Life In The 6ix 0h 8ight
Kristoffer Fox: Life in the 6ix 0h 8ight
Step into the world of independent creativity—discover stories, tips, and reflections of the (608) area code, where the rhythm of life is intertwined with the pulse of music. From the lively streets of Madison to the soulful depths of rural Wisconsin, unveil the stories behind the music, the places and people, shedding light on the indelible characters who have left their mark on the ever-evolving creative process.
Break Like The Wind
Madtown really was a hot bed of musical genius and new frontiers. For young rock musicians growing up in rural Wisconsin, it was the place to be.
The Bus Of higher Learning
A sudden hot flash of fear overcame me. Was I going to have to stand for the whole trip? Why wasn’t the diver doing anything? I know he could hear what was going on.
The Gig of Induction and Indoctrination
As the bar patrons and the local restaurant crowd passed in front of me, I gripped my microphone and sang with all the gusto I could muster. I was 9 or 10 years old and I was determined to become a professional musician.
Roots
The deep, rich, mother of pearl inlays adorning the headstock and the outside binding of the curvaceous, alluring body. It all beckoned me. It had my full attention. My grandma would try to get me to join the singing or listen to her sing and all I could do was soak up what that guitar was putting out. It was filling a space in my head and my soul that I didn’t know existed.
Where it All Started
One example is; after meeting newcomers, she would stab herself in the leg with a knife or fork, wait a few moments for the shock to really set in…
In the BeginNing
I was negative one years old, still in the womb, living the dream. My mother would play records really loud and take me to concerts because she wanted to make sure I was immersed in culture when I arrived. Don’t ask… It was the ‘70s