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SUMMARY:The Wild Man Tour - Clayton Ryan
DESCRIPTION:Clayton Ryan delivers a raw\, high-energy “wild man” performance\, blending chaos and charisma into an unforgettable act. \nThe Matthews and Queen City Songwriters are thrilled to bring you CLAYTON RYAN\, joined by ZANDER & SAMMIE JEAN for a special performance on Thursday\, April 24\, 2025. \nAbout the Artists:\nClayton Ryan is a Minnesota-based country soul singer known for his engaging performances and heartfelt lyrics\, is set to perform at the Matthews Opera House in Spearfish\, South Dakota. Ryan’s music blends elements of folk\, country\, and rock\, drawing inspiration from personal experiences and the landscapes of the Midwest. His song “Wild Man” showcases his honky-tonk piano skills and storytelling prowess\, reflecting on themes of self-image and relationships. \nEvent Details: \n\nVenue: The Matthews Opera House\, 612 Main Street\, Spearfish\, SD\nDate: Thursday. April 24\, 2025\nDoors Open: 6:30 PM\nShow Starts: 7:00 PM\nTickets: $20\nCapacity: 265 seats\n\n \n \n 
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SUMMARY:Heart of The Hills Preformace
DESCRIPTION:This is a FREE performance\, but RSVP is highly encouraged! \nEach person who RSVPs will be entered in a drawing for a ticket to ur community theater production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream! \nJoin us at the Matthews Gallery for Heart of the Hills Performance\, a captivating evening with Pegie Douglas and Sherl Cederburg. Through an enchanting fusion of song and poetry\, this talented duo brings the rich history and natural beauty of the Black Hills and the West to life. Experience the spirit of the land through their heartfelt storytelling and musical artistry in an intimate gallery setting. Pegie’s strong\, beautiful voice and Sherl’s meadowlark in the morning crispness blend well together as they transition smoothly from song to spoken word and back again. \n \nThis program is funded and made free by a grant from the South Dakota Humanities Council\, an affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
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SUMMARY:Strait George with JJ Kent & Aces and 8's
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable evening as JJ Kent and his band\, Aces and 8’s\, pay tribute to the legendary George Strait. Experience the timeless hits that have defined country music\, performed live in the elegant setting of The Matthews Opera House. \nAbout JJ Kent: JJ Kent is a seasoned country artist with a career spanning decades\, blending classic country storytelling with a rich musical legacy. His smooth\, “real country” sound recalls legends like George Strait\, Travis Tritt\, and Willie Nelson\, making him a must-see performer for any true country music fan. \nKent first made waves in the late 1980s when he signed with Brykas Records in Nashville. His debut album produced two chart-topping singles—“Two Cups of Coffee” and “Pathway of a Fool”\, both reaching No. 1 on the country charts in June 1990. His talent was recognized early when he won Male Vocalist of the Year in 1988 from the Wyoming Rocky Mountain Country Music Foundation and again in 1990 from the Major Independent Record Label Association. \nKent later took his music overseas to London\, England\, with Prestige Records\, expanding his country music career internationally before returning to the U.S. in 2009. Back in the States\, he pursued another of his musical passions—the Native American flute. He signed with Spirit Wind Records in New York and went on to win the Coveted Native American Music Awards “Flutist of the Year” (2009)\, as well as earning three nominations for “Artist of the Year.” \nOriginally from Lander\, Wyoming\, Kent found his love for music early\, inspired by country legends like Charley Pride. His passion for performing began in his teenage years\, setting him on the path to a career that has taken him from Nashville to London and back. \nNow\, Kent continues to captivate audiences with his dynamic performances\, blending the timeless classics of country music with his own remarkable journey. Don’t miss this chance to see him live with Aces and 8’s as they pay tribute to the legendary George Strait! \n🎟️ Tickets: \n\nVIP: $40 (signed poster + 2 drink tickets)\nFloor: $35\nBalcony Rail: $30\nBalcony Back: $25\n\nAdd Ons: \n\nSocial Hour at The Original Spearfish Breakfast House: $15\n\nContact Information: \n\nFor questions or more information\, please contact The Matthews at (605) 642-7973 or email us at info@matthewsopera.com.\n\nWe look forward to celebrating the music of George Strait with you!
