Episodes

Tuesday Nov 17, 2009
Episode 87 - Vagabond Opera
Tuesday Nov 17, 2009
Tuesday Nov 17, 2009
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Mad Toast Live! and WORT 89.9 FM present a special ticketed concert event, welcoming Portland, Oregon's "Vagabond Opera" to our stage. Vagabond Opera combines the most entertaining elements of European Cabaret, Vintage Americana, Balkan Belly-Dance, Neo-Classical Opera, and Old-World Yiddish Theater.
At their first Madison performance last year, Vagabond Opera left the full house screaming for more!
vagabondopera.com

Tuesday Nov 10, 2009
Episode 86 - Mark Harrod
Tuesday Nov 10, 2009
Tuesday Nov 10, 2009
CD Release Party! Mark's dead-on pop songwriting is undeniably destined for film-tracks and major radio-play. If you haven't heard him yet--now's your best chance!
markharrodmusic.com

Tuesday Nov 10, 2009
Episode 85 - Scott Lamps
Tuesday Nov 10, 2009
Tuesday Nov 10, 2009
An accomplished and dedicated songwriter, Lamps has worked with many clients and collaborators, and will also be featuring his own music in addition to accompanying Mark Harrod.
scottlamps.com
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Tuesday Nov 10, 2009
Episode 84 - Nancy Rost
Tuesday Nov 10, 2009
Tuesday Nov 10, 2009
Nancy Rost has been called "the love child of Tom Lehrer and Tom Waits" (KnowYourMusic.com). Her distinctive songs combine a jazz-influenced piano style with lyrics that are quirky, witty and heartfelt, often all at once.
nancyrost.com
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Tuesday Nov 03, 2009
Episode 83 - Michael Miller
Tuesday Nov 03, 2009
Tuesday Nov 03, 2009
L.A. songwriter Michael Miller performs his beautiful slow tempo songs.
michaelmillercrusade.com

Tuesday Nov 03, 2009
Episode 82 - Delaney Davidson
Tuesday Nov 03, 2009
Tuesday Nov 03, 2009
Part II of the Touring Songwriters Showcase from November 3. Delaney Davidson stops by on this leg of his U.S. tour. A New Zealand native, he shares stories of his world travels and shows his gritty songwriting style. A must listen!
myspace.com/delaneyfdavidson

Tuesday Nov 03, 2009
Episode 81 - Charlie Cheney
Tuesday Nov 03, 2009
Tuesday Nov 03, 2009
Charlie Cheney (Michigan...former Madisonian)
charliecheney.com

Tuesday Oct 27, 2009
Episode 80 - Water Street Bridge
Tuesday Oct 27, 2009
Tuesday Oct 27, 2009
These Milwaukee-based seasoned veterans blend Celtic, Blues, Americana, Shanty, Jazz, Creole, Folk, Art-Rock, Reggae, Comedy and original songs into something that can only be described as “eclectic acoustic.” Brandishing an impressive arsenal of musical instruments (resonator guitar, mandolin, ukulele, fiddle, pennywhistle, squeeze box, flute, harmonica, doumbek, djembe, and bodhran - just to name a few) they bring new life to tales of old, old sounds to tales of today, and twisted takes on tales never meant to be told.
waterstreetbridge.com

Tuesday Oct 27, 2009
Episode 79 - Ken Lonnquist
Tuesday Oct 27, 2009
Tuesday Oct 27, 2009
Known for his audience interaction, funny and unique performances for all ages, and songs made up right on the spot, Ken is also a theatrical composer and performer as well as a minstrel for the environment. Frankly, we don't know what to expect, but whatever it is, it'll be great!
kenland.com

Tuesday Oct 20, 2009
Episode 78 - Don Stiernberg
Tuesday Oct 20, 2009
Tuesday Oct 20, 2009
"Stiernberg is the foremost jazz mandolinist in America today" (Mike Marshall) "I've always had the highest regard for his mandolin style-understated, subtle, and sweet." (David Grisman)
Don Stiernberg is among the top tier of mandolinists performing today in any style. A former member of Jethro Burn's Quartet, Mr. Steirnberg's jazz trio will grace our stage in this rare must-see Madison performance!
