Events

Madison, Wisconsin based funk band, RARE ELEMENT has developed a strong reputation for its high-intensity, live shows.  The band's highly talented 7-piece roster, including 3-piece horn section, bring massive energy to the stage at each performance.  The band is influenced by classic funk artists such as Fred Wesley, The Meters, Clyde Stubblefield, and Herbie Hancock.  See for… Read More »Rare Element

Cool Front is a Madison Wisconsin-based rock, blues, and funk trio covering artists like Stevie Ray Vaughn, Allman Bros., ZZTop, Robert Cray, Eric Clapton, Tom Petty, Stray Cats, Jon Mayer, Steeley Dan, Dire Straits, Santana, Tommy Castro, Lloyd Jones, and more. This talented band features Randy Kisling on guitar, Jeff Helmuth on bass, and Jim… Read More »Cool Front

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

Join us at the Red Rooster for a great rock show benefiting a great cause! Trash Pandas, Winterkill, and Egodeath are putting on the 12th annual Toys 4 Tots benefit show to help provide presents for children in need during the Holiday season. Join us early and grab a table and some delicious food ahead… Read More »Toys 4 Tots Benefit feat. Trash Pandas, Winterkill, Egodeath

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 6 and continue all night. The house band starts at 7 and jammers are invited up soon afterward. All playing levels are welcome. Stop in early for some great food before… Read More »Blues Jam with The Usual Suspects

Ivy Ford returns to the Red Rooster on Friday, December 20th for a night of energetic blues, R&B, and soul music. Known as The Blues Kitten, Ivy Ford will serve up an experience of music to soothe your soul & fill your heart... As a multi-instrumentalist including electric guitar, she performs song selections from not… Read More »Ivy Ford

Lynda & The ZEROS return to the Red Rooster for another exciting night of great music on Saturday, December 21st. 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… Read More »Lynda & The ZEROs

Scott Wilcox is a talented musician and songwriter with a sound that blends blues, rock, and folk elements. His journey began in his teenage years, and he has since worked hard to perfect his craft and gain recognition in the music industry. His success has included being featured on the Oprah Winfrey Lifeclass show, winning… Read More »Scott Wilcox

You may have heard Tall Paul Sabel's warm baritone voice and bluesy harmonica licks with the Ryan McGrath Band. You may have also heard him behind Lorenzo "Cat Daddy" Thompson at Madison and Milwaukee dates. Now he's fronting his own band, bringing his songwriting creativity and Chicago blues training to the Red Rooster stage! Paul… Read More »Tall Paul & The Naughty Cats

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 & Friends

The John Masino Band hails from Madison, Wisconsin and has won innumerable music awards for their distinctive rock sound! The current 4 piece line-up features guitarist/vocalist/songwriter, John Masino, an inimitable Midwest music veteran, and former CBS Nemperor Records recording artist. On lead vocals is one the Midwest's top vocalist's, the incomparable Bobby Duncanson. And featuring a powerful,… Read More »John Masino Band

BRONCO is a folk/alt-rock quartet from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Their influences range from contemporary folk outfits, such as Wilco and Big Thief, to heavier and more experimental groups like Nine Inch Nails and Type O Negative. BRONCO’s current lineup consists of Ollie (he/they) on drums, Gage (they/them) on bass, and Adrien (they/them) and Slater (they/them) sharing… Read More »BRONCO, The Kilroys, Sapsucker

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 their lineage, filtered through '70's rock's on-stage theater and technique. In addition to securing opening slots for Rival Sons, Blues Traveler, J Roddy Walston and… Read More »The Family Business

Mad City Funk plays classic Funk with a purpose and style. This 9-piece ensemble is a true Madison staple and they are taking over the Red Rooster on Saturday, July 6th from 8-11p. Get your boogie shoes on and prepare yourself for a great time! RED ROOSTER: redroostermadison.com

Raised in Iowa and South Dakota, Clayton Ryan’s homegrown country soul music reverberates with a nostalgic sound and powerful songwriting. His songs have been featured in American Songwriter, GemsOnVHS, B-Sides & Badlands, PBS, and Americana Road Show, and appeared in TV and film. An accomplished multi-instrumentalist, Clayton has performed and recorded with artists like Cristina… Read More »Clayton Ryan, 90-Proof, Girls Inside

Join us for an afternoon of Bingo to benefit Girls Rock Camp Madison! Musically themed prizes including concert tickets, gift cards, music memorabilia, a painted guitar and much, much more! Music provided by Gin Chocolate & Bottle Rockets with special guests GRC campers Ellie Mittlesteadt and Paige Kleber! Based out of Madison, Wisconsin, Gin, Chocolate… Read More »EARLY SHOW: BINGO Event In Support of Girls Rock Camp Madison (Fundraiser)

PLUGG is an electrifying power trio, performing high-energy hit songs that span the decades from the ‘60’s thru the 2000’s. Come join this super fun band as they rock the Red Rooster on Tuesday, January 21st!

A contemporary neo-soul and jazz fusion quartet based in Madison, WI, Toyger (fka Bad Mustard) has performed at Jazz at 5, Bur Oak, Come Back In, Bos Meadery, Leopold's Books Bar Caffè, Working Draft Beer Company, Make Music Madison, and numerous weddings, private parties, and events.

The Distractors' playlist reads like a comprehensive album collection from the late ’60s to the early 2000s – you’re bound to hear songs you recognize and songs you enjoy! Join the band at the Red Rooster on Saturday, January 25 for an evening of live music, great food and beverages, and a fun atmosphere.

Stefan Hillesheim is a German Native who moved to Los Angeles, California at age 27 to attend Musicians Institute (GIT) in Hollywood. Soon after his arrival, Stefan began to play gospel churches and live music venues around the country. In 2022 Stefan relocated to Chicago in pursuit of his love of the blues. Stefan is… Read More »Tuesday-Bluesday feat. Stefan Hillesheim