An American blues guitarist originally from Richland Center, Wisconsin, Eric Tessmer brings his fierce fretwork and explosive live performances to the Slowpoke Lounge. Now based in Austin, Texas, Tessmer has garnered critical acclaim as a "working class guitar hero" and was named the best guitarist in Austin for 2017–2018 by the Austin Chronicle. Fans can expect an electrifying night of blues inspired by legends like Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, and Cream.
Join the River Valley Film Club once a month for a secret "hidden gem" movie night at Slowpoke Lounge & Cabaret. Movie titles remain under wraps until showtime.
Join the community for a special fundraising performance of The Broad's Way—a spectacular celebration of musical theatre featuring brilliant drag artists and live singers, including members of American Players Theatre's core company. Hosted by the fabulous Regina Thorne-DuBois and featuring a variety of talented special guests, this is guaranteed to be an unforgettable night of music, laughter, and entertainment.
Jambidextrous plays an exciting mix from different eras of jazz, but also extends its reach into rock, funk, and psychedelia. Attendees can expect favorites from Miles, Coltrane, and Monk to mingle with the sounds of Traffic, Black Sabbath, and Pink Floyd.
Join us the fourth Monday of every month for an Open Mic, hosted by Dylan Harris! We've got the mics, the plug-ins, and the piano—you bring the music! Whether you want to play solo, sing to a backup, or get the band together, this is the place. Come on out and show your stuff, or just support the folks on stage. Either way, we're making music together!
dadweed is an acoustic trio based out of Portland, OR. Reimagining pickin' and thumpin' by blending elements of jazz, folk, pop, and R&B within a traditional bluegrass lens, their sets explore a wide variety of styles and dynamics with a focus on improvisation, showcasing both covers and originals. Leaning heavily into three-part vocal harmonies and virtuosic instrumentation, dadweed strives to redefine what's possible in bluegrass.
Join us the fourth Monday of every month for an Open Mic, hosted by Dylan Harris! We've got the mics, the plug-ins, and the piano—you bring the music! Whether you want to play solo, sing to a backup, or get the band together, this is the place. Come on out and show your stuff, or just support the folks on stage. Either way, we're making music together!
Join us the fourth Monday of every month for an Open Mic, hosted by Dylan Harris! We've got the mics, the plug-ins, and the piano—you bring the music! Whether you want to play solo, sing to a backup, or get the band together, this is the place. Come on out and show your stuff, or just support the folks on stage. Either way, we're making music together!
Join us the fourth Monday of every month for an Open Mic, hosted by Dylan Harris! We've got the mics, the plug-ins, and the piano—you bring the music! Whether you want to play solo, sing to a backup, or get the band together, this is the place. Come on out and show your stuff, or just support the folks on stage. Either way, we're making music together!
Join us the fourth Monday of every month for an Open Mic, hosted by Dylan Harris! We've got the mics, the plug-ins, and the piano—you bring the music! Whether you want to play solo, sing to a backup, or get the band together, this is the place. Come on out and show your stuff, or just support the folks on stage. Either way, we're making music together!
Join us the fourth Monday of every month for an Open Mic, hosted by Dylan Harris! We've got the mics, the plug-ins, and the piano—you bring the music! Whether you want to play solo, sing to a backup, or get the band together, this is the place. Come on out and show your stuff, or just support the folks on stage. Either way, we're making music together!
Join us the fourth Monday of every month for an Open Mic, hosted by Dylan Harris! We've got the mics, the plug-ins, and the piano—you bring the music! Whether you want to play solo, sing to a backup, or get the band together, this is the place. Come on out and show your stuff, or just support the folks on stage. Either way, we're making music together!
