MAD TOAST LIVE!

CD Release Party! Mark's dead-on pop songwriting is undeniably destined for film-tracks and major radio-play. If you haven't heard him yet--now's your best chance!

markharrodmusic.com

An accomplished and dedicated songwriter, Lamps has worked with many clients and collaborators, and will also be featuring his own music in addition to accompanying Mark Harrod.

scottlamps.com

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Nancy Rost has been called "the love child of Tom Lehrer and Tom Waits" (KnowYourMusic.com). Her distinctive songs combine a jazz-influenced piano style with lyrics that are quirky, witty and heartfelt, often all at once.

nancyrost.com

L.A. songwriter Michael Miller performs his beautiful slow tempo songs.

michaelmillercrusade.com

Part II of the Touring Songwriters Showcase from November 3.  Delaney Davidson stops by on this leg of his U.S. tour.  A New Zealand native, he shares stories of his world travels and shows his gritty songwriting style.  A must listen!

myspace.com/delaneyfdavidson

Charlie Cheney (Michigan...former Madisonian)

charliecheney.com

These Milwaukee-based seasoned veterans blend Celtic, Blues, Americana, Shanty, Jazz, Creole, Folk, Art-Rock, Reggae, Comedy and original songs into something that can only be described as “eclectic acoustic.” Brandishing an impressive arsenal of musical instruments (resonator guitar, mandolin, ukulele, fiddle, pennywhistle, squeeze box, flute, harmonica, doumbek, djembe, and bodhran - just to name a few) they bring new life to tales of old, old sounds to tales of today, and twisted takes on tales never meant to be told.

waterstreetbridge.com

Known for his audience interaction, funny and unique performances for all ages, and songs made up right on the spot, Ken is also a theatrical composer and performer as well as a minstrel for the environment. Frankly, we don't know what to expect, but whatever it is, it'll be great!

kenland.com

Don Stiernberg is among the top tier of mandolinists performing today in any style. A former member of Jethro Burn's Quartet, Mr. Steirnberg's jazz trio will grace our stage in this rare must-see Madison performance!

www.donstiernberg.com

(Al Day, Mike McDougal, and Midge Brzozowski)

A highly talented quartet of both Madison and Chicago musicians who have all paid their dues on the Chicago folk scene. Look forward to great music and stories about places and characters from the Windy City.