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Scenes from the RNC security perimeter Day 3: “Hardly anybody” visiting Bronze Fonz

July 17, 2024

"Do you want your picture taken?" That was the question posed to us by a gentleman sitting near the Bronze Fonz on Wednesday afternoon. We were taking pictures of the iconic (and once-controversial) downtown...

Talent buyer JJ Kaiser talks booking start, memorable shows, what’s to come

Tyler Maas

July 17, 2024

If you've seen any live music in the area that's remotely in the vicinity of the punk, hardcore, ska, or indie rock genres in recent years, there's a decent chance JJ Kaiser had something to do with booking and...

On The Run From RNC: Dispatches from Route 66, Day 3: Civil war and fictional podcasts

Tad Kriofske Mainella

July 17, 2024

Things are getting weirder than weird as the Republican National Convention invades Milwaukee, so two forlorn Milwaukeeans are choosing to follow Route 66 to remember, to recharge, and to take pilgrimage at the...

Food/Drink Roundup: RNC (and wooden board pasta flight) edition

Matt Wild

July 17, 2024

broadstreet.zone(154824); Looking for a roundup of Milwaukee food and drink news? Then take a bite of our cleverly titled, bi-weekly Food/Drink Roundup! This week: RNC news! • The Republican National Conven...

WMSE’s Local/Live: Guerrilla Ghost

Milwaukee Record Staff

July 17, 2024

WMSE's local and live in-studio showcase, Local/Live, airs Tuesdays 6-7 p.m. You can find past episodes HERE, or on this handy Soundcloud playlist. milwaukeerecord · WMSE's Local/Live, July 16, 2024: Guerr...

Scenes from the RNC security perimeter: Day 2

Matt Wild

July 16, 2024

On Day 1 of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, the security perimeter was abuzz with a large protest march. The area was much quieter on Day 2—Tuesday, July 16—though early-afternoon news that pol...

On The Run From RNC: Dispatches from Route 66, Day 2: Honest Abe and Mother Jones

Tad Kriofske Mainella

July 16, 2024

Things are getting weirder than weird as the Republican National Convention invades Milwaukee, so two forlorn Milwaukeeans are choosing to follow Route 66 to remember, to recharge, and to take pilgrimage at the...

Next Paperback Hero gets back on (four) track with homespun album, ‘Waves’

Tyler Maas

July 16, 2024

Writer's block has a way of sneaking up on you. Ironically, expectation—whether it's from external sources awaiting the next morsel of new output or the self-manufactured fear of falling behind—can oftentimes b...

Here’s the full A La Carte At The Zoo entertainment lineup

Tyler Maas

July 16, 2024

While July is already half over, there’s still a ton of amazing events on the horizon both in and around Milwaukee. Among the biggest, most unique, and most popular festivals that have yet to occur is A La Cart...

Tonight will be the “most perfect evening” in Wisconsin, apparently

Matt Wild

July 16, 2024

A version of this article originally appeared on our Patreon. Want to support Milwaukee Record and get exclusive articles and podcasts? Click HERE. Thanks! One of the best things about co-running ye olde Mil...

Scenes from the RNC security perimeter: Day 1

Matt Wild

July 15, 2024

The Republican National Convention is taking place in Milwaukee this week, July 15-18. You can watch coverage of all the official events on Milwaukee's City Channel. You can find additional coverage literally a...

Nuisance’s unconventional creation continues on cross-continental ‘Squash Blossom Necklace’

Tyler Maas

July 15, 2024

You can always count on the guys in Nuisance to keep things interesting. The duo that's composed of William Seidel and Ryan Weber—who were past collaborators in noted Milwaukee outfits like Decibully, Camden, T...

On The Run From RNC: Dispatches from Route 66, Day 1: American giants

Tad Kriofske Mainella

July 15, 2024

Things are getting weirder than weird as the Republican National Convention invades Milwaukee, so two forlorn Milwaukeeans are choosing to follow Route 66 to remember, to recharge, and to take pilgrimage at the...

Some “Great Milwaukee Block Party” counter-RNC events, plus 13 RNC screenings of ‘Reagan’ starring Dennis Quaid

Matt Wild

July 15, 2024

The Republican National Convention takes over Milwaukee this week, July 15-18. It'll be a huge moment for politicians, reporters, local tourism groups, and local food hall owners. What will the rest of us get o...

‘The Daily Show’ cancels Milwaukee broadcasts during RNC

Matt Wild

July 14, 2024

Comedy Central's The Daily Show had planned to broadcast four episodes from the Marcus Performing Arts Center in Milwaukee during the week of the Republican National Convention, July 15-18. But on Sunday, the s...

Enjoy Every Fish Fry: Catch a rejuvenating fish fry at Union Park Tavern in Kenosha

Caleb Westphal

July 12, 2024

broadstreet.zone(156201); Caleb Westphal hasn't missed a Friday fish fry since 2013. Follow his never-ending adventures—sponsored by Miller High Life—HERE. This week, fish fry #549: Union Park Tavern in Kenosh...

Summerfest 2024 attendance was 555,925; down from 624,407 in 2023

Matt Wild

July 12, 2024

The Summerfest 2024 attendance numbers are in—and they're a little soggy. According to a press release from Milwaukee World Festival, Inc., a total of 555,925 fans attended this year's Big Gig. That's 68,482...

Buy Packers, Bucks, Brewers cards to support Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin

Josh Hoppert

July 12, 2024

If you love paying way too much for rare and valuable Jordan Love rookie cards or common and badly damaged Bob Uecker cards, then you have come to the right place! A team of local collectors (my two beagles ...

Ellie Jackson says goodnight to “China Lights”

Matt Wild

July 12, 2024

The last time we checked in with Milwaukee singer/songwriter/cafe co-owner Ellie Jackson, she had just released the one-two punch of "Dinner With A Friend" and "Dream Girl." The singles were poppy and dreamy, r...

Milwaukee Record Cat Of The Week: Honeycomb

Milwaukee Record Staff

July 11, 2024

Milwaukee Record is working in partnership with Urban Cat Coalition—a local organization that’s dedicated to creating a no kill community by humanely reducing the cat population in the Milwaukee area through ta...

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