Concerts from the couch of Cactus Joe. Watch live or online.noreply@blogger.com (Unknown)Tue, 18 Nov 2025 06:26:14 -0600Blogger http://www.blogger.com40125http://cjhouseconcert.blogspot.com/en-usnoCOPYRIGHT 2015 Cactus Joe Productions LLChouse,concerts,acoustic,music,live,acoustic,music,singer,songwriter,cactus,joe,couch,concertWatch concerts performed on the couch of Cactus Joe.Cactus Joe's Couch ConcertsCactus Joeragbraijoe@yahoo.comCactus Joehttp://cjhouseconcert.blogspot.com/2015/08/how-to-live-stream-music-performance.htmlhouse concertshow to live stream musiclive music performanceslive streamingmusic venuesSat, 1 Aug 2015 10:37:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1540521497580513258.post-1900890733345124637 These days, it is easier than ever to live stream a house concert or live musical performance with a laptop computer and some decent audio-visual hardware. Here is what you need. 1. A laptop or portable device with access to speedy Internet service via ethernet or wifi (ethernet may achieve better speeds than wifi, but most wifi is pretty fast nowadays), and which can be connected to 0Madison, WI, USA43.0730517 -89.40123019999998642.8875022 -89.723953699999981 43.2586012 -89.078506699999991ragbraijoe@yahoo.com (Cactus Joe)http://cjhouseconcert.blogspot.com/2015/03/mini-house-concert-31115-cactus-joe.htmlall hail west texascactus joecouch concertshouse concertslive music onlinemini house concertsmountain goatsmusic video streamingWed, 11 Mar 2015 23:15:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1540521497580513258.post-1874816423871665955I have been doing short, one-song mini house concerts the past couple of days. So I figured I may as well post them here. In this one, I perform the song "All Hail West Texas" by the Mountain Goats. Nice angsty one... 1Madison, WI, USA43.0730517 -89.40123019999998642.8875022 -89.723953699999981 43.2586012 -89.078506699999991ragbraijoe@yahoo.com (Cactus Joe)http://cjhouseconcert.blogspot.com/2011/01/couch-concert-11711-cactus-joe-performs.htmlkill the zombieszombie warszombies vs humansTue, 18 Jan 2011 00:18:00 -0600tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1540521497580513258.post-5795503019996135851Cactus Joe came across this catchy zombie killing song on the web and decided to perform it for the Couch Concert on Monday January 17, 2011. Enjoy. 0ragbraijoe@yahoo.com (Cactus Joe)http://cjhouseconcert.blogspot.com/2011/01/couch-concert-11411-cactus-joe-performs.htmlcactus joecactus joes couch concertflight of the conchordsguppy effecthouse concertsmost beautiful girl in the roomrobotsFri, 14 Jan 2011 12:01:00 -0600tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1540521497580513258.post-90242686267126392Hi Friends. For this COUCH CONCERT, I am performing "Most Beautiful Girl (in the Room)" by Flight of the Conchords. Thanks for watching. If you enjoyed it, CLICK HERE.0ragbraijoe@yahoo.com (Cactus Joe)http://cjhouseconcert.blogspot.com/2011/01/couch-concert-11311-cactus-joe-performs.htmlclassic rockmtvmtv videospresidents of the usathe bugglesvideo killed the radio starThu, 13 Jan 2011 18:08:00 -0600tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1540521497580513258.post-8092465184423588106Hi Friends. In this COUCH CONCERT, I am performing "Video Killed the Radio Star" by the Buggles (in the style of the Presidents of the USA). Thanks for watching. If you enjoyed this, CLICK HERE.0ragbraijoe@yahoo.com (Cactus Joe)http://cjhouseconcert.blogspot.com/2011/01/couch-concert-1811-strong-like-bear.htmlacoustic rockcactus joeguppy effecthouse concertindie rockMon, 10 Jan 2011 18:04:00 -0600tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1540521497580513258.post-7483543855618036455Iowa's indie rockers STRONG LIKE BEAR performed on the couch on Saturday January 8, 2011, with Cactus Joe guesting on bass. 0ragbraijoe@yahoo.com (Cactus Joe)http://cjhouseconcert.blogspot.com/2011/01/couch-concert-1611-cactus-joe-performs.htmlcactus joe livedark complexioned womanhouse concertslive