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Punk Meets Hip-Hop in YUNGBLUD Show
British singer gives buzzworthy performance at Miller Lite Oasis. Read more
Jul. 05, 2019 12:55 p.m. Nayeli Portillo Concert Reviews
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The Eradicator Celebrates Punk, Squash
A 30-year-old Kids in the Hall skit provides the unlikely inspiration for a very weird band. Read more
Apr. 02, 2019 3:26 p.m. Michael Carriere Music Feature
Andy Gill Talks 40 Years of Gang of Four
On the 40th anniversary of Gang of Four's debut, founder Andy Gill discusses the band's latest lineup and new album. Read more
Feb. 12, 2019 4:16 p.m. Bill Forman Music Feature
X-Ray Arcade Creates an All-Ages Games and Music Destination in Cudahy
The owners of Cudahy's new X-Ray Arcade set out to create an events space that could morph into whatever the community wants it to be. Read more
Feb. 05, 2019 2:21 p.m. Evan Rytlewski Music Feature
Soul, Punk and Political Folk Featured in New Books
A variety of authors explore the diversity of 20th century American music. Read more
Jan. 17, 2019 11:28 a.m. David Luhrssen Books
Locate Your Lips: For Kenny (Happy Growl Records)
For Kenny is both a tribute to Kenny Baldwin (who passed in 2015) and a worthy document of the trio in action. Read more
Dec. 27, 2018 9:10 a.m. Blaine Schultz Album Reviews
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Direct Hit Shake Things Up on "Crown of Nothing"
The pop-loving Milwaukee punk band's latest album is their most varied and daring yet. Read more
Nov. 20, 2018 3:25 p.m. Evan Rytlewski Local Music
Milwaukee's 37th Trashfest was as Trashy as Billed
The tawdry Milwaukee tradition returned for another night of punk, drag, high-concept covers and very tasteless jokes. Read more
Nov. 12, 2018 11:45 a.m. Jamie Lee Rake Concert Reviews
Telethon Dole Out Power-Pop Pleasures on Their "Modern Abrasive" EP
Even on a relatively concise project, the ambitious Milwaukee pop-punk band can't resist a little theatrical embellishment. Read more
Nov. 09, 2018 10:49 a.m. Evan Rytlewski On Music
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Absolutely Reward Patience on "Plays Pillory Crown Shyness"
The Milwaukee post-hardcore trio's latest album is their most immersive yet. Read more
Nov. 06, 2018 12:29 p.m. Evan Rytlewski On Music
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Shilpa Ray Brings Her Unconventional Blues-Punk to the Bay View Bash
The unconventional Brooklyn musician and Nick Cave collaborator headlines the Bay View Bash's Rush-Mor Records stage Saturday night. Read more
Sep. 11, 2018 8:00 a.m. Blaine Schultz Music Feature
Direct Hit is Opening a DIY Venue in Cudahy's Former Metal Grill
The still-unnamed venue will feature a mini-arcade and will host all-ages shows. Read more
Sep. 06, 2018 10:51 a.m. Evan Rytlewski On Music
Red Lodge Find Catharsis and Comradery on Their Debut EP
The Milwaukee trio Red Lodge don"t hold back on their debut EP of riot grrrl-influenced feminist punk. Read more
Aug. 21, 2018 4:38 p.m. Daniel Agacki Local Music
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Alice Bag Adds Another Chapter to Her Chicana Punk Story
Alice Bag, the 59-year-old Chicana trailblazer, punk singer, songwriter, author and activist, speaks to the times on her new album, Blueprint. Read more
Jul. 10, 2018 3:25 p.m. Nayeli Portillo Music Feature
Politics Disrupts Show at Riverwest Public House
A bartender interrupted the oi band VexNation's set to question their politics, having confused the oi subculture with that of racist, neo-nazi skinheads. Read more
Jul. 03, 2018 9:06 a.m. Franklin K.R. Cline Happening Now
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Milwaukee's Sex Scenes Wrestle with Awfulness on 'h'
Stream the magnificently pointed 15-minute full length from the trashy Milwaukee punk quartet Sex Scenes. Read more
May 22, 2018 11:44 a.m. Evan Rytlewski On Music
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Sheer Mag Stick to Their Guns
"You can still have your ethics, do what you feel is right and move forward as a band," Sheer Mag's Tina Halladay says of her band's growing popularity. "You don't have to just give in." Read more
May 15, 2018 2:57 p.m. Lauren Keene Music Feature
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Milwaukee's Straightedge Devotees Forced Impact Preach Independence
It's not easy being in a straightedge punk band in a city like Milwaukee. It's even harder when you're still in high school. Read more
May 01, 2018 3:41 p.m. Evan Casey Local Music
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Dodgeball Club Don't Overthink It
On their debut EP, the Milwaukee quartet Dodgeball Club spike their lively pop-punk with '80s hair-metal guitar theatrics. Read more
Apr. 17, 2018 2:08 p.m. Evan Rytlewski Music Feature
Absolutely Cast a Deep Chill on Their Comeback Single "Paradigm"
It's been four years since we last heard new music from the elusive Milwaukee post-punk outfit, but now they've shared the first taste of their upcoming album. Read more
Mar. 15, 2018 9:21 a.m. Evan Rytlewski On Music