As your eyes enjoy the many excellent visual arts, feast your ears to an equally compelling variety of musical artists throughout the day at Art Walk Stoughton!
Mike McCloskey
Longtime Madison-area musician Mike McCloskey is a singer/guitarist/ukulele strummer who has played thousands of live performances throughout Wisconsin, and Illinois both as an acoustic solo artist and with Madison area bands. His rich musical background has taken him from jazz standards to country, swing, folk, rock, Irish and blues.
Mike also teams up often with his son Jamie who plays upright bass as The McCloskeys and Friends.
Alex & Dave
Alex White and David Wyatt bring their roots blend of Folk, Rock, Funk, and Alt-Country to the stage, representing one half of the band Alex White & The Friends.
You’ll hear many different influences in the music. They’ll play some original songs as well as covers from multiple genres spanning five decades.
Alyssa Dominguez
Blending her Mexican American roots with modern country, Wisconsin born singer/songwriter Alyssia Dominguez brings a fresh voice to Nashville’s scene. Featured in the Washington Post and a performer at CMA Fest, she’s also performed at Summerfest, Mile of Music, and with Nashville’s Song Suffragettes. Her latest EP, Chasin’ the Wild (2024), continues her journey of magnetic storytelling and authentic self expression.
Leafy Greens is an acoustic duo comprised of Lisa Johnson on guitar, autoharp, and vocals, and Ben Doran on hammered dulcimer and vocals. Together they perform original, new & traditional tunes with old-time & Celtic roots and veins.
Karen Rebholz & Cait Sullivan
Karen Rebholz (Hardanger fiddle) and Cait Sullivan (Hardanger fiddle, Hardanger d'amore, and vocals) present tunes and tell stories about the country dance, wedding, and listening tunes that evolved in the isolated valleys of rural southern Norway.
Mark Norman
MNM is the solo project of Mark Norman, a seasoned multi-instrumentalist whose sound blends rock, jazz, funk, and Americana. A lifelong musician, Mark has studied under a world-class bass professor and plays with bands like Gin Mill Hollow, Old Soul Society, Jazz Hams, and UP!. His influences range from Tom Petty and Paul Simon to The Wood Brothers and Norah Jones, bringing groove and soul to every performance.
Greg Winkler
Blending acoustic guitar and smooth vocals, Greg Winkler performs original indie folk music from upbeat love songs to thoughtful ballads. Like James Taylor and Mac Davis before him, Greg writes extraordinary songs about ordinary things.
Cassidy Lund
In a fast pace world that only seems to be speeding up, Cassidy’s music offers a peaceful presence, inviting you to slow down and reconnect with your natural joy and leave your daily struggle behind. Her Music is soulful and uplifting. Cassidy was originally inspired by folk, jazz, soul and rhythm and blues. Some of her musical inspirations growing up were Etta James, Amy Winehouse, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Otis Redding, Marvin Gaye, Frank Zappa, Al Green, Stick Figure, Trevor Hall, and James Brown. She invites you to enjoy a unique moment of Music and let your worries melt away.
Janny Trumpet
Janny is a trumpet player, educator, and producer whose love for music shines through every note. His Lo-Fi Jazz project blends original productions with the smooth sounds of live trumpet and flugelhorn, creating a unique and laid-back listening experience. He has performed around the world on cruise ships, Broadway tours, and now calls Wisconsin home, where he runs Eternally Ours Entertainment, providing live music and DJs for weddings and events. In addition to performing, Janny is passionate about teaching, sharing his knowledge and experience with the next generation of musicians through private lessons. Whether on stage or in the classroom, Janny’s music is all about connection, creativity, and joy.
Raquel Alemàn
Raquel Aleman is a Madison-based artist with a knack for setting the perfect mood. Her soulful and polished vocals take center stage over her vibey arrangements on the keys. Playing originals and breathing new life into a range of covers, from popular radio hits to deep cuts, her performances offer an intimate and soothing experience.
In addition to her solo work, look for Raquel on stage with Red Rose, Wild Violets, The Periodicals, Jah Boogie Project (w/ Dub Foundation), Don't Mess With Cupid, and RaMora.
Wagon Roots Duo
Wagon Roots is an acoustic duo from Door County. It is primarily a vehicle for original music and art. Mike Bleck wrote the majority of the repertoire at the Holiday Music Motel with his Steel Bridge songwriting family and his music can often be heard on steelbridgeradio.com Jen added upright bass, vocal harmonies, and her original acrylic paintings as poster art when helping Mike form the band in 2023. A collection of her paintings can be seen at most Wagon Roots shows or on their website: wagonroots.com
Bear in the Forest
Hailing originally from New Orleans, LA, Bear currently resides in Madison, WI with his cat-son Osito (Spanish word for “little bear”). Inspired and driven by music from a young age, Bear was fortunate to be accepted into the First Wave scholarship program at UW Madison. The training he received there combined with inspiration from artists such as Bon Iver and Hozier are just a couple of his driving forces as he works to create music rooted in personal experience + the trials and tribulations of the world around him.