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.

A collection of dramatic, animated, percussive tracks that highlight the power of energetic drumming through a variety of mediums. From trailer toms to trash cans, these beats are designed to compliment stimulating stories and visuals.

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.

Friendship Commanders is a hard rock band comprised of Buick Audra (vocals/guitars) and Jerry Roe (drums/bass). They create heavy, melodic rock that tackles topics like surviving abuse and challenging the patriarchy. We chat with the band about their origins, activism, the sound of their newest release, and expanding who represents heavy music beyond wizards and warlocks.

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.

Take a listen to our newest music: Granola Guitar (3ING-070), Tude Punks (LMTL-018), and Humanity Reality (MOPM-078).

Immortal Girlfriend is nocturnal synthwave band consisting of brothers Will and Kevin Bush. Taking inspiration from their childhood and night driving, they’ve created a sound that is full of dreamy synthesizers, textures, and danceable beats. We chat about their newest release, how the sounds of the night became a part of their signature sound, and what happens next for the band in these uncertain times.

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.

Driving guitar melodies with dreamy vibes, confident punk beats, and an urgent danceability. Combined with confessional, sarcastic, and bleeding heart vocals, Versio Curs have an undeniable chemistry and balance that makes their debut album stand out.

Emotional electronic folk soundscapes that range from delicate to bombastic. Autotuned and falsetto vocals guide the production with heartache and hope, supported by an ensemble of equal parts folk and electronic instrumentation.

Lyrical heart songs with themes of beauty, nature, and reflection. Centered around a soulful jazz trio, the songs balance pop melodies and improvisation to help guide you on your journey.

Whether you have 5 minutes or no minutes, here are three easily digestible ways to discover our newest releases.

Uniquely suited for these turbulent times, Field Report is lyrically driven Indie-Folk with a balance of polished production and intimate moments, full of reflective narratives, melancholy, and hope.

Adorned with dreamy pads, drum machines, and an array of synths, Immortal Girlfriend explore undiscovered sonic territory, taking detours down dark and cavernous streets.

While perusing our virtual crates of production music, I discovered a rogue toy box. Within it, a new type of electronic music emerged that I’d never heard of before called Toytronica.

Sometimes there are those ads that you know exactly what music you’re going to get. Predictable and uninspired, you’re lulled into a commercial sleep, glassy-eyed until your show comes back. So what happens if you do the opposite?

Matt Boudreau is so much more than a reputable mixing, mastering, and recording engineer. Though his work in his own studio is impressive in its own right, Boudreau has one of the most influential podcasts in the industry. We talk with Boudreau about his background, podcasting, and his love of coffee.