2025-26 MUSIC LAB dates (season 9):
September 26 ○ October 24 ○ November 21 ○ January 30 ○ February 27 ○ March 27 ○ April 24 ○ May 22 ○
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SEASON 9 FINALE: “Where Are They Now? GWML Alum” feat. Nico May!
GWML FAM: consider this your official MAY DAY alert! 🚨🔥
We’ve officially arrived at the SEASON 9 FINALE of Grace Weber’s Music Lab on Friday, May 22nd — & we’re closing out this wild, beautiful season in a MAJOR way.
For the second year in a row, we’re bringing back one of our most special themes yet: “Where Are They Now? GWML Alum.” This annual finale experience shines a spotlight on former Music Lab students whose journeys have continued far beyond the Lab stage — highlighting the real evolution of young creatives pursuing artistry, purpose, & careers within the music industry and beyond.
This year, we’re incredibly excited to welcome back Milwaukee native & Netflix’s “Building the Band” artist Nico May as our featured guest! Nico will be joining us for a special live performance & conversation centered around his artistic journey, navigating the music industry as a young independent artist, building community through creativity, & what it really looks like to chase the dream beyond the Music Lab 💥
We’re also honored to welcome a very special appearance by Milwaukee native, Grammy Award-winning artist, & GWML founder Grace Weber herself! Hosted by GWML Program Director B~Free & Program Assistant Brit Nicole, this season finale will celebrate creativity, growth, artistry, community, & the incredible journeys that can begin with simply being in the room 🧡
And of course…it wouldn’t be a season finale without bringing the community together one last time. Come early for Teen Social Hour at 4PM with FREE eats courtesy of Ian’s Pizza MKE, then stay for live performances, inspiring conversation, giveaways, creative connection, our ALL AGES Open Mic, & a special Summerfest ticket giveaway for attendees! ☀️🎟️🎶
This event is officially open to ALL AGES, so whether you’re a student, artist, parent, supporter, educator, family member, or future creative — we want you in the room with us as we celebrate the close of another unforgettable season of GWML. RSVPs are LIVE NOW at gwmusiclab.com. Let’s close out Season 9 louder, bigger, & more inspired than ever! 🚀
NOTE: All Lab attendees, including students, parents, family & teachers, must RSVP online for entry.
*GWML Open Mic slots are limited to a first-come, first-considered basis! Registration open until curated slots are full. Clean show tracks & instrumentals for Open Mic can be sent as YouTube/SoundCloud links or mp3s to gwmusiclab@radiomilwaukee.org
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Grace Weber’s Music Lab is presented by @hyfin.mke — a @radiomilwaukee station — & sponsored in part by @amfam & MPS Partnership for the Arts & Humanities.
GUEST BIO:
Nico May is a singer-songwriter from Milwaukee, WI now based in LA. He has garnered millions of views and streams across his social media platforms and on his original music. His indie-folk inspired songs and unique voice have helped him grow his fanbase and come into his own as an up and coming artist.
Nico was born in Milwaukee, WI and started experimenting with music at a young age. He first began his journey playing saxophone in the Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra's Jazz program, while also spending time creating songs on his family's computer using GarageBand. In high school, he began releasing music online and performing in Milwaukee and Chicago at artist showcases held by Grace Weber and Chance the Rapper. As he continued to grow as an artist, his social media following grew too, with covers of tracks by Billie Eilish, James Arthur, and Adele amassing millions of views. In 2023 Nico moved to LA and has been working to achieve his goal of becoming a major artist, putting out a steady release of singles and finally his debut EP — REVERIE — in the fall of 2024.
In summer 2025, Nico appeared on Netflix's Building the Band, introducing his music to a global audience and expanding his reach. Since the show's release, he has continued to build momentum with new singles and a run of standout live performances across Los Angeles, including a show at the historic Troubadour. With a rapidly growing fanbase and a clear artistic vision, Nico's rise is only just beginning.
MORE ON OUR GUEST: https://www.instagram.com/itsnicomay
