We're grateful and thankful for all of the readers, artists, musicians, and PR folks that helped make SWT amazing in 2025.

Thank you once again,
Alex and Josh

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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Today, SWT is excited to reintroduce you to one of the first artists we covered two years ago: Milwaukee, Wisconsin singer-songwriter Trapper Schoepp. @joshuammillerwi.bsky.social talked to him about his new album and fantastic song "Wildfire".

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Last night #GregNorton and #UltraBomb kicked off their tour in Cudahy, WI, at @xrayarcade.bsky.social. They put on an incredible, high energy set. Ryan Smith, whom I interviewed 16 years ago, is a fantastic fit for the band. Really enjoyed openers #Boss'Daughter and #M545 as well.

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An afternoon at a #Brewers baseball game followed by an evening at The Riverside with #JaySom and #LucyDacus. What a wonderful day in Milwaukee. -Alex

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Milwaukee, Wisconsin-based band Listening Party put on a fantastic show Friday evening at Ziegler Winery. We can't wait to hear their new album!

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We're still processing how incredible this past week at Blue Ox Music Festival was. That includes a thrilling performance by the @thewarrenhaynes.bsky.social Band.

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@missmargoprice.bsky.social turned Blue Ox Music Festival into one high octane giant open air honky tonk joint yesterday with an impassioned performance of songs new and old that never relented in energy.

Today marks the inaugural day of the 2025 Blue Ox Music Festival! We'll be on the grounds covering and enjoying the great music today and the next two days on our site.

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Blue Ox Music Festival in Eau Claire, Wisconsin has a fantastic lineup this year. Get your tickets ASAP if you haven't already! SWT is ready for a great time!

Here's a sneak peak of what we've been working on lately - a new template for our Water Tower Sessions #music video series! We can't wait to share the full thing! If you want to be featured in a future session or if you're interested in working with us as a sponsor, please reach out to us!

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