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SUMMARY:Jackson Holte with Special Guest Lacy Hotchkiss
DESCRIPTION:The Matthews and Queen City Songwriters are thrilled to bring you Jackson Holte\, one of the standout artists from last year’s Queen City Songwriters Invitational\, joined by Lacy Hotchkiss for a special performance on Saturday\, February 15\, 2025. \nAbout the Artists: \nJackson Holte\nMontana native Jackson Holte delivers soulful Americana music that captures the rugged beauty of the western landscape and the human experience. From campfires in the Bob Marshall Wilderness to stages across the region\, Jackson’s storytelling and heartfelt melodies have made him a standout artist. His debut solo album Sky Blues reflects a decade of growth\, capturing the essence of life lived in pursuit of authenticity and connection. A featured artist from last year’s Queen City Songwriters Invitational\, Jackson brings his distinct blend of reflective songwriting and powerful performances back to Spearfish for this special evening. \nLacy Hotchkiss\nRanch-raised in Wyoming\, Lacy Hotchkiss infuses her music with western flair and prairie charm. A self-taught guitarist and natural poet\, Lacy’s songs weave vivid stories of rural life\, seen through the eyes of a young woman who splits her time between the open range and the stage. With accolades like 3rd place in the 2021 Wyoming Singer-Songwriter competition and performances at Nowoodstock\, Red Lodge Songwriters Festival\, Queen City Songwriters Invitational\, and Wild West Songwriters Festival\, Lacy has built a loyal following across Montana\, South Dakota\, and Wyoming. Her debut album\, Old Fashioned\, showcases her talent for pairing heartfelt lyrics with timeless melodies. \nEvent Details: \n\nVenue: The Matthews Opera House\, 612 Main Street\, Spearfish\, SD\nDate: Saturday\, February 15\, 2025\nDoors Open: 6:00 PM\nShow Starts: 6:30 PM\nTickets: $15\nCapacity: 265 seats\nAll Ages Welcome\n\nSpecial Features: \n\nCelebrate local and regional original music in this unique collaboration.
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SUMMARY:Candlelit Concert w Philip Daniel
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a mesmerizing CANDLELIT performance by Philip Daniel\, a celebrated pianist and composer from Lincoln\, Nebraska. Known for his unique blend of classical\, minimalist\, and cinematic music\, Philip incorporates live-looping\, synths\, and percussion to create an immersive auditory journey. This intimate evening will feature two captivating 45-minute sets\, showcasing Philip’s signature style that has touched audiences worldwide\, with over 30 million streams of his compositions. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the magic of music that connects deeply with both seasoned musicians and casual listeners alike. \nThis performance will take place at The Matthews\, Spearfish\, SD. Perfect for music lovers and families alike\, this event promises an unforgettable night of artistry and inspiration.
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SUMMARY:Eliza Blue with special guests Jon Bakken and Nicholas Trandahl
DESCRIPTION:WHO: Eliza Blue with special guests Jon Bakken and Nicholas Trandahl \nWHAT: Throw-in for your tickets to be delighted with three exciting avenues in this all-encompassing event! \n\n“Tender Rebellion\,” a Rural Regenerator Fellowship Art Exhibit\n Instrumentation with Eliza\, Jon\, and Nicholas to bring this next portion of the event to LIFE\n And most importantly a compilation of 10 years worth of columns in a very special event the BOOK LAUNCH of “LITTLE PASTURE ON THE PRAIRIE”\n\nWHERE: Matthews Opera House Theater \nWHEN: June 29\, 2024 at 7:00 pm \nWHY: Join us for an event of art\, music\, and book launch to fill the soul and mend the spirit \nHOW: Ticketed Event $20 adults; $10 youth \n  \nGET YOUR TICKETS NOW… \n\nOnline at matthewsopera.com\nIn-person at the Matthews Arts Center Gallery 612 N Main Street Spearfish\nCall the Box Office at (605) 642-7973\n\n  \nMeet the Performers…\n \nELIZA BLUE\nEliza Blue is a writer\, folk musician\, and rancher living on the short grass prairie of western Dakota. Her work has been featured in The New York Times\, The Guardian\, and NPR’s All Songs Considered. Her weekly column\, Little Pasture on the Prairie\, is carried by 19 different print publications\, and she has written and produced seasonal audio ‘postcards’ from her ranch for South Dakota Public Broadcasting and Prairie Public Radio. Her first book\, Accidental Rancher\, was chosen as the Siouxland One Book 2023. Her second book will be released by the South Dakota Historical Society Press in June 2024. \nEliza currently hosts a show celebrating rural art and culture for PBS called ‘Wish You Were Here with Eliza Blue\,’ and she is the director of the Kithship Collective\, an organization devoted to innovative\, ecosystem-specific storytelling. \n  \n \nJON BAKKEN\nJon Bakken is a classical cellist\, jazz bassist\, songwriter\, composer\, and elementary strings teacher from Brookings\, South Dakota. He is also the creator of Tiger Meat\, a zine and website about South Dakotan albums\, which will be collected in hardcover editions the summer of 2024. Jon recently released his debut folk-rock album\, Return to the City of Afterwall and an EP of songs from an upcoming musical theater collaboration with Eliza Blue called The Grass Widow. \n  \n \nNICHOLAS TRANDAHL\nNicholas Trandahl is an award-winning poet\, journalist\, outdoorsman\, and veteran residing in northern Wyoming\, where he currently also serves as mayor of his community. He has had six poetry collections published and has also been featured in numerous literary journals and anthologies. Trandahl has been awarded the Wyoming Writers Milestone Award and has received several nominations for the Pushcart Prize. His most recent poetry collection Purgatory was ranked the number one new release in American Poetry on Amazon. Additionally\, Trandahl works as poetry editor for The Dewdrop literary journal and as a contributor for The Way Back to Ourselves literary journal.
