MKE Live Groove Edition: Tru West • Rai Hudson • Johnny Franchino • B.U. • Tai Mistyque • Meechlo
Wed 08/23/23
8:30PM
18+
music
$15 ADV // $25 DOS
Show Lineup
Tru West
(Milwaukee, WI)
Genre: Hip-Hop, Soul
Tru West is an emerging musician from the Midwest. From creating remixes—or “Trumixes”— of popular songs to releasing her “Gift of Gab” eps I and II, Milwaukee native Tru West continues to push the envelope for what it means to be “tru” to yourself. Tru’s music gives 90’s/Y2k nostalgia as her soulful voice serenades listeners through a mixture of trapsoul and contemporary r&b instrumentation.
Her undeniable talents and versatility has led her to artist activism and working with local organizations, where she executively produced her hip hop mixtape “From the Ashes, We Rise” that featured local artists. Tru’s evolution has been nothing short of divine, as she embraces her depth and vulnerability, she explores her sound with pop, spatial, and psychedelic r&b notes in upcoming projects.
Johnny Franchino
(Milwaukee, WI)
Genre: Hip-Hop, House, R&B
Influenced by 90s house and Hip Hop, Milwaukee area based artist Johnny Franchino has cultivated a signature sound that has gained international attention from fans, DJs, music blogs, and radio stations across the globe! “With my music, I want to break the norms and restrictions that have been placed on music genre’s for years,” Franchino expressed. The house fusion series titled “AESTHETIX” has done just that.
The “AESTHETIX” series blends the sounds of house, hip hop, r & b, and pop to create what Johnny Franchino describes as “New Cologne.” “New Cologne is the fragrance that you contribute to the universe, whether it being in music, fashion, or just your everyday confidence in being you,” says Franchino.
Gearing up for more “AESTHETIX” releases, Franchino also sets his eyes on mental health advocacy, motivational speaking, and fashion. These endeavors can all be followed on Franchino’s Instagram account “@therealchinotv.”
“Confidence is Cologne” – Johnny Franchino
Tai Mystique
(Milwaukee)
Genre: Hip-Hop
Fearless, empathetic, and unwaveringly dedicated to creating a better world, Tai Mistyque is the perfect musical embodiment of the modern women. With a dynamic mix of R&B, EDM, and alternative pop, she writes songs that tell the stories of ordinary women and the pursuit of their dreams. Tai is dedicated to using her god given gift to create a better, and more equal world for everyone.
“If music was a person, they would be who I would tell all my secrets to,” Tai says. It’s been that way since the earliest days of her youth. As the oldest of seven children, music gave her an outlet for self-discovery. She spent endless hours turning her diary entries into poems and songs, developing a style that was deeply personal yet contained a universal message of love and acceptance.
Tai Mistyque creates music everyday women – whether they are seeking spiritual enlightenment, fighting for equal rights, or simply pursuing their dreams. She wants her music to be a soundtrack for those who are determined to make the most out of their lives. Tai Mistyque is the real deal – a once in a generation talent capable of inspiring true change through inspirational music.
Rai Hudson
(Milwaukee, WI)
Genre: Pop
Rai Hudson, a Milwaukee, Wisconsin native (Rashard Hudson), works professionally as an American R&B, soul, rock, and pop singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur. He is commonly known for his unmatched powerhouse vocal abilities, stage energy, impact, and influence in the modern music world and was inspired by P!NK, Adam Lambert, Lady Gaga, Michael Jackson, and Jon Pierre Gee.
His strong voice will move you out of your seat, and his eccentric style will keep you captivated. Jon Pierre Gee, a well-known talent and grandfather of Rai Hudson, worked with James Brown, Al Green, Ike, and Tina Turner, The Temptations, B.B. King, reggae legend Bob Marley, and many more. Musical lineage includes Empress of Blues Bessie Smith, hit songwriter Percy Mayfield, and Chaka Khan.
His dynamic, charismatic performances landed him on the groundbreaking hit show “American Idol.”Followed by the successful first single, “Sally,” released in 2018. Today, Rai mentors young, ambitious performers and composers at R17 Records LLC, a record label founded by Rai. His newest single, “VIBE,” is currently available on all media platforms; you can follow him on Instagram and Twitter at @Raihudson, Tiktok @Raihudsonmusic, and Youtube/Raihudson