Rock

The timeless charm of Jackson Browne

The timeless charm of Jackson Browne

On a somber night in Milwaukee, Jackson Browne inspired a sense of intimacy in an emotionally soothing performance at the Riverside Theater.

The xx, nothing short of fantastic, at the Pabst Theater

The xx, nothing short of fantastic, at the Pabst Theater

A stunning stage show at the Pabst completed the "perpetual twilight" sound of the xx, and the group's first time live in Milwaukee was a true success.

Regina Spektor, very live at the Riverside

Regina Spektor, very live at the Riverside

Spektor, the anti-folk singer, enriched her beautiful songs with charm, charisma and fresh takes Saturday at the Riverside.

STRIPWAX: The return of Jon Spencer Blues Explosion
STRIPWAX

The return of Jon Spencer Blues Explosion

More than eight years have passed since the last album from the Jon Spencer Blues Explosion, but the band picks up right where it left off on "Meat and Bone."

STRIPWAX: You need Police Teeth more than you know
STRIPWAX

You need Police Teeth more than you know

Jeff Moody can't get enough of Police Teeth and the band's fourth album, out next week on Latest Flame Records.

In Bloom: Beach House at the Pabst Theater
In Bloom

Beach House at the Pabst Theater

Beach House brought their washed out dream pop to the Pabst Theater on Wednesday evening, playing to a nearly packed house.

STRIPWAX: All hail the simple rock riff
STRIPWAX

All hail the simple rock riff

Seattle quartet The Unnatural Helpers new album "Land Grab" is full of brilliantly simple, high-energy rock songs.

Skating with heart: “Bones Brigade: An Autobiography”
Skating with heart

“Bones Brigade: An Autobiography”

Professional skateboarder Stacy Peralta's documentary shows the sport from an emotional angle, and presents the athletes first and foremost as people.

Sound Vision: “Charles Bradley: Soul of America”
Sound Vision

“Charles Bradley: Soul of America”

This MFF doc tells the story of the 62-year-old soul singer's journey to his debut album, "No Time For Dreaming."

Dirty Projectors make a triumphant return to the Pabst

Dirty Projectors make a triumphant return to the Pabst

The critically-acclaimed band brought their unique brand of warped pop to Milwaukee Sunday, touring in support of new album Swing Lo Magellan.

STRIPWAX: Greetings From Zagreb!
STRIPWAX

Greetings From Zagreb!

Croatian band Joe 4's Steve Albini-recorded album "Njegov Sin" is blunt and relentless.

Arts, crafts and rock ‘n’ roll: Bay View Gallery Night
Arts, crafts and rock ‘n’ roll

Bay View Gallery Night

In Bay View, expect more than warm white wine and cheese squares. These neighbors like their Gallery Night a little spicier. See it all in action tonight.