301 N. Fifth Ave., Ann Arbor
nstarlounge.com
This music room & vegan bar affiliated with the Detroit Street Filling Station next door features live music, Wed.-Fri. 7-10 p.m., Sat. 7-10:30 p.m. Also, Tues. 7-10 p.m., LGBTQ Night features a rotating mix of DJs, trivia, karaoke, and bingo. $10 cover (happy hour shows, free), no dancing. If advance tickets are sold, they are available at nstarlounge.com/events and (if available) at the door.
Upcoming Events
January 15, 2026: Bill Edwards.
Local country-folk singer-songwriter Edwards, the 1989 winner of the Billboard Country Songwriting Contest whose songs have been covered by the likes of Lee Roy Parnell and T. Graham Brown. His collaboration with former Ann Arborite Whit Hill, “What’d I Do,” was featured in the HBO series True Blood.
January 16, 2026: Pontiac Trail Blazers.
Local bluegrass quartet known for its beautiful vocal harmonies and instrumental prowess. Tonight they are joined by dobro player Tony Pace. 7–10 p.m. $10.
January 16, 2026: Steve Pichan & Bobby Pennock.
Double bill. Pichan is a Novi singer-songwriter and Pennock is a Plymouth folk-rock (see below). 5:30–6:30 p.m. Free.
January 17, 2026: Peter Madcat Ruth & John Churchville.
An eclectic range of blues, American roots, jazz, and world music by this duo of tabla player Churchville and world-renowned veteran local harmonica wiz Ruth, who also sings and plays ukulele. 6–7:15 p.m. $20.
January 17, 2026: Swing Nouvelle.
Detroit-area instrumental quartet that plays fresh interpretations of vintage swing from the 30s & 40s. 8:30–9:45 p.m. $15.
January 21, 2026: Derek Jones.
Local singer-guitarist who covers songs from a variety of genres. 5:30–6:30 p.m. Free.
January 23, 2026: Pontiac Trail Blazers.
Local bluegrass quartet known for its beautiful vocal harmonies and instrumental prowess. Tonight they are joined by dobro player Mark Lavengood. 7–10 p.m. $10.
January 23, 2026: So Say We All.
Local singer-songwriter duo who play covers, along with folk-rock originals infused with elements of psychedelic and glam-punk. 5:30–6:30 p.m. Free.
January 24, 2026: Bobby Pennock Trio.
Folk-rock ensemble led by Pennock, a Plymouth singer-songwriter whose style draws its influences from Paul Simon and Harry Chapin, with a helping of the Beatles thrown in for zest. 6–7:15 p.m. $15.
January 24, 2026: Greg Austill.
Sold Out.
January 28, 2026: Joseph Groele.
Indie folk originals & covers by this young local singer-guitarist. 5:30–6:30 p.m. Free.
January 28, 2026: Open Mic.
All invited to bring a song, story, poetry, comedy, expression, magic, monologue, or other performance. Hosted by Annie Bacon & Forrest Hejkal. Sign-up starts at 6:30 p.m. 7–10 p.m. $5.
January 29, 2026: Rye Valley.
Eclectic Americana trio from Northeast Ohio led by singer-songwiter & guitarist Brett Auerbach. 5:30–6:30 p.m. Free.
January 30, 2026: Pontiac Trail Blazers.
Local bluegrass quartet known for its beautiful vocal harmonies and instrumental prowess. Tonight they are joined by guitarist Maddy Ringo. 7–10 p.m. $10.
January 30, 2026: The Steve Taylor Three.
Acoustic trio led by Lake Orion Americana singer-songwriter Taylor. 5:30–6:30 p.m.
January 31, 2026: Delta 88.
Classy veteran local country and rockabilly quartet led by singer-songwriter and guitarist Danny Kline. 6–7:15 p.m. $20.
Past Events
December 17, 2025: “Community Drum Circle.” (More Info)
December 13, 2025: “Holiday Celebration Featuring The Santa Band.” (More Info)
December 10, 2025: Bart Moore & The Hot Boys of Jenison. (More Info)
