Events

Remember MTV in the 90’s? The Distractors sure do. Come out and hear them play all of your favorite hits from the 90’s, unplugged!

$10 Cover. 21+. 9pm start time.

Folk, ambient music, roots rock…all with a little holiday spirit!

$10 Cover. 21+. 9pm start time.

Madison’s premier purveyors of Irish pub music.

$10 suggested donation. 6pm start time.

Kid’s love David!

Take a one hour break and have a little beverage while your little one is entertained.

$5 cover

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.

Jeff is a Madison treasure!

Growing up in small town Indiana, he cut class to find adventures on the backroads, bounced around in North Carolina for a couple of years, then landed in Madison WI, where he found many great musical collaborators in various bands playing locally and regionally at coffeeshops, barrooms, taverns and outdoor festivals.

No cover. 6:30pm start.  

This extremely versatile musical group led by the flame-haired songstress Megan (Flinn) Levy can rock a club with their special blend of jump blues and swing tunes or provide an inspired program of torch song classics by the likes of Billie Holiday, Peggy Lee, and Anita O’Day.

$10 Cover. 21+. 9pm start

Roots rock Americana from the four lakes! Dogtown Hollow is a musical project featuring a mix of Americana, Country, and roots-rock music. All songs are written and arranged by JT Spartz (vocals, guitars) with Mason Aumanstal (bass, vocals), Brian Bentley (drums) and Tim Haub (guitars, vocals). The band is busy promoting their new EP, Rivers, Roads, & Bridges.

$10 cover. 21+. 5pm start

On tour since 1996, catch this Madison based, international sensation LIVE at the Harmony.

No cover. 6:30 start time

Led by artistic director/renowned Flamenco dancer Danica Sena, this talented international ensemble promises a unique concept fusion of music and dance.  Immerse yourselves in flamenco, folk, jazz, blues, Cuban and African rhythms as you embark on a journey that transcends borders.  Immediately following the concert there will be a Latin dance party where you can continue this celebration of culture, community and freedom of expression.  A portion of proceeds from this event will be donated to Community Immigration Law Center.   

Featuring Guest Artist Danica Sena (flamenco dance, vocals, percussion) together with:

Louka Patenaude (guitar/vocals)

Juan Tomás Martínez París (cajón, percussion, vocals)

Darren Sterud (trombone, vocals)

Juan Carlos Díaz Vélez (palmas)

Melissa Ganshert (flamenco dance)

Marybel Meier (flamenco dance)

$25adv/$30dos. Starts at 8pm

(Advance ticket sales end the day before show. On the day of show, tickets will be available no earlier than 7pm).

Jump and jive with Madison’s sultriest, loungiest and bestiest of best Combo Noir! Ring in the new year with your friends in the ‘hood. Champaign toast at midnight!

$12 adv/$15 dos. 21+. 9pm start time

(Advance ticket sales end the day before show. On the day of show tickets will be available no earlier than 8:30pm).

The best trivia in town is at the Harmony! Join us for the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month!

Free

Charlie Rae, American Rock Music, Singer-Songwriter has crafted a name for herself on Social Media. Her recordings, along with her feisty down- home personality, has resonated widely with audiences around the world. 

Born and raised in Phoenix, AZ. Charlie Rae has been singing since the age of 7, and writing professionally at 17 years old.

No cover. 6:30 start time.

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.

Suggested donation $10. 4pm start time.

The Harmony Mixed Open Mic happens every first Tuesday of the month. Sign up to perform is 6:30. Three song limit for musicians and 5 minute limit for spoken word/poetry/comedy.

No cover. Show starts at 7:00pm.

Americana? Bluegrass? Folk? Whatever you want to call it. Annie and the Oakies are just plain great!

No cover. 6:30pm start.

Robert J. is an award-winning singer/songwriter/recording artist who has been a mainstay in the Wisconsin music scene for decades. After living in Connecticut for the past few years, Robert has returned to Madison and is booking solo gigs and shows with his band, The Moon Gypsies. Robert's music blends the styles which flow along the Mississippi River, from blues to country, folk to rootsy rock and roll. 

No cover. 6:30pm start time

Western Psychedelic Folk Band from The Great Lakes Region. More details on this Appleton-based band here: https://isiahandthenewpeople.com

$10 Cover. 21+. 9pm start time.

Get your shuffle on with Madison favorites, the Cajun Strangers!

$7 suggested donation. 5pm start time.

