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Where to find music in Madison

Live entertainment'there's nothing like it. Whether you're buckling your favorite punk belt and lacing up your Doc Martens or putting on a black turtleneck and pleather pants, Madison pretty much attracts bands that fit your mold. There's no question that bands are coming into Madtown, but where are they plugging in their amps? Madison is home to several live entertainment venues, each with its own trademark characteristics.  

Arts checks out what’s coming

Rocking Owls and ringing bells

Something for everyone’real or Quasi

Jimmy Eat album hard to swallow

Youngblood’s act outshined

Saturday, live band hip-hop descended on the Barrymore Theatre, 2090 Atwood Ave. The Youngblood Brass Band headlined an evening that brought underground hip-hop and live instruments together. Underappreciated, independent rap groups The Micranots and Mission opened for the popular Youngblood Band. 

Music reviews: Oh Papi, what a big swan!

Carl Johns: filling the void

Carl Johns is a man of many hats. In addition to perhaps his most visible position as frontman for local favorite Noahjohn, the country-singed band who he has lead through two full-length recordings and several tours, he also runs his own record label and booking agency, Speakeasy.  

One big concert weekend

Get Up Kids get fresh

Never tired of hyping their latest album, 1997's Four Minute Mile, The Get Up Kids are on the road again, this time as the glistening openers for the Green Day tour. Perhaps best known in Madison for their auspicious performance at Club 770, these Kansas City natives are hoping to break into airwave territory through their stint with Billy Joe and company. The Daily Cardinal chatted recently with Ryan Pope, the band's drummer, who admits that The Get Up Kids are the hottest thing out of K.C. since barbecued ribs.