Pine Creek Lodge has been packing its outdoor stages with incredible talent all summer, but the season ain’t over yet! The modern-rustic space is keeping guests and others entertained until the very last golden sunset. Here’s a look at what’s coming up.
Bozeman’s own Dusty Pockets are set for Friday, August 16th. STiLGONE will get the music started at 7pm. The Main Stage show is FREE of admission.
The Pockets tell meaningful stories, delivered with grit, wrapped in beautiful melodies and driven by powerful grooves. Their self-invented genre, “recreational Americana,” is indicative of the band’s mission to make seriously good music and have fun at the same time. The band’s debut release, Hard Line, is a ten-song album that cherry-picks from the band’s wide and growing catalog of original songs. Centered on a strong foundation of American musical traditions, Hard Line and the band’s live shows showcase a collection of tunes that scratch the itch for twang, soul, and rock n’ roll all at once.
Paul Lee Kupfer performs on Saturday, August 17th. The Beer Garden show begins at 7pm and is FREE of admission.
Originally from the mountains of West Virginia, Kupfer has travelled as a solo performer and band leader for more than a decade. He has a distinctive approach and his arrangements are inventive and fun. Restless touring and writing has allowed him to share the bill with some of his heroes and bring his music to many different kinds of people across the United States. Kupfer is a member of local trio the Bus Driver Tour alongside Danny Freund and Ian Thomas.
On Wednesday, August 21st, Christy Hays returns to Paradise Valley. The Beer Garden show begins at 7pm and is FREE of admission.
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.
Minneapolis-based trio The Last Revel return to front the fourth annual “Sundown Kickaround” on Saturday, August 24th. Beginning at 6pm, this year’s event will feature fellow Rocky Mountain bands Tenth Mountain Division, Hillfolk Noir and The Two Tracks. Tickets for this Main Stage show are $20 in advance or $25 day of show, based on availability.
A threesome of powerfully talented multi-instrumentalists, The Last Revel naturally blend the genres of folk, rockabilly, old time string-band and rock to create a sound equally original and timeless. They’re known to consistently deliver “bombastic live performances,” as well as delicate and haunting folk ballads. Their new album, Fool’s Spring, showcases the band’s ability to create rich and delicately textured recorded material with a modern “tip of the hat” to the storied history of American folk music.
Revel in the sounds of Cubongo on Friday, August 30th. The Beer Garden show begins at 7pm and is FREE of admission.
Fronted by Michelle Manzo, the band performs classic compositions of the Cuban and Brazilian repertoire. Also mixing in the music of Stevie Wonder, Bill Withers and Michael Jackson, Cubongo shows include an exceptional dance set to accompany its atmospheric selections.
Pine Creek welcomes Butte performer Chad Okrusch on Saturday, August 31st. The Beer Garden show begins at 7pm and is FREE of admission.
Okrusch is a fifth-generation Montanan. He makes his Rocky Mountain Americana music in backwoods bars near his favorite trout fishing spots from Red Lodge to Seattle. In addition to his original songs, he sings tributes to his favorite songwriters, from John Prine to Prince.
Mark your calendars for Friday and Saturday, September 6th and 7th when Kitchen Dwellers make their grand return to Southwest Montana. The music begins at 7pm each night with special guests TBA. Advance tickets for these Main Stage shows are $30 each, or $50 for a two-day pass. Stay tuned for details.
Montana-bred bluegrass outfit Kitchen Dwellers are captivating fans across the country with their high energy live performances and unique approach to traditional music fans have dubbed “Galaxy Grass.” The band has shared the stage with acts such as Railroad Earth, Greensky Bluegrass, The Infamous Stringdusters, and Twiddle. Comprised of Joe Funk (bass), Shawn Swain (mandolin), Torrin Daniels (banjo), and Max Davies (guitar), Kitchen Dwellers followed full-length Ghost In the Bottle with last winter’s Reheated – Vol. 1 EP.
Also in Paradise Valley, Pine Creek presents its Brunch Live Music Series. The weekend offering regularly showcases regional musicians from 11am–1pm. Order some food, maybe a cold beverage, then find a spot! Upcoming acts include: Hannah Cooper on Aug. 18th, Brian Ernst on Aug. 25th, and Ashly Holland on Sept. 1st. Take your pick and head over! These shows are FREE of admission and open to the public.
Please visit www.pinecreeklodgemontana.com for ticketing information, to reserve your cabin, and to learn more about these and other upcoming events. Pine Creek Lodge is located at 2496 E River Rd., just outside of Livingston. Party bus rentals available for select shows. Call (406) 222-3628 for further information. •