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Anthony Nix is not a country musician. He's a country artist. He works his craft and shares his heart through the majority of his songs. He works hard to deliver original and honest performances both in the studio and on stage. He's diligent at what he does because he knows it doesn't just mean something to him, but to his fans. He's uncompromising about laying out who he is as a musician and as a person. Although he spends time in and around Nashville, he's proud to be rooted in the Wisconsin music scene and it's evident in original songs like "Around Here." Anthony's original music has two foundations—country and honesty—and it makes for one heck of a listen. Find out why on this episode of Into The Music!

"Angels & Outlaws" written and performed by Anthony Nix
℗ 2025 Nix Tape. Used with permission of Anthony Nix.

"Around Here" written and performed by Anthony Nix
℗ 2021 Anthony Nix. Used with permission of Anthony Nix.

"Broken Record" written and performed by Anthony Nix
℗ 2024 Nix Tape. Used with permission of Anthony Nix.

"Wishful Thinking" written and performed by Anthony Nix
℗ 2024 Nix Tape. Used with permission of Anthony Nix.

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Opening theme: "Aerostar" by Los Straitjackets* (℗2013 Yep Roc Records)
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Even though Kathy Mancl has been in music for decades, she, in a number of ways, is just getting started. In 2024 she released her debut album, Red Hot Lover, from which two of the tracks won WAMI Awards and in recent years joined two of Wisconsin's biggest bands, Vic Ferrari and STEEM. From starting out in a working country band at the age of ten up to now, there has been no stopping her. As for her recordings, she pulls in some of Wisconsin's top talent to write with and to back her. In other words, Kathy has the respect and loyalty of the artists around because she's earned it. Get her story and check out those WAMI Award winning songs on this episode of Into The Music!

See Kathy live with STEEM! Tour dates and tickets available here.

"Red Hot Lover" performed by Kathy Mancl
written by Michael Kinney
℗ 2024 Kathy Mancl. Used with permission of Kathy Mancl.

"His Arms, Her Heaven" performed by Kathy Mancl
written by Kathy Mancl and Ken Skitch
℗ 2024 Kathy Mancl. Used with permission of Kathy Mancl.

"The Rain Song" performed by Kathy Mancl
written by Vicki Peterson and Susan Cowsill
℗ 2024 Kathy Mancl. Used with permission of Kathy Mancl.

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To say Miles Nielsen has seen and experienced a lot over his three decade career in music would be an understatement. Let's cut to the chase... when your dad is Rick Nielsen, guitarist for Cheap Trick, you get inspired to follow in his footsteps but you do it your way. Miles has done just that. Over his three decade career he not only has grown as a music maker, but as a devoted husband, father, and friend. He's gone through the heartache of losing one of his closest friends and musical partners to cancer. He's played the roles of a support player and leader in bands that garnered national attention. Yet he remains grounded knowing he's fortunate to be making music with people he loves. Listen to Miles's story, his music, and even a little nugget that bridges generations.

"Cowbell" performed by Harmony Riley
written by Miles Nielsen
℗ 2001 Harmony Riley. Used with permission of Miles Nielsen.

"A Festival" written and performed by Miles Nielsen
℗ 2009 Rusted Hearts Music. Used with permission of Miles Nielsen.

"Waiting On The Rain" performed by Miles Nielsen and the Rusted Hearts
written by Dave McClellan
℗ 2025 Miles Nielsen Inc. Used with permission of Miles Nielsen.

"Surrender (live)" performed by The Nielsen Trust
written by Rick Nielsen
This version ℗ 2021 Rusted Hearts Music. Used with permission of Miles Nielsen.

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A year ago I had Dr. Hannah Formella Zdroik of Melody Audiology LLC on the show to discuss hearing protection and preservation for musicians, music professionals, and fans alike. She returns on this episode to discuss the latest technology and strategies for helping those with hearing issues. She also gives us a glimpse into her own music theater endeavors that are helping to bridge audiology and performance. Protecting our hearing is crucial and one of the most important subjects we've covered on Into The Music, so it's our hope you find this installment as informative as it is enjoyable.

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There are singer-songwriters and then there is Mathew Haeffel. It is truly hard to pin the singer-songwriter label on him because his original compositions go well beyond what you'd expect from an artist in that genre. Mathew is a songsmith who creates music in a way that a visual artist might create a striking painting. He specializes in juxtaposition, combining dark and light elements that contrast each other whether that be in his lyrics, instrumentation, or both. Often you will hear him sing pensive words over a lively beat, but listeners are often left with a bit of encouragement because of the way Mathew is able to bring the light out of the dark in his songs. A truly unique artist that is worth discovering.

"Didn't I" written and performed by Mathew Haeffel
℗ 2010 Mathew Haeffel. Used with permission of Mathew Haeffel.

