Let's make the playlist poppin' | Submit your music for a chance to be played on the radio!

Do you create radio worthy music? Let’s put it to the test!

CopyWrite is hosting a special session of Sound Judgment, with our friends at Hyfin radio, curated from music submissions sent to the /CW Fam.

At Sound Judgment attendees, listen to the songs we think are radio worthy and cast their votes to get them played on-air! That means getting your music into rotation!

Want in? Send your radio cuts over to copywrite.connect@gmail.com Attn: Sound Judgment Submission. [Spotify links preferred]

We will be accepting submissions until 10/27/22 at 10:00am

Click HERE for our general submission guidelines.

Now. . . Let’s make the playlist poppin’.

It's time to pay Homage! CopyWrite Magazine Issue 20: Homage | Official Drop 10-18-22

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Your official count down starts now!

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Carvd n Stone | 2022 Scholarship Fund

*info provided by Carvd N Stone

Positive media company Carvd N Stone (CNS) has opened the applications to the CNS 2022 Scholarship Fund. The CNS 2022 Fund will award three $3,000 scholarships and laptops to Wisconsin creatives and students. Applications opened on September 1, 2022 at 9 a.m. CST and will close on September 30, 2022 at 11:59 p.m. CST.

This year’s fund is presented by American Family Insurance with supporting sponsorship from Milwaukee Urban League, Sugar Maple, Chloe Mayer, and Milwaukee Bucks. The CNS 2022 Fund will award two Creative Scholarships and one MPS Scholarship. The scholarship money can be used for, but not limited to, higher education, buying supplies for business, food, rent, etc.

This scholarship is NOT just for students.

The Creative Scholarship will be awarded to two Wisconsin creatives. The creatives must reside in Wisconsin; be between the ages of 17-28 years old; submit at least three samples of work; provide a reason for applying; and a budget of what the scholarship money will be used for. At least one of the creative scholarships will be awarded to a Milwaukee creative. The MPS Student Scholarship will be awarded to one Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) graduating high school senior that plans on heading to college. The student must attend a MPS High School; reside in Milwaukee; submit two letters of recommendation, be planning to attend college; and submit a two-page essay about who they are as a person and what they plan on using the scholarship money for.

This is the fourth annual year of the CNS Scholarship Fund. Since 2019, CNS has awarded $13,500 in scholarships.

To apply for the CNS 2022 Scholarship Fund visit https://bit.ly/CNS2022Fund.

CopyWrite Magazine + Jazale's Art Studio | Back To School Block Party 2022 [Recap Video]

CopyWrite Magazine "IN THE LOCAL" | Getting Geeky w/ Geekset Podcast

CopyWrite is “Getting Geeky”!

Our new homies at Geekset Podcast, Deuces, Bacardi, & Didge joined us at /CW HQ to talk about #AllThingsGeeky. 

Check out what we learned about their up and coming project The Black Geek Documentary,  “Blerd” culture, and how even when you're publicly a Stefan, there are things that still make you Urkel.

Interview w/ Lexi S. Brunson, resident Geek & Editor-in-Chief of /CW

Learn more at https://www.geeksetpodcast.com/

#SupportTheLocal - Fashion Fest MKE x CopyWrite Magazine

A word from our partners:

The mission of Fashion Fest MKE is to provide an outlet for Wisconsin designers and artists, to give them a platform to showcase their artistic vision and creativity.

We strive to expose the community to the talent that lies within Milwaukee and surrounding cities, and elevate and strengthen the fashion presence that the city has.

From fashion and art students to established Midwest designers, we will promote the creations and work of a diverse group of individuals.

- Francisca Rodriguez

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As we continue to support the local we will now be vocal in our partnerships to further connections in our community and to bring light to the real bonds that have elevated the Urban creative scene in MKE. We #SupportTheLocal!

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Music On The Beerline - A /CW Pre-Coverage interview w/ DJ Bizzon & Twan Mack

We Outside! 

[The “improper” syntax is intentional but if you read it right you know exactly what it means.]

The idea of leaving our homes to explore anything social, festive, or communal over the last few years has become risky, anxiety filled, and often polarizing. However, summers in Milwaukee are magical. One might even call them cathartic. Thus, it creates the same atmospheric presence as a well curated sound track, playlist, or mixtape. . . Summers here are just a vibe. 

