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Tarl Knight & Kylie LaCombe stopped by to talk about the fifth annual All Bands on Deck that is happening in Green Bay on Friday-Saturday, September 12-13, 2025! Green Bay's biggest music festival will feature live, local bands in the Shipyard District along South Broadway and the Fox River! Visit 100+ performances by live, local bands at a dozen bars, restaurants, and food trucks througho...

Me Like Bees is an indie rock band from Joplin, Missouri. Since forming in 2009, the band has released multiple singles, EPs and albums. They created a huge buzz during their first performance at Mile of Music and continue to call Appleton their second hive. The band is currently on a headlining tour in support of their latest single "Shush". Luke and Jake from the band stopped by Code Z...

An interview with Terrence Banks, the artist known as Soultru, covers his musical journey, personal life, and experiences in the Quad Cities music scene. He discusses his style, which he describes as "acoustic soul" with "hip hop elements," and how he was influenced by his upbringing, including listening to rock music against his mother's wishes and being exposed to his fam...

Canadian rocker Terra Lightfoot joins us for an in-depth, hilarious, and heartfelt conversation ahead of her performances at Mile of Music in Appleton, WI. Joined by bandmates Eli Abrams (bass) and Rob Bradford (drums), the trio shares wild road stories—including literal onstage fires—gear mishaps, and band tattoos, all while reflecting on their musical journey and tight-knit bond. Terra talks abo...

Join us for an in-depth conversation with Steve and Kurt of the legendary band, Twistin' Egyptians! They're joined remotely by their drummer, Brad, all the way from California. In this interview, they take us back to the 1980s music scene, discussing:- The band's origins: How Twistin' Egyptians formed in early 1984, starting out as an original band.- Their discography: Insights int...

Code Zero Radio's Fox Cities Core! Broadcasting live from Appleton, Wisconsin , this episode features two forces in the local arts scene: comedian Kristin Lytie and musician Holly Trasti of Holly & the Nice Lions! In this packed episode, Kristin Lytie dives into her role organizing the comedy portion of the GBUFO Invasion Fest 2025 , discussing the unique challenge of bringing stand-up com...

Join us live from our studio in Appleton, Wisconsin, as we dive deep with Seasaw, the fantastic indie-rock duo from Madison! Meg and Eve of Seasaw chat about their latest album, "Projecting," and share the challenges of having similar names and mannerisms! They also talk about their recent visit to Appleton's Bowl91 – and yes, it was delicious! In this interview, you'll discover:...

Join us for a candid conversation with Tony from Pudge as he dives deep into the band's journey, the evolution of their sound, and his unique philosophy on what makes a live performance truly exciting. In this interview, Tony opens up about:The Imposter Syndrome: How Pudge felt like outsiders and battled self-doubt in their early days, realizing only years later that authenticity (and longevit...

Broadcasting live from our studio in Appleton, Wisconsin, we sit down with the Fox Cities treasure Frank Anderson—filmmaker, musician, and historian—for a fun conversation on Fox Cities Core! Frank shares his unique perspectives on music, life, and the arts scene, featuring:A Special Guest: Frank's son's dog, who makes a special appearance and offers a humorous glimpse into the challenges...

Join us on Fox Cities Core for an inspiring conversation with Appleton musician Isiah Driessen! He shares his unconventional journey into music, starting at 27 to avoid the "27 club," and how taking vocal lessons sparked a passion that led to a full-blown career. In this interview, Isaiah dives deep into:His Musical Evolution: From early saxophone and guitar dabbles, through his folk duo...

Crazy Todd with Charlie and Collin from Modern Haunting

We've got a fantastic double-header today on Fox Cities Core as we're joined by two talented Fox Cities musicians, Brad Bordini and Michael Grabner! Broadcasting live from Appleton, they share hilarious tales from recent scorching hot gigs and dive into their exciting new projects. In this interview, you'll hear about:Playing in the Heat: Their experiences performing in 90+ degree weat...

Kurt Gunn and Marc Golde

Join us for this compelling interview with Green Bay-based musician Erin Bernhardt, recorded live during Andy's epic 24-hour broadcast marathon on Fox Cities Core! Erin shares her unique journey, starting with learning guitar just three years ago (despite a tricky first instrument!). She dives into:Her DIY Music Journey: How she went from early lessons to self-taught progress, even recording h...

