- Ring in the New Year with Koastas & friends at the KKC
You’ve probably driven by the Kountry Korner Café in Four Corners a million times—and might’ve even stopped in a time or ten. Did you know the legendary KKC also features live music throughout the month to go with your delicious meal? Here’s a look at upcoming event dates in December! Renowned singer/songwriter Kostas will return to the Café on Sunday, December 18th at 6pm.
He’ll also perform with a little help from his friends on a very special New Year’s Eve, Saturday, December 31st beginning at 5:30pm. This early New Year’s evening will feature everything you’d expect from the Kountry Korner. Come get your prime rib and lobster dinner, beer and wine, plus some great live entertainment from Kostas and a likely additional ensemble of great musicians. Come in for an excellent night of food, music, and friends—all wrapped up before the real craziness begins! Greek-born American country music songwriter Kostas has penned numerous hits for Dwight Yoakam, Patty Loveless, George Strait, and The Dixie Chicks, among many other artists. Whether playing his own compositions or covers, Kostas’ relaxed manner and soulful styling will leave you mellow and uplifted. Claudia Williams of Montana Rose plays solo sets on Fridays at 5:30pm throughout the month. Upcoming dates include December 16th, 23rd, and 30th.
Williams isn’t just a singer—she’s a sorceress, creating phrasing and emphasis for each song she writes. Her solo set will include Americana and folk music. Local pianist Bob Britten will bring his talents to the Kountry Korner on Saturdays, December 17th and 24th at 5:30pm each evening. Britten studied piano and guitar as a youth growing up in New Jersey, but it was the guitar that brought him to Montana. He studied classical guitar and attended Christopher Parkening’s master classes at Montana State University in 1981 and 1982. He played guitar and piano in various bands in Billings including the Gentlemen of Jazz and solo piano nightly at the Cellar 301 for several years. Rich Mayo performs every Tuesday this month at 6pm. Upcoming dates include December 20th and 27th. A multi-instrumentalist, Mayo plays the guitar, harp, and vocals. He plays an Americana mix you’re sure to enjoy, and his wife, Tanna, adds a flute and lovely female voice. For more information about upcoming events, call (406) 586-2281 or visit www.kountrykornermontana.com/. •
