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Chicken Wire Empire, Golden Shoals to perform in IM

IRON MOUNTAIN -- In 2019, a unique musical pairing took place on the European stage when Chicken Wire Empire and Golden Shoals combined for the Bluegrass Jamboree, a 24-date tour across Germany. Now, three years later, the two bands have reunited for a string of shows.

They will perform in Iron Mountain at the Braumart Theatre at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7. Tickets are $15 online and $27 the night of event. All tickets are available online or at the door while supplies last.

They will also perform at the Ore Dock Brewing Co. in Marquette on Friday, Oct. 6.

This meeting of musical minds proved to be an electrifying pairing, delighting fans across the continent with timeless melodies and unforgettable performances, chronicled on Chicken Wire Empire's "Live From Deutschland Volumes I and II," available on all streaming platforms.

Since their formation in 2014, Milwaukee band Chicken Wire Empire has captivated audiences around the world with their distinct brand of bluegrass and intricate bridging of traditional and modern acoustic sounds.

Their high-energy shows are ever-evolving, with new music constantly woven into the setlist and improvisational jams leading listeners in new directions with every performance.

Their ability to cohesively improvise through complex arrangements is a testament to their virtuosic musicianship and years of experience playing together.

Fans of bluegrass, jamgrass and Americana music alike will appreciate Chicken Wire Empire's innovative approach to the genre and can expect a dynamic and relentlessly engaging listening experience.

For Amy Alvey and Mark Kilianski, the emergence of a brand-new self-titled album also marks a rebirth of sorts for their band, Golden Shoals.

Eight years ago, the duo was formed for a very unique performance project, called "The Massachusetts Walking Tour," on which they hiked 6 to 12 miles per day with packs and instruments, and played shows each night for two weeks.

The two semi-nomadic musicians, who have called Asheville, Boston and various moving vehicles home for the past eight years, have grown individually and as a unit, yet continue to find musical fulfillment in their collaboration.

They now call Nashville, Tenn., their home base. Initially brought together by a mutual love of American folk music, their sound has expanded to include country, Americana, indie and experimental influences, allowing them to move more freely beyond genre boundaries with their songwriting while still emanating a deep understanding of Old-Time and Bluegrass music.