Jake Manzi has been on a journey, and he’s ready to tell you all about it. Raised in western MA and residing in Los Angeles, Jake’s unique brand of folk rock has earned him significant acclaim, sold-out hometown shows, and opening slots for Dawes, NRBQ, Ron Sexsmith, M. Ward, Lori McKenna, and more. After a … Continued

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 … Continued

With their indie pop/rock sound and gut-wrenching lyrics, The Jesse Garwood Club knows just how to make you laugh, cry, yearn and remember all at the same time. Based in Milwaukee, Jesse Garwood is a prolific, self-taught songwriter and poet inspired by her own life experiences and by artists such as Taylor Swift, Catfish and … Continued

Obscure Birds:  3 musicians from the Milwaukee area got together in 2016 formed a band and recorded some material that was never officially released, a 4th member joined. Some things happened, An EP was Digitally released, and a full-length CD “Hatch” was physically released. They are still a band today. The Riverwest Aces are a Milwaukee-based acoustic music group rooted in … Continued

Josephine Luhman is a Chicago-based indie singer-songwriter who began releasing music under the name Josephine in 2022, Her music blending vulnerable lyricism with lush, guitar-driven arrangements - a mix of indie rock, pop, and folk, with “soft yet driving guitars, lush harmonies, and romantic lyrics”.  She works with a rotating band lineup, including Emma McCall (guitar), … Continued

smoothtalkers is an alternative rock band formed in Milwaukee in 2025. It consists of Peter Lindsey(guitar/vox), Jimmy Richardson(lead guitar), Ghostcrab(bass) and Steve Luna(drums). Soaring guitars, dynamic vocals, gangbusting bass, and a powerhouse behind the drums result in a live experience that takes you on an angsty ride from melancholy lows to bellowing crescendos sure to … Continued

Join us for a Latin themed MKE Music Night, a celebration of music and culture Enjoy a diverse mix of Latin sounds from around the world starting with a special boleros set performed by your musical host Tlalók. Join us for a latin themed MKE Music Night, a celebration of music and culture Enjoy a … Continued

Maximiano Janairo, a Milwaukee-based singer-songwriter, has carved out a unique niche in the music scene with their soulful blend of heritage, identity, and raw human experience. Their debut album, “The Real Truth,” explores themes of growth and change, with songs that shimmer, echo, and glide through tales of memory and identity. The album features a … Continued

Tigernite is a hard hitting rock-and-roll creature hailing from Milwaukee, WI. Swaggering riffs, powerful spitfire vocals and red-blooded explosive performances shot Tigernite to the forefront of the city’s music scene. In the spirit of honest fun, the band draws inspiration from psychedelia, punk and rock opera, creating their own heavy brand of Glam Rock. Resurrectionists, a … Continued

A collaboration of standout Milwaukee Musicians including Tim & Rob from Deadelijk, Jack & Matt from Five Card Studs, and more join forces to pay tribute to "The Band." Doors at 2:00pm, Music at 3:00pm, Cover $10

Claire Wellin is a singer, writer, multi-instrumentalist, educator, and organizer who uses music-making to open us up—to each other, to ourselves, and to new ways of seeing and being. Claire leads the surrealist folk band Youth in a Roman Field, is the lead singer of the indie rock powerhouse San Fermin, and is a proud … Continued

Under his moniker Orillia, Andrew Marczak follows the long tradition of folk music’s more progressive stewards, commanding audiences with his unique bracing tenor and skeletal arrangements. His debut self-titled record, which was tracked completely live, acoustic, and straight to tape at Jamdek Recording Studios in his hometown of Chicago, marries the quotidian poetry of Sam … Continued

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 Kieran Porter is best known … Continued

The Upside (Sam Jansen) is a singer/songwriter from Milwaukee, WI writing and performing midwestern/emo/folk on an acoustic guitar. Placing the capo and strumming chords are channels of emotion, honesty, and hope. The Upside is a rush of heartfelt pop indie rock melodies that find a way to get stuck in your brain and put a smile … Continued

Morally Gray is a five-piece indie folk band from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, known for blending indie folk with a slight alternative confessional twist. The group features guitar, percussion, piano/keyboard, and bass/hand percussion, with Gray writing the songs and all members contributing vocals. Their sound is described as indie folk with an alternative edge, often leaning into confessional and emotionally raw themes. This … Continued

Lily Slay has a voice like velcro, molasses, and campfire ashes. Milwaukee by way of Charleston, SC, she cut her teeth playing with The Royal Tinfoil, slingers of rock Americana, garage blues, dumpster pop, and pluff mud party jazz debauchery. Slay and her impressive wig collection now call the Cream City home, where she’s working on … Continued