AUDIO: Slamhaus – “Slamwave 2”
Slamhaus’ album sequel stays dedicated to the synthwave genre with six tracks of analog bass tunes, big reverb and electronic drums.
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AUDIO: Milk Solids – “Dream Job”
Milk Solids released two records last week; we covered the first one the other day and are excited to present the second one today. Like “Eight Minutes in Heaven”, “Dream Job” is four songs of shoegaze and rock-electronica, although these tunes have generally slower tempos and are considerably longer. In fact, the title track spans almost 20 minutes! Lyrically, there’s
Read moreAUDIO: Royal Mill – “Royal Mill”
Indie rockers Royal Mill are out with their debut EP. It’s four tracks that revolve around love that you won’t let get away and are ready to escape everything with. With touches of pop punk and emo, Royal Mill get loud and energetic to convey bold visions of chasing after something bigger than yourself. We hope to catch a show
Read moreAUDIO: Bug Moment – “The Flying Toad Circus”
Bug Moment have been making waves in the Milwaukee music scene over the last couple years, and it’s all led them up to the apex of releasing their debut full-length album on Friday. The band has conjured a multifaceted indie pop sound that gets grungy at times while dreamy at others, reflecting the band’s versatility with moody atmospheres. As the
Read moreEmery Pulse’s “Heart Fulfilled” Is Beating
Close your eyes (or keep them open), lean your head back, and let it come out of you: “Aah, aah, aah/ aah, aah, aah”.
Read moreVIDEO: T!ny – “Awakening”
T!ny’s got a new single and video out this week. Directed by Diya Gitanjali Mark, the visual finds the artist at a party with their friends, at the laundromat and in a wig store. The song entails T!ny inviting someone to escape the conscious world together through psychedelic adventures, featuring dreamy, sparkling and palpitating production. T!ny seeks freedom through letting
Read moreAUDIO: Riolanza FT. Jayne Joyce – “Count to Three”
Pop artist Riolanza teamed up with Jayne Joyce for his latest single. Over a fluttering acoustic melody, he sings of approaching someone who’s feeling broken, taking their hand and assuring them that he’s all in for them. Joyce plays the role of Lanza’s soon-to-be companion, enthusiastically reciprocating. It’s a tale of two lost people finding joy and hope in one
Read moreAUDIO: Hoolie – “Pretty Little Lies”
Hoolie dropped his debut album recently. Blending elements of pop, alternative rock and hip hop over seven tracks, this record defies stylistic boundaries with ease. The artist lyrically tackles personal subject matter such as self-esteem, working through relationships, lovers’ lies and putting the past behind you. There’s an exciting renaissance of eclectic pop artists in Milwaukee right now, and Hoolie
Read moreVIDEO: Resurrectionists – “A Classic Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue”
Doom-chamber-Americana act Resurrectionists are gearing up to release their album “Now That We Are All Ghosts” on April 3rd, but first they’ve released a music video for their song “A Classic Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue.” Directed by Brian Thiesen, the scene finds the band members playing as a duel is going down in an open field. However, once the
Read moreAUDIO: Milk Solids – “Eight Minutes in Heaven”
Milk Solids released two new albums this week, the first of which is titled “Eight Minutes in Heaven.” In a blend of shoegaze, post-punk and electronic rock that spans four songs, this EP feels like a vivacious dream. With simple and shoutable choruses, the lyrics tackle absurdities like getting turned into an owl and losing heaven in a matter of
Read moreAUDIO: JUNIOR. – “Long Way”
Hip hop artist JUNIOR. is out with a new single and it’s about remembering where you came from. The rapper is forthright and spirited here, refusing to take a backseat doing what he loves while he stays in humble as he reflects on his journey. Bringing sharp wordplay and empowering production, JUNIOR. delivers a message of courage and positivity with
Read moreVIDEO: Scam Likely – “Sushi At Gunpoint”
Gothic punks Scam Likely released the first music video from their stunning debut album “Getting Worse.” Directed by Diya Gitanjali Mark, the visual finds vocalist Charlee Grider preparing her birthday party complete with a candlelit dinner, balloons and cake. However, once her bandmates arrive with some strange gifts, things indeed begin escalating. Scam Likely set a surreal scene with “Sushi
Read moreAUDIO: Enervate – “All Said And Done”
Hardcore punks Enervate dropped their sophomore EP last week. It’s four tracks of ignited riffage, unrelenting headbanging, mighty vocals and crushing breakdowns sure to shake the building. Lyrically these songs confront situations of being over someone else’s shit, shutting the world out, finding your stride in a fucked up world, and looking to stop wasting time. Enervate bash and brawl
Read moreRed Bird Rising: Actualizing Musical Visions
As a songwriter, vocalist, performer, engineer, producer, and sonic sculptor, Red Bird Rising knows well the allure of such a multifaceted approach to unearthing the melodies, words, and very sounds that are heard…
Read moreAUDIO: Zolton – “Love To Regret”
Zolton moves fast; he just released his album “The Z Files” in December and he’s already followed it up with a new project out now. With his signature blend of atmospheric hip hop and R&B, this one is eight songs that find Zolton holding onto love even it gets dark, complete with a feature from fellow artist Saai on “FEEL.”