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SUMMARY:Jenny Don't & The Spurs with Special Guest Jason Dea West
DESCRIPTION:Jenny Don’t & The Spurs\nWith a decade of live appearances under their tooled-leather Western belts\, The Spurs are a musical force to be reckoned with. The intensity and energy of their live set is a must-see for anyone who enjoys spirited garage-infused country music played with sincerity and raw conviction.  \n“Jenny Don’t and The Spurs are a fantastic independent country and western quartet who sing heart-wrenching songs about emotional turmoil wit passion and honesty. The quartet’s albums will make classic country western fans extremely proud.”\n– Jersey Beat \nShowtime:\nMay 26 at 7 pm\nBox Office: 6 pm | House Opens: 6:30 pm \nTickets:\n$20 Adults – $10 Students\nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at (605) 642-7973\, or by visiting the Matthews Gallery at 612 N. Main Street\, Spearfish. \nListen Now…\n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j8FODAHriXU” title=”Jenny Don’t And The Spurs – Black Cadillac” loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C6Kt8wLQc6M” title=”Jenny Don’t And The Spurs – Trouble On My Mind” loop=”no” muted=”no” /]
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SUMMARY:Dave Martinson's Big Band
DESCRIPTION:Dave Martinson’s Big Band\nA Cabaret Event for Mom\nSunday\, May 12 at 2 pm\nBox Office: 1 pm | House Opens: 1:30 pm \nThis Mother’s Day\, immerse yourself in the sounds of a bygone era with Dave Martinson’s Big Band! The 17-piece band along with two vocalists performs a variety of “big band” music from the 1940’s-the present. \n\nSturgis musician Dave Martinson leads to ensemble\, which has performed for the Sturgis Area Arts Council\, the Hospice Ball in Spearfish\, Main Street Square in Rapid City and his horn section backed the Rat Pack Tribute Show from Las Vegas at the RC Civic Center. Martinson also recently performed with rock legend Lynyrd Skynyrd at their concert Oct. 12 at the Denny Sanford Premier Center in Sioux Falls and The Box Tops at Kool Deadwood Nights. \n\nA variety of seating options are available for this event:\nBalcony seating: $25\nCabaret-style seating: Table seating on the main floor with treats and access to premium wine by the bottle. $40\nHistoric Box seating: We’ve opened the historic opera boxes that flank the stage! These premium seats are extremely limited. Each box includes one complimentary bottle of wine and plate of hors d’ouvres. $75 per seat\, advance reservations only. \nA cash bar will also be available throughout the event.
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SUMMARY:Second Saturday Song Circle
DESCRIPTION:Jam Date: May 11\,2024 at 12:30 pm\nat the Matthews Opera House \n**Please check our facebook page and/or website for event updates\, cancelations\, etc. for the most accurate information on recurring events** \nWhat is a Jam?\nMatthews Opera House & Arts Center is proud to host the Second Saturday Song Circle\, open to bluegrass and old-time folk musicians. These “jams” are set aside for string instrument players who want to share songs\, make new friends\, and enjoy a casual afternoon of string band music. They are perfect for musicians who have been playing solo and want to get used to playing in a group setting; those who have just learned how to play and want to play with others; those who have instruments that have been gathering dust for a “few” years; experienced players who are trying out playing instruments other than their primary instrument; and\, people who are comfortable playing their instrument but want to become more comfortable leading a song. \nEach session opens the floor for musicians to lead their favorite bluegrass tunes and folk music\, backed up by the other pickers in the gathering. Simple tunes are always popular!  ALL are welcome to join the circle for an afternoon of playing classic grass and folk favorites. \nSecond Saturday Song Circle is a free event hosted by Matthews Opera House & Arts Center and held in the theater on the second Saturday of each month from 12:30-2:30 pm. Musicians must bring their own instruments.
