As we absorb the remaining sunshine before another Southwest Montana winter, there’s always a place to soak up some heat with Chico Hot Springs. The natural wading pools accommodate the changing seasons, and the Saloon offers a regular calendar of live music to warm up on the dance floor. Here’s a look at who’s performing this month.
Next up is the return of El Wencho on Oct. 7th and 8th. For most people, the image of an “acoustic duo” conjures images of two soft spoken musicians singing folk rock and hippie jam songs. This is not the case with the Wench. Two original members of the Clintons, John and Josh joke, “we’re half the band, twice the party!” The guys are no strangers to throwing a rocking good time. Their show is a hotdish or “badasserole” of musical genres and style.
Paradise Valley favorites The Fossils are back with a pair of performances Oct. 14th and 15th. Known around town for their authentic hippie music, The band guarantees a rockin’ good time. The members have been acquainted for years and are connected by their love of music.
The Blake Brightman Band plays for Saloon-goers Oct. 21st and 22nd. The five-piece follows the frontwoman’s lead with an energetic set of hits and originals. The singer/songwriter’s stylings fall somewhere between country western and Mississippi blues, with her own modern spin.
Savvy is set for Oct. 28th and 29th, with a special Halloween Party on Saturday. The soulful foursome play rock versions of songs from every genre. The band is fronted by Kristen Lundell, a local singer/songwriter and guitarist known for her catchy, melodic rock originals inspired by the likes of Veruca Salt, Juliana Hatfield and The Beatles.
Live Saloon music begins at 9pm, unless otherwise noted. Chico Hot Springs is located in Pray, 20 miles south of Livingston. For more information, visit www.chicohotsprings.com. •