The Old Edison has been voted in local publications as the best place to dance for many years running. Musicians come from Portland, Seattle, British Columbia and all over Washington state to grace our stage. We’ve become a very popular venue for live music, with requests to play here from all over the Pacific Northwest. The word from the talent is that there’s no vibe like The Old Edison dance vibe, and bands interact with fans in a way you’ve never seen before. Come out and have some fun!

Monthly mainstays include The Bow Diddlers and Ron Bailey & The Tangents, plus popular regional bands on Sundays. Hank to Hendrix, we’ve got something for everyone!

The Naughty Blokes
Feb
21

The Naughty Blokes

Bellingham based.. The Blokes are BACK… retooled and ready to perform their original rock and roll with a Classic Rock flavor that gets the dance floor hopping!

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The Atlantics
Mar
8

The Atlantics

Get your dance shoes on cuz The Atlantics are a dance band of five experienced musicians’ with over 75 years of combined experience on stage and they know what it takes to make a good thing happen!

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The Bow Diddlers
Mar
15

The Bow Diddlers

From the twin harmonies of the Louvin Brothers to the lonesome howl of George Jones, The Bow Diddlers breathe new life into Honky Tonk. In the course of an evening, singer/guitarist Jed Jedrzejweski, along with band mates, John Olufs (guitar, keyboards, vocals), Peter Pendras (guitar, vocals) and powerhouse rhythm section featuring Wedge Michaels (drums, vocals), and Aaron Harmonson (bass), dig deep into roadhouse rhythm and rock while keeping the dance floor full. Hits from the past are re-imagined. There will be dancing. There will be twang.

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Joe Whitney & The Streetlive Family
Mar
21

Joe Whitney & The Streetlive Family

Joe Whitney & The StreetLIVE Family

Known across Europe for their powerhouse performances, Joe Whitney & The StreetLIVE Family bring a signature blend of funk, soul, and rock to every stage. Now launching their U.S. debut, Joe is introducing the next chapter of the band’s story from his home base in Lynden, Washington.

Originally co-founded by Joe and Annabell Whitney under their creative agency All Entertainment, the StreetLIVE Family became known for their high-caliber musicianship, tight arrangements, and contagious onstage chemistry. The group has performed across Europe at festivals, corporate galas, and private events, earning a reputation for shows that turn any venue into a celebration.

 ABOUT JOE WHITNEY

Born in Coupeville, Washington, Joe grew up surrounded by music and movement. A former professional basketball player in Germany, he later traded the court for the stage, channeling his drive and focus into a life of performance. Over the years, he has shared stages with Lionel Richie, Joe Cocker, Chaka Khan, Toto, Shaggy, and The Weather Girls, earning praise for his soulful vocals, magnetic stage presence, and natural connection with audiences.

LIVE in the U.S.

With more than 1,500 international performances behind him, Joe now brings the StreetLIVE Family to U.S. stages for the first time. Each show combines expert musicianship with Joe’s unmistakable energy and charm, creating an experience that feels spontaneous, joyful, and deeply human.

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Baby Cakes
Feb
14

Baby Cakes

A very Special Valentines Night with the fantastice Baby Cakes! A can’t miss show!

Baby Cakes delivers a luxurious joyride through the golden era of American soul, funk, and R&B, weaving unforgettable three-part harmonies over a supercharged horn section and rhythm machine. Their repertoire bounces from Stevie Wonder and Michael Jackson, to EWF and Aretha Franklin. And yes—they’ve also dropped 9 originals on their self‑titled 2018 debut, culminating with a haunting take on Fleetwood Mac’s “Dreams”. 

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Wayne Hayton Acoustic
Feb
13

Wayne Hayton Acoustic

Wayne Hayton is a Northwest singer/songwriter who began his career on stages in Europe–playing for the US armed services. After returning from overseas, Wayne spent more than two-decades entertaining audiences in intimate clubs across the US and Canada. He has shared the stage with the likes of Traffic’s Dave Mason and BTO’s Randy Bachman. His influences include Neil Young, Dan Fogelberg, and the Beatles. Waynes self-published CD, Can’t Stop, has received online critical acclaim. His solo show features a mix of familiar acoustic classics and his original material.

