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Author: Sam Lavin

They Might Be Giants

December 7, 2018

This is a full interview with John Flansburgh from They Might Be Giants who called into the studio recently He talks with DJ Sam…

Lowfaith Interview

October 8, 2018

Danny and Cole from gloom rock band Lowfaith came in to promote their new album “On Loss,” as well as their midwest tour, which…

Vinyl Theatre Interview

September 21, 2018

On Thursday, September 20, Keegan Calmes from Indie Rock sensation Vinyl Theatre called into the studio for a one on one interview with KURE…

Credit: Karina Abbott

Abbott: Pitchfork Music Festival Review

August 1, 2018

KURE’s Karina Abbott stepped foot into one of the largest music festivals in the Midwest and reported back her findings. Read on to see the magic that was created in Chicago’s Union Park.

Credit: Pitchfork Music Festival

Preview: Day Three of Pitchfork Music Festival

July 21, 2018

We’re counting down the days to the Pitchfork Music Festival by looking at the artists featured in the spotlight. Day Three headliners include low-fi artist (Sandy) Alex G and Canadian band Japandroids.

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