Hot Springs goes ‘Unplugged’ for laid-back January shows
To help area soakers ease into their new calendars, Bozeman Hot Springs is reviving its “Unplugged” series during the entire month of January. The local destination for residents and visitors hosts weekly live music from its outdoor stage, with regional and traveling musicians performing every Thursday and Sunday night at 7pm. Here’s a look at who’s coming up.
The Kitchen Dwellers Duo of Max Davies and Torrin Daniels kicks things off on Thursday, January 2nd. The nationally recognized bluegrass band has been touring nonstop for the last several years, appearing at venues like Red Rocks, the Mishawaka Amphitheater and Emerson right here in Bozeman. Usually a full four-piece, the Hot Springs show will feature the pairing of Davies on guitar and Daniels on banjo. Bringing the full band’s signature jam-grass style to a more intimate show, this will be a great way to kick off 2020 for Dweller fans and newcomers alike.
A little “Revved Up Soul” follows on Sunday, January 5th with the Hawthorne Roots Duo of Madeline Kelly and Lucas Mace. Usually consisting of five members, the Hot Springs set will feature the talents of Kelly on vocals and Mace on guitar with a stripped-down show. If you’re a fan of the full band or have been meaning to check them out, this is going to be a can’t-miss performance.
Check out Dave Hollier and Jeff Jensen as the King Ropes Duo on Thursday, January 9th. Deemed as “psychedelic hard country garage roots rock,” King Ropes spans a wide variety of genres with their atmospheric guitar, groovy drum beats, and rock vocals with a little bit of twang. Their sound has been compared to that of The Pixies and Wilco. The duo will feature Hollier on guitar and Jensen on drums playing an acoustic set in the style of their normal shows, but with a more relaxed output.
The Travelin’ Kind takes the stage Sunday, January 12th. Formed by two members of Bozeman-based bluegrass sensation Laney Lou & the Bird Dogs, the duo of Josh Moore and Lena Schiffer brings together tight vocal harmonies paired with amazing guitar skills that span decades of music. The Travelin’ Kind plays everything from blues to newer indie, folk and rock music – whatever feels good for the band and the audience alike!
And on Thursday, January 16th, Kelly Nicholson and Luke Flansburg merge their talents for an incredible show. Bozeman-based soul-rock group the Kelly Nicholson Band has been performing around town and wowing audiences wherever they go. Playing for our Unplugged Month as a duo set, frontwoman Nicholson and guitarist Flansburg will be be singing a variety of original tunes paired with recognizable covers. Their set will have something for everyone.
Bozeman Hot Springs is located at 81123 Gallatin Road, just south of Four Corners. Visit www.bozemanhotsprings.com for operating hours, further event details, and fitness membership information. Call (406) 586-6492 with additional questions. •