Author Josh Hoppert

Harley-Davidson Museum’s new “Daredevils” exhibit is Evel and much more

June 25, 2019

There's no disputing the fact that everyone reading this article has seen and has been thoroughly inspired by the 2007 film Hot Rod. We all owe our moustaches, our countless broken bones, and our affection for ...

Our return trip to Blue Ox Music Festival sure was something

Josh Hoppert

June 18, 2019

Last year, we packed up our Toyota Camry with granola bars and Outkast CDs and made our first ever voyage to Eau Claire, Wisconsin's fourth annual Blue Ox Music Festival. It was great. The fest was incredibly w...

Saturday’s “Blood On The Tracks Revisited” to be final Dylan-cover Alzheimer’s benefit at Linneman’s

Josh Hoppert

May 17, 2019

Bob Dylan is one of those musicians whose work seems to touch everything that’s come along since, either directly or indirectly. Whether you enjoy his unique brand of music or not, there’s no denying that he’s ...

57 items on the Milwaukee Golden Corral lunch buffet, ranked

Josh Hoppert

May 16, 2019

broadstreet.zone(66112); Welcome to Food/Drink Week at Milwaukee Record, brought to you by Milwaukee’s new favorite import, Bofferding. From May 13 through May 20, belly up and enjoy a fresh smattering of rest...

10 not-that-interesting facts about Giannis Antetokounmpo

Josh Hoppert

May 8, 2019

The following article originally appeared in the April edition of Colectivo Coffee‘s “Off The Record” print-only periodical/crossword puzzle. You can pick up “Off The Record” free of charge at all 13 Milwaukee-...

Listen to Paul Cebar and Jay Anderson collaborate on “Honey Colored Eyes”

Josh Hoppert

May 2, 2019

"I enjoy him very much. I think he's a pleasantly crazy fellow."Those are the words Milwaukee music legend Paul Cebar uses to describe Milwaukee (and New Orleans) music legend-to-be Jay Anderson. The two lo...

It’s not unusual: We’re screening ‘Mars Attacks!’ at the Avalon on May 22

Josh Hoppert

April 25, 2019

If you missed last night's screening of The Brady Bunch Movie at Avalon Theater, we hope you had a nice trip to Sears instead. However, you missed out on the big reveal of the big preview for the big May screen...

Dollars For Donuts: Grebe’s Bakery

Josh Hoppert

April 20, 2019

Milwaukee loves donuts. Dozens of bakeries in the city and its surrounding suburbs help people get a sweet start to their day with long johns, crullers, jellies, powdered, cream-filled, cake donuts, and more. I...

Stomata, B~Free announce special May 3 performance at Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts

Josh Hoppert

April 3, 2019

After months of planning, composing, songwriting, and more planning, the time has finally come. On May 3, get ready to sit comfortably or dance beautifully in the beauty and comfort of The Harris Theater at the...

The world’s best list of 25 not-that-interesting facts about Milwaukee

Josh Hoppert

March 7, 2019

broadstreet.zone(68249); The "25 Facts" series features people, places, and stuff that make Milwaukee great. These articles are meant just for fun and we have nothing but love for everyone included. Brought to...

We talked music and McDonald’s breakfast sandwiches with local philanthropists Kate and Don Wilson

Josh Hoppert

February 27, 2019

Kate and Don Wilson are longtime supporters of the arts in the Milwaukee area. They are co-founders of the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts in Brookfield, but they proudly give their time and financial c...

We gave Oscars to all the burgers from Milwaukee-area restaurants called Oscar’s

Josh Hoppert

February 23, 2019

Yes, it's that time again. Time for the bright lights, the fancy clothes, the Amy Adams (we assume), the Sean Connery memorial, the political statements, the resulting Facebook posts from your uncle, and all of...

10 not-that-interesting facts about Milwaukee bartender Paul Kennedy and his dogs

Josh Hoppert

February 21, 2019

Join us at Kindred On K.K. for “Tuesday Tunes”

Josh Hoppert

February 14, 2019

Founded in 2017 by sisters Marija and Vesna Madunic, Kindred On K.K. has taken the big, boxy building at 2535 S. Kinnickinnic Avenue in fun and beautiful directions. They offer a from-scratch menu, a full bar w...

Another list of 25 not-that-interesting facts about Milwaukee

Josh Hoppert

February 7, 2019

A vision of perfection: ‘Coming To America’ is coming to the Avalon on February 20

Josh Hoppert

January 25, 2019

If you missed Wednesday's unforgettable screening of MacGruber at the Avalon Theater, that's a bummer, but you're in luck. February's Milwaukee Record screening is so good, someone ought to put it on a plate an...

15 headline puns you’ll probably see about the Bradley Center roof demolition

Josh Hoppert

January 11, 2019

On October 1, 1988, the Bradley Center opened with an exhibition NHL game between the Chicago Blackhawks and the Edmonton Oilers. Who won? Milwaukee did. This meaningless game kicked off 30 meaningful years of ...

25 more not-that-interesting facts about Milwaukee

Josh Hoppert

January 7, 2019

broadstreet.zone(68249); The "25 Facts" series features people, places, and things that make Milwaukee great. These articles are meant just for fun and we have nothing but love for everyone included. Brought t...

Burned-out neon letters in the Cudahy Arby’s sign, ranked

Josh Hoppert

December 21, 2018

A city just isn’t a city without a trademark structure in its skyline. Paris has the Eiffel Tower, Seattle has the Space Needle, Dubai has that huge building from Mission: Impossible — Ghost Protocol,...

10 more Milwaukee things that can be sung to the ‘TMNT’ theme song

Josh Hoppert

December 7, 2018

broadstreet.zone(68249); If you read yesterday's article about 25 Milwaukee things that can be sung to the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles theme song, you're probably just getting the song out of your head now. W...