Rest of the best: Tone Madison’s 2021 song picks, pt. I
A look back at great songs from records that didn't appear in our top 20.
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Tone Madison’s top 20 Madison records of 2021
A look back at 20 potent albums and EPs released by local artists this year.
When a portal hides in plain sight
Rocky Rococo's on Regent is a shrine to the indefinable.
Louise Bock returns with a riveting collaboration
Taralie Peterson and Pat Gubler combine their experimental projects to strong effect.
Femme and Queer Skate Night underscores a communal embrace
As the weekly event grows, co-founder Leon C. reflects on its importance.
From traveling jazz to balanced pop
More Madison music highlights for October 2021's Bandcamp Friday.
Dear Mr. Watterson unleashes on a new EP
"Confusion Perfected" is an all-out blitz of scuzzy, twee-inflected punk.
Memorial show will celebrate drummer Travis Nelsen’s singular impact
Several of Nelsen's former projects and collaborators will honor his legacy on Saturday, September 18, with a concert at the East Side Club.
Audio engineer Justin Perkins returns to Madison
The Wisconsin native opens up about mastering and the importance of saving one's work.