BOBBY LONG British singer-songwriter Bobby Long emerged from London’s club scene with a reputation for creating memorable songs inhabited by hauntingly poetic lyrics. Since relocating to New York, he has released two CDs of powerful original material: the first—A Winter Tale (2011)—an homage to his acoustic roots, while the second—Wishbone (2013)—bears a grittier sound that […]

NOTE: Sorry- this was listed incorrectly for awhile as being on April 4.  Good Friday April 3 is the day the Brothers Quinn plan on showing up. BROTHERS QUINN is a four piece folk ensemble from southeastern Wisconsin fronted by WAMI award winning fiddle player Blaine McQuinn. The Brothers Quinn perform a variety of music […]

Had this wrong for awhile- was posted as the night for the BROTHERS QUINN, but that is actually happening on Good Friday April 3 Sorry for any confusion...

THE PIONEERS WILL NOT be playing this night.   This 2nd Thursday of April did not work, so they rescheduled to April 16. May also required a schedule change from the 2nd Thursday.  The May date is likely to be May 21.

CURTIS AND LORETTA Heartfelt original acoustic songs, plus traditional music from the British Isles, America and beyond, featuring Curtis Teague on vocals, guitar, mandolin, mandocello, clawhammer banjo, steel ukulele, harmonica and Loretta Simonet on vocals, Celtic harp, guitar, mandolin, kazoo, shakers Curtis & Loretta's music comes straight from the heart. The husband and wife duo's extraordinary harmonies […]

TIM GRIMM and wife JAN LUCAS will share their lovely selves in an evening of music and stories. Tim  is a bit of a Rennaisance man in the performing arts world. He has for the past 15 years, blended his love for songwriting, travel, and the storytelling of acting (theatre, film and television). His most […]

The regular second Thursday date of April 9 did not work, so the group chose this as the April date. This five piece bluegrass ball of fire featuring vocals, banjo, fiddle, guitar, bass and mandolin appears here regularly on the 2nd Thursday of the month. Its various members have been involved with traditional music locally, regionally, and nationally […]

Song swaps are fun!! Lots of different talent thrown together and inspiring each other. TRICIA ALEXANDER- Joy-filled, uplifting and inspiring are some of the words used to describe Tricia Alexander’s music and performance – which ranges from soothing and deeply spiritual to social commentary and humor. Singer, songwriter, performance poet, accomplished guitarist, percussionist and harmonica […]

JP CYR & HIS RADIO WRANGLERS hail from Wisconsin and are heavily influenced by the Western Swing, Honky Tonk, and Hillbilly sounds of the 1930's, 40's and 50's. They strive to encapsulate the sounds of the Western dance hall era and their Honky Tonk singin' and Western Swingin' will keep your toe tappin' all night […]

KATIE BURNS  is an indie/folk singer songwriter based out of Mineral Point. Her band includes herself and guitar, Eric Miller (Madison cellist) and Michael Sherry (Madison drummer). They play all originals. Her voice is ethereal and has a powerful effect on the listener. Her songwriting is said to capture moments in time. She has played […]

A few quick notes about MATTHEW FRANCIS ANDERSEN – 1st Place Winner, American Songwriter Magazine 2012 Lyric Contest – Venues: Fitzgerald’s (with Steve Forbert, Stacey Earle and Mark Stuart), Heartland Cafe (with Naomi Ashely), Elbo Room, Uncommon Ground (with Sarah Holtschlag and Naomi Ashley). – Former northern Wisconsin musky/walleye guide! Matthew is a Chicago native, […]