Events

So you wanna be a rock and roll star? Head on down to the Red Rooster for Live Band Karaoke and front a live band on stage at one of Madison's premier music venues! It's gonna be a 90's/00's grunge and alt-rock kind of a night, so be ready to give us your best Eddie… Read More »Live Band Karaoke with Fringe Field

“One of the best vocalists working today, John Németh has received a multitude of nominations for Blues Blast and Blues Music Awards, with four consecutive BMA nominations for the B.B King Entertainer Of The Year Award. His live shows highlight his dynamic stage presence, super-tight band, and a wealth of original songs that range from… Read More »John Nemeth

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 and semi-pro players are encouraged!

Featuring a lineup inspired by the Golden Girls, Betty Fight brings a high energy setlist of guitar driven hard rock. Formed in winter of 2022, the band has been bringing their pick of familiar favorites from genres across the board to bars and basements near you. '90s emo/alternative, classic rock, blues, metal, grunge, and even… Read More »Betty Fight, Thegradation

Sista Sensi dreamed of Jamaica since she was a small child in Wisconsin. She says she told her family at the age of ten that she would live in Jamaica. By 1974 at the age of 22 she had made her dream come true and went on to spend the next ten+ years there. She… Read More »Sista Sensi and The Buds

We are excited to celebrate people's choice of living a sober life with a fun, FREE, outdoor show on Sunday, August 25th in the Red Rooster parking lot. While it might not be for everyone, we want to acknowledge those who abstain from alcohol with the opportunity to enjoy live music in an environment that… Read More »Sober Celebration feat. The Material Boys

The Red Rooster is excited to be hosting a community discussion about blues music in Madison alongside the MAMA. The MAMA mission is helping the greater Madison area flourish by nurturing youth in music and championing the broader music community by building a lasting, self-regenerating legacy of musical excellence. Also known as the Madison Area… Read More »MAMA Blues Music Community Listening Event and Jam Session

The distinctive brand of Americana performed by Don't Spook The Horse grows from twisting ancient folk songs and newer deep-cut covers and blending them with carefully crafted originals, all with plenty of space for improvisation. Simple is beautiful. Each voice contributes equally to the band’s wooden mélange. Singer/guitarist David Heuring (The Resistance, The North Westerns)… Read More »Don’t Spook The Horse

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 the gifted songwriter, vocalist, and harmonica player Andy Smith. The house band starts at 8 and jammers are invited up soon afterward. Professional and semi-pro players are encouraged! Andy Smith -> https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551103310864

Tony Kannen has a style is rooted in the American Music tradition of power lead vocals.  Whether a blues shout, rock-n-roll howl or soulful ballad, he effectively delivers a lyric in a crisp authoritative voice and melodious tone. Tony's close association with this music goes back a lifetime.  Growing up in a family of singers… Read More »Tony Kannen and Friends

The Stefan Geisinger Band is a four-piece rockin’ blues band (electric guitar, bass guitar, keys, drums) based out of Eau Claire, WI. Over the past 6 years SGB has had success expressing themselves and making connections at blues festivals, theaters, community events, and wherever else they could set up and play. SGB plays recognizable blues… Read More »Stefan Geisinger Band

Sunday, September 1st, the Red Rooster is excited to welcome Up From The Skies, a Tribute to the music of Jimi Hendrix. “Besides the hits, I choose songs for our shows that I wish Jimi would have had the chance to play and develop more live”, says Dennis Shepherd, bandleader, guitarist and vocalist for Madison,… Read More »Up From The Skies: Jimi Hendrix Tribute

Come enjoy live music with Red Rooster & Girl Crush- A unique acoustic duo focused on smooth vocal harmonies and new twists on the classics you already love. Kayce (known for her stage presence and powerful vocals in the band 2am) has been writing music and playing guitar behind the scenes for many years. She… Read More »Girl Crush – Acoustic Duo

The Red Rooster Open Mic returns on Wednesday, September 4 at 7:00p with host Jack Tomlinson. We've had many inquiries about this so we figured let's give it a shot and see what kind of great undiscovered talent there is in Madison. This can be music, comedy, poetry, you name it, as long as it… Read More »Red Rooster Open Mic hosted by Jack Tomlinson

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 house band starts at 8 and jammers are invited up soon afterward. All playing levels are welcome!

Moses Patrou is a singer and songwriter with a distinct and warm baritone voice that he compliments with his Hammond organ playing that seamlessly blends Blues, Soul, Country and Jazz, much like one might be accustomed to hearing in places like Memphis or New Orleans, creating a cozy atmosphere, sometimes subtle, sometimes exciting, always entertaining.… Read More »Moses Patrou, Johnny Chimes and the Natch’l Blues Band

With powerhouse lead and backing vocals, and an instrumental punch that more than fills a venue, local favorites Lynda & the ZEROs are at the forefront of top area dance bands. Their upbeat repertoire covers classic Motown and funky soul to contemporary R&B and rock, bringing out the dancer in everyone. If you saw them… Read More »Lynda and The ZEROs

Dogtown Hollow is a musical project based in Madison, WI, 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"… Read More »Dogtown Hollow

Laughter will be on full display at the Red Rooster with Sip N' Spit Comedy Night on Tuesday, September 10th presented by Oceans Freeze Productions. Hosted by Jimi C, this night of hilarity will have sets by Lewis Bee, Dre Loy, and John Freitag, as well as a musical performance by Ayo Dante. The show… Read More »Sip & Spit Comedy Night hosted by Lewis Bee

Ty Toomsen presents a traditional sound on genre blending Americana.  Hailing from the hills of Missouri, the music represents the common folk and working class, found in the heartland of America.  Being spoon fed doses of classic country and blues as a child Ty learned what it meant to write and sing a song with… Read More »Ty Toomsen & Friends, The Ramble Duo