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FRI · MAY 22 · 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Radio Radio Returns

ft. Radio Radio

The Cooperage
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Radio Radio revives 80s new wave at The Cooperage, capturing the era's essence.

Part I

The details

About this event

Step into a time machine and relive the vibrant sounds of the new wave era with Radio Radio at The Cooperage. This Milwaukee band is known for their authentic renditions of hits from Bowie, The Cure, and more, capturing the spirit of the 80s like no other. Whether you're a long-time fan or a newcomer to the genre, this performance promises to deliver a nostalgic yet fresh experience.

The Cooperage, with its intimate setting, is the perfect venue for this musical journey. Expect a diverse crowd, from those who lived through the era to younger fans discovering these tunes anew. Arrive early to secure a prime spot and immerse yourself in a night of unforgettable music.

From the organizer

From Bowie to Berlin, Nick Lowe to New Order, The Cars to The Cure to The Clash, a Flock of Seagulls, with a flock of b-sides and one-hit-new-wave wonders. Straight from a vinyl and cassette collection of the new wave era, 1977 through the mid 80’s. Radio Radio is a band of Milwaukee pop musical stalwarts playing the new wave songs you havent heard live in decades, and in a way that makes you feel you are seeing and hearing the real thing live for the first time. This unique and specific genre draws fans from an amazingly wide range, from twenty-somethings discovering new wave for the first time (thanks to video games, commercials and movies) to forty and fifty-somethings with old cassette collections filled with new wave.

Getting in

  • Tickets

    Tickets available online

  • Registration required — must sign up

Pro tips

  • Driving / parking

    Parking can be tricky around 822 S Water St. There's a small lot nearby, but it fills up quickly. Try street parking on S 1st St, just a short walk away.

  • First-timers

    The venue has a cozy vibe, so arrive 15 minutes early to grab a good spot near the stage for the best experience.

What's It Actually Like?

Energy3/5
ZenMosh Pit
Nostalgic
Indie Music

Music

PopRockIndie
Loud

Who'll Be There

Expect a mixed crowd of 20-somethings experiencing new wave for the first time, alongside 40- and 50-somethings who have a personal connection to the music. This creates a diverse audience united by a shared love for the genre.

How the Room Feels

Loud musicStanding room

What You'll Leave With

A memory

Who It's For

Social style:
Group of 6+
Energy needed:
Sit back and receive

Part II · The feel

How it feels

The details organizers don't always put in the description — pulled from the room, the crowd, and what people remember afterward.

The room

Loud. Conversation between songs only — plan around that.

Loud musicStanding room

The crowd

Shines with 6+. Bring the crew.

You'll leave with

A memory

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