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Welcome to the Summerfest Blog. Your exclusive access to playlist recommendations, what it takes to plan the festival, and personal insights from guest writers from the local Milwaukee music community.
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Your Music Resolutions for 2020
Posted on January 1, 2020
Eating healthier is a fine resolution but wouldn't working towards a music-resolution be more fun? We think so!
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Top Summerfest Amphitheater Performances of the Decade
Posted on December 29, 2019
We took a moment to pick our favorite show from each year of the past decade. Go back in time with us one last time, before we ring in the 20’s!
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Ho Ho Holiday Playlist
Posted on December 13, 2019
2019 may be coming to a close, but the new holiday music keeps on coming! We share some of our favorites.
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Ozzy Osbourne "No More Tours 2"
Posted on December 9, 2019
The Prince of Darkness himself, Ozzy Osbourne, will be rolling into the American Family Insurance Amphitheater on Wednesday, July 1, 2020.
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Milwaukee Music Scene
Posted on November 27, 2019
We took a moment to appreciate the great music scene in Milwaukee and call out our favorite intimate spots.
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Music in Movies: Milwaukee Film Festival
Posted on October 16, 2019
The Milwaukee Film Festival features the Sound Vision series that showcases films about music!
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National Coming Out Day Playlist
Posted on October 11, 2019
Today, in honor of National Coming Out Day, we're celebrating LGBT+ artists with a playlist.
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Halloween Costume Playlist
Posted on October 1, 2019
Looking for an idea for a Halloween costume? Get inspired by our Halloween Costume playlist!
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Meet Milwaukee Band Clear Pioneer
Posted on September 18, 2019
We chatted with the band Clear Pioneer, from right here in Milwaukee.
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Q&A with The Vindys
Posted on September 11, 2019
We chatted with The Vindys from Youngstown, Ohio.
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Up Close with Yam Haus
Posted on September 4, 2019
Get to know Yam Haus from the Emerging Artist Series.
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Summerfest's First Band from India: Thaikkudam Bridge
Posted on August 29, 2019
In 2019, Summerfest had its first band from Kochi, India. We took a moment to chat with them about their experience.