Johnny and the Motones

Torpy Park

The Soul Inspirations with David Deon

Combining hot Southern Soul, jazz harmony and latin rhythms, David Deon & The Soul Inspirations aim at the heart and mind. With performances that range from a romantic croon to bluesy wail to the sanctified holler, The Soul Inspirations aren't just another R&B band. Their debut release, "Let It Go", evokes the likes of Chic, Steely Dan, and Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes. In his 30 years performing, David Deon has shared the stage with Wilson Pickett, Major Lance, Lou Rawls,The Lincoln Center Jazz Band, Clyde Stubblefield, MCA recording artist Blair, Freddie Fender, The Legendary Drifters, Sound of Supremes and many other nationally renowned artist. The product of David and Matthew Nelson's (The Dorothy Heralds, Josh Harty, Lis Harvey) 20 year bond of brotherhood, The Soul Inspirations' mix early, bare-knuckled Soul with Steely Dan-like arrangements and the straight up, crowd pleasing interplay and dynamics of a well-honed R&B band.

Sun, September 01, 2019
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Torpy Park

Pops Fletcher and the Hucksters

Veteran blues guitarist Pops Fletcher emphasizes original material with a touch of jam band exploration and progression. Pops comes fully loaded with some of Madison's finest players. These cats love to play together. There will be power grooves all night...bring your dancin' shoes. Or just kick back and let the music and fun carry you away.

Sun, August 11, 2019
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Torpy Park

KNW Band

Kim Wasserburger is local musical phenom. He's got all original tunes from honing his craft for years, finds the spirit in every single person in the crowd and uses it to drive his band, pummeling through song after song and riding the musical wave throughout. Its an event not to be missed.

Sun, August 04, 2019
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Torpy Park

Driveway Thriftdwellers

Starting out as a few guys who just wanted to play some Flying Burrito Brothers tunes, the Driveway Thriftdwellers have emerged as a top original act in Wisconsin’s Country and Americana music scenes. Named 2017 WAMI Country Artist of the Year, the Thriftdwellers have toured the past year in support of their critically acclaimed debut album “Cutover Country,” named a top 10 Milwaukee area album of 2016 by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel declared the Thriftdwellers' 2017 Summerfest performance a “Best Of” performance for the festival, and called the band a must see live act for Summer 2017.

Sun, August 18, 2019
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Torpy Park

Alex Rossi Band

Hailing from Minneapolis, Alex Rossi is a vocalist, guitarist and songwriter who has been performing professionally for over 15 years. With strong roots in blues, soul and funk, Rossi has created his own unique and recognizable sound from his diverse musical background. His performances most often include a 3 – 5 piece band and a crowd that never leaves the dance floor.

Sun, August 25, 2019
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Torpy Park

John Primer

John Primer has undisputedly helped build the sound and style of Chicago blues as we know it today. The echos of tradition bellowing from the birthplaces he played such as: Maxwell Street, Theresa's, Checkerboard and Rosa's Lounges, pulse from every chord in his fingers today. John Primer is a Chicago Blues Living Legend.

Sun, July 28, 2019
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Torpy Park

Double Barrel

Double Barrel hails from the north-central part of Wisconsin, playing a variety of venues ranging from local watering holes to community parks.

Sun, July 07, 2019
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Torpy Park

Mark Cleveland Band

Mark Cleveland: is a contemporary singer-songwriter who evolved into a recognized World Music performer over the past 2 decades. He began this musical journey after he was adopted by a Native American elder who encouraged him to explore that part of his heritage. Audiences respond to the storytelling lyrics, uniquely delivered in songs woven from the Native American tradition, World Culture and contemporary American Life.

Sun, July 14, 2019
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm