The Ruen Brothers will perform in Madison, Wisconsin, as part of their upcoming show. The band discussed their album "Awoo" and their influences in a recent interview.
Isthmus 50 Fest will celebrate its 50th anniversary with a party at Atwood Music Hall on April 18, featuring Ben Sidran and the New Breed Quintet, and a trivia night at the High Noon Saloon on April 21.
Milwaukee's April schedule includes the Milwaukee Film Festival, the Midwest Gaming Classic, and Record Store Day, among others, according to a recent appearance on TMJ4's "What's Brewing Wisconsin" show.
The 2026 Milwaukee Film Festival is set to take place April 16-30 at the Oriental and Downer theaters, with tickets and passes now on sale. The festival's organizers have created a treasure hunt for the event, with the first clue recently released.
Indie/chamber folk artist Jake Dryzal releases his new album "Untogether" today.
Folk musician Tim O'Brien has posted a live acoustic cover of his song "Pompadour" on the r/folk platform, featuring added vocals, piano, and on-screen lyrics.
Dark Prophet, a folk artist, has released "Cross of Old", a new single.
A new song titled "That Crazy War" has been shared on the r/folk community, sparking discussion among users.
Folk singer seeks feedback on new album track "Hands Off", citing it as their favorite so far and describing it as the hardest song to play and sing together.
Folk singer-songwriter shares personal health update, mentions injury affecting music performance.
Comedian and musician Chad Carvey has released a new single, "300,000 Years to Get Here," which has garnered attention on the music sharing platform r/indieheads.
Alternative rock band A Place To Bury Strangers has entered the Top Adds chart at No. 1 on WMSE 91.7 FM, while Crows, The, also debuted at No. 3.
Milwaukee blues musicians have performed at various venues over the years, sharing their music with the community. The city's rich musical history has been a backdrop for many great blues performances.
Chicago-based all-saxophone quartet ~Nois releases its debut album "What Is ~Nois", offering an accessible introduction to the potentially complex group.
A new photobook from a Milwaukee-based photographer showcases years of pictures of live performances from Milwaukee musicians, highlighting the city's live music scene. The book features a collection of photographs by a longtime Milwaukee artist and photographer. The photographer recently discussed the book on WPR's "Wisconsin Today" program.
Radio Milwaukee's New Music Friday list for April 10 features top albums, but the content does not specify which albums made the list.
Peter Phippen's debut album "Volume One" has been released, marking a new chapter in the musician's career. The album is a collection of live recordings that showcase Phippen's musical talents.
Layne Yost releases first live album, "Volume One", a collection of performances from the musician.
IV and the Strange Band to perform at Revelry Fest 2026 in Appleton, Wisconsin.
Mikaela Davis' latest album, Graceland Way, blends various genres, including pop, folk, and Western sounds, in a fusion of styles. The album marks Davis' continued experimentation with different musical directions.
Irrational Exuberants has released their first album, The Undertow, as part of a new Financial Metal Solo-Project. The album is available on platforms like Instagram.
Fantastic Cat's new album is a retro folk rock release, featuring a super-group of singer-songwriter stars Anthony D'Amato, Brian Dunn, Don DiLego, and Mike Montali.
Steel guitarist Weldon Myrick, known as the "Einstein" of steel guitar, was born on April 10, 1938. Myrick's work has been featured on hits by George Strait and Alan Jackson.
Phil Ochs, a great American folk singer, took his own life 50 years ago today. Ochs' song "When I'm Gone" is a poignant reflection on mortality and legacy.
A Reddit user is experiencing a "Mandela effect" where they believe the song "end of beginning" by Djo was released in the 1990s, despite its actual release date being 2022. The user is unsure if it's the melody or a similar song being misremembered.
