Mike Brown Group

THE TAYLOR PARTY: THE TS DANCE PARTY (21+)
2025-05-30 21:00 UTC | Knitting Factory, 416 S 9th St, Boise, Idaho, 83702
THE TAYLOR PARTY: THE TS DANCE PARTY (21+)
Knitting Factory – Boise
416 S. 9th St. – Boise, ID 83702
Fri
May 30
9:00 pm
(Doors: 8:00 pm)
21 and up

Beats Antique
2025-05-31 20:00 | Knitting Factory, 416 S 9th St, Boise, Idaho, 83702
Beats Antique

Growing like wildfire under the canopy of live electronica and experimental world fusion music, the acclaimed musical trio Beats Antique consists of David Satori – production, live instrumentation, Tommy Cappel – production, percussion, and Zoe Jakes – dance, choreography. Forming in 2006, the group now headlines various music festivals across the country including Coachella, Lollapalooza, and Electric Forest. With a stage performance containing more sensory indulgences than the most lavish genie’s lair, Beats Antique will indulge their fans to a raw, animalistic musical event that blurs the lines between the provocative, the spiritual, and the artistic while still maintaining allegiance to the muses of class and beauty. Their ability to blur the line between artist and audience even before the curtain rises creates a total escape both through live performance and the album experience that leaves critics and fans reeling alike.

An Evening with Goose
2025-06-01 18:30 | Idaho Botanical Garden, 2355 N Old Penitentiary Rd, Boise, Idaho, 83712
Outlaw Field at Idaho Botanical Garden
An Evening with Goose

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Date
June 1, 2025

Event Starts
6:30 PM

Venue
Outlaw Field at Idaho Botanical Garden

Doors Open
5:00 PM

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An Evening with Goose
Sunday, June 1, 2025
at Outlaw Field at Idaho Botanical Garden
General Admission Tickets On Sale Starting Friday, January 31, 2025 at 10:00 AM MST

Lords Of Acid - "Praise The Lords" US Tour 2025
2025-06-01 19:00 | Treefort Music Hall, 722 W. Broad Street, Boise, ID, 83702, United States
Their live shows are notorious for their energy, boundary-pushing visuals, and relentless dance grooves. This tour marks a monumental chapter in the band’s long standing legacy and a new chapter as former Butcher Babies singer CARLA HARVEY joins the band.

Little Miss Nasty
Little Miss Nasty is widely recognized as the global icons of dark performance art and burlesque inspired dance. They blend elements of metal, goth, EDM, industrial and hip-hop with provocative choreography, big theatrical production, bold and sensual visuals, and a fierce, empowered attitude. Little Miss Nasty also released their debut album Weapon Of Choice last year and continues to release critically acclaimed original songs.

SLEEP THEORY - THE AFTERGLOW TOUR
2025-06-03 19:30 | Knitting Factory, 416 S 9th St, Boise, Idaho, 83702
Sleep Theory

Sleep Theory delivers the dynamic, heavy bounce and massive vocal hooks that the rock world desperately needs. Cullen Moore is a powerhouse singer who outmatches nearly all his peers, recalling the most classic and timeless pop, R&B, and rock n’ roll vocalists of the last several decades.
In less than two years, they became the fifth most-played artist on Active Rock radio, with three songs on the year-end rock charts on YouTube and Amazon. “Fallout” was the ninth most-played song on Active Rock in 2024. Jelly Roll and David Draiman sing the band’s praises. Shinedown, Falling In Reverse, Beartooth, Nothing More, Wage War, Set It Off, and Daughtry have taken them on tour.
On Afterglow, Sleep Theory’s full-length debut, and the Paper Hearts EP, the band’s rich, emotional sound combines anthemic heavy rock like Linkin Park and Bring Me The Horizon with pop and R&B, equally adept at breakdowns and ballads. Amazon Music, Loudwire, and Revolver named them an Artist To Watch in 2025. Revolver rightly declared, “The band’s exciting mix of metalcore, pop, and R&B … has positioned Sleep Theory as one of heavy music’s biggest breakouts.”
Sleep Theory pushes themselves creatively at every turn, catapulting the genre to new sonic heights.

