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

December 17, 2025

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

December 4, 2025

By Carson Chittick

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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Album Review: An exploration of nature, music, and technology with Björk’s “Cornucopia: Live”

November 18, 2025

By Clara Carrion

Bjork’s latest “Cornucopia: Live” album is a near spiritual experience with her haunting vocals and eclectic melodies capturing the essence of the original songs, magnifying their impact.

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Concert Preview: New Wave Glamour with Nuovo Testamento at the James, Nov. 12

November 11, 2025

By Lee Nienhaus

This Wednesday on November 12th, Iowa City embraces the New Wave revival as the trailblazing band, Nuovo Testamento performs at The James Theater as part of The Englert’s Track Zero Series.

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Concert Preview: Spin Art, painting the scene with sound

October 10, 2025

By Madison White

In the crowded gallery of rising bands, few make as bold a splash as Iowa’s own prog pop-punks Spin Art, performing live at Lefty’s in Des Moines this weekend.

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Concert Preview: Father John Misty at Val Air Ballroom DSM on October 1

October 1, 2025

By Pauly

Father John Misty returns to Iowa tonight on October 1st at the Val Air Ballroom in Des Moines for the first time since performing at 80/35 festival in 2022, a show I was not only at, but also vaguely remember.

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Your Arms Are My Cocoon brought the death of a rabbit tour to Iowa City (again!) – September 23, 2025

October 1, 2025

By Chase Haydock

Last week, Chicago’s emo sweethearts Your Arms Are My Cocoon returned to Iowa City (again!), this time in the basement of someone’s house.

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NewDad on homesickness, fame and sacrifice in their latest album: Altar

September 29, 2025

By Clara Carrion

Amidst 2025’s exciting alternative rock scene, Irish trio NewDad released their second studio album on September 19, Altar. Expanding on punk and soft rock elements from their first studio album Madra, the band also pulls from shoegaze with the explosive, distorted guitars and airy vocals that build the new record’s atmosphere.

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‘Bluff Street: From the Vault’ preview

September 26, 2025

By Will Clair

Bluff Street, a new band from Cedar Falls is bringing their heartfelt indie rock and to Iowa City, only at the James this Saturday.

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Jefferson Starship landing at the Englert, September 21

September 18, 2025

By Carson Chittick

This weekend, the one and only Jefferson Starship will be taking off at the Englert Theatre! This legendary band has stood the test of time and continues to tour today, but how is it possible they’re still here after 50 years?

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KRUI Staff Picks: Best Releases of March 2026

From true Iowan emos, to psychedelic folk, to Polska amidst a heartbreaking World Cup Qualifier loss, our KRUI Staff recommends some of our favorite releases from March, 2026!

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Stop/Time Festival 2026 Preview, a new festival celebrating music and the arts across Iowa City

A new festival produced by Hancher Auditorium is taking place in Iowa City this weekend. Stop/Time Festival celebrates contemporary musicians and interdisciplinary arts this Friday and Saturday, April 3-4.

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Iowa City Starbucks Keeps Fighting Back with Open Doors

A series of strikes against the coffee conglomerate’s treatment of workers are currently underway. The current strikes follow Starbucks’s refusal to honor the years-long demands of workers.

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First Person POV of NASW “Legislative Day on the Hill,” February 24, 2026

Take a look inside the National Association of Social Worker’s 2026 “Legislative Day on the Hill” at the Iowa Capitol building through Carson’s eyes and ears.

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KRUI Staff Picks: Best Releases of March 2026

Stop/Time Festival 2026 Preview, a new festival celebrating music and the arts across Iowa City

Bob Dylan: Rough and Rowdy in Iowa City, March 25th, 2026

Dead to Me, reminiscing on Bob Weir of the Grateful Dead

A Team of Dreamers

The Price of a Miracle, Women’s Basketball Iowa v. Virginia

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

Album Review: An exploration of nature, music, and technology with Björk’s “Cornucopia: Live”

Concert Preview: New Wave Glamour with Nuovo Testamento at the James, Nov. 12

Concert Preview: Spin Art, painting the scene with sound

Concert Preview: Father John Misty at Val Air Ballroom DSM on October 1

Your Arms Are My Cocoon brought the death of a rabbit tour to Iowa City (again!) – September 23, 2025

NewDad on homesickness, fame and sacrifice in their latest album: Altar

‘Bluff Street: From the Vault’ preview

Jefferson Starship landing at the Englert, September 21

KRUI Staff Picks: Best Releases of March 2026

Stop/Time Festival 2026 Preview, a new festival celebrating music and the arts across Iowa City

Iowa City Starbucks Keeps Fighting Back with Open Doors

A Team of Dreamers

The Price of a Miracle, Women’s Basketball Iowa v. Virginia

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