Events

John Masino is a Madison, Wisconsin-based guitarist and songwriter known for his classic rock influence and award-winning guitar skills. His discography spans several decades, with his most recent work including the 2025 album To the Stars and Back.

Thomas Heiber Cobb offers up acoustic guitar and vocals over many different styles and varieties of songs but where the basic elements of the singer/songwriter are in focus. He is just as likely to tackle songs that are familiar as well as songs that cause an audience to wonder, 'Wait, I know that song. Who is that one by?'. Additionally he will offer up a 'deep cut' that may not be well known but remains a formative song that has stuck with him over the years and one which he believes an audience deserves the chance to find an appreciation for, as well.

No cover. 6:30 start time.

No cover. 6:30 start time.

Sean Michael Dargan’s seventh album, “Dazzle Camouflage” is available now. The full-length features twelve new original SMD songs, including a smokin’ co-write with Nick Seward of Flat Atom, “Crush of Snow.”

SMD handles the guitars and lead vocals, and is joined by longtime stalwart bandmates: drummer Bill Guestchow, and bassist Joe Lampe

$10 cover. 9pm start time. 21+

Chris Powers, a native of Philadelphia, PA, picked up the guitar at the age of 14, and within a few years knew the chords to every Beatles song. After graduating from Beloit College, he settled in Madison and began organizing a series of successful string bands, including the string-jazz trio Nobody’s Bizness (featuring Mary Gaines plucking bass lines on her cello) and the long-lived Bluegrass Survivors. He toured Wisconsin for many years with the UW-Extension’s Heritage Ensemble – mixing folk music with American History, and played guitar in the orchestra of several Madison Theater productions.

No cover. 8pm start time.

Gaines and Wagoner started The Moon Gypsies with award-winning singer-songwriter, Robert J. Conaway, in 1998, releasing two albums of original material, “The Moon Gypsies” and “Slip”. 

 $15 suggested donation. 4pm start time.

Bring your kids to the best show in town. David mesmerizes the the kids with the best kids music around. We’ll have our kid menu in full swing. It’s a good time for the whole family!

$5 cover. 5:30 start time.

Join our host, Max, and make some beautiful music together.

Sign up is 6:30 with performances starting at 7pm.  Bring your guitar and show us what you’ve got!

Paul has all the questions. Do you have all the answers? Prove it!

We’ve got trivia that will rock you. Join us every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month.

Free. Start time 6:30

Formed in 2019 when Laura Bomber and (Red) Ben Lila began writing and performing together, the band grew its earthy, heartfelt sound over years of collaboration before expanding in 2024 with the addition of Paul Bannach and Sheilagh Dandy Lyon.

Bomber & Red delivers powerhouse vocal harmonies, skillful musicianship, and resonant lyricism—music that draws you in and sends chills up your spine. Their performances blend folk, Americana, and soulful storytelling into a sound that lingers long after the final chord fades, leaving audiences with a deeply personal connection.

No cover. 6:30pm start time.

The Droors are a Doors cover band with dedicated members from the Sheboygan, Milwaukee, and Madison areas of Wisconsin. It started as a fun side project, but quickly grew into an act with an enthusiastic following that continues to gather momentum. The Droors take pride in their reputation for sounding as good as The Doors. The Doors are a universally loved classic rock band and tribute bands for them are rare. The Droors have been playing in rock bands for the majority of their lives. The one thing they have in common is a mutual love of The Doors. If you are a Doors fan, their hope is to awe you. If you are not familiar with The Doors, our goal is to make you a fan.

$10 cover. 9pm start time. 21+

O’Darby plays traditional Irish pub songs, ballads, improvisation & humor... adding lovely original songs in the spirit of the old style.

Start time 7:30. $10 suggested donation

Robert J. is an award-winning singer/songwriter/recording artist who has been a mainstay in the Wisconsin music scene for decades. 