Ivan Cornejo
2025-06-05 19:00 | Ford Idaho Center
Ivan Cornejo
Mirada Tour

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Date
June 5, 2025

Event Starts
7:00 PM

Doors Open
One hour prior to event

Ticket Prices
$37+

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The Prince of Egypt
2025-06-05 19:30, 2025-06-06 19:30, 2025-06-07 13:30, 2025-06-07 19:30 | Nampa Civic Center, 311 3rd Street South, Nampa, Idaho, 83651
The Prince of Egypt

Show Dates / Times
Thursday June 5 | 7:30PM
Friday June 6 | 7:30PM
Saturday June 7 | 1:30PM & 7:30PM

Big Al's Live on the Patio!
2025-06-06 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-06-07 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-06-13 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-06-14 19:00 - 22:00 | Big Al’s, 1900 N Eagle Rd, Meridian, Idaho
Big Al’s Live on the Patio!
Fridays & Saturdays June 6th to September 6th from 7:00PM – 10:00PM

From June 7th to September 6th, Join us at Big Al’s Patio for live music every Friday and Saturday starting at 7:00PM!
Click HERE to see our lineup of incredible bands and learn more about the performers you’ll be rocking out with all season long.
This event takes place on Big Al’s Patio, located around the corner from the main entrance, beside Chip Cookies (across from Carhartt and Purple).
Make sure to join us for Line Dancing before the band gets started with a lesson by the pros from Dirt Road Dancing, Fridays from 6PM-7PM. Click here for more details!
Performance Dates:
June: 6th, 7th, 13th, 14th, 20th, 21st, 27th, 28th
July: 4th, 5th, 11th, 12th, 18th, 19th, 25th, 26th
August: 1st, 2nd, 8th, 9th, 15th, 16th, 22nd, 23rd, 29th, 30th
September: 5th, 6th

Odd Mob
2025-06-06 20:00 | Treefort Music Hall, 722 W. Broad Street, Boise, ID, 83702, United States
For Brisbane based Harry Hope, better known as Odd Mob, there are no limits in sight as he goes from strength to strength. Developing a flair for identifying unique sounds, he has become known for his ability to diversify across genres, emphasising the unconventional.
2024 was another landmark year for Odd Mob, with highlights including a massive sold out headline show at the Hollywood Palladium LA, two performances at Tomorrowland, EDC Las Vegas, Parookaville, and supporting Swedish House Mafia at Ushuaia in Ibiza as part of his first ever European Tour. Since this huge run of shows, his most recent collaboration is an official rework of the 2003 global hit ‘Get Busy’ with Sean Paul and has already surpassed 36 million streams, The collaboration also reached #3 on the Beatport Top 100; spending 9 weeks in the top 10 with an on going #1 chart in the Bass House chart, where it currently remains.
2025 is showing no sign of slowing down with back-to-back North American tours, his own branded Headline shows, newly announced Las Vegas residency at Wynn and festival appearances around the world, Odd Mob continues his meteoric rise as one of the most unique leaders in global electronic music.

Mayhem Ball
2025-06-07 19:00 | Treefort Music Hall, 722 W. Broad Street, Boise, ID, 83702, United States
AN ALL-NIGHT EXTRAVAGANZA PRESENTED TO YOU BY COOKIE PARTY AND FRIENDS.

THE NU-METAL PARTY
2025-06-07 20:30 | Knitting Factory, 416 S 9th St, Boise, Idaho, 83702
THE NU-METAL PARTY
9th St. Parallel at Knitting Factory
416 S 9th St – Boise, ID 83702
Sat June 7 8:30 pm (Doors: 8:00 pm)
21 and up
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Ozomatli w/ Lobo Lara
2025-06-08 19:00 | Treefort Music Hall, 722 W. Broad Street, Boise, ID, 83702, United States
If the city of Los Angeles had a soundtrack, it would be Ozomatli. Since their formation in 1995,
the six-piece, multi-genre band has been a cultural force, blending Latin, hip-hop, funk, reggae,
and global influences into an unmistakable sound that embodies the energy and diversity of LA.
In 2025, Ozomatli celebrates an incredible milestone: 30 years of bringing their dynamic, genre-
defying music to audiences around the world.
Emerging from the politically charged streets of Los Angeles, Ozomatli’s origins are steeped in
activism and a desire to unite communities through music. This ethos has carried the band across
three decades, earning them a dedicated global following and accolades that include three
GRAMMY® Awards, four iconic performances at the Hollywood Bowl, a TED Talk, and
countless sold-out shows worldwide. From high-profile TV appearances on The Today Show,
Jimmy Kimmel Live, and Austin City Limits to groundbreaking tours in places like Burma and
Mongolia, Ozomatli’s music and message transcend borders, languages, and cultures.
The ensemble’s six founding members—Asdru Sierra (vocals, trumpet), Raul Pacheco (vocals,
guitars), Uli Bella (saxophone, vocals), Wil-Dog Abers (bass), Jiro Yamaguchi (percussion), and
Justin Poree (vocals, percussion)—have remained true to their mantra: “We take you around the
world through the heartbeat of Los Angeles.” Their music is a vibrant collision of styles, drawing
from salsa, dancehall, cumbia, samba, funk, merengue, New Orleans second line, Jamaican
ragga, and Indian raga. This eclecticism is at the heart of their sound, resonating with audiences
of all ages and backgrounds.
Ozomatli’s legacy extends far beyond their music. Known for their tireless community
involvement, the band has used their platform to amplify causes that matter, from immigrant
rights to education and beyond. Their ability to combine socially conscious lyrics with infectious
grooves has made them a beacon of unity and resilience, a band that celebrates life while
addressing the struggles that connect us all.
Their 30th anniversary is not just a celebration of longevity but also a testament to their enduring
relevance and innovation. With a career that began with their groundbreaking 1998 self-titled
debut, they continue to evolve and inspire. Whether performing new material or beloved classics,
Ozomatli’s live shows remain a jubilant experience, igniting dance floors and uniting
communities.
As they embark on their fourth decade, Ozomatli stands as a symbol of Los Angeles ’past,
present, and future—a band whose music is as multifaceted and vibrant as the city they call
home. Here’s to 30 years of Ozomatli, and the many more adventures yet to come

