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AUDIO: Farewell Moonlight – “The Longest Winter”

Posted on November 10, 2023 by bslowbro Leave a comment

Alternative rockers Farewell Moonlight released their debut album last month. The 11-track record journeys through different stages of friendship and grief, incorporating elements of emo, folk, post-rock and even some power pop. Released just in time for colder months and shorter days, the eclectic display of layered despair and catharsis here confronts trials of rumination, endurance and acceptance, enlisting singer-songwriter

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AUDIO: Jorge Vallentine & The Honest Love – “Stockholm Syndrome”

Posted on November 10, 2023 by bslowbro Leave a comment

Singer-songwriter Jorge Vallentine has been charming Milwaukee venues over the last few years through his intensely convicted songwriting and emotive performances. He released a new single this week for his birthday, recorded live at Grace Lutheran Church this past February. The song is about finding the strength to leave toxic relationships and deprogramming the internal hardware convincing you to be

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AUDIO: Tai Mistyque – “Head Over Heart”

Posted on November 10, 2023 by bslowbro Leave a comment

R&B songstress Tai Mistyque dropped a new EP at the end of October. With six tracks that take us from tragedy to triumph, Mistyque kicks things off with “Get Through This” where she struggles to fathom the actions of a former lover, leading into “3rd Time” which channels the resulting grief. The next song “Reminder”, however, finds Mistyque owning her

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AUDIO: Stone Theory – “I Am the Seasons”

Posted on November 8, 2023 by bslowbro Leave a comment

Vintage rockers Stone Theory released their sophomore single last month. With a psychedelic rumble, “I Am the Season” engulfs us with a thunderous, howling hook that sweeps in like a hurricane, which fits perfect with Kelly Cole’s lyrical themes of change and conquest. Guitarist Kade Kozak’s solo is inspired by that of Jimi Hendrix’s song “Fire” – and it absolutely

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AUDIO: Overhand – “Do You Remember? / Far”

Posted on November 8, 2023 by bslowbro Leave a comment

Emo-indie rockers Overhand released a pair of singles a few weeks back. With a somber, cloudy atmosphere, these songs beckon to a former lover who still lives rent free in your head. “Do You Remember?” grasps to hold onto the wholeness you felt with this person, and “Far” mourns the dissolution of such wholeness. Overhand channel sorrowful yearning with these

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AUDIO: The LOL – “The Afterparty”

Posted on November 8, 2023 by bslowbro Leave a comment

Dance pop act The LOL (formerly known as Lauryl Sulfate & Her Ladies of Leisure) released their new album on Halloween. With twelve tracks, this album takes Sulfate’s signature blend of new wave, disco and hip hop into directions that are dark, glitchy and experimental. Sulfate tackles themes such as social media burnout (“So Much Fun”), making the most out

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VIDEO: JP the Brand – “Reveal”

Posted on November 7, 2023 by bslowbro Leave a comment

Hip hop artist JP the Brand dropped a new single and video recently. Shot by OceanLegacyCinematic, the visual finds Brand hanging out in a gallery and getting things off his chest while surrounded by luxury. His melodic flow and animated performance bring catchy bars yet raw honesty as he raps about being careful who he keeps around these days. JP

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VIDEO: RAT BATH – “Little Birds”

Posted on November 7, 2023 by bslowbro Leave a comment

County-core band RAT BATH – who recently dubbed their style “y’all-ternative” – are releasing an album on Friday and we’re stoked for it. They premiered a music video this past weekend for the tune “Little Birds”, taking them to a park where a carnival’s taking place. Wasting no time, RAT BATH join in on the fun and hit the bouncy

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VIDEO: Diet Lite – “Tom Tom Club”

Posted on November 7, 2023 by bslowbro Leave a comment

Beloved garage rockers Diet Lite released a new video on Friday, accompanying the song “Tom Tom Club” from their recent album “Into the Pudding.” Directed by Bridger Flory and Bobbie Knopp, the fun visual features bouncing silhouettes, psychedelic colors and a series of interpersonal conflicts. And some prayers too. Check it out!

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AUDIO: Saint Anyone – “Tell Me You’ll Stay”

Posted on November 6, 2023 by bslowbro Leave a comment

Saint Anyone is the indie rock project of David Gier. They just dropped a new single on Friday and it takes things in a pop punk direction. The song finds the narrator anxious to know that his lover isn’t going anywhere, needing reassurance that they’re both putting in the same amount of effort. Past heartbreak will have you on your

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AUDIO: Isreal Perez – “CREATE A LEGACY”

Posted on November 6, 2023 by bslowbro Leave a comment

Hip hop artist Isreal Perez dropped another single back in September. He’s thinking about the impact he’s going to leave here, rapping about overcoming adversity and putting in work every day with his eyes on the prize. “CREATE A LEGACY” is just a minute and 45 seconds, but that’s just enough time for Isreal Perez to thrown down a positive

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AUDIO: Quotes From Movies – “My Friends”

Posted on November 6, 2023 by bslowbro Leave a comment

Pop rockers Quotes From Movies dropped a new single last month. Channeling lots of quarter-life crisis energy, the song tackles the angst of finding yourself but surrounding yourself with all the right people as you navigate. Life’s always better that way! With an electrifying melody that harkens to late 90s/early 2000’s pop excellence, Quotes From Movies hold their circle tight

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AUDIO: Jacob Slade – “Soft Spoken”

