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BRETT NEWSKI & the Bad Inventions

Indie Rock
Alt-Country
90s Alternative Rock
•Milwaukee, WI
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2009 - Present

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Brett Newski & the Bad Inventions is an indie rock band from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, known for their unique blend of alt-country, 90s alternative rock, and folk-grunge. Fronted by Brett Newski, the band has been active since 2009 and has toured extensively across the United States, Europe, and South Africa. They have shared stages with notable acts such as Violent Femmes, Pixies, Nada Surf, Guster, Gin Blossoms, Better than Ezra, Barenaked Ladies, Japanese Breakfast, Built to Spill, and Courtney Barnett. ([brettnewski.com](https://www.brettnewski.com/?utm_source=openai)) Their music is characterized by satirical humor, a contrarian ethos, and anthems for outliers, drawing comparisons to Tom Petty and 90s alternative rock. ([brettnewski.com](https://www.brettnewski.com/?utm_source=openai)) The band is currently active and has a new album titled 'Have a Thing, Miss Your Moment, Wait for the Revival' set to release on May 1, 2026. ([brettnewski.com](https://www.brettnewski.com/?utm_source=openai)) They are scheduled to perform at the Knockengorroch Festival in Scotland from May 21-24, 2026. ([knockengorroch.org.uk](https://www.knockengorroch.org.uk/artist/brett-newski-the-bad-inventions/?utm_source=openai))

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