Wisconsin Music Ventures Blog
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Wisconsin Music Ventures is helping Independent Musicians Thrive in Wisconsin. Wisconsin Music Ventures is a program that was founded in the summer of 2019 by Milwaukee area musician and private instructor Allison M. Schweitzer (Allison Emm, in "the biz"). Her idea was to plan events that might be different, engaging and exciting for her private students and others to attend, being..
Wisconsin Music Ventures Blog
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Friends of WMV, I’m pleased to share with you that Volume.com is bringing Season Two of the #1 Global Music Business Podcast Emily White’s How to Build a Sustainable Music Career & Collect All Revenue Streams live to Milwaukee! Please join me in attending the live sessions at Nō Studios! If you can’t attend live, … More Interactive Workshop Via Live Podcast Broadcast with Emily White ..read more
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Jenn Leo is a musician based in Milwaukee who primarily covers female singer-songwriters. She performs both solo and with duo Ben & Jenn. ME: How did you get involved with Wisconsin Music Ventures? JENN: Well, I met Allison when she was establishing a community handbell choir in Wauwatosa, so we had a few rehearsals and … More Spotlight of the Week: Jenn Leo ..read more
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Tinker discusses his recent music ventures, tours, and the release of his album “Dirty Pool.” He emphasizes the importance of self-care while on tour and talks about the different genres and styles of his bands. He mentions upcoming shows and how his perspective on bands and events has changed. He also expresses a desire for … More Spotlight of the Week: Tinker ..read more
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Vincent Van Great is a Milwaukee artist with a creative and adventurous outlook on his career and his journey in the music industry. This interview took place the day Vincent gave the opening pitch for the Milwaukee Brewers. Me: Hey Vincent! Are you excited to do your pitch tonight? Vincent Van Great: I’m extremely excited. … More Spotlight of The Week: Vincent Van Great ..read more
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7000apart is a gifted alternative pop duo from Sweden and Green Bay. Singer Amelie Eiding and husband Jon Kresin have been collaborating and building their career together touring all over Wisconsin. They recently performed at the Mayfair Collection, where I had the opportunity to interview them. Me: My first question is, how has your involvement … More Spotlight of the Week: 7000apart ..read more
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Jody Peterson is a deeply thoughtful songwriter based in Oshkosh Wisconsin. I got to meet and discuss his perspective on the industry and his musicianship. Me: How did you hear or learn about Wisconsin Music Ventures? Jody: I think I saw it on Instagram. I think there was a post, a suggested algorithm feed thing … More Spotlight of the Week: Jody Peterson ..read more
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Will K is a musician unbounded by music genres. His biggest influences include rock throughout the ages, with a blend of acoustic and electric styles. We got to chat over a zoom call and talked about his artistry. Me: How did you start working with WMV? Will: I think I had some acquaintances on Facebook … More Spotlight of the Week: Will Keizer ..read more
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Tom Riddle is a multi talented musician out of Milwaukee that is a backstage pass member of Wisconsin Music Ventures. I had the opportunity to sit down and meet with him in his electrifying record studio, Stories Studios. Me: Where are you originally from? Tom: So I was born in Georgia in a military family, … More Spotlight of the Week: Tom Riddle ..read more
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I had the opportunity to call and interview one of our new Green Room Musicians Jennifer Andrea, a hypnotic pop rock vocalist in bands like Pop Rock Suckers/Driving Buddies. Jennifer Andrea is a local Waukesha artist, but performs all over southeastern Wisconsin. Me: So how did you get involved with Wisconsin Music Ventures? Jennifer: I … More Spotlight of the Week: Jennifer Andrea ..read more
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Hi it’s me, Ben. Yes, it’s true. Unfortunately, the time has come for me to depart Wisconsin Music Ventures as I go full-time at another job while continuing to do some freelance journalism/blogging on the side. Before I go, I’d like to say that I’m truly grateful and appreciative of the opportunity Allison has given … More Spotlight of the Week: Ben Slowey’s Departure ..read more