ERNIE HENDRICKSON

Please call to reserve. "In today's overly produced pop music market, Ernie Hendrickson is a diamond in the rough; born of heart, soul and grit." - A. Owens www.4twk - international music “This inspiring artist defies categories by blending folk and country with rock and jazz” -Kim Wheeler, Rockford Register Star  "Surely a cutting-edge singer/songwriter of […]

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LONESOME BILL CAMPLIN

Bill has been an integral part of the Wisconsin acoustic music scene for many years both as a performer and as co-owner of the legendary Cafe Carpe in Fort Atkinson, where one can get legendary's disease. Bill is a strong guitarist with a beautiful tenor voice and he is noted for intensely emotional performances of […]

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OPEN STAGE

We have been rotating the hosting of open stages.  (Hosting involves greeting participants, managing the flow,  and being encouraging.)  This week's seasoned host will be Mark Prokop. There isn't much formality- just let him know that you wish to perform, be prepared to do a 2 to 3 song rotation, and be considerate and supportive of others as they perform their stuff. And […]

KAREN JOHNSON

KAREN JOHNSON started performing at the Café Carpe in 1998. She counts herself so very fortunate to have the opportunity to perform at such a wonderful place!   (aww.. Ed.) Karen retired early from her career as a 4th grade teacher.  She now enjoys many opportunities to visit her grown children and often prays in midwinter […]

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THE SUITCASE JUNKET

Don't miss the amazing MATT LORENZ as the SUITCASE JUNKET. Vote early, and relax with some extraordinary music before results are in. THE SUITCASE JUNKET is a one-man tour de force out of Western Massachusetts. Matt has been road dogging for three years, solo and with his band Rusty Belle, touring with Chris Smithers, David […]

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