"Diamonds Out Of Coal" and "Climb" written and performed by Mathew Haeffel
℗ 2025 Mathew Haeffel. Used with permission of Mathew Haeffel.

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Patrick Zyduck, also known as Elysian Stew, is a finger style guitarist who writes in the moment. The bulk of his originals are instrumentals that paint soundscapes that draw in and envelop the listener with rich acoustic textures and moods. His inspirations for writing range from a rain storm to owls to backpacking on Mount Rainier. On top of that, he is an avid cyclist and knows firsthand how physical activity and musicianship work with each other to improve one's playing. His style draws on past guitarists like Merle Travis and Chet Atkins as influences, but also acknowledges current artists like Kaki King, Mike Dawes, and Gwenifer Raymond. It's time to get lost in the soundscapes of Elysian Stew!

"Low Flying Owls," "Tuache Vita," and "Rain" performed by Elysian Stew
written by Patrick Zyduck
℗ 2023 Broke Till Friday Records. Used with permission of Patrick Zyduck.

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To say that The Mascot Theory created their new album, Cosmic Hit and Run, under pressure would be an understatement. They set out to create a concept album about helplessness, loss, grief, healing, and hope and in the process they lived it all. The finished product is nothing short of brilliant. Although each song can stand on its own, within the narrative of Cosmic Hit and Run they make for an incredible listen from beginning to end both musically and lyrically. Taking what they learned from working with producer Terry Manning and building on that, they have released what could be their—dare I say it?—masterpiece. Cosmic Hit and Run isn't just an album, it's a journey—one that you'll want to repeat often.

This episode features an Into The Music first! Part of this show is an on stage interview with the band recorded at the Cosmic Hit and Run release gig in front of a live audience at Gibson Community Music Hall in Appleton, WI on October 3, 2025.

"As I Lay Here" and "Still Here" performed by The Mascot Theory
written by Erik Kjelland
℗ 2025 Stone After Stone Records. Used with permission of Erik Kjelland.

"Andromeda" performed by The Mascot Theory
written by Erik Kjelland
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It's pretty clear when you listen to Tim Case's music that his Wisconsin roots go deep into his soul. Many of his songs have at least references to people or places around the state, but they serve as devices to tell a narrative rather than promote Wisconsin outright. It's just what he knows through his life experiences and observations, so he weaves these elements into his thoughtful lyrics. His 2025 release, Hall of Mirrors, is an album that is influenced by artists like Bob Dylan and John Prine with a sound not unlike albums produced by Daniel Lanois. Call it atmospheric Americana if you like. Tim is creating some beautiful music and using it to give a down-to-earth observations of life.

"What Am I Missing?," "Bloodbath," "Shots In The Dark," and "The Exit" written and performed by Tim Case
℗ 2025 Tim Case. Used with permission of Tim Case.

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On Christmas Eve 2024, Into The Music debuted on Outhouse Radio in Berlin, NH because Al Lockwood had a vision to support local musicians creating quality music and giving those songs airplay. Life for Al and his wife, Barb, is now going down a new path which has him departing from Outhouse Radio. This special show is a combination thank you card and love letter to Al for his generosity towards indie artists. On behalf of the Wisconsin music scene and the artists worldwide you've given support to, Al, we love you and wish you the best!

All songs on this show are used with the permission of those who hold the rights to each.

1. "Love Always Wins" by Erin Krebs
2. "The Fading Light" by Brad Bordini
3. "Whenever" by The Tunes
4. "This Ain't My Last Rodeo" by Loch Mhor
5. "Red Ramblin' Rose" by Eric Hagen
6. "Soul Again" by The TimothyPaul Band
7. "Loyal (For The Clouds)" by Amelia Ford
8. "Silver Tongue Sam" by The Swongos
9. "Forever And A Day" by The Splitz
10. "Embozi" by Ben Mulwana
11. "Outbound" by Tyler Sj and the Ess-Jays
12. "Just A Little Bit" by Johnny Cee
13. "The Comapny I Keep" by The Tom Thiel Trio
14. "A Song For Tim" by Project X

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Kostia is, in a word, special. He's not only a prolific composer and pianist, but one of the most genuine human beings you could ever know. Born and raised in St. Petersburg in the former USSR, Kostia made his way to the United States in 1989 and within a week of arriving he had his first recording deal with Narada Records. Over the years he has been active in the Milwaukee music scene accompanying vocalist Carmen Nickerson and playing keyboards for guitarist Daryl Stuermer (Genesis, Phil Collins). He is a Grammy nominated artist whose compositions are easy to get wrapped up in and a gentleman in every sense of the word. His heart comes out in all the music he brings into being and that is what makes Kostia special.

"Russian Story," "Song of Evergreen," "Girl From Barcelona," "Winter Ride," "Troika," "First Touch," "There Is So Much Light," and "American Fields" written and performed by Kostia
℗ Kostia Efimov. Used with permission of Kostia Efimov.

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