The regulars at Throttle Twisters, Milwaukee’s first Black biker bar

Julie Grace Immink For the month of July, Uniquely Milwaukee will shine a well-deserved spotlight on the unsung heroes of our city: the loyal regulars who not only frequent our bars, restaurants and museums, but also play a vital role in keeping everything running smoothly. This week, HYFIN's Anthony Foster takes over the podcast and transports us to Throttle Twisters, Milwaukee’s first Black biker bar, to spend a few hours at a […]

July 12, 2023

Milwaukee

Jadakiss will headline Hip-Hop Week MKE’s return

Jadakiss performing with The Lox at UBS Arena in New York earlier this year. In just two years, Hip-Hop Week MKE attracted a roster of guests that quickly established it as a premier event in the city. Between the 2018 and 2019 installments, Megan Thee Stallion, RZA, Ghostface, Mystikal and the godfather of hip-hop himself, DJ Kool Herc, all made appearances. After a pandemic-related hiatus that spanned three years, we […]

July 11, 2023

Milwaukee

Janelle James, Spinderella to headline Cultures & Communities Festival

Janelle James (left) of "Abbott Elementary" and DJ Spinderella are both part of this year's Cultures & Communities Festival from Milwaukee Film. Milwaukee Film’s Cultures & Communities Festival is back for its fifth installment Oct. 5-12, and the organization this week announced a pair of headlining events for this year’s celebration. On Oct. 8, actress and comedian Janelle James will bring her Newly Famous Comedy Tour to the Pabst Theater, performing […]

July 11, 2023

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Milwaukee

Introducing the first-ever HYFIN Anti-Gala featuring Madison McFerrin and Silas Short

Join us for our inaugural HYFIN ANTI-GALA on Thursday, August 3rd, 6:00pm at the Marcus Performing Arts Center. Radio Milwaukee’s largest fundraiser to date, it promises to be an evening full of inspiration, appreciation and celebration of the Black culture in Milwaukee. What is an Anti-Gala? A place where you can be yourself. Dress to the theme or what brings you joy. The theme is Afrofuturism and we are here […]

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Interviews

Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow: Stacia Thompson

Anthony Foster & Stacia Thompson, Ed.D. Stacia Thompson, Ed.D. is a Milwaukee treasure and self-proclaimed 90’s music aficionado. This fact alone makes her an exemplary guest for this edition of Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow. Born and raised in Racine, Wisconsin, and deeply connected to her hometown, she came of age in the ‘golden era’ of music: the 90s. She graduated from Concordia University, and luckily for us, she returned back to […]

May 31, 2023 2 4

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HYFINated Conversations

Milwaukee hip hop veteran Twan Mack joins Arrested Development tour

Twan Mack has solidified his position as one of Milwaukee's most talented and respected rappers. Armed with an unmatched ability to blend thought-provoking lyrics with infectious beats, he has garnered a devoted following that spans across the globe. Twan Mack's adult contemporary hip hop music inspires listeners with his raw emotions and empowering messages. As a founding member of one of Milwaukee’s first hip hop indie groups, Kali Tribe, Mack […]

May 25, 2023 7

Events

Grace Weber’s Music Lab final season guest is Frank Gatson Jr.

IT’S THE LAST MUSIC LAB OF THE SCHOOL YEAR! To showcase the program in its full format, we're hosting an open house-style session, live from our Walker’s Point Studios. Attendance will be encouraged by the public of all ages; including current high-schoolers, middle-schoolers, teachers, parents, and community members. MAY THEME & GUEST Our final featured theme is “Taking the Stage,” & we’re welcoming the highly-acclaimed choreographer & creative director to […]

May 11, 2023

Artistic Anarchy - Anime x Beats x Art x Sake

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Events

Artistic Anarchy: A Unique Anime Experience Supporting HYFIN on May 27

Milwaukee, WI - HYFIN, Milwaukee’s Urban Alternative station, and The Sugar Maple are proud to present "Artistic Anarchy: An Evening of Anime x Art x Beats x Sake." The event will be held on Saturday, May 27, 2023, from 5 pm to 10 pm, at The Sugar Maple in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. “Artistic Anarchy” promises to be a unique and exciting event for anime fans and art enthusiasts. Local artists will […]

May 9, 2023 2

Milwaukee

International Jazz Day on HYFIN featuring a jazz brunch, 12 hour jazz marathon and more!

This Sunday is International Jazz Day and HYFIN will celebrate with over 12 hours of jazz. From 6 am to 6 pm, HYFIN presents a prelude to a premiere with legends and a new generation of artists leading up to the debut of NPR's Jazz Night in America at 6 pm. Hosted by multiple Grammy Award-winning musician Christian McBride, Jazz Night in America presents content on multiple platforms and from […]

April 25, 2023

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The regulars at Throttle Twisters, Milwaukee’s first Black biker bar

Jadakiss will headline Hip-Hop Week MKE’s return

Janelle James, Spinderella to headline Cultures & Communities Festival

Introducing the first-ever HYFIN Anti-Gala featuring Madison McFerrin and Silas Short

Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow: Stacia Thompson

Milwaukee hip hop veteran Twan Mack joins Arrested Development tour

Grace Weber’s Music Lab final season guest is Frank Gatson Jr.

Artistic Anarchy: A Unique Anime Experience Supporting HYFIN on May 27

International Jazz Day on HYFIN featuring a jazz brunch, 12 hour jazz marathon and more!

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