert Review: Conor Oberst @ Englert Theatre 3/26/2017

Album Review: “Hope” by The Strumbellas

Album Review: “Next Thing” by Frankie Cosmos

Album Review: “Bemidji” by Daniel Ellsworth & The Great Lakes

Album Review: “Cascades” by High Highs

Mission Creek: PHOX @ The Mill 4/7/16

Album Review: “Not To Disappear” by Daughter

Album Review: “Nothing Can Destroy” by Sleep Study

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

Never Let It Rest: Bears stun Packers 22-16 in overtime thriller

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

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