• Chastity Brown

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

    Based in Minnesota, but with roots in Tennessee, Chastity Brown grew up surrounded by country and soul music. In the full gospel church of her childhood, she played saxophone and drums and found her singing voice and a passion for music. Her first show was in Knoxville, TN, and then it was on to Minneapolis. Since then, she’s been featured on NPR’s “Favorite Sessions,” CMT, American Songwriter, the London Times, Paste Magazine and others.

    $29.00

    The Trews Acoustic Trio

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

    The Trews Acoustic Trio features three principal members of the acclaimed rock band The Trews - Colin Macdonald, John-Angus Macdonald, and Jack Syperek, delivering a powerful, stripped-down take on the songs that have defined one of Canada's most successful rock acts. Centered on harmony, musicianship, and storytelling, the trio format brings a raw, intimate energy to The Trews' catalogue. 

    $29.00

    Damn Tall Buildings

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

    Damn Tall Buildings is a celebrated folk-bluegrass band known for their soulful melodies and intricate instrumentals. Based in Brooklyn, this seasoned trio—Max Capistran, Sasha Dubyk, and Avery Ballotta—has spent over a decade honing their craft through dedicated touring and recording. With a distinctive sound that weaves heartfelt lyrics into thoughtful fiddle, guitar, and bass arrangements, they embody a unique blend of Americana roots and contemporary style.

    $29.00

    Rodney Crowell

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

    Rodney Crowell is the songwriter’s songwriter and an icon among giants. Native Texan, Crowell is a multi-Grammy Award-winning troubadour with fifteen number one hits. Over the course of his career, Crowell has gracefully blended his own mainstream success as an artist with a prolific catalog of songs cut by the likes of Emmylou Harris, Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Keith Urban and more, making him a master among his peers.

    $51.50
    Artist Spotlight Series

    Lost Mary

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

    Lost Mary is the songwriting project of Luke Martin and David Johnson III. Hailing from the small, rural town of Hillsdale, Michigan, Lost Mary is committed to the essence of Folk music: storytelling. Pulling from both traditional and modern Folk and Americana influences, Luke and David bring together their unique musical backgrounds to create songs and stories that are as personal as they are universal.

    Free, donations accepted for Food Gatherers

    Annie & Rod Capps Band

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

    Annie and Rod Capps have established themselves as well-respected songwriters, musicians and performers, with three albums topping the Folk Radio charts and as 2-time Kerrville New Folk Finalists. The Capps’ sound meets at the intersection of Americana & Folk drawing on rock, jazz, blues and bluegrass influences. Tonight’s show celebrates the release of their new album, Never Done. The 10th album from Michigan rockers turned ‘folkies’ features 10 original songs that combine themes of nostalgia and personal growth, with plenty of heart-felt realness, charming self-awareness, and a dusting of humor.

    $24.00

    Marty O’Reilly

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

    Marty O’Reilly’s music feels timeless, like an old story told in a new way. His raw, soulful voice and gritty guitar playing form the foundation of a sound rooted in Americana. Drawing inspiration from folk icons like Woody Guthrie, blues legends like Howlin’ Wolf, gospel pioneers like Sister Rosetta Thorpe, and storytellers like Tom Waits, Marty’s music captivates and connects audiences.

    $26.00

    Maddy Ringo

    Special Guest: Mikey Abbasspour

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

    Since picking up a music career through busking on the streets of Toronto, Maddy Ringo has been a fresh voice in the timeless tradition of American folk music. The daughter of a born-and-bred Canadian and an American peacenik, Maddy learned the Rise Up Singing catalogue as a seven-year-old, laying her foundation in the works of Joan Baez, Arlo Guthrie, Bob Dylan, and the like.

    $24.00

    BIIRD

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

    BIIRD are an all-female trad supergroup that have been mystifying the masses with their lively, zealous set and uncompromising dedication to Irish design since their inception last year. Bringing the trad session vibe from the corner of a pub to a global audience, their energy is unmatched. This is a sisterhood born out of a shared passion for keeping the tradition of Irish music alive, giving it a new look and keeping it on its toes. When they’re performing together, a magic flows between them, and that mix of skill and sorcery make them incomparable.

    $29.00
  • Special Event

    Punch Brothers

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

    Punch Brothers, formed in 2006, are a virtuosic quintet featuring mandolinist Chris Thile, guitarist Chris Eldridge, bassist Paul Kowert, banjoist Noam Pikelny, and violinist Brittany Haas. Known for pushing the boundaries of acoustic music, the band has garnered critical acclaim, including a Grammy for Best Folk Album for All Ashore (2018). The Washington Post applauded them for taking “bluegrass to its next evolutionary stage, drawing equal inspiration from the brain and the heart.”

    $50.28

    Bill Edwards Album Release and Birthday Celebration

    Special Guest: Kathy Wieland

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

    Bill Edwards is an award-winning singer/songwriter from Ann Arbor, MI. He’s known for his thoughtful, moving and sometimes hilarious songs, supported by his fine voice and excellent guitar playing. You’d probably call his style “rootsy”, ranging from classic country to acoustic rock, with an emphasis on well-crafted lyrics.

    $29.00

    Dean Johnson

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

    With I Hope We Can Still Be Friends, his debut for Saddle Creek, Dean Johnson makes a pact with the listener: He will sing you his truth in the most heartfelt and charming way possible, if you promise to keep an open mind. Johnson spent years tending bar at Al’s Tavern in Seattle’s Wallingford neighborhood. There, he encountered folks of all stripes; and regulars enthusiastically murmured about his budding musical greatness — There’s the best songwriter in town! Johnson was a kind of local lore, a long-held family secret, before the singer finally broke out in 2023 with his debut album, Nothing For Me Please, at age 50.

    $24.00