Published May 15, 2013
If one were to imagine a location for a once-in-a-lifetime chance to see a legendary Italian progressive rock band in an extremely intimate setting, I doubt that Superior Street in Bay View would make the list. But Friday night brings the Italian Progressive Rock band Il Castello di Atlante to that very venue.
Published May 15, 2013
With a return by Paul McCartney on tap this summer at Miller Park, the arrival of "Rockshow," is well-timed. The film, which screens at the Bayshore iPic at 8 p.m. on Thursday, May 16, and at 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 19, was filmed on the same 1975-76 U.S. tour that led to Paul McCartney & Wings' triple-live album, "Wings Over America."
Published May 7, 2013
I would imagine that it's a pretty rare thing to be able to bring down a house 43 years after your death. But for Janis Joplin, it's no big deal. She definitely brought down the house, rafters and all, at the Quadracci Powerhouse last night. The Milwaukee premier of "One Night With Janis Joplin" was not only a dynamic concert experience but a compelling theatrical production as well. If you're a Janis fan or just a lover of music in general, you need to see this show.
Published April 29, 2013
Kelly Hogan is one of the busiest working musicians around and on Sunday night, she reminded the Pabst Pub audience of why she is so in-demand with a marvelous performance that showcased all of her talents.
Published April 22, 2013
When Kentucky's Quiet Hollers come to town this week for a gig at Frank's Power Plant, you might hear lots of comparisons. The quintet's folk and country infused rock and roll recalls the Avetts or Lucero, some might say. But, to me, the eight melodic and gritty, acoustic-fueled tunes on the band's "I Am The Morning" remind me most of all of those powerful mid-80s Springsteen tunes like "Shut Out the Light" - songs about despair and darkness but also hopes and dreams.
A white light beam spills upon you, completely solid in brightness and force, yet with the sensation that it is moving, swooning you to swim in it. Dizzying twinkles in the background give a new awareness that you're really floating in space, dipping in and out of bursting nebulas of every color ...
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