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All content by Ben Sefarbi
Sigrid brought an insurmountable amount of positive energy to Madison.

Sigrid shows off raw talent in first Madison performance

by Ben Sefarbi
September 30, 2019
Kreischer held nothing back in Madison Thursday night.

‘The Machine’ returns to Madison with more offensive storytelling

by Ben Sefarbi
September 23, 2019
Eilish, with her older brother Finneas O'Connell (Left) providing backup vocals from behind the keyboard.

Billie Eilish, Rhymesayers own night at Summerfest

by Ben Sefarbi
July 12, 2019
Berninger wasn't perfect, yet The National still put on an impressive performance.

The National put on blood buzzing show at Summerfest

by Ben Sefarbi
July 3, 2019
McLeod rocks on stage while performing with his band, Tent Show Troubadours.

School of Rock: UW professor jams with band Tent Show Troubadours at Summerfest stage

by Ben Sefarbi
July 3, 2019
Texas had some raw talent stop by Milwaukee.

Brand stays strong for Blackillac after impressive Summerfest performance

by Ben Sefarbi
July 3, 2019
Everybody was on a boat at Summerfest.

‘Wiscansin’ goes boating with T-Pain, The Lonely Island at Summerfest

by Ben Sefarbi
July 2, 2019
In Wednesday night concert, Smino exceeds Majestic expectations

In Wednesday night concert, Smino exceeds Majestic expectations

by Ben Sefarbi
March 28, 2019
Berens reports nothing but facts.

Craigslist Kicker: Charlie Berens bringing Manitowoc Minute back

by Ben Sefarbi
December 4, 2018
Directed by Jennifer Uphoff Gray, “Fun Home,” is a must-see for anyone, still exploring the world of adulthood.

‘Fun Home’ communicates powerful tale of inner conflict through dark comedy

by Ben Sefarbi
November 27, 2018
Young the Giant, Vince Staples start your November Hitlist by reminiscing of summer

Hitlist: Chilly weather, hot tunes

by Ben Sefarbi
November 13, 2018
Rainbow gave politically aware Madison residents reasons to laugh before crucial midterm elections.

Show tunes meet politics for timely Randy Rainbow performance

by Ben Sefarbi
November 6, 2018
'Pieces of a Man' puts Mick Jenkins in rap album of the year conversation

‘Pieces of a Man’ puts Mick Jenkins in rap album of the year conversation

by Ben Sefarbi
November 1, 2018
Rainbow gave politically aware Madison residents reasons to laugh before crucial midterm elections.

In current state of politics, Randy Rainbow gives reasons to laugh

by Ben Sefarbi
October 31, 2018
Bon Iver's Justin Vernon has been vocal in and out of the studio.

Tammy Baldwin, Bon Iver to host concert, rally

by Ben Sefarbi
October 18, 2018
Time to get greasy with Patrick Roach.

Trailer Park Boys’ Patrick Roach on remembering John Dunsworth, new Cheeseburger Picnic Tour

by Ben Sefarbi
October 12, 2018
Dwayne Carter rejuvenates rap with one of the genres most anticipated releases ever.

Wayne’s World: ‘Tha Carter V’ no longer myth or meme

by Ben Sefarbi
October 3, 2018
Madison's newest live music venue, The Sylvee will be opening its doors this Thursday, Sept. 27 on 25 S. Livingston St.

Madison to eclipse Milwaukee music scene with The Sylvee grand opening

by Ben Sefarbi
September 26, 2018
Back in action, legendary Wu-Tang member Ghostface Killah graces The Neighborhood with bars from his past.

BROCKHAMPTON proves abusers have no place in music industry, The Neighbourhood nab Ghostface Killah feature on new release

by Ben Sefarbi
September 25, 2018
Pickett makes it clear with visuals in his re-release that society still has a long way to go.

‘All White People Are Racist’ line returns as poignant reminder

by Ben Sefarbi
September 20, 2018
Hitlist: Your back to class playlist

Hitlist: Your back to class playlist

by Ben Sefarbi
September 11, 2018
Everyone jams when it comes to a Post Social concert.

DIY venue offers platform for Post Social to flourish despite growing Madison corporate music scene

by Ben Sefarbi
September 11, 2018
Eaux Claires IV struggles to nab star power, saved by talent of curated lineup

Eaux Claires IV struggles to nab star power, saved by talent of curated lineup

by Ben Sefarbi
July 11, 2018
Capital Cities, Spoon end tours at Summerfest with electronic adventures

Capital Cities, Spoon end tours at Summerfest with electronic adventures

by Ben Sefarbi
July 3, 2018
O'My: Chicago soul band steals show at Summerfest

O’My: Chicago soul band steals show at Summerfest

by Ben Sefarbi
July 1, 2018
Tyler, The Creator, Kacey Musgraves, MFA art exhibits highlight ArtsEtc. favorites of semester

Tyler, The Creator, Kacey Musgraves, MFA art exhibits highlight ArtsEtc. favorites of semester

by Ben Sefarbi
May 1, 2018
Hitlist: April snow flurries bring sad songs

Hitlist: April snow flurries bring sad songs

by Ben Sefarbi
April 16, 2018
Madison finally gets coveted Dave & Buster's location on west side

Madison finally gets coveted Dave & Buster’s location on west side

by Ben Sefarbi
April 3, 2018
Spring Broke: Records to forget how much you spent living large in South Padre

Spring Broke: Records to forget how much you spent living large in South Padre

by Ben Sefarbi
April 3, 2018
Madison levels up with cast of Netflix exclusive film ‘Game Over, Man!’

