Events

What better way to head into the Holiday Season than with the region's most seasoned - and awarded - R&B/blues band? Yes, we expect the place to be busy -… Read More »The Jimmys

Friday and Saturday, November 24 and 25, the Red Rooster thanks its patrons, its neighbors on Madison's East Side and in Monona, and ESPECIALLY all the musicians that have graced… Read More »Tate and the 008 Band – Appreciation Show and CD Release Party!

Friday and Saturday, November 24 and 25, the Red Rooster thanks its patrons, its neighbors on Madison's East Side and in Monona, and ESPECIALLY all the musicians that have graced… Read More »Paul Filipowicz Band with Guest Big Al Dorn – Appreciation Show

With a balanced complement of resonant and soulful vocals, taut guitar instrumentation, and introspective songwriting, Ivy Ford has developed into one of the brightest young performers on the Chicago blues stages. Recently, she's been featured with a weekly artist-in-residency show on Wednesdays at Rosa's in Chicago. From singing the blues to being sultry, she is… Read More »Ivy Ford

Always embracing the quirky side of musicianship, Cork 'n Bottle's lengthy Madison heritage traces to the long-gone downtown hole-in-the-wall, Ken's Bar & Grill. The group's fluid bluegrass numbers and audience engagement are part of their trademark presence.

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 Blues Jam immediately follows Trivia.

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!

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… 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… 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!