 2026 has been especially rewarding for the Madison troubadour. The Madison Area Music Association honored him with its Lifetime Achievement Award for his contributions to the local music scene and for founding Mama Cares, a program that supports musicians during medical emergencies and family crises. At the annual awards show, he also won five MAMAs, including Album of the Year for Miscellaneous Me, Singer/Songwriter Performer of the Year, and Song of the Year in both the blues and jazz categories. This spring marks 40 years since he released his first LP, Boys Town, recorded at Smart Studios with producer Butch Vig. 

6:30 start time. No cover.

Witness the triumphant return of Annie & the Oakies to the Harmony Stage! Get ready for a fantastic blend of county, root, bluegrass and folk.

No cover. 6:30pm start

The Stop and Listen plays old-time stringband music with a unique set of instruments and voices. We specialize in fiddle tunes, old-time songs, jug band numbers, and country blues. They bring some serious drive and groove with harmonicas (sometimes a couple at once), extraordinary improvisation on cello and fiddle, banjos of uncompromising size, and a bass with a chip on its shoulder. Songs are sung with an old-time swagger, harmonies included.

No cover. 6:30 Start time.

The Cajun Strangers are an award-winning band from Madison, Wisconsin, that plays traditional Cajun dance music, as you would hear down in Southwest Louisiana and East Texas. A Madison institution, they’ve been playing dances, festivals, events, and backyards for nearly 20 years. 

Start time 4pm. $10 suggested donation

Madison's hardest working Bluegrass band, Soggy Prairie, is proud to host the Madison Bluegrass Roundabout, a monthly Tuesday night series highlighting Southern Wisconsin's Bluegrass scene. The series will feature new and upcoming bands, as well as well-established groups. Each month will feature a set from Soggy Prairie followed by a set from guest artists Ham ‘n Eggers.

No cover. 6:30pm start time.

Paul has all the questions. Do you have all the answers? Prove it!

We’ve got trivia that will rock you. Join us every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month.

Free. Start time 6:30

Season two begins tonight! The “Harmonious” songwriter’s showcase at Harmony Bar & Grill will feature Madison favorites musicians. Host and organizer JT Spartz (Dogtown Hollow) will emcee the round-robin style showcase.

This showcase features the following artists:

Andy Moore has been making music and writing about music in Madison for nearly 40 years. His most recent projects include Andy Moore & the Misfit Toys, an annual holiday special where he performs 12 original seasonal songs. His world music ensemble, Disaster Passport, performs their own score to a live screening of the 1983 art film Koyaanisqatsi. Moore was also an original and long-time member of Madison's premier bluegrass outfit, The Cork n' Bottle String Band. 

 Whitney Mann is a seasoned singer-songwriter whose key goal is to make people feel during her shows; to peer into the depth of their human experience and examine the view. But she also wants people to laugh, to howl at the absurdity of life. And, with her trusted Larrivée acoustic guitar strapped to her chest, she threads that needle with ease. "With the release of Electric Heart, Mann has made a triumphant return to the music scene" -Americana UK 

 James Travis (JT) Spartz hosts the Harmonious series, acting as organizer and co-performer. His songwriting work with Roots-Rock / Americana band Dogtown Hollow includes two recent EPs, nominations for American Artist of the Year in 2024 and 2025 with the Midwest Country Music Organization, and winner of a Madison Area Music Award for Country Performer of the Year in 2026. 

 6:30pm start time. No cover

9pm start time. $10 cover. 21+

After years of sharing festival bills and bumping elbows at open jams, Starr Moss, Trent Cuthbert, Michael Falk, Claire Kannapell and Paul Kienitz have convened to make their own brand of bluegrass-inspired music. Bigtooth, the culmination of this shared history, keeps one hand on the book of bluegrass standards and the other on the songwriting pen. Count on a distinctive repertoire that intertwines traditional material and original compositions, delivered with precision, finesse, and style.

This month, Bigtooth will be joined by TBD!

6:30 start time. No cover

Cork 'n Bottle String Band is a Madison-based bluegrass band known for their lively performances that blend traditional bluegrass music with humor and storytelling. They often perform at local venues and events, showcasing their talent in instrumental music and three-part harmony singing.

