The Rolling Bean: “Humble Daisy” by XTC

March 6, 2018

This article is an interview/review combo over the song “Humble Daisy” by XTC. The author interviewed a subject over their favorite song, did research herself, and then expressed her own personal opinions on the piece. Image via: amazon.com

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Stella: “It’s My Way!” by Buffy Sainte-Marie

March 5, 2018

By Elaine Irvine

Read more about Buffy Sainte-Marie, her activism, and her album “It’s My Way!” here! (Image via: Amazon)

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Stella: “Baduizm” by Erykah Badu

March 1, 2018

By Elaine Irvine

Read about Erykah Badu and her album “Baduizm” here! (Image via True Too)

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Ode To Protest Music: Culture Club

February 27, 2018

By Joshua Balicki

The rise and fall of Boy George and Culture Club. Image via: billboard.com

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Album Review: And the Horse He Rode in On by Shakey Graves

February 14, 2018

By Haley Bean

An album review of the folksy singer Shakey Graves and his latest album.
Photo VIA: The Des Moines Register

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A Symbol of Resistance: Veteran Journalist Siddiq Baloch Laid to Rest

February 14, 2018

By Constance Judd

Last week, a prominent radio journalist Siddique Baloch passed away. One of our DJs, Inayat Baloch, held a tribute show in his honor. Feel free to read this article about Siddique Baloch!
Image VIA: The DAWN.

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Matcha, Manga, Mayonnaise: Exercise

February 8, 2018

By Onae Parker

Anyone up for some rajio taiso?
Image Via: Yahoo!

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Matcha, Manga, and Mayonnaise: Coming Home in Japan

February 5, 2018

By Onae Parker

When “home sweet home” means something a little different.
Image via livedoor blog.

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KRUI Album Review: Lotta Sea Lice by Courtney Barnett & Kurt Vile

February 5, 2018

By Carla Seravalli

Barnett and Vile’s collaborative album Lotta Sea Lice shows the two working off each other’s influences, while creating an utterly new sound together. While it lacks some dynamic variation, their styles compliment each other interestingly, and it tells a compelling story about how they became friends. (image via: pitchfork.com)

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Show Review: Magician Nate Staniforth at The Englert Theatre 2/03/2018

February 5, 2018

By Kris Yambao

Read the review about a great magician here! (Image via: realmagictour.com)

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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

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The Rolling Bean: “Humble Daisy” by XTC

Stella: “It’s My Way!” by Buffy Sainte-Marie

Stella: “Baduizm” by Erykah Badu

Ode To Protest Music: Culture Club

Album Review: And the Horse He Rode in On by Shakey Graves

A Symbol of Resistance: Veteran Journalist Siddiq Baloch Laid to Rest

Matcha, Manga, Mayonnaise: Exercise

Matcha, Manga, and Mayonnaise: Coming Home in Japan

KRUI Album Review: Lotta Sea Lice by Courtney Barnett & Kurt Vile

Show Review: Magician Nate Staniforth at The Englert Theatre 2/03/2018

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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