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The Penny Stinkers
Feb
7

The Penny Stinkers

The Penny Stinkers began as a folksy “busking” band; however, through the last decade it

has grown into a unique, high-energy party band that balances trips down memory lane

with the latest in musical genres and hard-charging originals

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Cory Vincent & Robert Irving Duo
Jan
16

Cory Vincent & Robert Irving Duo

Cory Vincent And Robert Irving Duo

Cory is a singer, songwriter from the PNW. He fronts an amazing band called Cory Vincent and the Electric Band. He met Robert while doing some studio work. Robert, a Keyboard Player that recently moved to Anacortes, is a producer/Writer/arranger that has worked with dozens of musicians Including Roy Orbison, David Foster and Kenny Loggins. They Play some original songs and a wide variety of eclectic covers.

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Orville Johnson Band
Jan
11

Orville Johnson Band

Orville Johnson is an American resonator guitar player born in 1953 in Edwardsville, Illinois, United States.[ He came up in the St. Louis, Missouri music scene. A frequent session musician, he also has released a number of solo and group albums. He has appeared on the radio show A Prairie Home Companion and on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno on television.

Johnson made his film debut in Georgia, appearing as a musician.

He is a singer, instrumentalist, record producer, songwriter, session player, and teacher. As his entry in the Encyclopedia of Northwest Music (Sasquatch Press, 1999) states, he has become a vital figure on the Northwest music scene.[1] He has appeared on over 400 albums, movie and video soundtracks, and commercials, produced 22 albums for other musicians, and hosted a roots music radio show.[

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Savanna Woods Band
Jan
10

Savanna Woods Band

Savanna Woods is a powerhouse vocalist and soulful songwriter from Stanwood, Washington blending raw emotion with folk, rock, and cinematic pop. She was a Top 20 finalist on The Voice, tours globally, and self-produces bold, heartfelt music from her tiny home studio.

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The Lonesome Town Painters $5
Jan
9

The Lonesome Town Painters $5

The Lonesome Town Painters are a tried-and-true, bona fide bluegrass band hailing from Vancouver, British Columbia. These fellas have a look, style and sound that harkens back to the raw and ragged edge of the genre. Their  soaring harmonies and driving instrumentation have come to define their spirited performances, while their honestly written originals pay tribute to golden era pioneers. Playing an eclectic mix of songs about love, heartache, prison, and the odd gospel number, this hard-hitting quartet would be equally at home in the barroom on Saturday night or the church house on Sunday morning, comfortable treading that fine line between perdition and salvation.

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MUSIC CANCELED TONIGHT                         The Bow Diddlers
Jan
4

MUSIC CANCELED TONIGHT The Bow Diddlers

From the twin harmonies of the Louvin Brothers to the lonesome howl of George Jones, The Bow Diddlers breathe new life into Honky Tonk. In the course of an evening, singer/guitarist Jed Jedrzejweski, along with band mates, John Olufs (guitar, keyboards, vocals), Peter Pendras (guitar, vocals) and powerhouse rhythm section featuring Wedge Michaels (drums, vocals), and Aaron Harmonson (bass), dig deep into roadhouse rhythm and rock while keeping the dance floor full. Hits from the past are re-imagined. There will be dancing. There will be twang.

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The Fat Fridays
Dec
27

The Fat Fridays

"The Fat Fridays play Upscale Classic Rock from the likes of Fleetwood Mac, Steely Dan, Linda Ronstadt, Paul Simon, Carole King, Delbert McClinton, and Van Morrison. Award-winning musicians, soaring vocals, world-class soloists, and the tightest rhythm section in all the land! Featuring Ms. Kelly Visten on vocals; Mark Kelly, angel of the woodwinds; WBS hall-of-famer Chris Leighton on drums; master jazzoid Andy Carr on keys and vocals; the double-funky Tom Anastasio on bass, and Mark Dodge on Fat guitars and vocals." 

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The Atlantics
Dec
21

The Atlantics

Get your dance shoes on cuz The Atlantics are a dance band of five experienced musicians’ with over 75 years of combined experience on stage and they know what it takes to make a good thing happen!

