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Upcoming Events
This star-studded event will feature mini-sets from a wide range of artists across the country who are donating their performance to help raise awareness and much need funds to aid in the rebuild of Johnny’s home and the Speakeasy.
Raise the Speakeasy Roof Streamathon
- Date: Sunday, March 16, 2025
- Time: 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM Eastern Time
- Where: Live-streamed on the Save the Speakeasy Facebook page and YouTube channel and locally at Old Town Tavern, 122 W. Liberty Street, Ann Arbor
The concert will showcase performances from a host of talented musicians, including: Whit & Al Hill (Nashville, TN), Wild Ponies (Nashville, TN), Dana Cooper (Nashville, TN), Lindsay Tomasic (Los Angeles, CA), Michael McNevin (San Francisco Bay Area, CA), Cosy Sheridan (Boston, MA), Chuck Brodsky (Asheville, NC), Julianne Ankley (Port Huron, MI), Jeff Plankenhorn (Campbell River, BC), Jeff Burke (Nashville, TN)
In addition, several guest appearances will enhance the show throughout the day, along with performances from local artists, including: Judy Banker, Dave Boutette & Kristi Davis, Chris Buhalis, Annie & Rod Capps, Lauren Crane, Shari Kane & Dave Steele, Billy King & Emily Slomovits, Dave Menefee, Mike Ward, and Johnny himself!
Past Events
Chelsea Depot
June 12, 2024
Presented by On The Tracks Songwriter Showcase
YES, We’ll be live-streaming this show. CLICK HERE TO WATCH Featuring another all-star lineup who are near and dear to Johnny. Confirmed performers are Annie Bacon, Lauren Crane, Delta 88, Diamonds in the Rust, Kitty Donohoe, Ed Dupas, Chris Dupont & Kylee Phillips, Terry Farmer, Michelle Held, Mark Jewett, Timothy Monger, Mustard’s Retreat, Drew Nelson, Dave & Elvin Sharp, Jen Sygit and Matt Watroba
Trinity House Theatre | April 14, 2024
We’re thrilled to be including some of Michigan’s finest in this musical lineup:
The Bowdish Brothers, Chris Buhalis, Kitty Donohoe, Bill Edwards, Michelle Held, Hoodang, Ironwood, Jill Jack, Billy King, Jan Krist & Jim Bizer, Kevin Meisel, Bobby Pennock & Dan Hall & Dave Roof, Angela Predhomme & Rochelle Clark, Jamie-Sue Seal, Jo Serrapere & John Devine, Mike Ward, Waynewood Boys.
Manchester Underground | February 17, 2024
Lineup: The Carpenter Ants headlining
also featuring Larry Groce with special guest, Jackson Smith and an opening set by Chris Buhalis
WATCH LIVE STREAM
The Ark | January 9, 2024, 7:30pm
Featuring an all-star line up:
Judy Banker Band, Al Bettis, Chris Buhalis, Dave Boutette & Kristi Davis, Annie & Rod Capps Band, Rochelle Clark, Shari Kane & Dave Steele, Billy King and San & Emily Slomovits, Misty Lyn & the Big Beautiful, Peter Madcat Ruth, The Sidemen, The Dick Siegel Trio, Rollie Tussing Trio, Misty Lyn & the Big Beautiful, The Whiskey Charmers, Wilson Thicket