Singer-songwriter D.B. Rouse’s latest single he describes as “if The Beatles were from Louisville instead of Liverpool.” If you’ve heard Rouse’s tunes in the past then you’ll know that he’s got a knack for tongue-in-cheek humor and blunt storytelling, and this song is no different. He sings about being drunk and thinking it’s time to leave; he doesn’t know the
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Punk rockers and wrestling enthusiasts Florida Brothers Band released a new EP. Kicking things off with an intro created by synthwave artist BVSMV, the EP flings you right into the fun madness of punchy riffs and silly subject matter, tackling things like crooked politicians and the aftermath of eating White Castle. The third track is a cover of Electric Eels’
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Dub rocker E.B. Albeit released a new single. With a chillout groove, intoxicating harmonies and a fun hook, it’s a tune about being in motion while never turning back. Being on a bike gets you exploring, which Albeit uses figuratively to say that he’s constantly moving forward, utilizing echoed vocals and alternating melodies for added haze. Get to where you
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Experimental artists Dennis Hawk and Dave Schoepke continue their collaboration with a new piece. Soaring flutes and shimmering ambient textures pave the way for a profoundly meditative experience. The composition is meant to accompany yoga and does so in the spirit of courage through pain. Stay tuned for more relaxing tunes from Dennis Hawk and Dave Schoepke in the coming
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Hip hop artist and Cronies member 2Hi’s latest video accompanies a song from his most recent album “White Lighter Bad Luck” where he collaborated exclusively on the production with No B. Shot by 777, the black and white video finds 2Hi out and about at night with a lot on his mind. The song is about him feeling like he’s
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Creative collective Meltwater Pulse’s latest single is a collaboration between singer-songwriter Janalyn Rose and rapper D Wiz the MC. Featuring trip hop-esque production and strings, this song is all about forbidden romance. The fling occurs between two parties who each belong to someone else; obviously they know it can’t go past this one time, but now it’s weighing heavy with
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Indie rock act Barf Lord has two new songs out. The Lord continues their journey into hazy lo-fi melodies and abstract poeticism; “Jam Jars” evokes imagery of whimsical little spirits and slits of peeking light while “Plate” seems to touch on having a lot on your mind as you live day by day. Sealed in an envelope with love, Barf
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Mid Coast hosted their sixteenth edition at The Cooperage on Friday night featuring artists DizzyRandoms, Tre, and 0pticbox. They supported Milwaukee Alliance Against Racist & Political Repression (MAARPR), an organization that works with families of victims of police crimes to put an end to police misconduct, prison profiteering, political racism and economic injustice through organizing around the passage of legislation
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Rock and roll bands Stone Theory and Wonderful Bluffer took the stage on Boone and Crockett’s patio Friday night, drawing in a solid crowd for a picturesque Milwaukee summer night on the riverfront. Stone Theory are based in the Kenosha-Racine area. The band consists of vocalist/keyboardist Kelly Cole, guitarist Jacob Saal, guitarist/harmonicist Cade Kozak, bassist Jake Cole, and drummer Matt
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South Side artist GP El Magico dropped a new single and video recently. The video is shot by EsGee Films and directed by Sergio Soprano, finding El Magico hanging out with kids in the classroom and identifying himself with El Chavo. He raps about coming from the bottom of the barrel but now being the best at what he does,
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RUSTBELT, the new project from John Chiaverina, formerly known as Juiceboxxx, released the video for his debut single “Fade the Mix.” As he walks through a parking lot singing, clips of him performing in the past come flying in, which is a nice touch because the song is about the artist’s journey finding sense in life up to now. Gradually,
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Hip hop artist and producer Mike Regal returns with a new single and video. Shot by Lotus Valentine Visuals while edited by Hakeem Paragon, the scenes find Regal in the dark under flashing lights and ready to talk some shit. He raps on being star material and how he’s always got a way to get what he’s after; his girl
