Fri, July 1 Megan Makeever Acoustic Pop
Sat, July 2 Margo Cilker Americana/Folk
Sun, July 3 Sundae + Mr. Goessl Vintage Pop
Fri, July 8 Chad Ball Folk/Blues
Sat, July 9 Aran Buzzas Homegrown Montana Folky Tonk
Sun, July 10 Acousticals Original Western Montana Bluegrass
Fri, July 15 The Two Tracks Americana/Folk
Sat, July 16 Brian and Katie Earnst Acoustic Soul/Roots 11 AM show
Sat, July 16 Nathan North Acoustic One Man Band
Sun, July 17 Brian and Katie Earnst Acoustic Soul/Roots
Fri, July 22 Aaron Banfield Singer/Slang Writer
Sat, July 23 Cottonwood Line Americana Roots
Sun, July 24 Mathias Acoustic Rock
Fri, July 29 Amber Ikeman Singer/Songwriter
Sat, July 30 Jeff Carroll American Roots
Sun, July 31 Bramble & Rye Blues/Folk
Fri, July 1 Megan Makeever Acoustic Pop
Bozeman native and daughter of locally known classical musicians, Megan Makeever, lives a dual life as a classical flautist and singer/songwriter. As a Global Music Award winning singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, Makeever has released three albums. She is known for her emotionally evocative and jazzy vocals, meaningful lyrics and personal subject matter. She will be joined by Quarney Ali on vocals, guitar, and cajon.
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=just+keep+singing+megan+makeever, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UbNlOWH67_s
Sat, July 2 Margo Cilker Americana/Folk
Margo Cilker is a young Americana songwriter out to seek her fortune in the old-fashioned way. The last two years of travel and touring have led her to the Rocky Mountains, the Basque Country and always back home to California for a spell. A mix of life on the road, family campfires and gleaning advice from big-hitters in the game drive Margo on toward her goals of selling records and touring with a band. Her acoustic guitar, harmonica and powerful voice will entice even the frostiest of concert-goers to warm by the flame of heartfelt music written about love and travel as well as treasured folk songs from the Americana canon.
https://www.facebook.com/margocilkermusic
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rblzWnXVBM
Sun, July 3 Sundae + Mr. Goessl Vintage Pop
Seattle sweethearts, Sundae + Mr. Goessl, play vintage music to make your heart sway. Please welcome them for their first show on the Poolside Stage!
Website: www.sundaeandmrgoessl.com
Youtube: www.youtube.com/sundaeandmrgoessl
Facebook: www.facebook.com/sundaeandmrgoessl
Twitter: www.twitter.com/sundaemrgoessl
Soundcloud: www.soundcloud.com/sundaemrgoessl
Fri, July 8 Chad Ball Folk/Blues
Chad returns to the Poolside Stage, doing a mixture of acoustic Folk/Blues with catchy storytelling melodies. From Butte, he has a strong influence from 70’s folk/rock. Listen to some of his music here – www.chadballmusic.com.
Sat, July 9 Aran Buzzas Homegrown Montana Folky Tonk
Aran performs songs that are easy to relate to, often amusing, and frequently with a regional backdrop. Welcome him back to the Poolside Stage!
Sun, July 10 Acousticals Original Western Montana Bluegrass
Western Montana’s all-original bluegrass ensemble features three of the region’s finest pickers and composers. The band dazzles with intricate instrumentals by mandolinist Chad Fadely and guitar whiz Richie Reinholdt, and upright bass player and folksinger Britt Arnesen contributes her own harmonic songwriting charm.
