It’s May…. and it’s still cold outside for some reason. At least things are heating up at all of our music venues and bars once again!! I filled up my car with a half-tank of gas on Monday cause I was not sure if this gas is gonna get any cheaper any time soon, and it cost me $60 (or at least I shut it off once it got to that amount!? UGH…. so, with that and the impending doom of the orange Donald dunce going on daily… we put together a great podcast for you all to hopefully give ya a little giggle or even have you dancing/ boppin around a bit to the cool tunes while the world is on fire. Hang in there…. We love you all!!
On this show, we are playing some of the best music from bands from right here in Milwaukee and throughout the world, and also letting you know about all those shows coming to Milwaukee over the next month that you need to get out to. DJ John B also decided to take it upon himself to let you know of some new events coming up you may not have known about to help you celebrate this month or so, and not to be outdone… someone sent him a link to some hilarious 900 phone thing vids from the 90’s on YouTube, and it sparked something interesting in his weed and beer-filled head. We also had quite a few shots, so be sure to have a few with us if you wish. Thank you all for calling in with your requests for either DJ John B, or Tabman, or even your requests for us to duet a song ‘KARAOKE’ style!! So many cool requests. Remember, each request that is not picked out of our trusty hat will roll over to the next show, so you still have a chance at one of us singing the song you requested for either Tabman, DJ John B., or a duet for both of us to sing on future shows. Just call our OKR hotline at (414) 909-2272 and leave us a message with what song you want sung, and we will pick one random request for the next show.
Also, be sure to check out karaoke with Joey Turbo every Wednesday at 9pm at The Mothership! I’m sure you can sing better than both Tabman and me, and it’s so much fun after a couple of those amazing cocktails they have over there.
Lastly, if your band has some new music that you want all of us here in Milwaukee to take a listen to, get in contact with us on Instagram or at OKRCHICAGO@GMAIL.COM if you want to get your music on the show!
Also, if you have a request that you think we should play on the show, or just want to leave us a message saying hello, give us a call at our OKR Hotline at: (414) 909-2272 and leave us a message!!
Now….. on with the show!!
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Playlist: (Click on song title to buy or stream the music and click on the band name for their insta/website/whatever).
The Rat by The Sleeveens
Off their release ‘National Anthem’ out now on Goner Records!!
Kooks (Are What We Are) by Limbeck
Their latest single out now.
That’s Where the Money Goes by White Fence
Out now on their release ‘Orange’ out now on Drag City.
Easy Come, Easy Go by Ducks Ltd.
Be sure to catch them like w/Telethon / Breakup Tour @ Cactus Club on Saturday, 5/9/26 at 6:30 pm doors. – This is also NATIONAL MINIATURE GOLF DAY.
(That’s Just My) Dream Girl by The Wind Ups
Off their new release ‘Confection’ out now on Dandy Boy Records and you can pick up the release on their bandcamp page.
Talkback by Robber Robber
Off the release ‘Two Wheels Move the Soul’ out now on Fire Talk Records.
Be sure to catch them like w/ Golomb @ Xray Arcade, THURSDAY, MAY 14, 08:00 PM. – This is also National Dance Like a Chicken Day
Simon Kitchen’s Drystone Miracle by The Foot & Leg Clinic
Off their latest release ‘Sit Down For Rock and Roll’ out now on Bingo Records.
Panic Crush by Full Nude
Off their release ‘Crazy Sexy Waterbed’ out now on their bandcamp page.
Be sure to catch them live w/ Future Living / Regal Machines @ MKE Ultra
FRIDAY, MAY 15, 07:00 PM – This is also National Pizza Party Day.
Stone by Clementine
One of their many singles on their bandcamp page.
Be sure to catch them live w/ Hang Your Hate/ Overhand/ I’ll Remember April @ Falcon Bowl, WEDNESDAY, MAY 20, 07:00 PM – This is also International Red Sneakers Day
Plan D by Dealbreaker
Off their latest release ‘New Sides’ out now on Toll Free Records.
