6/1 – The Dead & Down – Roots Rock – Bozeman, MT
The Dead & Down are an exploratory roots-rock band inspired as much by the vast landscapes and dramatic mountain ranges of their Montana home as they are by the myriad musical influences that weave through their sound. Based around the introspective songwriting and dusty vocals of frontman Taylor Burlage, the band navigates sonic trails between rust-flecked alt country and swampy rock ‘n’ roll, with detours through psychedelia and genre-bending experimentation.
6/8 – Kate Dinsmore – Americana Songwriter – Seattle, WA
A dynamic performer and vocalist, Dinsmore brings her songs to the stage with an undeniable presence. Her music is powerful and emotional, with influences ranging from Jazz to Rock to Americana. Dinsmore’s performances quickly gained a following in Seattle, allowing her to open for notable artists such as Pat Benatar, Colin Hay, and the Dip.
6/15 – Dhejemke – Jazz fusion/jam band – Grand Forks, ND
DHEJEMKE (Dey-jem-kay) is a spelling correction, and now it’s a band from North Dakota. With Jazz, Punk, Funk, R’n’B, and pop influences, Dhejemke is a collective of musicians working to express thought provoking nerdy songs to bob your head too. Their newest single “For The Record” is about having friends that remind you that you’re just a human at your lowest points. If anyone could walk away with a smile or a good time, we did it!
6/22 – Panda Conspiracy – Funk/Reggae/Rock – Seattle, WA
Known for kicking out the jams at festivals and clubs from San Francisco to Bellingham, The Everett Herald called them a “high energy party band” and they’ve fully embraced that vibe! With a few different lineups all bringing killer grooves over the years, they throw a party everywhere they play.
6/29 – Just Clark – Americana folk – Portland, OR
Just Clark is a singer-songwriter reviving the roots of American-made music. Digging into a woody sound that echoes through the hollers, Clark’s music embodies a timeless resonance that harks back to the cherished sounds of classic Americana folk. From poet to picker, the native Texan conjures a sound as bright as the Lonestar herself.
7/6 – Dadweed – Bluegrass – Portland, OR
Dadweed is a Portland, OR acoustic trio reimagining pickin’ and thumpin’ by blending elements of jazz/folk/pop/R&B within a traditional bluegrass lens.
7/13 – Izaak Opatz Band – Indie rock – Missoula, MT
Izaak Opatz is an ungulate in life’s winter pasture, chewing on and metabolizing disappointment, heartbreak, and the other tough stuff into enjoyable musical carbohydrates. A compulsive metaphorager (and inveterate wordplayboy), Opatz breaks it all down with enzymes of wry humor, thoughtful simile and close observation.
7/20 – Blossom – Neo-Soul/R&B – Portland, OR
Blossom has recently been fulfilling her namesake – with roots in Trinidad & Tobago – she has bloomed in the Pacific Northwest’s music scene with her unique approach to R&B and soul.
7/27 – The Gold Souls – Soul – Sacramento, CA
Mind bending, soul soothing, booty shakin’ boogie music! 8-piece cosmic soul sensation The Gold Souls’ uniquely modern retro sound is driven by deep grooves, soaring horns, and powerhouse vocals. Serving up forward-thinking funk that moves the mind and the dance floor, The Gold Souls bring a sound that is fresh yet classic, with catchy original songs that are both profound and uplifting.
