‘Waves Don’t Die’: Milwaukee’s own Wave Chapelle talks upcoming EP, new motivations and the Bucks

Courtesy: Cade Mcgown "I'm an artist that takes the craft very seriously. I’m going to keep supplying the fans, the listeners, the new listeners with the highest quality of music.” – Wave Chapelle It’s often said that words are powerful. What you speak is what you believe and also what you turn into your reality. Wave Chapelle’s projects (and singles) give clues into the life it seems he’s always been […]

April 25, 2023

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Brandee Younger’s ‘brand new’ mission to solidify the harp as a jazz music staple

Brandee Younger; Credit: Erin O'Brien Most people think of the harp as an instrument primarily meant for classical music, but harpist and composer Brandee Younger is working to change that perception. She is championing the harp as an instrument for jazz. Younger’s newest album "Brand New Life" aims to illustrate the harp as a focal instrument in jazz. The project is inspired by another trailblazing jazz harpist, Dorothy Ashby, whose music […]

April 11, 2023

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CopyWrite Magazine Puts Milwaukee’s Black and Brown Streetwear Culture on Center Stage

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=37xKbJ0iujY The history of streetwear dates back to the late ‘70s and ‘80s when the industrial workforce created a more casual style of clothing that eventually became everyday lifestyle wear. This has now turned into a global trend where streetwear is displayed in all creative forms, including the music industry, runway fashion and collaborations between big brands like Louis Vuitton and Gucci. In Milwaukee, streetwear culture is a fusion of […]

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Events

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority returns to ‘take over’ Milwaukee for Central Regional Conference

Central Regional Director Kiahna W. Davis Thousands of women dedicated to leadership and community service will take over Milwaukee this week. The Cream City will welcome Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated (AKA) for its 89th Central Regional Conference, April 6-9, at the Wisconsin Center. In addition to exploring the city, the event is a time for members to reconvene, learn more about the current trajectory of the organization, participate in […]

April 4, 2023

Interviews

Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow: Mandela Barnes

Anthony Foster &Mandela Barnes; Courtesy: Erin Bagatta This is ‘Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow’ on HYFIN. We connect with influential HYFIN-ators in our orbit to dig deep into how music shapes their life. We also learn more about them on a personal tip. They sit down with on-air DJ Anthony Foster to discuss: YESTERDAY - ”The soundtrack of your life” type of songs and artists that are favorites of their youth. […]

March 28, 2023

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Debby Friday’s ‘good luck’ is very clear to see ahead of debut album

Debby Friday; Courtesy: @katrinbraga Toronto-based singer and emcee, DEBBY FRIDAY, has released the stellar track ‘So Hard to Tell’ from her debut full length album, ‘Good Luck’ out everywhere on March 24. What isn’t hard to tell, is that she is a fresh and innovative voice, uncommon yet commanding. While her initial offerings, ‘Bitchpunk’ and ‘Death Drive’ were, punk-funk-industrial in scope, ‘So Hard to Tell’ smooths it out to more […]

March 20, 2023

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Nyla Hayes: The teen millionaire taking over the NFT art world

Nyla Hayes; Courtesy: Kia Caldwell Photography Nyla Hayes is not an average artist. She has been featured in Diversity in Action, Ebony, Black Enterprise, and TIME Magazine. All of these accomplishments, paired with CNN interviews and speaking at billionaire luncheons, would lead you to believe that she can’t be any more impressive. Now, what if we told you she was 14 years old? Nyla dropped her first collection of art […]

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Keeping it peaceful: India Shawn writes her life and gives us a soundtrack for our own

What is there not to say about India Shawn? Her vibe is peaceful and focused. Her music is personal, relatable and inspired by experiences that anyone of us could be having right now. The LA-born creative is an undeniably gifted singer and songwriter. Working with artists as Monica and singing background for Harry Styles are just parts of her expansive music career. She’s been in the music industry for more […]

March 14, 2023

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NilexNile heads out on tour with new album “Nostalgia Everclear” dropping this month

NilexNile, Courtesy: FB "The album is sounding good. I feel like I'm in a really good space. I feel like I want to share it with the world, literally." It would be a huge understatement to say NilexNile has just been... 'busy'. He's about to embark on his "Nostalgia Tour", dedicated to the Midwest but with a beginning stop in Austin, TX for SXSW. Yea, he's done shows and tours […]

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‘Waves Don’t Die’: Milwaukee’s own Wave Chapelle talks upcoming EP, new motivations and the Bucks

Brandee Younger’s ‘brand new’ mission to solidify the harp as a jazz music staple

CopyWrite Magazine Puts Milwaukee’s Black and Brown Streetwear Culture on Center Stage

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority returns to ‘take over’ Milwaukee for Central Regional Conference

Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow: Mandela Barnes

Debby Friday’s ‘good luck’ is very clear to see ahead of debut album

Nyla Hayes: The teen millionaire taking over the NFT art world

Keeping it peaceful: India Shawn writes her life and gives us a soundtrack for our own

NilexNile heads out on tour with new album “Nostalgia Everclear” dropping this month

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