Clementine by Ladybird
The title track off their current release is available on their Bandcamp page and at their show coming up w/ Lone Rock Bride/Natalie Sue & The Steed @ Cactus Club, FRIDAY, MAY 22, 07:00 PM. – This is also World Goth Day.
Away from Here by The Slow Death
Off the ‘The Slow Death / Rivalry split 7” release’ you can pick it up on their bandcamp page.
Then You’re Dead by The Shits
Off the release ‘Diet of Worms’ out now on their Bandcamp page.
Know Not by Restraining Order
Off the release ‘Future Fortune’ out now on their bandcamp page.
Nothing by Sex Scenes
Off the release ‘Everything Makes Me Sick’ out now on Big Neck Records and you can get it on their bandcamp page as well.
Be sure to catch both Restraining Order & Sex Scenes live w/ World I Hate / No Guard @ X-Ray Arcade, WEDNESDAY, MAY 27, 07:00 PM – This is also World Otter Day
Burdens by Force
Off their soon-to-be-released album ‘We Carry Heavy Blood’ out on 5/29/26 on their bandcamp page.
Be sure to catch them live for their album release show w/ Poison Hand/ Mind Harvester @ Cactus Club – FRIDAY, MAY 29, 06:30 PM – This is also National Alligator Day.
Still Here by High on Stress
Title track off the soon-to-be-released new album coming out on 5/8/26 on their bandcamp page.
Drop By by Obsess Tact
Title track off their EP release out now on their Bandcamp page.
Survive by American Culture
Off their release ‘Hey Brother, It’s Been a While’ out now on Convulse Records and you can pick it up on the bandcamp page.
Be sure to catch American Culture and Obsess Tact w/ Our Vanity @ Quarters Rock N Roll Palace, SATURDAY, MAY 30, 08:00 PM – This is also National Mint Julep Day.
Babe Pig In The City by Langkamer
Off their release called ’No’ out now on Breakfast Records, which you can pick up on their bandcamp page.
Heart of Bones by Daily Thompson
Latest single out now on their bandcamp page.
Feel It To by Planer
One of their latest singles out now.
Be sure to catch them live on 5/16/26 to all our friends in or around the Oshkosh, WI area at Eroding Winds Record Shop located at 436 N Main St, Oshkosh, WI 54901. They will be performing with our good buddies Shoobie, Chapped Lips and Disposable Thumbs. – This is also National Sea Monkey Day.
Dead Horse (Apologies to Emma Lazarus) by Primitive Broadcast Service
Off the soon to be released album ‘Monsters’ coming out on June 4, 2026 and you can pre-order it on their bandcamp page and proceeds from your pre-order will go to benefit NE Neighbors Mutual Aid Fund of Minneapolis.
To Live Delicious by Bronson Arm
Off the release ‘Casket Schwagg’ out now on their bandcamp page.
Be sure to catch both Bronson Arm and Primitive Broadcast Service live w/ Mr. Phylzzz / Orlock @Cactus Club, THURSDAY, JUN 04, 07:00 PM – This is also National Cheese Day
When It’s Gone by The Arrivals
Off their new release ‘Payload’ out now Recess Records!!
Get your hands on a copy before the vinly sells out.
Sick Thoughts by Stabber
Off thelr release ‘EP II’ out now on their bandcamp page.
Bike Song by Killer High Life
Off of their self-titled release, which you can get at their Bandcamp page.
Be sure to catch them live w/ Knob Ross/ In Shining Armour/ Overhand @Cactus Club, SATURDAY, JUN 06, 07:00 PM – This is also National Yo-Yo Day
Lord by Shaved Ape
Off their new release ‘Love Letter To Hardcore’ out now on Sorry State Records and you can get it on their bandcamp page.
Last but not least…. as picked from the hat of songs called in from all you listeners… DJ John B does his version of the 90s hit Hunger Strike by Temple of the Dog. Thanks for calling that one in, Harper. After 6 or 7 shots and a handful of brews…. DJ John B was mostly able to read the lyrics and kinda sing.
Cheers and beers,
DJ John B. & Tabman.