Faces of UWM: The Dog Owner Posted on March 20, 2018July 16, 2021 by LaBreea Watson Jennifer Leu didn’t let her dog’s sudden chomp on her hand ruin their love.
Backstage at the 2018 UW-Milwaukee Drag Show Posted on March 4, 2018July 16, 2021 by Elizabeth Sloan There was an explosion of excitement backstage, in dressing room 250. Milwaukee singer-songwriter Lex Allen stared into the mirror with his hypnotic hazel eyes after a two-hour glam session with rising local makeup artist Shalisa Smith, who has worked with stars like actress Issa Rae and rapper Dej Loaf “I don’t usually do drag makeup,” […]
Special Talent, and Challenges, Bring Musicians Together Posted on March 3, 2018July 16, 2021 by Sabrina Johnkins When Cecily Lyons, a child prodigy on piano, suffered a setback, she confided in the famous musician who inspired her to play in the first place.
Favorite Karaoke Tune Brings Back Memories Posted on March 3, 2018July 15, 2021 by ReAnna Oestreich Nora Plant reminisces her and her brothers’ favorite karaoke tune, and shares what it means to her.
Drummer Reflects on Influence of a Favorite Band Posted on March 3, 2018July 15, 2021 by Claudia Delgadillo Carlos Delgadillo remembers when he covered songs on his drum set. Red Hot Chili Peppers was one of his favorite bands.
When You Believe in Cherishing Family Memories Posted on March 3, 2018July 15, 2021 by Dimitris Panagiotopoulos Gianna Tarantino says the song “When You Believe” helped her during a difficult time.
Song Inspires Student to Believe Life Will Work Out Posted on March 3, 2018July 15, 2021 by Alexis Amenson Vaughan Larsen, A UW-Milwaukee photo major, explains how the song “One Day” by Björk personally impacted him.
Studio Creator Keeps His Head Up On Entrepreneurial Journey Posted on March 3, 2018July 15, 2021 by Sydney Ewert “Keep Ya Head Up” by Tupac is a perfect description of Jordan Kellogg’s journey in co-creating J3 Studios.
Milwaukee’s Florentine Opera Brews Holiday Cheer Posted on December 27, 2017July 15, 2021 by Morgan Langley Crowds squeezed into Colectivo on Humboldt, sipping coffee and listening to Florentine Opera musicians perform favorite holiday tunes. Morgan Langley listened in.
America’s Got Talent Finds Star Power in MKE Posted on December 27, 2017July 15, 2021 by Michael Jung For the first time, the popular television show America’s Got Talent held auditions in Milwaukee. Michael Jung was there.
Cheers Ring Out at Milwaukee Cheerleading Contest (audio) Posted on December 27, 2017July 15, 2021 by Anijah White There was spirit in the air at the Wisconsin Center as more than 100 cheerleading teams competed at the Universal Cheer Association Milwaukee Championships. Anijah White reports.
Students, Professionals Meet the Media and Grab a Beverage (audio) Posted on December 27, 2017July 15, 2021 by Carrie Mahone The Milwaukee Press Club celebrated its 132nd Anniversary with the annual “Meet the Media” event. Guests ordered drinks from local media celebrity bartenders, networked and socialized. Carrie Mahone checked out the scene.