acoustic musiclive music venuesThu, 6 Jan 2011 14:40:00 -0600tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1540521497580513258.post-3312899083475185546Hi Friends! I am taking advantage of my temporary self-employment (that's a fancy word for unemployment) to perform a handful of my classic solo works. I hope you enjoy "Dark Complexioned Woman." It is one of the first songs I ever wrote, way way way back when I can't even remember... Thanks for watching.0ragbraijoe@yahoo.com (Cactus Joe)http://cjhouseconcert.blogspot.com/2011/01/couch-concert-1511-cactus-joe-performs.htmlcactus joecactus joes couch concertguppy effectlive acoustic musiclive music venuesWed, 5 Jan 2011 16:08:00 -0600tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1540521497580513258.post-1482747724172253991Hi friends. My birthday is this weekend, and as is traditional, I prepared a treat for everyone. FYI, my birthday party is this Friday January 7th at the Dry Bean in Madison. 9 PM to close, two bands (including GUPPY EFFECT), and totally free admish. I hope you can make it, but if not, enjoy this... 0ragbraijoe@yahoo.com (Cactus Joe)http://cjhouseconcert.blogspot.com/2010/12/couch-concert-122610-cactus-joe.htmlcactus joecowboy mouthelvis costelloguppy effectlight it on fire cowboy mouthred shoes elvis costelloSun, 26 Dec 2010 16:20:00 -0600tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1540521497580513258.post-7725781459098056541Cactus Joe's Couch Concert presents Cactus Joe performing two classic rock-n-roll hits. 1. "(Angels Wanna Wear My) Red Shoes" by Elvis Costello. 2. "Light it on Fire" by Cowboy Mouth. Cactus Joe is on a roll! A rockin' roll. I couldn't help it...0ragbraijoe@yahoo.com (Cactus Joe)http://cjhouseconcert.blogspot.com/2010/12/merry-christmas-youtube-they-might-be.htmlcactus joecactus joes couch concertguppy effectsantas beardthey might be giantsSun, 26 Dec 2010 01:13:00 -0600tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1540521497580513258.post-4914652577791053872Hi Friends. Here is my homemade Christmas present for you, for being so supportive all these years. It's a Couch Concert performance of me playing "Santa's Beard" by They Might Be Giants0ragbraijoe@yahoo.com (Cactus Joe)http://cjhouseconcert.blogspot.com/2010/10/open-mic-night-thursday-rocktober-7-in.htmllive music venuesopen mic nightwaterhouse cafeWed, 6 Oct 2010 23:28:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1540521497580513258.post-6737261481982057662Hi All. I'll be hosting OPEN MIC NIGHT at Waterhouse Cafe in Lake Mills WI on Thursday night, 10/7/10 from 7 to 9 PM. It's fun and it's free. Joe0ragbraijoe@yahoo.com (Cactus Joe)http://cjhouseconcert.blogspot.com/2010/09/house-concert-sunday-october-3-from-3-6.htmlacoustic musicacoustic rockhouse concertlive music venueswork of artTue, 28 Sep 2010 22:27:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1540521497580513258.post-1284675882315310944Hey Everyone! HOUSE CONCERT at Cactus Joe's Imperial Palace of Rock this Sunday October 3 from 3 to 6 PM. $5 suggested donation OR a side dish to share, your choice. Direct message me to RSVP and get directions. Joe0ragbraijoe@yahoo.com (Cactus Joe)http://cjhouseconcert.blogspot.com/2010/09/kickoff-open-mic-new-venue-lake-mills.htmllive music venuesopen mic nightwisconsin open micsMon, 13 Sep 2010 13:42:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1540521497580513258.post-5295745506593201693Hi Friends. I am hosting a debut Open Mic Night this Thursday 9/16 at a new venue - Waterhouse Cafe in Lake Mills WI - from 7 to 9 PM. All acoustic acts are invited and welcome to come perform and hang out. We need spectators too! For the remainder of 2010, I'll be hosting Open Mic from 7 to 9 PM on the FIRST THURSDAY of the month at Waterhouse. This week is the kickoff party, which is why it1ragbraijoe@yahoo.com (Cactus Joe)http://cjhouseconcert.blogspot.com/2010/08/monday-august-16-2010-i-am-guest.htmlcheap tacoscome back innopen mic nightMon, 16 Aug 2010 