Events

The Red Rooster Open Mic returns on Tuesday, October 8th at 7:00p with host Jack Tomlinson. Bring your talent to the stage and meet other like-minded artists! This can be music, comedy, poetry, you name it, as long as it makes sense on a club stage. Slots will be in 10 to 15-minute increments and… Read More »Open Mic hosted by Jack Tomlinson

Too Sick Charlie and his genuine one man band have gained a reputation of playing uncompromising, no-nonsense  roots music, deeply influenced by the blues of the north Mississippi Hill country. With his 3 string cigar box guitar he picks out hip-shakin’ licks and lays down some solid beats with his drum kit. And throw in some… Read More »Too Sick Charlie

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!

Robert Allen Jr. delivers a good time blues show played with tons of soul. The members of his band are true professionals. Without stopping between tunes, they seamlessly lay down one groove after another, and you can’t help but appreciate the passion they pump into every note. Robert's presence takes over the stage and he… Read More »Robert Allen Jr.

Automatic Lover is what happens when a singer from Sonora, Mexico gets in a room with a drummer from the banks of Lake Superior. When keyboards steeped in jazz and… Read More »Automatic Lover, Play Machine

Maestranza plays a mix of covers and originals from a variety of genres rooted in modern jazz and funk. Led by guitarist Nathan Relles, the band features some of the… Read More »Maestranza

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… Read More »Live Band Karaoke with Fringe Field

Fully formed in 2018, Moon Goons have spent countless hours oozing their psych-prog weirdness around the midwest and beyond. Known for their use of thick synths, a high energy rhythm… Read More »Moon Goons, Candy Cigarette

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… Read More »Blues Jam with The Usual Suspects

Kyle Megna & the Monsoons is an original Wisconsin band with an ever-growing following locally and beyond. The band has shared the stage with acts such as Toto, Michael Franti… Read More »Kyle Megna & The Monsoons

One of the top Rooster tribute bands, Madison's Foo Foo Dolls rock out with all your favorite '80's and '90's sing-along rock anthems! With several vocalists covering a wide range… Read More »Foo Foo Dolls

For over a decade, Kurt Allen has been fusing gritty old school blues, vintage soul, swampy bayou funk, and more into a relentless blues-rock machine. His songwriting reflects  craftsmanship honed… Read More »Kurt Allen Band

The Low Czars are a smartly crafted cover band that plays hits songs and deep cuts and delivers them all with affection and honest, nerdy musicianship. Born out of a… Read More »The Low Czars

Amanda B. Perry is a Minneapolis based Singer-songwriter and pianist, with a passion for powerful love songs and the perfect dirty martini. With a vocal sound that hints at Cher… Read More »Amanda B. Perry

The Red Rooster hosts a Blues Jam nearly every Thursday! This week’s show will be hosted by Dan Walkner Band. Musician sign-ups begin at 6 and continue all night. The… Read More »Blues Jam with Dan Walkner Band

With roots in the church and a solid foundation of musical education, Joyann Parker found her authentic voice later in life and created her own blend of roots music that… Read More »Joyann Parker

NOTE: THIS SHOW IS NOW SOLD OUT! Altered Five Blues Band is back for another Halloween Bash on Saturday, October 26! Altered Five Blues Band smokes, smolders and burns like… Read More »SOLD OUT!!! Altered Five Blues Band – Halloween Bash!

Join us October 27th for early Halloween Sunday-Funday matinee celebration featuring Oceanographer, Buster Sales, and Sheebie & The Lovemakers. This sitcom-themed show encourages people to dress up for the occasion… Read More »Oceanographer, Sheebie & The Lovemakers

Live band karaoke returns to the Red Rooster on Tuesday, October 29th. Madison's '80's music veterans, the eMpTy Vees, will provide the backing - just pick your song from their… Read More »Live Band Karaoke with The eMpTy Vees

Brother Jefferson is fronted by singer, composer & entertainer Jeff Chapman, who has been performing live since the mid-1970’s. Including being involved in the tradition that is the St. Louis… Read More »Brother Jefferson Band