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Quite a few notable entities have called Stevens Point, Wisconsin their home, such as: the world’s largest trivia contest, the majestic Schmeeckle Reserve, and first-class American cricketer Ian Holland. However, among the notability resides an entity that stands taller and grooves harder than the rest: Armchair Boogie.

The up-tempo, funkgrass quartet started in 2015 when Augie Dougherty (banjo, vocals) and Ben Majeska (guitar, vocals) collided in a fiery crash of modern bluegrass glory. With the rhythmic addition of Eli Frieders (bass) and Denzel Connor (drums), the Boogie Boys took their current funky form.

After moving just a couple hours South to Madison, WI in 2018, the band put together their self-titled debut album, rich with deep grooves, grassy jams, and well-structured lyrics. A nationwide tour following the release of the album brought their music to life, building a loyal fanbase that would come to support their sophomore album, “What Does Time Care?" (2019).

Be sure to check out Armchair Boogie’s latest release, “The Western EP” (2021), which shows a side of the band’s music that travels from Appalachia and sets its roots in the dry valleys of the Southwest.