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Public Wipeout
Lydia’s Nail Salon – EP
The description of Public Wipeout simply reads “A semi-aspirational rock band and life philosophy. We make music and mistakes. Our only fan is dead.” OK, my interest is piqued now. What exactly is this? “This EP is the culmination of several years of informal songwriting and more dedicated work to become competent performing musicians,” said vocalist Kathleen Cohen. Originally forming in Seattle, WA under the name Big Dictionary, Kathleen and co-creator Matt Cohen (guitar, bass, primary songwriter) eventually ended up in Milwaukee, WI, then moved to Louisville in the summer of 2025…