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

February 21, 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...

MKE Music Rewind: The Promise Ring, ‘Very Emergency’

Matt Wild

February 21, 2019

In our MKE Music Rewind series, we revisit notable Milwaukee music that was released before Milwaukee Record became a thing in April 2014. I have a confession to make: I didn't get into The Promise Ring unti...

“Celebration!” will honor heroines in Milwaukee music, art

Tyler Maas

February 21, 2019

It safe to say Milwaukee music has never been in a better place than it is right now. One major reason for this especially fruitful epoch of local music is the outstanding, important, and tireless work that wom...

The Drunk Uncle is targeting March 9 reopen

Tyler Maas

February 20, 2019

Since opening in 2014, The Drunk Uncle has been a bastion for wrestling fans, craft beer enthusiasts, and anyone looking to have a fun time in the heart of West Allis. The bar is known for its outstanding selec...

Hear Wilco member talk about his love for Milwaukee, shooting album art at Mader’s

Tyler Maas

February 20, 2019

Last week, we wrote about a less-than-flattering remark Arcade Fire singer Win Butler directed Milwaukee's way while he was being interviewed on a basketball podcast. A few days later, our fair city was referen...

From Foxconn to fox costumes: Furry company Pawstar is coming to Racine

Matt Wild

February 20, 2019

In news that's sure to delight last weekend's Anime Milwaukee crowd and haunt the dreams of Bob Uecker, Illinois cosplay company Pawstar has announced that it's coming to Racine. The Milwaukee Business Journal ...

Listen to a 1993 Nirvana show at Milwaukee’s MECCA Auditorium

Matt Wild

February 20, 2019

February 20, 2019 would have been Kurt Cobain's 52nd birthday. The Nirvana frontman was born on February 20, 1967; he died on April 5, 1994. In just a few years, he'll be gone longer than he was around. Gloo...

Mike Krol talks ‘Power Chords’ approach, Penthouse magazine spread, playing in Milwaukee

Tyler Maas

February 19, 2019

Since playing Milwaukee Record's stage at last year's Bay View Bash, Los Angeles (by way of Wisconsin) musician Mike Krol has been busy putting the finishing touches on his new album. Last month, Power Chords—K...

Advanced cornhole, and 9 more wonderful spring Milwaukee Recreation classes

Matt Wild

February 19, 2019

Spring is in the air! Okay, not really, but the spring Milwaukee Recreation guide is out and about, and it's as delightful as ever! Pick up a physical copy (or browse a PDF) and you'll be bombarded with hundred...

An ode to Spanish hamburgers, a.k.a. sloppy joes, taverns, etc.

Matt Wild

February 19, 2019

A few weeks ago, in an effort to air out a gaggle of cabin-fever toddlers, my extended family and I spent a few days at one of those indoor water park resorts. (Three Bears Resort in Warrens, Wisconsin, to be e...

Here’s the lineup for Avalon Theater’s “Miyazaki March” and “Anime April”

Matt Wild

February 19, 2019

Attention anime fans still coming down from last weekend's Anime Milwaukee convention: Avalon Atmospheric Theater & Lounge has unveiled the lineup and schedule for this year's "Miyazaki March" and "Anime Ap...

50 flat-out fantastic photos from Mama Tried’s Flat Out Friday 2019

Milwaukee Record Staff

February 18, 2019

Throngs of motorcycle riders and enthusiasts were in hog heaven over the weekend with this year's installment of Mama Tried. An indoor invitational featuring hundreds of custom-built bikes, the Midwest premiere...

In case you blinked last week, here’s all the new shit they’re building in Milwaukee (Feb. 10-16)

Matt Wild

February 18, 2019

Depending on which news sources you follow, Milwaukee is going through either a "renaissance" or a "reinvention." Or maybe it's a "reboot" or a "reimagining," like that crappy Tim Burton version of Planet Of Th...

Arcade Fire singer doesn’t seem to think Milwaukee is a “culturally rich” city

Tyler Maas

February 15, 2019

Last year, Arcade Fire closed out Summerfest with a performance at The American Family Insurance Amphitheater. The show was the Grammy-winning indie rock band's first Milwaukee show in 14 years. The lengthy gap...

Retired plow operator has solution to Milwaukee’s plowing problems

Matt Wild

February 15, 2019

Every Friday, Off The Record looks to other Milwaukee publications (and beyond) for bits of news we missed throughout the week. • Isn't it incredible when we get 8,000 inches of snow and a team of dedicated ...

267 Friday fish frys and counting: Klinger’s East

Caleb Westphal

February 15, 2019

Caleb Westphal hasn't missed a Friday fish fry since 2013. Follow along with his never-ending adventures here. I was taking part in a conversation, sort of. My bandmates and I were sitting at a high top tabl...

Milo says goodbye to Milo at sold-out Cactus Club show

Tanner Owen

February 15, 2019

On the heels of his latest album, Budding Ornithologists Are Weary Of Tired Analogies, Rory Ferreira, a.k.a. Milo, rapped for a sold-out crowd at Cactus Club Thursday night. Milo has dubbed this tour "MILO'S FI...

Meet Joe Wong, the Milwaukee-born composer who made the music for Netflix’s ‘Russian Doll’

Tyler Maas

February 14, 2019

By now, you've likely plowed through the first season of the new Netflix original series Russian Doll. Though the Natasha Lyonne vehicle is inventive, hilariously dark, and incredibly enjoyable on its own, you ...

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...

Say goodbye to The Midwest Beat and stream a song from the band’s final album, ‘Incantations’

Tyler Maas

February 14, 2019

Following 14 years, close to 300 shows, three European tours, and a trio of albums, The Midwest Beat is coming to an end. The longstanding Milwaukee-Madison project will officially call it quits today with the ...

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