Milwaukee’s twangy rock and roll band, Wire and Nail, is performing live on The Lakely Stage as part of their Spring Midwest Tour! They’ll play a wide variety of music from originals to every rockin’ cover needed to keep the crowd going!

Wire and Nail Bio
#Milwaukeetonk. Nothing better than a Saturday Night in a Northwoods Tavern. Longnecks & Shooters. Darts & Pool. Romance & Good times. Wire & Nail. This tight combo from Milwaukee loves nothing better than to supply the soundtrack. Equal parts Honky Tonk and Rock n Roll, Wire & Nail have the chops to keep the evening rolling.
Loaded like a shotgun, the band comes stacked with tight harmonies, great tone, an on point rhythm section and enough swagger to back it up.

Truly a unique act unlike anything yet, Mike Oregano has fully commercialized both the aesthetic and sonic details of the “One Man Band” concept. Performing in a unique Jazz/Rock style, he is sure to turn heads wherever he is jammin’! Mike uses his feet to hit the drums as well as an array of fully intuitive pedal boards complete with: loopers, bass splits, synthesizers, etc. He records the rhythm (guitar and bass) on the spot, and layers over it live with drums while singing and soloing on his guitar simultaneously.

Jazz Flux is a group comprising several of Milwaukee’s most active performing jazz musicians. The love of jazz has brought this group together to create and maintain one of America’s great musical traditions. The group derives it’s unique sound from elements of hip hop, R&B, and pop while incorporating elements of those genres into it’s performances of traditional jazz. Along with multiple musical influences the band’s performances are distinguished by the high energy the band brings; byproduct of the groups passion for the music and friendship with one another.

Introducing Jason and The Jazzerknots, a dynamic ensemble born out of a passion for crafting original jazz compositions that captivate audiences across the spectrum. Spearheaded by guitarist and composer, Jason Goessl, this quartet brings a fresh perspective to the jazz scene, with each member contributing their unique flair.

At the core of the group are Jason Goessl, the mastermind behind the guitar wizardry, Josh Gallagher on piano, Jeremy Boettcher on upright bass, and the rhythmic pulse provided by Mike Malone on drums.

Rooted in the rich traditions of jazz rhythm sections, spanning from the iconic Big Band Era to the contemporary, Jason and The Jazzerknots infuse their music with a distinctive touch. Jason Goessl’s guitar work, reminiscent of a horn’s melodic nuances, adds a unique layer to their sonic tapestry.

The second album from Jason and The Jazzerknots, Sittin’ on a Sunset, features eight original tracks composed by bandleader and guitarist Jason Goessl. Exhibiting a wide range of styles and moods, from bluesy to funky and from pensive to driving, this band proves itself to be a well-oiled machine. Josh Gallagher brings his tasteful touch on the piano, Jeremy Boettcher his driving feel on bass, and Mike Malone his elegant palette on drums. The group truly shines on this album.

Stream the first single, “Makes My Heart Sway,” here.