Lobo Lara
Lobo Lara invites you to a world filled with latin vibes and Cumbia rhythms with a new twist. With the release of his first album “Immigrants” featuring the single “PALETAS.” This single landed him a deal with Americano Label based out of Texas and a remix with Principe Q, son of A.B from the Kumbia Kings and nephew of Legendary Selena Quintanilla. Raised and rooted in Boise, Idaho, this latino artist/ producer spends his time cutting, pasting, sampling and composing world rhythms. His unique style is a collection of sounds that have impacted him throughout his life, using sounds from CUMBIA. I want the people to feel proud and not ashamed that we come from different cultures. Culture is something special that we get to pass on and I think doing it with my music is a perfect way to connect at another level, a level where racism doesn’t exist. Every day I see people choosing sides and we keep dividing each other, with these repercussions I push myself to release music that promotes UNITY.

Avi Kaplan - Move Our Souls
2025-06-08 20:00 | Knitting Factory, 416 S 9th St, Boise, Idaho, 83702
Avi Kaplan

By the time Avi Kaplan launched his solo career with 2017’s Sage and Stone, he’d already built an audience that stretched across the globe, racking up three GRAMMY Awards as a member of the platinum-selling vocal group, Pentatonix. As the group’s profile continued to climb though, Avi knew he needed to return to his own artistic foundation — to the organic roots, country and soul music that had provided the soundtrack to his upbringing in rural California.
Now, following 2020’s well-received EP, I’ll Get By and 2022’s highly acclaimed LP, Floating On A Dream (produced by Shooter Jennings), Avi is set to release Feel Alright, a new 5-track EP on Fantasy Records that further showcases his extraordinary artistic ability. Produced by Kaplan along with Reid Leslie (Devon Gilfillian), Feel Alright blends modern sounds with classic influences into something inventive, fresh and wholly original.
The new music is the start of a busy 2024 for the celebrated singer-songwriter. Between mid-May and mid-June, Avi will visit 16 cities on a tour across the U.S., with confirmed dates in the UK and Europe set for September.

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Guthrie Brown

Guthrie Brown a Nashville transplant by way of “old Montana” began playing the guitar at age six. By the age of seventeen, he journeyed to Nashville to pursue the dream of being a professional songwriter, recording & performing artist.
After settling in Music City, he recorded and produced his first self-titled EP, which got the attention of Nashville’s premiere independent radio station, WRLT Lightning 100. Capitalizing on the initial success of his debut EP, Guthrie recorded and released his second EP “Spirit of the Elk” with producer Stuart Mathis (The Wallflowers, Lucinda Williams). Following his second release, he recruited his longtime friends and musicians John Ogelby (drums), Will Honaker (bass, keys) and John McNally (guitar) to join the band. Their musical pairing has since been compared to something as strong and pure as Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers.
Since the release of “Spirit of the Elk”, Guthrie and his band of brothers, have continued their regiment of non-stop touring including coveted spots opening for Jonny Lang, Willie Nelson, Robert Randolf, and Bears Den and festivals such as Gasparilla, and CMJ Fest, just to name a few.
In the summer of 2016, Guthrie signed his first publishing deal with BMG. He will spend the second half of the year touring and recording with multi Grammy Award winning producer, Jacquire King (Kings of Leon, Norah Jones, Tom waits, Moon Taxi, Of Monsters and Men, James Bay).

NEIGHBORHOOD CONCERT SERIES At Sunset Park
2025-06-11 17:00 | Sunset Park, 2625 N 32nd St, Boise
Get ready for another summer packed with free summer concerts in the parks. We are entering the 5th year of the Neighborhood Concert Series, where we have partnered with Lost Grove Brewing, St. Luke’s Health Plan, and the City of Boise Arts & History Department to bring live music to neighborhoods around Boise.
With music from Andrew Sheppard Band, Peg Leg Annies, and The Moody Jews of Boise.

