Upcoming Events: May 24th thru May 30th
With something for everyone, upcoming events include a lo-fi indie group, punk band, an acclaimed Montana-born pianist, free local rock shows, and a Disney-based musical.
Take a look at the schedule below:
Thursday, May 24th
Pedro the Lion
Last spring, after 11 years of performing and recording under his own name, Dave Bazan’s growing fatigue with working alone hit a tipping point. “I missed the energy of making music with other people on stage and constantly traveling alone was starting to really sting”, Bazan recalls. “I needed to be in a band again”.
Bazan is very excited to be back playing rock & roll as Pedro the Lion again. The set list for a full US tour in 2018 will span every Pedro the Lion record and then some.
9:00 PM | All Ages | Tickets & MORE INFO
Friday, May 25th
Hawthorne Roots
The Hawthorne Roots are a 4-time award winning, sister led rock band from Bozeman, Montana. The group brings a soulful and energetic performance to the stage, every lyric sung with passion and authenticity.
Their uniquely branded “Revved Up Soul” genre has gained momentum and admiration within the northwest community and beyond. The group tours heavily in the western region, working tirelessly to build their brand and expand their audience.
Missoula-based rock band Ocelot Wizard will open.
10:15 PM | 21+ | FREE | MORE INFO
Saturday, May 26th
The Model Rockets with VTO
After a local Seattle single and a compilation appearance, the Model Rockets released their debut album, Hilux, on Lucky Records, which was produced by ex-Young Fresh Fellow Scott McCaughey. Johnson left the band in late 1994 and was replaced by former Chemistry Setmember Scott Sutherland. Switching to the C/Z label, the Rockets supported their second album, 1996’s Snatch It Back and Hold It, with a successful tour of Spain.
Vi Thompson Overdrive (VTO) is a Missoula band formed in 1992 by three local ice cream makers. Named after a local TV celebrity, VTO fuses classic punk rock with psychobilly cow punk and garage rock to create a sound that is uniquely their own.VTO’s first release was the album “Hamburger Time” in 1994. They’ve appeared on numerous compilations on labels Wantage and Too Many Records and have 4 releases since 2012.
10:15 PM | 21+ | FREE | MORE INFO
Sunday, May 27th
George Winston: Benefit for ZACC
Inspired by the seasons and topographies, George Winston’s concerts feature a variety of styles including melodic folk piano, New Orleans R&B piano, and stride piano. He performs songs from his seasonal favorites AUTUMN, DECEMBER, WINTER INTO SPRING, and SUMMER, as well as Peanuts pieces from his Vince Guaraldi tribute albums LINUS & LUCY–THE MUSIC OF VINCE GUARALDI, and LOVE WILL COME-THE MUSIC OF VINCE GUARALDI, VOL. 2, and more.
George Winston, one of the most recognized solo pianists in the world, has released 14 solo piano albums since 1972. His latest album was released in March 2017 and is titled SPRING CAROUSEL-A CANCER RESEARCH BENEFIT. He is currently mainly touring and performing live concerts. Since 1986, George has been raising money for service organizations in every community he visits while on tour. He will raise awareness this evening about the Zootown Arts Community Center (ZACC) available in the lobby. The CD and merchandise proceeds will benefit the Zootown Arts Community Center (ZACC).
8:00 PM | All Ages| | Tickets & MORE INFO
Tuesday, May 29th
Senses Fail
Packed with explosive, high-energy riffs, thundering rhythms and singer Buddy Nielsen’s introspective, unflinchingly honest lyrics, Senses Fail is a band with a truly impressive discography of post-hardcore scene staples. They’re currently touring in support of their new album, If There is Light, It Will Find You.
Missoula based punk pop rock band Go Hibiki will open. The members have been playing music in and out of Missoula for a decade, and they include Alasdair Lyon (Sunraiser), Rob Cave (BOYS), Elizabeth Taillon (Old Etc.), and Ethan J. Uhl (The Whoopass Girls).
7:00 PM | All Ages| | Tickets & MORE INFO
Tuesday, May 29th
PJ Masks LIVE!
The live show is based on eOne’s top-rated animated TV series, which airs daily on Disney Junior. Catboy, Owlette, Gekko, and the Baddies will delight fans of all ages with live performances featuring world-class production, familiar and original music, and immersive interactivity.
PJ Masks, the hit series now in its second season, follows the thrilling nighttime adventures of three young friends who transform into their dynamic alter egos, Catboy, Owlette and Gekko, when they put on their pajamas at night and activate their animal amulets. Together, they embark on action-packed capers, solving mysteries and learning valuable lessons along the way.
8:00 PM | All Ages| | Tickets & MORE INFO
Wednesday, May 30th
Jazz Night: Captain Wilson Conspiracy
Captain Wilson Conspiracy is a modern jazz music synthesis. A contemporary approach to chamber jazz featuring originals, novel interpretations of standards and the current American songbook.
7:00 PM | All Ages| | MORE INFO
Complete event listings can be found here.