The Arts Council of Big Sky kicks off its 25th Anniversary Season with the amazing sacred steel sounds of the Slide Brothers , on Thursday, June 26, in Town Center Park.

The Slide Brothers are Calvin Cooke, Chuck Campbell, Darick Campbell and Aubrey Ghent–the greatest living musicians who embody the Sacred Steel tradition.  The joyous music these legendary artists create extends far beyond scared steel to encompass blues, rock and soul all celebrated with a sound that is uniquely their own.

The bandl released their debut studio album on Concord Records in 2013. The album, simply titled Robert Randolph Presents: The Slide Brothers, was catalyzed by Robert Randolph, who has revitalized the sacred steel tradition in the modern era, carrying the style born in The House of God Church more than 80 years ago to mainstream secular success before concert and festival audiences around the world. The album includes 11 tracks and features some of the most dynamic electric slide guitar playing ever recorded. Inspired by Randolph to finally emerge beyond their respected positions within the sacred steel community, the Slide Brothers tackle rock, funk and even the deepest blues with a ferocity that will startle fans of Duane Allman, Derek Trucks and even Muddy Waters.

“Robert Randolph Presents: The Slide Brothers is a musically searing, uplifting collection of 11 songs coated with the unmistakable whine of the steel guitar and monstrous riffs from the collective…an album filled with gems.” Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Click here for a great video of the band performing live on the Artie Lange show and here for a cool promo on the band and its sacred steel roots.

Park opens at 6 p.m., music starts at 7 p.m. Food and beverages from local vendors will be available. Please no glass containers or pets allowed in the park during concerts. Admission is free and suitable for all ages! Plenty of parking!