RECAP: Lollapalooza 2021, Day Two

A trip of hip hop heavy hitters were the focal point of day two in Grant Park.
Read moreA trip of hip hop heavy hitters were the focal point of day two in Grant Park.
Read moreEmerging pop artist Carson Taylor has a new single and video out. Directed by Brad Roehl, the visuals show Taylor out in the beautiful state of Oregon. He’s catching a vibe in Portland, in the forests, and near the water. The song is about lacking purpose and resenting yourself for it, so you become determined to crawl out of your
Read moreHarsh noise artist Peter J. Woods has a new album out today. With this 39-track-long experiment, Woods uses sonic combinations and fragmented samples to represent the breaking-down of objects, ideas, and experiences that culminate into the human experience. It’s intentionally not cohesive because that would be disingenuous with the irregularities of our conscious perceptions. While periods may feel unpleasant or
Read more“Hip Hop Carnival” is a song released by husband and wife duo Mega Sean and Mz Tulip as part of their double album ‘The Rise Of M Pt 1 & 2’. In a fun manner, the song tells the story of how many artists in the hip hop genre are no permanent fixtures, but rather pop up and disappear like
Read moreDummy Amade started as a character that Mark Biser made based on a pun about a dirty flick’s name involving Amadeus Mozart on 30 Rock. The character was made years ago to play the host for a show that he just got done filming recently. He was originally only going to make the soundtrack for the show, then focus on
Read moreThousands flocked to Grant Park for a star-studded first night of the festival.
Read moreElectronic duo Mood Migration have the visual out for “Stars Apart” off their recent record “By Fire.” Shot by Jon Banach, the video features the boys out on the beach with fellow artist TheyKhem. They take a stroll, sing together, and observe the waves as the sun sets. It’s a summery scene from Mood Migration; we’re excited to hear more
Read moreIndie pop artist Murphy Kaye’s latest single and video is about feeling confused and directionless. Despite this, you have someone by your side that makes pain and chaos a bit more bearable. You have this person’s back and vice versa no matter what; all of this is done musically with a slower tempo that erupts into a grander orchestration of
Read moreExperimental-ambient artist Space Whaler has a new EP out. Themed around depression, this body of work makes use of distorted monologues and rain sounds and minimalist guitars. We truly feel draped in the cloak of despair with these incredibly melancholy soundscapes. “Abyss” contains lyrics about being locked in a cage while watching creatures fly freely, while “Reward” spans for over
Read moreThe artist and producer team up for the sequel to a release from earlier this year.
Read moreElectronic producer Tanner Dixon has a new EP out on User Friendly. It’s two tracks of deep house bliss certain to get you out on the dance floor and groove to the minimalist disco beats. Both songs are almost seven minutes long, so try not to wear yourself out! Tanner Dixon set out to make this EP hoping not to
Read moreAcclaimed electronic artist Haywyre teamed up with vocalist Sixten for a new track this week. It’s a funk-tronic jam about calling out for someone that won’t leave your side no matter what you’re going through. Even if you go through changes, the comfort of this person is a constant. Hopefully it’s a sign of more to come from Haywyre soon
Read moreIndie pop group West Nile Crows have a new single from upcoming EP “Negative.” It’s a song about turning a blind eye to learning new things and staying in your bubble. Ignorance is bliss, and West Nile Crows channel the emotional pain of dealing with close-minded people through this dreamy ditty. The EP will be out at the end of
Read moreSouthern California-based singer-songwriter Alisha Liston is certainly not your usual artist. She is only thirteen years old, and despite her very young age, is unveiling no less than her eleventh release, the astonishingly beautiful single titled “Paint On A Cloud.” After the previously released single “Whose Definition,” counting tens of thousands of streams on Spotify alone, Liston continues her speedy
Read moreAlthough “Ours”, the latest single from Louise Aubrie and the leadoff track from her forthcoming LP Antonio (slated for an October 15th release) is only three and a half minutes long, it’s characterized by motion or, as is apparent from listening to it, a series of motions.
Read moreM545 keep their introductory phase strong with a fast new single.
Read moreMoses and Slang Troubadour are about to turn heads with their new group.
Read moreThere’s comfortable tension in the singer/songwriter’s new song.
Read moreThe band combines alternative rock subgenres in a way that creates endless possibility.
Read moreThe two minute track showcases everything that the rapper does well.
Read moreZolton fully embraces the summer on his new album.
Read moreNile is back at it with a new track combining style and substance.
Read moreWave Chapelle pays an ode to the long work hours on his new single.
Read moreGet the latest in Milwaukee music with this week’s selections.
Read moreYoung Kaso’s music consists mainly of lofi and hip hop beats with some trap elements. His musical influences include Powfu, Kendrick Lamar, Lil Peep and Juice WRLD. He sells CDs but is working steadily on a new album that’s due towards the end of this year. He likes to spend extra time on his music to make sure it’s good
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