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Michael Perry and the Long Beds Feat. Mary Cutrufello
While the music made by Perry and the Long Beds has been variously described as ‘country folk,’ ‘roughneck folk,’ ‘folk-twang,’ and Americana, they prefer the description given by an audience member after a benefit concert in Perry’s old high school gym: ‘You sound just like Gordon Lightfoot… only zippier!’ Nice – but there are limits. ‘Zippy or not,’ says Perry, ‘when ‘The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald’ comes on the radio, we sit down, shut up, and listen.’Tickets are $35…
Book club and Long Beds show at Rush River Brewery + special guest Mary Cutrufello
River Falls Public Library hosts a very special evening of live music and stories with Mike, the Long Beds, and special guest Mary Cutrufello. Join us before the concert at 6:30 p.m. to discuss Perry's new book, Montaigne in Barn Boots. Schedule: 6:30 -7:00 pm: Book reading and discussion with Michael Perry 7:00 - 9:00 pm: Michael Perry & the Long Beds This event is free and open to the public!
Michael Perry and the Long Beds feat. Molly O
Besides presenting other bands as host of Tent Show Radio, and writing award-winning books, Mike finds time to set life to music with his own band. Michael Perry and the Long Beds have been variously described as 'country folk,' 'roughneck folk,' 'folk-twang,' and Americana. "I was raised by farmers and preachers and tough country women, and I suppose my songs reflect that," says Perry. "Then again, certain wisdoms are available only from whistlers, frauds, and sinners, so I try to…
Mike Perry & the Long Beds + LASKA
Mike and the band, joined by special guests LASKA, will play the Pablo Center at the Confluence in Eau Claire, WI. Tickets are $20 and available here. Michael Perry and the Long Beds have been variously described as ‘country folk,’ ‘roughneck folk,’ ‘folk-twang,’ and Americana. “I was raised by farmers and preachers and tough country women, and I suppose my songs reflect that,” says Perry. “Then again, certain wisdoms are available only from whistlers, frauds, and sinners, so I try to slide…
Michael Perry & The Long Beds
Mike and the Long Beds, featuring special guest Mary Cutrufello, will play at Viroqua Masonic Center on November 3rd. This show is hosted by Driftless Books & Music. Tickets are $20 and are available here. Michael Perry and the Long Beds have been variously described as ‘country folk,’ ‘roughneck folk,’ ‘folk-twang,’ and Americana. “I was raised by farmers and preachers and tough country women, and I suppose my songs reflect that,” says Perry. “Then again, certain wisdoms are available only from whistlers, frauds, and…
Michael Perry & the Long Beds
Mike and the band will play the Ice House in Minneapolis on November 4th. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. Tickets $20 and are available here. Michael Perry and the Long Beds have been variously described as ‘country folk,’ ‘roughneck folk,’ ‘folk-twang,’ and Americana. “I was raised by farmers and preachers and tough country women, and I suppose my songs reflect that,” says Perry. “Then again, certain wisdoms are available only from whistlers, frauds, and sinners, so I try to slide…
Michael Perry & The Long Beds
Mike and the Long Beds, featuring special guest Mary Cutrufello, will play at The Root Note, in La Crosse, WI. Tickets available here.
Mike & the Long Beds: Live in Studio 30-Minute Music Hour
30-Minute Music Hour begins its new season with a performance by Michael Perry & the Long Beds live in the studios of Wisconsin Public Television in Madison. If you would like to attend the live performance in our studio, please send an email ASAP to [email protected] We'll reply with your confirmation. Attendance is free and open to all! Seating is limited, so please RSVP today!
Michael Perry & the Long Beds + LASKA
Mike and the band will be joined by special guests LASKA at the Stoughton Opera House for a night of music, storytelling, and laughter. Perry began writing songs in the early 1990s during long nights when he was struggling to survive on prose; fast-forward twenty years and the Long Beds are currently recording their third album. Often described as "country folk," "roughneck folk," "folk-twang," and Americana, they prefer the description given by an audience member after a benefit concert in Perry's old…
House Concert with Michael Perry & The Long Beds
An intimate Winona House Concert with Mike and the Long Beds featuring Ben Lester on the pedal-steel guitar (S. Carey, Tallest Man on Earth, and Shane Leonard). Hope you can join us for a delightful night of songs, memorable stories, and humor. Ticket are $20 and are available here.