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Zoe Keating: A cello and a MacBook

Zoë Keating is a rock star. Why? She takes the classical sound of a stringed instrument and combines it with modern technology to create densely leveled records unlike anything the world has ever heard. Keating masterfully uses musical production software in her live performances to create the effect of a… Read more »


More Draper, more drama

The cigarette-smoking, heavy drinking, womanizing advertisers of Madison Avenue are returning once again to capture America’s attention. The critically acclaimed AMC drama set in the 1960s is all prepped and ready for a two-hour season six premiere this Sunday. Behind the face of actor Jon Hamm, this funny and superficial… Read more »


Superior mixtape worth last dollar

Superior Webbs has established themselves as one of Wisconsin’s top rap duos with the release of The Last Dollar. Listening to the mixtape is like drinking coconut milk on a cloud of parrot feathers: It’s icy smooth and makes everything in the past seem unworthy of praise. Both members of… Read more »


Prof steals show with humor, talent

The Road to Paid Dues tour graced the Majestic Theatre with its presence Sunday night. The night was marked by hours of quality lyrical hip-hop while artists spared no expense in laughing and clowning with the crowd. For any night of the week, this was a wild show. The opening… Read more »


Hip-hop competition gives aspiring artists time in spotlight

The High Noon Saloon played host to Get Your Buzz Up Monday night. Get Your Buzz Up is a competition-based organization dedicated to giving striving hip-hop artists the opportunity to perform on stage. After paying an entrance fee, each emcee is allowed to showcase his or her talent in front of… Read more »


Tef Man tackles violence, hip-hop

Madison hip-hop takes another step forward with the release of Tef Man’s Feel Good Music. Tef’s powerful and contemplated vocals are accompanied by excellent production and an array of local talent in this 16-track project. This multi-faceted rapper has been heading up his own independent record label, Top of the… Read more »


Fun. to rock Union South

Who would have ever thought Googling such a widely used adjective would result in a band’s website? The moniker that came from a simple band name spitball session in New York is quickly becoming one of the world’s most recognizable rock groups. Get ready because fun. is coming to campus… Read more »


Sexy Ester among local talent vying for victory

Tonight at The Majestic Theater, Madison citizens are invited to cast their vote for the best players in the local arts scene. RAW:natural born artists is hosting a showcase where attendees can vote on Madison’s best photographer, performing artist, filmmaker and more, ultimately selecting a winner from each of the… Read more »


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