‘Lumber rock’ of Seattle’s Norman Baker, more music at Mountains Walking

Mountains Walking Brewery – who are celebrating their one-year anniversary – is attracting folks from all over the valley with their frosty pints and tasty bites. The north-side space also hosts plenty of live music to complement the menus. Here’s a look at some of what’s coming up on Plum Ave.
Local artist Josh Moore brings the live entertainment on Wednesday, October 3rd from 6–8pm. A native of North Carolina, he is a vocalist and guitarist most frequently lending his talents to Laney Lou & The Bird Dogs. The band fuses old time folk songs with a rock n’ roll attitude, pushing the envelope of what a string band would generally be described as. Come enjoy Moore’s solo renditions!
Start your week off right with live tunes by Bozeman-based singer/songwriter David Aubert on Monday, October 8th from 6–8pm. He’ll bring a blend of blues, rock and country, performing crowd favorites and a few songs of his own. Aubert fronted the band Cosmic Noise with whom he recorded an album of originals in Nashville. Head over to Mountains Walking to catch his solo acoustic show that’ll have you tapping your feet and singing along!
 Seattle-based “lumber rocker” Norman Baker is set for a Mountains Walking show on Tuesday, October 9th from 6–8pm. Frontman of Norman Baker & the Backroads, he and his group utilize undertones of pedal steel, mandolin, banjo, upright bass, clarinet, and of course an onslaught of acoustic and electric guitars telling stories of loss, loss prevention, camping, driving without cell phones, childlike innocence, home towns, and walking til your shoes wear through. Along with band mate Michael Muir, their harmonies and guitar work continue to weave seamlessly through timeless original rootsy compositions. Muir’s Clapton and Allman-tinged guitar approach meshed with Baker’s Doc Watson meets Neil Young influences prove to be a great combo as the band continues tacking on the miles around the Western US. The Backroads’ 2015 release, Present Day, is available now. New single “Where Did the Land Go” is out Oct. 3rd.
The next Songwriters Guild is set for Wednesday, October 10th. Hosted by local artist Joe Knapp, this event runs from 6–8pm. Join for an evening of live music performed by various local artists, including the event creator! Knapp plays a variety of styles including Americana, rock n’ roll, old time, and country music. He’s a member of the popular local three-piece, SlomoJoe. Note: Another Songwriters Guild event is set for Oct. 24th from 6–8pm.
Joe Knapp is back on Monday, October 15th, this time performing with Chelsea Hunt from 6–8pm. Hunt has been gracing the stages of Bozeman venues with her sweet melodic musical presence for years, most recently as a member of Acony Belles. She and Knapp will be performing Americana tunes and some other favorites.
Check out a solo show by Mike Comstock on Monday, October 22nd from 6–8pm. With music ranging from folk and country western, to blues and rock, the Comstock Lode frontman performs primarily cover songs with a few originals. You can expect to hear tunes from a variety of artists including Sam Cooke, Simon & Garfunkel, John Denver, Eric Clapton, The Rolling Stones, Merle Haggard and Garth Brooks.
Located at 422 Plum Ave., Mountains Walking is open seven days a week from 11:30am–8pm (11am on Sundays). Microbrew Mondays feature $3 pints of select brews every week, get two shells and a pint for only $10 on Taco Tuesdays, or stop in for Happy Hour from 3–5pm Monday through Thursday. Also at Mountains Walking, morning meditation sessions twice weekly! Stop in on Tuesdays (7–8am) and Sundays (8–9am) to find a little serenity. Cushion provided with complimentary tea to follow.
Learn more about the local brewery and tasting room at www.mountainswalking.com. Be sure to follow them on Facebook for updated event information and additional daily specials, @MountainsWalkingBrewery. Please note: the brewery will be closed for its annual staff party on Oct. 17th.