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Trapper Schoepp’s “Little Drop Of Medicine” video breaks the mold

June 22, 2021

When we last caught up with Trapper Schoepp, the tireless Milwaukee singer-songwriter had just released an outstanding music video for "River Called Disaster," the first single from his latest album (May Day). ...

Here’s everything you need to know about the Brewers’ June 25 “Re-Opening Day”

Matt Wild

June 22, 2021

In case you missed it due to a case of Bucks Lust, your Milwaukee Brewers are doing pretty well this season! Sure, they helped the Arizona Diamondbacks break their 17-game losing streak last night, but the Brew...

Canni Hemp Co.’s Garden Vibes concert series brings live music to a backyard setting

Tyler Maas

June 22, 2021

Following a year that offered very little in the way of in-person events, live music is coming back in a big way in 2021. On top of the return of many of Milwaukee's festivals, block parties, and concerts at tr...

Sheryl Crow likes the Bucks, so we paired players with some of her songs

Tyler Maas

June 21, 2021

Saturday night was amazing. Not only did the Bucks shock the sports world and ignite Milwaukee's collective spirit with a thrilling overtime win in Brooklyn that punched their ticket to the Eastern Conference F...

Here’s the full Summerfest 2021 lineup for every day and every stage

Matt Wild

June 21, 2021

Hey! Summerfest 2021 is happening September 2-4, 9-11, and 16-18. (There are also three amphitheater-only "Wednesday Kick-Off Concerts.") Get your tickets HERE. Check out the full Summerfest lineup below: WEDN...

My First Band: John R. Miller

Milwaukee Record Staff

June 18, 2021

broadstreet.zone(81112); If you're a fan of country or bluegrass music, there's a chance you've seen John R. Miller perform without even realizing it. The singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist has spen...

Check out the nearly complete restoration of the Oriental Theatre

Matt Wild

June 18, 2021

The last time we visited the Oriental Theatre (way back in July 2020), the historic East Side landmark was kind of a mess. But in a good way! Milwaukee Film's extensive five-phase Oriental restoration and renov...

Klassik marks Juneteenth with “Black Holiday”

Matt Wild

June 18, 2021

June 19 is Juneteenth, a day that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. Now a federal holiday, Juneteenth has been celebrated in Milwaukee for 50 years. Saturday's celebrations promise to be mas...

Megan Thee Stallion, Japanese Breakfast, and 17 more standout Milwaukee summer shows

Milwaukee Record Staff

June 17, 2021

What's this? A list of shows? A list of live shows? A list of live summer shows? Yep! After 8,000 years of awfulness, live events are back! Here are just a few to look forward to in the next few months.Wedn...

A professional eating power couple is moving to Milwaukee

Tyler Maas

June 17, 2021

The past 15-plus months have been incredibly difficult for restaurant owners. Thankfully, things are starting to improve as the country continues turning the corner on the COVID-19 crisis. And things are about ...

No one wants to grow hemp clones at the Domes, apparently

Matt Wild

June 17, 2021

If Milwaukee County issues a request for proposal (RFP) for growing hemp clones in the Mitchell Park Domes and no one applies, does the RFP make a sound?Yes, it appears that a highly touted RFP looking for ...

11 photos of the new playground at Summerfest, plus 3 photos of where the crummy kids stage used to be

Matt Wild

June 17, 2021

Ever go to Summerfest (or any other Summerfest-grounds fest) and spend time watching your kid(s) play on the playground? The area was always kind of...lacking, right? NO LONGER. On Thursday, Milwaukee World Fes...

Milwaukee Milkmen will play as the “Milwaukee Sweet Teats” this Sunday

Tyler Maas

June 16, 2021

Remember in 2019 when the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers announced they were changing their name to "Wisconsin Udder Tuggers" for one game? Remember how it resulted in lots of attention (by A-level minor league base...

Marcus Center’s “Rainbow Summer” series returns with concerts, free film screenings

Tyler Maas

June 16, 2021

Marcus Performing Arts Center is known for hosting touring Broadway productions, concerts, ballet shows, community programs, and other sources of entertainment within its walls all year long. Fortunately, the v...

Delight in the synth-laden psych stylings of Robot Witch’s “Millennial Hat”

Tyler Maas

June 16, 2021

It's a familiar story among musicians, but one that's worth telling. Just before the COVID-19 crisis came knocking in early 2020, a young project was starting to play out semi-regularly, had recorded material t...

Watch Sculpture Milwaukee install 400+ tambourines for an Allison Janae Hamilton work

Tyler Maas

June 16, 2021

For the past four years, Sculpture Milwaukee has brought astounding works from nationally-known and internationally-appreciated artists to various spots scattered through the city’s downtown. The innovative and...

I thought I’d hate these bird sculptures in Lakeshore State Park but I kinda like them

Matt Wild

June 15, 2021

If you find yourself walking, biking, or skipping through Milwaukee's majestic Lakeshore State Park from now until August 1, you'll see some birds. No, not real birds (though you'll see plenty of those, too)—tw...

Sorry, there won’t be special buses to Summerfest, State Fair, other fests this summer

Matt Wild

June 15, 2021

The Great Milwaukee Summer ™ may be back on (well, mostly), but the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) won't be a part of it. Well, mostly.For the first time in decades, MCTS will not be offering...

Eli Cash gets personal, looks ahead with “Never Goin Back”

Matt Wild

June 15, 2021

"It's easy to point the finger at others, or lash out when you feel you've been mistreated or talked about behind your back. But ultimately, we need to be able to reconcile our own actions as well; to admit we ...

Here are the BMO Harris Pavilion headliners for Summerfest 2021

Matt Wild

June 15, 2021

Hey! Summerfest 2021 is happening September 2-4, 9-11, and 16-18! (There are also some amphitheater-only "Wednesday Kick-Off Concerts.") You can find the full list of headliners HERE. You can find the full list...