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Hip-Hop Fusion at Olbrich Botanical Gardens
Olbrich Botanical Gardens is a tropical oasis in the midwestern winter of Madison, WI, boasting beautiful orchids, a rushing waterfall, and an assortment of free-ranging quail. We captured Mr. Chair and Spectaculous, an innovative combo exploring the reaches of jazz and hip-hop.
Latin Jazz at The Cardinal Bar
Few venues have made as much of an impact on the city of Madison as The Cardinal Bar. This National Historic Register landmark started out as a railroad hotel and became a cultural hub under Cuban-American owner Ricardo Gonzalez. Now run by a collective of local owners, The Cardinal remains welcoming, inclusive, and impossibly fun.
Join us for a special two-part event highlighting Th e Cardinal as both a jazz club and a venue for Tony Castañeda’s Latin Jazz Band. Then experience the same legendary venue with a different energy as Rebulú transforms Th e Cardinal into a dance hall, celebrating the space’s deep roots in Madison’s community.
Classical Masterpieces at The Overture Center
The Overture Center doesn’t just glitter—it dominates downtown Madison, hosting orchestra, musical theater, opera, and many other fine art performances. Greg Zelek, Principal Organist of the Madison Symphony Orchestra, delivers masterful performances, and is joined by Mark Hetzler, Professor of Trombone at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Singer-Songwriters at The Sh*tty Barn
Next door to American Players Th eater and Taliesin, the village of Spring Green, WI boasts a thriving artistic community and is home to this episode’s featured music venue, The Sh*tty Barn. This episode features powerful performances by John Moreland and Ken Pomeroy. The barn may be “sh*tty” but the music is top-notch.
Indie Rock at The Bur Oak
Vaulted ceilings. Bustling bar. Th e go-to spot for local album releases and touring acts alike. The Bur Oak has an interesting past and is a cornerstone of Madison’s music scene. We’re joined by Free Dirt, The Earthlings, and Heavy Looks, bringing Madison’s indie rock energy to your living room.