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Make Music Madison director Meri Rose Ekberg stops into the State Street studio to talk about upcoming venue and performer registration deadlines, and brought Tzêra with her to play a few songs for a special mini-Lair performance. Guests: Meri Rose Ekberg, Tzêra

Madison is the Brat Capitol of the World and Bratfest is the world's biggest brat festival! Bratfest music programmer Michael Alexander stops by Max Ink Radio with his daughter Madison, it's a two for one interview! Guests: Michael Alexander, Madison Alexander

21 year old Madison singer/songwriter by way of Puerto Rico, Tzêra shares her story and music live on Max Ink Radio. Click to listen to the full interview with Make Music Madison director Meri Rose Ekberg including Tzêra's performance Guest: Tzêra

Lead singer Betsy Ade and guitarist Joe Adamak are "strangers" no more as we talk with them about what it means to be a cello-infused alternative rock band. The Southeast Wisconsin-based group also shares their new goals after Betsy's appearance on "The Voice." And as the band works on a new album, Max Ink Radio gets the opportunity to play the world debut of the song, "One Drop." It's a thing of beauty! Don't drop your chance to hear it here, first. Guest: Betsy Ade & the Well Known Strangers

Madison Metallers King Cobra are performing live at TazzBash 3.0 on May 4th at the Red Rooster in Madison Guest: King Cobra

3rd Annual TazzBash is coming to the Red Rooster in Madison on May 4th featuring local hard rock and metal bands from Wisconsin. TazzBash is a fundraiser for Music Makes a Difference in the honor and memory of Shannon Reed. Guest: Trevor Reed

Madison Blues Society president Steve Porter talks about the upcoming bus trip to Chicago Blues Fest June 8th. Guests: Madison Blues Society, Steve Porter

Taurean Ball creator Echnaton Vedder talks about the annual event featuring music, holistic massage, art, dancing at Cafe Coda Guest: Echnaton Vedder

MMOCA Artwalk on Willy Street and Atwood Avenue features pop up art galleries at local businesses including Weichert Realtors Lakepoint and Rob & Emily are in studio to talk about the event on May 3rd. Guests: Weichert Realtors - Lakepoint, Rob Grether, Emily Ruzicka

Milwaukee rockers Blame It On Cain travel to the Madcity to perform and acoustic Live in the Lair with interview. Guest: Blame It On Cain

Madison Metallers Abaddon's End kick it around on Max Ink Heavy. Guests: Michelle Braun, Abaddon's End

Local Madison rockers Butter Brick perform songs old and new Live in the Lair on Max Ink Radio Guest: Butter Brick

Gamma Ray Bar owner Kevin Willmott II talks about opening up a new, independent live music venue in the old Frequency space in Madison. Guest: Kevin Willmott II

WAMI made the exclusive announcement to the world that there was a peaceful exchange of power at the top levels of power at the Wisconsin Area Music Industry organization. Former WAMI president Jason Klagstad and current president Roy Elkins talk about WAMI's successes and future plans with Jimmy K and Rökker on Max Ink Radio! Guests: WAMI, Jason Klagstad, Roy Elkins

Madison folkies The Mascot Theory rock it up performing songs from their new record in the Lair on Max Ink Radio Guests: The Mascot Theory, Erik Kjelland

Jersey-based rocker Skrizzly Adams stops by Max Ink Radio with Nick Lotto before their show at the Annex in Madison. Guests: Skrizzly Adams, Nick Lotto

Madison's longest, continuously running record store since 1981. Owner Dave Zero talks history, record store day and music. Guest: Dave Zero

Legendary Madisonian and drummer Clyde Stubblefield would have turned 80 this April and Joey B. Banks is continuing the legacy with a show featuring The Funkee JBeez, VO5, and Kaboom Box! to feature Clyde's music. Guest: Joey B. Banks

Madison native and drummer Ben Lokuta's band of Berkley buddies, Herd of Bison, are back in Madison to film a video and premiere brand new music. Guests: Ben Lokuta, Herd of Bison

Filmaker and musician Wendy Schneider talks about her new film "Angels of Dirt", the story of Charlotte Kainz and the fearless women who race motorcycles. Guest: Wendy Schnieder

Dough Boy's Pizza in Madison is a family operation on the northeast side. Listen to Matt Draeger Jr. talking pizza styles and menu items. Guest: Matt Draeger Jr.

