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WMSE’s 22nd Rockabilly Chili Fundraiser Set For April 7 at MSOE Kern Center
WMSE’s Art & Music Event Returns to the Historic Pritzlaff Building on February 9
Sweden’s Queen of Swing, Gunhild Carling, Returns to WMSE’s Big Band Grandstand
WMSE & The Hop Take Frontier Radio to the Rails
WMSE Bolsters Development Team with Hire of Mitch DeSantis
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WMSE Bolsters Development Team with Hire of Mitch DeSantis

As Team Grows, Station Promotes Sid McCain to Music Director and Jeff Redmon to Marketing Director

CTSI Discovery Radio and WMSE Win Top Award from the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association
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CTSI Discovery Radio and WMSE Win Top Award from the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association

First Place Acknowledgment Earned for Best Pandemic-Related Service to Community

WMSE’s Rockabilly Chili Winners Announced
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WMSE’s Rockabilly Chili Winners Announced

Winners determined by votes from more than 3,000 event attendees

WMSE Announces 2023 Backyard BBQ Concert Lineup, Date
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WMSE Announces 2023 Backyard BBQ Concert Lineup, Date

Bob Mould Band – featuring legendary artist, and founding member of Hüsker Dü – to headline

WMSE’s 21st Rockabilly Chili Fundraiser to be held Sunday, April 16 at MSOE’s Kern Center
Live art and live music to share the spotlight at WMSE’s 6th annual Art & Music event
College radio veteran Kyle Pieczynski joins WMSE as event coordinator
WMSE’s Rockabilly Chili Fundraiser is BACK!
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WMSE’s Rockabilly Chili Fundraiser is BACK!

Sunday, April 10 at MSOE’s Kern Center

WMSE’s Big Band Grandstand with Dewey Gill returns to the Turner Hall Ballroom
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WMSE’s Big Band Grandstand with Dewey Gill returns to the Turner Hall Ballroom

Chicago Jazz Orchestra Celebrates Local Legend Woody Herman

WMSE’s 11th Annual Backyard BBQ returns to Humboldt Park on August 28th with an incredible locally sourced lineup!
“Wisconsin Black History Moment” debuts on WMSE 91.7FM
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“Wisconsin Black History Moment” debuts on WMSE 91.7FM

New series highlights Black entertainers, politicians and community members

WMSE’s 19th annual Rockabilly Chili will go on!
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WMSE’s 19th annual Rockabilly Chili will go on!

“Super Friends Edition” to debut April 5-11

It’s a WMSE Monster Mash!
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It’s a WMSE Monster Mash!

 

Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, On Stage At WMSE!
WMSE to host “BBQ In Your Backyard” virtual concert
WMSE Art & Music event to feature art, live music and auction – all online
WMSE’s Art & Music Live Artists
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WMSE’s Art & Music Live Artists

 

WMSE’s 18th Annual Rockabilly Chili Fundraiser
Live art and live music to share the spotlight at WMSE’s 4th annual Art & Music event
WMSE to Broadcast Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra’s, “On Stage!” Fall Season
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WMSE to Broadcast Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra’s, “On Stage!” Fall Season

This tradition has been enjoyed by millions nationwide since 1971 with the MSO’s radio series – the country’s longest-running national classical radio series.

WMSE’s “Big Band Grandstand with Dewey Gill” to feature  Chicago Jazz Orchestra playing Ella Fitzgerald and Joe Williams
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WMSE’s “Big Band Grandstand with Dewey Gill” to feature Chicago Jazz Orchestra playing Ella Fitzgerald and Joe Williams

In addition to an incredible night of entertainment and light fare from Braise, there will be a silent auction.

WMSE Presents SMASH Ale 19
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WMSE Presents SMASH Ale 19

Look for this tasty treat at local cafes, bars and restaurants.

WMSE Wins Three Awards At Wisconsin Broadcaster Association Gala
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WMSE Wins Three Awards At Wisconsin Broadcaster Association Gala

A total of 123 stations participated.

WMSE Presents GGOOLLDD!
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WMSE Presents GGOOLLDD!

Record Store Day 7”

WMSE Art & Music event to feature live painting, music
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WMSE Art & Music event to feature live painting, music

All of the proceeds of the evening will go toward supporting WMSE and help the station continue the work it does to support the local arts community.

