Author Tyler Maas

Watch the music video for Holy Pinto’s new Bartees Strange-produced single

September 21, 2022

Back in June, we had Aymen Saleh—the Milwaukee (by way of England) singer-songwriter who releases music under the Holy Pinto moniker—on our My First Band podcast to talk about his musical origin, what brought h...

Let’s make Tenacious D’s “Antetokounmpo” song a part of the Bucks tradition

Tyler Maas

September 21, 2022

This past Sunday, the Greatest Band in the World, Tenacious D, performed at BMO Harris Pavilion. Between songs, Jack Black took some time to praise Bucks star and otherworldly basketball legend Giannis Antetoko...

Rio Turbo will play its “last show ever” at Promises on Saturday

Tyler Maas

September 20, 2022

Every party has to end at some point. For Milwaukee’s premier party-pop project, that point in time is this weekend. After a nearly 10-year run, Rio Turbo will play its "last show ever" on Saturday, September 2...

Bay View Gallery Night returns for autumn installment on September 30

Tyler Maas

September 20, 2022

Since 2011, Bay View Gallery Night has organized “Milwaukee’s largest annual celebration of art, local business, music, and community.” The massive neighborhood-wide event brings together talented area artists ...

The city shines in Jon Henry’s “All U Touch & All U See” music video

Tyler Maas

September 16, 2022

When we last checked in with Jon Henry, the Milwaukee singer/rapper was breaking the record for the number of niche local references made in a single song with his "Tour Milwaukee" music video. Now, almost nine...

The Mars Volta, Lucinda Williams, Widespread Panic, and 27 more standout fall shows

Tyler Maas

September 15, 2022

It's sad, but it's true: another summer is coming to an end. Though we're entering the final weekend of the season, it's not all bad news. For example, Milwaukee and its surrounding cities are still hosting a t...

Tracking: Erik from Northless pairs songs from his new album with films in his VHS collection

Tyler Maas

September 15, 2022

Over the course of Milwaukee Record's existence, we've spoken to Erik Stenglein for two drastically different reasons. Most often, we've focused on his body of work as the singer, guitarist, and founding member...

Our “Roast Of Milwaukee” returns October 5

Tyler Maas

September 14, 2022

After a couple of years away, Milwaukee Record's long-running Roast Of Milwaukee event is back! Like previous years, the event—which is done in association with the Milwaukee Comedy Festival—will feature a stac...

Josh Berwanger talks Gemini Parks, Milwaukee love ahead of Cooperage concert

Tyler Maas

September 14, 2022

Over the last quarter century, Josh Berwanger's work has taken many different forms. After his time in accomplished early aughts emo outfit The Anniversary was through, the Kansas-based songwriter dabbled in al...

Convert’s “Unnatural Acts” music video blurs the line between good and evil

Tyler Maas

September 14, 2022

This Saturday, the long-awaited return of Bay View Bash will be headlined by none other than Convert. That distinction is well-deserved, as the young band—which features former and current members of Burning So...

Harry Potter, Pat McCurdy, Salute To Shoresy: Here’s your 2022-23 Admirals promotions

Tyler Maas

September 13, 2022

Your Milwaukee Admirals will be returning to the ice next month! The longstanding AHL franchise and affiliate of the Nashville Predators—which abruptly ended its 2019-20 season (with the league’s best record, n...

Nathan Honoré talks Next Paperback Hero EP, collaboration, what’s to come

Tyler Maas

September 13, 2022

Last September, Nathan Honoré—a Milwaukee singer-songwriter who performs under the Next Paperback Hero namesake—released his debut full-length. That album, the self-recorded Morning Skies & Heavy Eyes, foun...

Here’s the lineup for this year’s Flannel Fest

Tyler Maas

September 12, 2022

Back in 2019, Boone & Crockett—in partnership with The Cooperage, Taco Moto, and Pedal Tavern—hosted a celebration of music, food, and seasonal attire known as "Flannel Fest." That iteration brought hundred...

Surprise! Sylvan Esso is playing a show at Cactus Club tomorrow night

Tyler Maas

September 12, 2022

While Sylvan Esso calls Durham, North Carolina home, the world-renowned, Grammy-nominated electro-pop duo's story actually starts right here in Milwaukee. Vocalist Amelia Meath and producer (and then-Milwaukee ...

Here’s the full Bay View Bash entertainment lineup, vendor list, and everything else you need to know

Tyler Maas

September 8, 2022

Even though most of Milwaukee’s major festivals are now in the rear view mirror, one of the city’s biggest and best undertakings is still on the horizon. Yes, Bay View Bash will make its long-awaited return to ...

Take a look inside Swanky’s, a Wisconsin bar in Downtown Denver

Tyler Maas

September 7, 2022

This afternoon, the Milwaukee Brewers and Colorado Rockies will wrap up their season series with a game at Coors Field. Approximately two blocks away from the ballpark, there's a long-running Downtown Denver ba...

Awkward Nerd Book Fair brings local literature, drinks, “geekery” to The Cooperage

Tyler Maas

September 5, 2022

Any '80s, '90s, and early 2000s kids reading this article surely recall Scholastic Book Fairs. The pop-up book marketplaces—which, if memory serves, usually took place at elementary schools—were a great place t...

We’re screening ‘The Wedding Singer’ at Avalon Theater on September 28 and you’re reaping all the benefits

Tyler Maas

September 1, 2022

September is a month that's synonymous with weddings. The month—which straddles the end of summer and the start of autumn—is among the most popular times for people to tie the knot. With that in mind...and beca...

Check out the MILK Comic Fest exhibitor lineup

Tyler Maas

August 30, 2022

As August comes to a close, you might be lamenting the impending conclusion of Milwaukee's summer festival season. Well, cheer up! There are still a bunch of September celebrations on the horizon, including a f...

Mandatory Milwaukee: Brewers day games

Tyler Maas

August 29, 2022

Some summer traditions come and go, while some summer traditions become icons. Mandatory Milwaukee is all about the latter. Join us as we revisit beloved and well-worn local staples with fresh eyes, and explore...