February 3, 2023

Wurk is a 6-piece funk-fusion group that formed in Madison, WI in 2016.  Inspired by Snarky Puppy, Umphrey’s McGee, Herbie Hancock, and many others; their innovative original songs and ambitious interpretations of popular covers offer an impressive multi-genre exploration of funk, jazz fusion, prog rock, reggae, and more. Described by Isthmus Magazine as “summer-jam-perfect”, their sound seeks to employ a musically educated tone; Wurk fills the gap between complexity and groove, impressing fans and keeping them dancing all night. The Madison Area Music Association (MAMA) Awards recognized their rapid ascent to stardom in 2018 with the Breakthrough Artist of the Year Award; then only six months later Wurk won five more awards including the coveted 2019 MAMA Artist of the Year Award. Max Morkri drives the band with his blend of solid grooving and intricate chops, which is coupled by Casey Seymour’s powerful bass lines to glue  the band together. Frank Laufenberg (guitar/vocals) and Miles Morkri (electric piano/vocals) provide rhythmic and tonal complexity while filling the role as the principal songwriters and vocalists.  Daniel Haschke (saxophones/flute) and Carl Hipenbecker (trumpet/vocals) top it off with impressive horn lines and effects.

Dropbear Collective is a 4-piece modern rock outfit from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The band formed in early 2018, quickly began writing original music, and hasn’t stopped since. They released their debut album in late 2019. With a growing following, the quartet redefines modern rock and roll. “DBC” draws influence from a wide variety of music, including artists such as Led Zeppelin, Blind Melon, Built to Spill, Oasis, and many more. The group combines to create a unique blend of powerful riffs and catchy hooks with underlying blues and folk elements. Powerful. Original.

Wolves With Virginia is a 4-piece band hailing from Milwaukee that delivers a unique brand of Vintage Desert Surf.

Doors at 7pm, show at 8pm, $10