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
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
The Festival at Sandpoint recently released another lineup announcement with Neon Trees set to play Thursday, July 24, with tickets on sale for $55.50. Member pre-sale tickets …
By Reader Staff
The ’90s will come alive at the Festival at Sandpoint on Saturday, July 26 with three popular bands hitting the main stage: Toad the Wet Sprocket, Semisonic …
By Reader Staff
The Hive is throwing down with a smorgasbord of live music this weekend.
First up, electronic power trio Yak Attack will join forces with funk-driven fusion band …
By Reader Staff
Tickets for An Evening with Jim Messina go on sale Friday, Feb. 21 at 10 a.m. at panida.org. The concert will take place on May 1 at …
By Soncirey Mitchell
Reader Staff
There’s something for fans of every genre at the Winter Carnival’s six days of music. Here’s a run-down of each performance.
Friday, Feb. 14:
John …
By Reader Staff
The Festival at Sandpoint dropped a handful of artist announcements for the 2025 summer concert series, with advance notice that Dispatch, John Butler (with Band), G. Love …
By Reader Staff
Fans of the band Kansas will be treated to classics, such as “Carry On Wayward Son” and “Dust in the Wind” when the legendary group performs at …
By Ben Olson
Reader Staff
The world could always use a little more Sideboob. The band featuring Katelyn and Laurie Shook, of Sandpoint’s own Shook Twins, is one part side …
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