Muddy Ruckus Live at Down by Riverside in Medford
Check out the acclaimed rock duo Saturday, November 8th, 7 p.m., at Down by Riverside.
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Acclaimed Rock duo Muddy Ruckus returns to Medford for a performance at Down by Riverside on Saturday, November 8th, 2025, at 7 p.m. Known for their raw energy, dark poetic songwriting, and electrifying stage presence, Muddy Ruckus continues to carve out a unique space in the modern rock landscape. Fronted by guitarist/songwriter Ryan Flaherty and drummer/vocalist Erika Stahl, Muddy Ruckus delivers a visceral blend of swampy blues, driving
punk spirit, and haunting lyrical balladry.
Their sound has drawn comparisons to The White Stripes, Morphine, and The Doors, yet remains distinctly their own. With multiple albums and national tours under their belt, Muddy Ruckus has built a reputation as a must-see live act— transforming each performance into a cinematic journey of sound and storytelling. The duo’s latest evolution pushes even deeper into the mysterious and the surreal, carrying audiences into the darker corners of Americana and beyond.
Event Details
Who: Muddy Ruckus
When: Saturday, November 8, 2025 – 7 PM; Doors at 6 PM
Where: Down by Riverside, 162 Mystic Ave., Medford
Cost: $15 advance; $20 day of show; $1 community ticket option
Additional Info: This a BYOB event and all ages are welcome!
Get your tickets at: https://downbyriverside.org/event/muddy-ruckus/
What to expect: Muddy Ruckus is a Maine-based duo blending rock, blues, and psychedelic grooves with a distinctive signature edge. Over the past decade, they have toured the U.S. extensively, released critically praised albums, and shared stages with renowned acts while cultivating a fiercely loyal grassroots following. Their music is gritty and dreamlike, heavy and intimate—alive with rhythm, myth, and mystery.
