Events
Sam Russell and the Harborrats/Super Brick
Friday September 20th
Sam Russell & The Harborrats are a long-time beloved Seattle institution, distilling vintage rock n’ roll styles from the 1950s all the way through modern times. They create original songs drawn from the heart + soul of human experience …..while also reimagining some of the best songs ever written.
Super Brick (Rockford) opens.
$10 cover. 9pm start. 21+
09:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Kid’s Show with David Landau
Monday September 23rd
Every Monday
Kid’s love David!
Take a one hour break and have a little beverage while your little one is entertained.
$5 cover
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Bigtooth
Tuesday September 24th
Get your dose of Bigtooth on the fourth Tuesday of every month!
6:30 Start time. No cover
06:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Matthew Carlson
Thursday September 26th
After nearly 30 years of playing shows, making records and writing songs, it’s fair to call Matthew Carlson a veteran. From his current work in the Stick Arounds and Harborcoat, to his previous stints in The Pantones and Third Uncle, Carlson has spent a lifetime writing songs filled with vivid characters, detailed worlds, and personal touches.
6:30 Start time. No cover
06:30 PM - 08:30 PM
The Echo Rays/Sister Winchester
Friday September 27th
Coming together over a mutual passion for writing and playing melodic, jangly rock music, Madison’s Echo Rays are four experienced tone seekers. The band focuses on creating original songs inspired by Tom Petty, Wilco, The Replacements, and many more. Echo Rays consist of Tony Sellers on drums, Rob Garza on bass and backing vocals, Danny Hicks on guitar, and Jeff Burkhart on guitar and vocals. Watch for an upcoming Echo Rays show!
Sister Winchester is Wisconsin-based duo Jenna Lee and Shaun Marie, who have been laughing, singing, and creating together since childhood. Yes, they are in fact sisters, raised in the small town of Kiel, WI.
Start time 9pm. $10 cover. 21+
09:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Raddish/Madame Reaper/Carly Cooper
Saturday September 28th
Madame Reaper is a synth pop project based in Chicago, IL. Their debut record, Madame Reaper’s Gentlemen’s Club, dropped in Sept. 2023 and has since garnered nearly 100,000 streams and received praise from outlets such as Sound Opinions and Car Con
Madame Reaper will be sandwiched between opener, Carly Cooper, and headliners, Raddish.
Starts at 9pm. $10 Cover. 21+
09:00 PM - 12:00 AM
CED
Sunday September 29th
Three Hours is a Madison based vocal duo combining fingerstyle guitar (Ced) and drums (Rob Murphy). Their first LP "Green Lemon or Yellow Lime?" was released in February 2024 (digital and vinyl). Ced's 8 original tracks were recorded with a 3rd musician: multi instrumentalist Chris Wagoner. The trio will perform together for the record release party.
No cover. 5pm start time.
05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Mixed Open Mic
Tuesday October 1st
Monthly on every first Tuesday
You’ve got talent that you oughta share!
Sign up at 6:30. Performances run from 7 to 9pm.
No cover
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Smarter Than You Trivia
Wednesday October 2nd
Monthly on every first Wednesday
The best trivia in town is at the Harmony! Join us for the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month!
Free
06:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Lochanside
Thursday October 3rd
Lochanside, a Scottish folk band based in Madison. They consist of an electric bagpipe, guitar, fiddle, Irish flute, and a bodhran and play a mixture of upbeat Celtic dance music and traditional, easy-to-listen-to Scottish tunes.
No cover. 6:30 start
06:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Robert J
Sunday October 6th
It’s a pre-game tailgate party with Robert J!
Robert's music blends the styles which flow along the Mississippi River, from blues to country, folk to rootsy rock and roll. For this event, he’ll float on up the Wisconsin and Fox rivers ‘til he reaches Green Bay! Bring your personal floatation device.
Go Pack! Go!
No cover. Starts at 1pm
01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Annie & the Oakies
Wednesday October 9th
Everything you want in an evening of bluegrass…and MORE!
No cover. 6:30 start time.
06:30 PM - 08:30 PM
The Stop and Listen
Thursday October 10th
The Stop and Listen are a four piece band with unique instrumentation playing hot fiddle tunes, jug band blues, early country, and bluegrass inspired stringband music with a unique instrumentation and harmony voices. The band features Daniel Plane (fiddle/cello/voice), Calvin Woodring (harmonica/voice), Adam Helt-Baldwin (bass/voice), and Mike Tiboris (banjo).
No cover. 6:00 Start time.
