Don't Mess With Cupid, Madison Music Foundry

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Don't Mess With Cupid on stage.

Don't Mess With Cupid

Fitchbug’s popular summer music in the park series, Concerts at McKee, kicks off with one of Madison’s hottest cover bands, Don’t Mess With Cupid. The band delivers classic soul hits from the likes of Stevie Wonder, Al Green, Marvin Gaye and Otis Redding (it’s a song of Redding’s that lends the band its name). At 6 p.m., students from Madison Music Foundry open the show. There will be food trucks, beer and wine carts. Wait, what — wine carts!?

media release: Fitchburg's highly anticipated summer tradition returns in 2025 for the 15th season! The Concerts At McKee series will be held on the third Monday of June, July, and August, promising a vibrant lineup of music and community fun at McKee Farms Park. The 2025 Concerts at McKee series is sponsored by Oak Bank. 

"As a bank deeply rooted in our community's prosperity, we understand the importance of enriching the cultural fabric that binds us together,” said Terry Taylor, president of Oak Bank. “As the premier sponsor of the summer Concerts at McKee in Fitchburg, we're investing in the heartbeat of our community. Music has the power to unite, inspire, and uplift. It fosters a sense of belonging and creates cherished memories for families and friends. Through our support, we aim to contribute to the vibrant tapestry of experiences that make our community a wonderful place to live, work, and thrive." 

The series kicks off on June 16 with Don’t Mess With Cupid, bringing the sounds of soul legends like Otis Redding, James Brown, Stevie Wonder, Al Green, and Marvin Gaye to life with their high-energy performance. The fun continues July 21 with Chicken Wire Empire, a pioneering force in contemporary bluegrass hailing from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The series concludes on August 18 with Chicago Latin Groove, the heartbeat of Chicago's tropical music scene, electrifying audiences with their fusion of energy, rhythm, and passion. 

Each concert begins with youth bands from Madison Music Foundry at 6:00pm, followed by the headliners at 7:00pm. Attendees can enjoy a variety of food trucks, beer, and wine carts, or bring a picnic and lawn chairs. With free admission, these events offer a perfect opportunity for the community to gather, enjoy live music, and make summer memories. This concert series is brought to you by Oak Bank, Ward-Brodt Music, The Cesta an Illuminus Community, Mosquito Joe of Madison, Cardinal Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, & Electric, Matt Winzenried Real Estate Partners, Grand Appliance, Madison Music Foundry, The City of Fitchburg, and The Fitchburg Chamber Visitor + Business Bureau.