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Experimental electronic project Amphibient has a new EP out this week. With lo-fi and dub sensibilities, these two tracks have a space-ready aesthetic while retaining a sense of mystery. “7 Seas” has a tense atmosphere like you’re trying to discreetly get from Point A to Point B and “Boom” feels triumphant like you’re on a voyage home. Amphibient dedicates this
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Hip hop artist Yo Shorti’s latest single featuring Dae Flywalker now has the music video out. Shot by RuffCopy Films, the scene finds Shorti in the booth rapping about keeping focus, then hanging out with her friends and feeling herself with a blunt. The visual effects of money and sauce are a nice touch, hitting home that Yo Shorti and
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Emo pop punks Clementine have a new single out, and the band says it’s about sleeping. That said, the song will do everything except put you to sleep; it’s got fiery excitement that’ll get the whole building shaking, whether it’s from the radiant cries of vocalist Joseph Altamore or the blazing solo from lead guitarist Bennett Gillies. Jump around with
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Metalcore band Seven Cites Dead are out with a new EP. It’s three raging tracks of awakened suffering, being forsaken, and hate being sown. There’s a recurring theme of being controlled and pitted against one another here, and that gets channeled through shrieks, smacks and slams. Rob Ellis is featured on the title track’s vocals. Seven Cities Dead deliver the
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Rainbow Cobra is a new rock band to look out for, incorporating country and folk sensibilities into their warm sound. Their debut EP is out and it’s three songs that yearn for change and for something good to happen after putting yourself through hell. With rugged honesty about seeking a better place, Rainbow Cobra let out a cry with “Falcon
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Indie pop band Pescatarian at Best recently dropped their second single. It’s a fun one about taking your parents to old folks’ homes with mom going to the good one and dad going to the bad one. The song makes humor out of a normally difficult situation, swelling with an explosive rock punch in doing so. Pescatarian at Best take
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Art rockers Large Print are out with their companion EP to “In the Clouds” from earlier this year. Comparatively and fittingly so, this record takes things in a drearier direction with songs about feeling down and being in disguise. You get put right in a storybook with scenes containing imagery of gray skies, objects collecting dust, or a rose wilting
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Hip hop artists The Oshi and Rio Dinero teamed up for a summer anthem. It’s a banger about no one being able to tell you shit; Rio Dinero flexes to the bank and he’ll easily knock anyone aside who gets in his way, then Oshi comes in calling out those who shoot but don’t score. The two rappers talk the
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Psych-electrofolk project Mere of Light released a video for “The Wood Between the Worlds” off their new EP “Haptica.” Shot by Grace Mitchell, the scenes here find Elise and Eddie on the beach performing abstract movements as liquid trickles over their bodies like the elements of nature interacting with one another. Tranquil to the sensory while vast in textural imagery,
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Alt pop-punk band Gold Steps have a new single and video out via Ghost Killer Entertainment. It’s a song about putting a toxic and manipulative person behind you and living your best life; they’d try to use you for their own gain, and now they can play their games on their own. Fittingly, the video finds vocalist Liz Mauritz out
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Pop star Charli XCX arrived at Summerfest Friday night taking the stage at BMO Harris Pavilion. It was her second time at Summerfest and fourth time in Milwaukee overall. Charli XCX hails from England. Her musical career started when she’d post songs on Myspace as a teenager, eventually attracting the attention of a promoter who started booking her for warehouse
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Zolton is back with the first single that he produced, recorded, and mixed himself. Dwelling in the intersection of electronica, hip hop and R&B, this song is about being in love with someone that doesn’t see you in their future like you seem them in yours. It’s been a rollercoaster with this person; you don’t know what to do with
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Electro-soul duo With released a new single this week. This one’s got a fun and playful touch, depicting two people who have differences with one another going on a drive and learning to bond. You’ll find that there’s a lot more to the world than the barriers we set, and that’s exactly what many of us need to hear right
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