WMSE’s 17th Rockabilly Chili Fundraiser
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WMSE’s 17th Rockabilly Chili Fundraiser

Special Chili Deal – 5 Tickets for the Price of 4

WMSE’s 5th Annual Big Band Grandstand with Dewey Gill to feature the Chicago Jazz Orchestra
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WMSE’s 5th Annual Big Band Grandstand with Dewey Gill to feature the Chicago Jazz Orchestra

This gala and silent auction event is a fundraiser for Milwaukee’s favorite community-powered radio station, WMSE..

WMSE’s 5th Annual Big Band Grandstand with Dewey Gill to feature the Chicago Jazz Orchestra
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WMSE’s 5th Annual Big Band Grandstand with Dewey Gill to feature the Chicago Jazz Orchestra

Buy your tickets in advance and save $10.

WMSE Continues Partnership with Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra
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WMSE Continues Partnership with Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra

Broadcast of MSO 2018 Season begins Sunday, Sept. 23

WMSE’s SMASH Ale 2018 – Your Summer Beer is Here!
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WMSE’s SMASH Ale 2018 – Your Summer Beer is Here!

This is the fourth year WMSE is offering its special-edition beer, and staff and volunteers think this one is the best!

Old 97’s to headline 9th Annual WMSE Backyard BBQ
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Old 97’s to headline 9th Annual WMSE Backyard BBQ

All the fun takes place Saturday, Aug. 25 from Noon to 8 p.m.

The Big Sound Downtown Has a Bold New Look
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The Big Sound Downtown Has a Bold New Look

New WMSE website offers listeners a seamless experience

16th Annual WMSE Rockabilly Chili Fundraiser
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16th Annual WMSE Rockabilly Chili Fundraiser

This is the event that kicks off springtime in Milwaukee.

WMSE is turning 37 and celebrates with OMD at Potawatomi’s Northern Lights Theater
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WMSE is turning 37 and celebrates with OMD at Potawatomi’s Northern Lights Theater

Local favorite GGOOLLDD will open the evening.

“WMSE Presents Abby Jeanne”
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“WMSE Presents Abby Jeanne”

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WMSE’s Art & Music Returns!
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WMSE’s Art & Music Returns!

This year’s event returns to the Pritzlaff on Friday, April 6.

WMSE’s 4th Annual Big Band Grandstand with Dewey Gill to feature the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra
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WMSE’s 4th Annual Big Band Grandstand with Dewey Gill to feature the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra

This gala and silent auction event is a fundraiser for Milwaukee’s favorite community-powered radio station, WMSE.

WMSE to Rebroadcast “Mindwebs,” short stories from the world of speculative fiction
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WMSE to Rebroadcast “Mindwebs,” short stories from the world of speculative fiction

Tune in next Saturday at Midnight for the first of many episodes of “Mind Webs.”

WMSE Continues Partnership with Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra
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WMSE Continues Partnership with Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra

Broadcast of MSO 2017 Season begins Sept. 24

WMSE’s 4th Annual Big Band Grandstand with Dewey Gill to feature the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra
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WMSE’s 4th Annual Big Band Grandstand with Dewey Gill to feature the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra

On Sunday, Dec. 3, at 4 p.m., WMSE returns to the Turner Hall Ballroom to present the fourth annual Big Band Grandstand with Dewey Gill.

WMSE Presents The Sound Vision Program at this Year’s Milwaukee Film Festival
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WMSE Presents The Sound Vision Program at this Year’s Milwaukee Film Festival

Touching on a variety of musical genres, this year’s selections definitely have something for everyone

Support WMSE’s 8th Annual Backyard BBQ by stopping by Honey Pie and Palomino
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Support WMSE’s 8th Annual Backyard BBQ by stopping by Honey Pie and Palomino

Join us on Saturday, Sept. 2 at Humboldt Park for a fantastic day of music

Alejandro Escovedo to headline 8th annual WMSE Backyard BBQ
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Alejandro Escovedo to headline 8th annual WMSE Backyard BBQ

All the fun takes place Saturday, Sept. 2 from noon to 8 p.m.

WMSE’s SMASH Ale 2017 is Back For its Third Year!
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WMSE’s SMASH Ale 2017 is Back For its Third Year!

Using all Wisconsin ingredients: Chinook hops from Tenacious Badger Hops and Briess Ashburne malt, this tasty beer will definitely become a summertime favorite.

WMSE Presents: Art & Music
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WMSE Presents: Art & Music

A live art, auction and music event at the Historic Pritzlaff on Friday, May 19.

WMSE’s <em>Local/Live</em> Presents WHIPS
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WMSE’s Local/Live Presents WHIPS

Broadcasting Live From Club Garibaldi on Tuesday, April 4!

