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Max Ink Radio #260214

Rökker & Jane are spinning local, Wisconsin-made music with an interview of recent MAMA Lifeteime Achivement winner Robert J [https://civicmedia.us/shows/max-ink-radio/2026/02/14/robert-j-receives-lifetime-achievement-award-from-madison-area-music-association]. Robert speaks with MIR's Teri Barr on his award and the 10 year anniversary of the MAMA Cares fund. Soundcheck Entertainment and WAMI have partnered for the 2nd annual Battle of the Bands. This year includes Madsion at the Bur Oak on Febrary 21st. Michael Grassman [https://civicmedia.us/shows/max-ink-radio/2026/02/14/battle-of-the-bands-coming-to-madison]is on the phone with details. The Butcher's Kid [https://civicmedia.us/shows/max-ink-radio/2026/02/14/choice-cuts-from-the-butchers-kid-live-from-the-madcity-on-max-ink-radio] John Nelson grew up as the Butcher's kid and his father along with his uncles fueled his passion for music growing up. John is releasing a new album "Choice Cuts" and is in the Max Ink Radio studio to perform new songs and talk about his music.

Battle of the Bands coming to Madison

Michael Grassman of Soundcheck Entertainment has partnered with the Wiconsin Area Music Industry to bring the 2nd Annual Battle of the Bands to Madison for a semi-final showdown featuring 9 bands at the Bur Oak and the Finals in March at Rally Point Station in Occonomowoc. Michael is on the phone from West Allis to tell us the details for the contest. Guest: Michael Grassman [https://civicmedia.us/profile/michael-grassman/]

Robert J receives Lifetime Achievement Award from Madison Area Music Association

Robert J has been rocking Madison's music scene for more than 40 years as a solo artist as well as bands like the Moon Gypsies, Rowdy Prairiedogs. Recently, the MAMAs have recognized his career with their Lifetime Achievement Award. MAMA Cares (a fund to help musicians in crisis which was founded by Robert J) celebrates it's 10 year anniversary in March with a party! Robert J Conoway Interview by Teri Barr on Max Ink Radio. Guest: Robert J Conaway [https://civicmedia.us/profile/robert-j-conaway/]

Choice Cuts from The Butcher’s Kid – Live From The Madcity on Max Ink Radio

John Nelson grew up as the Butcher's kid and his father along with his uncles fueled his passion for music growing up. John is releasing a new album "Choice Cuts" and is in the Max Ink Radio studio to perform new songs and talk about his music. Guest: JOhn Nelson [https://civicmedia.us/profile/john-nelson/]

Madison’s Gentle Brontosaurus releasing third album after six year break

Gentle Brontosaurus is releasing a new album titled "Three Hares" and celebrating with a party at the Crystal Corner Bar on February 14th. The band comes to the studio to chat on Max Ink Radio. Guest: Gentle Brontosaurus [https://civicmedia.us/profile/gentle-brontosaurus/]