A band I occasionally rehearse with rents this space. It is beautiful and well equipped. The…read moresound stage is big and clean enough to film a music video. They have excellent backline for guitar and bass. I am not sure if the drums belong to the studio or the drummer. When I have interacted with the staff, they have been friendly and helpful. Parking is ample. Make sure someone knows to let you in after hours, as the doors lock from the outside. I've never been the one to rent the space myself but I believe the rates are reasonable. I will keep them in mind for my own uses.

The new Clutch studios is the best yet, bigger, better, stronger, faster everything!!!!read more

An authentic recording studio and musical instrument shop (something that is becoming a rarity),…read moreGemini has some of the coolest guitars for sale that I've seen anywhere and is an excellent place to try them out before making such a personal and significant investment. Derek (the owner) is a genuine music lover, a versatile, experienced musician as well as an incredible teacher. If there is a more laid-back, low-pressure way to buy an instrument I haven't seen it and it's clear that he is more interested in finding the right "fit" than pushing product. If you are an experienced musician looking for just the right instrument or a newcomer looking to learn, definitely check-out Gemini. If you are not local to the shop it is worth the trip, and they even offer remote lessons if you can't make it there in person.

Because Derek the owner is a lier, crook. Unless you want to get screwed then go there. He'll give…read moreyou the run around and never comes thru. Inventory sucks hardly any strings, ect. Guitars he sells are junk, if thinking about buying one open and check wiring, mine was all taped up and bad solder connection. Also Check body for paint touch up. See Photos.

My name is Nate Wood and I am a hip-hop artist who grew up in Pewaukee Wi. I was introduced to…read moreBrett Schimke, one of the engineers at Cave, by a friend of mine. From the moment I stepped into the studio I felt totally comfortable bringing Brett and the rest of the team on board to my project. I felt the professionalism was always top notch, but I also felt the comfortable medium you want to feel while recording an album. When I came back after the recording process to hear the final product Brett put together I was blown away. I couldn't wait to start promoting and showing my friends and family what we created. I look forward to doing business with Brett and the rest of the Cave Studios team in the future, and I'm excited to see what the studio will bring for myself and other artists in the future. I highly recommend any artist who is looking to take the next step to improving the quality of their music to go check out Cave Studio's MKE.. You will be very happy that you did!

From the owner: The operators of Cave Studios MKE pride themselves in being able to offer musicians the opportunity…read moreto record on world class gear at very reasonable and competitive rates. If an artist is in need of a quick break from the recording process, they are able to utilize the indoor basketball hoop or the arcade located just outside the studio's entrance. In addition to that, the upper floor is equipped with a live music lounge providing a stage for showcases, CD release events, or a place to hang out and grab a drink between takes. The main mission for every project is to help the artist create a product in an enjoyable environment that they will be able to proudly market and use to further their musical aspirations. Cave Studios MKE refuses to let any artist leave unsatisfied.

Beware. The musicians at my wedding ceremony (including Jocelyn) played an entirely different set…read morelist than the music we agreed upon in our contract. When I told them I was dissatisfied, they accused me of lying and refused to give me a refund. They even went as far as to try to prove me wrong by sending me the set list they played, the one they said we agreed upon. This was their biggest mistake; included in that playlist were songs for "seating of family", "seating of mothers", and "unity candle ceremony", which is all well and good except for the fact that NONE OF THOSE EVENTS OCCURRED IN OUR CEREMONY! Even after I pointed this out, Jocelyn still refused to give me a refund because "the musicians played well". What hurt the most is that the song I had planned to walk down the aisle to was in tribute to my older brother who passed away the year before my wedding, and now I have to look back on my wedding day and know that the tribute never even happened.

From the owner: Candid Brilliance Music provides you with all things musical. We will manage the process of finding…read morethe perfect musician, teacher or song for your needs! We thank God for the chance to work with each and every one of you, contact us today with questions!

My son said, "If you had signed me up for lessons with Bradley from the very beginning, I would…read morehave learned more from him in months than the years it took me... and it would have been more fun." Bradley is warm, kind, encouraging, responsive and his love of music and having fun with it is 100% contagious. Madison is lucky, lucky to count Bradley among those making Madison amazing. Thank you, Bradley.

I love the studio so much! It's a special place full of creative vibes with awesome color and an…read moreabundance of beautiful instruments from all over the world. The studio has a real soul to it you can feel when you are there. Bradley's an amazing musician and business coach. He recently coached me through the steps of opening my new piano studio. His expertise saved me a lot of time up front and he gave me a lot to think about for future growth. Highly recommend!

Eric is the best!! What a great recording studio! A hidden jem in desplaines. Very knowledgeable…read moreand friendly service at a incredible price. Eric, engineer/ producer owner really takes care of you. Always makes sure your happy with production/ recording before you leave. That means the world to a artist getting their recording done. Looking to record? Gotta see him. Just the Best!!

Great place for recording as I was able to get the project tracked and mixed in one location. Eric…read moreis a great resource. The end result exceeded my expectations. Definitely going to record here for my next project.

This place is really special. I've attended shows, played shows, and recorded twice now at the…read moreWillyMag and never had a bad time. If you have the opportunity to go, do not miss it. Owners Tessa and Mark are skilled, friendly, and creating a very unique atmosphere there. Recording: I've had the opportunity to record in several studios across the Midwest, and WillyMag is head and shoulders above the rest. It is an all-analog studio. They do not even dump the analog sounds to digital to mix - one of the only (maybe the only??) places in the country who do not mix digitally. This anachronistic and highly-technical method seems a bit intimidating to a non-gearhead musician like myself, but Tessa and Mark explain things in a patient and not condescending manner when you ask questions. Their equipment is top of the line from cables all the way up to the 7' reverb plate. As recording engineers, Tessa and Mark are very good at listening to what you say you want and helping create that sound. Furthermore, the pricing is reasonable and they work with you to find a way to make it happen. Attending Shows: Always a low price, thoughtfully curated line-ups, excellent sound quality, an intimate setting. Yes, it gets a bit hot in the summer, but there is free water. It is a substance-free area, so family friendly, and the shows start and end early. It fills a very important niche in the Madison music scene with those parameters, and I have seen some excellent shows there. Playing Shows: Extremely low key, one of the more enjoyable places to play in town. It is a small stage, so you're right next to the audience, which tends to result in repartee with the crowd and more stripped-down performances. Tessa is clear and efficient when it comes to explaining set times and facilitating gear sharing to make shows move quickly.