Goodnight Moonshine & Seth Walker
Join singer-songwriter duo Goodnight Moonshine—Molly Venter (of Red Molly) and Eben Pariser (of Roosevelt Dime)—as they blend soulful storytelling and jazz-infused folk with heartfelt honesty. Sharing the stage is acclaimed Americana artist Seth Walker, whose bluesy, gospel-tinged voice and masterful guitar work have earned praise from NPR and American Songwriter. Together, they deliver an unforgettable night of authenticity, emotion, and groove. Website(s): https://www.goodnightmoonshine.com/, https://sethwalker.com/
Socks in the Frying Pan
Socks in the Frying Pan, a multi-award-winning trio from Ennis, County Clare—the heart of Irish traditional music—formed in 2014. Featuring Aodan Coyne (guitar, vocals), Shane Hayes (accordion), and Fiachra Hayes (fiddle), the group’s signature “Socks Sound” blends virtuosic musicianship, pitch-perfect harmonies, and playful on-stage banter. Known for their electrifying performances, the band has toured across 46 U.S. states, dozens of countries, and major festivals including Walnut Valley Festival, Electric Picnic, Tønder Festival, and the New Orleans Jazz Festival. With three acclaimed studio albums and numerous honors—such as Best New Band, Album of the Year, and Best Live Performance—their latest live album, Raw & Ríl, was awarded Best Live Album. Learn More: https://socksinthefryingpan.com
Captain Mike & The Shipwrecked: Jimmy Buffett Tribute
Captain Mike & The Shipwrecked is a premier Jimmy Buffett tribute band, playing hits and deep cuts from the Coral Reefer catalog. High energy evening with music to set your sails to! Jimmy Buffett is the playlist every trip and now it is time to honor his legacy and continue to play these songs for old parrot heads and new fans alike. Now with the Shipwrecked, a 9pc band consisting of a blend of pirates and musicians alike, Captain Mike is ready to sail into any venue. Singing songs and telling stories about time on the sea.
Shovels & Rope w/ special guest Angela Autumn
Shovels & Rope have amassed a loyal following from over a dozen years of dynamic live performances all over the planet. The duo hails from Charleston, SC and are known for their masterful songcraft, powerful harmonies, and high energy performances. Special Guest Angela Autumn Angela Autumn is an Appalachian born musician and writer based in Nashville, TN. She grew up playing anything from ska to rock, but now, living in Nashville, she veers towards the alternative side of Americana and country. She has released several albums, including “Cowboy Jack Clementine” (2023) which has been praised for its unique blend of folk and country. Her music is heavily influenced by traditional folk and primitive music.
FALL ’25 CAIN 10-PACK
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FALL ’25 CAIN 5-PACK
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FALL ’25 CAIN 3-PACK
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Trout Fishing in America
Trout Fishing in America is the songwriting collaboration of Keith Grimwood and Ezra Idlet. For almost 50 years, their vibrant, percussive sound and dynamic stage presence have cultivated a multi-generational fan base at performing arts centers, clubs, and music festivals all around the country. Learn more at https://www.troutmusic.com/. Tickets: $25-45
Mark & Maggie O’Connor’s Life After Life

Crowd favorites Mark and Maggie O’Connor return to Cain Center for the Arts for a special performance in support of their new album, Life After Life. The new album is an Americana project of several original vocal songs they sing together, other popular songs reimagined, and all of them supported by a small universe of acoustic instruments they’ve brushed up on in the time off the road over the past few years. The upcoming album reveals the pair’s most sincere and deeply personal work yet.https://www.markandmaggieoconnor.com/
Dustbowl Revival

Dustbowl Revival has always been about pushing the boundaries of what American roots music can be. In many ways, they could have continued creating joyful, booty-shaking songs and cut-to-heart folk-rock ballads that lift up their transcendent live shows – and mining new energetic material from the place where folk music, funk and soul meet. Tickets $25-45