Sam Llanas News Today

Wisconsin, known for its dairy farms, scenic landscapes, and vibrant cities, is also a fertile ground for musical talent. From rock legends to country stars, the Badger State has produced a remarkable array of singers who have left an indelible mark on the music industry. This article celebrates the top ten most popular famous singers

Refreshing takes on rockabilly, bluegrass, Americana and surf rock; a tribute to Mike Hoffmann; a marathon documentary on Sigmund Snopek III and more—This Week in Milwaukee Music!

Rock band, formed 40 years ago in Wisconsin, has more songs waiting in the wings, even though latest album is titled ‘4 the Last Time’

Surf’s up! Art and music, Black Violin blurs genres, Irish dance, Western Swing, Jerry Grillo, Sam Llanas’ birthday show and Steve March-Tormé celebrates Valentine’s Day and more—This Week in Milwaukee!

John Sieger You could call it a John Sieger tribute band, given the set list is a fresh take on his favorite songs from Semi-Twang, the Cadets, The Subcontinentals, El Supremo (if you blinked, you missed that one)... the whole shebang. The tempo is upbeat, and the players are familiar, with Mike Sieger on bass and brotherly harmonies, Bob Jennings on keys and sax, and Bob Schneider on drums. The Combo packs a lot into an hour and a half set — come on down! Sam Llanas (formerly of the BoDeans) ...

Gallery Night, improvised music at Woodland Pattern, AfterDark: For the Culture storytelling, Pumpkin Pavilion, Hallowings, Psycho Spook-A-Thon, and more—This Week in Milwaukee!

He didn’t do it alone, but the songs he wrote for The Band are classics.

Rock. $40 ($35 adv.).

Lots of newcomers, plus a host of Milwaukee concert announcements in this weeks Shepherd Setlist.

Two founding members of the Violent Femmes have each recorded a song - with other Milwaukee musical talent - by Atlanta-based band Drivin N Cryin as tributes to frontman Kevn Kinney, a Milwaukee native. They are the first fruit of a four-album salute.