The Hawkeyes fell three points short in Ames, trapped in the same box they’ve always played in. Cautious routes and a passing game that refuses to breathe. Even glimpses of promise, like Gronowski’s 22-yard completion, couldn’t break them free from their rectangle of comfort.
The Hawkeyes came up just short in Ames, falling 16-13 to No. 16 Iowa State in a rivalry game that slipped away in the final minutes. Despite a strong defensive showing and improved play from QB Mark Gronowski, Iowa’s offense couldn’t find enough answers as the Cyclones snapped the Hawkeyes’ six-game win streak at Jack Trice Stadium.
The Englert Theatre will host the inaugural Iowa City Songwriters Festival, headlined by Jeff Tweedy and Joy Oladokun, this weekend from September 4-6. Sprawling across many of Iowa City’s favorite venues, this town wide event is bound to be memorable.
Iowa opened the 2025 season with a 34-7 win over UAlbany, leaning on a dominant run game and stout defense after early passing struggles. Transfer QB Mark Gronowski made his debut, while Kirk Ferentz tied Woody Hayes for the most wins in Big Ten history.
From August 1-3, Hinterland Festival returned to the fields of St Charles, Iowa, as a resounding success. After a sweltering-hot 2024, Hinterland rebounded and restored fanbase trust for many years to come.
At just 15 years old, Grayson Chapeau has spent nearly his entire life in a fight he never chose, against an inoperable brain tumor. But in the stands of a summer-league baseball team, he’s become something more: a symbol of joy, resilience, and a small town’s beating heart.
Although others received “Currents” by Tame Impala with praise and celebration, I think the music emanates creepiness and monotony.
Looking for the perfect background music for your Halloween bash? Interested in obscure or weird instruments? Read this month’s “What’s That Sound?” to learn about the theremin! (Photo via: moogmusic.com)
This week’s Up and Coming is the Texas trio Dear You. Photo: https://www.facebook.com/dearyoutx
Check out KRUI.FM writer Caitlin Medina’s new column, Up and Coming, which features bands who haven’t made it quite yet in the Indie scene.
Jenny Lewis speaks bluntly on gender roles in this week’s Track of the Week, “Just One of The Guys.”
NehruvianDOOM, the collaboration between young rapper Bishop Nehru and super villain MF DOOM has finally dropped.
William Fitzsimmons at the Englert turned out to be one interesting show.
Check out the Track of the Week “I’m Not Park of Me” by Cloud Nothings.
Check out this album review of Wondrous Bughouse by Youth Lagoon here.
Check out this week’s Track of the Week by indie singer-songwriter Basia Bulat.