Bi-Mart Country Bash
2025-06-12 18:00 | Ford Idaho Center
Bi-Mart Bash
presented by Kissin 92.3
Starring Scotty McCreery
with Matt Stell, HunterGirl, and Chase Wright
June 12, 2025
Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater

Trevor Hall - The Monsoon Nights Tour with Fruit Bats (Solo)
2025-06-12 20:00 | Knitting Factory, 416 S 9th St, Boise, Idaho, 83702
Trevor Hall

Raised on an island in South Carolina, singer/songwriter Trevor Hall realized at a young age that music was more than just a passion – it was, rather, his life’s art. At sixteen, he recorded his first album, soon after which he left South Carolina for Idyllwild Arts Academy in California. There he studied classical guitar and was also introduced to the practices of yoga and meditation, which would greatly influence his life and his music.
Hall’s music, a blend of roots and folk music with hints of inspiration from India, has led him to a series of sold-out tours and collaborations with artists such as Steel Pulse, The Wailers, Jimmy Cliff, Matisyahu, Michael Franti, Xavier Rudd and Nahko & Medicine for the People.
Trevor Hall’s Chapter of the Forest (2014) and KALA (2015), debuted at #3 and #2 on the iTunes singer/songwriter chart respectively. He is currently touring around the U.S., Canada, and Europe. While on tour, Hall collects donations to support children’s education in India.
Hall’s latest album, The Fruitful Darkness, became the #1 Kickstarter Music campaign of 2017 (#30 of all time out of 53,000 Music projects). Releasing in 3- song installments (quarterly) on specific lunar ☾ dates, culminating in a 15-song deluxe edition release, June 1st 2018.

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OVERTIME - The Long Way Home Tour w/KRIZZ KALIKO
2025-06-13 20:00 | Knitting Factory, 416 S 9th St, Boise, Idaho, 83702
OVERTIME: The Long Way Home Tour w/KRIZZ KALIKO
Knitting Factory – Boise
416 S. 9th St. – Boise, ID 83702
FriJune 138:00 pm(Doors: 7:00 pm)
All Ages
$32.86 – $118.86Buy Tickets

DELAYED DELIVERY: There is a ticket delivery delay in place for this event. Tickets will be emailed 48 hours prior to the event.
Independent music powerhouse Overtime embarks on The Long Way Home Tour, set to kick off in support of his upcoming album of the same name. Backed by The Blue Collar Soldiers Band, Overtime will bring his signature blend of country, rock, and rap to cities across the U.S., offering fans a raw and high-energy live experience.
Joining Overtime as a special guest is the legendary Krizz Kaliko, whose versatile sound and captivating stage presence have earned him a loyal following worldwide.
The tour also features performances from a strong supporting cast: Brandon Jordan accompanied by guitarist Scott Bartlett of Saving Abel, Big Murph, DurtE, Chandler P, and Exigh — each contributing their own unique sound to an unforgettable lineup.
The Long Way Home album and tour represent the perseverance, passion, and grit it takes to survive and thrive as a modern independent artist. It’s more than a show — it’s a tribute to the long road that leads home.
General Admission:
This ticket type gives you access to the concert via General Admission only. All sales are final and non-refundable unless the event is cancelled.

Meet &Greet (General Admission Included):

This ticket type gives you access to the VIP Meet and Greet with both Overtime and Krizz Kaliko which will take place 1 hour prior to when General Admission is scheduled for the event. You will be given a VIP Badge, Autographed Poster signed by each touring artist, photos with Overtime and Krizz Kaliko, Autographs and anything they decide to do from night to night. This will be a “hangout style” Meet and Greet and will last from 30-45 minutes to sometimes an hour. The number of VIP Meet and Greets sold are limited to allow for adequate 1 on 1 time with the Artist. All sales are final and non-refundable unless the event is cancelled.
Tickets and VIP Meet & Greet packages are available at www.OvertimeMusic.com

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Overtime

Overtime is an RIAA Certified Gold recording artist from Montana, celebrated for his unique fusion of country, rock, and rap. Known for his blue-collar persona and unyielding independence, Overtime has forged a path in the music industry with a style that reflects his rugged Montana upbringing and diverse musical influences. Overtime’s music is a reflection of his life experiences in God’s Country. His sound blends the grit of hip-hop with the soul of country and the energy of rock. Over the years, Overtime has amassed a dedicated fan base through his hit songs, including “Hunger In My Stomach,” “Divided We Fall,” and “Next To Me.” With multiple Billboard-charting albums and 27 independently headlined U.S. tours under his belt, Overtime is a trailblazer who has achieved success on his terms.

