http://onmilwaukee.com/rss/rss_drewolson.xml Milwaukee's Daily Magazine Drew Olson en-us Sat, 4 Jul 2009 16:00:37 CST http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://onmilwaukee.com/images/layout/omc_rssfeed_logo.gif http://onmilwaukee.com 204 67 Mark DiFelice's pitch to Jake Fox sure looked like a strike. Although the Brewers lost the game on the walk-off walk that resulted from it, they have to accept the fact that they squandered a boatload of scoring opportunities earlier in the game. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard070409.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard070409.html?19605 Sat, 4 Jul 2009 14:16:00 CST Nothing stops a crowd at Summerfest like a crowd at Summerfest. Thursday afternoon, a crowd gathered on the south end of the grounds to see the Sennheiser Sound Tour launch a national campaign. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/summerfest/articles/sennheisersoundtour.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/summerfest/articles/sennheisersoundtour.html?19604 Sat, 4 Jul 2009 08:16:00 CST Some of the musicians who perform at Summerfest kill time during the day by hitting area golf courses, checking out the Milwaukee Art Museum, jogging along the lakefront or sleeping. Los Lonely Boys went shoe shopping. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/summerfest/articles/loslonelyboysstacyadams.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/summerfest/articles/loslonelyboysstacyadams.html?19583 Thu, 2 Jul 2009 14:59:00 CST Brewers vice president Bob Quinn will put away his financial reports and pick up a guitar Thursday when he joins Hoi Polloi on stage at Summerfest. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/summerfest/articles/hoipolloifest.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/summerfest/articles/hoipolloifest.html?19550 Thu, 2 Jul 2009 05:32:00 CST Many of the fans Wednesday afternoon at the Lite Oasis were "camping out" to see headliner Jason Aldean. Pat McGee won them over with heartfelt, melodic songs and an easy wit. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/summerfest/articles/patmcgeesummerfest.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/summerfest/articles/patmcgeesummerfest.html?19577 Wed, 1 Jul 2009 19:56:00 CST Located near the Harley-Davidson Roadhouse, the Venice Club remains a popular destination for hungry Summerfest guests and there is one major reason: the fried eggplant. "We are the largest seller of eggplant in the world for 11 days," said Tom Balistreri, one of the operators. "We sell a ton of eggplant a day." Venice Club's product -- served French fry-style -- is hot, crispy and topped with lemon and cheese and is perfect for sharing. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/summerfest/articles/veniceclubsummerfest.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/summerfest/articles/veniceclubsummerfest.html?19563 Wed, 1 Jul 2009 15:56:00 CST After 25 years in business, the Wave's future is in doubt. Fox 6 reported last night that the Xtreme Soccer League is folding, leaving the team without a league. Word has it that longtime owner Charles Krause is going to end his financial support, too. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/xslfolds.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/xslfolds.html?19565 Wed, 1 Jul 2009 09:55:00 CST With the Big Gig in full swing, we thought it would be fun to send senior editor Drew Olson into another "shift switch" assignment -- this time as a bartender at Summerfest. After spending 25 years in front of the various bars on the grounds, Olson stepped into a beer stand near the rock stage and poured beers for thirsty patrons. He left with sore legs and hips, a little tip money in his pocket and a new appreciation for the people who pour. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/summerfest/articles/summerfestbartender.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/summerfest/articles/summerfestbartender.html?19553 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 16:03:00 CST Brewers pitching prospect Jeremy Jeffress, a first-round draft pick in 2006, was demoted from Class AA Huntsville to Class A Brevard County this season because he couldn't control his fastball. Unfortunately for Jeffress and the Brewers, his control problems don't end on the field. Jeffress, a first-round draft pick in 2006, will face a 100-game suspension for failing a second test for "a drug of abuse." http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/jeffresssuspended.