SHOWS
upcoming Concerts
weekly Programming
Jhett Black’s Tuesday Bluesday - Tuesday 6pm
Every Tuesday night in St. Elmo, Jhett Black and the Big River Blues Band turn The Woodshop into a southern gothic temple of sound. Bluesday Tuesday, recorded live for WUTC and heard across five states, brings the spirit of the Delta to the foothills — where roots, soul, and American music meet under dim lights and worn wood. Each week features new guests and timeless stories told through song. Come early, grab a seat, and let the blues move through you. Seating is limited - reservations encouraged this show sells out.
Trivia - Every Wednesday 8pm
Soul Night with Joel Forlines - Thursday 6pm
The groove lives here. Every Thursday from 6 to 8pm, Soul Night with Joel Forlines at The Woodshop in St. Elmo brings a revival of southern soul and spirit. With a voice that cuts deep and a band that moves like a heartbeat, Forlines leads a night where gospel, groove, and grit meet on common ground. It’s part concert, part communion — a place where songs lift, rhythms heal, and the room moves as one. Come for the soul, stay for the feeling. Seating is limited - don’t wait to get tickets.
Forever Friday Bluegrass 8pm
Forever Bluegrass Fridays at The Woodshop
Every Friday night in St. Elmo, the Woodshop Listening Room comes alive with Forever Bluegrass — a Chattanooga tradition curated by Cindy Pinion and the Pinion family. Rooted in the legacy of Boxcar Pinion’s festival and carried forward with heart, Forever Bluegrass gathers some of the region’s finest pickers and singers for a night of driving banjo, soulful fiddle, and harmony-rich storytelling.
Doors open at 5:00 PM with BBQ dinner, beer, wine and crafted cocktails and the music kicks off at 8:00 PM sharp. Seating is limited, and these nights fill fast — so don’t wait.
ST. ELMO SONGWRITER SERIES
Friday November 7th feat. Katrina Barclay and Ridge Banks
Hosted by songwriter, Richard Daigle. A night of talented touring and local songwriters sharing their heart and experience in an intimate listening room.
Doors 5pm
Tickets $10 Available at the Door
All Ages ~ 18 & under must be accompanied by an adult ~ 21+ must have a valid ID
THURSDAY OCTOBER 30TH, 2025
Don't Die of Laughter!
Nneka's Nightmare on St Elmo includes 4 comedians that kill...you with laughs & jokes.
Don't be afraid and stop by for Costume Roast Contest – Judged by comedians
Spooky Treats & Drinks ~ Goodie Bags
Hosted by Nneka Ijeoma is a Chattanooga-based performer from Central New York. While she is well known for her theatrical pursuits, her more recent foray into stand-up comedy has been met with much excitement. Many enjoy her quick wit and gentle sarcasm in person, but her anecdotal style on stage pulls largely from her Nigerian-American upbringing, giving audiences a glimpse into the source of her dark humor and wicked charm. She is the producer of Comedy ThirstTrap and a regular guest host of JJ's Bohemia’s Tight Five Open Mic. Buy her a drink and tell her how beautiful she is.
Comedic DJ: Ty Funny is a comedian, DJ, singer, and entertainer from Milwaukee, now based in Alabama. Since 2018, he’s rocked stages across the country with bold, high-energy, and raunchy-relatable comedy.He’s hosted for legends like Ms. Pat, Alex Thomas, and SNL’s Chris Kattan at renowned clubs including Stand Up Live, Levity Live, StarDome, Helium, and more. Ty also co-hosts the Deez Kidz Podcast and runs the hit showcase Y’all Too Damn Funny with Pat Grice.
Headliner: Matt Harris is a Chattanooga, Tennessee native who’s been making people laugh for years—mostly on purpose. He’s performed at clubs including The Comedy Catch, The Alley Stage, and Zanies. His festival appearances include Tower City, Lookout, and Blue Ridge, and he’s a regular on Don’t Tell Comedy shows across the Southeast. Matt has shared the stage with T.J. Miller, Dusty Slay, Chris Kattan, and many other comedy greats. Known for his zany, high-energy delivery, oddball takes, and relentless self-deprecation, Matt brings the kind of chaotic warmth that makes audiences laugh, cringe, and wonder if he’s okay—all at the same time.
Local Features: Marty Bartow is a Chattanooga-based comedian known for his goofy, off-the-wall humor and distinctive mustache. A local favorite, Marty not only lights up the stage with his unpredictable antics but also produces and hosts some of the city’s most enjoyable comedy events. His style blends silly and gross humor that keeps audiences laughing—and sometimes cringing. Whether performing solo or hosting a show, Marty brings an energy that’s uniquely his own: wildly funny, unfiltered, and always memorable.
