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Caley Conway w/ Lee Ketch, & MATTHÚ * May 9, 2025

Linnemans 1001 E Locust St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

There are moments in Caley Conway’s Latest album, Partner…when the ever-busy Milwaukee singer-songwriter finds herself caught in the humdrum duties of daily life. There are things to do—or not—people to see—or not—and the ones and zeros of technology to attend to. And then, suddenly, she’s off and dreaming, belly laughing with a distant friend or … Continued

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North Warren w/ Lunar Moth, The Rotundos, & Old Timer * May 10, 2025

Linnemans 1001 E Locust St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

North Warren, named after the street he lived on as he began releasing music, is the creative endeavor of Luke Esperes, an artist residing in Milwaukee, WI. His influences come from bands such as Harvey Danger, Let’s Wrestle, and Built To Spill making grungy indie rock with an emotional weight. His first single, USPS, was … Continued

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Featured Reader: Ken Woodall

Linnemans 1001 E Locust St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Milwaukee’s esteemed and longest-running poet’s open mic! Linneman’s opens at 7:00 pm at which time the sign-up list is put out! Poets Monday begins at 7:30pm. Featured reader usually goes on around 8:30pm. Tonight’s feature is Ken Woodall!

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Open Stage Feature: Matt Froelich * May 14, 2025

Linnemans 1001 E Locust St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Doors open & sign up list goes out at 7:00 pm, Acoustic Open Stage starts at 8:00 pm! Tonight’s feature is Mat Froelich!

Free

Sam Llanas Band * May 16, 2025

Linnemans 1001 E Locust St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Sam Llanas is an iconic American singer, acoustic guitarist, and songwriter. Best known for his unique and distinctively soulful voice, Llanas burst onto the national music scene in 1986 as part of a popular group from Waukesha Wisconsin. Their debut album was produced by T Bone Burnett and became one of the most critically acclaimed records … Continued

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Sushi Cowboy w/ Grain Elevator, & Well + Good * May 17, 2025

Linnemans 1001 E Locust St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Sushi Cowboy is an energetic rock band hailing from Milwaukee, WI. Their music blends elements of blues, alternative, indie, folk, and classic rock. The band consists of the following talented members: Evan Hummer: Keyboards Dave Williams: Drums Noah Rueckl: Bass, vocals Jake Ringelstetter: Rhythm guitar, vocals Brandon Messmer: Lead guitar, vocals Grain Elevator includes members of Shoobie, … Continued

$15

Featured Reader: Timothy Kloss

Linnemans 1001 E Locust St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Milwaukee’s esteemed and longest-running poet’s open mic! Linneman’s opens at 7:00 pm at which time the sign-up list is put out! Poets Monday begins at 7:30pm. Featured reader usually goes on around 8:30pm. Tonight’s feature is Timothy Kloss!

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Open Stage Feature: Ann Marie Metz * May 21, 2025

Linnemans 1001 E Locust St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Doors open & sign up list goes out at 7:00 pm, Acoustic Open Stage starts at 8:00 pm! Tonight’s feature is Ann Marie Metz!

Free

Groove Grease w/ Brendan Demet Trio * May 23, 2025

Linnemans 1001 E Locust St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Groove Grease is a dynamic Milwaukee funk band blending old school organ grooves (a la Jimmy McGriff) with new school synthesizer based jams and electronic hooks. Andy Schultz – Keys Peter Trueden – Drums Nick Miller – Guitar Jonah Felda – Bass A musical handyman, Brendan Demet is equally versed in improvising and composing, performing solo … Continued

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Combustor w/ Shadows Taller than Souls, & Electricity Kills * May 24, 2025

Linnemans 1001 E Locust St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Presented by FM 91.7 WMSE Combustor is a Milwaukee-based combo formed in 2022, made up of veteran indie/punk/alternative musicians Clancy Carroll (guitars, vocals), Marc Graves (drums, percussion) and Bobby Mitchell (bass, vocals). The members’ past endeavors include: The Haskels (“Taking The City By Storm” EP), The Ones (“Tightrope” 45), Dominoes (“Lies” EP), 3 On Fire (“How … Continued

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“PEACE THRU MUSIC” – A JOHN LENNON TRIBUTE WITH MANY ACTS! * May 25, 2025

Linnemans 1001 E Locust St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

The music of John Lennon comes to life with many of Milwaukee’s finest musical acts taking part to help raise awareness for sensible gun laws. Benefit for Wisconsin’s Anti Violence Effort (WAVE) & The National Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence! Join us for this always fun night of great music by one of the masters! Doors @ … Continued

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Open Stage Feature: Mari * May 28, 2025

Linnemans 1001 E Locust St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Doors open & sign up list goes out at 7:00 pm, Acoustic Open Stage starts at 8:00 pm! Tonight’s feature is Mari!

