Our new calendars are proudly displayed, and at least some of us are ready to shake off the holidays with a night of revelry. Downtown Bozeman’s Eagles Bar continues to book the very best talent the Valley has to offer for their regular Wednesday acoustics and weekend jamming. Here’s who’s helping FOE kick of a brand new year of fantastic live music.
Take in the acoustic stylings of local favorite Mathias on January 4th. With powerful vocals and a percussive guitar style, he’s known for his dynamic live performances full of acoustic folk, rock, and funk tunes.
Lace up those newly gifted dancing shoes for a Live DJ set on Jan. 6th and 7th. The dance floor offers plenty of room to showcase the best moves, whether you’ve got a partner in crime or are going solo.
Luke Flansburg follows with a solo show on Jan. 11th. He’ll bring a wide variety of music ranging from funk to rock to blues. Also a member of Pinky & the Floyd, Tsunami Funk and MOTH, prepare for a fun set of covers and originals that will span the genres.
The following weekend sees the return of Dilly Dilly on Jan. 13th and 14th. The lively shows will feature a selection of your favorite rockin’ hits and plenty of room to dance.
Settle in for another night of acoustics on Jan. 18th with music by Trygh. The solo bassist is known for his dark spin on the folk genre, inspired by the cold mountains of Montana.
The Disruptors take the stage with back-to-back performances on Jan. 20th and 21st. The high energy band does their darndest to get audiences singing along with their wide selection of rock n’ roll tunes from the ‘60s to now.
Singer/songwriter Hannah Jo Lally shows off her talents on Jan. 25th. From the back roads of Eastern Washington, enjoy an evening of country cuts and distinctive originals. She draws influence from the likes of Suzy Bogguss and Charley Pride, Waylon Jennings and Mary Chapin Carpenter, among others.
Closing out the first month of ‘23 is the original country rock of Dead Yellers. Founded by frontman Peter King, the music follows a theme of courage in the face of adversity, delivered in an upbeat, western roots format, ultimately leaving the audience feeling hopeful and happy. Sometimes joined by fiddle, pedal steel, bass and harmonica, this group always brings something unique to their performances.
Take part in the Eagles’ weekly Bluegrass Jam Session on Monday nights. Take a seat and enjoy, or bring an instrument and join in! The event begins at 7pm.
Exercise your pipes with Karaoke Night sponsored by Bozeman’s Best Entertainment Group, setting up at FOE every Thursday. Sing your heart out and cheer on your friends! Sign-ups start at 9pm.
Make sure to check out Bridger Mountain Big Band on Sunday nights. The ensemble performs at 7pm. The 17-piece jazz orchestra celebrates the music of Duke Ellington, Count Basie and more, with original arrangements and music of all genres from the 1900s to today. Check them out on Facebook for performance announcements.
Acoustic Wednesdays start at 8pm and weekend bands are on at 9pm. Head downtown for some great live music or stop in to support your local Eagles any night of the week. •