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Madtown runway: UW’s growing fashion scene gives students opportunities to advance design skills

by Kristin Washagan
April 27, 2018

‘What Were You Wearing?’ exhibit turns statistics of sexual assault into voices

by Kristin Washagan
April 17, 2018

Franz Ferdinand packs funk into fifth studio album but lacks any substantial reinvention

by Kristin Washagan
February 14, 2018

Steven Spielberg, Meryl Streep, Tom Hanks discuss character inspirations, experiences working together on ‘The Post’

by Kristin Washagan
January 23, 2018

Get Baked: Avoid going to holiday parties empty-handed with this foolproof fudge

by Kristin Washagan
December 13, 2017

‘The Post’ to bring story of the U.S.’s first female publisher to theaters

by Kristin Washagan
December 12, 2017

Anna Wang to bring electropop tunes from her latest album to The Frequency

by Kristin Washagan
December 12, 2017

Conversation Starter: Cobi discusses rock ‘n’ roll roots, Madison tour stop

by Kristin Washagan
December 6, 2017

Reel Sounds: St. Vincent combines Space Age imagery with futuristic flair to create chilling new video

by Kristin Washagan
November 30, 2017

Morrissey lacks sincerity in newly released, whiny album, ‘Low In High School’

by Kristin Washagan
November 28, 2017

‘Lady Bird’ transports viewers to 2002 with a story of adolescence, motherhood

by Kristin Washagan
November 28, 2017

Madtown Crier: Jump back into into your routine with these campus, city events

by Kristin Washagan
November 28, 2017

Conversation Starter: All That Remains guitarist talks homogenization of music in recent years

by Kristin Washagan
November 28, 2017

Reel Sounds: Pink channels ’50s suburbia in a comical, over-the-top music video

by Kristin Washagan
November 28, 2017

A new exhibit in Chazen’s Garfield Gallery explores relationship between science fiction, literature

by Kristin Washagan
November 15, 2017

Shamir combines eclectic sounds, personal experiences in creation of third LP

by Kristin Washagan
November 14, 2017

Angel Olsen creates compilation album of her past works, takes listeners back in time

by Kristin Washagan
November 13, 2017

The Hotelier’s Christian Holden talks connection to, inspiration from peers in the scene

by Kristin Washagan
November 7, 2017

“Cheeseheads: The Documentary” explores what it means to be a true Wisconsinite

by Kristin Washagan
November 1, 2017

7 alternatives to listening to Chris Brown’s 45 track album

by Kristin Washagan
October 31, 2017

Julien Baker grapples with recovery in her personal sophomore album

by Kristin Washagan
October 30, 2017

Madtown Crier: Prepare for ‘Halloweekend’ with these fall events

by Kristin Washagan
October 25, 2017

Cults to bring 80s inspired sound to the High Noon Saloon

by Kristin Washagan
October 25, 2017

Tegan and Sara reinvent 2007 album, ‘The Con,’ donate all proceeds to benefit LGBTQ+ women

by Kristin Washagan
October 24, 2017

Smashing Pumpkins front man trades distorted sounds for tender vocals in latest solo project

by Kristin Washagan
October 19, 2017

Lucas Brothers create laughs through deliberate style

by Kristin Washagan
October 16, 2017

Cameron Esposito, Rhea Butcher to bring relationship humor, wit to Majestic

by Kristin Washagan
October 11, 2017

Madtown Crier: Celebrate Friday the 13th with campus ghost walks, movie screenings

by Kristin Washagan
October 11, 2017

Cults show lyrical maturation, fall short on high-energy sounds

by Kristin Washagan
October 9, 2017

Family-owned breakfast café in west-Madison has something to offer everyone

by Kristin Washagan
October 3, 2017

Sickness did not keep Frankie Cosmos from captivating adoring audience at High Noon Saloon

by Kristin Washagan
October 2, 2017

Frankie Cosmos discusses her deep roots in music, fleeting feeling of live performances

by Kristin Washagan
September 28, 2017

Personal lyrics show The Killers maturity in latest release

by Kristin Washagan
September 27, 2017

Lizzo brings bold vocals, unapologetic self-love to Shannon Hall

by Kristin Washagan
September 25, 2017

Daniel Caesar gets intimate in latest release, sings about love, sex

by Kristin Washagan
September 19, 2017

Actress Rachel Skarsten talks career, importance of comic con events

by Kristin Washagan
September 19, 2017

Inspired by underground ’60s icon, Ariel Pink sings about lust, trauma

by Kristin Washagan
September 18, 2017

Hitlist: Ethereal dream pop garbage

by Kristin Washagan
September 18, 2017

WUD Art Committee displays abstract, methodical oil paintings by Daniel Atyrim

by Kristin Washagan
September 14, 2017

UW students use 35mm film to capture natural beauty in profound photography exhibit, Aisthetikos Cuvare

by Kristin Washagan
September 13, 2017

Madtown Crier: September 12 – 18

by Kristin Washagan
September 12, 2017

Briana Marela talks bittersweet association with Madison, inspiration from female artists

by Kristin Washagan
September 12, 2017

Tori Amos gets personal in politically charged new album, Native Invader

by Kristin Washagan
September 11, 2017

LCD Soundsystem debuts first full length album since its disbandment

by Kristin Washagan
September 7, 2017

Hitlist: First day of school jams

by Kristin Washagan
September 6, 2017

WE THE BEST GUM: DJ Khaled, Mentos to hold free concert for UW students

by Kristin Washagan
September 6, 2017

Madtown Crier: Kick off the school year with these campus, city events

by Kristin Washagan
September 5, 2017

Bike the Art looks to build art community, encourage exploration throughout Madison

