Madison
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Rare Element – $10
Rare Element – $10
Madison, Wisconsin based funk band, RARE ELEMENT has quickly 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, The Average… Read More »Rare Element – $10
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Orquesta Salsoul Del Mad – $10
Orquesta Salsoul Del Mad – $10
Madison's hottest fusion band brings Salsa and Soul, combining the best of two cultural worlds. Bringing together the fire of Latin rhythms, English lyrics, and the groove of Soul, Orquesta Salsoul Del Mad will have young and old dancing and feeling the grooves. The band is made up of some of the best local musicians,… Read More »Orquesta Salsoul Del Mad – $10
Josh Hoyer & Soul Colossal
Josh Hoyer & Soul Colossal
Night after night at their live shows, Josh Hoyer & Soul Colossal leave it all on the table, bringing crowds palpably authentic music. This is a real working band; music for the people, by the people. You hear the veracity in Hoyer’s voice. You hear the strife of a guitar amp being pushed to its… Read More »Josh Hoyer & Soul Colossal
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Six Month Anniversary Party Featuring Brandon Santini – $15
Six Month Anniversary Party Featuring Brandon Santini – $15
We've been open for six months. Come celebrate with us! Doors at 5 and show at 8. Cover is $15. There are many different opinions as to what the future of the blues harmonica will be. International touring vocalist and harmonica player Brandon Santini is undeniably a worthy player to keep an eye on as… Read More »Six Month Anniversary Party Featuring Brandon Santini – $15
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The Blues Party
The Blues Party
The Blues Party! has steadily grown a reputation for their wide variety of music, both originals and covers, sometimes fun and danceable, sometimes heavy and intense. They constantly incorporate other styles into their sound, along with plenty of gritty guitar licks and thick vocal harmonies, and back it up with a rock solid rhythm section. The Blues Party!… Read More »The Blues Party
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Avey Grouws Band – $10
Avey Grouws Band – $10
Avey Grouws Band defies labels with a powerful Quad Cities sound, blending blues, roots, rock and soul. The two-time top ten Billboard charting band are known for hard-hitting music and a live show filled with energy and fun! Sophomore album, "Tell Tale Heart", was recorded in Nashville, TN with Grammy award winner, Casey Wasner (Keb'… Read More »Avey Grouws Band – $10
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Ivy Ford – $10
Ivy Ford – $10
vy Ford is versatile, talented, and an old soul. From singing the Blues to being sultry, she is an indigo artist who's gift connects those who are around her and those who listen. Whether leading a full band or serenading a small audience solo on stage, Ivy Ford commands an energy that is most magical.… Read More »Ivy Ford – $10
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Mannish Boys – $10
Mannish Boys – $10
The Madtown Mannish Boys are a Madison-based blues band who are steeped in Chicago-style blues, including artists like Muddy Waters, Junior Wells, Otis Spann, Paul Butterfield, and Little Walter. They play harmonica-driven tunes with gritty fervor and dynamic energy. They perform with raw exuberance and driving rhythms that make you want to boogie! madtownmannishboys.com RED… Read More »Mannish Boys – $10
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Lizzi Neal Band – $10
Lizzi Neal Band – $10
Lizzi Neal Band takes decades of combined experience and love of all genres to create a paralyzing contemporary blues sound. Influenced at an early age by blues, soul and jazz, powerhouse Lizzi Neal displays mad-ranging vocals and the ability to co-write songs with Dave Neal that range from a witty, upbeat jazzy number to a… Read More »Lizzi Neal Band – $10
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Aaron Williams and Dusty Bo – $10
Aaron Williams and Dusty Bo – $10
Aaron Williams and the Hoodoo’s music is unwavering, filtering blues, soul, roots, and rock through a prism of emotional authenticity. What emerges isn’t a reinvention of the wheel, rather something undeniable, and the very definition of a force of nature. It’s real American music at its core and at its best. aaronwilliamsandthehoodoo.com "With his edgy… Read More »Aaron Williams and Dusty Bo – $10
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Ryan Chrys & the Rough Cuts
Ryan Chrys & the Rough Cuts
Ryan Chrys & The Rough Cuts bring forth new energy to music fans who love the heroes and outlaws of old. Influenced by the songs and personalities of legends like Waylon and Willie, they drive their sound with blazing guitars and a rock n roll attitude. The band pays respect to classic styles, but anyone… Read More »Ryan Chrys & the Rough Cuts
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Brandon Santini – $15
Brandon Santini – $15
We've been open for six months. Come celebrate with us! Doors at 5 and show at 8. Cover is $15. There are many different opinions as to what the future of the blues harmonica will be. International touring vocalist and harmonica player Brandon Santini is undeniably a worthy player to keep an eye on as… Read More »Brandon Santini – $15
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Joyann Parker – $15
Joyann Parker – $15
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 combines soul, R&B, gospel, jazz and traditional blues styles. Parker has been a steadily rising star on the Minneapolis music scene, and with the release… Read More »Joyann Parker – $15
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Family Business -$12
Family Business -$12
The Family Business has garnered recognition both locally and beyond. In addition to securing opening slots for Rival Sons, Blues Traveler, J Roddy Walston and the Business, Cracker, SIMO, Black Stone Cherry, and Greta Van Fleet, the band has won a number of Madison Area Music Awards (MAMAs) and secured multiple nominations Wisconsin Area Music… Read More »Family Business -$12
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Altered Five Blues Band – $12
Altered Five Blues Band – $12
Altered Five smokes, smolders and burns like a swig of good whiskey. The hip Milwaukee quintet is known for its strong brew of tough, original blues and hard-hitting live shows. Blues Blast raves that barrel-chested front man Jeff Taylor possesses a “smooth, warm-toned voice as monumental and undeniable as Howlin’ Wolf with the finish and… Read More »Altered Five Blues Band – $12
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Foocoustics
Foocoustics
If you like Foo Fighters, Nirvana, 90's music, or just classic rock in general, get your groove thing down at the Red Rooster and party with us!
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Candy Cigarette – CANCELLED
Candy Cigarette – CANCELLED
Candy Cigarette are a dynamic blues rock duo formed in the winter of 2019 by identical twins Isaac and Lucas Deitz from Oconomowoc, WI. At age 11, the boys wrote, recorded, and released their self-titled debut EP. Now 13, these two are pushing even harder as they continue to write new original music and play… Read More »Candy Cigarette – CANCELLED
Pop-up Show – Madtown Mannish Boys
Pop-up Show – Madtown Mannish Boys
We had a last-minute cancellation and so we're doing a pop-up show with the Madtown Mannish Boys tonight. Show starts at 7 and runs until about 9 or 9:30. We hope to see you there! No cover but donations for the band are very much appreciated! madtownmannishboys.com
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Alex Wilson Family Band – $10
Alex Wilson Family Band – $10
A versatile musician, Alex Wilson effortlessly switches between genres. He plays everything from sweet Beale Street blues, West Coast swing, and hard Texas grinders to stone cold Chicago grooves. Alex’s style and tasty originals matched with his undeniable stage presence and unmistakable guitar style will drive you to the dance floor.
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Kelly Jackson – $10
Kelly Jackson – $10
Kelly Jackson is an international award winning Native American artist. Her edgy and soulful pieces have decorated stages across the US. Ms. Jackson’s genre is Native Americana, having roots in folk, jazz, country, hip/hop and rock all infused with native influences such as drums, shakers, bells and the majestic sound of the native flute. She… Read More »Kelly Jackson – $10