Episode 4 – The La Crosse Confluence In this episode of the 608 Soundcheck, I sit down with Co Advisors Mr. Carty and Mr. Renkas along with student band members Colin and Magnolia to discuss The La Crosse Confluence. Confluence is a student lead rock band comprised of students from Logan and Central High Schools from right here in La Crosse. They play a variety of hand picked classic rock, country, and pop tunes at a range of shows and venues around town! The La Crosse Public Education Foundation (LPEF) provided Confluence a grant for a few thousand dollars that helped them get started. Without their help, confluence might not have ever gotten the chance to take off.

Episode 3 – Zammek In this episode of 608 Soundcheck, La Crosse-based punk trio Zammek join the show to talk about the energy, grit, and heart that drive their sound. We dive into how their music reflects the local punk scene, the venues that shaped their journey, and what it’s like creating loud, raw, and honest art in the Coulee Region. From band stories to scene nostalgia, this episode captures the passion behind Zammek’s unmistakable style.

Episode 2 – Be Wary In this episode of 608 Soundcheck, electronic duo Be Wary join the show to share their story of how they first connected through the local music scene. We dive into the role community plays in their creative journey, the ways collaboration has shaped their sound, and what it means to grow as artists alongside friends and peers. Along the way, there are plenty of laughs and behind-the-scenes stories that give a glimpse into the energy and personality behind Be Wary.