Merl Halverson, singer/songwriter has been in the music scene in Madison and the surrounding areas for over 40 years. After headlining in many popular bands he branched out as a soloist - Just Merl. From there his wife Maryanne joined him for the last seven years.

Merl creates a full rich sound with an acoustic guitar, Maryanne blends harmonicas to enhance and compliment with a sweet Americana feel as well as a fresh new voice.

Just Merl and A Girl

Bring energy, entertainment and fun as they preform original and cover songs from the 70's to current using their own unique style and flare from your favorite Pop, Rock, Folk, Country artists.

Reach out - we’d love to hear from you!

merl.halverson@gmail.com or 608.577.8863

Come Check Us Out . . .

You’ll hear originals and cover songs from Tom Petty, Neil Young, Bob Dylan, Old Crow Medicine Show,Van Morrison, Sister Hazel, Eagles, Shannon McNally (Rodney Crowell), John Prine, Dustin Lynch & Jelly Roll, Paul Simon, Jimmy Buffett, Modern English, Kinks, Bruce Springsteen, Elle King, John Mellencamp, Morgan Moroney, Grateful Dead, Steve Earle, Steve Miller Band, Elton John, Marshall Tucker Band, Stephen Bishop, Lumineers, The Band, Hal Ketchum, Zac Brown Band, Little Big Town, Ella Langley & Riley Green, Billy Joel, Eagle-Eye Cherry, Shaboozey, Lord Huron, BoDeans, Soul Asylum, Chris Stapleton & many more . . .

2026

Friday, 1/23/25 from 3:00-4:00pm at the Prairie Senior Living Center / Sun Prairie

Saturday, 3/28 from 5:30 - 8:30pm at the English Prairie Distillery / Muscoda

Friday, 5/15 from 5:30 - 8:30pm at the English Prairie Distillery / Muscoda

Tuesday, 6/2 from 5:30 - 7:30pm at The Lazy Oaf Lounge / Madison

Tuesday, 6/9 from 5:30 - 7:30pm at The Lazy Oaf Lounge / Madison

Sunday, 6/14 from 12:00 - 2:00pm at the Twisted Grounds / Madison

Tuesday, 6/16 from 5:30 - 7:30pm at The Lazy Oaf Lounge / Madison

Saturday, 6/20 from 6:00 - 9:00pm at the Boudihow Brewing / Oregon

Tuesday, 6/23 from 5:30 - 7:30pm at The Lazy Oaf Lounge / Madison

Saturday, 6/27 from 10:00 - 12:00pm at The Ridgeway 4th of July Celebration / Farmer’s Market

Tuesday, 6/30 from 5:30 - 7:30pm at The Lazy Oaf Lounge / Madison