Some very talented Milwaukee musicians & poets come together to remember the amazing era when New York City and East Coast folk music blazed a creative trail thru the streets … 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 variety of sounds, including piano, pedal steel, flute, and clarinet, and is supported by an all-star band of Milwaukee musicians. Maximiano's music is described as lush, courageous, and ambitious, with a sound that captures the beauty of newfound wisdom. They are known for their willingness to write songs out of necessity, providing companionship for feelings that are too difficult or embarrassing to express. Maximiano's artistic journey has been shaped by their parents and their deep connection to their family's ancestry, and they embrace their identity as a mixed-race, non-binary, queer artist. Midwest independent folk fivesome with moody dark country and traditional celtic influences. Queer. Bitch Creek’s first single “Animal” is out now on Bandcamp and all streaming platforms. Marble Teeth, the solo project of Caleb Jefson, is an indie artist from Decatur, Illinois, known for his rock and folk music. His music often reflects his personal experiences and influences, showcasing a unique blend of indie and folk sounds. Caleb's approach to music production is unique, as he handles all aspects of his music, including playing, recording, mixing, and album covers, often using a mix of DIY and professional methods. His brand, Marble Teeth, is characterized by its handmade merchandise, including custom shirts and branded items. Doors … Continued

John Stano is an award-winning singer songwriter from Milwaukee. His sound is a distinctive blend of acoustic and slide guitar, stellar rack harmonica, expressive vocals and insightful songwriting developed over … Continued

All Messed Up XIVFri. Feb 13th & Sat. Feb 14th at Linneman'sDoors Open at 7pm each night, bands at 8pm.$5 each night at the door21+ ALL MESSED UP XIV SCHEDULE … Continued

All Messed Up XIVFri. Feb 13th & Sat. Feb 14th at Linneman'sDoors Open at 7pm each night, bands at 8pm.$5 each night at the door21+ ALL MESSED UP XIV SCHEDULE … Continued

Celebrate Mardi Gras & Fat Tuesday!! Get into the spirit of the Mardi Gras as traditional New Orleans jazz is celebrated with the Ryan Meisel Quartet featuring Celia Meisel on … Continued

Waterspouts is a Alt-Country/Rock band from Milwaukee, influenced by artists such as Uncle Tupelo, David Berman, and Neil Young. Featuring both introspective lyrics and fuzzed out riffs, they are a … Continued

Kieran Porter is a musician based in Milwaukee, WI, known for his work with the band Night Fever MKE, which is a tribute band to the Bee Gees. The band has been active since 2022 and has become a premier Bee Gees tribute in Milwaukee. Night Fever MKE consists of local musicians such as Christian Porter, John Lenz, Kieran Porter, Tlalok Rodriguez, Peter Behlmer, Carl Erikstrup, and Riverwest legend Brett Westphal. The band specializes in Bee Gees repertoire and has been performing with intense conviction and burning passion.  Cosmic Lovechild is a Milwaukee-based band led by Christian Porter.  It was conceived as an homage to the forefathers of R&B, rock and soul. The band's music evokes feelings of loss, love, longing, hope, dreams, and everything in between. They perform with intense conviction, burning passion, and commanding authority, leaving an indelible mark on their audience. The band's music is indebted to the big three: love, loss, and longing, and they are known for their heartfelt tunes that resonate with listeners. Shell Bells’ music is an intriguing blend of indie folk, sunshine rock, neo soul, and sound healing psychedelia. The artist … Continued

Featuring some of Milwaukee’s finest players from the jam band, jazz, and bluegrass scenes, If I Knew the Way is a project dedicated to celebrating rich points in American music. … Continued

Celebrate biking in February by coming to my release show of “Yeah Bikes!” And Music Video Premiere edited by @oochzilla (Chris Ouchie) at Linneman's Riverwest Inn featuring Mari Grace on … Continued

Heavy Bend is an alternative folk rock band from Milwaukee, WI, known for their deep and direct lyrics that speak to the tension between selfhood and togetherness. The band's music is influenced by the Violent Femmes, The Microphones, and Big Thief, with a focus on emotional drive and sincerity. They have released two singles, "Scared to Know" and "Sidetracked," and are currently working on their sophomore studio album. Their live performances are known for their earnest and evocative sound, with a blend of fuzz-saturated guitars, blunt drums, and melodic bass lines. Oh Well, Ok 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. … Continued

SSAANN:  Spiraling between the realms of dreampop and shoegaze, SSAANN builds upon expansive reverb, hypnotic echoes, and vast guitar textures. Their debut album is set to be released in Spring of 2026 … Continued

"Bringing a fresh sound to the Milwaukee music scene, Digbii delivers a powerful blend of original composition and improvisation. Creating and performing music with a mix of catchiness and complexity, … Continued

Eclecti-Pop! is (or, when in the U.K., are) the uniquely "almost-every-genre" melange of longtime folkie/rocker Laura Nash (drums/guitar), journeyman punk-pop bassist/guitarist Paul McComas and, up front, pop and baroque(!)-music maven Emily Quinn (keyboard/lead vocal). (Oh, and they're … Continued