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The County Rose Band
Dec
20

The County Rose Band

County Rose, a 7-piece band from Bellingham, WA, was formed in 2023 by a dynamic group of musicians who bonded over a common love of the Country and Americana genres. Their unique brand of entertainment fuses soaring vocals and polished arrangements with talented musicians and high-energy showmanship that will make you want to put on your favorite boots and hat, grab your partner and swing around the dance floor.  


County Rose features Chad Bumford on vocals, Walker VanWingerden on acoustic guitar, Chris Glass on fiddle,  Mike Pruess on pedal steel guitar, Steven Wayne Pitzer on electric guitar, Andy Simmons on bass and Kevin Chryst on drums.

https://county-rose.business.site/

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Thomas Harris Christmas Jazz Trio
Dec
19

Thomas Harris Christmas Jazz Trio

Thomas Harris is a vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, composer and educator based in the Pacific Northwest. Born and raised in Bellingham, Washington where he studied with saxophonists Mark Kelly and Mike Allen, and bassist Chuck Israels, he attended Berklee College of Music under full scholarship, learning from jazz legends George Garzone, Frank Tiberi, Phil Wilson and many others. He then went on to perform for several years onboard cruise ships and in touring bands, visiting all seven continents and over 80 countries. 

In addition to performing with a wide variety of artists and bands around the world on the saxophone, clarinet, and flute, Thomas is also an accomplished vocalist and has performed his original swing arrangements on Crystal Cruises and the Cunard Queens.

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Mara and The Charm
Dec
13

Mara and The Charm

Audiences are raving about the raw power and unforgettable energy of Mara & the Charm.

This dynamic Seattle-based band is fronted by the incomparable Mara Baker. Baker is the classically trained vocalist turned rock dynamo--whose voice has captivated audiences from coast to coast and across Europe.

The band is comprised of six insanely talented members who transform each venue into fun-filled party.

Musically, think Fleetwood Mac with a shot of 4 Non-Blondes, a twist of Jefferson Airplane, and blended with the raw power of Journey.

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Nurhachi
Dec
6

Nurhachi

Jack Mattingly, formerly of Jack Mattingly and Whiskey Fever, is back and heading up this crew of skilled musicians. As one of the most scintillating frontmen in the PNW, it automatically advances Nurhachi to the next level in live music entertainment. Combining Jack’s humor, musical talent, and experience along with his extraordinary songwriting, Nurhachi becomes distinguished as a “must-see” act.

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Mary Ellen Lykins & The CC Adams Band
Nov
29

Mary Ellen Lykins & The CC Adams Band

Mary Ellen Lykins & The CC Adams Band perform with passion and there’s no mistaking the voice. Mary

Ellen has power and grit inspired by the likes of Etta James, Koko Taylor, Janis Joplin, Lucinda Williams,

and Shemekia Copeland. Thwarting the conventional, the band thrives on unique arrangements with

roots in the Blues, R&B and tasty Rock. Excitement and energy prevail.

An album of all original songs written by CC Adams and Mary Ellen Lykins, “Let’s Play With Matches” was

released in 2019.

Mary Ellen Lykins and C.C. Adams have been collaborating on musical projects for 10 years. Everything

from a nuanced guitar/vocal Duo to the 5 piece group and studio work.

Members:

-Mary Ellen’s influences started with musical theater and classical music in Utah. She gives her all to

each and every song adding a passionate voice to the story or the mood.

-A lifelong Northwesterner, Craig ‘Coyote’ Adams performs Rock, R&B, Blues and more in a duo, or band

setting. His song "About Him” with the group The Menagerie in the 60’s was internationally distributed.

Craig played the Western US club circuit for years and opened for acts such as Lee Michaels at the

Paramount NW in the 70’s.

-Wedge Michaels is well known around Skagit County and beyond for his great percussion work and

tasty vocals.

-Mark Dodge, is multi-talented on bass, guitar, vocals and more. Always active in multiple music and

recording projects.

-Keith Stone is an amazing talent on Saxophone, also active in various projects.

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Interested in playing at The Old Edison?

Please contact John Highet for more information at: john.theoldedison@gmail.com