Mark your calendars for Island Lake’s annual Lake Fest, a vibrant community celebration filled with 3 days of carnival rides, live music, and fun for all ages under the water tower!

Chicago’s red-hot, rockin’ swamp boogie blues outfit returns to the river with harmonica in hand and a backline that could shake the barge loose from the dock. The Broken Oar is where the Nightburners do what they do best... burn it down and build it back up with a blues groove so thick you’ll need waders.

Get ready to ride the groove this Saturday, May 22nd at 8PM as The Salty Dogs return to The Toadstool in Highwood.... bringing their rowdy, rootsy, horn-laced blues revue with a twist of soul and a whole lotta stomp.

And back in the mix as special guest, the one and only Kevin Purcell, delivering the harp-driven fire and gravel-lined vocals that keep the night honest.

Memorial Day Weekend Kickoff - An authentic Americana powerhouse, Kevin Purcell & The Root Doctors fuse the storytelling of bluegrass, the soul of Delta blues, and the sway of Appalachian folk into one irresistible live set. Led by Purcell’s electrifying harmonica and vocals, the trio’s intricate guitar, upright bass, and dobro interplay turns every venue into a front‑porch jam session. Expect barn‑burning rhythms, haunting ballads, and a communal energy that celebrates the living spirit of roots music.

Hey Everyone, really excited about this new place in Wauconda, lots of room, great stage, great food too!! Cmon out and see Rosehill Revival performing all of your favorite Allman Bros hits, including Jessica, One Way Out, Blue Sky, Ramblin Man, and so many more!!! And all performed with our new slide player, the amazing Mr. Zach Avery!!!! He’s amazing at nailing the nuance and tone of the great Duane Allman, and he joins Dean G, Dave Swaney, Bill on keys, Kevin singing, Tony on Bass, and Mike on drums for a memorable show played by hard-core Allman Bros fans!!!! We’d love to see you there!!!

ARCTIC WINTER BAR IS BACK at Broken Oar! Step inside the snow-covered wonderland, grab a winter cocktail, and settle in for wall-to-wall live music all season long as Kevin Purcell & The Nightburners return to the Broken Oar for an unforgettable night of rockn' blues and raw groove. Expect the full Nightburners energy augmented by our Back Burner horn section, soaring fiddle lines, and special guest Stevie Kraig on guitar, delivering some blazing solos. Come early for a great seat and stay late for the kind of set that only this crew can deliver.

Kevin's Birthday Bash

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Rose Hill Revival offers two distinct experiences for its fans. For purists, there’s the “Pure Allman Brothers” show—a faithful, electrifying journey through the band’s timeless catalog, from the searing slide guitar of “Statesboro Blues” to the transcendent improvisation of “Whipping Post.”

The Root Doctors are more than a band—they’re a celebration of musical heritage. With a sound grounded in the storytelling of bluegrass, the soul of delta blues, and the sway of Appalachian folk, they’re equal parts front porch jam session and high-energy stage show. At the helm, Purcell channels his deep respect for roots music into every harmonica riff, every lyric, and every moment shared with his audience.

Known for his electrifying presence as a vocalist and harmonica virtuoso, Purcell leads The Root Doctors with a rare balance of passion and precision. This isn’t a one-man show, though—The Root Doctors are a true ensemble, where harmonica, guitar, dobro, fiddle, and upright bass weave together like an old quilt, warm and familiar but bursting with fresh colors.

Together, they conjure the spirit of Americana—not as a museum piece, but as a living, breathing thing. Their shows are a communal experience, where barn-burning jams and haunting ballads flow into one another, leaving audiences moved, grooving, and craving more. The Root Doctors aren’t afraid to push boundaries, blending bluegrass and blues with a dash of zydeco spice, a hint of country swing, and the unshakable rhythm of gospel.

Kevin Purcell and The Root Doctors are here to remind us why roots music matters—because it speaks to who we are, where we’ve been, and where we’re headed. So come take your medicine, let the music heal, and find yourself in the deep rhythms of Americana reborn.

Private Party

Chicago’s own Rose Hill Revival brings the soul of Duane and Gregg Allman to life in two electrifying show formats: a faithful, note‑for‑note journey through Allman Brothers classics, or a high‑octane Southern Rock hybrid that blends fan favorites with deep‑cut gems and fiery tributes to Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Marshall Tucker Band and more. Led by harmonica phenom Kevin Purcell and a powerhouse band of veteran musicians, Rose Hill Revival delivers masterful twin‑guitar harmonies, thunderous dual drumming, and Hammond‑organ swells that transport audiences straight to the heart of the Southern jam‑band tradition. Whether you’re a die‑hard Allman Brothers purist or craving a broader Southern Rock blast, Rose Hill Revival promises a night of pure, unfiltered Southern boogie—and keeps their musical flame burning bright.

An authentic Americana powerhouse, Kevin Purcell & The Root Doctors fuse the storytelling of bluegrass, the soul of Delta blues, and the sway of Appalachian folk into one irresistible live set. Led by Purcell’s electrifying harmonica and vocals, the trio’s intricate guitar, upright bass, and dobro interplay turns every venue into a front‑porch jam session. Expect barn‑burning rhythms, haunting ballads, and a communal energy that celebrates the living spirit of roots music.

Kevin Purcell & The Flamethrowers - Blazing out of Chicago’s blues scene, Kevin Purcell & The Flamethrowers turn up the heat with their signature fusion of gritty Boogie, Southern soul, and original fire. Anchored by Purcell’s harp‑driven vocals and a powerhouse Nightburners rhythm section, and ignited by special guest Stevie Craig’s searing guitar pyrotechnics, this high‑voltage blues‑rock assault transforms every stage into a furnace of sound.