Krizz Kaliko

Brought up on church-taught gospel music, Krizz Kaliko is Strange Music’s Swiss army knife, integrating his innate soulfulness into a bevy of styles from hip-hop to metal and everything in between. Strange Music’s trademark genre-bending would not be possible without Krizz’s arsenal of catchy hooks and colorful guest features. Krizz’s standalone music is just as impactful as his famous features, often with a message to match his stellar delivery. This is especially true of Krizz’s 2016 album Go, which addresses his battles with depression and bipolar disorder. Whether it be his animated radio single “Talk Up On It” or his much darker fan-favorite “Anxiety,” fans know there is a Krizz track for any mood, any time. It is this incredibly vast skillset that has made Krizz a fundamental Strange Music veteran.

Kai Wachi, PROSECUTE, Doctor Chubs
2025-06-14 20:00 | Knitting Factory, 416 S 9th St, Boise, Idaho, 83702
Kai Wachi

Kai Wachi has been a dominant force in bass music since his debut. His thrilling productions continue to break new ground as the Boise creative has become accustomed to bridging different styles for dynamic hybrid works. Although he has been highly acclaimed for extraordinary sound design and his hip-hop signatures, his emotionally driven musical sensibilities are where he truly stands above the rest.
Over the years Kai has established himself as one of the industry’s most promising producers with support from the likes of Excision, NGHTMRE and many more. Records including his debut album, DEMIGOD, which includes collaborations with Famous Dex, Sullivan King, Grabbitz and more, have been particularly integral to his more recent growth, as they’ve mesmerized fellow artists, fans and curators at both Apple and Spotify. He’s also collaborated with the likes of Dylan Matthew, PhaseOne and Apashe, as well as done official remixes for Excision, Tech N9ne, BTSM and Svdden Death.
Kai has been hailed as an MVP at festivals including Lost Lands, EDC Las Vegas, Paradiso and Wobbleland, as well as become a mainstay on Kannibalen Records while touring alongside Black Tiger Sex Machine numerous times. With one of the best independent labels and booking agencies at his back, there is no limit to Kai Wachi’s success in the future where he will continue to advance electronic music forward.

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Drive-By Truckers, Deer Tick w/ Thelma and the Sleaze
2025-06-16 18:00 | Treefort Music Hall, 722 W. Broad Street, Boise, ID, 83702, United States
Since their inception in 1996, Drive-By Truckers have carved out a unique niche in the music scene with their raw, unflinching storytelling, heavy-hitting guitar riffs, and blend of Alternative and Southern rock. Founded by Patterson Hood and Mike Cooley, Drive-By Truckers have released 14 studio albums and played more than 2,500 shows in the last three decades. Notable members include long-time drummer Brad Morgan and current members Jay Gonzalez and Matt Patton, who have helped define the band’s evolving sound. The band’s work has often reflected the state of American society, particularly through their celebrated trilogy of albums: American Band (ATO, 2016), The Unraveling (ATO, 2020), and The New OK (ATO, 2020). This series marked a bold foray into politically charged and topical songwriting, earning acclaim for its insightful commentary and fearless expression.
In 2022, they released Welcome 2 Club XIII (ATO), an introspective look back at their early days, juxtaposed with the realities of adult life and parenting. This album highlights the band’s continued ability to blend personal reflection with broader societal observations. In July 2024, the band released the deluxe edition of their influential third studio album, Southern Rock Opera. Alongside the reissue, the band has been touring across North America on their “Southern Rock Opera Revisited 2024 Tour”, featuring a full performance of the album that solidified their legacy in the annals of rock history. As they continue to push boundaries and explore new musical territories, Drive-By Truckers remain a vital and dynamic force in the rock genre, celebrated for their powerful narratives and unwavering dedication to their craft.