WMSE’s 36th Anniversary <em>Local/Live</em> Broadcasts from Club Garibaldi – Twin Brother
WMSE: 36 Years of Sound and Vision
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WMSE: 36 Years of Sound and Vision

That’s 36 years hosting major events, supporting local music and arts festivals.

“Direct Hit! Live From WMSE”
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“Direct Hit! Live From WMSE”

WMSE releases Third Record Store Day 7”

WMSE’s Local/Live Presents Zed Kenzo
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WMSE’s Local/Live Presents Zed Kenzo

Broadcasting Live From Club Garibaldi on Tuesday, Feb.7!

WMSE’s 3rd Annual Big Band Grandstand with Dewey Gill
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WMSE’s 3rd Annual Big Band Grandstand with Dewey Gill

Tickets are available now for $50 each.

WMSE’s Local/Live Presents The Mighty Reindeerlick
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WMSE’s Local/Live Presents The Mighty Reindeerlick

Special Holiday Edition Broadcasting Live From Club Garibaldi!

“The Trap Set with Joe Wong” Comes to Milwaukee for a Live Recorded Broadcast
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“The Trap Set with Joe Wong” Comes to Milwaukee for a Live Recorded Broadcast

This will be the first Trap Set Live in the Midwest.

WMSE’s 3rd Annual Big Band Grandstand with Dewey Gill featuring Live at the Sands, a Tribute to Frank Sinatra & Count Basie
The Trap Set with Joe Wong” Comes to Milwaukee for a Live Recorded Broadcast
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The Trap Set with Joe Wong” Comes to Milwaukee for a Live Recorded Broadcast

THE TRAP SET is the world's most popular podcast and terrestrial radio show.

WMSE’s Local/Live Presents B~Free w/ Foreign Goods
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WMSE’s Local/Live Presents B~Free w/ Foreign Goods

Broadcasting Live From Club Garibaldi!

WMSE Continues Partnership with Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra
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WMSE Continues Partnership with Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra

Broadcast of MSO 2016 Season begins Oct. 2

WMSE’s 3rd Annual Big Band Grandstand with Dewey Gill
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WMSE’s 3rd Annual Big Band Grandstand with Dewey Gill

Featuring, “Sinatra & Basie Live At The Sands: A Tribute to the Men and Their Music. ” Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra to open

WMSE’s Local/Live Presents Ugly Brother
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WMSE’s Local/Live Presents Ugly Brother

Broadcasting Live From Club Garibaldi!

7th Annual WMSE Backyard BBQ Lineup Announcement and New Location!
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7th Annual WMSE Backyard BBQ Lineup Announcement and New Location!

This year’s lineup is incredible.

WMSE’s <i>Local/Live</i> Presents Whiskey of The Damned Broadcasting Live From Club Garibaldi!
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WMSE’s Local/Live Presents Whiskey of The Damned Broadcasting Live From Club Garibaldi!

Whiskey Of the Damned will be sure to get you in the spirit before the group plays Milwaukee Irish Fest later that week.

WMSE & The Times Cinema Bring Back “The Friday Night Freak Show” Film Series
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WMSE & The Times Cinema Bring Back “The Friday Night Freak Show” Film Series

Each month a new film will be announced.

WMSE and Company Brewing Present SMASH Ale 2016
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WMSE and Company Brewing Present SMASH Ale 2016

WMSE’s first event to introduce SMASH Ale 2016 to the public is this Friday, July 22, at Urban Bay View from 6-9 p.m.

WMSE Continues Partnership with Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra Broadcasting of their 2014 Season Begins July 3 Followed by the 2016 Season on October 2
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WMSE Continues Partnership with Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra Broadcasting of their 2014 Season Begins July 3 Followed by the 2016 Season on October 2

The 13-week series leads up to the MSO’s 2016 season, which WMSE will broadcast in October.

Orgullo Latino Celebrates 35 Years on WMSE
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Orgullo Latino Celebrates 35 Years on WMSE

Celebrate the program’s 35th anniversary on Sunday, May 29, 2016 at the first annual Orgullo Latino Festival.

WMSE’s <i>Local/Live</i> Presents Midwest Death Rattle
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WMSE’s Local/Live Presents Midwest Death Rattle

Broadcasting Live From Club Garibaldi on Tuesday, May 24

WMSE’s Local/Live Presents Space Raft
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WMSE’s Local/Live Presents Space Raft

Broadcasting Live From Club Garibaldi.

