Events

With a powerhouse of combined vocal, instrumental, and songwriting talent, the Blue Olives remain one of Madison’s busiest acts in the soul and funk groove. Expect a hot night on the dance floor to shake off the late autumn chill! https://youtu.be/tCEMvVJ_5ng  

Milwaukee's Blues Disciples have been bringing their blues prowess to clubs and festivals across the Midwest region since 1990.  Founded by harmonica/vocal frontman “Barefoot” Jimmy Schwarz and backed by the jazzy crispness of guitarist Paul "Walnuts" Stilin, the group maintains the respect for the Chicago electric blues of the ’50’s and 60’s. Influenced initially by… Read More »The Blues Disciples

The Hungry Williams is, pure and simple, a band for dancers. The group, all veteran Milwaukee musicians, raids the raucous R&B of 1950's/60's New Orleans with a set list of deep cuts from the Imperial, Specialty, and Minit catalogues. Even if you're not a dancer, you're sure to feel the joyful rhythm and pulse of… Read More »The Hungry Williams

When Travis Ried made his debut at the Rooster a few months ago, he quickly won over the crowd with passionate original lyrics and dynamic, emphatic blues vocals and guitar… Read More »Travis Ried Band

Karaoke has been rockin' the Red Rooster this fall, courtesy of Tricia and her 50,000-song library of material – covering all genres and eras of music! There's a new theme… Read More »Karaoke with Tricia!

One of Madison's more eclectic rock bands, this ensemble of musicians champions a collector's stash of obscure tunes in their growing list of covers - seamlessly interspersing them with their… Read More »The Low Czars

The Red Rooster hosts a Blues Jam nearly every Thursday! This week’s show will be hosted by the Usual Suspects. Musician sign-ups begin at 7 and continue all night. The… Read More »Thursday Blues Jam – Featuring The Usual Suspects

With an appropriately named band (as scions of other musicians), Green County's Family Business has garnered recognition both locally and beyond. Their sound draws from the blues music heritage of… Read More »The Family Business

It's an afternoon of outlaw country and rockin' honky tonk as Railhopper  returns to the Red Rooster on Sunday, December 10th, beginning at 3:30 pm. It's also birthday week for… Read More »Railhopper

For several holiday seasons, Melvis has been entertaining folks with her repertoire of Elvis and Elvisized songs - holiday and otherwise...But always to recorded music... UNTIL THIS YEAR!! Come catch… Read More »MELVIS Xmas – with Full Band!

Karaoke has been rockin' the Red Rooster this fall, courtesy of Tricia and her 50,000-song library of material – covering all genres and eras of music! What better theme after… Read More »Karaoke With Tricia – Elvis Special!

Join the ever-witty Bianca Lynn Breeze – Madison’s premier drag queen bingo hostess and Miss Gay Wisconsin US of A for 2023!! – as she returns to the Red Rooster… Read More »Drag Bingo with Bianca Lynn Breeze!

Catch Trivia Night every other Thursday, with Tricia and her skillfully crafted array of stumpers! Bring your own team, or create one with others that evening at the Rooster! The… Read More »Trivia Night With Tricia!

The Red Rooster hosts a Blues Jam nearly every Thursday! Musician sign-ups begin at 7 and continue all night. This week’s host is Madison blues legend James Earl Tate, host of blues jams across five decades! The house band starts at 8 and jammers are invited up soon afterward. Professional players are encouraged!

Enjoy a double-bill with two of Wisconsin's top singer-songwriters, Chris Haise and Sam Ness! The Milwaukee based Chris Haise Band’s (pronounced Hi-zee) music is a blend of hook filled ballads and toe tappers. Mixing Folk and Rock, Haise’s vocals have been described as Dylan meets Springsteen meets Petty, while his lyrics have been described as… Read More »Chris Haise Band and Sam Ness

Come to the Red Rooster and take a 300mph ride on the front-bumper of Circus -- the greatest hard rock sideshow melting faces, making eardrums bleed, and taking you back… Read More »Circus

Milwaukee's "Big" Al Dorn may not be as big in size as he once was - but when it comes to harmonica tone and technique, he's living large. With strong… Read More »“Big” Al Dorn & the Blues Howlers

Karaoke has been rockin' the Red Rooster this fall, courtesy of Tricia and her 50,000-song library of material – covering all genres and eras of music! For the last Karaoke… Read More »Karaoke With Tricia – Holiday / Ugly Sweater Special!!

The Red Rooster welcomes back one of Madison's most accomplished musical units, the Bill Roberts Combo. Shaped by jazz/blues stylings in the tradition of Wes Montgomery and Kenny Burrell, Roberts… Read More »Bill Roberts Combo