Deer Tick
Emotional Contracts, the latest full-length album from Deer Tick, catalogs all the existential casualties that accompany the passing of time, instilling each song with the irresistibly reckless spirit that’s defined the band for nearly two decades. Before heading into the studio with producer Dave Fridmann (The Flaming Lips, Spoon, Sleater-Kinney), the Providence-bred four-piece spent months working on demos in a perpetually flooded warehouse space in their hometown, enduring the busted heating system and massive holes in the roof as they carved out the album’s 10 raggedly eloquent tracks. Emotional Contracts fully echoes the unruly energy of its creation, ultimately making for a heavy-hearted yet wildly life-affirming portrait of growing older without losing heart.
Deer Tick’s first new body of work since 2017’s simultaneously released Deer Tick Vol. 1 and Deer Tick Vol. 2, Emotional Contracts is their most collaborative to date, and sees all four members operating at their peak songcraft powers. The album came to life over an unusually lengthy period of time for the band, with each track based in playing around together and connected in the almost telepathic way that’s only possible after nearly 20 years. Well-rehearsed and overly prepared, Deer Tick embraced a decidedly more free-and-easy approach to the recording process at Fridmann’s Tarbox Road Studios in Western New York. “We’ve had a habit of trying to maintain a strict control over everything in the studio, but this time we wanted to see what it would feel like to let go a bit,” says singer/guitarist John McCauley, whose bandmates include guitarist Ian O’Neil, drummer Dennis Ryan, and bassist Christopher Ryan. “We figured that the songs were strong enough to stand on their own two feet, so whatever we put them through would just make them stronger and take us in some new directions.” Dennis adds, “The fact that we’d spent so much time with these songs allowed us to be really free once we got into the studio. No one was overthinking anything, and because of that the album sounds like us in a way that we’d never captured to this extent before.” Featuring guest musicians like Steve Berlin of Los Lobos–and background vocals from singer/songwriters like Courtney Marie Andrews, Vanessa Carlton (who is also McCauley’s wife), Kam Franklin, Angela Miller, and Sheree Smith–Deer Tick’s ATO Records debut adds an even greater vitality to their feverish collection of timeless rock-and-roll.
Mostly recorded live–and honed down from nearly 20 songs to a concise, thoughtfully curated ten–Emotional Contracts brings its combustible but sharply crafted sound to an often-pensive look inward. “A lot of these songs are about standing at a certain point in your life and reflecting on what’s transpired so far, reckoning with the past but looking ahead with a pragmatic hope for the future,” says Chris. Opening on a blistering burst of guitar, Emotional Contracts begins that reflection with “If I Try To Leave”–the first-ever co-write between McCauley and O’Neil. “Most of us have families now, and that song came from imagining how lost and aimless I’d feel if I just walked away from everything,” says McCauley. “It’s about how much I need that grounding force of family in my life.” “If I Try To Leave,” partly inspired by the warmth and grit of Keith Richards’s solo records, builds a sublimely bombastic backdrop to the song’s lucid self-revelation (“Some animals survive/But I only play dead/If I were to leave/From my own beloved”), and illuminates Deer Tick’s undeniable gift for twisting melancholy into something glorious.

Next, on “Forgiving Ties,” O’Neil takes the lead for an anguished yet exuberant track that finds McCauley chiming in to play the part of his jittery inner voice–lending another layer of lived-in pathos to the song’s punchy introspection (“All of my confidence/It had a warrant/Knocked on the door/And split open my mind”). “As you get older, you end up having to come to terms with traumas from your past while also dealing with the weight of certain responsibilities that you maybe didn’t have when you were younger,” says O’Neil. “That’s especially true of raising a family, but it also applies to how this band has become more and more precious to us the longer it goes on.” Featuring the spirited trumpet work of Fridmann’s son Jon (who also played flute, French horn, glockenspiel, marimba, and trombone across various songs), “Forgiving Ties” bounces along on a brightly frenetic cascade of rhythms achieved through a mid-session free-for-all. “We had a little party where we all went crazy with a bunch of different percussion items, like cowbell and a whole other litany of things,” O’Neil recalls. “It’s a dance song that’s completely authentic to who we are as a band,” adds Dennis.
As revealed throughout Emotional Contracts, that unbridled authenticity stems from Deer Tick’s staying faithful to their instincts while tapping into the ineffable power of their easy camaraderie. On “Once In A Lifetime,” the band shares a gorgeously sprawling and soul-soothing track born from a spontaneously composed accordion part brought in by McCauley. “I recorded a voice memo of me fooling around with this accordion the very first day I bought it years ago, combined that with another riff, and then we all made a jam out of it,” he says. “It turned into a song about how when you see an opportunity you need to take it, because time is always running out.” Meanwhile, on “Running From Love,” Deer Tick deliver a sweetly confessional, ’70s-R&B-inspired slow-burner that first came to Dennis in a dream. “I dreamed that the band was performing at Roger Williams Park in Providence and we were all singing this song a cappella, with the whole crowd singing along,” he says. “I woke up and sang it into my phone while I was rocking the baby, and then brought it to the band later on. It’s funny because at first I didn’t really take the song seriously, but with the help of my friends we ended up bringing it to life.”
After the one-two punch of “My Ship” (a lovely reverie co-written by McCauley and The Rugburns’ Steve Poltz) and “A Light Can Go Out In The Heart” (a particularly wistful track from O’Neil), Emotional Contracts closes out with the all-enveloping catharsis of “The Real Thing.” Another product of their deliberately free-flowing process, the nine-minute-long epic emerged from a jam at their rain-battered rehearsal space. “At first I had an idea for a song called ‘The Last Book on the Shelf,’ which I ended up using as a title for a song about all the creepy book-banning happening lately,” McCauley notes. “‘The Real Thing’ became about living with depression, which has been part of my existence since I was a kid, and how it takes even more work to keep your head above water as you get older.” As the song drifts from brooding urgency to dreamlike grandeur, Deer Tick intensify its captivating impact with an ever-shifting tapestry of sonic details (moody strings, reverbed snare, lush flute melodies, intermittently muted vocals). “Dave had me go through that song about five times and create different types of feedback for an hour straight,” O’Neil points out. “It’s a good example of how great he is at piecing together different elements and keeping even a very long song like that exciting all the way through. When I look back on our other records I can remember some incredibly frustrating moments where you’re working on a solo for six hours or something, but there really was nothing frustrating about making this album.”
Founded by McCauley in 2004, with the lineup solidified in 2009, Deer Tick partly attribute their unfaltering chemistry to a shared sense of humor. To that end, the album takes its title from an inside joke regarding potential aliases for the band. “We were saying that if we had to play a secret show under a fake name, we could be The Hitmen and dress in pinstripe suits like Prohibition-era gangsters. Then we decided, ‘Let’s just release an album as The Hitmen—we’ll call it Emotional Contracts, like contract-killing on an emotional level,” says McCauley. “But the title connects here with each song somehow–every song is about a deal you’ve made with yourself at some level.” But as a phenomenally rowdy live act who once averaged 250 shows a year, Deer Tick mainly credit their deep-rooted connection to a mutual love for the unpredictability of the musical impulse. “I feel very lucky that we all ran into each other at some point pretty early on in our lives,” says McCauley. “From the start, I just wanted to find other musicians that would somehow all stick together, which definitely isn’t easy. But we all have a real fascination with music, and that desire to never limit ourselves or repeat ourselves is something that we all very much continue to share.”

