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Avett Brothers Bring Music, Conversation To Madison

October 9, 2017 - 3:45pm

On a mild Wisconsin day last June, folk-rock act the Avett Brothers spoke and sang to a modest but spellbound audience of songwriters and musicians at the inaugural Between the Waves Conference.

Understanding The Delicate Art Of The Mixtape

September 16, 2017 - 8:40am

Sharing your favorite songs with someone through a mixtape might be a vulnerable experience, but it's no necessarily a selfless one either -- more often than not, mixtape makers want their recipients to thank them for introducing them to cool music.

Music Critic Reflects On Past Reviews, Reader Feedback And Angry Korn Fans

September 16, 2017 - 8:40am

Being a music critic these days can be a tough business. Write a negative review of an artist or band that everyone else seems to love and the Internet will let you hear about it.

First Annual Los Dells Latin Music Fest Draws Thousands

September 3, 2017 - 3:10pm

The massive Mexican rock group Maná was the big draw for thousands of people who attended Los Dells Festival in Mauston this weekend.

Latin Music Festival Los Dells Finds Home In Wisconsin

August 31, 2017 - 3:40pm

Some of the biggest musicians in the Latin music world are going to be in Mauston, Wisconsin this weekend at the first annual Los Dells Festival.

Milwaukee Celebrates Summerfest's 50th Anniversary

June 28, 2017 - 5:55am

Summerfest is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Former Milwaukee Mayor Henry Maier created the music festival in 1967.

Musicians, Artists Collaborate In Harmony At Eaux Claires Music And Arts Festival

June 15, 2017 - 2:30pm

There are dozens of music festivals taking place across Wisconsin this summer. And this weekend, music fans from around the world will converge in the Chippewa Valley for the third annual Eaux Claires Music & Arts Festival.

Concert Review: George Clinton, Parliament-Funkadelic Usher In Party Atmosphere To Weekend Festival

May 27, 2017 - 3:05am

George Clinton and the latest lineup of Parliament-Funkadelic headlined Friday night's beginning of Madison's annual Brat Fest celebration, demonstrating to those who attended why Clinton and his merry band of funkateers are both beloved and essential in the evolution of pop music despite offering a truly conflicting, confusing performance.

What Does Milwaukee's Music Scene Sound Like?

May 15, 2017 - 6:00am

88Nine Radio Milwaukee's Mitch Kreitzman wonders if Milwaukee's lack of a "signature sound" in its music scene is holding the city back from receiving national recognition.

Milwaukee R&B Artist Lex Allen Gets Honest With A Little Help From His Friends

May 15, 2017 - 6:00am

In a conversation with WPR's Haleema Shah and Chris Malina, Allen speaks the truth about his mother's legacy in the neighborhood, overcoming self-doubt and public perception, and his goal of helping LGBT artists in need of a role model and mentor.

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Avett Brothers Bring Music, Conversation To Madison

Understanding The Delicate Art Of The Mixtape

Music Critic Reflects On Past Reviews, Reader Feedback And Angry Korn Fans

First Annual Los Dells Latin Music Fest Draws Thousands

Latin Music Festival Los Dells Finds Home In Wisconsin

Milwaukee Celebrates Summerfest's 50th Anniversary

Musicians, Artists Collaborate In Harmony At Eaux Claires Music And Arts Festival

Concert Review: George Clinton, Parliament-Funkadelic Usher In Party Atmosphere To Weekend Festival

What Does Milwaukee's Music Scene Sound Like?

Milwaukee R&B Artist Lex Allen Gets Honest With A Little Help From His Friends

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