Yesterday was quite an adventure with the weather! We started off with a beautiful summer morning that transformed into exciting stormy conditions in the afternoon, complete with small hail. After that wild moment, it settled down for a peaceful early evening. But wait, there’s more! We had some gusty winds followed by heavy raindrops. Ah, the charming unpredictability of mountain weather!
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* Details of these concerts can be changed due to artists/venues’ circumstances.
TUESDAY NIGHT AT LE RÊVE RESTAURANT IN SHERIDAN, WY
Elana Hayden & The Sugar Daddies will be playing at Le Rêve in Sheridan, WY, for a five-course tasting event. Elana Hayden on vocals, Jeff Troxel on guitar, Joe Sullivan on keyboard, and Mike Leslie on bass. $150 per person (tax and gratuity included). For more information and reservations, please contact the restaurant.
Le Rêve
1 East Alger Street, Sheridan, WY
(307) 306-0505
Tuesday, June 17th
Seating times: 6:00 PM, 6:15 PM, or 6:30 PM, Music at 7:00 PM.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT LEVITY IN BILLINGS
Every Wednesday, Levity features Jazz Jam starting at 7:00 p.m. It’s a Jam Session with local jazz musicians. This week the house band – Joe Sullivan on keyboard, Robin Martinez on bass, Lloyd Marsh on drums will be hosting the jam session! There are always familiar faces, but it’s open to anyone who can play. All you need is raw talent and your instrument!
Levity Bar and Bistro
1027 Shiloh Crossing Blvd Suite 8, Billings, MT
(406) 651-5985
Wednesday, June 18th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT SUITE TWO IN MISSOULA
From Loren Stillman!
Haymaker: Suite Two Residency
Join us every other Wednesday at Suite Two in Missoula for an evening of dynamic, exploratory music. Our trio residency has been growing for nearly a year, and the connection deepens each time we play. Come experience something special — a modern musical phenomenon unfolding in real time. Haymaker: Loren Stillman on saxophone & songs, Tommy Sciple on bass, and John Wicks on drums.
Suite Two
1001 S. 4th St. W. Missoula, MT
Wednesday, June 18th, 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Door 7:00 p.m.
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THURSDAY EVENING AT SHANE LALANI CENTER FOR ARTS IN LIVINGSTON
The Summer Outdoor Concert Series by Shane Lalani Center for the Arts will bring Tsunami Funk this Thursday! The summer concert series presents FREE local and regional musicians each Thursday evening from 5-8 PM in June and July. Please come and join Pan Blanco and enjoy their Afro-Cuban/Funk/Salsa sounds!
Shane Lalani Center for the Arts
415 E Lewis St, Livingston, MT
(406) 222-1420
Thursday, June 19th, 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
https://www.theshanecenter.org/summer-outdoor-concert-series
THURSDAY NIGHT AT THE OLD POST IN MISSOULA
Missoula’s most beloved pub The Old Post have live jazz on every Thursday by Chuck Florence on tenor saxophone, David Horgan on guitar, and Beth Lo on bass. If you are around Missoula this Thursday, drop by The Old Post to enjoy the live music with American Bistro pub food and some drinks!
The Old Post
103 W Spruce St. Missoula, MT
(406) 540-4433
Thursday, June 19th, 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
SUNDAY NIGHT AT EAGLES IN BOZEMAN
Sunday night big band fun! Please join The WD40’s Big Band at Bozeman Eagles Club!
The WD40’s perform at The Eagles every other Sunday. No cover. Dancers are welcome!
Bozeman Eagles Club & Ballroom
316 E Main St, Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 587-9996
Sunday, June 22nd, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
SUNDAY NIGHT AT WALKERS GRILL IN BILLINGS
From Alex Nauman!
So excited to be bringing some of my own music to Walkers Grill on June 22nd! This band is gonna be incredible with Parker Brown on bass and Zach Paris on drums! Please mark your calendars, make reservations early, and join us for a great night of friendship & fun. We play 7pm-10pm!
Walkers Grill
2700 1st Ave N, Billings, MT
(406) 245-9291
Sunday, June 22nd, 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
UPCOMING JAZZ & MORE
WED, JUN 25TH AT KIRK’S GROCERY IN BILLINGS
From Alex Nauman & Kirk’s Grocery!
Chelsea Bridge / Merlin Brando / Alex Nauman: Stunt Guitar” / Ryan Rooney
Chicago Brings Magic and More!
Chelsea Bridge are tragic blasted out symphonic pop. Merlin Brando is a Chicago-based MAGICIAN!!!
Billings-based Alex Nauman manipulates the delicate strings of the guitar to astound your ears.
$12 (before 5pm day of), $15 day of. All ages.
Reservations: Venmo/Cash App @kirksgrocery / PayPal Kirksgrocery@gmail.com / Or pay at Kirks’.
Kirks’ Grocery
2920 Minnesota Ave, Billings, MT
(503) 209-2394
Wednesday, June 25th, 8:00 pm. – 10:00 p.m.
https://kirksgrocery.com/
THU, JUN 26TH AT LAST BEST COMEDY IN BOZEMAN
From Alex Platt!
We are beyond thrilled to announce that the amazing Michelle Manzo Cobb will be returning to Bozeman for a concert on June 26th! Backed by The Any Everything (Bob Bowman on bass, myself on drums, and special guest Kellan Moore on piano!), we will be performing a MUSIC ONLY concert at Last Best Comedy! The show will start at 7 PM. After the show, the band will be sticking around to help host a very special Bits & Beats starting at 9 pm, featuring NOW with Annie and Levin! All-in-all, this is going to be a full night of fantastic entertainment. Tickets: $20.
Last Best Comedy
321 E Main, Alley Entrance, Bozeman, MT
(406) 219-3393
Thursday, June 26th, 7:00 p.m. (doors 6:30 p.m.)
https://www.lastbestcomedy.com/events/jazz-night-at-lbc-w-michelle-manzo-cobb
FRI, JUN 27TH AT THE WILSON HOTEL IN BIG SKY
Jazz at The Wilson Hotel in Big Sky!! Come join BOWDOG JAZZ DUO: Bob Bowman on bass & Craig Hall on guitar at the hotel’s cozy lobby, or outside are, on Friday, June 27th, 5-7 PM!
Save the date and come down to The Wilson Hotel to experience their music, and don’t miss the Happy Hour at the hotel bar, too!
The Wilson Hotel
145 Town Center Ave, Big Sky, MT
(406) 995-9000
Friday, June 27th, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
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