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Milwaukee Press Club award-winning media company, established in 2023 by @joshuammillerwi.bsky.social and @alexmtheel.bsky.social. We advocate fantastic music and entertainment content for your ears and eyes worldwide.
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Scummy Water Tower @scummywatertower.bsky.social · Nov 15
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Today, we’re excited to discuss another group that has quickly made a a name for itself over the past few years, Brooklyn by way of Boston band Trophy Wife. That's thanks to great songs such as "So Hard", which we're stoked to spotlight.

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Singles Spotlight: Trophy Wife – “So Hard” - Scummy Water Tower
Hello reader, How are you? Thanks for checking out SWT. Today, we’re excited to discuss another group, Trophy Wife, that has quickly launched into the scene, making a name for itself over the past few...
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November 19, 2025 at 5:46 PM
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Today, SWT is excited to discuss another rocker/singer-songwriter who is making some great memories for his fans: Vancouver, BC-based musician Rich Hope. On Friday, he will release a live album featuring standout single “It Come Alive”.

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Singles Spotlight: Rich Hope – “It Come Alive” - Scummy Water Tower
Hello reader, How are you today? Ready for another Singles Spotlight? Today, SWT is excited to discuss another rocker/singer-songwriter who is making some great memories for his fans: Rich Hope. The V...
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November 18, 2025 at 5:59 PM
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Vancouver scene legend Rich Hope releases Live At The ANZA Club this Friday! Get a preview and hear the blazing track "It Come Alive" now at @scummywatertower.bsky.social
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Singles Spotlight: Rich Hope – “It Come Alive” - Scummy Water Tower
Hello reader, How are you today? Ready for another Singles Spotlight? Today, SWT is excited to discuss another rocker/singer-songwriter who is making some great memories for his fans: Rich Hope. The V...
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November 18, 2025 at 4:49 PM
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Last month, we had the pleasure of introducing you to the Canadian singer-songwriter Josh Ritchie through a Singles Spotlight feature on his fantastic song "September Talks." He has generously followed up on that feature with an exclusive Artist Essay.

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Artist Essay: September Talks By Josh Ritchie - Scummy Water Tower
Editor's Note Last month SWT introduced you to Canadian singer/songwriter Josh Ritchie via a Singles Spotlight feature on his fantastic song "September Talks". The song is featured on his third LP So ...
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November 17, 2025 at 10:46 PM
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Welcome to a new week to explore new music! Today, we’re excited to discuss another great experimental band, Los Angeles' 2070. The band's new single “Transducer”, off their upcoming album, is a favorite for @alexmtheel.bsky.social.

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Singles Spotlight: 2070 – “Transducer” - Scummy Water Tower
Hello reader, How are you today? Today, we’re excited to discuss another great experimental band, 2070. The LA-based indie band has established a name for itself in the LA scene as one of the city's h...
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November 17, 2025 at 5:40 PM
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Last month we had the pleasure of introducing you to Milwaukee, Wisconsin noise rockers IfIHadAHiFi via artist essay by @hotshotrobot.bsky.social. We're excited to share @joshuammillerwi.bsky.social's interview with the band about their new music.

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Milwaukee Noise Rockers IfIHadaHiFi Look Back At Their Past While Being Less Afraid To Be Quiet In The Present - Scummy Water Tower
The members of Milwaukee, Wisconsin band IfIHadAHiFi discuss their 2025 music releases.
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November 14, 2025 at 3:48 PM
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Last week, Laura Burhenn made her triumphant return to music making with a new album from her project The Mynabirds. @joshuammillerwi.bsky.social interviewed her about why she started working on her own songs again. @clarioncallmedia.bsky.social

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The Mynabirds Take Flight Again On Spirited New Album - Scummy Water Tower
An interview with singer-songwriter Laura Burhenn about her band The Mynabirds' 2025 album It’s Okay To Go Back If You Keep Moving Forward
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November 12, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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Today, we're going to delve into Australian rock band Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers, who just released their new album Glory. @alexmtheel.bsky.social had a chance to check it out and enjoyed what he heard. Read on to find out what he thought!

