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Milwaukee's music scene is busy. New concert announcements, memorable live performances, evolving trends, new releases, local artists breaking out. TAP'd IN is a great way to stay on top of it all.Each Thursday morning at 8am on Radio Milwaukee, Journal Sentinel music critic Piet Levy and 88Nine Program Director Jordan Lee discuss the local music scene. In case you miss their segments on the air, here they are. These guys are plugged in (er, "TAP'd IN"). Now you can be, too.

A more inclusive and engaged Milwaukee requires a more informed Milwaukee. Here, you'll find a wide range of news stories that'll let you know what's happening around the area so you can feel more connected to it.

From the Music Desk is a collection of carefully curated songs and conversations from the desk of Music Director Justin Barney.Weird songs, sad songs, bangers, ballads and the hidden playlists of artists we love — all kinds of songs with heart come From the Music Desk. Weekdays at 9 a.m. and 7 p.m., Sunday nights at 8 p.m. and all the time on Spotify.

From live performances to song premieres and new releases to in-depth features, this is your chance to get acquainted with the artists that create the music scene in Wisconsin.

Every Friday from 10 p.m. to midnight, DJ Tarik Moody redefines the urban sound with a mix of jazz, hip-hop, soul, electronic and everything in between. Check Rhythm Lab Radio on Mixcloud. Interested in carrying Rhythm Lab Radio on your station? Learn about syndication here.

We in Milwaukee take a lot of pride in our culture. Sure, part of it is the beer-brats-bowling stereotype. And we can laugh along with that. But we know we're much more. Here's where we tell stories about our unique culture, from a Packer bars to local painters making it big, and the Milwaukee Art Museum to supprt clubs. Enjoy!

Twice a year, Radio Milwaukee producers expand upon the station’s daily Community Stories segment, creating a multi-part video and audio series that explores one topic more deeply. Prior to Invisible Lines (2018), 88Nine produced At The Threshold (2017), National & North (2016) and Milwaukee with John Gurda (2016).

We like a good pair of headphones, but there's something special about gathering with other music fans in a live space. This is where you'll find our weekly Milwaukee Concert Picks, the latest news and reviews for shows happening in our area, Tiny Desk performances from NPR, and more about the live-music scene.

One of the pillars of Radio Milwaukee is helping you (and us) discover new music. Consider this your home for sonic exploration, a place for you to dig into the freshest tunes and search for your next new favorite.

There's no shortage of things to do around the Milwaukee area. Festivals, fairs, block parties, cultural events, grand openings — we do our best to keep up with them all and share them here so you can find the fun around town.