Cover story:
Mixed messages.
What's playing on all those headphones you see people wearing as they're walking by? Chances are a lot of them are personal playlists. MKE asked some local tune collectors and music makers if we could listen in so you can, too.
On the cover Euriael Raphael Jordan; Cover photo/C.Taylor
downtime
Threeview: Los Mitos At Los Mitos, a restauranteur channels Argentinian cowboys.
Super Bowl by the slice Before you order your Super Bowl Sunday pizza, read about these neighborhood pie suppliers.
Worthy splurge Reuben sandwich at Uncle Sonny's Express Buffet and Bar-B-Que
The art of losing weight MKE visits the studio of an artist documenting his own changing image.
Exposure Relief keeps rolling along: Mustang Shelley's Roadhouse hosts a Tsunami benefit concert.
Meet the bartender: Leah Martinez Martinez decided to seek refuge in bar with a "calmer, more mature" clientele.

how we live
Southern comfort Soul food has given rise to some fast food favorites, but don't miss a chance to try them at home.
Bob gets hot: Pumping iron with a personal trainer Bob learns the value of a personal trainer as he reintroduces himself to weight training.
On the job: Making a living in the funny business A professional clown shows his serious side (sort of).
Ask Mom: Friends but not lovers? Clear the air. Ask Mom takes on the "just a friend" issue.

in the know
Profile: Nikki Ward Nikki Ward, mother of twins, was tired of leading a double life. So she came out, and wrote a book about it.
A match made in tax preparation Should you hire someone to prepare your taxes?
Barrett takes extra step to fight murder Mayor Tom Barrett takes a message to the community: help stop murders in Milwaukee.
When I was 30: Gwen Moore In 1981, Congresswoman Gwen Moore was giving to her community as a counselor at a women's health center.

online exclusives
Custom CD covers Packaging your mix is a must if you are looking to put a personal touch on your CD.
Chatterbox: Mix tape suggestions Do you have suggestions for creating the ultimate mix tape or CD? Song ideas? A theme? Cover ideas? Share your knowledge with other MKE readers and mix tape fans!
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