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Kurt Gunn is a singer/songwriter based out o f Wisconsin.  He’s been a part of the music scene for over two decades.  He plays in multiple projects including Kurt Gunn & the Poor Town Proper, The Kurt Gunn Band and Girl & the Gunn.  His latest solo album is called “Winter”.    KurtGunn.com   You can listen in via WCZR Code Zero Radio (live. CodeZeroRadio.com)...

Dave Jackson has been a part of the Fox Cities music scene since the late 90's.   He's an accomplished photographer and owner of Jackson & Co located in Appleton, WI.  Dave has designed numerous album covers as well as music videos.   In this interview Dave tells us how he got into photography and takes us through some of the projects he's worked on.   davidejackson.co...

A professional musician since age 12, Jackson Mankowski grew a love for music while watching his Dad perform around various bars and venues in the area. Jackson's journey ended up taking him out West and back. He recently released a live version of "Giving In" that was recorded at The Heist in Ripon, WI. https://linktr.ee/jacksonmankowski

Madison based  musician Jay Moran has been a part of the Wisconsin music scene for decades.   He has written and performed in many projects over that time, including Emmettsville, The Know it All Boyfriends, The O'Bros and Steely Dane just to name a few.   In 2022, Jay released an album called "Funnel Head" under the name Emmett Jaymes.  He just released a new single...

The French Irish Coalition is a Green Bay based guitar and drum duo with a punk blues rock sound.  Their latest EP is called “Ten of Swords”. Julian and Travis joined us for a live interview on 12/3/22. You can find out more about The French Irish Coalition at: thefrenchirishcoalition.com Want to help support the channel? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/FoxCitiesCore

Jon and Zach from Ifdakar were joined by Mark Mader (Director of Sales and Entertainment at Appleton Beer Factory) for a discussion on next weeks Holiday Jam.  Also talked about how the music landscape has evolved in Appleton.   You can find out more about Ifdakar here: ifdakar.com   Appleton Beer Factory: appletonbeerfactory.com   Want to help support the channel? https://www....

Cousin Arthur is a singer and piano rocker based in Appleton, WI. His debut album was released earlier this year under the Boy Howdy Productions record label.  The album is called “Gut Feeling”.    Find out more about Cousin Arthur at this link: cousinarthur.bandcamp.com   Please Subscribe!   Find out more about Code Zero Radio at: live. CodeZeroRadio.com

Influenced by John Prine and Neil Young, Appleton native Michael Grabner is a singer/ songwriter who possesses a unique sound rooted in the traditions of country, folk, and rock and roll. Michael's sound would be best described as americana or alt country.  His latest single is called "Hello, Oblivion".   It's available on most streaming platforms. If you haven't already, please sub...

Freddie Haas has been involved in the Fox Cities Music scene for quite some time. He sings and plays guitar in the gentle Psych/hard Folk band Redhawks.   During this interview we cover how he first got into music all the way to what is next for Redhawks.

Rev Norb has been a part of the music scene for four decades.  Early on he played in bands like The Rat Eaters and Urban Mutilation.  In the early 90's he formed legendary punk band Boris the Sprinkler.  Today he plays bass in a band called The Smart Shoppers.    You can find out more about Norb's projects at the links below: boristhesprinkler.com thesmartshoppers.bandcamp...

Guitarist and multi-instrumentalist Cody James' warm, fuzzy blanket of pop and rock is supported by satin sheets of jazz and blues and topped with Midwestern-tinged pillows. Playing and arranging every instrument, Cody lays in a tasty bed of insightful songwriting that searches for the new and unexpected.  His new single, Everything in Me, is being released at the end of the month. officialco...

Had a great time this morning interviewing Amos Pitsch on WCZR - Code Zero Radio's Fox Cities Core.   Amos plays in Tenement, Dusk and Car City just to name a few.  He just re-released his solo album, Acid Rain, on vinyl.  You can purchase a copy here: crutchofmemory.bandcamp.com/album/acid-rain You can watch the full interview on the Fox Cities Core youtube channel link below:...

