upcoming Live music
Adrift Trio
Adrift is a Madison, Wisconsin acoustic trio featuring members Carol Barth, Wayne Seiter, and Michael Garrity. The group plays a diverse acoustic variety of blues, R&B, pop, rock, Americana, and country.
Shukar Muzika
Shukar Muzika (“Beautiful Music” in the Sinti Romani language) is the jazz string duo of Linda Binder on violin and Gian Compuesto on guitar. Playing music reminiscent of great string duos such as Grappelli/Reinhardt and Venuti/Lang as well as jazz standards, expect a performance filled with stirring melodies and imaginative improvisation.
Mark Malin
Jazz guitarist Mark Malin has been playing for over 40 years. A Wisconsin native, Mark moved to Arizona where he honed his skills gigging regularly across the Phoenix Valley. This primarily self taught guitarist has played in large and small jazz combos, duos, and as a soloist. Recently returning to Wisconsin, Mark now lives in New Glarus where he brings his unique smooth style jazz guitar to local venues.
The Hot Club of Madison
The Hot Club of Madison is a collective of musicians, led by Gian Compuesto, dedicated to the music of jazz guitar legend Django Reinhardt and the Sinti/Manouche communities of France, Germany, and the Netherlands. Expect an exciting range of guitar driven jazz and swing standards, modern Jazz Manouche, classic Sinti/Manouche melodies, and homages to the sounds of the Quintette du Hot Club de France.
JIM WHITE
Madison musician Jim White can be heard around town wielding nothing more than his acoustic guitar and a heartfelt mix of indie-folk and indie-pop tunes. These days, Jim continues entertaining crowds by sharing an eclectic mix of his favorite songs. From Ryan Adams to Justin Townes Earle, Dawes to Death Cab, there's a little something for everyone.
Mike McCloskey
Longtime Madison-area musician Mike McCloskey is a singer/guitarist who has played thousands of live performances throughout Wisconsin, and Illinois both as an acoustic solo artist and with Madison WI area bands. His rich musical background has taken him from jazz standards to country, swing, folk, rock, Irish and blues.
JIM WHITE
Madison musician Jim White can be heard around town wielding nothing more than his acoustic guitar and a heartfelt mix of indie-folk and indie-pop tunes. These days, Jim continues entertaining crowds by sharing an eclectic mix of his favorite songs. From Ryan Adams to Justin Townes Earle, Dawes to Death Cab, there's a little something for everyone.
Vince Sweeney
Enjoy the relaxing music of acoustic guitarist and singer Vince Sweeney, a native Madisonian whose expansive song list spans the decades. From Neil Young to The Beatles, from the Eagles to Dylan, Springsteen, Petty and many more, Sweeney strings together great cover songs that add up to an enjoyable and peaceful evening of live music.
Christo's Novelty Combo
Christo's Novelty Combo presents a unique mixture of the Vaudeville era, novelty infused hot steel guitar and ukulele of the 1920s and 30s “Hawaiian Craze” and the swinging sounds of French jazz from the 1930s and 40s. Think Hot Hawaiian guitar meets Jazz à la Django!
Steve Weber
From Classic Rock, to Country, with some oldies and one hit wonders thrown in, you will hear a little bit of everything when you join Steve Weber for some music and fun. Steve's roots are in rock & roll and over the years he has performed with a couple southern Wisconsin bands, but now days he enjoys brining some rockin' solo acoustic music to area establishments. Steve has also performed at the Janesville Performing Arts Center, in a couple of original musical productions, that included several original songs he wrote.
JIM WHITE
Madison musician Jim White can be heard around town wielding nothing more than his acoustic guitar and a heartfelt mix of indie-folk and indie-pop tunes. These days, Jim continues entertaining crowds by sharing an eclectic mix of his favorite songs. From Ryan Adams to Justin Townes Earle, Dawes to Death Cab, there's a little something for everyone.
Matt Rodgers Jazz Duo
Matt Rodgers is one of those bassists that has the ability to play any style of music you throw at him, and his versatility has led him to play with more groups than can be named here. Rock & Pop, Jazz & Gypsy swing, to Latin & Afro-Pop, he has played them all.
