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Ben Slowey talks with the pop singer/songwriter.
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AUDIO: Ben Wagner – “Still Don’t Know”
Ben Wagner pushes in a new direction that works well on his new single.
Read moreAUDIO: Slaughter Party – “Behind The Wheel”
Slaughter Party bring a b-movie to life for their new EP.
Read moreAUDIO: Illusion of Fate – “Soulless Chasm”
Atmospheric black metal band Illusion of Fate dropped a new single this past week. Through guttural screams and a grand soundscape, the song details entering a dark void to confront your sins. There’s no angels in this place -only waste. It’s a brutally melodic and demonically driven tale that takes you straight to a hidden hell. Illusion of Fate have
Read moreAUDIO: Negative/Positive – “Since Now and Also Since Before”
Indie rockers Negative/Positive have their second single out of the year. Kicking it into power pop mode, Ava Gessner gets out everything she has to say about feeling ignored by her love interest. She sees them at school and feels like nothing to them. It’s a teen anthem for those whole feel used and alienated. Negative/Positive have been on a
Read moreAUDIO: Northern Haunts – “Soul to Burn”
Indie rockers Northern Haunts are out with a new single. With a bluesy groove and provocative hook, the tune is about living life on the edge and never learning from your risks. A keyboard solo kicks in, followed closely by a guitar solo. It’s a catchy-as-hell jam that’ll easily become a live favorite once shows return. We hope to hear
Read moreAUDIO: Xexyz – “Something Like That”
Experimental synth artist Xexyz has a new single out. It’s tense and volatile, like we’re exploring a cave but don’t know what could jump out at us at any moment. She comes in at the end, repeating the song’s title with a liquid, computerized texture. It’s great to hear from Xexyz with another modular synth composition, and we hope there’s
Read moreVIDEO: Mr. Nice Guy with Max Devereaux
Ben Slowey sits down with the LA by-way-of Milwaukee singer/songwriter.
Read moreChris Birkett’s “Precious Love” is Measureless
“Precious Love”, the latest and greatest single from Chris Birkett, dropped exactly one month and one day ago on February 14.
Read moreAUDIO: Wave Chapelle – “Track And Field”
Wave Chapelle stays running on his latest weekly drop.
Read moreAUDIO: Wise Jennings – “Water Over The Dam”
Wise Jennings gets bluesy and tells a story on their most recent single.
Read moreAUDIO: Kia Rap Princess – “Emotions”
Hip hop artist Kia Rap Princess’ latest single is inspired by her highs and lows in the last year. Produced by 40 Mil, Kia raps about keeping her composure and coasting through. Love is guiding her through the weeds even though it doesn’t always come back to her; she’s talking to God for a little extra help. It’s a vulnerable
Read moreAUDIo: Tae the Don – “Because of You”
Producer-R&B artist Tae the Don has a new single and video out. It’s a song about love turning to pain from trust getting broken, which can ultimately turn otherwise-kind people into demons. Directed by Pixel Visionaries, the video features Tae the Don and his woman having a fallout; a gun and a matchstick are involved. The lyrics are told from
Read moreVIDEO: Mr. NIce Guy with Kilo Dubz
Ben Slowey talks to the DJ and dubstep producer.
Read moreVIDEO: Caley Conway – “I Love You So Much I Don’t Want to See You”
Singer-songwriter Caley Conway has a new single and video out that will be on her upcoming EP “Bliss or Bust.” The song is a folk pop jam about yearning for someone’s company but knowing they’re not good for you, so you keep them away. Conway has a lifetime ahead of her for emotional intimacy and she’s over feeling helpless. The
Read moreB&E Weekly Jams PResented by Bublr Bikes: 3/14 – 3/20/21
Check out the latest in Milwaukee music this week with music from You Win!!!, Devils Teeth, Mariboy Mula Mar and more!
Read moreAUDIO: TamperTamper – “Because Lately”
Experimental noise artist TamperTamper has a new album out. Beginning with a bong rip, George Jackson channels existential dread with creative fortitude using both string and wind instruments. She’s big on the idea that anything, even everyday routines, can become artful expressions if perceived as such. These tracks are bare bones and stream-of-conscious, reflecting on Jackson’s detached feelings of late,
Read moreVIDEO: Tacoma Washington Weekday CLub – “Lastrites”
Experimental rockers Tacoma Washington Weekday Club have a new video out – it’s the third track from last year’s album “ANDNOWYOUREALMOSTLIVING.” The band is shown partaking in a cult-like church service, although Logan Prevatt and Ron Pershing (the leader) get into it over a disagreement. As such, the band rocks out in anthemic grandeur as the scene plays. They explained
Read moreAUDIO: You Win!!! – “Painmonger”
You Win, the dark pop duo of Amanda Huff and William Gardiner AKA This Random Machine, have a new single out today. This tune touches on pain endured in finding your identity. After a while, you may not even recognize yourself, as society puts so much pressure on us to be a certain way. Huff’s vocals radiate against bubbling synths
Read moreVIDEO: Vacancy Chain – “Loblolly”
Indie rockers Vacancy Chain have the video out to their single “Loblolly” from last September. The band’s three members are shown playing their instruments in individual shots while surreal, glowing effects add color to each member. Scenes of nature and the sky are incorporated in as well. The song is about enjoying the ride of life even though you’re never
Read moreAUDIO: Old Wolves – “Your Ghost Now in the Branches” (EP)
Doom folk project Old Wolves has a new EP out, following the lead single (and title track) from a few weeks back. Through four tracks (including one interlude), Joe Zumpano keeps it heavy with a dreary mood and tortured tone. It feels like we’re walking through a desecrated property that was once blessed with life and meaning, but is now
Read moreAUDIO: Motel Breakfast – “Irish All the Same”
Indie rockers Motel Breakfast are here with an Irish folk-inspired album. The band has had an affinity for such music since their inception, and they decided to recreate the energy of dance, drink, and delight with this record in place of the holidays we’d normally be celebrating Irish culture this time of year (Wren Day, SouthSide Irish Parade Day, St.
Read moreB&E Podcast Episode 38: John Sparrow of Violent Femmes
We talk with the band’s current drummer about his history with the band.
Read moreVIDEO: Mr. Nice Guy with sam Murdock
Ben Slowey talks to the recently debuted DJ.
Read moreAUDIO: ILY Truly Featuring Ne-Yo – “Baby I”
ILY Truly has a track about a relationship that does an about face with his new single.
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