Music - Nov. 3, 2009
Semi-Twang turns back the clock at Shank
When the talk turns to great Milwaukee bands, most people would agree that the Violent Femmes are the biggest thing ever to come out of this city. But close on their heels are the BoDeans, who are still together, and Semi-Twang, a band that had a big recording contract, incredible critical acclaim and a life that was far too short.
Tags: Semi-Twang, John Sieger, Mike Hoffmann, Bob Jennings, R&B Cadets, Jason Klagstad, Mike Sieger, Paul Cebar, Robin Pluer, E*I*E*I*O, Mitchell Froom

Music - Oct. 12, 2009
Gig roundup: E*I*E*I*O makes a rare appearance
Who knows? Maybe they've all got too much other stuff to do. Maybe they don't get along that well. Maybe they just understand the laws of supply and demand. Whatever the reason, Milwaukee's landmark proto-alt.country rockers E*I*E*I*O play only very infrequent gigs.
Tags: E*I*E*I*O, Carolinas, Mike Hoffmann, Shank Hall, Rodrigo y Gabriela, The Rave, The Pabst Theater, The Postmarks, Brookville, Andrew Bird, St. Vincent, Dosh, Boys Like Girls, The Maine, Mike Doughty, Porter Block