JIM WHITE
Madison musician Jim White can be heard around town wielding nothing more than his acoustic guitar and a heartfelt mix of indie-folk and indie-pop tunes. These days, Jim continues entertaining crowds by sharing an eclectic mix of his favorite songs. From Ryan Adams to Justin Townes Earle, Dawes to Death Cab, there's a little something for everyone.
Mark Malin
Jazz guitarist Mark Malin has been playing for over 40 years. A Wisconsin native, Mark moved to Arizona where he honed his skills gigging regularly across the Phoenix Valley. This primarily self taught guitarist has played in large and small jazz combos, duos, and as a soloist. Recently returning to Wisconsin, Mark now lives in New Glarus where he brings his unique smooth style jazz guitar to local venues.
The McCloskeys
Longtime Madison-area musician Mike McCloskey is a singer/guitarist who has played thousands of live performances throughout Wisconsin, and Illinois both as an acoustic solo artist and with Madison WI area bands. His rich musical background has taken him from jazz standards to country, swing, folk, rock, Irish and blues.
Caravan Duo
Caravan is a world traveling acoustic instrumental jazz group from Madison, WI. They are primarily influenced by the legendary Gypsy Jazz guitarist Django Reinhardt. The ensemble also pulls influence from American Swing, Jazz, Latin, Parisian Waltz, European Folk and other vintage jazz sources.
The McCloskey Trio
Longtime Madison-area musician Mike McCloskey is a singer/guitarist who has played thousands of live performances throughout Wisconsin, and Illinois both as an acoustic solo artist and with Madison WI area bands. His rich musical background has taken him from jazz standards to country, swing, folk, rock, Irish and blues.
The McCloskeys
Longtime Madison-area musician Mike McCloskey is a singer/guitarist who has played thousands of live performances throughout Wisconsin, and Illinois both as an acoustic solo artist and with Madison WI area bands. His rich musical background has taken him from jazz standards to country, swing, folk, rock, Irish and blues.
Caravan Duo
Caravan is a world traveling acoustic instrumental jazz group from Madison, WI. They are primarily influenced by the legendary Gypsy Jazz guitarist Django Reinhardt. The ensemble also pulls influence from American Swing, Jazz, Latin, Parisian Waltz, European Folk and other vintage jazz sources.
CED
Ced Ba'etch' is a Madison based French expatriate guitar player/singer. His guitar picking is an alternating bass melodic fingerstyle, and his vast repertoire encompasses Hawaiian slack key, Americana 'big thumb' guitar, 1920's country blues, movie soundtracks, French pop music of the past, and Parisian waltz as well as original material.
JIM WHITE
Madison musician Jim White can be heard around town wielding nothing more than his acoustic guitar and a heartfelt mix of indie-folk and indie-pop tunes. These days, Jim continues entertaining crowds by sharing an eclectic mix of his favorite songs. From Ryan Adams to Justin Townes Earle, Dawes to Death Cab, there's a little something for everyone.
Mark Malin
Jazz guitarist Mark Malin has been playing for over 40 years. A Wisconsin native, Mark moved to Arizona where he honed his skills gigging regularly across the Phoenix Valley. This primarily self taught guitarist has played in large and small jazz combos, duos, and as a soloist. Recently returning to Wisconsin, Mark now lives in New Glarus where he brings his unique smooth style jazz guitar to local venues.
Mike McCloskey
Longtime Madison-area musician Mike McCloskey is a singer/guitarist who has played thousands of live performances throughout Wisconsin, and Illinois both as an acoustic solo artist and with Madison WI area bands. His rich musical background has taken him from jazz standards to country, swing, folk, rock, Irish and blues.
Vince Sweeney
Enjoy the relaxing music of acoustic guitarist and singer Vince Sweeney, a native Madisonian whose expansive song list spans the decades. From Neil Young to The Beatles, from the Eagles to Dylan, Springsteen, Petty and many more, Sweeney strings together great cover songs that add up to an enjoyable and peaceful evening of live music.
JIM WHITE
Madison musician Jim White can be heard around town wielding nothing more than his acoustic guitar and a heartfelt mix of indie-folk and indie-pop tunes. These days, Jim continues entertaining crowds by sharing an eclectic mix of his favorite songs. From Ryan Adams to Justin Townes Earle, Dawes to Death Cab, there's a little something for everyone.
