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SUMMARY:Dave Orr & The Providers\, Prairie Dog Bluesfest
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URL:https://madisonbluessociety.org/event/dave-orr-the-providers-prairie-dog-bluesfest/
LOCATION:St. Feriole Island\, Prairie du Chien\, Blackhawk Ave\, Prairie du Chien\, Wisconsin\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blues,Blues Bands,City Festival,Festival,Live Music,Public Park, Municipal Event,Regional Music Festival
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SUMMARY:Yates McKendree\, Prairie Dog Bluesfest
DESCRIPTION:Yates McKendree\, born and raised in Nashville\, is a self-taught multi-instrumentalist who began playing music at age 3 . He has extensive experience performing in notable venues like The Bluebird Cafe\, The Ryman Auditorium\, and Third & Lindsley\, and has toured across North America and Europe. Yates also contributed as an engineer and musician to Delbert McClinton’s Grammy-winning album Tall Dark & Handsome in 2020. His music reflects a lifelong dedication to blues\, combining technical skill with emotional depth. \n\n\n\nAlbum Overview\n\n\n\nReleased on July 11\, 2025\, Need to Know is Yates McKendree’s second album\, following his acclaimed debut Buchanan Lane. The album highlights his multi-instrumental abilities\, with Yates performing vocals\, guitar\, drums\, bass guitar\, upright bass\, and organ. His father\, Kevin McKendree\, contributes piano and organ\, and also produced the album at The Rock House in Tennessee. The recordings are unaltered\, with no digital pitch or time correction\, emphasizing authentic\, live-feel performances.  \n\n\n\nMusical Style and Reception\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe album is deeply rooted in blues and roots music\, blending traditional sounds with modern energy. Critics praise Yates for his passionate vocals\, expressive guitar solos\, and dynamic arrangements\, noting that the album feels both timeless and fresh. Reviewers highlight the chemistry between Yates and his father\, describing the music as a “barn-burning set steeped in vinyl-crackle tradition yet lit by tomorrow’s spark”. The album includes both original compositions and reimagined classics\, demonstrating Yates’s versatility and deep understanding of blues traditions 
URL:https://madisonbluessociety.org/event/yates-mckendree-prairie-dog-bluesfest/
LOCATION:St. Feriole Island\, Prairie du Chien\, Blackhawk Ave\, Prairie du Chien\, Wisconsin\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blues,Blues Bands,City Festival,Festival,Live Music,Music Venues (bar, pub, dance floor, stage),Public Park, Municipal Event,Regional Music Festival
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SUMMARY:Rev. Peyton’s Big Damn Band at Seven Acre Dairy
DESCRIPTION:Three musicians. One huge sound. 100% handmade American blues. Few bands deliver the raw\, joyful punch of country‑blues like Rev. Peyton’s Big Damn Band. Led by guitar virtuoso Reverend J. Peyton\, the trio has earned a reputation as one of the most electrifying live acts in roots music — a band that channels the spirit of Charley Patton\, Bukka White\, and Mississippi hill country blues through a modern\, high‑energy lens.
URL:https://madisonbluessociety.org/event/rev-peytons-big-damn-band/
LOCATION:Seven Acre Dairy Company\, 6858 Paoli Road\, Belleville\, WI\, 53508\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blues,Blues Bands
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SUMMARY:Russ Green\, Prairie Dog Bluesfest
DESCRIPTION:Russ Green\, Prairie Dog BluesFest \n\n\n\nContemporary Blues harmonica player\, singer and producer Russ Green has traveled a journey into the blues that is truly different than those of most musicians. Russ was born in Chicago and grew up on the city’s west side. “Chicagoan Green’s well-above-average singing succeeds in its balance between his allegiance to tradition and his aim to reinvigorate the music in a discernible way”- Frank-John Hadley\, DownBeat Magazine. \n\n\n\nAlthough throughout his life he had listened to all types of music\, his desire to play wasn’t realized until his adult years. After being discharged from the U.S. Army\, Russ attended Southern Illinois University at Carbondale where he studied film. It was at this time that his desire to play music began to grow. Like lots of fans of Jimi Hendrix\, Russ wanted to be able to re-create the sounds of the man whom he had admired for many years. But being a film student and having all of his money going to these films\, he couldn’t afford to buy a guitar. Undaunted by this realization\, Russ remembered the purchase of a harmonica from a neighborhood shop on Chicago’s west side a few years earlier. The ability to re-create the sounds of Hendrix was becoming realized\, not with a guitar\, but with a harmonica! \n\n\n\nBefore leaving Southern Illinois\, he was told that when he got back to Chicago he should check out Sugar Blue. Being unaware of who he was at the time\, his response was “sugar what?”. He was described as one of the best harmonica players in Chicago. So on his first Friday night back in Chicago Russ went out and found a Chicago Reader to see who was playing where in the city. And there it was\, Sugar Blue at Blues Etc.