And “Milwaukee’s Best Bloody” is…
Sunday afternoon, thousands of people gathered at the Italian Community Center to partake in a beloved celebration of a tomato-based local delicacy. Great Lakes Hemophilia Foundation's annual “MKE’s Best Bloody...
Here’s nosebleed video of Ja Rule playing the Bucks halftime show
Fresh off the epically disastrous Fyre Festival (and, um, announcing that he wants to throw another music fest), never-boring rapper Ja Rule played the Milwaukee Bucks halftime show Saturday night. Yep, Ja Rule...
We gave Oscars to all the burgers from Milwaukee-area restaurants called Oscar’s
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...
Colter Wall captivates Turner Hall with songs of the plains
Friday night, a one-block stretch of Vel R. Phillips Avenue in downtown Milwaukee simultaneously hosted two of modern music's most promising young voices. While the brand new Fiserv Forum was privy to what was ...
Here’s the Triple Eye Industries Fest IV lineup
In a span of less than five years, Triple Eye Industries has managed an astounding 43 releases—many of them in vinyl format. To celebrate all they've done in such a short span, the Milwaukee-based independent r...
268 Friday fish frys and counting: Kegel’s Inn (West Allis)
Caleb Westphal hasn't missed a Friday fish fry since 2013. Follow along with his never-ending adventures here.
The smell of fried fish hit me as a new bus passenger walked past my seat. At first, I wondered ...
Prepare for Wückfinter by watching some ridiculous Ray’s Wine & Spirits videos
On Sunday, February 24, the inaugural Wückfinter will bring food trucks, music, and adult beverages to the parking lot of Ray's Wine & Spirits. From noon to (at least) 5 p.m., Ray's parking lot will be tent...
We’re screening ‘Billy Madison’ at Avalon Theater on March 20
What's the best Adam Sandler movie? If you said anything other than Billy Madison, then at no point in your rambling, incoherent response were you even close to anything that could be considered a rational thou...
10 not-that-interesting facts about Milwaukee bartender Paul Kennedy and his dogs
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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’
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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”
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
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...