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Olivia and the Lovers // Laurel Hells Ramblers // Carisa

  • Communication 2645 Milwaukee Street Madison, WI, 53704 United States (map)

ALL AGES. Masks are required at all times for audience members. (Performers have the option to unmask only while performing.)

DOORS 7:00 / SHOW 7:30 / DONE BY 10:00 / Tickets $10



Olivia and the Lovers are a queer cowboy band based in Chicago. Taking inspiration both from classic American folk music and cowboy standards, Olivia Love writes music as a vehicle for vulnerability and reflections on queer love, loss, and healing.

https://www.instagram.com/oliviaandthelovers

https://oliviaandthelovers.com/

A Gothic Stringband, Clover-Lynn and Jade Louise are the creators behind the unique folk sound that is the Laurel Hells Ramblers. Clover-Lynn, hailing from Southwest Virginia, plays the banjo, mixing its driving sound with storytelling and her captivating gothic aesthetic. Jade Louise, the rhythmic fiddler from the Carolina foothills, spent years playing with punk and metal bands before returning to the musical traditions of her homeplace. These passionate and trailblazing musicians make up the revolutionary string band, weaving together the melodies of old-time and bluegrass music with powerful storytelling of being a trans woman in Appalachia. Through music and storytelling, they are challenging stereotypes, breaking barriers, and reshaping the image of the region. They seek to show the world and Appalachia that not only are there queer people from the region, but that they are an active part of the culture. Together, their talents bring an extraordinary and welcome twist to the musical traditions of the mountains.

https://www.instagram.com/laurelhellsramblers/

https://www.laurelhellsramblers.com/

carisa's music is best categorized as bedroom cafe. It hints at some of her influences, primarily bossa nova, folk, and jazz. Her lyrics are often straight from the pages of her journal and are always autobiographical in some way. She primarily performs music with her guitar but has also been seen caressing a keyboard.

https://www.instagram.com/carisa.cat/

https://carisa.bandcamp.com/album/microcosm


Accessibility notes: We have two steps to come in the front door, and one step in our back door. There are two steps into the second portion of our building to reach the bathroom. Please let us know if we may assist you in accessing the space.

We have limited parking behind our building in a small lot.

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