A Montana-authentic evening of delicious food paired with the savory sounds of an eclectic roster of local music artists awaits you at Desert Rose Restaurant & Catering in downtown Belgrade. Here’s a look at the events and music coming up. The first Music Off Main of the season is set to occur on Thursday, June 16th, when four (4!) local bands bring their talents to an event fun for the whole family! This live music extravaganza will feature Tom Kirwan, Cottonwood Line, Groove Wax, and Cabin Fever. Drink Me Pretty will return to the stage on Friday, June 17th.
The Bozeman-based band is a dedicated unit that serves up a dirty cocktail of Blues Boogie Rock and Roll. Members include Sadie Locken on rhythm guitar and vocals, Isaac Carroll on lead guitar, Ben Dufendach on box drum, and Austin Rehyer ticklin’ strings on the fiddle. Come see the band that plays it quick and gritty–no chaser. Tom Kirwan will give a performance on Saturday, June 18th. Tom is a Gallatin Valley Native and singer/songwriter, born in the same town as his Gibson Guitar. He covers songs from old Country to Folk and a bunch of original tunes with titles ranging from “Whiskey and Worry” to “Hooked Jawed Fishes.” Yeti’s Jam will be held on Thursday, June 23rd. This is a weekly jam session open to all string players of various instrumental styles. Cabin Fever will take the stage on Friday, June 24th.
From Manhattan, the band plays a combination of original music, 70s rock, and a wide variety of dance tunes from Dwight-style country to Pink Floyd. This 5-piece-plus band showcases strong vocal harmonies and a wide variety of instrumentals. The members are Lonny Walker on rhythm guitar and lead vocals, Steve Loessberg on lead guitar and vocals, Larry Greenbaum on bass, lead guitar, and vocals, Josh Fike on drums and vocals, Jon Gerhts on bass guitar, Ross Barrett with percussion, and Lane Quandt on harmonica and vocals. Victoria Rose will perform Saturday, June 25th. The Kalispell-based singer/songwriter’s music is crafted with poetic lyrics and creative melodies that reach the heart. She is inspired by Brandi Carlile, Brand New, Missy Higgins, A Fine Frenzy, and Lykke Li–just to name a few. Woodsmoke Jazz will close out the month with a performance on Thursday, June 30th. From Bozeman, the group has been smokin’ standards and original tunes under the Big Sky since 2009. Woodsmoke Jazz features smokemeister Royce Wilkinson on reeds, Marvin Lansverk on trumpet, and Ken Bishop on bass.
Located in downtown Belgrade at 27 West Main, Desert Rose is where food is still the real deal. Now open Tuesday-Saturday from 11am-9pm. Desert Rose is now offering online booking for musicians that are interested in playing for tips. •