11:44:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1540521497580513258.post-9203305858614786402Hi Friends! I am guest hosting Tim Lochner's open mic night at Come Back Inn in Madison WI tonight, 9 PM to midnight. Won't you come spectate or perform? It's $0.50 cent taco night until 10 pm. YUM! Rock on! Joe0ragbraijoe@yahoo.com (Cactus Joe)http://cjhouseconcert.blogspot.com/2010/07/songwriters-circle-at-waterhouse-cafe.htmllive music venuesmadison songwriterspaul stieglerrich baumannwaterhouse cafeWed, 7 Jul 2010 23:34:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1540521497580513258.post-1033360149191624203Hi. It's Joe. Just real quick, I saw that there is a songwriter's circle going down at Waterhouse Cafe in Lake Mills WI on Thursday night, July 8th, which is tomorrow night as I write this, but probably tonight as you read it. It's from 7 to 9 PM and I encourage everyone who can go to go. Dave Schindele and Paul Stiegler will be there, in addition to Rich Baumann and a couple other great 0ragbraijoe@yahoo.com (Cactus Joe)http://cjhouseconcert.blogspot.com/2010/06/house-concert-sunday-july-4-cactus-joes.htmlguppy effect unpluggedhouse concertlive acoustic musicMon, 21 Jun 2010 02:10:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1540521497580513258.post-8597244533432900941Hi Friends. There will be a HOUSE CONCERT. Oh yes. There will be a HOUSE CONCERT. It's Sunday July 4th from 3 to 6 PM at my house. RSVP HERE: http://www.meetup.com/Madison-Energize/calendar/13833596 This HOUSE CONCERT is being organized via the MADISON ENERGIZE ACTIVITIES MeetUp group. As such, you need to RSVP via the MeetUp site. OR (if you don't want to sign up to the MeetUp Group, 0ragbraijoe@yahoo.com (Cactus Joe)http://cjhouseconcert.blogspot.com/2010/06/new-webblog-page-design.htmlbrink loungelive music venuesopen mic nightTue, 15 Jun 2010 17:14:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1540521497580513258.post-8880608457795179601Hi Friends and Fans! As you can see, the old Couch Concert web page has been replaced by this (imho) better one, thanks to BLOGGER joining the 21st century on template designs. Leave a comment to let me know what you think or suggest other improvements. Also, CACTUS JOE'S OPEN MIC is on for this Wednesday 6/16 at Brink Lounge in Madison WI. It's from 9:30 to 11:30 PM and will feature several 0ragbraijoe@yahoo.com (Cactus Joe)http://cjhouseconcert.blogspot.com/2010/06/seeking-localamateur-bands-for-616.htmlamateur bandsbrink loungelive musiclive music venueslocal bandsTue, 8 Jun 2010 13:57:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1540521497580513258.post-7208584074702809433Hi All! My open mic at Brink Lounge on Weds 6/16 is seeking local Madison area new and amateur bands to showcase (30 min per band) from 9:30 to 11:30 PM. First come first served until all 4 slots are filled. All genres welcome. It is expected for the bands to bring in 5 to 10 fans at least, especially if you want to book a longer show in the future at Brink. So if you are in such a band, or 0ragbraijoe@yahoo.com (Cactus Joe)http://cjhouseconcert.blogspot.com/2010/05/june-2-open-mic-pre-party-8-10-pm.htmlacoustic musiccactus joecactus joe's open miclive musicmusic venuesopen stageFri, 7 May 2010 14:43:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1540521497580513258.post-6454679017534424198Hi Everyone! Please come to the Brink Lounge in Madison WI on Wednesday June 2 from 8 to 10 PM for my OPEN MIC PRE-PARTY. I'll be hosting CACTUS JOE'S OPEN MIC NIGHT at Brink Lounge every Wednesday June - August (except June 9 and July 28) from 8 to 10 PM. We'll be showcasing bands and artists at each event and Brink wants to have the schedule of performers IN ADVANCE of each date. So, while 0ragbraijoe@yahoo.com (Cactus Joe)http://cjhouseconcert.blogspot.com/2010/05/cj-open-mic-kickoff-party-and-open.htmlbrink loungecactus joe's open miccambridge open micopen mic nightopen mic venuesMon, 3 May 2010 04:20:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1540521497580513258.post-4131078121651097417Hi