Chicago metallers Now Its Dark are interviewed by Mshell on Max Ink Heavy Guest: Now Its Dark

Drummer Joey B. Banks met Clyde as a teen and is hosting a celebration of Clyde Stubblefield on what would be his 80th birthday on April 18th at the Majestic Theater in Madison. Guests: Joey B. Banks, Clyde Stubblefield

Milwaukee blues artist Dianna Jones and her band take the Journey to Madison to play live in the Max Ink Radio. Meet the band and learn their backstory. Guest: Dianna Jones

Kenosha metallers Would You Kindly? make appearance on Max Ink Heavy with MShell. Guest: Would You Kindly?

Madison based Folk/Americana artist Josh Harty is in the studio playing music from his catalog along with brand new material with interview. Guest: Josh Harty

Director Michael Neelsen of the new documentary "String Theory: The Richard Davis Method" talks about the making of this extraordinary film. Guest: Michael Neelsen

Sun Prairie's Marta the Piano Gal released a new EP "Of a Certain Age" and talks about the themes of being a woman, mom, aging and tuning pianos. Guests: Marta the Piano Gal, Marta Hansen

Rockonsin is an annual statewide high school band competition. Dennis Graham talks about the mission and important dates coming up. Guests: Rockonsin, Dennis Graham

Conniption, original thrash metal from Milwaukee, talking about their upcoming album and what inspires their live shows! Guest: Conniption

Madison 10 piece funk and dance masters Lynda & the Zeros perform live in the studio and it's so hot, we had to turn the A/C on! Guests: Lynda & the Zeros, Lynda Higgins, Greg Burt

Phat Phunktion founder, singer, saxophonist Al Falaschi talks about the band's resurgence and upcoming shows in Madison and Milwaukee Guest: Al Falaschi

A Time To Die director Bob Love and actress Steph Quinnell talk about the movie premiere, history of eating brains and much more! Guests: Robert Love, Steph Quinnel

HoneyBee Cannabis and Karben 4 Brewers have collaborated to create Bee-Nanas, a Honey Hefe Weizen. HoneyBee owner Wade Woods brings in samples and laughs! Guest: Wade Woods

Natty Nation keyboardist Aaron Konkol has equipment stolen parking garage after gig including classic Moog Synthesizer.

Powerhouse vocalist Megan of death metal band Casket Robbery talks about their upcoming tour with Nights of Malice that starts in April! She unveils her experience with the first annual Milwaukee Metal Fest and what to expect for its return this year! Plus, a new single coming in April! Guest: Casket Robbery

A band member was recently diagnosed with cancer and inspires new, sexy compilation of their catalog by other local bands. Guest: American Dead

Supertanker's new album "Broiler" is out and the band is in the studio to talk about new music and upcoming shows. Guests: Chris Pauls, Supertanker, Win Sager

Madison Rockers After August stop by the studio to talk about their new album "First Sign of Trouble" and album release show. Guests: After August, Bob Manor

Award winning singer, songwriter, producer Katie Scullin is performing new songs and talking about her music career, women's issues in music, and making videos. Guest: Katie Scullin

The Civil Engineers perform as an acoustic quartet with Molly Fish (vox), Tim Lopez (gtr, vox), Jason Buck (sax) and Educational Davis (gtr). Guests: Civil Engineers, The, Molly Fish, Tim Lopez, Jason Buck, Educational Davis

Madison rockers The Flavor That Kills reveal they are releasing a new album on Red Vinyl Guest: The Flavor That Kills

Madison rockers Nester inhabit Max Ink Radio to talk band history, newish members and spin their music. Guest: Nester

Mickey Sunshine's Chris & Andrea Di Bernardo talk about the band's creation, meaning and new shows coming up. Guests: Mickey Sunshine, Chris Di Bernardo, Andrea Di Bernardo

Founder Bob Queen is in studio with updates and highlights for the annual Sessions at McPike Park music festival in June and August in Madison. Guest: Bob Queeen

Portage native Kaylin Kole relocated to Nashville and returns to her home to make her second appearance in the Lair on Max Ink Guest: Kaylin Kole

Sunspot's Mike & Wendy stop by to talk paranormal activity, premiere new music, and promo upcoming Harmony Bar show in Madison. Guests: Sunspot, Wendy Lynn Markus, Mike Huberty