06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Desperate Electric/Matt Milliams of STEEZ
Thursday October 10th
Hailing from the mountains of Montana, Desperate Electric is a captivating soul-pop duo that brings vibrant energy and infectious melodies to the forefront of the music scene. Comprised of two electrifying individuals, their name alone evokes a sense of urgency and excitement that resonates with audiences worldwide. With their flashy outfits, magnetic stage presence, and unparalleled live performances, Desperate Electric is a force to be reckoned with.
Opening: Matt Milliams! He’s the synth/keyboard driving force of STEEZ, Madison’s premier creep funk band.
$10 advance/$12 D.O.S. 9pm start. 21+
09:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Dave Tamkin & Co.
Saturday October 12th
Singer/Songwriter, Dave Tamkin, currently resides in Madison, CO via Boulder, CO and Chicago, IL. He has created his own unique style of rhythmic-acoustic sounds that's based around a fresh musical vision. His shows vary from intimate solo acoustic performances to a full band experience (DT&CO.) encapsulating a mixture of personal lyrics and skilled songwriting set against a high-energy percussive backbone.
He's shared the stage with Guster, Will Hoge,The Samples, Brendan James, Rusted Root, Donavon Frankenreiter, Butch Walker, Freddy Jones Band, Eric Hutchinson, Willy Porter, The Violent Femmes, and Peter Mulvey to name a few. Tamkin has a style that's hard to resist. His lyrics are unabashedly honest, and his passion for playing is undying.
09:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Combo Noir
Sunday October 13th
Combo Noir was founded in 2018 by genre-hopping vocalist Anna Purnell (Yid Vicious, Forward! Marching Band, Intemperance Collective, Dixie Sizzlers, etc.) and New Orleans transplant, pianist Adam St. Reiff. Drawing from varied, eclectic, and soulful repertoires, the band is a great accompaniment for everything from hootchie-cootchie dancing to staring pensively into your third martini.
$10 cover. 6pm start time.
06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Blues Dance Madison
Monday October 14th
Monthly on every second Monday
The second Monday of every month join Blues Dance Madison at the Harmony for a dance lesson and social.
Blues Dance Madison is a social dancing organization, dedicated to promotion and enjoyment of the blues dance aesthetic.
07:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Smarter Than You Trivia
Wednesday October 16th
Monthly on every third Wednesday
The 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month! Experience the best trivia in town with Madison’s best host! Paul has all of the right answers!
No cover, starts at 6:30.
06:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Corwin & Grace
Thursday October 17th
06:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Bent Antenna/Yarnells
Friday October 18th
Bent Antenna plays energetic Indie rock with perty harmonies & occasional psychedelic freak outs.
No cover. 9pm start.
09:00 PM - 12:00 AM
O’Darby & Friends
Sunday October 20th
Madison’s premier Irish pub band is back to it’s monthly residency at the Harmony!
$10 suggested donation. 4pm start.
04:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Bigtooth
Tuesday October 22nd
Bigtooth = Bluegrass. ‘Nuff said!
No cover. 6:30 start
06:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Cork ‘n Bottle String Band
Wednesday October 23rd
This 6-piece Bluegrass band showcases talented instrumentalists and amazing 3-part harmony singing. Fans of banjo pickin’ and fiddles and guitars will smile, a lot!
No cover. 6:30 start.
06:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Mike’s M.U.D. Music
Thursday October 24th
Mike Cahill (guitar & vocals) combines original compositions with an eclectic blend of American music. He draws on a variety of styles including folk, blues, pop, jazz, country and bluegrass while paying tribute to some of the finest songwriters of our generation — from Woody to Willie; from Dylan to the Dead; from Lennon and McCartney to Neil Young and John Prine. Song selections from three centuries of American music and unique arrangements will lead you on a journey down Americana’s memory lane.
No cover. 6:30 start.
06:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Tease! Burlesque Halloween Show
Saturday October 26th
Feeling mysterious and spooky? Altogether ooky? Well, let this show make things alright again!
Doors at 9:00. Show at 9:30.
$10 cover. 21+
09:30 PM - 11:30 PM
The Cajun Strangers
Sunday October 27th
Shuffle and slide along to Madison’s premier Cajun band!
$7 suggested donation. 5pm start time.
05:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Country Music Community Listening Event + Open Mic Night
Tuesday October 29th
Join us as MAMA (Madison Area Music Association) holds a listening session focused on the rich tapestry of Country Music, which is open to all members of the public. The event will kick-off with a one-hour discussion covering key topics such as: - The strengths and challenges faced by country musicians in our area. - How MAMA can enhance its support for the community through various initiatives. - Strategies aimed at nurturing young talents in the ever-evolving country music scene. This engaging session will be followed by the open mic segment, where we encourage everyone to participate! Are you or someone you know a musician, singer, songwriter, sound engineer, promoter, or simply a music enthusiast or fan of Country Music? Everyone is warmly invited to share their talents or just enjoy the evening!