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/jeffresssuspended.html?19536 Sat, 27 Jun 2009 10:41:00 CST Dropkick Murphys made their first Summerfest appearance Friday night and it's not a reach to say it won't be their last. The Boston-based Celtic punk outfit, which has developed a devoted local following with frequent visits and sweat-drenched shows in tiny clubs all the way up to the Eagles Ballroom, played an energetic 90-minute set before a jam-packed house at the Harley-Davidson Roadhouse. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/summerfest/articles/dropkickmurphys09.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/summerfest/articles/dropkickmurphys09.html?19534 Sat, 27 Jun 2009 00:44:00 CST Attention Twitter users. If you're going to be at the Marcus Amphitheater tonight and want to join our live coverage of Keith Urban / Counting Crows show, e-mail your Twitter username to twitterteam@staff.onmilwaukee.com. We'll add you to our lineup and you can share your thoughts along with our correspondents. Send your username by 5 p.m. in order to be eligible and enjoy the show. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/summerfest/articles/urbancrowstwitterteam.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/summerfest/articles/urbancrowstwitterteam.html?19527 Fri, 26 Jun 2009 10:22:00 CST Former Packers legend Paul Hornung (pictured) was among the attractions as Summerfest kicked off its 11-day run on Thursday at the Lakefront. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/summerfest/articles/summerfestday1blog.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/summerfest/articles/summerfestday1blog.html?19522 Thu, 25 Jun 2009 23:03:00 CST In case you missed the memo, Summerfest starts tomorrow. As president and CEO of Milwaukee World Festival, Inc., Don Smiley and his staff on Harbor Drive are responsible for the 11-day orgy of music, food and beer on Milwaukee's Lakefront that is billed as "The World's Largest Music Festival." We talked with Smiley last week about the economy, music lineup, security issues and the perks of being the Big Man at the Big Gig. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/summerfest/articles/smileytalks2009.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/summerfest/articles/smileytalks2009.html?19492 Wed, 24 Jun 2009 08:28:00 CST World Wrestling Entertainment "diva' Maria Kanellis is town for the "WWE SmackDown and ECW" event tonight at the Bradley Center. We caught up with Kanellis, a native of Ottawa, Ill., who posed for Playboy last year, in advance of the show. http://onmilwaukee.com/ent/articles/wwedivamaria.html http://onmilwaukee.com/ent/articles/wwedivamaria.html?19491 Tue, 23 Jun 2009 07:17:00 CST Candice Michelle, the Milwaukee-area native who gained fame during a five-year run as a pro wrestler for World Wrestling Entertainment, was released her from her contract with the organization late last week. http://onmilwaukee.com/ent/articles/candicemichellewwe.html http://onmilwaukee.com/ent/articles/candicemichellewwe.html?19475 Mon, 22 Jun 2009 15:35:00 CST For some Milwaukeeans, bashing the music lineup at Summerfest is as much a part of summer as beer, brats and Bob Uecker. With a minimum amount of effort, though, you can find acts that fit your tastes. The Dropkick Murphys and bass player Ken Casey (pictured) will bring incredible energy to their show June 26 at the Harley-Davidson Roadhouse and Elvis Costello will bring the Big Gig to a regal finish with a closing-night show at the Classic Rock Stage. http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/summerfest/articles/olsonfestpicks09.html http://onmilwaukee.com/seasonal/summerfest/articles/olsonfestpicks09.html?19460 Mon, 22 Jun 2009 08:22:00 CST What did you do for Father's Day. For the author, the answer was "Nothing." And, it was incredible. http://onmilwaukee.com/living/articles/quietfathersday09.html http://onmilwaukee.com/living/articles/quietfathersday09.html?19463 Sun, 21 Jun 2009 19:13:00 CST Policemen may have outnumbered civilians and T-shirt sales outpaced beer pitcher sales, but the event was a huge success. http://onmilwaukee.com/buzz/articles/tympdparty062009.html http://onmilwaukee.com/buzz/articles/tympdparty062009.html?19468 Sat, 20 Jun 2009 22:06:00 CST A few thoughts were unavoidable as the Brewers played the Tigers Friday night at Comerica park in Detroit. For starters, the Brewers need another starter. They'd need more bats to compete in the American League. But, they were shrewd to put a roof on Miller Park to avoid mind-numbing rain delays like the ones Friday. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard062009.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard062009.html?19454 Sat, 20 Jun 2009 14:08:00 CST The Von Bondies headline the Summer Soulstice Music Festival Saturday night on North Avenue. Here is a look at their visit with David Letterman. http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/twvod061909.html http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/twvod061909.html?19448 Fri, 19 Jun 2009 12:20:00 CST Former Packers quarterback Brett Favre was the first guest on "Joe Buck Live" Monday night on HBO and, in his first public comments in months, revealed that he did undergo arm surgery and if his rehab progresses to the point where he can throw like he did in the past, he will consider joining forces with Green Bay's biggest rival. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/favrejoebucklive.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/favrejoebucklive.html?19406 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 22:53:00 CST With all the graduation parties, weddings (congratulations, Jason and Paula) and the White Sox in town, we will keep things short and sweet this week. Reading time, less than 3 minutes. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard061309.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard061309.html?19393 Sat, 13 Jun 2009 10:57:00 CST In case you missed the endless news stories, commercials, on-air tests and informational "crawls" across the bottom of the screen over the past two years -- or were simply anesthetized by the onslaught -- Friday is the day that country switches to all-digital broadcast television. That means that older TVs, the kind with "rabbit ear" antennas or things on the roof of homes, will not work. http://onmilwaukee.com/ent/articles/digitaltv061109.html http://onmilwaukee.com/ent/articles/digitaltv061109.html?19375 Fri, 12 Jun 2009 05:26:00 CST OnMilwaukee.com sports columnist Dave Begel kicked up a controversy Tuesday when he wrote a column expressing his dislike -- perhaps "disgust" is a better word -- for a mixed-martial arts (MMA) event he saw on cable TV. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/begelmmainterview.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/begelmmainterview.html?19377 Thu, 11 Jun 2009 11:52:00 CST The produce and household cleaning aisles of many grocery stores are filled with organic products designed to attract discretionary dollars and the environmentally conscious shopper. But, has anyone thought about pet care products? Dave Rusch has. That's why he is marketing a product called FurBulous Dog, and he has a simple goal to become a "dog shampoo magnate." http://onmilwaukee.com/market/articles/furbulousdog.html http://onmilwaukee.com/market/articles/furbulousdog.html?19358 Wed, 10 Jun 2009 16:26:00 CST In their never-ending quest to add pitching depth, the Brewers selected Indiana University standout Eric Arnett in the first round. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/arnettbrewers.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/arnettbrewers.html?19356 Tue, 9 Jun 2009 21:16:00 CST 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. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/kooncetalks.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/kooncetalks.html?19347 Tue, 9 Jun 2009 16:24:00 CST It was a cool, damp weekend in Milwaukee -- perfect weather for going to see a movie. Disney's "Up" and "The Hangover" finished 1-2 in the box office battle. Here are trailers for both films. http://onmilwaukee.com/movies/articles/twvod060809.html http://onmilwaukee.com/movies/articles/twvod060809.html?19336 Mon, 8 Jun 2009 11:09:00 CST Fleetwood Mac, which brings its "Unleashed" tour to town for a show Monday night at the Bradley Center, topped the charts with a string of hits in an era before tabloid TV, gossip Web sites and "gotcha" journalism. In terms of creative tension and soap operas, though, the group was ahead of its time. The off-stage and outside-the-studio exploits still color the group's music and create sparks on stage. http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/fleetwoodmac060609.html http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/fleetwoodmac060609.html?19329 Sat, 6 Jun 2009 16:19:00 CST San Francisco lefty Randy "The Big Unit" Johnson became the 24th pitcher in baseball history to reach the 300 victory plateau this week in Washington. Johnson's outing evoked memories of Nolan Ryan's entry to club. That game, which took place July 31, 1990 at County Stadium, was a sellout and the Brewers marked the occasion by handing out souvenir certificates after the game. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard060609.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard060609.html?19330 Sat, 6 Jun 2009 14:14:00 CST When Erik Buell founded the sport bike company that bears his last name in 1983, many industry insiders -- not to mention many of Buell's close friends -- wondered if he could be successful in a business dominated by Japanese manufacturers. "People said I was crazy," Buell, a former privateer racer and bike designer, said in a recent phone interview from his office in East Troy. They aren't saying that now. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/amaroadamerica060509.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/amaroadamerica060509.html?19312 Fri, 5 Jun 2009 14:12:00 CST Have you heard of Chrisette Michele (pictured). She's got the No. 1 album in the country right now. http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/stateofmusicbiz060509.html http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/stateofmusicbiz060509.html?19320 Fri, 5 Jun 2009 10:47:00 CST Singer-songwriter John Vanderslice performs tonight at Turner Hall Ballroom. Here is a sample: http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/twvod060409.html http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/twvod060409.html?19309 Thu, 4 Jun 2009 16:18:00 CST Remember when the MTV Movie Awards used to be hip and fun and, well, relevant? They held them again last week and the only thing people are talking about is Sacha Baron Cohen's entrance as "Bruno." It was lot like Howard Stern's "Fartman" classic years ago, but "Bruno" landed on rapper Eminem, who stalked out in anger. Now, people are wondering if the whole thing was staged. http://onmilwaukee.com/ent/articles/twvod060309.html http://onmilwaukee.com/ent/articles/twvod060309.html?19295 Wed, 3 Jun 2009 10:41:00 CST Ever since he was a kid growing up near St. Louis, Mark Baden has loved talking about the weather -- so much so that he made it his profession. Baden, 38, is in his 12th year at WISN-TV (Channel 12), where he is chief meteorologist. OnMilwaukee.com caught up with Baden recently to talk about his career, his education, an upcoming charity golf event and, of course, the weather. http://onmilwaukee.com/buzz/articles/markbadentalks.html http://onmilwaukee.com/buzz/articles/markbadentalks.html?19274 Tue, 2 Jun 2009 11:22:00 CST Conan O'Brien takes over "The Tonight Show" tonight on NBC and we'll be watching as he takes over the 55-year-old franchise from Jay Leno, who followed legends like Jay Leno, Johnny Carson, Jack Paar and Steve Allen. http://onmilwaukee.com/ent/articles/conanliveblog060109.html http://onmilwaukee.com/ent/articles/conanliveblog060109.html?19288 Mon, 1 Jun 2009 22:16:00 CST After 17 years behind the desk on "The Tonight Show," Jay Leno signed off Friday night with a classy description of his "legacy" as the show's host. Check it out here and then join us at 10:30 tonight for a live blog about Conan O'Brien's first show as Jay's replacement. http://onmilwaukee.com/ent/articles/twvod060109.html http://onmilwaukee.com/ent/articles/twvod060109.html?19279 Mon, 1 Jun 2009 13:49:00 CST I've attended somewhere around 1,500 Brewers games since 1995, but I never get asked about them as often as when I sit next to my friend, Mark Simons, aka "The Doorman." http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/doorman050109.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/doorman050109.html?19277 Mon, 1 Jun 2009 09:10:00 CST Every time the Brewers play a day game at Miller Park, the hitters are always wary of what the shadows do to sightlines. Fans are wary of what it does to the temperature. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/millerparkchillysunday.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/millerparkchillysunday.html?19273 Sun, 31 May 2009 14:23:00 CST Tami Roufus visited Montreal last year and, like many tourists, she strolled into a small café for a snack and instantly fell in love. Unlike many tourists, it wasn't the French fries covered in gravy that won her affection. It was the smoothies. After a few delicious visits to a place called "Liquid Nutrition," Roufus got the idea to open a smoothie place in Milwaukee. http://onmilwaukee.com/market/articles/smoothielicious.html http://onmilwaukee.com/market/articles/smoothielicious.html?19266 Sat, 30 May 2009 14:11:00 CST While his teammates fanned out across local shopping malls, movie theaters, restaurants and leather Barcaloungers on their day off Thursday, Braden Looper was in Granite, Okla., where he attended the funeral for his 84-year-old grandfather, LaVerne Looper. "Essentially, he was my father, he was the guy who got me started in baseball," said Looper, who left the park with a victory, a game ball and a special memory. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard053009.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard053009.html?19267 Sat, 30 May 2009 06:18:00 CST The lads from "Spinal Tap" invade the Riverside Theater Sunday night for the "Unwigged and Unplugged" tour. Here is a look at a classic Nigel Tufnel scene to get you warmed up for the show: http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/twvod052909.html http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/twvod052909.html?19265 Fri, 29 May 2009 15:49:00 CST Indianapolis 500 winner Helio Castroneves, Wisconsin native Danica Patrick and 2008 champ Ryan Briscoe are among the star attractions at the ABC Supply / A.J. Foyt 225, which highlights a weekend of IndyCar racing at the Milwaukee Mile. Sunday's race is marked by heavy traffic and tight turns on the 1-mile oval that is a favorite among drivers. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/abcsupply09.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/abcsupply09.html?19251 Fri, 29 May 2009 05:23:00 CST Marquette University golf standout and recent graduate Mike Van Sickle was named 2009 recipient of the Byron Nelson Award Thursday at the NCAA Division I men's golf championship. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/vansicklenelson.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/vansicklenelson.html?19248 Thu, 28 May 2009 20:00:00 CST Two weeks ago, Senior Editor Drew Olson worked a shift as a server at the George Webb restaurant located in the heart of Wauwatosa at 7410 W. State St. The assignment was part of our new "Shift Switch" series at OnMilwaukee.com. Basically, our writers are fanning out at various locations around town to work at different places and write about the experiences. http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/shiftswitchgeorgewebb.html http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/shiftswitchgeorgewebb.html?19236 Thu, 28 May 2009 16:11:00 CST Country music's George Strait, who headlines the Marcus Amphitheater June 29 at Summerfest, will be feted on an all-star concert tonight on CBS. Strait, who has produced 57 No. 1 singles on the country charts, has been named Artist of the Decade by the Academy of Country Music. http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/twvod052709.html http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/twvod052709.html?19227 Wed, 27 May 2009 11:43:00 CST Brewers second baseman Rickie Weeks went on the disabled list May 19 with a season-ending wrist injury. In eight games since that transaction, the team has scored 22 runs and posted a 3-5 record. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewblog052709.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewblog052709.html?19228 Wed, 27 May 2009 10:49:00 CST When President Obama announced his plans to nominate Sonia Sotomayor, a federal appeals judge in New York, to the Supreme Court, the political press and blogosphere shifted into overdrive and the talking points, counterpoints, spin and bluster came flooding from virtually every direction. Frankly, it was enough to make you reach for the aspirin -- if not a bottle of the hard stuff (Tylenol, of course). http://onmilwaukee.com/politics/articles/supremecourtsotomayor.html http://onmilwaukee.com/politics/articles/supremecourtsotomayor.html?19225 Wed, 27 May 2009 05:24:00 CST This is a pretty funny clip from a year ago that just never gets old ... http://onmilwaukee.com/market/articles/twvod052609.html http://onmilwaukee.com/market/articles/twvod052609.html?19223 Tue, 26 May 2009 15:55:00 CST You've probably seen 10 replays of Bill Hall's game-winning single, which lifted the Brewers to a thrilling 1-0 victory over St. Louis Monday afternoon at Miller Park. What you didn't see was the usual mosh-pit / beatdown for Hall or Casey McGehee, who scored the winning run. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewerscelebration052609.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/brewerscelebration052609.html?19214 Tue, 26 May 2009 09:33:00 CST