Whalien, 219 Lounge, Jan. 31

By Reader Staff

There must be something in the water in Seattle, because the city churns out funky bands at a frenetic pace. In that spirit, Whalien is landing their airship in Sandpoint and will play from 9 p.m. to midnight on Saturday, Jan. 31, at the 219 Lounge (219 N. First Ave.). You have been warned.

The eclectic jam fusion band has developed a reputation for high-energy shows featuring surprise trombone solos, energetic disco breaks, honky-tonk shuffles and ska suites about cryptids.

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The quartet has released two studio albums — For Realien in 2022 and Whale Tales in 2023 — and has shared the stage with artists like Greensky Bluegrass, Lettuce and Big Gigantic. Members even founded their own festival called “Splish Splash,” highlighting renowned artists from around the nation. Let the boys cook, and they’ll make you a feast. Listen on whalienmusic.com and visit 219lounge.com for more information.

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