Dave Hannah —Narcissist. Panderer. Egotistical genius… he’s been called none of these. One half of the musical comedy duo Good Cop/Rad Cop, Dave has performed his unique brand of “absurdist slapstick” across the country, opening for acts like Bobcat Goldthwait and Roy Wood Jr. A high-energy, Chattanooga-based performer, Dave delivers comedy that most of the family will consider non-threatening.
Traveling Feature: Pat Grice, better known in Huntsville as Mr. Inappropriate, is a bold voice in comedy with a style that’s raw and unapologetically funny. Blending street-smart humor with sharp storytelling, he turns everyday situations into punchlines that land with every crowd. With his unique mix of wit, edge, and fearless energy, Pat delivers a comedy experience that’s as unpredictable as it is unforgettable.
A night not to be missed at the best sounding little music venue in Chattanooga!
WHERE: 5500 SAINT ELMO AVE, Chattanooga, TN 37409
WHEN: THURSDAY October 30th, 2025
WHAT TIME: Doors 8PM. Show 8:30PM
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 1ST, 2025
Highlighting some of Chattanooga's best in Americana. This showcase includes:
The Briars
Magic Birds
Lew Card
A night not to be missed at the best sounding little music venue in Chattanooga! Last showcase sold out, don’t miss out on getting your tickets.
WHERE: 5500 SAINT ELMO AVE, Chattanooga, TN 37409
WHEN: SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 13TH, 2025
WHAT TIME: Doors at 6pm. Show at 7pm.
All Ages
21+ MUST HAVE VALID ID to order at Bar
18& under must have parents or legal guardian present
THURSDAY NOVEMBER 6TH, 2025
Bird and Byron - rock & soul duo - are based out of Nashville, TN. The duo have gained viral success from their "One Take Tuesday" weekly series reaching millions of viewers; translating into loyal followers worldwide. The raw video posts are of the duo performing clips of original songs or covers in their own styling. Since the inception of the video series, Bird and Byron have garnered attention and reposts from the likes of James Taylor, Willow Smith, Coldplay, Noah Kahan, Mt. Joy, Brittany Broski, and many others. Their authentic writing style stands out w/ Bird’s powerful melodic vocals to Byron’s electrifying blues soul guitar.
A night not to be missed at the best sounding little music venue in Chattanooga!
WHERE: 5500 SAINT ELMO AVE, Chattanooga, TN 37409
WHEN: THURSDAY November 6th, 2025
WHAT TIME: Doors 8PM. Show 8:30PM AFTER SOUL NIGHT W/ JOEL FORLINES
Come early for Dinner & Drink Specials at The Woodshop Listening Room
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 8TH, 2025
An Evening with E.G. Kight
"She’s as classy, sassy, confident and credible as they come. Kight provides new hues for the blues while ensuring they remain compelling and engaging all at the same time."
— American Songwriter Magazine
A preeminent voice in roots music, EG Kight has performed on stages from coast to coast—from the Bluebird Cafe in Nashville, TN, to the Monterey Bay Jazz and Blues Festival in CA, to the Chenango Blues Festival in NY, from the Cox Capitol Theatre in GA to the Griswold Auditorium in MI, to the Strand Theater in PA, and many more. Kight is at home on any stage.
With her rich vocals, captivating guitar style, and hefty catalog of well-crafted original songs, she has entertained audiences around the globe in true southern style, and has garnered 21 music industry nominations, including three for Song of the Year.
A night not to be missed at the best sounding little music venue in Chattanooga!
WHERE: 5500 SAINT ELMO AVE, Chattanooga, TN 37409
WHEN: SATURDAY November 8th, 2025
WHAT TIME: Doors 6PM. Show 7PM
TICKETS: RESERVE YOUR SEAT OR TABLE
Come early for Dinner & Drink Specials at The Woodshop Listening Room
SUNDAY NOVEMBER 9TH, 2025
Larry & Joe were destined to make music together.