Posted on November 6, 2023 by bslowbro Leave a comment

Singer-songwriter Jacob Slade dropped a new album last month. Bringing ten tracks, this record is the perfect soundtrack for a brisk fall day. Slade touches on coming-of-age themes such as retaining your sense of inner child (the title track), fearing the passage of time (“Undone”), love that comes and goes (“Ollie”) and giving yourself a break (“Slightly Worn”), untethering himself

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AUDIO: X Harlow – “Orchids”

Posted on November 6, 2023 by bslowbro Leave a comment

X Harlow dropped a new single last month, and it’s their first release with a couple new band members playing bass and wind instruments. The song has the dystopian industrial feel that X Harlow is keen on, dwelling in bleak soundscapes and driven by cold, emphatic vocals, but the added cacophony of a resonant bass line and shrieking flute and

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ARTIST SPOTLIGHTS: Nalani, World in Action, YMN

Posted on November 5, 2023 by bslowbro Leave a comment

Cactus Club hosted a benefit on Thursday night for the Palestine Red Crescent Society, an organization currently bringing urgent medical and humanitarian supplies to Gaza. The event was a joint effort between the venue and local group Milwaukee 4 Palestine, raising over $3,000 for the cause. Local acts Nalani, World in Action, Standstill and YMN all performed, packing the club

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AUDIO: Modern Joey – “Light”

Posted on November 4, 2023 by bslowbro One comment

Funk-jam rockers Modern Joey have been groovin’ up rooms around Milwaukee for years now, and there’s long been word of them finally releasing some studio recordings – well, that day has come. “Light” is Modern Joey’s debut single, kicking things into gear with some Americana-tinged rock and roll that channels feeling saved by a lover. It’s full of bluesy charm

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AUDIO: Serbata Tarrer – “The Dream is Alive”

Posted on November 4, 2023 by bslowbro Leave a comment

Dream pop artist Serbata Tarrer has released his debut single. With rolling synths and a lustrous guitar melody, the song is about opening your imagination up to endless possibilities. Sheens of blue, pink and purple emanate from the euphoric soundscapes of “The Dream is Alive”, making you feel like you’re on the shore of Lake Michigan watching the most patiently

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VIDEO: Isaiah M. Brown FT. Michael Darling – “Warm Body”

Posted on November 1, 2023 by bslowbro Leave a comment

Singer-songwriter Isaiah M. Brown returns with a new single and video. Directed by Suana Hasani, the scene finds Brown out in a secluded cabin reflecting on the shadows of memories left by unrequited love. He begs to know where someone’s heart resides if they’re only using someone to shut the world out, now that he’s left in a pit of

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AUDIO: Deerskin – “Moon Worms”

Posted on November 1, 2023 by bslowbro Leave a comment

Deerskin returned with a new single at the end of September. The seasoned producer’s psychedelic bass brings us to lunar landscapes for this one, where we stumble upon previously unknown invertebrates that don’t take kindly to visitors. Deerskin invokes sci-fi spirit that glares, glitches and groans with “Moon Worms” – buckle up!

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AUDIO: Crone – “Mossen Keep”

Posted on November 1, 2023 by bslowbro Leave a comment

Ambient-electronic artist Crone released a new album a few weeks back. Inspired by the mysterious landscapes of fantasy video games from the PS2 days, this album teems with nostalgic lore. Synths with medieval and magical touches wander off the beaten path into buried secrets and prophetic mysticism, like the side quests and Easter Eggs in games you spent hours trying

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AUDIO: RAYVEN – “Labyrinth”

Posted on October 30, 2023 by bslowbro Leave a comment

RAYVEN’s latest single dropped on Friday; the Racine pop artist gets heavily introspective with a darker mood here. She sings of choosing her own path, making sacrifices and feeling the weight of the world on her shoulders. But she’s determined to pursue her truth and navigate the maze with whatever it takes, licking her wounds and putting the past behind

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AUDIO: Bandoleer Bacall – “Life of Adventure”

Posted on October 30, 2023 by bslowbro Leave a comment

Indie rockers Bandoleer Bacall have their first new single out since 2021. This one’s got a jangly psych pop feel that will make you want to drive in the direction where it’s warm. Bandoleer Bacall show off their knack for putting abstract storytelling to nostalgic guitar pop, combining retro melodic and vocal sensibilities with resonant textures and conceptual imagery. We

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AUDIO: Elysian Stew – “Driving Thru the Desert to Burn a Million Dollars”

Posted on October 30, 2023 by bslowbro Leave a comment

Elysian Stew is the instrumental guitar project of Patrick Zyduck. He released his debut album last month, consisting of ten tracks that bring a Western twang feel. It’s a calming and introspective listen, flowing from one dynamic melody to another like a long car ride that traverses many different landscapes. Elysian Stew takes us on a stroll through the dry

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REVIEW: William Basinski, Claire Rousay at Thalia Hall

Posted on October 30, 2023 by bslowbro Leave a comment

William Basinski arrived in Chicago at Thalia Hall last Wednesday evening as part of his “The Last Symphony” tour. Opening for him was Claire Rousay. The concert was seated, providing an appropriately contemplative and intentional atmosphere for the performances. Originally from Texas, William Basinski is an experimental-ambient composer, sound artist, and classically trained clarinetist and saxophonist known for his work

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AUDIO: Efrat – “Between”

Posted on October 29, 2023 by bslowbro Leave a comment

Experimental artist and composer Efrat released their debut single a few weeks back. Collaborating with producer Charlie Koz, Efrat paints an opulent picture of sensory harmony here. Lush art pop sensibilities weave between layers of structural and textural palettes, spanning nearly seven minutes and consisting of hauntingly beautiful vocal chants that feel like peeks of light peppering darkness, intimately conveyed

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