About Jeff
With a musical journey that began in 1975, I am a passionate bassist dedicated to exploring a wide range of genres including rock, blues, bluegrass, country, and jazz. I specialize in both electric bass guitar and stand-up string bass, and I also enjoy singing solo and harmonizing with others. Over the past 50 years, my commitment to music has been unwavering—I practice almost every day to hone my craft and create meaningful performances.
Based in the greater Madison, Wisconsin area, I love sharing my music with others and am occasionally open to joining eclectic and versatile bands that share a similar dedication to excellence and authenticity. Whether playing covers or original compositions, my main goal is to connect through sound and bring soulful energy to every performance.
Current Bands
The Artesians
Acoustic Duo with 25 years experience playing the greater Madison area
Rock
Easy Listening
Classics
Originals
Chaos in the Kitchen
Quintet with vocal harmonies
Available for bookings in the greater Madison area
Jazz
Cool Front
3-piece with 25 years experience
Available for bookings in the greater Madison area
Jazz
Blues
Rock
Classics
Originals
Matt Krueger’s TROUBLE
Masters of Guitar, Mandolin, Bass and 3-part vocal harmonies
Available for bookings in the greater Madison area
Bluegrass
Rock
Originals
Photo & Video Gallery
Over 1,000 people enjoy Blues & Rock by Cool Front @ The Memorial Union Terrace, Madison.
Summer 2025
Matt Krueger's Trouble plays Bluegrass for a large audience @ Stone Horse Green, Middleton.
Summer 2025
The Mill @ Paoli welcomes a long-time favorite, The Artesians!
Summer 2023
The Artesians create beautiful harmonies with their acoustic duo @ an annual Music on the Prairie private event.
Summer 2024
Matt Krueger's Trouble steals the show with their rendition of Stealin’.
Summer 2025
Large crowd turns out for Matt Krueger's Trouble @ The Mill, Paoli.
Summer of 2025
Chaos in the Kitchen plays Jazz for a nice audience @ The Mill, Paoli.
Summer 2025
Matt Krueger's Trouble plays Bluegrass @ The Hop Garden, Belleville.
Summer 2025
Rocking out to Cool Front along the Sugar River.
Summer 2024