Steve Weber
From Classic Rock, to Country, with some oldies and one hit wonders thrown in, you will hear a little bit of everything when you join Steve Weber for some music and fun. Steve's roots are in rock & roll and over the years he has performed with a couple southern Wisconsin bands, but now days he enjoys brining some rockin' solo acoustic music to area establishments. Steve has also performed at the Janesville Performing Arts Center, in a couple of original musical productions, that included several original songs he wrote.
JIM WHITE
Madison musician Jim White can be heard around town wielding nothing more than his acoustic guitar and a heartfelt mix of indie-folk and indie-pop tunes. These days, Jim continues entertaining crowds by sharing an eclectic mix of his favorite songs. From Ryan Adams to Justin Townes Earle, Dawes to Death Cab, there's a little something for everyone.
Ken Wheaton
Ken started playing professionally in high school. In the late 70s, he played with Clyde Stubblefield in Windows, performed with Under the Table, and opened for Tommy James and The Shondells and Gary 'U.S' Bonds. For the last 25 years, Ken has been leading his own groups and has developed an active career as a solo performer and songwriter. He specializes in acoustic finger-style guitar, featured prominently on his album, Jessica's Dreamin’.
Christo's Novelty Combo
Christo's Novelty Combo presents a unique mixture of the Vaudeville era, novelty infused hot steel guitar and ukulele of the 1920s and 30s “Hawaiian Craze” and the swinging sounds of French jazz from the 1930s and 40s. Think Hot Hawaiian guitar meets Jazz à la Django!
Ken Wheaton
Ken started playing professionally in high school. In the late 70s, he played with Clyde Stubblefield in Windows, performed with Under the Table, and opened for Tommy James and The Shondells and Gary 'U.S' Bonds. For the last 25 years, Ken has been leading his own groups and has developed an active career as a solo performer and songwriter. He specializes in acoustic finger-style guitar, featured prominently on his album, Jessica's Dreamin’.
The Hot Club of Madison
The Hot Club of Madison is a collective of musicians, led by Gian Compuesto, dedicated to the music of jazz guitar legend Django Reinhardt and the Sinti/Manouche communities of France, Germany, and the Netherlands. Expect an exciting range of guitar driven jazz and swing standards, modern Jazz Manouche, classic Sinti/Manouche melodies, and homages to the sounds of the Quintette du Hot Club de France.
Mark Malin
Jazz guitarist Mark Malin has been playing for over 40 years. A Wisconsin native, Mark moved to Arizona where he honed his skills gigging regularly across the Phoenix Valley. This primarily self taught guitarist has played in large and small jazz combos, duos, and as a soloist. Recently returning to Wisconsin, Mark now lives in New Glarus where he brings his unique smooth style jazz guitar to local venues.
Mike McCloskey
Longtime Madison-area musician Mike McCloskey is a singer/guitarist who has played thousands of live performances throughout Wisconsin, and Illinois both as an acoustic solo artist and with Madison WI area bands. His rich musical background has taken him from jazz standards to country, swing, folk, rock, Irish and blues.
Steve Weber
From Classic Rock, to Country, with some oldies and one hit wonders thrown in, you will hear a little bit of everything when you join Steve Weber for some music and fun. Steve's roots are in rock & roll and over the years he has performed with a couple southern Wisconsin bands, but now days he enjoys brining some rockin' solo acoustic music to area establishments. Steve has also performed at the Janesville Performing Arts Center, in a couple of original musical productions, that included several original songs he wrote.
Steve Weber
From Classic Rock, to Country, with some oldies and one hit wonders thrown in, you will hear a little bit of everything when you join Steve Weber for some music and fun. Steve's roots are in rock & roll and over the years he has performed with a couple southern Wisconsin bands, but now days he enjoys brining some rockin' solo acoustic music to area establishments. Steve has also performed at the Janesville Performing Arts Center, in a couple of original musical productions, that included several original songs he wrote.
Ken Wheaton
Ken started playing professionally in high school. In the late 70s, he played with Clyde Stubblefield in Windows, performed with Under the Table, and opened for Tommy James and The Shondells and Gary 'U.S' Bonds. For the last 25 years, Ken has been leading his own groups and has developed an active career as a solo performer and songwriter. He specializes in acoustic finger-style guitar, featured prominently on his album, Jessica's Dreamin’.