“Live From the WMSE Studios, Sylvan Esso”
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“Live From the WMSE Studios, Sylvan Esso”

WMSE releases Second Record Store Day 7”

WMSE’s Rockabilly Chili Fundraiser a Week Away
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WMSE’s Rockabilly Chili Fundraiser a Week Away

This is a great day for the whole family. Proceeds from this event go to support your favorite radio station WMSE.

Never Mind the Reunions, It’s WMSE
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Never Mind the Reunions, It’s WMSE

WMSE Announces Line –Up for 35th Anniversary Punk Show

Milwaukee Fire Department, La Salsa De Los Muertos and Musician Kevin Fayte added to Rockabilly Chili Fundraiser’s Line-up
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Milwaukee Fire Department, La Salsa De Los Muertos and Musician Kevin Fayte added to Rockabilly Chili Fundraiser’s Line-up

The WMSE Rockabilly Chili Fundraiser takes place Sunday, March 6, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the MSOE Kern Center, 1245 N. Broadway.

WMSE is turning 35 and singing the birthday blues
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WMSE is turning 35 and singing the birthday blues

WMSE starts singing the blues on Friday, March 25 when they host legends The Siegel–Schwall Band at the Turner Hall Ballroom with hometown icons The R&B Cadets.

WMSE Puts the HO HO HO in Holiday
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WMSE Puts the HO HO HO in Holiday

WMSE’s Special Holiday Programming

WMSE’s Local/Live Presents a Special Holiday Show with Mark Waldoch and friends
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WMSE’s Local/Live Presents a Special Holiday Show with Mark Waldoch and friends

Broadcasting from Club Garibaldi on Tuesday, Dec. 15 at 6 p.m.

WMSE’s 14th Annual Rockabilly Chili tickets to go on sale, Monday, Nov. 30
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WMSE’s 14th Annual Rockabilly Chili tickets to go on sale, Monday, Nov. 30

WMSE’s Rockabilly Chili Fundraiser is a chili competition that pits over 50 Milwaukee restaurants, cafes and caterers against one another to determine the city's best chili.

It’s the Countdown to WMSE’s 2nd Annual “Big Band Grandstand with Dewey Gill”
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It’s the Countdown to WMSE’s 2nd Annual “Big Band Grandstand with Dewey Gill”

Featuring Louis Prima Jr. and the Witnesses. Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra, Rhumba to Open

WMSE expands partnership with Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra
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WMSE expands partnership with Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra

Station to broadcast MSO series with Chicago’s WMFT

WMSE launches new Show under the Needle – KEXP Sessions
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WMSE launches new Show under the Needle – KEXP Sessions

Under the Needle premiers on Monday, Sept. 14 at noon and will feature a variety of new music artists.

WMSE’s 6th Annual Backyard BBQ at Cathedral Square- expecting over 3K in attendance
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WMSE’s 6th Annual Backyard BBQ at Cathedral Square- expecting over 3K in attendance

WMSE’s 6th Annual Backyard BBQ is only Six Days Away

Special “Back To School” Local/Live
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Special “Back To School” Local/Live

Marielle Allschwang and Midwestern Charm to Perform

Pick up your 2015 Milwaukee Film Festival Program at  WMSE’s Backyard BBQ
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Pick up your 2015 Milwaukee Film Festival Program at WMSE’s Backyard BBQ

Film fans and their friends will enjoy an incredible lineup of music.

WMSE Presents the 2nd Annual “Big Band Grandstand with Dewey Gill”
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WMSE Presents the 2nd Annual “Big Band Grandstand with Dewey Gill”

Featuring Louis Prima Jr. and the Witnesses

6th Annual WMSE Backyard BBQ
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6th Annual WMSE Backyard BBQ

Great Music, Great Food and A Great Time for The Entire Family

WMSE Launches the First Ever Record Ruckus
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WMSE Launches the First Ever Record Ruckus

To take part in the Record Ruckus it’s $5 any time after 11 a.m. at the door but should you want to attend the early bird preview it’s $20.

WMSE’s Local/Live Summer Concert Series with The Rashita Joneses
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WMSE’s Local/Live Summer Concert Series with The Rashita Joneses

Broadcasting from Club Garibaldi on Tuesday, July 14

WMSE Can Now Be Found on iTunes
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WMSE Can Now Be Found on iTunes

Local/ Live is the new addition to our podcasts on iTunes

WMSE’s Local/Live Kicks Off Summer Concert Series with Jaill
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WMSE’s Local/Live Kicks Off Summer Concert Series with Jaill

Broadcasting from Club Garibaldi on Tuesday, June 9

WMSE and Sprecher Present SMASH Ale
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WMSE and Sprecher Present SMASH Ale

A single hop and single malt ale developed my WMSE DJ Andrew Walther.