Watch this special episode of Fox Cities Core, recorded live during Andy's epic 24-hour broadcast marathon! We talked with the one and only Walt Hamburger for an engaging conversation about his music and career. Adding even more insight to the discussion, Walt brought along Eric Hurm from Fox Cities Live! Eric shared some fantastic perspectives on Walt's journey and gave us a deeper look into Fox...

The Independent Variable is a rock band based out of Green Bay, WI. Their latest album is called 3:15. The band consists of Fred Matthew on Vocals and Guitar, Johanna on Bass, Dan Squires on Vocals and Drums. During the interview the band talked about what drew them together, how they decided to form a band, writing music, and the recording of their debut album 3:15. They also let us know what the...

The Senie Hunt Trio is a musical group fronted by Senie Hunt, a self-taught singer-songwriter and percussive guitarist who was adopted from Sierra Leone. His music is heavily influenced by his inherent passion for West African rhythms and percussion, which he initially explored through djembe drumming to process early childhood traumas from Sierra Leone's Diamond wars. Senie's unique guita...

Colin Crowley of PBS Wisconsin joined us for an in-depth interview where he discussed the long awaited "Mile of Music Film"! We got into the creative process, the stories behind the camera, what it was like to direct such a project and what made this cinematic journey a must-watch for Mile of Music veterans and and newcomers alike. We also got into some of the other musical projects that...

The French Irish Coalition are a Punk/Rock Blues duo from Green Bay, WI.They've got a brand new single, 'The Warlock,' dropping on June 15th, and a new EP release show happening on June 20th at The Tarlton Theatre in Green Bay for their new EP "What a Time to Die".thefrenchirishcoalition.comSubscribe!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcvkZLJoveb8UNdXMLSZAXA?sub_confirmation=1F...

Ephraim Wood is a singer-songwriter from Appleton, Wisconsin. His work is influenced by artists like Elliott Smith and Jeff Buckley. He’s got a new single coming out on June 5th titled “Million Days”. During the interview we covered name rebranding, his past singles and album, Mile of Music, working with Steve McCabe and Marc Golde and so much more! Subscribe!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcvkZ...

Kamikaze Relief Fund is a hardcore punk band from Oshkosh, Wisconsin, known for their intense, fast-paced sound and raw, DIY energy. Their music blends elements of grindcore, thrash, and punk, delivering short, explosive tracks with a rebellious edge. In March 2025, they released a live album titled Live at The Regal Beagle, recorded during a performance in Ypsilanti, Michigan. The album features...

Emerging from Green Bay, Wisconsin, The Smart Shoppers are carving out a unique niche in the independent music scene with their self-proclaimed "Dorkwave" sound. Blending elements of raw punk energy, catchy new wave hooks, and a distinctly DIY ethos, the band has garnered attention for their short, sharp, and often humorously irreverent tracks. With two full-length albums, "Leftover...

Collin Catalano and Charlie DeVillers of Superfriend Productions and Modern Haunting joined us for another fun interview. The pair talked about Weezfest 3.5 happening at the GBUFO Record Shop in Green Bay on May 21st. They also talked about some other exciting music news that they have brewing. Weezfest 3.5 Event Details:facebook.com/events/3032173066935517Code Zero Radio is an independent streami...

Texas Clocktower Orchestra (TCO) formed in 1996 and put out a string of releases while playing around Wisconsin. The band disbanded with the exception of occasional one-offs. TCO is getting together for a few shows this month for what could be the bands last hurah. Don't miss your chance to catch them in Green Bay, Appleton and Neenah. Frontman Brad Rasmussen joined Fox Cities Core to talk abo...

Levi Besaw and Collin Catalano stopped by to talk about the 3rd Annual You’re Good Festival! This family-friendly event is being held at River Forest Campground with a weekend of folk, Americana, indie, and rock music. Tube, raft, and kayak the stunning Wolf River by day, then dance under the stars by night. Don't miss your chance to make memories with family and friends during this ultimate M...