Paul Lee Kupfer, folkster Bill Price maintain summer spirit at downtown distillery
Whether you’re soaking up some sun on the patio or making your way inside for a brief reprieve from the heat, Bozeman Spirits Distillery is the perfect venue for a downtown pit stop. During the summer months, the tasting room hosts live music by local musicians every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30–8pm. Here’s a look at the upcoming acts to enjoy alongside a tasty adult concoction.
Left on Tenth guitarist Ian Bailey brings a solo show to the distillery on Thursday, August 1st. The band blends elements of funk, reggae, jazz, hip-hop, rock n’ roll, blues, and everything in between. Head down and enjoy his solo renditions!
Paul Lee Kupfer will bring the acoustics on Tuesday, August 6th. Originally from the mountains of West Virginia, Kupfer has travelled as a solo performer and band leader for more than a decade. He has a distinctive approach and his arrangements are inventive and fun. Restless touring and writing has allowed him to share the bill with some of his heroes and bring his music to many different kinds of people across the United States. Kupfer is a member of local trio the Bus Driver Tour alongside Danny Freund and Ian Thomas.
Edis returns on Thursday, August 8th. Her unique brand of folky, bluesy tunes has moved and entertained audiences for many years. She performs at various venues and functions in solo, duo, and trio acts, as well as with her band Edis and the Incredibles. Edis’ primary instruments are her powerful and heartfelt vocals. She also plays six and twelve-string guitar, four and five-string bass, ukulele, and percussion. Influences include Bonnie Raitt, Marshall Tucker, and George Jones, but whatever the song, you can count on heartfelt vocals and fine musicality.
Folk rock and Americana artist Bill Price performs on Tuesday, August 13th. With one foot in folk and the other in rock, the singer/songwriter and recording artist performs solo, with his band, and other fellow musicians. The Beatles and Bob Dylan inspired a then-teenager to set his sights on songwriting. Price has released numerous albums of both original and traditional music.
Butte-based balladeer Tom Susanj visits on Thursday, August 15th. Known for his singer/songwriter style popular in the 60s and 70s, Tom’s music brings a heartfelt nostalgia for simpler times. A time when simple songs fueled complex feelings, songs that had melodies you could hum along with and lyrics you could understand. Like the artist himself, Tom’s performances are “easy on the ears and fun for the feet.”
Learn more about Bozeman Spirits’ distilling processes and other offerings at www.bozemanspirits.com. Regular tasting room hours are Monday to Saturday from 10am–8pm and Sundays from noon–8pm. •