![]() In rueful acknowledgement of the current inflationary crunch, Big Boi emerged with an abbreviated “Gasoline Dreams” before a seamless blending of “ATLiens” and “Rosa Parks” had the crowd immersed in the OutKast classics. All the same, his headlining set Thursday night at the Briggs & Stratton Big Backyard felt more like a victory lap than a new-album tour. The tour proved to be OutKast’s final one to date, and while the world is still waiting to see if André 3000 will ever release an album of his own, Big Boi never stopped. RELATED: 28 must-see acts at Summerfest 2022 in Milwaukee, from Lil Wayne to Zach Bryan to Halsey Barenaked Ladiesīig Boi headlines the Briggs & Stratton Big Backyard at Summerfest on Thursday, June 23, 2022.Įight years ago, OutKast’s reunion tour made a stop in Milwaukee, and the show wound up being arguably the highlight of that year's Summerfest. RELATED: Summerfest takes a step toward normal. Damon Joy, Special to the Journal Sentinel Next time Modest Mouse comes, they are definitely going to need a bigger stage for said crowd. Their biggest hit, “Float On,” got less response than the underground hits this was definitely a “deep cuts” crowd. While their music is a bit on the darker side, Modest Mouse managed to keep the crowd amped with fan favorites. Between obscure rock/alternative songs, he would stop and connect with the overjoyed crowd. “How are all the living members of your family?” That was the call and response from frontman Isaac Brock before he told the audience he’d been here for Irish Fest. ![]() Let’s hope those new fans fill some seats next time Isbell plays the Big Gig.Īfter Summerfest's spectacular opening-night fireworks, cult favorites Modest Mouse stepped into the deafening applause of a brimming Uline Warehouse audience. ![]() For that reason alone, it’s likely Isbell gained a few new fans Thursday night. Isbell’s anthemic guitar riffs and confessional lyrics might remind some rock ‘n’ roll devotees of Bruce Springsteen and Tom Petty, but his aching Southern drawl sets him apart from his ‘70s predecessors. RELATED: These are the best days to check out Summerfest 2022 in Milwaukee, depending on which music you love Jason Isbell and the 400 Unitīut fans who made the trek to Summerfest were treated to a robust setlist complete with tracks from the Alabama-born rocker’s solo career and his tenure with Drive-By Truckers. RELATED: Here's the Summerfest 2022 lineup by date, time and stage for the Milwaukee music festival Lauren Keene, Special to the Journal Sentinel After what we’ve gone through the last two years, some of us just want to party - and Aoki’s energetic set proves he knows how to do that. "Jersey Shore" and Aoki’s music have something in common: Neither is known for their intellect. At some points, it felt like watching an episode of "Jersey Shore." ![]() The crowd quickly turned into a sea of fist-bumping millennials with fresh summer tans. Countless times during his set, the long-haired DJ commanded the audience to “Put your (expletive) hands up!” as they eagerly waited for the beat to drop. Nepotism claims might bother some people, but they definitely didn’t bother the massive crowd Aoki drew to the Miller Lite Oasis Thursday night. Instead of following in his foodie father’s footsteps, Aoki has found fame and fortune pumping up crowds all over the world with his distinct DJing style. The DJ and record producer is the heir to the Benihana restaurant empire.
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