\, one of Chicago’s premiere blues clubs on the North side. While standing out in front of Blues Etc.\, the band started playing a song that Russ could recognize but it’s name escaped him at the moment. As he entered the club he heard the harmonica start to play. It sounded as though whomever was playing it was torturing this instrument it and pushing it to it’s very limits. But as he made his way in to the club he could see the band on stage playing\, but there was no harmonica player and as is imaginable\, it was a bit confusing. Continuing to make his way further in the club\, he caught sight of the dance floor. There he could see two women dancing with a man who had his hands cupped around his mouth\, playing the harmonica. This was Sugar Blue! Mind blown by what he was hearing and seeing\, Russ sat down at a high-top table not from from the bandstand. As he sat he saw a card on the table that said “tonight at Blues Etc. Sugar Blue the Charlie Parker of the harmonica and the Jimi Hendrix of the blues harp”. That’s it! That is what he wanted to be and it’s right in front of him. And that song the band was playing when he first arrived\, it was Miss You by The Rolling Stones\, a song that Sugar Blue played on during his time with the band. He spent the next three months in Chicago going out to see Sugar Blue wherever he was playing but was too intimidated to speak to him. Russ then moved to Seattle\, a city that captured his heart while he was in the Army. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhile in Seattle he spent every waking moment concentrating on playing the harmonica. There was always a harmonica shoved in his mouth\, whether he was sitting on his couch or walking down the street. He spent seven nights a week in Blues clubs jamming or sitting in. On a Christmas visit back home to Chicago\, friends invited him to go to Rosa’s Blues Lounge where Sugar Blue was playing. This provided Russ the opportunity to meet the man whose music had captured his attention\, the man who was already being called the “Jimi Hendrix of the harmonica”. After this meeting\, Russ began thinking about returning to Chicago to take advantage of this newly formed friendship. It took a year and half\, but he returned to Chicago to continue his journey into the world of Blues. \n\n\n\nHis return to Chicago was not only an opportunity to learn from Sugar Blue\, but brought about the realization of a life long dream for Russ\, working in film production.  He started in television commercials and moved into television shows and feature films. Starting as a Production Assistant\, he worked his way to Assistant Director and became a member of the Director’s Guild of America. Television shows include E.R. and Prison Break. The feature films include Soul Food\, The Break-Up\, Hardball\, Save the Last Dance\, Road to Perdition\, Tears of the Sun and many more. With actors Paul Newman\, Tom Hanks\, Daniel Craig\, Vince Vaughn\, Vanessa Williams\, Jude Law\, Bruce Willis and many others. Russ even joined fellow harmonica player Bruce Willis on stage with his band while working on Tears of the Sun in Hawaii.  \n\n\n\nMusically Russ’ career has continued to grow since returning to Chicago. Not only has he  been tremendously influenced by Sugar Blue\, but also from Chicago’s other living legendary harmonica player\, Billy Branch. He playfully describes his relationship with his two mentors as like two little devils standing on each shoulder whispering in his ear of how he should play. He has also played\, recorded and toured with John Primer and Lurrie Bell. His producing credits include a CD for Big Llou Johnson of B.B King’s Bluesville on Sirius/XM satellite radio. That CD won a Blues Music Award for Best New Artist. He is also one of the harmonica players featured on a CD that has received rave reviews and has been played on radio stations around the world\, the Chicago Blues Harmonica Project. This recording has been credited with proving that the harmonica is still alive and vibrant in Chicago. His CD titled “City Soul” was chosen as one of DownBeat Magazines top releases of 2018. It was also one of Living Blues Magazines top 60 of the Decade. Russ has played in a number of Blues festivals including the Chicago Blues Festival\, JImiway Blues Festival in Poland\, Cognac Blues Passions in France\, Notodden Blues Festival in Norway\, Blues Cozorla Festival in Spain\, Bilbao Blues Festival in Spain\, the Burnley Mechanics Blues festival in England\, the Gloucester Blues Festival\, and the San Francisco Blues Festival\, and many more. 
URL:https://madisonbluessociety.org/event/russ-green-prairie-dog-bluesfest/
LOCATION:St. Feriole Island\, Prairie du Chien\, Blackhawk Ave\, Prairie du Chien\, Wisconsin\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blues,Blues Bands,City Festival,Festival,Live Music,Music Venues (bar, pub, dance floor, stage),Public Park, Municipal Event,Regional Music Festival
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SUMMARY:Left on High Street at Bernell's
DESCRIPTION:The band Left on High Street formed in Cambridge\, Wisconsin. Bandmates bring a wealth of experience to the stage where their sounds blend the 1980’s MTV vibe with classic rock and blues tunes that are sure to get you moving.