WMSE’s Local/Live Presents Klassik at The Todd Wehr Conference Center
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WMSE’s Local/Live Presents Klassik at The Todd Wehr Conference Center

Milwaukee’s young soulful rapper Klassik already has some pretty big things to cheer about.

WMSE to release special Field Report 7” on Record Store Day
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WMSE to release special Field Report 7” on Record Store Day

“Live From The WMSE Studios, Field Report”

13th Annual WMSE Rockabilly Chili Winners Announced
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13th Annual WMSE Rockabilly Chili Winners Announced

With over 4000 participants, the votes were close but they have been tallied. And the winners are…

13th Annual Rockabilly Chili Fundraiser
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13th Annual Rockabilly Chili Fundraiser

Music, Food, and Fun for the whole family

13th Annual Rockabilly Chili adds Split Lip Rayfield to the line up
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13th Annual Rockabilly Chili adds Split Lip Rayfield to the line up

Music, food and fun for the whole family

WMSE Presents Mortgage Freeman live at The Todd Wehr Conference Center
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WMSE Presents Mortgage Freeman live at The Todd Wehr Conference Center

Catch a special, Local/ Live performance and interview with Mortgage Freeman.

Dewey Gill to Appear on NPR’s “Here and Now”
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Dewey Gill to Appear on NPR’s “Here and Now”

WMSE’s “Sunday Big Band Show” DJ, Dewey Gill, will be on NPR’s “Here and Now” program Wednesday, Dec. 3 at 1 p.m.

WMSE’s Local/Live Presents 5 Card Studs CD Release Party at The Todd Wehr Conference Center
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WMSE’s Local/Live Presents 5 Card Studs CD Release Party at The Todd Wehr Conference Center

5 Card Studs invites fans to celebrate the release of their Christmas CD, Naughty Or Nice on Tuesday, Dec. 9.

WMSE’s 13th Annual Rockabilly Chili tickets to go on sale Monday, Nov. 24
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WMSE’s 13th Annual Rockabilly Chili tickets to go on sale Monday, Nov. 24

This year tickets will go on sale on Monday with a special offer.

WMSE’s “Local/Live” Presents the Extra Crispy Brass Band at The Todd Wehr Conference Center
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WMSE’s “Local/Live” Presents the Extra Crispy Brass Band at The Todd Wehr Conference Center

This will be a terrific night of music and fun for WMSE listeners and local music fans.

WMSE Presents “Big Band Grandstand with Dewey Gill”
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WMSE Presents “Big Band Grandstand with Dewey Gill”

The Cab Calloway Orchestra to perform along with The Wisconsin Hybrid Theater

WMSE Presents “Big Band Grandstand with Dewey Gill”
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WMSE Presents “Big Band Grandstand with Dewey Gill”

The Cab Calloway Orchestra to perform along with The Wisconsin Hybrid Theater

WMSE 91.7 to Sponsor 2014 Milwaukee Film Festival’s “Sound Vision” Program
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WMSE 91.7 to Sponsor 2014 Milwaukee Film Festival’s “Sound Vision” Program

GM and DJ Tom Crawford to dedicate show to the music of the selected films

Milwaukee Film Festival to sponsor WMSE Backyard BBQ
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Milwaukee Film Festival to sponsor WMSE Backyard BBQ

Film Festival program guide to launch at event

5th Annual WMSE Backyard BBQ
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5th Annual WMSE Backyard BBQ

Music, food and fun for the whole family.

WMSE 91.7FM Announces Rockabilly Chili Fundraiser Results
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WMSE 91.7FM Announces Rockabilly Chili Fundraiser Results

The station raised over $60,000 from the event.

WMSE 91.7FM Hosts 12th Annual Rockabilly Chili Fundraiser
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WMSE 91.7FM Hosts 12th Annual Rockabilly Chili Fundraiser

Fundraiser Expands to Two Levels, Adds Milwaukee Fire Department Partnership, Chili Pepper Races, and Growing Children’s Area

WMSE 91.7FM Food Slam Fundraiser
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WMSE 91.7FM Food Slam Fundraiser

Event features food tasting, silent and live auctions and WMSE swagger

WMSE’s 11th Annual “Food Slam” fundraising event on the campus of the Milwaukee School of Engineering
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WMSE’s 11th Annual “Food Slam” fundraising event on the campus of the Milwaukee School of Engineering

The 11th Annual WMSE Food Slam features 26 area restaurants, businesses, food trucks and cafés dishing out specialty entrees for up to 500 listeners and supporters.