Fri, July 15 The Two Tracks Americana/Folk
The Two Tracks are based out of Sheridan, Wyoming, at the foot of the Bighorn Mountains. Mixing bluegrass, country, and folk genres, the band presents an original Americana sound. Their debut album is set to release in Spring 2016. The band is Julie Szewc on guitar/vocals and award winning cellist David Huebner.
http://www.thetwotracks.com, https://youtu.be/r5WOu5GDupQ,
Sat, July 16 Brian and Katie Earnst Acoustic Soul/Roots 11 AM Show
Brian and Katie Ernst have been touring the world with Brian’s music for the last 8 years. His lyrics tell this story as he builds his songs live with a looping pedal and an assortment of instruments collected from all over the globe. Best describes as acoustic, soul roots, Brian’s message is one of hope and inspiration. The pair use the music to advocate for the needs of others. They run a small NGO that works in Kenya supporting women and children through education and micro loans and they volunteered this year in Greece and Turkey with refugee families. http://www.brianernstmusic.com/video.html, www.brianernstmusic.com,
Sat, July 16 Nathan North Acoustic One Man Band
Nathan is a Billings performer, who uses loops to create complex and wonderful songs – as a solo artist. He’ll be doing originals and favorite covers and we’re glad to see him back on the Poolside Stage! www.facebook.com/nathanjnorth, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1kTKGv2KObs
Sun, July 17 Brian and Katie Earnst Acoustic Soul/Roots
Brian and Katie Ernst have been touring the world with Brian’s music for the last 8 years. His lyrics tell this story as he builds his songs live with a looping pedal and an assortment of instruments collected from all over the globe. Best describes as acoustic, soul roots, Brian’s message is one of hope and inspiration. The pair use the music to advocate for the needs of others. They run a small NGO that works in Kenya supporting women and children through education and micro loans and they volunteered this year in Greece and Turkey with refugee families. http://www.brianernstmusic.com/video.html, www.brianernstmusic.com,
www.Journey4YOUth.org,
Fri, July 22 Aaron Banfield Singer/Slang Writer
Bozeman based Aaron Banfield sings and plays originals along with some known and obscure covers ranging from ballads to up-tempo tunes.www.theaaronbanfield.com
Sat, July 23 Cottonwood Line Americana Roots
Cottonwood Line is made up of Tarek Isham (guitar, harmonica and voice) and Marc Anderson (violin). They play a harmony driven mix of original songs and traditional country, blues, gospel and folk. Please welcome them back to the Poolside Stage! https://www.facebook.com/cottonwoodline
Sun, July 24 Mathias Acoustic Rock
Bozeman-based singer-songwriter Mathias has been playing music under the big sky of Montana for nearly two decades now. With powerful vocals and a percussive guitar style, he is known for his dynamic live performances. In 2010 Mathias headed into the studio with Emmy Award-winning producer Jeremiah Slovarp culminating in the release of his debut album Walk Alone. The following year he spent several months performing nightly for international audiences on the popular resort island of Koh Tao in Thailand. 2013 began with a return to Southeast Asia, this time playing in a wide range of locales from the megacities of Hong Kong and Jakarta to the quaint backpacker haunts of Chiang Mai and Siem Reap. https://www.reverbnation.com/mathiasmusic
Fri, July 29 Amber Ikeman Singer/Songwriter
As much a storyteller as a songstress, Amber speaks to the wandering spirit in all of us. Born in Canada, raised in Florida and based in Bozeman, she recently released her debut album, “Free,” a collection of experiences from her 20,000 mile journey across the US. Her music includes flavors of new folk, americana, pop, blues with raw lyrics and touches of unpredictable edginess. Hear more at www.amberikeman.com.
Sat, July 30 Jeff Carroll American Roots
Montana singer/songwriter Jeff Carroll’s music drinks deep from the well of Country Blues and American Roots tradition. It is clearly finding it’s own way down the hillside. For additional info please go to www.reverbnation.com/jeffcarrollmusic.
Sun, July 31 Bramble & Rye Blues/Folk
Bramble & Rye is a blues-infused folk band from the Gallatin Valley – performing original tunes and tasteful cover songs on a variety of unique instruments. Powerful vocals and creative song-smithing takes you back to a better time through the craft of music. https://www.facebook.com/BrambleandRye
