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  • John Duggleby Presents Hard Times

    Wil-Mar Neighborhood Center 504 S. Brearly St., Madison, Wisconsin, United States

    Madison singer/songwriter/storyteller says, “Don’t get mad, get singing!” John will call upon the American tradition of protest songs to pre3sent a show for our times. He has expressed compassion for people and the Earth in his many previous shows at the Wild NHog.

    $2 – $4
  • Chris Smither

    Stoughton Opera House 381 East Main Street, Stoughton, Wisconsin, United States

    The sound and imagery of the 20th release by Chris Smither, All About the Bones, on Signature Sounds/Mighty Albert, distributed by Redeye) is as elemental as the inky black shadows cast by a shockingly bright moon. The listener is welcomed into some gothic mansion on an imaginary New Orleans street, and there in the lamplit […]

    $35
  • Them Coulee Boys

    Stoughton Opera House 381 East Main Street, Stoughton, Wisconsin, United States

    Them Coulee Boys: With four full-length albums and an EP behind them, including 2019’s Die Happy (produced by Trampled By Turtles’ Dave Simonett on Lo-Hi Records) and 2021’s Namesake (produced […]

    $25
  • Tom Kastle at “Beer Church”

    Minocqua Brewing Company 2925 East Washington Avenue, Madison, United States

    Traditional ballads, original songs, sea shanties, and questionable stories with Tom Kastle. “Long ago, I was invited to a “sing” at the Tailors Guild Hall in Dublin. They said, “Anyone who isn’t in church will be there”. This is he closest thing since those days. Songs, stories, and fine brews. Join us!”

    Free/ donations cheerfully accepted
  • Bruce Cockburn

    Stoughton Opera House 381 East Main Street, Stoughton, Wisconsin, United States

    For 50 years, this Canadian musical legend has been capturing in song the essence of human experience – while fiercely striving to make it better. One of Canada’s finest artists, […]

    $55
  • Backstage Pass Feat. Rucksack Revolution

    Weill Center for the Performing Arts 826 N 8th St, Sheboygan, United States

    Rucksack Revolution is the melding of two of Wisconsin’s most recognized modern singer-songwriters. Adam Greuel, of the high-energy string band Horseshoes & Hand Grenades, and Sarah Vos, of the folk-inspired Dead Horses, draw from broad musical influences ranging from Leonard Cohen to Fleetwood Mac to Gillian Welch & David Rawlings to bring you a show […]

    $20 – $25
  • Wattle & Daub

    Wil-Mar Neighborhood Center 504 S. Brearly St., Madison, Wisconsin, United States

    Experience the heart and harmony of Wattle & Daub, a folk duo from Northern Illinois, whose songs blend tradition, social commentary and audience connection. They are husband and wife Tim […]

    $2 – $4
  • Gays Mills Folk Festival of Music and Dance

    The New Community Commerce Center Highway 131, Gays Mills, United States

    The event begins with a Friday night square dance. Saturday afternoon activities include Maypole dance and music workshops. The evening concert features Roochie Toochie, The Down Hill Strugglers and Cedar […]

    $15
  • Cris and Ann Plata Concert

    Mt. Morris Town Park N3837 County Road G, Wild Rose, Wisconsin, United States

    This singer-songwriter duo is a Black Hawk favorite. Cris’ music reflects his childhood–born in South Texas, the son of migrant workers who moved from one harvest site to another, providing […]

    $10 – $19
  • Portage Road Songwriters Guild

    The Coffee House 2717 E. Hampshire St., Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

    The Portage Road Songwriters Guild is a group of 9 supportive, creative singer-songwriters that have been nourishing new songs into existence for over 20 years. The Coffee House has hosted […]

    $5 – $15
  • Thursday Evening with David Cox

    Minocqua Brewing Company 2925 East Washington Avenue, Madison, United States

    A masterful singer-songwriter and guitarist, David Cox continues to mesmerize audiences at the Tap Room, blending sharp wit, heartfelt storytelling, and stellar musicianship. A longtime Steel Bridge Songwriter, his work has been praised by Tom McCarthy (AP, LA Times) as “original, funny, and heartbreaking” and by Grammy nominee Pat MacDonald as “brilliant and authentic.” Expect […]

    Free
  • Songwriters Showcase

    Galena Center for the Arts 971 Gear St, Galena, Illinois, United States

    Songwriter Showcase is a platform that celebrates and nurtures regional singer-songwriters, promoting the creation and sharing of original music. This edition of the showcase features three talented artists who are […]

    Free