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When Jalen Ngonda logged into his recent interview with HYFIN Music Director Anthony Foster, he was hiding out indoors, battling an uncharacteristic UK heatwave. But heatwaves aside, the Maryland-born, London-based soul powerhouse has been on a serious roll. Hot on the heels of his latest Daptone Records release, Doctrine of Love, Ngonda took a breath between tour dates to break down how a few years of relentless gigging—and a healthy […]
When Jalen Ngonda logged into his recent interview with HYFIN Music Director Anthony Foster, he was hiding out indoors, battling an uncharacteristic UK heatwave. But heatwaves aside, the Maryland-born, London-based soul powerhouse has been on a serious roll. Hot on the heels of his latest Daptone Records release, Doctrine of Love, Ngonda took a breath between tour dates to break down how a few years of relentless gigging—and a healthy obsession with James Brown, New Orleans soul, and ‘60s folk […]
Ayra Starr - Starrgirl Mavin Global Holdings / Republic Records Global Afrobeats superstar Ayra Starr steps into her full power on her ambitious third full-length album (LP), Starrgirl. Seamlessly shifting across 16 tracks between Afropop, R&B, and dancehall, Starr proves why she’s one of the defining voices of her generation. The album is packed with massive collaborations, including the sultry duet "Heaven Baby" featuring ZAYN, "Gimme Dat" alongside Wizkid, and "Who's Dat Girl" with Rema. Solo cuts like "Tornado" and […]
We had the distinct pleasure to have ANOTHER, excellent convo with Shalina Ali and Fidel Verdin from True Skool about their 9th Annual Summer Park Jam, taking place August 14th & 15th at The Peck Pavilion at The iconic Marcus Center, in the heart of Downtown Milwaukee. The event includes the CEO Sessions on Friday, with some excellent speakers and tons of wisdom and experience being shared from individuals, sharing game, knowledge and insight into how they became successful. Saturday […]
Dinner Party – Whatchu Bringing? Screenshot Empire / Sounds of Crenshaw When the superhero squad of modern jazz and hip-hop soul—Terrace Martin, Kamasi Washington, Robert Glasper, and 9th Wonder—reconnects, you clear your evening and pour something smooth. Whatchu Bringing? feels less like a traditional album release and more like pulling up to an exclusive studio session where the vibes are immaculate and the musicianship is completely off the charts. Vocal powerhouse Phoelix acts as the soulful glue across tracks like […]
Courtesy of the Artist I sat down with Tank of Tank & The Bangas for an exclusive conversation about the group’s latest project, The Last Balloon, and the journey that brought them this far. We explored the pivotal moments behind each chapter of the balloon series, reflected on the NPR Tiny Desk performance that propelled the band to global recognition and went beyond the stage to discover the woman behind the artist. We also discussed the group’s upcoming performance at À La Carte at […]
DOMi & JD BECK WHO ASKED? APESHIT / Blue Note Records The chaos duo is officially back, and WHO ASKED? is an absolute fever dream in the best way possible! Moving away from the long list of heavy guest stars from their debut, DOMi and JD BECK bring in a sinfonietta of classical players to execute a super-maximalist, orchestral jazz-indietronica vision. DOMi’s blindingly fast keyboard work and JD BECK’s impossibly tight live drumming collide to create a sound that feels […]
Courtesy of artist Their talent is undeniable. Their contribution to the culture is indispensable. They're the Black women in our playlists, on our screens and in our feeds. On Ladies First, Element Everest-Blanks talks with one of these remarkable women about their lives, their music and how they made their moment happen. Because it's not about who's next. It's about who's now. Los Angeles singer-songwriter Imani Archer is an emerging alternative pop and R&B artist whose music is rooted in vulnerability, […]
I had the absolute honor of sitting down with 414 royalty, my brother Brad Anthony Bernard—aka B.WYZDOM—on the latest edition of Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow right here on listener-supported HYFIN. We chopped it up heavy about the power of Black art, the deep roots of Milwaukee funk, and how he’s keeping that legacy alive and breathing in the city. We're bringing all that energy straight to the neighborhood for the return of the Community Arts & Funk Festival on Sunday, August […]
As someone who proudly participates in Black Arts MKE Fest every year, I can tell you this is much more than a festival, it’s a celebration of Black excellence, creativity, culture, and community. From national recording artists and heartfelt tributes to cultural competitions, family experiences, and interactive activities, this year’s festival offers something for every generation. Whether you’re coming for the music, the fashion, the food, or the culture, here are my top 10 reasons to experience Black Arts MKE […]
HYFIN is a media movement from Radio Milwaukee.
Milwaukee’s only Urban Alternative radio station features the full spectrum of Black music beyond R&B and Hip-Hop plus Milwaukee music. HYFIN connects the culture with the latest Black culture news, podcasts and more. Listen to best hip hop & R&B, dance, Afrobeats and more!
Get your tickets now for just $10 in advance or $15 at the door and join us at 220 East Pittsburgh on May 10th.