Civic Media Vice President Jorge Reyna joins Max Ink Radio to talk about Civic Media's Mission and his EDM show Mad Unity. Guest: Jorge Reyna

New Milwaukee Metal H1Z1 hits hard on Max Ink Heavy Guest: H1Z1

Meet owner, manager and music booker Brian Carriveau talks about his restaurant, bar and live music venue, Bierock on Madison's northside. Guest: Brian Carriveau

Madison singer-songwriter, rock n roll star, Girl's Rock Camp Madison director Beth Kille celebrates her 50th birthday on the John & Gordy show with Rökker and plays "This Is Your Music Life" gameshow guessing her own music. Lots of laughter and fun!

Make Music Madison director Meri Rose Ekberg is in with news, updates and registration dates for the upcoming Madison festival on June 21st. Guest: Meri Rose Ekberg

Vice President of the Wisconsin Area Music Industry calls to check in with voting dates and WAMI Award Weekend updates. Guests: WAMI, Ron Books

M Shays is releasing new singles from her upcoming album and promoting upcoming release show at the Harmony Bar in Madison Guest: M Shays

The award winning Rock of Ages musical, directed by David Pausch, is coming to the Mitby Theater in Madison on March 1-9, 2024. Guests: Karen Saari, David Pausch

14 Piece a capella group The UW Madhatters perform classic songs and interview live in the Lair on Max Ink Radio Guest: UW Madhatters

Pine Travelers disbanded after the loss of their bandmate Nick Clutter, now guitarist/singer/songwriter Alex White calls a group of friends his new band project. Guests: Alex White, David Wyatt

Watertown/MKE/MSN based Secret Menu are performing live and we get to know the band, their new music, and NBC 15 news coverage of their video filmed on the ice of Lake Monona. Guest: Secret Menu

Drummer Marlo Darken helps campers learn instruments, write songs, and guide them to a live performance and the High Noon Saloon. Guest: Marlo Darken

The Paranormal Expo in Madison was at the Crucible and put on by Ali K promotions. Learn about Dousing Rods, contacting spirits and live music. Guest: Ali Krause

Madison's Jane Hobson performs Live in the Lair on Max Ink Radio Guest: Jane Hobson

Madison's Katie Scullin performs her new music plus an amazing classic to end the set Guest: Katy Scullin

Milwaukee singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Joe Richter interviews and performs songs from his catalog. Guest: Joe Richter

Panchromatic Steel's Chad Bartell and Mama Digdown's Roc Ohly talk about upcoming Fat Tuesday show! Guests: Panchromatic Steel, Chad Bartell, Roc Ohly

Legends of radio John Peterson and Gordy Young are back together and talking about their morning show, history and more! Guests: John & Gordy Show, Gordy Young, John Peterson

Rowan Childs talks about the mission, history, and events coming up for Madison Reading Project Guest: Rowan Childs

Appleton's Sit Kitty Sit perform live in the studio on Max Ink Radio Guest: Sit Kitty Sit

Madison reggae legends Natty Nation perform live and interview on Max Ink Radio Guest: Natty Nation

HoneyBee Cannabis and Rude Brew Kombucha have fused to create new product newly distributed in Madison retail outlets. HoneyBee's Wade Woods and Rude Brew's Lacy Rude give us the backstory on this new infusion Guests: Wade Woods, Lacy Rude

Madison award winning songwriter Chloe Louise is back with new music, shows, attitude and family. Guest: Chloe Louise

New Madison supergoup Automatic Lover fuse latin-rock-funk-jazz-rock with new single "Helena" on Max Ink Radio Guest: Automatic Lover

Milwaukee folky Americana duo The Listening Party are performing live in the studio and talking about new album, upcoming shows, history, and funny stories! Guests: Listening Party, The, Weston Mueller, Jacob Wood

Our House Concerts organizers David Wallner and Anne Katz talk about their inspiration behind their mission and the upcoming home concert schedule. Guests: Anne Katz, Our House Concerts, David Wallner

Miss Meaghan Owens is back in Wisconsin from a Hawaiian adventure and is performing songs, telling stories and inspiring local on Max Ink Radio. Guest: Miss Meaghan Owens

Guitars for Vets co-founder Patrick Nettesheim talks history of Guitars for Vets and the upcoming fundraiser Pocket Cue Sessions Guests: Guitars 4 Vets, Patrick Nettesheim

