• Dave Simonett (of Trampled By Turtles)

    The Ark 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

    Dave Simonett has spent almost two decades as the lead singer, guitar player and songwriter for the widely popular and beloved roots band, Tramped By Turtles. He also fronts Dead Man Winter, a bull-bodied, emotionally resonant brand of Americana-infused indie rock band. He now boldly steps forward with a shining collection of new solo material for the first time under his own name called Red Tail.

    $35.00

    On A Winter’s Night

    The Ark 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

    Presenting the 2026 Reunion Tour of “On A Winter’s Night” from veteran singer-songwriters that remain among the brightest stars of the singer-songwriter movement for the past three decades. In 1994 Christine Lavin gathered them together, along with folk and Americana artists to showcase music of the Winter Season on the now-classic On A Winter’s Night CD, followed by several years of touring collaborations. These artists have released dozens of recordings and toured steadily through the decades, with fond memories of their touring days together. Due to an unforeseen injury to Patty Larkin, On A Winter’s Night will be a trio format, featuring John Gorka, Cliff Eberhart, and Lucy Kaplansky. The show will go on, and the length and spirit will not change.

    $46.50

    Rj Cowdery, Hope Dunbar, and Katie Dahl

    The Ark 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

    RJ Cowdery (Ohio), Katie Dahl (Wisconsin), and Hope Dunbar (New Jersey) may be from three different states, but they all share a knack for razor-sharp lyrics, wicked humor, compelling vocals, and unflinching truth-telling. All alumni of the prestigious Kerrville New Folk competition, Cowdery, Dahl, and Dunbar each tour the country individually, but are teaming up for this powerhouse triple bill. Don’t miss this chance to see three of the country’s most respected songwriters, swapping songs with one another in an in-the-round format.

    $29.00

    Jake Xerxes Fussell

    Opener: Dougie Poole

    The Ark 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

    Reared in Georgia and now settled in North Carolina, Jake Xerxes Fussell has established himself as a devoted listener and contemplative interpreter of a vast array of so-called folk songs, lovingly sourced from a personal store of favorites. On his latest album, When I’m Called—his first LP for Fat Possum, and his first as a parent—Fussell returns to a well of music that holds lifelong sentimental meaning, loosely contemplating the passage of time and the procession of life’s unexpected offerings.

    $24.00
    Artist Spotlight Series

    Emily Scott Robinson

    The Ark 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

    On her third album with Oh Boy Records, and her fifth since beginning her career a decade ago, Emily Scott Robinson once again unveils her mastery as a performer and storyteller. With her 2026 release Appalachia — recorded at Dreamland Recording Studios with Grammy-nominated producer Josh Kaufman — Robinson opens herself up to experimentation and sings in her crystal-clear voice about resilience, love, grief and hope.

    Free, Donations accepted for Food Gatherers
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    The Wood Brothers

    Special Guest: Elizabeth Moen

    Royal Oak Music Theatre 318 W 4th St, Royal Oak, MI, United States

    Dubbed "masters of soulful folk" by Paste, The Wood Brothers formed after brothers Chris and Oliver Wood pursued separate musical careers for 15 years. Chris already had legions of devoted fans for his incomparable work as one-third of Medeski Martin & Wood, while Oliver’s band King Johnson built a loyal following in the South. With drummer Jano Rix added as a permanent third member, The Wood Brothers have evolved into one of roots music’s most revered acts, playing sold out shows across North America, garnering a Grammy Award nomination and releasing nine studio albums, including their new release, Puff of Smoke.

    $48.00

    Amelia Day

    Opener: Ani Mari

    The Ark 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

    Amelia Day is a musical jack-of-all-trades. Standing at the intersection of folk, rock, and pop, Day blends heartfelt storytelling, raw delivery, and unforgettable melodies into music that feels both fresh and familiar — like rediscovering an old favorite. A self-described writer before anything else, her perceptive lyricism extends far beyond her 23 years, with lines reminiscent of songwriting greats like Joni Mitchell and Paul Simon.

    $24.00
  • Shawn Colvin

    The Ark 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

    Over the course of three decades, Shawn Colvin has established herself as a captivating performer and a revered storyteller, well-deserving of the commendation of her peers and the devoted audiences who have been inspired by her artistry. And as she enters her third decade as a songwriter and performer, she continues to reaffirm her status as a vital voice in music.

    $56.50
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    Dar Williams

    Special Guest: Joy Clark

    The Ark 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

    “It’s a highway, filled with deep, exotic colors and beautiful delicate things as well as the perils that come from moving so fast,” says Dar Williams, describing modern life. On her 13th album, Hummingbird Highway, is the latest chapter in a richly unfolding story. Drawing on her experience as a playwright, Williams populates her latest album with nuanced characters that come alive in the space of a few minutes.

    $40.00

    Ryan Montbleau (solo)

    The Ark 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

    A relentless road warrior and masterful wordsmith, Ryan Montbleau has spent the better part of thirty years cultivating a devoted audience on the strength of his ecstatic live shows and exhilarating sonic versatility.

    $31.00

    Eliza McLamb

    Special Guest: Oldstar

    The Ark 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

    It appears to be a trophy at first. Look closer, and you’ll see the cover of Good Story features Eliza McLamb holding a makeshift award, hot-glued together from scraps she and her mother salvaged. It is, of course, silver — a self-deprecating wink introducing the timbre of McLamb’s sophomore album. These last few years, McLamb’s been parsing her upbringing, the songs she wrote about it, and the whole endeavor of the stories we tell about ourselves.

    $29.00

    Rabbitology

    The Ark 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

    Everyone has their own world. Fragments of moments lived, translated and understood through metaphor and storytelling. Rabbitology is the project of (University of Michigan student) Nat Timmerman—a world that was pulled from her odd-running mind. A little land of the harebrained and burrowing - Venture into these eclectic soundscapes, and here you will discover a collection of memoirs turned into fantastical sonic short stories.

    $29.00