You might have seen Texas Butter Todd Balke on stage with a number of acts including Walt Hamburger.   He is a member of the blues driven rock band North Wind and the Sun as well as the blues folk rock band Actual Siblings.   If you haven't already, please subscribe to Fox Cities Core on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcvk... You can find out more information about upcomi...

Formed back in 1998, Rictus Grin have compiled a large catalogue of  thrash and metal songs.   Along the way they’ve toured Internationally in Romania and Iceland as well as across the United States.  They’ve Performed at Summerfest multiple times and have opened for many big name bands.  Their song ‘Severed Head’ was used  as an entrance song for  WWE NXT Supers...

Trash Pandas is an original rock and roll band from Green Bay/Fox Cities. Trash Pandas write music with a mixture of different genre influences such as pop/punk, alternative, hard rock, and blues rock. They have a self titled album available and are planning on releasing a new album soon.  This intervie was recorded live on July 16, 2022. facebook.com/trashpandasrock If you haven't already, p...

Fox Cities Rock band Doozey returns to Fox Cities Core to premiere a new song and video!  We'll also catch up on what they have been up to since their last appearance on the show. www.facebook.com/doozeymusic

Unity is a multi award-winning original roots reggae group based in Wisconsin. Their intense touring schedule of varied venues around the Midwest, East Coast, West Coast and Hawaii has honed an interactive outdoor stage show with positive party vibes and the knack for drawing club crowds into the groove.  Frontman, Pita, joined us for the hour.  We covered lots of topics including mentor...

Smoke Free Home is a Post Punk Trio from the Oshkosh, WI area.  The band has been turning heads with their latest release, Nervous Strut.  During this interview we talked about their unique setup of having vocals/bass/drums.  Will they eventually add guitar?  Where did the band name come from?  What's up ahead for the band?  Watch to find out. You can find out more ab...

Chestnut Grove formed over a decade ago in Perkiomenville, PA.  Their latest album titled "The Album" was released last year.  You can catch the band tomorrow night at The Appleton Beer Factory in Appleton, WI! You can be a part of the show by calling in with your questions!  The phone number to call is 920-358-0795 If you haven't already, please subscribe to Fox Cities Core on yout...

John Gilmour has been a part of the music scene since the 60's.  He released multiple albums as part of The Gilmour Bros. band and also ran a music shop on College Ave. John reflects on his time in the music business... both with as a part of The Gilmour Bros. band and as owner of the popular Gilmour Brothers Music Shop in Appleton, WI. This episode is co-hosted by John's son, Ian. If you hav...

Adamah is a new project based out of Appleton, WI that is made up of members from past bands The Wildbirds, Vindicated and Number One Fan. You might have seen them recently opening shows for "My One in Only" and "Tae & the Neighborly". "My Town" is the name of their latest single.

Over the years, Ian Thomson has been working to change the landscape of the Fox Cities Music Scene.  Ian's work behind the scenes have put the pieces in place to bring many different musicians to the area.  He is the Festival Director for Intercoastal Musicways and a Talent Buyer for Mile of Music.  Ian joins us from 9-10am CST. You can find out more information about upcoming shows...

The Electric City Experience is what many consider to be the kickoff to the Summer music festival season.   Electric City started off as a one day event and over the years expanded to include carnival rides and much more.  The festival will be taking place in Kaukauna June 8-11.  Our guest on the show today is the Communications Manager for the Electric City Experience, Jim Col...

We've got a special show lined up for you with three different Wisconsin entertainers!  This show aired live on April 23, 2022: - Kristoffer Olson: Kristoffer is a stand-up comedian with almost a decade of experience. He'll be performing at the Meyer Theater in Green Bay with Dave Landau from "Louder with Crowder" on April 30th. Kristoffer also hosts the "You Don't Say" podcast which currentl...

Wisconsin-based Hard Piano Rock duo, Sit Kitty Sit, formed in 2010.  They've been described as The Dresden Dolls mixed with PJ Harvey and a dash of Muse. If you haven't already, please subscribe to Fox Cities Core on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcvkZLJoveb8UNdXMLSZAXA/videos You can find out more information about upcoming shows by liking Code Zero Radio on Facebook and checking...