by Kristin Washagan
September 5, 2017

Spring Gallery Night offers inclusive, community space for artists, viewers alike

by Kristin Washagan
May 2, 2017

Hitlist: For those of us with summertime angst

by Kristin Washagan
May 1, 2017

StoriesEtc: ‘Deflated’ captures tolls of silent sadness, untreated trauma

by Kristin Washagan
April 25, 2017

Line Breaks Festival fills void of diverse art offerings in Madison

by Kristin Washagan
April 17, 2017

Madtown Crier: Get out and about while the weather is nice for these events

by Kristin Washagan
April 11, 2017

The Garden twins bring energetic, unconventional show to The Sett

by Kristin Washagan
April 10, 2017

Cup O’ Madison: Michelangelo’s serves as a must-visit independently owned local coffee shop

by Kristin Washagan
April 4, 2017

Foxygen offers wild April Fool’s show at Majestic

by Kristin Washagan
April 3, 2017

Madtown Crier: Ease back into school with these post-break events

by Kristin Washagan
March 28, 2017

Drake prioritizes making hits over authenticity in latest ‘playlist’

by Kristin Washagan
March 27, 2017

Nasty Women Reading empowers, celebrates

by Kristin Washagan
March 13, 2017

Zora Murff gives troubled youth a voice through art

by Kristin Washagan
March 8, 2017

Madtown Crier: Just because Mardi Gras is over doesn’t mean you can’t indulge in these Madison events

by Kristin Washagan
March 7, 2017

Conversation Starter: High Noon Saloon founder talks decision to sell, hopes for future

by Kristin Washagan
March 7, 2017

UW alumna Hannah Busse releases debut album

by Kristin Washagan
February 28, 2017

Thundercat’s latest release focuses on life, death, funk

by Kristin Washagan
February 28, 2017

Madtown Crier: Things to distract us from darty weekend

by Kristin Washagan
February 22, 2017

The Orwells fall back on stagnant, repetitive sound in latest release

by Kristin Washagan
February 21, 2017

Hitlist: Romantic tunes to lift your Valentine’s Day spirit

by Kristin Washagan
February 14, 2017

Teen Daze offers musical take on nature, personal recovery on latest release

by Kristin Washagan
February 14, 2017

Dr. Dog reveals polished indie folk sound on newest, unannounced release

by Kristin Washagan
February 9, 2017

Fem Fest returns to Madison with empowering message for women

by Kristin Washagan
February 7, 2017

RED brings modern Japanese cuisine to West Washington Avenue

by Kristin Washagan
February 7, 2017

Art exhibit at Multicultural Student Center kicks off Black History Month

by Kristin Washagan
February 2, 2017

In photos: Women’s March brings colorful protest for justice to Madison streets

by Kristin Washagan
January 24, 2017

WUD Music hosts Open Mic Night kick-off to celebrate the new Der Rathskeller

by Kristin Washagan
January 20, 2017

UW community unites to celebrate MLK’s legacy, diversity on campus

by Kristin Washagan
January 17, 2017

Conversation Starter: FRZN Fest aims to provide annual dose of live music, cure for cabin fever

by Kristin Washagan
January 17, 2017

Madtown Crier: Jan. 17 – Jan. 23

by Kristin Washagan
January 15, 2017

UW artist creates serious art from childhood memories

by Kristin Washagan
December 15, 2016

Pussy Riot visits Memorial Union to talk protest art, incarceration

by Kristin Washagan
November 22, 2016

Consent, Amplified seeks to spark important dialogue in Madison’s music scene

by Kristin Washagan
November 8, 2016

Flannel Fest returns for its third year to bring Americana, warmth to Madison

by Kristin Washagan
October 31, 2016

Proud Theater provides safe haven for LGBT teens

by Kristin Washagan
October 18, 2016

Wisconsin Triennial returns to showcase Wisconsin artists

by Kristin Washagan
October 4, 2016

Meeta Mastani hopes to bring confidence to students during her fall residency

by Kristin Washagan
September 19, 2016

‘Hoodwinked’ exhibit visits black narrative, offers message of hope

by Kristin Washagan
May 4, 2016

Q&A: Lucas DiPasquale started at YouTube, now he’s here

by Kristin Washagan
April 27, 2016

In new exhibit, Adria Kaufman perceives perceptions brilliantly

by Kristin Washagan
April 12, 2016

Art exhibit hopes to change public perception of incarcerated individuals

by Kristin Washagan
April 5, 2016

UW student art shines bright at Union South gallery

by Kristin Washagan
March 29, 2016

Former UW plant pathologist sells crafts on Etsy

by Kristin Washagan
March 14, 2016

Hesam Fetrati unveils daunting ‘Suspicious Suspension’ exhibition to paint image of separation-based distress

by Kristin Washagan
February 25, 2016

Michael Swaine illuminates community-oriented projects at guest lecture

by Kristin Washagan
February 10, 2016

Amy Franceschini enlists audience to embark on striking journey of art, culture

by Kristin Washagan
February 4, 2016

In Richard Haas exhibition, Wisconsin nature, architecture mingle

by Kristin Washagan
December 3, 2015

With ‘Delirium,’ Ellie Goulding explores new territory

by Kristin Washagan
November 10, 2015

Gamehole Con to celebrate tabletop gaming with 800 events

by Kristin Washagan
November 5, 2015

Girlpool keeps powerful hold over crowd at intimate Sett performance

by Kristin Washagan
October 15, 2015

World-renowned photographer Roger Ballen talks ‘transforming minds’ at Chazen

by Kristin Washagan
October 6, 2015

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