Milwaukee's Daily Magazine Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009
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Showing results for Swell Season thrives not just "Once" but twice


1. Rascal Flatts, Darius Rucker book Bradley Center show
Published: Dec. 4, 2009 - 08:00 a.m. - The "American Living Unstoppable" Tour comes to Milwaukee on Feb. 26, 2010 as Rascal Flatts and special guest Darius Rucker play the Bradley Center
2. Milwaukee musicians lend support for childhood cancer
Published: Nov. 22, 2009 - 12:04 p.m. - In January, the Milwaukee music scene joins together to raise awareness and funds for childhood cancer at The Pablove Benefit Concert. Including sets from Fever Marlene, The Gufs, The Lackloves, Maritime, Mike Benign, Old Man Malcom, Pet Engine, and Truth in Fiction, the show pays homage to Milwaukee native Jeff Castelaz and the fight his son Pablo waged against cancer.
3. The return of Garth Brooks
Published: Oct. 15, 2009 - 11:15 a.m. - Garth Brooks, the biggest-selling solo performer of all time, is finally coming out of retirement.
4. Video of the Day: Baby boogies to Beyonce
Published: Sept. 29, 2009 - 4:14 p.m. - If a picture is worth a thousand words, this video of a dancing baby is worth a million You Tube views and just as many belly laughs.
5. Where to see Michael Jackson's "This is It"
Published: Sept. 27, 2009 - 8:39 p.m. - Most of the Milwaukee-area Marcus Movie Theatres will screen the upcoming movie, Michael Jackson's "This is It." Tickets are on sale now for the concert film that opens October 27.
6. Cranberries bringing reunion tour to Riverside Theater
Published: Sept. 22, 2009 - 07:00 a.m. - They're back. The Cranberries have reunited after seven years apart. Dolores O'Riordan and the Cranberries are coming to Milwaukee November 27 for an evening of classics as well as new material from the lead singer's solo efforts.
7. More free German Fest tickets
Published: July 24, 2009 - 10:21 a.m. - I'm giving away four more sets of free German Fest tickets to lucky readers.
8. Point your compass west for lakeside relaxation
Published: June 26, 2009 - 11:47 a.m. - Intricately bound by a maze of interconnected lakes, you'll find time does indeed slow down as you mingle friendly locals, wander sprawling county and state parks and greet plenty of time honored traditions.
9. Task force seeks to update liquor license process
Published: June 19, 2009 - 4:28 p.m. - A special task force, chaired by former state Supreme Court Justice Louis Butler, would like to see the Common Council modernize the mechanism for hearing license requests in order to keep politicians from tampering with the process and alleviate the appearance of "aldermanic privilege."
10. Milwaukee Talks: UW-Milwaukee's George Koonce
Published: June 9, 2009 - 4:24 p.m. - As a linebacker for the powerful Packers teams of the 1990s, George Koonce became a fan favorite with his blue-collar approach to the game. Now, he's going to apply that same work ethic and dedication to his new position and hopes to win fans more along the way. Koonce, 40, was hired as the athletic director at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, where he replaces Bud Haidet.
11. River Rhythms will enforce no carry-in policy
Published: June 9, 2009 - 3:56 p.m. - The Westown Association opens its new season of River Rhythms tomorrow night at Pere Marquette Park. And, like Jazz in the Park, organizers are telling you to keep your beverages at home.
12. Ray (LaMontagne) of light
Published: April 22, 2009 - 10:30 a.m. - Last night at the Riverside, LaMontagne took us through a rollercoaster of emotions with a set list that combined newer songs with old favorites.
13. OnMilwaukee.com Recommends: April 16, 2009
Published: April 16, 2009 - 11:03 a.m. - Forget about April showers. Forget about the annual "Day After Tax Day Depression." We've got some great recommendations this week, including a trip to Good Harvest Market (pictured), a great TV show that's back from a long hiatus, a couple of classic CD sets by famous crooners (Tony Bennett and Frank Sinatra), a really cool swap site, a couple of sports TV options and a great piece of exercise equipment.
14. '09 River Rhythms lineup announced
Published: April 15, 2009 - 3:39 p.m. - You want your first official sign that summer is well on its way? We've got outdoor concert announcements.
15. Willy Porter books May 1 Pabst Theater date
Published: Feb. 10, 2009 - 5:11 p.m. - Nearing completion of his seventh album, "How to Rob a Bank," Willy Porter returns to The Pabst Theater on May 1 at 8 p.m.
16. How to stay interested if the Super Bowl stinks
Published: Jan. 30, 2009 - 4:24 p.m. - Millions of Americans will watch the Super Bowl Sunday and millions and millions of dollars will be wagered. For those who care, Pittsburgh is favored to beat Arizona by a touchdown. For those who don't, there are plenty of other bets to keep things interesting. Here is a sample.
17. Polka tradition lives on at Concertina Beer Hall
Published: Jan. 18, 2009 - 2:41 p.m. - A year ago, Andy Kochanski fulfilled his dream of owning a bar. But his isn't just any bar; it's the last of a breed, a one-of-a-kind place where people young and old can kick up their heels to an old-fashioned polka. Kochanski's Concertina Beer Hall is a heaven for squeeze-box enthusiasts, but he's also opening the stage to different genres.
18. The last (best?) speeches of the presidential race
Published: Nov. 5, 2008 - 12:43 p.m. - One of the longer, tougher and more heated presidential campaigns ended last night with two memorable speeches. Our "Video of the Day" offers a look at Barack Obama's acceptance speech in Chicago and John McCain's concession speech in Arizona.
19. "Dog Day Afternoon" barks canine fun
Published: Oct. 9, 2008 - 1:28 p.m. - Created by Bill Rouleau and Dan Duchaine of Bay View's Rush-Mor Records, "Dog Day Afternoon" brings together dogs and dog owners from all over the city for a day of canine fun and resident relaxation.
20. Concert industry reaches critical crossroads
Published: July 24, 2008 - 05:35 a.m. - With thousands of fans shelling out $200 or more to see The Police and Elvis Costello Friday night at Marcus Amphitheater, the question is natural: when will the bottom drop out of the concert industry?
21. Slam-dunk for The Swell Season
Published: May 9, 2008 - 10:31 a.m. - Prior to last night's sold-out performance at The Riverside, I expected to see The Swell Season play songs from the film "Once" and be done with it.
22. Symphony, Gufs team for summer concerts
Published: May 7, 2008 - 2:28 p.m. - The Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra and Milwaukee alt-rockers, The Gufs, team up this summer.
23. Metcalf's DVD screening room: March 29, 2008
Published: March 29, 2008 - 05:30 a.m. - This week, actor Mark Metcalf gives us his thoughts about "Ace in the Hole," "Once" and "Hoax," with some special comments reserved for both Kirk Douglas and Richard Gere.
24. Metcalf's DVD Screening Room: March 22, 2008
Published: March 22, 2008 - 05:40 a.m. - In this installment, the Maestro looks at two rough films -- "Once Were Warriors" and "Snatch" -- and the more lighthearted "Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium."
25. “Once:” Cheesy or captivating cinema?
Published: March 19, 2008 - 5:59 p.m. - I quickly realized not everyone enjoyed "Once" as much as I did. One friend said she found it cheesy, another said she left the theater halfway through the film.
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