In 2025, the Kindred Folk Society is bringing you the Still Folkin’ Music Series, a series of shows featuring both solo songwriters and bands in keeping with the folk and roots tradition the RiverRoots Music Festival started. Since 2011, The Kindred Folk Society has been bringing quality roots music to Madison, Indiana with the RiverRoots Music series. Alas, we are leaving the RiverRoots name behind, but we want you all to know we are STILL FOLKIN’! The Kindred Folk Society keeps on keeping’ on!

Featured Artist:

Michael Kelsey brings a free-flowing improvisational style to the guitar that involves every inch of his instrument. From his funky, percussive playing style that conjures an image of a one-man version of STOMP to lush instrumentals reminiscent of Michael Hedges/Phil Keaggy, his performance blends multiple musical genres and vocals along with some techno fun to create a sound all his own. He is the winner of Guitar Center’s “Guitarmageddon”. Chosen from among 3,000 entrants the singer-songwriter performed at Eric Clapton’s Crossroads 2004 where he shared the stage with many legendary guitarists. Through out a performance Michael may make use of technology, his improv skills, objects in the room, and audience interaction to make music for the ears but more importantly a musical experience for the senses.

Ticket / Check-In Information:

• Advance Tickets = $15 | Day of Show Tickets = $20
• Doors open at 7pm. | Show starts @ 7:45pm.
• Please enter through the front, Main Street entrance to check in.
• Wristbands will be provided at check-in and must be worn throughout the event
• Tickets can be purchased at madtixevents.com 

Venue Information:

• No outside food or drinks may be brought into the venue.
• All ages are welcome.
• Free street parking available. (There are also some small, free parking lots located nearby.)
• 21+ bar on site (cash or cards).

For other information on where to stay, eat, or play, check out Visitmadison.org for more information!