Jamgrass, newgrass, funkgrass, whatever you want to call it— Armchair Boogie is rapidlybecoming one of the country’s hottest acts. With an unbounded sound, this Wisconsin-basedquartet is known for their powerful harmonies, timeless originals, and choice covers, along withunforgettable live performances. Listed as a “Must-See Roots Artists at Bourbon & Beyond'' byThe Bluegrass Situation who wrote, “We recently caught this jammy Wisconsin outfit at EarlScruggs Music Festival, where they burnt down their late-night set.” Armchair Boogie is Augie Dougherty on banjo with Ben Majeska acoustic & electric guitarsbacked by tight, driving rhythms of Eli Frieders on electric bass and Denzel Connor on drums.This unconventional lineup enhances their lightning-fast bluegrass, allowing them to freelyventure into the realms of funk or country. A band on the verge, Armchair Boogie is excited toindependently release their 4th studio recording, Hard Times & Deadlines, on March 15.Composing these songs around the beginning of the pandemic, Majeska and Dougherty—whosing lead on the respective songs they wrote—were experiencing the stresses of entering theirlate 20s. Majeska says “Life comes with highs and lows, and Hard Times & Deadlines captures the fleetof emotions that come with it. From broken hearts and fond memories. To broad horizons andthe inevitable end of this human journey.”
