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Best Folk from September 5 - November 5

in Madison

Lake Street Dive at Breese Stevens Field

Lake Street Dive

This Boston-formed country band has been winning over music fans with their diverse style since winning the John Lennon Songwriting Contest in 2006 and self-financing the recording of their debut album 'In This Episode'. With their key influences in classic pop and swing era jazz, they often cite The Beatles as their main inspiration.

Cowboy Junkies at Barrymore Theatre

Cowboy Junkies

The Cowboy Junkies heady blend of folk, country, and blues with a dreamy pop quality lies at the intersection between the old school Americana legends and the new school of poetic, hazy rock championed by the likes of The Velvet Underground. The ever-popular genre-bending outfit is hitting the road on tour, bringing their sleepy siren songs along for the ride.

Sammy Rae at The Sylvee

Sammy Rae

Sammy Rae and The Friends will be embarking on The Album Tour this fall across North America, which you may have already guessed, will be celebrating the release of their newest album. In true Sammy Rae style, the shows will have an adorable theme, so dress your best and wow the crowd, the last theme was summer camp, what'll it be this time? There's only one way to find out!

Briston Maroney at The Sylvee

Briston Maroney

Folk-rock sensation Briston Maroney is extending his 'Ultrapure' tour this fall, titled the 'Ultrapure Part 2'! Celebrating the release of his second album, "Ultrapure," Maroney is hitting the record stores for exclusive and intimate shows before taking his music to bigger stages. Get your tickets to see the legend in the making, Briston Maroney, before they sell out!

Ocie Elliott at Barrymore Theatre

Ocie Elliott

The Canadian duo Ocie Elliott are departing on a huge tour this fall! Made up of Sierra Lundy and Jon Middleton, the pair started playing together in 2017 and have since toured the world and even had a song featured on the hit television show, Grey's Anatomy. Pioneers in folk music, they have released two albums and multiple EPs and singles. Catch them while you can.