Larry Bellorín hails from Monagas, Venezuela, and is a legend of Llanera music. Joe Troop is from North Carolina and is a GRAMMY-nominated bluegrass and old-time musician. Larry was forced into exile and is now an asylum seeker in North Carolina. Joe, after spending a decade in South America, found himself stranded back in his hometown during the pandemic. While Larry worked construction to make ends meet, Joe’s acclaimed “latingrass” band, Che Apalache, went on hiatus, leading him to focus on advocacy work with asylum-seeking migrants. Then, Larry met Joe. Currently based in North Carolina’s Triangle region, the two are versatile multi-instrumentalists and singer-songwriters on a mission to show that music has no borders. As a duo, they perform a fusion of Venezuelan and Appalachian folk music on harp, banjo, cuatro, fiddle, maracas, guitar, upright bass — and whatever else they decide to throw in the van. Their program blends their rich musical inheritances with storytelling about the ways music and social movements intertwine.
Nicholas Edward Williams Opening:
Host of the roots music history podcast American Songcatcher, Nicholas Edward Williams is a multi-instrumentalist and storyteller dedicated to “playing it forward” by preserving the songs, stories, artists, and styles that have shaped our country — Ragtime, Piedmont Blues, Early Country, Traditional Folk, and Old-Time.
Williams has spent the last 15 years touring three continents, performing across the U.S., as well as the UK, Western Europe, and Australia, blending the roots music spectrum into his own distinctive style.
Under his previous project, Whetherman, Williams independently released eight well-regarded records from 2007–2018. Under his own name, his critically acclaimed sophomore release, Folk Songs For Old Times’ Sake (late 2021), has been praised by respected figures of the roots community, including David Holt, Oliver Wood, Dom Flemons, and JP Harris.
A night not to be missed at the best sounding little music venue in Chattanooga!
WHERE: 5500 SAINT ELMO AVE, Chattanooga, TN 37409
WHEN: SUNDAY November 9th, 2025
WHAT TIME: Doors 5PM. Show 6PM
Come early for Dinner & Drink Specials at The Woodshop Listening Room
WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 12TH, 2025
William Elliott Whitmore’s gravel-deep voice first turned heads far beyond the Americana underground when his haunting version of "Bury Me Not On The Lone Prairie," appeared in Red Dead Redemption. With the fire of a 1920s gospel preacher and a fascination with sin, death, and redemption, Whitmore conjures a raw blend of country blues, field hollers, and punk spirit. His music feels unearthed rather than written—timeless, weathered, and fiercely alive.
Raised on a small farm in Lee County, Iowa, Whitmore grew up working the land and absorbing the music of his family—banjo, accordion, guitar and all. After early days in the hardcore punk scene, he carved out a singular voice with his 2003 debut Hymns for the Hopeless, later signing to punk-rooted label ANTI- and releasing a string of acclaimed albums. His most recent, Silently, The Mind Breaks, returns to stark, powerful storytelling—proving once again that his songs aren’t just performed, they’re lived.
A night not to be missed at the best sounding little music venue in Chattanooga!
WHERE: 5500 SAINT ELMO AVE, Chattanooga, TN 37409
WHEN: WEDNESDAY November 12th, 2025
WHAT TIME: Doors 5PM. Show 6PM
Come early for Dinner & Drink Specials at The Woodshop Listening Room
THURSDAY NOVEMBER 13TH, 2025
REMEDY TREE burst onto the scene at the 2023 IMBA Ramble Showcase, captivating audiences as one of the Southeast's hottest emerging bands, taking 2nd place at the 2025 SPBGMA Band Competition. Sharing stages with legends like Peter Rowan, Rhonda Vincent, Ricky Skaggs, Della Mae, and The SteelDrivers, they're redefining the boundaries of bluegrass and Americana.
“Remedy Tree from St. Augustine was a pleasant surprise. I had not seen this band before. They bill themselves as a mix of bluegrass, old-time, and Americana with a progressive edge. They are all of this and more, but are far more traditional sounding than they give themselves credit for. Give this band a listen when you get the chance.” — Bluegrass Today
A night not to be missed at the best sounding little music venue in Chattanooga!
WHERE: 5500 SAINT ELMO AVE, Chattanooga, TN 37409
WHEN: THURSDAY November 13th, 2025 - AFTER SOUL NIGHT
WHAT TIME: Doors 8PM. Show 8:30PM
TICKETS: Reserve Your Seat or Table
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 15TH, 2025
Local Underground Hip Hop - IYKYK
A night not to be missed at the best sounding little music venue in Chattanooga!
WHERE: 5500 SAINT ELMO AVE, Chattanooga, TN 37409
WHEN: Saturday November 15th, 2025
WHAT TIME: Doors 7PM. Show 8PM
TICKETS: FROM $15
WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 19TH, 2025
Come on down to The Woodshop on November 19th for a night of two-stepping — and be part of the surprise reveal of Chattanooga’s newest honky-tonk band!