6:30 Start time. No cover

Based in Madison, WI, the award-winning husband and wife duo of Mary Gaines (cello, guitar, bass, vocals) and Chris Wagoner (violin, mandolins, lapsteel, ukulele, guitar, accordion, vocals) play an eclectic mix of Americana—original and classic tunes ranging from folk to jazz, bluegrass to blues, honky-tonk and a little singer-songwriter on the side.

Each month, Mary and Chris invite a special musical guest to join them. This month’s guest is TBD.

Show time 4pm. $15 suggested donation

Melissa Kieler is an eclectic folk/rock/alt/pop singer-songwriter-instrumentalist with a powerful, soulful voice. Playing both originals and covers, she brings a passionate dynamic to the stage, and with it, a pinch of snarkiness and a dollop of dad jokes. Melissa is unlike any singer you have ever heard. Her unmistakable sound has been compared to performance legends Melissa Etheridge, Adele, Alanis Morrisette, Amy Winehouse, Lady Gaga, & Bishop Briggs.

6:30 start time. No cover.

With bagpipes, guitar, fiddle, celtic whistle, and a bodhran drum, Lochanside  play Scottish music, everything from centuries old traditional songs and upbeat dance tunes to new celtic music coming out of Scotland today.

Start time 8pm. No cover

O’Darby plays traditional Irish pub songs, ballads, improvisation & humor... adding lovely original songs in the spirit of the old style.

Start time 7:30. $10 suggested donation

The Sorry Mountain Band plays a varied and tasty mix of bluegrass, vintage country and swing.  Made up of veterans of the Madison bluegrass scene, the band emphasizes three-part vocal harmonies and feature under appreciated gems as well as old favorites.

Start time 6:30. No cover

All the members of Annie & the Oakies were part of the Oak Street Ramblers, a Madison favorite for nearly two decades. In 2022, the band rebranded and released its eponymous debut album. Although Annie and the Oakies has a foundation based on classic bluegrass stylings, its repertoire divulges a wider range of influences. Indeed, the unexpected cover song reworked to fit a bluegrass lineup has become a staple of the band’s live performances.

Start time 6:30. No cover

Canyon Arrow is Dan O'Brien and Nick Brown on vocals/guitar/bass, Andrew Harrison on vocals/lead guitar, Matt Nafranowicz on pedal steel and keyboards, and Ben Wolf on drums. These guys have been holding it down for years in Madison bands including Brown Derby, The North Country Drifters, Pupy Costello & the New Hiram Kings, and more.

6:30 Start time. No cover

Formed in Cambridge, Wisconsin. Bandmates bring a wealth of experience to the stage where their sounds blend the 1980's MTV vibe with classic rock and blues tunes that are sure to get you moving.

9pm start time. $10 cover

With the release of their latest single “Say It’s Over,” Maria and the Coins are ushering in their next era of indie pop-rock while retaining the lyrical integrity, powerhouse vocals, and early 2000s-inspired style that define their sound. The Minneapolis-based fivesome’s catalog consists of big-picture pop anthems, soulful ballads, and driving- with-the-windows-down-belt-your-heart-out bangers. From finding and losing love to struggles with mental health to searching for joy in the little corners of the universe— one idea remains a constant through it all: encouraging listeners to keep moving forward.

Bear in the Forest opens.

Start time 9pm. $10 cover

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Singer, Songwriter, and guitarist extraordinaire Andy Ewen will perform an acoustic show with fellow Honor Among Thieves founder Doug DeRosa on bass and emerging young guitarist Ryan Repenshek. 

5pm start time. No cover

Madison's hardest working Bluegrass band, Soggy Prairie, is proud to host the Madison Bluegrass Roundabout, a monthly Tuesday night series highlighting Southern Wisconsin's Bluegrass scene. The series will feature new and upcoming bands, as well as well-established groups. Each month will feature a set from Soggy Prairie followed by a set from guest artists Lucky Pickers.

No cover. 6:30pm start time.