Early April sees Wind and the Willows, Charles Ellsworth at Wild Joe*s
Wild Joe*s Coffee Spot in Downtown Bozeman is a great place for a caffeine fix, but it also doubles as a live music venue for local artists and those passing through our not-so-little mountain town. Here’s a look at what’s coming up.
The next Open Mic Night will take place Friday, April 6th from 6–8pm. Come for an evening of music performed by local musicians. Bring your guitar, sitar, zither, poetry, comedy, or theremin and take a turn up at the mic. Show Bozeman what you’re made of! Individual set lengths depend on the number of musicians who want to play. Sign-ups start at 5:30pm — first come, first served. Be sure to bring your friends and support live music in Bozeman! A modest contribution to the kitty will be divided by participating musicians at the end of the night. The more people who come, the more money in the pot. An additional Open Mic Night is set for April 21st from 6–8pm.
Wind and the Willows take the stage Saturday, April 7th with help from Kylie Spence from 6–8pm. Imports from Evergreen, Colorado, Willows’ lead singers Ryen Dalvit and Maren Stubenvoll bring their distinct sound to Montana, a blend of brass, strings, and triple harmonies. The band’s roots lie in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. From writing tunes in caves and atop mountains, to performing in taprooms and other intimate venues, these once upon a time classmates became a songwriting duo finding inspiration in their beautiful surroundings and budding sisterhood. The Wind and the Willows bring a fresh taste of folk to their new home of Bozeman. Come check them out!
Charles Ellsworth performs on Sunday, April 8th from 1–3pm. His music has been accused of being “a triumph for American songwriting,” but Ellsworth prefers the classification of ‘Redneck Dadrock.’ Based out of Brooklyn, his roots run back to the mountains of Arizona where he was born and raised, and while the influence of both places can be heard in Ellsworth’s songs so can the pull of the road which keeps him from ever seeing enough of any place he calls home. Ellsworth’s latest album, Cesaréa, is available now.
Orange Julians, aka Julian DeFelice, stops in on Friday, April 13th from 6–8pm. DeFelice is a solo indie pop performer from Vermont. Hailed as “Vermont’s freshest electro-pop” by Seven Days newspaper, DeFelice recently moved to Montana. He combines pop, nostalgia, and indie rock into an intimate sonic experience. His albums Object and Option are available now.
Neil Filo Beddow is next up on Saturday, April 14th from 6–8pm. He plays original folk rock for the soul, and describes his guitar style as the “West Dakota stutter.” Beddow’s musical influences include Lucinda Williams, Ry Cooder, David Bromberg, Woody Guthrie and Bob Dylan. His lyrically scrambled iambic pentameter can be politically bent, spiritually seeking, tongue-in-cheek humorous with just a twist of serious. He’s released albums Ray of Light and Song & Peace with a band called Filo Productions, as well as a solo outing.
Looking ahead, Marcedes Carroll returns on Friday, April 27th from 6–8pm. The spunky and fun Gallatin Valley local brings a variety of flavor to her live shows, performing tunes ranging from Turnpike Troubadours to Ella Fitzgerald to Led Zeppelin, along with plenty of originals you just have to hear!
Marcedes has been pursuing music since early youth. At the age of 8, singing “My Heart Will Go On” into her parents’ flashlight in a debonair black sequin dress with the camera rolling was just the beginning. In an effort to hone her craft, Marcedes has studied and practiced music using a combination of professional training and self-teaching. She’s worked with local radio program and live music venue Live From the Divide, and has spent a decent amount of time performing with local band Drink Me Pretty. Marcedes is currently pursuing a career as an independent singer/songwriter.
Wild Joe*s Coffee Spot is located at 18 W Main St. in the heart of historic Downtown Bozeman. Learn more about these and other upcoming events at www.wildjoescoffee.com. •
