Whether you’re soaking up some sun on the patio or making your way inside for a brief reprieve from the heat, Bozeman Spirits Distillery is the perfect venue for a downtown pit stop. Through the month of August, the tasting room hosts live music by local musicians every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30–8pm. Here’s a look at the upcoming acts to enjoy alongside a tasty adult concoction.
Butte-based balladeer Tom Susanj visits on Thursday, August 15th. Known for his singer/songwriter style popular in the 60s and 70s, Tom’s music brings a heartfelt nostalgia for simpler times. A time when simple songs fueled complex feelings, songs that had melodies you could hum along with and lyrics you could understand. Like the artist himself, Tom’s performances are “easy on the ears and fun for the feet.”
Returning to the distillery is Christy Hays on Tuesday, August 20th. Splitting her time between Austin and Southwest Montana, the singer/songwriter’s music has folk and country tinges, thoughtfully penned stories and a full band sound that’s both driving alt country and moody folk rock. Compared to Brandi Carlile, Lucinda Williams, Rhett Miller, Kathleen Edwards and Patty Griffin, she has a sound uniquely her own. She’s shared the stage with Hayes Carll, Sturgil Simpson, Bruce Robison, Kelly Willis and Jeffery Foucault to name a few. River Swimmer, Hays’ latest release, brings the culmination of her influences and experiences traveling the world.
Dan Henry performs Thursday, August 22nd. The Montana native is a singer/songwriter with a unique vocal style coupled with acoustic guitar and bluesy harmonica. He’s driven by a blues influence, but covers a wide range of music from folk and rock to reggae, and so much more.
Sip a Montana Mule to the sounds of Tom Kirwan on Tuesday, August 27th. He performs a blend of folk country and Americana. Tom’s songs evoke nostalgia of long-ago dreams and people, while weaving stories of human longing both past and present.
Local songwriter Peter King provides the bar-side entertainment on August 29th, the final Thursday night set for the season. The Dead Yellers’ frontman gears his original lyrics around the human condition, love, war and self-control. His originals tell the story of honest, blue collar life in a small town. King’s influences range from the lonesome classic country sound to that of a DIY punk rock group. Come enjoy an adult beverage and listen to some great acoustics from this fine fellow!
A new month of live music first features the talents of local artist Amy Lee Hubbard on Tuesday, September 3rd. Head down for a cocktail, kick back and enjoy the acoustics.
Learn more about Bozeman Spirits’ distilling processes and other offerings at www.bozemanspirits.com. Regular tasting room hours are Monday to Saturday from 10am–8pm and Sundays from noon–8pm.