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Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers – GLORY (2025) Review - Scummy Water Tower
Hello reader, Welcome back. Today, we're going to delve into Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers. The Australian rock band was formed in Canberra in 2019 when band members Anna Ryan (they/them; vocals/gui...
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November 7, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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Lillian King is an emerging singer-songwriter based in Chicago, IL that we highly recommend listening to. On October 24th she released her debut album, and today we're excited to share an exclusive essay from her about embracing teenage ennui.

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November 6, 2025 at 10:03 PM
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For the latest entry in our SWT Interviews series, we interviewed singer-songwriter @podgelane.bsky.social. In the interview, Podge talks about his new album Less Of Me, which chronicles some of his experiences touring the U.S. since recently becoming a citizen.

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SWT Interviews: Podge Lane
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November 5, 2025 at 8:45 PM
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Today, we’re going to explore Ruby Sparks, the project of LA-based songwriter Jake Sternberg. The band just released its debut album Iris. @alexmtheel.bsky.social had an early listen and liked what he heard. Read on to find out why in his album review!

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Ruby Sparks – Iris (2025) Album Review - Scummy Water Tower
Hello reader, Welcome back. Today, we're going to explore Ruby Sparks. This is the project of LA-based songwriter Jake Sternberg. Although I'm fairly new to listening to the band, I've been impressed ...
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November 5, 2025 at 4:25 PM
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This week Hüsker Dü is releasing a new four LP live box set, entitled 1985: The Miracle Year. @alexmtheel.bsky.social had an early opportunity to listen to the box set. Read on to find out what he thought of the release!

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1985: The Miracle Year A Live Hüsker Dü Four LP Box Set (Review) - Scummy Water Tower
Hello reader, Welcome back. Or welcome to SWT if this is your first time. The following fact may anger some and disappoint others, but unfortunately, I never had the opportunity to see Hüsker Dü live....
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November 4, 2025 at 5:32 PM
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Today, we're excited to introduce you to Philadelphia's Sun Within, a new band brimming with potential. The group contributed their artist essay in the form of a band discussion of some key aspects of band life.

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Introducing: Philly’s Sun Within - Scummy Water Tower
Philadelphia band Sun Within discuss band life in a interview based artist essay
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November 3, 2025 at 7:25 PM
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Today, we’re going to delve into one of Australia’s finest bands, The Belair Lip Bombs, via a review of their latest album. Read on to find out why writer @alexmtheel.bsky.social thought it was an exceptional release.

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The Belair Lip Bombs – Again (2025) Album Review - Scummy Water Tower
Hello reader, Welcome back. Today, we're going to delve into one of Australia's finest bands, The Belair Lip Bombs. Maisie Everett (lead vocals, guitar, and keyboards), Mike Bradvica (guitar), Jimmy D...
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October 31, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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Looking for a taste of Italy? And/or a love song that goes beyond surface level? Today SWT is excited to premiere the music video for The Spikes' song "Garden Song". Read on to learn more!

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Video Premiere: The Spikes – “Garden Song” - Scummy Water Tower
Premiere of music video for The Spikes' "Garden Song"
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October 30, 2025 at 3:55 PM
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Earlier this year, we introduced you to Orilllia, the project of Chicago-based artist Andrew Marczak, via a thoughtful artist essay. Today, we're excited to put the spotlight on him again, this time through a Singles Spotlight feature.

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Singles Spotlight: Orillia – “Little Kid” - Scummy Water Tower
Hello reader, How are you? Today, we’re excited to discuss another singer-songwriter who is making some fantastic music: Orillia. A year ago, Chicago-based artist Andrew Marczak, under the moniker Ori...
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October 29, 2025 at 4:40 PM
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We’re excited to discuss a Chicago-based artist making some great music, No Lonesome. New EP Am I What I’m Not? features the fantastic song "Great Eternal", which we're spotlighting for you today.