A night not to be missed at the best sounding little music venue in Chattanooga!
WHERE: 5500 SAINT ELMO AVE, Chattanooga, TN 37409
WHEN: WEDNESDAY November 19th, 2025
WHAT TIME: Doors 6PM. Show 8PM
Come early for Dinner & Drink Specials at The Woodshop Listening Room
THURSDAY NOVEMBER 20TH, 2025
Raised on American Roots music in Eastern Tennessee, Daniel Kimbro is a multi-GRAMMY-nominated musician with more than 20 years of experience performing, recording, and writing Roots music. As an accompanist, Daniel has shared stages and studios with notable artists including Eric Clapton, Jerry Douglas, John Hiatt, The Transatlantic Sessions, Sarah Jarosz, and many others.
While his recording credits are numerous, his new solo album Carpet in The Kitchen best epitomizes Daniel’s experience as a writer, composer, and arranger. This debut collection features lyrics set within musical scapes that evoke murder ballads and story-songs rooted in the folk traditions of Scotland, Ireland, England, and his native Appalachia. The opening track, “Loyston,” remembers the upheaval brought by the displacement of his fellow Appalachians with the construction of the TVA dams, focusing on the inundation of the eponymous town in Northeast Tennessee. Guest appearances on Carpet in The Kitchen include Jerry Douglas on slide guitars, Mike Baggetta (Nels Kline, David Wax Museum) on electric guitar, and Jordan Perlson (Gary Burton, Becca Stevens, Snarky Puppy) on drumset.
Known to listeners across the US, UK, and Canada for his work with the folk-blues trio Harley Kimbro Lewis, Daniel continues to tour these regions with Sarah Jarosz, The Jerry Douglas Band, The Earls of Leicester, and others. When time allows, Daniel can be found on bodies of water of any size with a fly rod in hand. He is a passionate advocate for the conservation of fisheries and watersheds near his home in Knoxville, Tennessee.
A night not to be missed at the best sounding little music venue in Chattanooga!
WHERE: 5500 SAINT ELMO AVE, Chattanooga, TN 37409
WHEN: THURSDAY November 20th, 2025
WHAT TIME: Doors 8PM. Show 8:30PM - AFTER SOUL NIGHT W/ Joel Forlines
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 22ND, 2025
Conspiracy To Kill A Possum is one of The Woodshop's favorite bluegrass bands. This show is lively, rowdy, and for bluegrass fans, a must see. Hailing from Middle Tennessee this traditional bluegrass band knows how to bring a show.
A night not to be missed at the best sounding little music venue in Chattanooga!
WHERE: 5500 SAINT ELMO AVE, Chattanooga, TN 37409
WHEN: SATURDAY November 22ND, 2025
WHAT TIME: Doors 6PM. Show 7PM
Come early for Dinner & Drink Specials at The Woodshop Listening Room
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 28TH, 2025
Derek Dames Ohl & Cody Tinnin
Derek Dames Ohl has performed all across this universe and beyond—playing venues and festivals alike. Some notable artists Derek has played alongside or opened for include Willis Alan Ramsey, Arlo McKinley, Bill Nershi, Joshua Ray Walker, Emily Nenni, Melissa Carper, Kassi Valazza, The Brudi Brothers, and many more.
IBMA-award-winning multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and producer Cody Tinnin is a person in flux. After nearly ten years of relentlessly recording, performing, and touring with his progressive string trio Stillhouse Junkies—appearing at festivals such as MerleFest, Grey Fox Bluegrass, and RockyGrass—Tinnin’s new project focuses on original songs that reflect where he’s been while leaving space to show where he’s headed. Big, airy, open arrangements fuse cosmic country with heartfelt Americana, while retaining Tinnin’s instinctive knack for imagery and metaphor.
For Tinnin, the purpose of this material isn’t to create a vehicle through which he can get back on the road. Instead, it’s about maturation, of change, and the liminal spaces that change creates. It’s about feelings becoming flesh, grief becoming growth, and vulnerability becoming great strength—even if the path you’re on isn’t the path you might have chosen.
A night not to be missed at the best sounding little music venue in Chattanooga!
WHERE: 5500 SAINT ELMO AVE, Chattanooga, TN 37409
WHEN: FRIDAY NOVEMBER 28TH, 2025 - BEFORE BLUEGRASS
WHAT TIME: Doors 5PM. Show 6PM