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Bristlehead CD Release * April 18, 2025

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

Prolific Milwaukee artist Mike Fredrickson (appearance on Saturday Night Live, numerous Grand Ole Opry performances, and other major stages over the world!) is joined by some of the city’s best musicians to form Bristlehead.   An early Friday evening performance to release his newest CD, come and sample some of the hundreds of songs that have been … Continued

$10

Featured Reader: Miss Dia * April 21, 2025

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 Miss Dia!

$3

Open Stage Feature: Zoei * April 23, 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 Zoei!

Free

Dusty String Band Single Release w/ Rich & Dusty * April 24, 2025

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

The Dusty String Band is a fledgling group that was formed and named under the loose supervision of the artist named Dusty Pockets. The band uses traditional bluegrass music as a launching pad into other genres that highlight angelic vocal harmonies and virtuosic improvisation including but not limited to jazz, rock, pop and jam music. … Continued

$5

The Periodicals w/ The Pedal Tavern All-Stars * April 26, 2025

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

Formed in 2013, The Periodicals are a British/American Wisconsin-based ten-piece band featuring guitars, horns, keyboards, violin, and sensational vocals that have been earning rave reviews for their tight live sets and unique blend of northern soul and alternative rock. Whether its on the festival stage or in the intimacy of a downtown bar, the Periodicals rock the house … Continued

$10

Featured Reader: Di Minardi

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 Di Minardi!

$3

Open Stage Feature: Nate Jenkins * April 30, 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 Nate Jenkins!

Free

Natalie Sue & the Steed w/ Kati Katchever, & Bitch Creek * May 2, 2025

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

Born under Milwaukee's summer sun, Natalie Sue and The Steed bring a fresh and dreamy twist to country music. Fronted by songwriter and vocalist Natalie Sue, the six piece band blends poetic romance with newfangled country licks and classic rock motion. Kati Katchever:    Songpoet in hues of high blue and deep amber, a flute-throated … Continued

$12

WURK w/ Chili the Band * May 3, 2025

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

Wurk is a 6-piece funk-fusion group that formed in Madison, WI in 2016.  Inspired by Snarky Puppy, Umphrey’s McGee, Herbie Hancock, and many others; their innovative original songs and ambitious interpretations of popular covers offer an impressive multi-genre exploration of funk, jazz fusion, prog rock, reggae, and more. Described by Isthmus Magazine as “summer-jam-perfect”, their sound … Continued

$10

Featured Reader: Trunk Bussa

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 Trunk Bussa!

$3

Open Stage Feature: Two Women * May 7, 2024

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 Two Women!

Free

Jesse Tyler Frewerd and Dan Lepien * May 8, 2025

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

Stories and Songs, a night of country music by Jesse Tyler Frewerd and Dan Lepien JESSE TYLER FREWERD Jesse Tyler Frewerd is a U.S. Army Combat Veteran turned singer-songwriter, based in Menomonee Falls, WI. His musical journey took root after his deployment in Iraq in 2004, where music became more than a passion—it became a … Continued

$10

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

$15

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

$10

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!

$3

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!

$3

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 * 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 Doors 7pm, Music 8pm, $10

$10

Combustor w/ TBA * May 24, 2025

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

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 Many, How Long” 45), Clancy … Continued

$10

“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

$15