Everyone! My Wednesday Open Mic at Brink Lounge kicks off on Wednesday June 2 with an open stage party at the Brink. Bring your axe and we'll rock until everyone has had a go at the mic. IMPORTANT: If you want to perform at the open mic this summer, it is really important that you attend this show (or get ahold of me via Facebook or e-mail ASAP). This is because the Brink Lounge is asking 0ragbraijoe@yahoo.com (Cactus Joe)http://cjhouseconcert.blogspot.com/2010/04/come-to-fat-boyz-open-mic-tonight-if.htmlcactus joecambridge open micfat boyzfort atkinsonlive musicWed, 28 Apr 2010 11:45:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1540521497580513258.post-4066802252483785981Hi Friends! Once again, Cactus Joe and Fiends will be attending the Open Mic Night at Fat Boyz in Fort Atkinson WI tonight! It's always a rowdy fun time and you should come if you will be in the area. It goes from 8 to 11 PM - although things really don't start heating up until about 9 PM, you'll want to get there before 9 to score $6 all-you-can-eat-wings (this is not a joke, and they are good0ragbraijoe@yahoo.com (Cactus Joe)http://cjhouseconcert.blogspot.com/2010/04/wont-you-help-me-save-fat-boyz-fort.htmlcactus joecambridge open micfat boys open micfort atkinsonhog den open micopen mic nightFri, 9 Apr 2010 16:20:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1540521497580513258.post-6024230448529066728Hi Music Lovers and Providers. We have a situation! Hog Pen/Fat Boyz (Fort Atkinson WI) open mic host Mario has been valiantly hosting an open mic night every Wednesday from 8-11 PM. Notwithstanding $6 all-you-can-eat chicken wings, attendance has been light lately. This will not stand! I realize we are in a downer economy and cultural illiteracy is at an all time high. These are not 0ragbraijoe@yahoo.com (Cactus Joe)http://cjhouseconcert.blogspot.com/2010/04/cactus-joes-americana-music-download-is.htmlamerican musicamericana downloadamericana houseamericana musicamericana reviewTue, 6 Apr 2010 11:59:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1540521497580513258.post-4424949603183614240Hi Friends! I'm feeling saucy. So in honor of MUSIC MONDAY (it's a Twitter thing), I decided to make my album Cactus Joe's "Inspirado" available for download IN IT'S ENTIRETY for just $1 (11 of my best songs of 2007). And it will be so for this entire WEEK! (but only this week...unless I feel saucy next week.) Visit www.cdbaby.com/cactusjoe to preview it and download it for just a buck! 0ragbraijoe@yahoo.com (Cactus Joe)http://cjhouseconcert.blogspot.com/2010/03/guppy-effect-unplugged.htmlblack sabbathbubblecactus joecouch concertflight of the conchordsguppy effectrobotswicked worldThu, 11 Mar 2010 03:06:00 -0600tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1540521497580513258.post-4718732762036580033Hi Everyone. After GUPPY EFFECT band practice today, we decided to go bowling. However, it was league play, so we couldn't get a lane. Instead we played shuffleboard and darts, both just as fun, and cheaper too - although the money saved went to buy more drinks, which our kidneys turned into urine. So essentially we pissed the money away, however you want to look at it. But after we got back 0ragbraijoe@yahoo.com (Cactus Joe)http://cjhouseconcert.blogspot.com/2010/03/beth-kille.htmlbeth killecactus joechick rockerschick singerscouch concertfemale singer songwritershouse concertmadison singer/songwritersinger songwriterMon, 8 Mar 2010 13:00:00 -0600tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1540521497580513258.post-8933466786557548405Beth Kille is an up and coming singer/songwriter from Madison WI who performed at the COUCH CONCERT on Monday 3/8/10. If you missed it, here are some performance highlights... Beth's MySpace Site: www.myspace.com/bethkille SUBSCRIBE TO THE COUCH CONCERTS and be alerted whenever a new show is posted. CLICK HERE to SUBSCRIBE or to RSVP a live show. We are going to have some killer 0ragbraijoe@yahoo.com (Cactus Joe)