Faultline North
brings a more eclectic music scene to Bozeman—one that introduces new genres, fresh acts, and puts local bands on stage. Here’s a look at what’s coming up. The 2016 Conference of Extreme Montana Metal will take place Saturday, September 17th from 4pm–12am. Tickets to this all ages show are $10 in advance and $15 at the door. Doors at 4pm. Don’t be late or you’ll miss half of the bands! The barrage returns to Faultline with nine bands—all extreme. If you missed the Conference last year, now’s your chance to experience the same madness with no restraint! Return appearances by Nequiter, Tribe, Ground Into Dust, Arkheron Thodol and Piranha Dog. Faultline North debuts for Judgment Hammer, Metacosm, Iron Swarm, and Cellar Vessel. Modern hard rockers Elephant Gun Riot will take the stage with help from The Broken Thumbs and Scavenger, Saturday, September 24th at 8pm. Tickets to this all ages show are $7 in advance and $9 at the door. Doors at 7pm.
Hailing from Spokane, Washington, the quintet was formed in 2012. After a handful of hometown shows and a couple of lineup changes in 2013, the group now features vocalist Caitlin Rose, guitarists and brothers Zach Wirchak and Sean Ciolli, bassist Patrick Rooks, and drummer Mike Lowe. The band released its debut EP Sic Infit in 2014, featuring fan favorites like “Daydream” and “Crossroads.” Throughout 2014, the band quickly made a name for themselves in Spokane by playing live as much as possible, including opening for Sick Puppies, Lacuna Coil, Gemini Syndrome, Eyes Set To Kill, Otherwise, Devil You Know, and Tantric. 2015 saw Elephant Gun Riot continue its brisk pace of playing live all around the Pacific Northwest, earning a reputation as one of the most intense, hardest hitting, and tightest live bands from the Spokane area. During this time, the band had the privilege to share the stage with Buckcherry, Sons Of Texas, Royal Bliss, We Are Harlot, and 12 Stones. The band spent most of 2015 and the first half of 2016 writing and recording their debut full length self-titled album. It was released in July, featuring singles “Tonight” and “Driven.” Elephant Gun Riot will spend the rest of 2016 and 2017 touring all over the Pacific Northwest to support the release of the new album. The band has already had a busy 2016, sharing the stage with Like A Storm, Black Stone Cherry, Righteous Vendetta, and Orgy, with many more to come. Hip-hop artist Kirko Bangz will bring his Black Flossin Tour to Faultine with special guests Chez and The Real Diehl on Friday, October 7th at 8pm. Tickets to this all ages show are $20 in advance and at the door. Doors at 8pm.
Faultline North elevates Bozeman concerts with an intimate venue, state-of-the-art sound and lights, high-fidelity acoustics, and an open-minded roster of live acts. The venue proudly presents upstart bands, far-flung shows, touring bands, underappreciated genres, as well as camps and workshops for the next generation of musicians.
For more information on these upcoming shows or to buy tickets, visit www.faultlinenorth.com/. Faultine North is located at 346 Gallatin Park Dr., just on the edge of Bozeman. •
