AUDIO: Vacant Voice – “Waste”
Milwaukee metalcore act Vacant Voice drops hard-hitting new single “Waste.”
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AUDIO: Cullah – “Warp Spasm”
Milwaukee’s open-source recording artist Cullah releases his new single “Warp Spasm,” a driving, moody track that continues his mythological explorations.
Read moreAUDIO: Shower Beers Featuring Gold Steps – “Saturn”
NYC punk outfit Shower Beers teams up with Gold Steps for “Saturn,” a melodic new single that proves they’re one of the East Coast’s most compelling emerging acts.
Read moreAUDIO: 7000apart – “Why do we do what we do?”
Milwaukee-based indie artist 7000apart has released the introspective mid-tempo track “Why do we do what we do?”, a philosophically-minded song that showcases the emerging artist’s thoughtful approach and marks them as a promising voice in the local music scene.
Read moreAUDIO: oak you – “3000”
Milwaukee artist oak you’s latest track “3000” is a smooth, mid-tempo groove that showcases the emerging artist’s instinct for rhythm and restraint, signaling strong potential within Milwaukee’s growing music scene.
Read moreAUDIO: Lake Drive – “Obsessed”
Milwaukee-based emerging artist Lake Drive has released the high-energy single “Obsessed,” a bold and hooky track that signals strong potential and a confident step forward for the up-and-coming act.
Read moreAUDIO: Gold Steps – “Jealousy”
Milwaukee’s emerging artist Gold Steps is turning heads with the high-energy new track “Jealousy,” a 132 BPM release that blends emotional depth with dancefloor appeal, signaling a breakthrough talent from the city’s growing independent music scene.
Read moreAUDIO: Dear Me – “Go Sports!”
Milwaukee-based artist Dear Me has released “Go Sports!,” a slow-burning, introspective mid-tempo track that prioritizes mood and atmosphere over danceability, signaling a distinctive and emotionally layered artistic voice emerging from Milwaukee’s growing music scene.
Read moreAUDIO: Known Moons – “Beginning to End”
Known Moons has released the high-energy “Beginning to End,” a relentlessly driving record that demonstrates the emerging artist’s strong sonic vision and potential for wider recognition.
Read moreVIDEO: The Cream City Sessions: Jorge Vallentine (Premiere)
Singer-songwriter Jorge Vallentine joins us for this edition of the series, performing a diverse set of solo semi-acoustic music.
Read moreINTERVIEW: October’s Exit
The young punk band discusses their early experiences in performing, the challenges they faced, and their aspirations for recording music.
Read moreINTERVIEW: Form
They discuss the band’s formation out of the ashes of Mud Dog, their creative process, influences, and memorable live shows
Read moreINTERVIEW: Sludge Hawking
Sludge Hawking discusses his musical journey, the evolution of his band, and the release of their latest album, “The Wilder Country.”
Read moreINTERVIEW: 5pm To Nowhere
We talked with Jacob from the band 5PM to Nowhere, discussing the band’s origins, their recent two-part EP ‘City of Light’, the evolution of their sound, and their future projects.
Read moreINTERVIEW: Jesus Villa
Jesus shares insights into his songwriting process, the challenges of performing his own music, and the balance between being in The Unrulies and pursuing solo work.
Read moreVIDEO: Cactus Nights: Hit The Lights
Pop punkers Hit The Lights recently rolled through Cactus Club for a packed show with Gold Steps and Walk Off earlier this month. Check out their set here.
Read moreINTERVIEW: Yvonne Dollheart
We talked with multi-faceted artist Yvonne Dollheart at Milwauke Music Industry Night about all things alternative pop, her upcoming self-produced movie, the Tropicore brand, and what to expect from her in 2026.
Read moreVIDEO: Cactus Nights: Florry
The alt-country band toured through Bay View, and delivered over an hour of twang. Check out the set here.
Read moreEmo Homies: EPISODE 50: Hot Takes with Reid of Hot Mess
Amber sits down with Reid of Hot Mess to talk all things of the new band, Hot Mess, the Holiday show with Lake Drive, and celebrate the 50th episode of Emo Homies.
Read moreAUDIO: Shadows Taller Than Souls – “Ouroboros”
The album sees the band flirting with several genres while maintaining the crushing intensity that has given them a reputation thus far.
Read moreAUDIO: Sludge Hawking – “The Wilder Country”
All in all, it sounds a little bit old, a lotta bit new, and unlike most genre-blending artists you know. Step into “The Wilder Country.”
Read moreAUDIO: Tiger Lily – “Serotonin”
The band picks up where June’s “Grouned” left off, marking the latest chapter in bringing grungy rock back to the world.
Read moreAUDIO: Robert Russel – “Seven Veils In False Shadows”
The new record is fully self-produced, with Russel playing every aspect of the album.
Read moreAUDIO: Roulette – “The Last Apple Tree in North America”
Roulette continued a busy year of releasing music with with a sprawling alternative release that finds the band exploring new territory.
Read moreAUDIO: Shrinestone – “Kismet And Blank”
Shrinestone quickly followed up on their debut EP with “Kismet And Blank,” a second EP that finds the band pushing deeper into their sound while exploring blissful soundscapes.
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