It’s a musicians in the round format that highlights some of the best local musicians on the Madison Open Mic circuit. Here’s who’s featured for this round:

Dana Perry, Dawg Bawls, Thomas Heiber-Cobb, The Sharp Keys 

No cover. 7pm start.

Vacant Church's debut album Stabilizer (2022) drew comparisons to Beck and The Flaming Lips. Weaving psych pop and folk rock, the Madison (WI) band's diverse roots and influences scaffold and texturize the sketches of a singer-songwriter.

Moonboot traffics in original synth-heavy, guitar-driven psych/garage rock.

$10 Cover. 21+. 9pm start time

January’s a cold month. Why not warm it up with some fabulous music? O’Darby plays traditional Irish pub songs, ballads, improvisation & humor...adding lovely original songs in the spirit of the old style.

$10 suggested donation. 4pm start time.

Madison's hardest working Bluegrass band, Soggy Prairie, is proud to host the Madison Bluegrass Roundtable, a monthly 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 a guest band. 

No cover. 6:30pm start time.

On tour since 1996, catch this Madison based, international sensation LIVE at the Harmony.

No Cove. 6:30 Start time.

The SoundBillies are a Madison based music group that primarily plays contemporary bluegrass/ roots music with many tunes from the blues genre.

No cover. Start time6:30pm

Lochanside is a Scottish folk band  consisting of an electric bagpipe, guitar, fiddle, Irish flute, and a bodhran. This Madison based quartet play a mixture of upbeat celtic dance music and traditional, easy-to-listen-to Scottish tunes.

In honor of Robert “Rabbie” Burns, the national poet of Scotland, Lachanside  will present songs from throughout the Scottish countryside. While the performance is free to all fans of Scottish music, the Harmony and Lachanside will be offering a  musical and whisky pairing for four songs. For a $25 ticket, participants will receive a “flight” (four drams) of Scotch to pair with four tunes from regions that are home to those whiskies. Participant in this ticketed offering must be 21 years of age. Tickets for the tasting are limited. Order via the button provided below.

No cover for the music. Pre-order for the whisky tasting is strongly encouraged.

8pm start time.

Bluegrass that will heat you up on a cold winter night!

No cover. Starts time 6:30pm

Lou Shields continues the tradition of American music with a solo-performance that pulls in styles of days-gone-by. Using his 1931 National Resonator Guitar or Banjo accompanied by a unique front porch style of foot percussion and harmonica, he uses his voice as an extension of the past. Lou carries a full sound during live performances while sharing stories, thoughts and experiences with the audience.

No cover. 6:30pm start.

Four-piece power pop band from Wisconsin. Writing snappy tunes with sappy lyrics since 2013.

Welcome to the Marigold Motel! While staying with us you will take in sweet notes of Midwest Surf Rock and hints of Jangle Pop with influences from 1960s British Psychedelia and Americana. Marigold Motel originates from Madison, WI.

$10 Cover. 21+. 9pm start.

Just the right blend of Bluegrass, Folk and Americana!

No cover. 6:30pm start.

Bring your sweat heart to the best burlesqsue show in town!

$10 cover. 21+. Show starts at 9:30.

BAMM is a dynamic musical ensemble led by singer-songwriter Bo Allen Messer. Whether performing solo with his acoustic guitar or accompanied by a full band, BAMM delivers a captivating blend of Americana, folk, and rock influences that resonate with audiences of all ages.

Sharin’ Barrels opens.

$10 Cover. 21+. 9pm start time.

O’Darby Irish Pub Band has been thrilling audiences with their exquisite vocal harmonies for years. See what all the fuss is about!

$10 suggested donation. 4pm start time

Madison's hardest working Bluegrass band, Soggy Prairie, is proud to host the Madison Bluegrass Roundtable, a monthly 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 a guest band. 

No cover. 6:30pm start time.

Madison's favorite theremin-driven Ramones tribute band returns to the Harmony stage for a rare and electrifying appearance. Their friends The Low Czars will open with songs both oft-requested and generally neglected from genres spanning power-pop, garage-rock, R&B, and more.

$10 Cover. Start time 5pm

Bluegrass that will heat you up on a cold winter night!

No cover. Starts time 6:30pm

Influenced by everything from folk-rock & blues, to hip-hop, Noah has recorded and released several albums which blend the singer-songwriter, acoustic, rock, urban, and electronic styles into a singular Acoustic-Tronic genre. Currently based out of Madison, WI and regularly touring the Midwest, Noah performs with the use of a looper pedal and various effects, creating a wildly entertaining, full-band sound.

No cover. Start time 6:30pm