Each UNDERscore track is specially structured with an intentional and consistent overall build, followed by a musical question mark—a jumping off point that leaves the audience wanting more.

Minimal or massive, synthetic and organic, niche or mainstream, Modus Operandi has nearly endless options for programming of all shapes and sizes.

Recorded with vintage gear and long-forgotten recording techniques, Analog Champion aims to capture the spirit of those classic records we all love for reasons that can be difficult to quantify.

Whether you’re just learning about us or have been eagerly following us for years, our blog is full of interviews, explorations, and sonic discoveries that give readers insight into our music, partners, composers, and industry. Here are a few standouts from 2020.

Pandemics and dumpster fires aside, our dedication to sharing all manner of handcrafted sonic inspiration has never wavered. And while we love all of the releases we’ve put out this year, we’ve selected a few favorites from each of our curated labels.

When compelling stories and evocative soundscapes are combined, the result can be magical. We’re proud to partner with 88Nine Radio Milwaukee and assist in their mission and dedication to storytelling with purpose.

K-pop is taking over the world. And while some production music companies may have jumped on the bandwagon when they noticed everyone dancing to “Gangnam Style” at weddings and bar mitzvahs, our K-Pop album was released just a few short weeks prior to the horse dance phenomenon of 2012. We got trend-setting game.

With over thirty tracks and a variety of genres, Under the Influence is an album that feels more like an incredible mix-tape of library tracks that are just a little off-kilter. The oddities are more subtle than you’d think, giving tracks that extra dose of originality that can help a spot shine.

INDEPTH Sound Design shares the stories behind incredible sound design by breaking them down into digestible bits for directors, screenwriters, aspiring sound designers, and anyone who finds this kind of aural experience interesting. Witnessing the narration along with the visuals allows for a deep appreciation of the marriage of the two mediums.

Rifling through the pantry of Three Ingredients or Less albums, I decided to try something a little healthier and found String Beat Salad. It’s a wonderful juxtaposition that tosses a more classical, traditional string section with a backdrop of electronic beats.

Friendship Commanders fuel the fires of revolution and honor Indigenous People’s Day with a powerful message featuring heavy guitars and drums, killer riffs, and soaring vocals.

For the first time in nearly 30 years, CD sales have been eclipsed by vinyl sales. But this is no coincidence. Vinyl is one of the most inconvenient ways to listen to music in 2020. So why would this become the predominant physical product?

Soul-searching Indie Folk track with a massive emotional arc ranging from delicate to exclamatory, backed by an ensemble of acoustic and electronic elements.

The tools of war and art rarely meet. While one instigates destruction and violence, the other seeks to heal and build. But Mexico City-based visual artist Pedro Reyes has found a way to combine these tools and make something beautiful.

Beyond Every Measure features award-winning data expert and research journalist Reggie Jackson and 88Nine’s Director of Digital Strategy & Innovation Tarik Moody as they examine six different aspects of systemic racism through the lens of Milwaukee. Our hosts strive to find the answers to two questions: “How did we get here? And how can we fix it?” Education and action.

Passionate Indie Rock with compelling vocals, dynamic hooks, and a polished, Brit-influenced sound. With lyrics relating to isolation and getting lost in the modern age, Dramatic Lovers balance smooth pop songwriting and indie atmospheres.

What does segregation feel like? In 2018, NPR Member station 88Nine Radio Milwaukee created a feature-length documentary called Invisible Lines to try and answer that question. We worked with their creative team to assemble a cohesive score while supporting the raw and emotional moments of the film.

The other day I was on a music search that needed a latin track with an extra dose of energy. I found my way to Radio Fuego and it immediately started yielding an unexpected bounty of tracks that had the exact feel I needed. It has the fire.