Music
Celebrating new voices
After huge success in Milwaukee, FemFest debuted in Madison. Its second iteration will feature a creative space for queer, non-binary and gender-nonconforming artists at Bos Meadery Jan. 17-18. Read more
The thunder of war
As World War II raged, Sergei Prokofiev composed and conducted Symphony No. 5 in B-flat Major, Op. 100. Madison Symphony Orchestra’s Jan. 19 “Beyond the Score” looks at the historical context behind the symphony and the humanity of the composer. Read more
Isthmus Picks Playlist: Jan. 16-23
Listen to a curated list of tracks from artists playing shows in Madison this week. Read more
The kid’s alright
Ben Lokuta, drummer for the award-winning youth rock band Distant Cuzins, branches off on his own with a solo debut, “Capricious.” Read more
Alex Cruz
Grand plans
As the Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra celebrates its 60th year, it welcomes an ambitious new CEO and plans for expanding its reach. Read more
Isthmus Picks Playlist: Jan. 9-16
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Paul Mitch
Separated at birth?
They aren’t actually brothers, but Coyote Brother, J. Hardin and Hayward Williams, make beautiful music together on their haunting debut album. Read more
Isthmus Picks Playlist: Jan. 2-9
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Isthmus Picks Playlist: Dec. 26-Jan. 2
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Isthmus Picks Playlist: Dec. 19-26
Listen to a curated list of tracks from artists playing shows in Madison this week. Read more
Singing through the centuries
Like today’s trendy “beer choirs,” Madison’s Männerchor celebrates community with social gatherings combined with song. And it’s been doing it since 1852. Read more
Chris Roberts
Women rock!
Her turn: Jane Burns provides a lively roundup of some of 2019’s best female music memoirs: from Debbie Harry, Patti Smith, Liz Phair, Tegan and Sara Quin, and Amy Rigby. Read more
Isthmus Picks Playlist: Dec. 12-19
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Frankie Tyska
Pop poetry
Laundry, a foursome of childhood friends fronted by vocalist Sam Lyons, has created a second album full of poetry, heartbreak and a lot of plain fun. Read more
Isthmus Picks Playlist: Dec. 5-12
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FIRST MOMENTS PHOTOGRAPHY
Ghostly soundscape
Oakwood Chamber Players create a special soundscape in “The Passion of Scrooge.” It features the voice talent of Robert A. Goderich. Read more
Kam Kurosaki
Getting discovered
Hip-hop artist Alexander Kain has connected with fans and gigs by utilizing the new streaming and social media app LÜM. Read more
Anjee Sorge
Cats on leashes
Madison’s Cats On Leashes revives the sound of ’90s grunge and riot grrl music. Read more
Isthmus Picks Playlist: Nov. 27-Dec. 5
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Living the blues
Young bluesman Marcus King learns how to take care of his mental health while touring the country at a breakneck pace. Read more
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