Free

Cheaper than Therapy * May 29, 2025

Linnemans 1001 E Locust St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Cheaper than Therapy is a 5-piece Milwaukee band that taps into your musical memories from the 60s, 70s and 80s. The core of the band (Gary Reistad, Steve Lirely and Scott Mutch) has been together for 25 years. Newcomers Kevin McMahon and John Hoylman help round out the sound. The music and companionship is Cheaper Than … Continued

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Front of Truck w/ Sad Laser, The Buddyrevelles, & Kevin Tihista * May 30, 2025

Linnemans 1001 E Locust St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Sad Laser, with new songs by Vermillion Twins, Steve and Gary plus some oldies with Front of Truck Sad Laser-"Collapse the One" The Buddyrevelles were formed in 1997 in Eau Claire, Wisconsin by Aaron Grant (guitar & vocals), Scott Hoch (bass & vocals), and Dan Reinholdt (drums).  In 1998, the band recorded and released their … Continued

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Alex Ballard & Sugarfoot Single Release w/ The Thriftones, & The Dirty Sweet * May 31, 2025

Linnemans 1001 E Locust St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

The tale of Missouri-born Americana singer-songwriter, Alex Ballard, is certainly a rich tapestry. After Ballard’s 1980's band Baku Press disbanded, he relocated to Seattle to write and reflect. Although the music scene there was on the verge of exploding, Ballard returned to his long-time home, Milwaukee with a fresh batch of songs, and released his … Continued

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Featured Reader: Robin Christie

Linnemans 1001 E Locust St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Milwaukee’s esteemed and longest-running poet’s open mic! Linneman’s opens at 7:00 pm at which time the sign-up list is put out! Poets Monday begins at 7:30pm. Featured reader usually goes on around 8:30pm. Tonight’s feature is Robin Christie!

$3

Open Stage Feature: Hans Jaeger * June 4, 2025

Linnemans 1001 E Locust St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Doors open & sign up list goes out at 7:00 pm, Acoustic Open Stage starts at 8:00 pm! Tonight’s feature is Hans Jaeger!

Free

Oh Well, OK Album Release w/ Bug Moment, & Shoobie * June 6, 2025

Linnemans 1001 E Locust St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Oh well, Ok releases an album tonight!  They are a noise rock band from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The band plays noisy tunes reminiscent of 80’s and 90’s indie bands such as pavement and dinosaur Jr. The heavy use of distortion and loud guitar noise also takes a leading role in the group. BUG MOMENT is an … Continued

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Video Sex Priest w/ Chrystal Gales * June 7, 2025

Linnemans 1001 E Locust St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Video Sex Priest was formed by Liv Mueller and Bill Backes after they spent time playing together in iconic Milwaukee rock band The Lovelies in the ’90s and early 2000s. The two initially bonded over their mutual love of new wave, dark wave, post-punk and rock. -Erin Wolf, Radio Milwaukee Milwaukee’s Stephen Ziel is back … Continued

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Featured Reader: Virginia Small

Linnemans 1001 E Locust St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Milwaukee’s esteemed and longest-running poet’s open mic! Linneman’s opens at 7:00 pm at which time the sign-up list is put out! Poets Monday begins at 7:30pm. Featured reader usually goes on around 8:30pm. Tonight’s feature is Virginia Small!

$3

Open Stage Feature: Matty Thomas * June 11, 2025

Linnemans 1001 E Locust St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Doors open & sign up list goes out at 7:00 pm, Acoustic Open Stage starts at 8:00 pm! Tonight’s feature is Matty Thomas!

Free

Nineteen Thirteen w/ The Slow Harvest * June 13, 2025

Linnemans 1001 E Locust St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Cellist Janet Schiff, Percussionist Renee Luna Bebeau, and Vocalist Jen Janviere create the new and dynamic sound that is NINETEEN THIRTEEN. Schiff plays a cello that was made in Romania in the year of 1913, hence the band's name. Their music suggests romance and future thought​.​ Powered by cello layers and beat-brush percussion, this multiple … Continued

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Wisconsin Space Program Album Release w/ Dead Feathers, & Blind Hill * June 14, 2025

Linnemans 1001 E Locust St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Wisconsin Space Program Album Release!! Formed in the winter of 2024, Wisconsin Space Program is a three-piece psych-rock band from Milwaukee, exploring sounds ranging from sixties psych pop to heavy, fuzzed-out stoner metal. Known for their electrifying live performances, fans can expect lush harmonies, unpredictable grooves, and a relentless energy that evokes rock bands from a bygone … Continued

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Featured Reader: Carmen Murguia

Linnemans 1001 E Locust St, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Milwaukee’s esteemed and longest-running poet’s open mic! Linneman’s opens at 7:00 pm at which time the sign-up list is put out! Poets Monday begins at 7:30pm. Featured reader usually goes on around 8:30pm. Tonight’s feature is Carmen Murguia!

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