The Filling Station is live music aficionados’ source for regular shows and late night memories. Their concerts showcase artists from a variety of genres, welcoming diverse audiences to the north Bozeman space with performances held throughout the week. Here’s a look at who’s coming up.
Performing March 9th is Lazy Owl String Band with help from Trout Basket at 9pm. A diverse group of musicians, influences range from jazz and blues to punk rock. However varied, the Owls are undeniably steeped in an old-timey traditional style. The group encapsulates an ethic of hard driving, whiskey drinking, boot-stomping music with infectious energy that’s sure to get you moving.
Grab your tickets for one of the most anticipated nights of the year: the “Moonshiner Ball” on March 10th. Featuring two of Bozeman’s finest bands, the Dead & Down and North Fork Crossing, the music begins at 8:30pm with opening support from WC Huntley. This one is for all of y’all to release your inner-hillbilly and dress accordingly for this swampy soiree. Don yer overalls, dirty boots, cutoffs and bad tattoos at this deep fried function.
Unforgettable quintet Transcendental Express takes the stage March 11th. Jazz Cabbage will open the 9pm show. The group transcends negativity and brings people together through music, creating a space where everyone is welcome, happy and dancing. Through a fusion of ideas and styles, the project engages with its audience and maintains an open and welcoming space, on and off the dance floor.
Get set for “The Great Mountain Groove” tour, coming to the Filler on March 16th. The collaborative show features the talents of Sicard Hollow, the Sweet Lillies and Pixie & the Partygrass Boys. Music begins at 7pm.
Tennessee’s Sicard Hollow, Utah’s Pixie & the Partygrass Boys, and Colorado’s Sweet Lillies packed up the Americana caravan to bring the next generation of progressive bluegrass to 21 stages across the country this winter.
Americana and progressive bluegrass artists have had a big couple years as the American zeitgeist starts to accept a re-branded version of traditional country music. Acts like Taylor Swift, Margo Price, and Sturgill Simpson have reminded the masses of how powerful stripped-down folk music can be, but the future is in the bands that can do it with infectious energy.
St. Paddy’s brings the twangy, hard-driving garage rock of The Salamanders on March 17th. The trio will perform songs from their albums Hellbender and Axolotl as well as some newer cuts. Big ‘Ol is set to open the show at 9pm.
Ready your finest duds for a special Beatles Night on March 18th. The evening will feature songs spanning the catalog of one of music’s best selling and globally recognized supergroups. Hosted by Mike D, the music begins at 9pm.
Back in Bozeman for another incredible performance, That 1 Guy will entertain on March 19th at 9pm. Combining elements of classical music with electronica, Silverman puts his classical training to good use creating music that is ethereal, gothic and heart-pounding. His one-man concert performance is equal parts music, technology, science, art and spectacle, as he uses his hands and feet to create an industrial tribal rhythm that must be seen and heard to be believed.
Joe Hertler & the Rainbow Seekers are set for a show on March 23rd with openers Desperate Electric at 9pm. With spectacular energy pulsating from every member of the band, the Rainbow Seekers could illuminate the very chambers of Heaven. Lead singer Joe Hertler splashes through lyrical puddles of golden rain, leaving his audience wearing flowery crowns and bubbling smiles. A ride on the Rainbow will take you across the mountains of Motown, through the fjords of folk, over the archipelagos of Americana, and-at last-into a funky firth, where only the fiercest of friendships can be found.
Support local news and entertainment media with the KGVM Fundraiser on March 24th. The music-enhanced event begins at 7:30pm. The Gallatin Valley’s community, entirely listener-supported radio station (95.9) showcases a broad assortment of programming with a focus on local content.
3 Miles to Clyde are set to perform March 25th. Daniel Kosel will be on hand as opening support at 9pm. The energetic ensemble specializes in unforgettable live performances and music that keeps its audiences moving. This five-piece consists of two guitars, drums, bass, and keys to bring a complete rock sound for their listeners.
Advance ticketing information for these and other shows are available at www.fillertickets.com. Log on to the website for additional details and a full calendar of upcoming concerts. Follow the Filler on social media for event updates and other venue announcements. •
