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Wisconsin singer-songwriter ILa Rose returns with her hauntingly beautiful original song, “Milkweed.”

Rooted in poetic lyricism and intimate folk-pop storytelling, Milkweed explores love, loss, and the feeling of being left behind after giving too much of yourself away. Inspired by personal experiences and the fragility of connection, Ila compares herself to milkweed — nourishing, delicate, and easily forgotten ...

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Join Milwaukee keyboardist Lucas Labau as he performs his own energetic take on the classic jazz standard “Mac the Knife.”

Originally made famous by Bobby Darin, this timeless tune has been part of Lucas’s repertoire since his early days learning jazz. In this performance, he adds his own flavor—mixing modern phrasing, rhythmic drive, and improvisational “sauce” to make the standard uniquely his own.

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We learned from artist Autumn Lundberg is to not be afraid of opportunity. "Fortune favors the bold," she says. Autumn is the artist in residence at Ascent MKE, commonly known as the "Timber Tower," because of its use of sustainably sourced timber in it's construction. There she uses the stunning 25th floor community room as her workshop and as a gallery for larger pieces.

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🩸 Blood is Sweet – An Original Song by Bear in the Forest (Baron the Forest)

“Blood is Sweet” dives into the dark and beautiful tension between love, desire, and self-preservation. Written after binge-watching True Blood, this song channels the haunting romance of vampires—the intoxicating pull between surrender and survival.

It’s about loving someone deeply while knowing you can’t give them everyth...

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Charlotte Partridge and Miriam Frink have been called the “matriarchs of Milwaukee modernism.” The two visionaries founded the Layton School of Art, which would eventually become the spiritual predecessor of the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design. Their bold ideas left an indelible mark on the city’s creative landscape — even after the women were coerced to step away from the very institution they built. Their le...

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🎵 Remember Me – A Sentimental Acoustic Journey

“Remember Me” is a heartfelt, nostalgic song about love, longing, and holding onto connection through life’s ups and downs. Written during a reflective period in the early ’90s—when I was newly married and recording demos on a four-track cassette in my attic—this tune carries the warmth and imperfections of that time.

It’s one of my more Dylanish pieces...

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 In episode of The Arts Page, host Sandy Maxx and team takes us to the rolling hills of Colgate, Wisconsin, to explore a hidden treasure of the local art scene: Spectacular Sculpture.

Meet Paul Bobrowitz, a former carpenter turned metal sculptor. Paul, is a visionary artist and has spent over three decades transforming industrial scrap, farm machinery, and found objects into a whimsical six-acre outdoor gallery. <...

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Artist Reynaldo Hernández is a master of urban art and a renowned muralist. Through his eyes, we witness how a single brushstroke can transform a wall into a powerful narrative of community, heritage, and hope.

El artista Reynaldo Hernández, es un maestro del arte urbano y muralista de renombre. A través de sus ojos, somos testigos de cómo una sola pincelada puede transformar una pared en una poderosa narrati...

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Returning to the program today is Wisconsin State Representative for the 8th District Sylvia Ortiz-Vélez to talk about a joint resolution honoring and recognizing the important contributions of Latino veterans from Wisconsin.

Hoy regresa al programa la Representante de la Legislatura de WI por el Distrito 8 th Sylvia Ortiz-Vélez para hablar sobre una resolución conjunta que honra y reconoce las importantes co...

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"I Will Never Hurt You" – Brandon Payton-Carrillo & Roi Evans

Welcome to our world of love, trust, and reassurance. "I Will Never Hurt You" is a deeply intimate song that explores the beauty of connection and vulnerability in relationships. Created with a feeling of warmth, this track offers a promise of safety and unwavering commitment, no matter what the world throws your way.

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A song about forgiveness, written from the belly of a difficult winter.

Join Maximiano for a raw and honest performance of their original song, "You Have a Heart in Me."

This song was written during a time of painful separation, born from the artist's aspirational need to forgive lost friends and reconcile with deep wounds. Maximiano shares that writing this song was a vital reminder t...

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Join Lainey Lou for a fun, grounded performance of her original song, "Pull Tab Princess."

This track captures that unique, "on top of the world" feeling you get from a simple, unexpected moment of joy. Lainey Lou shares that the song was inspired by walking into a smoky dive bar in Rudolph, Wisconsin, dressed "to the nines" after a wedding, and discovering the simple fun of play...

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Waxing" is a tender, hopeful love song born out of self-reflection and a rare moment of emotional clarity. Written during a transformative period in Orlando Peña’s life, the song serves as a spiritual sequel to a previous piece called "Waning," which explored feelings of emotional depletion and disconnection. In contrast, "Waxing" is about restoration—of self, of light, and of love.

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