Thelma and the Sleaze
Thelma and The Sleaze is an all female, queer, southern-rock and roll band. Established in 2010 by lead singer and guitarist LG in Nashville, TN. Has opened for Eagles Of Death Metal, Charles Bradley, Brittany Howard, Shovels & Rope, Sarah Shook & the Disarmers, Habibi, The Coathangers

Earth, Wind & Fire
2025-06-17 19:00 | ExtraMile Arena, 1401 Bronco Lane, Boise, Idaho, 83706
Outlaw Field at Idaho Botanical Garden
Earth, Wind & Fire

Peter Frampton - Let’s Do It Again Tour
2025-06-17 19:30 | Idaho Central Arena, 233 S Capitol Blvd, Boise, Idaho, 83702
Artist Presale: Wednesday, February 12 – Thursday, February 13
Spotify Presale: Thursday, February 13
Venue Presale: Thursday, February 13
Public On Sale: Friday, February 14
*reminder we are a clear bag venue, please plan accordingly*

February 11, 2025—Today, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee and Grammy Award-winning guitarist, Peter Frampton, unveils a slew of additional shows ahead of the “Let’s Do It Again!” tour set for this spring. The newly confirmed dates include Bend, Oregon’s Hayden Homes Amphitheater, Boise, Idaho’s Idaho Central Arena (June 17, 2025), Las Vegas, Nevada’s The Pearl and more.
Tickets for the new dates will be available at 10 A.M. local time on Friday, February 14 at peterframpton.com. See below for the complete tour itinerary.
Kicking off next month, the first leg of Frampton’s “Let’s Do It Again!” tour includes stops at Chicago’s Chicago Theatre, Milwaukee’s Riverside Theater, Port Chester’s Capitol Theatre and more.
Upon confirming the tour last month, Frampton shared, “I am so thrilled to be able to come out and play again for you, it’s been a spectacular year, looking forward to seeing everyone soon.”
The upcoming performances arrive on the heels of a landmark 2024 for the musician, who, in addition to being inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, played concerts to rave reviews at venues across the U.S. Frampton’s “Never Say Never,” “Never EVER Say Never” and subsequent “Positively Thankful” tours were unexpected by fans after the legendary musician shared his diagnosis of the degenerative disease inclusion-body myositis.
“…the veteran singer-songwriter is finally getting his due on many levels.”—Ultimate Classic Rock
“Frampton’s musical journey is a testament to his unparalleled talent and versatility, and last night its culmination was on full display.”—Relix
“Despite the medical setbacks he’s faced in recent years, it’s obvious that Frampton still has a lot of fight left in him and that he’s not ready to hang up his guitar just yet.”—Creative Loafing
“[Frampton] and his four-piece backing band were subject to adulation (and standing ovations) the whole night. No one in the room let up.”—Cleveland Plain Dealer
“It was a performance that left no soul untouched.”—Grateful Web
“Iconic Brit shows us the way to keep playing with grace, humor, and some damn fine music.”—Santa Barbara Independent
Peter Frampton is one of the most celebrated artists and guitarists in rock history. In 2007, Frampton won a Grammy for Best Pop Instrumental Album for Fingerprints and in 2014 was inducted into the Musicians Hall of Fame. He received the prestigious Les Paul Innovation Award at NAMM’s TEC Awards in 2019 and most recently received the 2024 Les Paul Spirit Award at the Gibson Garage Nashville. Last fall, the iconic guitarist was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland.
In 2020, Frampton was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame, his autobiography, Do You Feel Like I Do?: A Memoir, debuted on The New York Times Bestsellers list and he appeared on Dolly Parton’s latest album, Rockstar, as the only artist featured on two tracks.
In 2023, Frampton unveiled Frampton@50 on Intervention Records, a numbered limited-edition vinyl box set featuring Frampton’s essential 1972-1975 studio releases Wind of Change, Frampton’s Camel and Frampton. He also received The Myositis Association’s Heroes in the Fight 2023 Patient Ambassador Award and unveiled his historic performance at London’s Royal Albert Hall as a live album via UMe—listen here.
After nearly 50 years, Frampton Comes Alive! remains one of the top-selling live records of all time, selling over 17 million worldwide.

