Indie pop trio Bug Moment have a new video out for their song “Moth.” Directed by Jesse Bleck, the scene here finds Jasmine Rosenblatt talking on their Garfield telephone as Gray Edward plays guitar and Aidan Hoppens playing drums on the TV. Rosenblatt’s lyrics confront a failed relationship and feeling you owe the other person nothing. It’s a visual of
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Electronic soul duo With have one last single out before the end of the year. Having an uplifting quality that takes you by the hand, the song features two vocalists that seeking the wisdom of moving up in the world. Time is getting ahead of ourselves and we look to higher powers for answers, and this tune touches on such
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King Royal and Lil Noodle are making waves with their new single, ‘Wholelottaguap.’ The tune stays out of the box for the duration, and it’s refreshing to see the pair stretching the boundaries of modern sounds. Fresh from the underground, the rappers take us on a voyage that we remember for all the right reasons. Furthermore, both artists know how
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Joey and the Knives are a new pop punk band in the scene that just dropped their first single and video. Shot by Dolister Films, the visual depicts the band entering a house party, but not before their singer takes a swig of a beer and then proceeds to act obnoxiously once he enters. He ends up feeling alone at
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With their latest offering, ‘Black,’ group Freelevel smash the nail on the head. It’s a song that’s got all it takes to go to the top. The tune begins with a powerful arrangement, and it has a severe impact that sets the tone for the rest of the song. Anna then shows up with a powerful vocal performance, and she
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Hip hop artist Imotwbaby recently dropped a video for his song “Sun” from this year’s album “BLUU.” Featuring psychedelic animations and butterflies, the whole thing is shot like OTW is tripping as he walks around under the sun and reflects on his life. It’s a hazy adventure from Imotwbaby that hearkens to summer warmth and enlightening moments.
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Eccentric pop band Peeper & Le Play may be dissolving, but they’re not going out without one last visual. Featuring their delightful dance hit “Tons of Pics”, the video depicts photos of random objects and mirror selfies while silhouettes of the band variably appear on the sides. Vocalist Zack Pieper’s silhouette is prominently featured singing, moving and grooving, and even
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Bass producer Crysus is out with his final track of the year. It’s a rattler that sounds like someone is pounding against the metal walls of a robotic lair. “Brujeria” is a Spanish term referring to religious witchcraft in Latin American cultures, and Crysus is on point with the inescapable wickedness. We can’t wait to hear what he’s working on
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Rockstar Greg Koch of Koch-Marshall trio is out with a Christmas single. It’s a blues number about Koch’s misbehaved cats; all he wants is for them to get along for once but until they do, they’re getting a stick and coal for Christmas. Guitar effects are added to simulate the cats’ meows, making for a fun holiday ditty. Half of
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Raphaël Klemm brings the pop-rock buzz with his latest release, ‘Dig Our Hole’. It is a delivery that does not conform to the standard chart; instead, it leads us down a new path, and the adventure is memorable from the very start. Cleverly, the Swiss-based singer /songwriter tries something new and unique, and it pays off with the power leaping
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Experimental-psychedelic folk project Mere of Light played at the Jazz Gallery in Riverwest on Thursday evening alongside New York-based experimental artist Cal Fish, Philadelphia-based singer-songwriter Itchy Kisses, and Milwaukee’s improvisational noise collective Frenia. Candles and trippy lights illuminated the dark room, making for an intimate evening of eclectic talent. Mere of Light is the project of Elise McArdle, who utilizes
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Illie’s latest video is shot by Esgee Films. The hip hop artist is excited about reaching new levels in his career so he’s ready to party. With dedication and a good head on his shoulders, Illie overcame difficult circumstances to get to where he’s at now and he’s determined to put on for Milwaukee now that he’s made it. Produced
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Blackened death metal project Auxeptheon is out with a new record. Written over a period of seven years, it’s five tracks that roar with fire and might. From a serpent’s temple to a light vortex to the sun itself, there’s an epic conquest of navigating the most treacherous of obstacles here. “Eternal Invocation of Spring” spans over fourteen minutes long
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By Bryon Cherry Lost Orange Cat is a self-described rock n roll band disguised as a bluegrass band. They sound anything but lost when the 4 members get together like a folky Voltron on area stages. Lost Orange Cat is composed of Josh Konkel (vocals, rhythm guitar and bass), Daniel Rathmann (bass, guitar and vocals), Joe Royten (mandolin and vocals)
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Try arguing with Committee of Vultures about its latest Long Player, or just the title of it, Everybody Wants The Blues.
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No matter how much about it you’ve heard, you can never say enough about simplicity.
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Indie rockers Onyx Koan are out with their first single as a full band. With a groovy Americana flare, vocalist Mark Hubing sings of feeling lost but looking for answers. After doing some drugs and finding himself speaking to God, where he discovers his truth lies in the musical axe that he wields. Featuring both guitar and horn solos, Onyx
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R&B artist Trinity Grace dropped a new single a few weeks back. Filled with 808 pulses and enchanting vocal layers, Grace sings about that person she fell head-over-heels for just like they do in the movies. She couldn’t ever imagine letting them go; they make the room feel hot like she’s got a fever. It’s a song about temptation and
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Electronic producer Shxde is out with an album this week. Two years in the making, it’s a record that makes you want to break free from all your fears and worries as you go out into the risk-filled world. Whether it’s for love, happiness or success, Shxde delivers an empowering odyssey of shadow, mystery, and determination. Put on a blacklight
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The wonderfully eccentric Peeper & Le Play are out with their final album. With nineteen tracks, this masterful exhibition of uniquely structured psychedelia, R&B, and experimental pop is full of idiosyncrasy. Juxtaposing chamber sounds with humorous social critiques, the Le Players find themselves in unusual settings from ribbon factories to locker rooms to candy shops. There’s two tracks titled “Club
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Hip hop artist IMOTWBABY dropped a new song a few months back. This one’s got a trippy, surreal feel; OTW is rapping about living like he’s making the hits like the Beatles did. Bass-boosted trap accompanies the fun he’s having as he’s collecting money and speaking to the people in the language of catchy song. It’s one last banger from
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Bass producer James Dece has his final track of the year out on MA Music. It’s deadly dubstep that could knock you on your ass if you don’t hold on tight. Dece builds up the adrenaline with a frenzied and clangorous drop, complete with samples of gasping for air like you’re drowning in a pool of music and lights. Somebody
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Hip hop artist Dubb Saq dropped a new song dedicated to his beloved Uncle Nate. He wishes he could sit at the table and have lunch or take one more call from him; Saq reminisces on the conversations they had with a sample of a voicemail his uncle left him telling him he thinks he’ll get signed someday. It’s a
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Liquid bass producer UNKNWN dropped a new single today. It’s a minimalist tune that encapsulates the mysteries hidden in the jungle darkness. You feel like something’s watching you but you’re not quite sure what or where, so you tread ever-so lightly. UNKNWN brings a welcome addition to the purple-green forest theme; we look forward to what he’ll do in 2022.
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Folk rock band Dead, Dead Swans dropped a new single. It’s an acoustic one about getting home late for Christmas ready to have a few drinks like old times. The singer reflects on how things used to be this time of year, from a snow-eating dog to Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, and now he wants to re-live what he can.
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