In March, LINE will join Old Oaks at their monthly show at the Brink Lounge. Each band will play a set, and then a few tunes in collaboration!
ABOUT THE BANDS:
Old Oaks encompasses the acoustic music of Mount Horeb Singer Songwriter, Frank Laufenberg. The music ranges from 12-string renditions of classic tunes like Purple Haze and Heart of Gold to melodious folk-jazz originals. Frank is frequently joined by saxophonist Daniel Haschke and upright bassist/vocalist Claire Kannapell. Frank and Daniel also play with Madison Funk Fusion band Wurk.
LINE is a lyric-driven pop band based in Madison, WI. Balancing a range of influences, LINE channels a sound that swings between moody indie rock and reflective contemporary folk. Personal reflection, queer love, and social commentary show up as common themes in singer Maddie Batzli’s songwriting. In 2018, LINE grew beyond a solo project when Maddie reunited with longtime friend Austin Lynch, a bassist who brings a jazz guitar background. Esther Chun joined soon after, providing treble vocals, and Will Ault completed the group, adding drums and Cajon. Beyond the music, what makes LINE special is the apparent joy they take in playing together, and the chemistry that results from that friendship and shared drive. LINE's debut EP, Choosing Sides, tells six stories about growing pains.