URL:https://madisonbluessociety.org/event/left-on-high-street-at-bernells/
LOCATION:Bernell’s\, 2513 Seiferth Road\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blues,Blues Bands,Blues Rock,Live Music,Restaurant / Bar,Taproom Events
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SUMMARY:The Jimmys\, Prairie Dog Bluesfest
DESCRIPTION:The Jimmys\, Prairie Dog BluesFest\n\n\n\nThe Jimmys have become one of Wisconsin’s most electrifying blues ensembles\, blending horn‑driven swagger with deep Chicago‑style grooves and a touch of New Orleans flair. Led by keyboardist and vocalist Jimmy Voegeli\, the band’s sound is instantly recognizable—rich\, brassy\, and unapologetically joyful. Their performances feel like a celebration of everything blues can be: soulful\, danceable\, and steeped in musicianship that comes from decades of experience on regional and national stages. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat sets The Jimmys apart is the chemistry among the players. The horn section punches through every arrangement with precision and personality\, while the rhythm section lays down a foundation that’s both tight and adventurous. Voegeli’s vocals and keys tie it all together\, giving the band a signature tone that resonates with audiences across festivals\, clubs\, and blues societies. Whether they’re delivering a slow‑burning ballad or a high‑energy barnburner\, they bring a level of professionalism and heart that keeps fans coming back. \n\n\n\nTheir appearance at Prairie Dog Bluesfest is a natural fit\, reflecting the festival’s commitment to showcasing powerhouse performers who embody the spirit of modern blues. The Jimmys consistently draw enthusiastic crowds\, and their sets often become standout moments of any event lineup. For organizations like the Madison Blues Society\, featuring The Jimmys reinforces a dedication to supporting top‑tier regional talent while celebrating the vibrant\, evolving blues community of Wisconsin.
URL:https://madisonbluessociety.org/event/the-jimmys-prairie-dog-bluesfest/
LOCATION:St. Feriole Island\, Prairie du Chien\, Blackhawk Ave\, Prairie du Chien\, Wisconsin\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blues,Blues Bands,City Festival,Festival,Live Music,Music Venues (bar, pub, dance floor, stage),Public Park, Municipal Event,Regional Music Festival
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SUMMARY:Albert Cummings Prairie Dog Bluesfest
DESCRIPTION:Cummings began playing the five-string banjo at the age of twelve\,[3] and developed a love for bluegrass music.[4] In his late twenties\, Cummings formed a trio called “Swamp Yankee.” In 1999\, the band released an independently produced album\, The Long Way. \n\n\n\n\nAlbert Cummings \n\n\n\n\nAfter the album’s release\, the band went on the Northeast blues circuit. In 1999\, Cummings competed in the Blues Foundation’s International Blues Challenge\, in Memphis. The following year\, he released his debut recording The Long Way. He later worked with Double Trouble and the late Stevie Ray Vaughan‘s rhythm section. Bassist Tommy Shannon and drummer Chris Layton voluntarily played on and produced Cummings’ solo debut recording\, self-released\, From the Heart in 2003. Recorded in Austin\, Texas\, it featured Cummings fronting Double Trouble (including Reese Wynans) in their first recording project since Stevie Ray’s passing. In 2004\, Cummings signed a multi-album deal with Blind Pig Records. Shannon remained as the bassist for Cummings’ next album\, True To Yourself\, released in 2004. \n\n\n\nIn 2006\, Cummings recorded a fourth album\, Working Man\, with new band members. In 2008\, Cummings released a live album\, Feels So Good\, recorded at the Colonial Theater in Pittsfield\, Massachusetts. In 2011\, Cummings released an instructional DVD for the Hal Leonard Corporation entitled\, Working Man Blues Guitar. His 2012 album No Regrets debuted at No. 1 in the U.S.\, Canada and Franc] on the iTunes Blues Charts and at No. 5 on the Billboard blues chart.[8] In July 2015\, Cummings released Someone Like You\, a 12-track Blind Pig album produced by David Z. \n\n\n\nIn February 2020\, Cummings released his 11-track Provogue Records debut\, titled Believe\, produced by Grammy Award-winning producer Jim Gaines. Recording at FAME Studios in Muscle Shoals\, Alabama\, influenced the creation of the project. One of the tracks on the album is a cover of the song “Hold On”\, originally by Sam & Dave. \n\n\n\nOn April 8\, 2022\, Cummings released Ten\, a 13-track Ivy Music Company album produced by Grammy Award-winning producer Chuck Ainlay.[9] A Blues Rock Review article described the compilation as “the blues rocker’s gone country” suggesting that in this album Cummings reveals “discovered depth and complexity within a new style”.[10]
URL:https://madisonbluessociety.org/event/albert-cummings-prairie-dog-bluesfest/
LOCATION:St. Feriole Island\, Prairie du Chien\, Blackhawk Ave\, Prairie du Chien\, Wisconsin\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blues,Blues Bands,City Festival,Festival,Live Music,Public Park, Municipal Event,Regional Music Festival
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