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The State of Sound podcast is a companion to 88Nine's monthly live showcase featuring Wisconsin-based musicians. Hosted by our music director, Erin Wolf, the podcast allows listeners to enjoy segments...
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The State of Sound podcast is a companion to 88Nine's monthly live showcase featuring Wisconsin-based musicians. Hosted by our music director, Erin Wolf, the podcast allows listeners to enjoy segments from the artists' live performances, explore the bands and participate in conversations dissecting their favorite tracks. If you're in Milwaukee, join us for the complete live performance every first Saturday of the month.
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21 NOV 2024 · This week’s guest, Sean Lehner of https://fuzzysurf.com/, joined us for 88Nine’s State of Sound lineup in October. Known for blending jangly guitars, bouncy keyboards and tight harmonies, Fuzzysurf’s songs are peppered with hooks and witty lyrics that explore themes of modern life, love and the occasional societal critique (all without taking anything too seriously).
Lehner talked with 88Nine music director Erin Wolf about the inspiration behind Fuzzysurf’s song “Doghouse” — a wry look at that crazy little thing called love.
14 NOV 2024 · Imagine a musical fusion that transports you back to the neon-lit dance floors of the ’80s, where Italo Disco and HI-NRG (high energy) reigned supreme. Sonic time travel like that requires talent — two talents, actually.
Bonnie Drinkard is the captivating vocalist from Detroit’s country-folk sensation Drinkard Sisters. Producer Martin Defatte (better known as Tron Jovi) is one-half of Milwaukee noise-rap duo Guerrilla Ghost. This unlikely pairing is the heart and soul of https://linktr.ee/diamondlifemke, a musical pact that bridges genres and blends influences as the past and future collide on the dance floor.
On this episode of the State of Sound podcast, Bonnie and 88Nine music director Erin Wolf talk about Diamond Life’s bouncy, ’80s-infused “pep talk” jam “Matador” — a track about pattern recognition and positive changes, bolstered by an army of vocal layers and synths.
7 NOV 2024 · Video Sex Priest was formed by Liv Mueller and Bill Backes after they spent time playing together in iconic Milwaukee rock band The Lovelies in the ’90s and early 2000s. The two initially bonded over their mutual love of new wave, dark wave, post-punk and rock.
On this episode, Mueller talks about their dark and impactful song “Salt,” which centers on the dualities that drive our lives and shatter perceived reality: sun vs. darkness, right vs. wrong and beyond.
31 OCT 2024 · https://nextpaperbackhero.bandcamp.com/music is the name of Nathan Honoré’s Milwaukee-based project as a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. Throughout his songs, melodic baritone vocals deliver sincere, confessional lyrics with the intimate qualities of a singer-songwriter who creates a distinctly soulful, dynamic experience. This is one for fans of The National, Elliott Smith, boygenius and Bon Iver.
In this episode, Nathan talks about the inspiration behind his hopeful, water-centric song called “Tip of My Toes,” which was inspired by a writing prompt and appears on https://nextpaperbackhero.bandcamp.com/album/waves. Use the player at the top of the page or your favorite podcast app to hear the conversation and a taste of Next Paperback Hero’s set from State of Sound’s September concert showcase.
While you listen, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/88nine-presents-state-of-sound-november-edition-tickets-1048167014757?aff=odcleoeventsincollection available right now for November’s State of Sound featuring Bear in the Forest, Rat Bath, Dark Psychic and Ellie Jackson.
17 OCT 2024 · Milwaukee's Pulpa de Guayaba is a six-piece, multi-instrumentalist, bilingual reggae soul band that draws from psychedelic cumbias and jazz. The band takes listeners on a journey across musical and cultural boundaries. Their name means “Guava Pulp," a nod to their diverse roots and influences, which blend to create new and exciting sounds.
Our guest for this episode, vocalist and band leader Dominick Dear, is not only a singer-songwriter and performer. He's also an adventurer — a man chasing a dream fueled by passion and curiosity, using this thing he loves called music to help him navigate life. We chatted about the inspiration behind the band’s song, “Talk to Me,” which is all about manifesting magic before it’s even created.
26 SEP 2024 · State of Sound for August was such a fun, eclectic show representing the idea of what it means to highlight musicians from the great state of Wisconsin. Long Mama brought a tender, earnest energy to the stage and found time before that to sit down wtih 88Nine music director Erin Wolf for a chat about being alone on the road being perfectly imperfect and bridging crossings. After the live set, a cool conversation about the inspiration behind their song, "Poor Pretender."
19 SEP 2024 · Secret Menu is a genre-blending-bending alternative rock band known for their rich vocal harmonies, technical arrangements, and authentic story-driven lyrics. They came through our space in August and left a distinct trace. This is the show of Erin Wolf and the band put us in the know.
18 SEP 2024 · State of Sound for August was such a fun, eclectic show representing the idea of what it means to highlight musicians from the great state of Wisconsin. Waldemar brought great energy to the stage and found time before that to sit down wtih 88Nine music director Erin Wolf for a chat about the inspiration behind her song, "Summer Rain."
5 SEP 2024 · State of Sound for August was such a fun, eclectic show representing the idea of what it means to highlight musicians from the great state of Wisconsin. ANDII brought smooth calming energy to the stage and found time before that to sit down wtih 88Nine music director Erin Wolf for a chat about the inspiration behind her song, "Summer Rain."
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25 JUL 2024 · During our Pride edition of the State of Sound live concert showcase, Milwaukee's own Lady SabO shared some of her relatable, unpredictable and enlightening songs with our audience. In addition, she spoke with Erin Wolf about the track "https://open.spotify.com/track/3mAd0h5g51QTBRy3du4Q92?si=3a76edeeb3044557" off of 2024 EP ibnsabo2.
The State of Sound podcast is a companion to 88Nine's monthly live showcase featuring Wisconsin-based musicians. Hosted by our music director, Erin Wolf, the podcast allows listeners to enjoy segments...
show more
The State of Sound podcast is a companion to 88Nine's monthly live showcase featuring Wisconsin-based musicians. Hosted by our music director, Erin Wolf, the podcast allows listeners to enjoy segments from the artists' live performances, explore the bands and participate in conversations dissecting their favorite tracks. If you're in Milwaukee, join us for the complete live performance every first Saturday of the month.
show less
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| Author | Radio Milwaukee |
| Organization | 88Nine Radio Milwaukee |
| Categories | Music Interviews , Entertainment News , Performing Arts |
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| podcast@radiomilwaukee.org |
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