Events

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

Join us as we bid farewell to 2024 and welcome in 2025 with BLUE YEAR'S EVE at the Red Rooster on Tuesday, December 31st! We are so excited to have Wisconsin Blues Hall of Fame Inductee James Earl Tate and The 008 Band kicking the evening off with an early show starting at 6:00p. A… Read More »BLUE YEAR’S EVE BASH! Birddog Blues Band, Tate & The 008 Band

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 w/ The Usual Suspects

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

Join us Sunday, January 5th from noon to 6p for Harmony For Healing, a benefit for the victims and families of Abundant Life Christian School. Hosted by Madison Flatman and Between Two Lakes, this event is the first in a series of two events that will feature a long list of local artists donating their… Read More »Harmony For Healing – ALCS Benefit Show

Andy Braun is a WAMI-nominated singer-songwriter with a folk-rock feel. On Tuesday, January 7th, the Red Rooster will host Real Young: a unique Neil Young tribute show experience. Andy Braun will perform Neil Young’s greatest hits and other Neil classics and share the stories behind the songs. Andy Braun -> https://andybraun.com/index.html

Green Bay native Billy Flynn is one of blues music's top go-to guitarists, with well over 100 releases on which he's contributed. One of these - the soundtrack to "Cadillac… Read More »Billy Flynn

The Red Rooster hosts a Blues Jam nearly every Thursday! Musician sign-ups begin at 6 and continue all night. This week’s host is Madison blues legend James Earl Tate, host… Read More »Tate’s Blues Jam

The Red Rooster welcomes back one of Madison's most accomplished musical units, the Bill Roberts Combo, for a Friday happy hour show! Shaped by jazz/blues stylings in the tradition of… Read More »Happy Hour Jazz w/ Bill Roberts Combo

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 Friday, January… Read More »Mad City Funk

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… Read More »Clayton Ryan, 90-Proof, Girls Inside

Join us Sunday, January 12th from noon to 6p for Harmony For Healing, a benefit for the victims and families of Abundant Life Christian School. Hosted by Madison Flatman and… Read More »Harmony For Healing – ALCS Benefit

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 w/ Fringe Field

Jules lolyn of Jules and the Gems, Kris Sheehan of American Feedbag, and Tim Eddy of Lone Goat Rodeo get together for a songwriters round at the Red Rooster in… Read More »Songwriters Showcase feat. Jules lolyn, Kris Sheehan, & Tim Eddy

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 w/ The Usual Suspects

The eMpTy Vees are Madison's premier dance party band playing all your favorite 80's Synth Pop & rock favorites. This talented cast of musicians have been gracing the Red Rooster… Read More »The eMpTy Vees

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!… Read More »EARLY SHOW: BINGO Event In Support of Girls Rock Camp Madison (Fundraiser)

Joined together by a love of early swingin’ rock and roll, the Hungry Williams play music that puts a smile on your face and a spring in your step. Legendary… Read More »LATE SHOW: The Hungry Williams