The Wow Wows to headline triple pack of bands at IPA
By Ben Olson
Reader Staff
There’s an old adage that goes something like, “If you’re going to be a bear, be a grizzly.” A musical equivalent of that statement would …
By Ben Olson
Reader Staff
There’s an old adage that goes something like, “If you’re going to be a bear, be a grizzly.” A musical equivalent of that statement would …
By Reader Staff
The Festival at Sandpoint announced another act for its 2025 summer concert series: Third Eye Blind will play under the lights on Sunday, July 27.
Since 1997, …
By Reader Staff
Anna Tivel is a name that resonates deeply within the folk and indie music scenes. Hailing from the Pacific Northwest, Tivel has carved out a unique space …
By Reader Staff
Bust out your dancing pants, the 219 Lounge is about to have a party.
The six-piece horn-driven funk band Float Like a Buffalo will play its debut …
By Reader Staff
Some bands are so unique that mere words fail to describe the cacophany of sound they produce. Hillstomp is one of those bands.
The eclectic duo will …
By Reader Staff
Panhandle Community Radio KRFY 88.5 FM is hosting an on-air Community Radio Celebration from Monday, Dec. 9-Sunday, Dec. 15, showcasing the local programs and hosts that make …
By Ben Olson
Reader Staff
Thanksgiving in Sandpoint has become a Shook-ie affair. The hometown stars Laurie and Katelyn Shook will bring Shook Twins back to the Panida for the …
By Ben Olson
Reader Staff
For a 97-year-old, the Panida Theater looks pretty darn good. The historic theater and “living room of Sandpoint” will throw a special birthday party on …
By Ben Olson
Reader Staff
In the early days of rock ’n’ roll, the music was born out of folk, blues and country origins to form a new sound. Bands …
By Ben Olson
Reader Staff
Seattle’s shimmering psych rock quartet General Mojo’s are not strangers to Sandpoint.
The band’s upcoming gig at Eichardt’s Pub at 7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. …
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