Latin Halloween Dance w/ John Roberts caps Eagles’ Oct. entertainment

A Downtown mainstay for decades, the Eagles Bar is always a great choice for after work snifters, Friday night BINGO, and weekend live music – midweek too! Here’s a look at who’s playing at FOE in the coming weeks.
Next up in the Eagles’ “Acoustic Wednesdays” series is Tales From Ghost Town, bringing a show on October 17th at 7pm. Nick Hagan, the man behind the name, has been called punkabillly, gothic country, cowpunk, punk blues, Montana blues, soul punk, folkabillly, punk grass, and street folk, but the one-man acoustic band claims none. The Colorado native has shared bills with acts including Goddamn Gallows, Koffin Kats, Hellbound Glory, and Murder Junkies, as well as solo artists Scott H. Biram, Joe Buck Yourself, James Hunnicutt and Graham Lindsey.
Red Glow Buffalo return to the Eagles Friday and Saturday, October 19th–20th. The band plays music that’s fun, adventurous, and cool – sometimes loud but always fresh. They play twangy, rock n’ roll-style originals and many “repurposed” covers. Calling “Montellowstone” home, Red Glow Buffalo draws inspiration from the likes of Rubber Knife Gang, Paul Simon, Reel Big Fish, Tom Petty, The White Stripes, Turnpike Troubadours, Snoop Dogg, The Devil Makes Three, James Gang, The Kinks, Bob Dylan, and The Beatles, any many more.
On October 24th, KneeJürk bring another “Acoustic Wednesday” show to the Eagles beginning at 7pm. The semi-acoustic supersonic Southwest Montana duo incorporates the big band beat, performing the best toe tappin’ sing-alongs from the ‘60s to now.
Left on Tenth takes the stage Friday, October 26th. The band blends elements of funk, reggae, jazz, hip-hop, rock n’ roll, blues, and everything in between. Citing influences like Sublime, The Wailers, Toots and the Maytals, Jimi Hendrix, and Fat Freddy’s Drop, they create original music interspersed with the occasional cover tune. With danceable energetic vibes, the audience participation has as much an impact on the show as the band itself.
Bozeman funk trio Holding For Hux follows on Saturday, October 27th. The group plays a wide variety of groovy rock and funk tunes to keep things saucy for those who want to get out on the floor and boogie. Head down and check ‘em out!
Also on Oct. 27th, a Latin Halloween Dance Party heads upstairs to the Eagles Lodge Ballroom featuring John Roberts y Pan Blanco and live DJ. A salsa lesson kicks the night off from 7:30–9pm, then put your moves to work! Dress up, dance and celebrate Halloween in style with the best Latin/Cuban band around! Admission is $10 at the door.
Featuring vocals in Spanish, English and Portuguese, the group melds high-energy Funk, African and Latin grooves with soulful instrumental solos aimed at sharing musical and cultural diversity with its audiences. They’ll be performing songs from Roberts’ latest release, Soul y Pimienta, among others.
Frontman John Roberts began his musical journey at the age of 5 on piano and trombone, expertly honing his craft with continual learning in the time since. His career has prompted recording and extensive performance in Los Angeles, Montana, the greater United States, and all around the world. Roberts is now on faculty at Montana State University-Billings as a Jazz, music theory, low brass and world music instructor.
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, @TheBridgerMountainBigBand, for performance announcements.
Always a blast, Sunrise Entertainment brings the fun of karaoke and DJ music every Thursday night. Come sing your heart out and maybe even do a dance number between songs. Liquid confidence available upon request.
Eagles Bar live music begins at 9pm, unless otherwise noted. Come 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 St., next to the Nova Café. For more information, call (406) 587-9996.