About this Event
Dustin Arbuckle & Wayne Long: An Evening of Blues & Americana
Join us for an unforgettable night of raw, soulful, and stripped-down Roots music as acclaimed frontman Dustin Arbuckle pairs up with master guitarist Wayne Long for an intimate listening room performance.
Best known as the powerhouse vocalist and harp player behind roots-rock heavyweights; Dustin Arbuckle & The Damnations and the blues-rock duo Moreland & Arbuckle, Dustin steps into the listening room setting to showcase the deep, acoustic side of American roots traditions. Partnering with long-time collaborator and fingerstyle/blues guitarist Wayne Long—with whom he recorded the critically acclaimed acoustic album Gonna Be Justified—the pair delivers a masterclass in interplay, dynamic vocal phrasing, and harmonica mastery.
What to Expect
In a quiet room where every detail shines, Arbuckle and Long strip away the heavy amplification to expose the heart of the music. Their set moves seamlessly through:
- Pre-War Delta & Country Blues: Honoring legends like Blind Willie McTell and Robert Johnson.
- Gospel & Spirituals: Deep, soaring vocal harmonies anchored by driving acoustic rhythms.
- Americana & Original Roots: Storytelling-driven originals and reinvented classics, showcasing years of shared musical instinct.
Whether you are a longtime fan of Arbuckle’s electrifying festival sets or simply a lover of craft songwriting and acoustic blues, this listening room show offers a rare opportunity to experience two master musicians up close, personal, and uninterrupted.
THINGS TO KNOW
Doors at 6
Music 7-10
Food Truck TBD
There is limited seating available in The Backroom Bar. You can purchase tickets online or in person at Compass Point during any event.
The Backroom Bar at Compass Point, home of Dirty Girl Adventures, is an intimate setting for live music, allowing every person in the space to see, hear, and interact with the performers. We have many offerings at the bar, from event drink specials to mocktails and soda. We have something you'll want.
Compass Point is part of the NOTO Common Consumption Area. This allows you to purchase an alcoholic beverage from a licensed CCA vendor and walk through the Common Consumption Area. All drinks within the CCA MUST be in a branded cup from one of the licensed CCA vendors within the NOTO Arts District.
Event venue & nearby stays
Compass Point home of Dirty Girl Adventures, 800 North Kansas Avenue, Topeka, United States
Concerts, fests, parties, meetups — all the happenings, one place.