Madison levels up with cast of Netflix exclusive film ‘Game Over, Man!’

by Ben Sefarbi
March 20, 2018
Tyler, Vincent rap performance satisfies masses, leaves some asking for more

Tyler, Vincent rap performance satisfies masses, leaves some asking for more

by Ben Sefarbi
March 6, 2018
Hitlist: Get in that Tyler, The Creator, Vince Staples mood ahead of Thursday's concert

Hitlist: Get in that Tyler, The Creator, Vince Staples mood ahead of Thursday’s concert

by Ben Sefarbi
February 27, 2018
‘I Wanna Go To Bed’ paints the story of heartbreak, self-sacrifice in relationships

‘I Wanna Go To Bed’ paints the story of heartbreak, self-sacrifice in relationships

by Ben Sefarbi
February 27, 2018
Local Madison band Sugar & The Milkman only takes one thing seriously: Whole milk

Local Madison band Sugar & The Milkman only takes one thing seriously: Whole milk

by Ben Sefarbi
February 22, 2018
In Your Ears: Schoolwork to real work travel playlist

In Your Ears: Schoolwork to real work travel playlist

by Ben Sefarbi
February 21, 2018
Black, queer, proud: How a Netflix star is doing more than being a statistic

Black, queer, proud: How a Netflix star is doing more than being a statistic

by Ben Sefarbi
February 15, 2018
Hitlist: Get pumped to present all the work you had no help with

Hitlist: Get pumped to present all the work you had no help with

by Ben Sefarbi
February 13, 2018
Folk, pop foursome set to make crowd jump around at The Frequency Sunday

Folk, pop foursome set to make crowd jump around at The Frequency Sunday

by Ben Sefarbi
February 9, 2018
Hitlist: February Bascom climbs don't get easier

Hitlist: February Bascom climbs don’t get easier

by Ben Sefarbi
February 6, 2018
Dave East doesn’t let fear hold him back on second tape in ‘Paranoia’ tandem

Dave East doesn’t let fear hold him back on second tape in ‘Paranoia’ tandem

by Ben Sefarbi
February 6, 2018
Father-son duo bring seafood to Madison’s edge

Father-son duo bring seafood to Madison’s edge

by Ben Sefarbi
January 23, 2018
Homework ain't a thing when Blackbear starts to sing.

Blackbear’s latest release relies on generic sounds to please mainstream listeners

by Ben Sefarbi
December 11, 2017
UW professors contemplate future of biosecurity

UW professors contemplate future of biosecurity

by Ben Sefarbi
November 28, 2017
Badger Herald archival photo of University Health Services. March 15, 2016.

UW initiates search for new ‘thought leader,’ chief health director

by Ben Sefarbi
November 14, 2017
Big K.R.I.T. displays his loyalties, driving influences in third studio album

Big K.R.I.T. displays his loyalties, driving influences in third studio album

by Ben Sefarbi
November 7, 2017
WARF awards university historic $80.9 million grant to support future research

WARF awards university historic $80.9 million grant to support future research

by Ben Sefarbi
November 7, 2017
Majid Jordan's sophomore album relies too heavily on synthesizers, lacks substance

Majid Jordan’s sophomore album relies too heavily on synthesizers, lacks substance

by Ben Sefarbi
October 30, 2017
The Neighbourhood falls short with auto-tuned vocals, lack of focus in latest release

The Neighbourhood falls short with auto-tuned vocals, lack of focus in latest release

by Ben Sefarbi
September 28, 2017
'IT' remake receives high ratings from audiences, critics despite subpar execution

‘IT’ remake receives high ratings from audiences, critics despite subpar execution

by Ben Sefarbi
September 21, 2017
Comedian of the Goldbergs, 'The Fighter and the Kid' to visit The Comedy Club on State

Comedian of the Goldbergs, ‘The Fighter and the Kid’ to visit The Comedy Club on State

by Ben Sefarbi
September 20, 2017
UW to reexamine Wisconsin Idea in fall course

UW to reexamine Wisconsin Idea in fall course

by Ben Sefarbi
September 5, 2017
BelAir Cantina's first Madison location to bring affordable Mexican-inspired cuisine

BelAir Cantina’s first Madison location to bring affordable Mexican-inspired cuisine

by Ben Sefarbi
September 5, 2017
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