NilexNile ignores gimmicks & distractions in new album single “WIA”

"WIA" is the first single off NilexNile's new album, “Nostalgia EverClear” He's focused. He's authentic. Anything else can stay away. NilexNile is letting his hustle and hard work speak for itself with his newest single, "WIA". Inspired by Chicago's underground hip hop scene, he said the track explains his current outlook on life. He's in a place where choosing between legitimacy and being gaudy isn't hard. [The lyrics] “see through […]

February 17, 2023

Events

‘Aquí/Allá’ connects us through time, place, resistance and culture

As long as I’ve been a DJ in this city, the Walker’s Point Center for the Arts (WPCA) has supported and continues to showcase the work of underrepresented artists from Milwaukee and around the world. My wife and I got a chance to view the current exhibit, “Aquí/Allá” and were immediately moved by the beauty, the messages of resistance and the deep culture on display. In its 35-plus years of […]

February 15, 2023

Milwaukee

Sherman Phoenix, gener8tor launch new program for Milwaukee entrepreneurs and diverse creatives

A new program in Milwaukee will provide “essential” business resources to entrepreneurs and creatives from underserved communities. The Sherman Phoenix Foundation and gener8tor have partnered for this year-round, artist-centered platform that will focus on supporting creative professionals from traditionally underfunded groups, including: BIPOCLGBTQIA+Female or female identifyingNon-binaryPersons with disabilitiesVeterans “Milwaukee has many wonderful resources for artists and creative professionals,” said Maureen Ragalie, director of gener8tor Art. “However, not many are able […]

February 13, 2023

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Featured

Discovering her past: Element uncovers her roots through African Ancestry DNA testing

The first decision I made was to do this. The second decision I made was to take you along with me. Why have you on my journey of self- discovery? Because I wanted to inspire. I wanted others to take their own journey into their family's past and discover who they are. One of the great things about this particular journey was that it dispels the myth about black intelligence […]

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Events

HYFIN to host February “Business Breakfast” with African American Chamber of Commerce

The breakfast is an opportunity for business owners to learn more about cultivating relationships through HYFIN HYFIN, a Radio Milwaukee station, will host the “HYFIN Business Breakfast” on Tuesday, Feb. 21 at Radio Milwaukee’s Walker’s Point studios, 220 E Pittsburgh Ave., from 8:30 to 11 a.m. Hosted in conjunction with the African American Chamber of Commerce of Wisconsin (AACCWI), the breakfast will be co-emceed by Nikki Purvis, President and CEO […]

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Events

Black Lens returns in Milwaukee to celebrate Black History Month through films, events

Courtesy: Milwaukee Film, Black Lens Milwaukee Film's premiere program Black Lens returns with another engaging series for Black History Month. Black Lens debuts a host of new community events and movies throughout February showcasing the beauty and intricacies of African American society and culture. The events kick off on Feb. 1 and span the gamut of networking, exploring Afrofuturism, music and Black love. "Groove Theory", the Black Lens music series, […]

January 30, 2023 2

Milwaukee

It’s our turn to listen to you (and give away a $150 gift card)

We always look for ways to improve your experience with Radio Milwaukee. But we can't do that with you — your thoughts, feedback and opinions on how you listen to music and what kinds of content you’re interested in. By spending just 10 minutes on our survey, you can help shape Radio Milwaukee and be entered for a chance to win a $150 gift card to Black Shoe Hospitality, home […]

January 23, 2023

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Events

Grace Weber’s Music Lab: a space for Milwaukee teens to be creative and learn about the music industry

Courtesy: Grace Weber's Music Lab Music is a bridge and a connector that can bind us all – regardless of where we come from or what we like. In the 414, there’s a free program for Milwaukee-area high schoolers giving them opportunities to be creative and to learn from those in the industry. Powered by Radio Milwaukee, and supported by various sponsors, Grace Weber’s Music Lab is that place. Whether […]

January 23, 2023 2

Interviews

Spider Creek’s mission to infuse Milwaukee’s creative scene with genre-bending music, talent and love

Courtesy of Spider Creek Spider Creek is a music collective based out of Milwaukee consisting of as many as 30 contributors, ranging from musicians and producers to visual artists. The group prides itself on being a “genre fluid” force in the music scene. They have no interest in being confined to any certain genre because their sound bends and blends with the moment. In their current work, you can hear a […]

January 19, 2023

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NilexNile ignores gimmicks & distractions in new album single “WIA”

‘Aquí/Allá’ connects us through time, place, resistance and culture

Sherman Phoenix, gener8tor launch new program for Milwaukee entrepreneurs and diverse creatives

Discovering her past: Element uncovers her roots through African Ancestry DNA testing

HYFIN to host February “Business Breakfast” with African American Chamber of Commerce

Black Lens returns in Milwaukee to celebrate Black History Month through films, events

It’s our turn to listen to you (and give away a $150 gift card)

Grace Weber’s Music Lab: a space for Milwaukee teens to be creative and learn about the music industry

Spider Creek’s mission to infuse Milwaukee’s creative scene with genre-bending music, talent and love

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