Your home for alternative music in Milwaukee
Looking for a WLUM 102.1 alternative replacement? You've found it. When 102.1 FM went off the air, Milwaukee lost more than just an alternative rock radio station; it lost a community. But the spirit of alternative music in Milwaukee lives on at 88Nine Radio Milwaukee.
As Milwaukee's only remaining alternative and Triple A (Adult Album Alternative) radio station, we're not just filling the gap left by 102.1, we're expanding it. Our nonprofit, community-supported organization brings you the best new alternative music, celebrates Milwaukee's incredible local music scene, and creates an inclusive space where every music lover belongs.
If you're searching for "where to listen alternative music Milwaukee" or need a "Milwaukee alternative radio station" that truly gets it, welcome home. This is your new alternative music community.
More than alternative rock. It's your music discovery platform.
Milwaukee's premier Triple-A radio station: alternative, indie & local music
What makes Radio Milwaukee different from the 102.1 alternative rock format? We're a Triple-A radio station, which means Adult Album Alternative — a deeper, more diverse approach to alternative music. While 102.1 focused primarily on alternative rock, our Triple-A format includes indie rock, folk-rock, world music and emerging artists you won't hear anywhere else in Milwaukee.
We're not just another Milwaukee radio station; we're the only non-commercial alternative music station in the market, which means no corporate playlists, no consultants telling us what to play, and definitely no repetitive commercial breaks interrupting your music discovery. Every song is hand-picked by local music lovers who call Milwaukee home.
Plus, we play at least one Milwaukee artist every hour because we believe in supporting the incredible music being made right here in our city. From established Milwaukee bands to emerging local artists, we're your connection to the Milwaukee music scene.
Stream alternative music Milwaukee: radio, app & community
Ready to make Radio Milwaukee your new alternative music home? We've made it easy to listen however and wherever you want. Whether you're streaming alternative music online, listening on traditional radio, or taking us on the go with our mobile app, the music never stops.
As Milwaukee's community-supported alternative radio station, we're more than just music; we're a movement. Join thousands of Milwaukee music lovers who've already discovered their new favorite station.
- Listen to Milwaukee alternative radio: Tune in to 88.9 FM, stream online at RadioMilwaukee.org by hitting the orange play button at the top of the page, or tell your smart speaker "Play 88Nine Radio Milwaukee." Your new alternative music station is always on.
- Download the Radio Milwaukee app: Take Milwaukee's alternative music station with you. Get the Radio Milwaukee app for live streaming, music discovery, and exclusive content from your new favorite station.
- Milwaukee Music Newsletter: Stay connected to Milwaukee's alternative music scene. Our weekly newsletter delivers new music discoveries, local concert announcements, and stories from Milwaukee artists.
Support independent alternative music in Milwaukee
Unlike 102.1, Radio Milwaukee is a nonprofit, member-supported organization. This means we answer to you, not corporate advertisers. Your support keeps alternative music alive in Milwaukee and helps us discover the next great Milwaukee artist.
When you become a Radio Milwaukee member, you're not just supporting a radio station; you're investing in Milwaukee's music community and ensuring alternative music has a permanent home in our city.
Welcome to Milwaukee's new alternative music community. Welcome to Radio Milwaukee — where alternative music lives on.