So what if we told you that you could experience that vibe live? Well, with Music on the Beerline returning for a three event summer series you absolutely can.

On July 15, August 19, and September 16 Riverworks Development Corporation will host a free outdoor performance on the Beerline Plaza performance stage [3350 N. Holton St.] from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. Just like the past three years, this 4th year of annual festivities will include food trucks, local vendors, and activities for the entire family to enjoy. The twist is that this year's multiple date series will allow for a diverse line-up of local musicians to perform providing a variety of music genres for all audiences, generations, and vibes.

Because CopyWrite loves music and community so much we are bringing you pre-covarge right before each event to get you “Outside” and in the mix starting with exclusive interviews from July 15th acts, DJ Bizzon & Twan Mack.

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It is clear that both DJ Bizzon and Twan Mack are excited to be a part of the Music on the Beerline series. Though both of them are seasoned performers who have a prolific roster of appearances, showcases, and sets [Bizzon just days ago spinning at Summerfest, one of the largest music festivals in the largest music festivals in the world and Twan just coming back from a European tour opening up for 2 time Grammy winners Arrested Development], being apart of this community event still feels major.

When asked about accepting the invitation to perform at Music on the Beerline this year they both gave personal stories of how the event resonated with them.  

DJ Bizzon had previously performed in this space and the opportunity to vibe out in an outdoor setting where noise is not a concern and everybody can hang out in a real inclusive way feels more free. [If you have ever been to a DJ Bizzon set, you know that he is bringing the Yams no matter what the location may be]. Twan Mack emphasized that though he considers himself a product 53206, a segment of his childhood was spent in Riverwest, one of the neighborhoods that the Beerline borders. 

Twan Mack: “It’s the most diverse part of the city in my eyes. So when I got the call to be a part of this I could not turn it down.”

He also mentioned how much he values the work that Riverworks Development Corporation does in the community, and supporting local creative talent is just an extension of that. 

As intentional as the selection of performers are for this series, it comes with noting a need for inclusive happenings that allows for all people to be invested and welcomed. The narrative given for the Music on the Beerline is clear:

“Make real community connections through the collective love of music”.

Across Milwaukee’s Downtown area, the nicheness of Bay View, and Eastside [proper] there are things to do and music happenings but the need for those spaces don’t stop there. They are more like precedent to do more in places that get it the least. 

DJ Bizzon: “So much is happening in these other places. Having a space where all these communities connect is obvious.”

Twan Mack: “It really incompases everything I am about as a performer. My music doesn't have a color on it. Even though it’s coming from a Black man's standpoint, it's really for anybody. I tailor my shows so it can be child friendly as well.”

Merging socio-demographics authentically is something that creativity, especially music does well. This theme also allows for performers to actively address diversity through their sets. Where you can expect a mixture of family friendly vibes from both Bizzon and Twan, they will also be bringing their personas to the stage.

DJ Bizzon’s set will carry a mashup of Funk, Soul, Hip-Hop, and 90’s R&B. Twan Mack will be serving a mixture of social political thought, entertainment, and some education on Hip hop history. 

See? VIBEY!

It’s important to note that beyond being performers both Bizzon and Twan are a part of Milwaukee’s community and as such they are also a part of the audience the series is hoping will enjoy the event. 

When asked about what they were looking forward to the most about Music on the Beerline besides their performing their sets Bizzon mentioned how stoked he is to see the other dope performances and seeing how they create the vibe, in a setting where everybody can come out for good entertainment, gratis. 

DJ Bizzon: “I’m never mad at a free show!”

Twan is looking forward to people coming together, being able to broaden their horizons, and to learn about people they may not really know. 

Twan Mack: “I expect to see all kinds of faces. . . [For this] what you have in your bank account does not matter. Come have a good time. Eat some good food. Share some smiles and bring some positivity to the Summer.” 

So are We Outside?

You better believe it . . . and that means ALL OF US!

Be on the lookout for new music and visuals from Twan Mack (@twanmack24). Plus, his other summer appearances at the Cactus Club and under raps project with The Cooperage [shh we can’t tell you what it is yet but it's going to be good!] 

To keep in the loop with DJ Bizzon (@djbizzon) all you have to do is head to his website https://djbizzon.com/ for events, merch, and more.

See you on the Beerline!

Lexi S. Brunson for /CW