AUDIO: Cody Steinmann – “Stray Bullet Blues”
Steinmann, known for his expansive approach to jazz guitar, keeps the energy fairly high on the album, with eight tracks that can go any direction at any time.
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AUDIO: Johnny Franchino – “Green Light Special”
This release continues Franchino’s trajectory as an act that can blend genres with ease, utilizing synth heavy beats from Mystik Musik to expand his sound.
Read moreAUDIO: Meadowers – “Knee-jerk”
Meadowers’ latest EP comes as the band were hoping to work on a larger body of work, but still delivers three quality tracks.
Read moreAUDIO: Submuzik Boss and Dubb Saq – “DubbMuzik”
“DubbMusik” brings together two of Milwaukee’s most prolific artists, and their vocal styles complement one another well.
Read moreAUDIO: Genesis Renji – “Kissing With Friends”
In an era where disposible music is prevalent, “Kissing With Friends” is focused on replay value, and it may very well be one of the most memorable Milwaukee projects of 2025.
Read moreAUDIO: Duwayne Featuring Keylime – “Mariposa”
The song takes its name from the Spanish word for butterfly, and that metaphor runs throughout the lyrics as Duwayne reflects on personal change and evolution.
Read moreAUDIO: Kesley Bou – “Split My Mind”
Singer/songwriter Kesley Bou recently dropped “Split My Mind,” an EP that captures the fragmented feeling of mental overload.
Read moreAUDIO: Munch Lauren – “Mustard”
Munch Lauren’s latest single is “Mustard,” a playful track produced by Macc Beats that adds to his deep library of twerk music.
Read moreVIDEO: Cactus Nights: Haywire
The band rip through a 23-minute set, with bodies flying throughout the Bay View club.
Read moreVIDEO: Marsha Swanson – “Generational Transmission”
“Generational Transmission” brings together British singer-songwriter Marsha Swanson and Iranian filmmaker Sam Chegini in a claymation video that hits differently than your typical music release. This isn’t just visual accompaniment to a song. It’s a meditation on inherited trauma and how we might break those cycles, told through the malleable medium of clay. Chegini’s animation gives weight to what Swanson
Read moreVIDEO: Ello Lo & Big Rie – “It just Happened”
Their confident delivery matches the energy of their lyrics, painting a picture of street success without glorifying the struggle.
Read moreVIDEO: Cactus Nights: Infinity Knives & Brian Ennals
The collaboration between Infinity Knives and Brian Ennals brings their unique sonic energy to the Cactus Club stage.
Read moreAUDIO: Nelson Devereaux – “Sunrise Vision”
The multi-instrumentalist, known for his avant garde approach, delivers a single with Dave Power and Cody McKinney that blurs the lines between jazz and electronica.
Read moreAUDIO: Mariboy Mula Mar – “Better Mood”
The track is about having pills around him at any point, and if he’s not taking them, he’s flipping them.
Read moreAUDIO: Mr.Lloyd – “Fight The Pain”
The production showcases Lloyd’s ability to transform personal battles into relatable music that resonates with listeners facing their own challenges.
Read moreVIDEO: Cactus Nights: 414bigfrank
The latest Cactus Nights video features an electrifying live set from 414bigfrank, captured this past August.
Read moreAUDIO: Spaidez – “Glazin On Yo Azz”
The track showcases Spaidez’s confident delivery over bass-heavy lowend production.
Read moreAUDIO: Trapper Schoepp – “Osborne”
The 11-song album showcases Schoepp’s continued evolution as a songwriter, blending his Midwest roots with broader American rock traditions.
Read moreAUDIO: Ladybird – “Famous Band”
“Famous Band” leans into the band’s Instagram handle, and tells the story of a band rocketing to the top of country music, with a tongue-in-cheek commentary on the band’s aspirations.
Read moreAUDIO: Lil Tre – “Fire on Accident”
“Fire on Accident” finds the rapper reflecting on his come-up, touching on themes of street life and making money the hard way.
Read moreAUDIO: Alan Ward & Musumusu – “Living Room”
Ward continues to prove that compelling music doesn’t require flex-heavy raps, just an honest perspective and a willingness to let listeners into your world.
Read moreAUDIO: Ornithology, Ian Ewing, Chris Mazuera, and Ben Dailor – “Bubble Gun”
The collection of producers mix lo-fi studio recordings with live jams, and it feels like explorative jazz made for the 21st century.
Read moreAUDIO: The Pulltops – “Rise or Fall”
The track showcases the band’s ability to blend an indie rock sound with lyrics that hit home in today’s climate.
Read moreAUDIO: Drizo – “Chosen”
The song blends hip-hop foundations with melodic elements, mixing in introspective thoughts with occasionally boastful bars.
Read moreAUDIO: Strehlow – “Element”
Strehlow remains prolific, and shows that there’s room for authentic lo-fi to shine through.
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