For more than a decade, Music in the Mountains has been Montana’s finest free outdoor concert series, featuring the best up-and-coming touring musicians in the country as well as established, well-known artists. Our state-of-the-art venue (Center Stage at Len Hill Park) provides the perfect backdrop for locals and visitors to come together and enjoy incredible live music under the Big Sky. These family-friendly concerts are held every Thursday from late June – early September starting at 6 pm including our annual July 4th concert and special Metal in the Mountains concert.

JULY 3 - Yarn’s ability to persevere ought to come as no great surprise, especially for a band that spent two years honing their chops during a Monday night residency at the famed Kenny’s Castaway in New York’s Greenwich Village. In effect, it allowed them to rehearse onstage, mostly in front of audiences that often ranged in size from five to a hundred people on any given night. Five studio albums followed — Yarn (2007), Empty Pockets (2008), Come On In (2010), Almost Home (2012), and Shine the Light On (2013). The band then took to the road, playing upwards of 170 shows a year and sharing stages with such superstars as Dwight Yoakam, Charlie Daniels, Marty Stuart, Allison Krauss, Leon Russell, Jim Lauderdale, and The Lumineers, eventually surpassing 1,000 shows, half a million miles, and performances in nearly every state.

JULY 10 -moe. is a brotherhood, featuring bassist Rob Derhak, guitarist/vocalist Al Schnier, guitarist/vocalist Chuck Garvey, drummer Vinnie Amico, percussionist/vibraphonist Jim Loughlin, and keyboardist Nate Wilson. The six-piece band came up in the primordial pouch of the early jam band scene, alongside Blues Traveler, Spin Doctors, Widespread Panic, and Phish.

JULY 17 - The Brothers Comatose ]Hailing from San Francisco, The Brothers Comatose are a roots-infused bluegrass band known for their infectious blend of Americana, folk, and traditional bluegrass. Founded in 2008 by brothers Ben and Alex Morrison, the group quickly carved out a reputation for their high-energy performances, heartfelt songwriting, and virtuosic musicianship. At the heart of their sound are tight harmonies, hard-hitting rhythms, and a foot-stomping, back-porch spirit that brings audiences to life.

JULY 24 - CRACKER  For over 25 years, Cracker has carved out a sound all their own — a rebellious blend of alt-rock, Americana, roots, and jam that defies easy categorization. Formed by David Lowery (also known for his work with Camper Van Beethoven) and Johnny Hickman, the band built its name on radio-dominating hits like “Low,” “Teen Angst (What the World Needs Now),” “Euro-Trash Girl,” and “Get Off This.” Their sound is equal parts razor-sharp lyricism, gritty guitar work, and groove-laden improvisation, making them a staple of the 1990s alternative wave and beyond.

JULY 31 - The JAMIE McLEAN BAND The Jamie McLean Band stirs together a rich musical gumbo of New Orleans soul, Delta blues, Americana roots, and a dose of New York City swagger. With a magnetic live presence and world-class musicianship, they’ve become a force on stages across the globe. Frontman Jamie McLean’s blazing guitar work has earned him spots alongside icons like Derek Trucks, Gregg Allman, Dr. John, and Aaron Neville, while his smooth, soul-drenched vocals bring emotional depth to every song

Check out the Big Sky Arts advertisement on page 31 for a list of other events in July as well as their Augusts concerts, or go to www.bigskyarts.org for more information.   v

Know Before You Go!
The park opens at 6 pm each week, and music starts between 6:30 pm and 7 pm.
A variety of food and beverage vendors/trucks begin serving at 6pm each week.
Portable toilets and water bottle refilling stations are on site. Please use them.

NO PETS ARE ALLOWED IN THE PARK.
(dogs, horses, snakes, etc. including Emotional Support Animals)
NO GLASS CONTAINERS ARE ALLOWED IN THE PARK.
TOBACCO USE IS PROHIBITED IN THE CONCERT AREA.