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Singles Spotlight: No Lonesome – “Great Eternal” - Scummy Water Tower
Hello reader, How are you today? Today, we’re excited to discuss a Chicago-based artist making some great music, No Lonesome. This is the project of songwriter, musician, and producer Jeb Backe (they/...
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October 28, 2025 at 4:10 PM
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For the latest entry in our SWT Interviews video series, @joshuammillerwi.bsky.social interviewed Alberta, Canada-based singer/songwriter Cynthia Hamar, who recently started performing under the moniker BirdBelly. BirdBelly's debut album was just released.

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Singles Spotlight: BirdBelly – “Desert Khaki” - Scummy Water Tower
Hello reader, How are you today? Today, we’re excited to discuss another artist who continues to create great music: BirdBelly. This is the new moniker of Alberta, Canada-born Métis singer-songwriter ...
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October 27, 2025 at 3:17 PM
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Looking for some great music to listen to? We highly recommend checking out Joelton Mayfield's aptly titled debut album Crowd Pleaser. Read on to find out what @alexmtheel.bsky.social thought of the release!

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Joelton Mayfield – Crowd Pleaser (2025) Album Review - Scummy Water Tower
Hello reader, Welcome back. How are you? Today, we're going to delve into Joelton Mayfield. Timing and completing the dotting of all the i's and crossing of all the t's within the creative process dif...
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October 24, 2025 at 3:29 PM
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This weekend, Northern Virginia self-described “anthemic punk/emo” rockers Celebration Summer will make their triumphant return to Gainesville, Florida’s @thefestfl.bsky.social. Bass player Greg Raelson wrote about the band's influences.

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Artist Essay: The Sounds That Shaped Celebration Summer By Greg Raelson - Scummy Water Tower
An essay from Greg Raelson of Washington D.C. rockers Celebration Summer about the group's influences.
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October 23, 2025 at 7:48 PM
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Today, SWT's Water Tower Sessions series returns, this time with a stellar performance from Nashville based singer-songwriter Remi Goode and her partner Gabe. They perform "Punchline" off her recently released debut album.

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Water Tower Sessions: Remi Goode - Scummy Water Tower
Remi Goode and Gabe Lehrer perform Water Tower Session performance of Goode's song "Punchline"
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October 23, 2025 at 3:11 PM
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If you're looking for some great songs of acts old and new to catch out, check out our Spotify playlists!

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October 22, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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Today, we’re excited to introduce the musical talent of an artist known for her visual design and artwork, who has recently started releasing music, Hirons. We're excited to put the spotlight on debut EP single "Being The Cause". Read on to learn more!

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Singles Spotlight: Hirons – “Being The Cause” - Scummy Water Tower
Hello reader, How are you? Today, we’re excited to introduce the musical talent of an artist known for her visual design and artwork, who has recently started releasing music, Hirons. While we're stil...
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October 21, 2025 at 5:49 PM
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Today, we’re excited to discuss another artist making wonderful music: Canadian singer-songwriter Josh Ritchie. On Friday, October 17, he'll release his new album So Much More Than A Dream, which features great track "September Talks".

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Singles Spotlight: Josh Ritchie – “September Talks” | Scummy Water Tower
Singles Spotlight feature on Josh Ritchie's song "September Talks"
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October 16, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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We try our best to keep our socials and site a positive experience of advocacy. But we can't always remain quiet. Neither should you. 🙌
altnps.bsky.social Alt National Park Service @altnps.bsky.social · Oct 16
There’s a common feeling across the U.S. right now, a sense of helplessness. Many people want to do more but feel like they can’t. Remember: every action you take pushes the resistance forward.
October 16, 2025 at 7:13 AM