Read moreAUDIO: Doormouse – “Nuns of the Mississippi”
Prolific electronic act Doormouse released a new EP recently. Coming off from his previous EP “Breakcore”, these compositions favor a more relaxed chillout approach. Fuzzy, distorted drum breaks and blasted 808s accompany samples from 90s news reports describing raves. The final track “You Are Here Again” is the previous four tracks in one mix. Doormouse strips things down while keeping
Read moreAUDIO: Emissary – “Line of Sight”
Stoner/prog metal band Emissary released their first single of 2023. It’s a slow burner, gradually embellishing the patient melody with louder and tighter dynamics, a guitar solo, shifting rhythms and roaring vocals. The band has demonstrated their versatility over the years; this tune may not be as heavy as a lot of their previous stuff, but it embraces the band’s
Read moreAUDIO: Convert – “Unrestrained Remix EP”
Convert turned six sludge and punk songs into darkwave electronica in “Unrestrained Remix EP.”
Read moreVIDEO: It’s Dangerous to Go Alone – “Slinkie”
Experimental pop act It’s Dangerous to Go Alone have their debut single and video out. The song has a dreamy, psychedelic feel and describes a vision of personifying the titular toy. Featuring a miniature world where people are all slinkies, the visual contains cardboard cars, cotton ball trees and dollhouse props in an adorably surreal production. We look forward to
Read moreAUDIO: The Pulltops – “Changes”
Power pop rockers The Pulltops released their first single since 2017 last week. With how rapidly the world is constantly changing around us, you can’t help but look back at how much you’ve grown over time as well as the mistakes you used to make, and that’s what this tune is about. With a slick melody, catchy hook and zealous
Read moreAUDIO: Go Outside / Wavefiler – “Send / Return”
Experimental electronic act Wavefiler teamed up with Vermont-based artist Go Outside for a collaborative album. Meeting one another via Instagram, the two wrote each track one at a time in order to conjure maximum cohesion, so the album flows like a river. With wandering ambient soundscapes and breezy textures, “Send / Return” is a pleasant exercise of two artists building
Read moreAUDIO: Direct Hit! – “Wasteland”
Punk rockers Direct Hit! dropped a new single this week and it’s all about being alone in the abyss. The band goes full throttle here with blazing riffage and roaring vocals, unhinged by how isolating and futile it is to try and fit in; we’re all just waiting on our impending doom at the end of the day and it’s
Read moreAUDIO: Max Segovia – “Just One Act (Can Change the World)”
Singer-songwriter/producer Max Segovia released two new songs recently. The first tune “Just One Act (Can Change the World)” is lovingly crafted with a bed of piano and synths, encouraging the listener to make a difference around them with each small gesture and a little bit at a time. The second tune “Theme From Track & Field” is an instrumental tune
Read moreAUDIO: P4li FT. SHeK – “Frisbee”
P4li and SHeK teamed up for a new single. The hip hop artists are looking to get their drink on and have a good time with women. After bouncing around in a Beamer, they get to the house with said company and proceed to have a ton of fun with shots of whiskey, getting high and enjoying Denny’s. “Frisbee” is
Read moreAUDIO: Chan – “Shake”
Electronic producer Chan wastes no time getting new bangers out, and his first single of 2023 is out now. This cut lives up to its name by getting everyone on the floor wobbling and going bananas. With blaring synths and a commanding vocal sample demanding the party, “Shake” is wild fun for a Saturday night club. Chan dropped a ton
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