Gin, Chocolate & Bottle Rockets

Let’s Talk Superheroes

April 26, 2025

This week on NEWisco Weekend we celebrate superheroes and everyday heroes.

The Red Cross is seeking nominations for heroes to recognize throughout NEWisco.

Meteorologist Brittney Merlot is our hero with tips on how to protect yourself in Severe Weather while traveling. The Green Bay Optimist Club are heroes for piloting programs for kids in the area. The DATCP crusades against scams. Dean Robbins in our cover story. He’s a Wisco Author who enumerates 100 Wisconsin Idols and finally, Shawndell Marks with the band, Gin, Chocolate & Bottle Rockets is our musical guest!

Green Bay Optimist Club | Gin, Chocolate & Bottle Rockets | Author Dean Robbins

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Gin Chocolate and Bottle Rockets interview and performance on Max Ink Radio

March 15, 2025

Madison singer-songwriter trio Gin Chocolate and Bottle Rockets perform on Max Ink Radio for a record 4th time in the Lair! They are back in our studio to tell us about upcoming shows including MAMA Cares 10 year anniversary and perform a few songs live.

Gordy Young, Beth Kille, Shawndell Marks, Rökker, Jen Farey and Jimmy K up front
Gordy Young, Beth Kille, Shawndell Marks, Rökker, Jen Farey and Jimmy K up front

Gin, Chocolate & Bottle Rockets in the Devil’s Lair

May 13, 2023

Gin, Chocolate & Bottle Rockets are a Madison Supergroup. Catch them performing live in the Devil's Lair on Max Ink Radio. Hear songs from their "Trio" tribute and their own music. Beth Kille, Shawndell Marks, Jen Farley let it all out!

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