Bozeman’s Eagles Bar offers downtown shoppers and strollers a reprieve from the early winter chill by way of a beverage-induced warm-up. The local watering hole features drink specials, Friday night BINGO and burgers, as well as regular live music by local musicians and visiting acts. Here’s a look at what’s happening at FOE in the coming weeks.
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KneeJürk returns with the weekend ditties on Friday and Saturday, November 15th and 16th. The supersonic Southwest Montana duo incorporates the big band beat, performing the best toe tappin’ sing-alongs from the ‘60s to now.
Also on Nov. 16th, join the Gallatin Ice Foundation and Bozeman Amateur Hockey Association for the 2nd Annual GOnG Show fundraiser upstairs in the Ballroom.
Your $35 ticket includes a catered buffet dinner, four complimentary beer tickets, live entertainment by BlueBelly Junction, entry to play Plinko and an interactive Heads or Tails game to win fun prizes! The event will also include a live auction and 50/50 raffle. Lottery tickets will be sold for an all-inclusive, build your own luxury vacation for two – worth $4000!
Theme for the evening is 70s-style GOnG Show. Advance tickets may be purchased at one.bidpal.net/gongshow/ticketing. Doors at 6pm and the party goes til midnight. Photo ID required for entry.
Back downstairs, Neil Filo Beddow offers up another round of Wednesday acoustics on November 20th beginning at 8pm. He plays original folk rock for the soul, and describes his guitar style as the “West Dakota stutter.” His lyrically scrambled iambic pentameter can be politically bent, spiritually seeking, and tongue-in-cheek humorous with just a twist of serious.
Diamond take the stage Friday and Saturday, November 22nd and 23rd. The sprightly duo of Colette and Kenny Diamond bring a unique and engaging musical experience, with a song selection from today’s hits, country, classic rock, R&B, and crowd pleasing sing-alongs. Colette – kicking bass, playing piano, percussion, and vocals – brings a level of entertainment that lights up the room. Kenny, the second half of the popular duo, often straps on an electric guitar and delivers renditions of classic ‘70s and ‘80s guitar riffs. Kenny’s sound is big, and Diamond plays songs you do not expect to come out of a two-piece.
Moving back up to the Ballroom, San Jose-based deathgrind band Exhumed bring a Gatecreeper-assisted show on Monday, November 25th at 8pm. The group has blazed a path for modern-sensible, old school death metal since their formation in the early 90s. Their brand new gore-obsessed release, Horror, is out now. Tickets to the 18+ show are $20.50 in-store at Cactus Records, also available online. Doors at 7pm.
And downstairs on Wednesday, November 27th, Poison Lovers guitarist and vocalist Robert Lethert delivers another solo show at 8pm. Expect a blend of old school country and contemporary Americana. His strong gravely voice will perfectly complement your evening at the downtown tavern.
There’s no better Thirsty Thursday than one with Sunrise Karaoke, setting up at FOE every week at 9pm. Sing your heart out, cheer on your friends and maybe even do a dance number between songs!
Bridger Mountain Big Band performs regularly on Sundays from 7–9:30pm. The 17-piece jazz orchestra celebrates the music of Duke Ellington, Count Basie, and more, with original arrangements and music of all genres from the 1900s to today. Check them out on Facebook for performance announcements.
Eagles Bar live music begins at 9pm, unless otherwise noted. Head downtown to play a game of pool, listen to some great local bands, or stop in for a cold one any day of the week! The Eagles is located at 316 E Main. •