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Joseph, Gabrielle Grace
2025-06-17 20:00 | Knitting Factory, 416 S 9th St, Boise, Idaho, 83702
Joseph

Oregon-bred indie pop sister group Joseph first made waves with their widely lauded 2015 debut album I’m Alone, No You’re Not, which featured their hit song “White Flag.” They followed it up with 2019’s Good Luck, Kid, marking a bold departure from the dreamlike folk of their debut and landing them at #4 on the Billboard Heatseekers Chart. The band continued to push their musical boundaries on 2023’s The Sun, imbuing a thrilling new energy into each elegantly sculpted track. Over the years, JOSEPH has attracted the attention of artists such as Billie Eilish and toured with the likes of James Bay, Amos Lee, and The Shins, in addition to taking the stage at major festivals like Coachella, Bonnaroo, Austin City Limits, Glastonbury, and more. With their signature blend of harmony-driven indie pop and bold experimentation, Joseph continues to evolve while staying true to the deeply personal themes that have defined their music. Now a duo, Joseph — Natalie Closner and Meegan Closner — are currently putting the final touches on their next album, with new music coming in Spring of 2025.

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Gabrielle Grace

Gabrielle Grace is a singer and songwriter that writes songs that feel like conversations—sometimes with others, sometimes with herself. A storyteller at heart, her music blends warm indie-folk textures with the rawness of alternative pop, capturing life’s quiet moments and loud emotions with equal weight. Originally from southeast Texas and now based in Nashville, Grace’s songwriting is deeply personal yet universally resonant, shaped by the in-between spaces of growing up, letting go, and learning to stay present. When she made her musical debut in 2021, she released her EP, “We’ll Be Alright,” which climbed the iTunes singer-songwriter charts. Her debut full-length album, There Are Two Sides to Everything (2023), is an exploration of contrast—hope and doubt, longing and contentment, the past and the future—all wrapped in lush melodies and thoughtful lyricism.
She’s been writing, refining, and pushing her sound forward as she is gearing up to release her new EP, “Pink Skies” on June 26th, 2025.

Tylor & the Train Robbers
2025-06-17 21:00 | Ford Idaho Center
Snake River Stampede Amp’d Up After Party
featuring Tylor & the Train Robbers
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater
*Immediately following the rodeo

Alive After 5 - Downtown Boise
2025-06-18 17:00 - 20:00 | The Grove Plaza, 827 W. Main St, Boise, ID, 83702
Alive After 5
2025 Downtown Boise’s 38th Season
Free Summer Concert Series on The Grove Plaza
About Alive After 5
Alive After 5 returns June 2025 to the beautiful Grove Plaza in the heart of Downtown Boise. 2025 marks the 38th anniversary of Downtown Boise producing the free concert series, a celebration of summer and great music that brings a lineup of fun and fresh talent every Wednesday on The Grove Plaza running June through July.
Downtown Boise Foundation is thrilled to continue a partnership with local music booking agency Duck Club to bring new and exciting bands to perform at Alive After 5. A diverse, exciting lineup of musicians – both local openers and national and international headlining touring bands – are coming to the downtown stage this summer.