Jon & Dan of Madison rockers Peacemaker stop by to play music from their upcoming, self-titled album. Guests: Peacemaker, Jon Stover

Aaron Weber Group owner Aaron Weber stops into Max Ink Radio to attend Live in the Lair and talk about his socks, marriage and Real Estate Tips. Guest: Aaron Weber

Longtime Madison Blues Society member Shari Davis and current president Steve Porter are in the studio talking about the history, mission, and personal backstories. Guests: Madison Blues Society, Shari Davis, Steve Porter

Create Wisconsin Director Anne Katz stops by the studio to talk about the mission, the arts, the Wisconsin Idea and the upcoming conference at the Overture Center. Guest: Anne Katz

Blame it on Cain reschedules their Lair appearance but singer Sam Boettcher was able to make it thru the snow to make it in to Max Ink Radio. Guests: Sam Boettcher, Blame It On Cain

Wisconsin Area Music Industry Vice President Ron Books is on the phone talking about the WAMI Holiday parties and the upcoming Awards Ceremony in May. Photo courtesy of Sweet Music Chica. Guests: WAMI, Ron Books

Madison's Community Pharmacy Outreach Coordinator PJ Chamberlain talks history, products, new happenings, Spamazon, AI written Herbal Books and more! Guest: PJ Chamberlain

Fox Valley Soul Poppers Tae & the Neighborly stop into the studio before playing PopFest at the Majestic in Madison. Guest: Tae & the Neighborly

Madison rock band El Donk is live on Max Ink Radio talking about their 30 year history, funny stories, performance and more! Guests: El Donk, The Falcon, The Baron, Bones, Woobie 3k

Drummer Randy Ballwahn and guitarist Kirk Wall stop into the studio to talk band history and upcoming Madison show at the Bur Oak. Guests: Randy Ballwahn, Kirk Wall, German Art Students

Milwaukee ska-punkers just released their new album "Here Comes The Panic" and sax player Nathan Tredinnick is in to talk band history, new album and upcoming release show at the Crystal Corner Bar in Madison. Guests: Something To Do, Nathan Tredinnick

Madison singer-songwriter Sam Lyons is leaving Madison to relocate in L.A. looking for music opportunity and sunshine. Guest: Sam Lyons

Black Star Drum Academy founder and Director Joey B. Banks talks about early Madison Scouts career, hanging with Clyde Stubblefield and all the details of the upcoming schedule of workshops. Guest: Joey B. Banks

A special two hour edition of Live in the Lair for New Year's Eve Eve featuring Southeastern Wisconsin's Bodhicitta. Guest: Bodhicitta

The Cuz are back in town! and stop by Max Ink Radio for the latest on their New Year's Eve show, new songs and more Guest: Ben Lokuta

The High Noon Saloon and Majestic Theater in Madison put on indoor music festivals featuring different genres and Joe "Burbie" Burbach calls in to talk about them on Max Ink Radio. Guest: Joe Burbach

James Earl Tate is celebrating his birthday, releasing a new album, and continuing his tradition of Tate's Blues Jam in Madison and talking about Madison's blues scene in the 1960s living above the Nitty Gritty. Guest: James Earl Tate

Madison songstress Beth Kille is on Max Ink Radio talking about her new book "Embrace You Authentic Songwriter". Guest: Beth Kille

Madison fusion jammers WURK are back to promote upcoming NYE show and talk about playing Bonfire Festival. Guest: WURK

Build-a-blunt. You heard right, and Alan Robinson joins Max Ink Radio to spill the tea... er, roll the doobie. Guest: Alan Robinson

Appalacian Mountains songstress Katie Powderly interviews and performs songs from her new album "Live by the Song, Die By the Song". Guest: Katie Powderly

Professor Kelsey Miles is back in Madison from Kansas City to record a new album and make a live appearance on Live in the Lair. Guest: Kelsey Miles

Pine Travelers appeared in the Devil's Lair on April 10, 2021 and features Nick Clutter and the band performing live and interview. This post is dedicated to the memory of Nick Clutter (March 18, 1985 - October 27, 2022) Guests: Pine Travelers, Nick Clutter

Jimmy K chats with Kent Heberling – guitar, FX, vocals of {ELSE} from Milwaukee, WI. {ELSE} has a new EP out called, "Seven So Few". Guest: Kent Heberling