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Second Saturday Song Circle
DESCRIPTION:Today’s Jam Session is cancelled due to weather–it’s too beautiful to stay inside! We will reconvene later this fall but\, until then\, keep your fingers nimble\, your chords sharp\, and keep on jamming! \n**Please check our facebook page and/or website for event updates\, cancelations\, etc. for the most accurate information on recurring events** \nWhat is a Jam?\nMatthews Opera House & Arts Center is proud to host the Second Saturday Song Circle\, open to bluegrass and old-time folk musicians. These “jams” are set aside for string instrument players who want to share songs\, make new friends\, and enjoy a casual afternoon of string band music. They are perfect for musicians who have been playing solo and want to get used to playing in a group setting; those who have just learned how to play and want to play with others; those who have instruments that have been gathering dust for a “few” years; experienced players who are trying out playing instruments other than their primary instrument; and\, people who are comfortable playing their instrument but want to become more comfortable leading a song. \nEach session opens the floor for musicians to lead their favorite bluegrass tunes and folk music\, backed up by the other pickers in the gathering. Simple tunes are always popular!  ALL are welcome to join the circle for an afternoon of playing classic grass and folk favorites. \nSecond Saturday Song Circle is a free event hosted by Matthews Opera House & Arts Center and held in the theater on the second Saturday of each month from 12:30-2:30 pm. Musicians must bring their own instruments. \n**Please note changes may be made to recurring events such as cancelations\, updates\, etc. and will be posted on our facebook/website. For best planning please see these resources prior to coming down to the Matthews. \n 
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SUMMARY:Philip Daniel
DESCRIPTION:Philip Daniel\nComposer and pianist\nSunday\, March 17 at 2 pm\nBox Office: 1 pm | House Opens: 1:30 pm \nJoin us at the Matthews Opera House & Arts Center on Sunday\, March 17 at 2 pm an afternoon of live music with pianist and composer Philip Daniel. Daniel’s sole purpose as a composer is to create music that’s primary goal is to convey unequivocal emotion and to make people truly “feel.” He believes that music has a unique ability to cause change in the world through this personal connection to individual listeners and aims to be a small part in positively impacting the community through his music. \nA variety of seating options are available for this event:\nBalcony seating: $25 for advance reservations; $30 day of show.\nCabaret-style seating: Table seating on the main floor with treats and access to premium wine by the bottle. $40 per seat for advance reservations; $45 day of show\nHistoric Box seating: We’ve opened the historic opera boxes that flank the stage! These premium seats are extremely limited. Each box includes one complimentary bottle of wine and plate of hors d’ouvres. $75 per seat\, advance reservations only. \nA cash bar will also be available throughout the event. \nListen Now…\n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DTEth5y1Pp0″ loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H58ZoP_meXo” loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IaJpkb0_li8″ loop=”no” muted=”no” /]
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SUMMARY:Second Saturday Song Circle
DESCRIPTION:Jam Date: March 9 at 12:30 pm\nat the Matthews Opera House \n**Please check our facebook page and/or website for event updates\, cancelations\, etc. for the most accurate information on recurring events** \nWhat is a Jam?\nMatthews Opera House & Arts Center is proud to host the Second Saturday Song Circle\, open to bluegrass and old-time folk musicians. These “jams” are set aside for string instrument players who want to share songs\, make new friends\, and enjoy a casual afternoon of string band music. They are perfect for musicians who have been playing solo and want to get used to playing in a group setting; those who have just learned how to play and want to play with others; those who have instruments that have been gathering dust for a “few” years; experienced players who are trying out playing instruments other than their primary instrument; and\, people who are comfortable playing their instrument but want to become more comfortable leading a song. \nEach session opens the floor for musicians to lead their favorite bluegrass tunes and folk music\, backed up by the other pickers in the gathering. Simple tunes are always popular!  ALL are welcome to join the circle for an afternoon of playing classic grass and folk favorites. \nSecond Saturday Song Circle is a free event hosted by Matthews Opera House & Arts Center and held in the theater on the second Saturday of each month from 12:30-2:30 pm. Musicians must bring their own instruments.
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SUMMARY:Camila Meza
DESCRIPTION:Camila Meza\nElegant & Expressive Jazz\nFriday\, March 8 at 8pm \nBox Office: 7 pm | House Opens: 7:30 pm \n  \nBorn in Santiago\, Chile\, and living in New York\, Camila Meza is a prized vocalist\, guitarist\, and composer bringing a worldly blend of South American folklore and jazz to our stage. \n\n“Meza is taking jazz singing to another place where English and Spanish coexist\, where folklore has just as much musical heft as the great jazz singing we all know and love\, where the trappings of jazz also become tools to blend the genres.”–Felix Contreras\, NPR(alt.Latino) \n\n\nA variety of seating options are available for this event:\nBalcony seating: $25 for advance reservations; $30 day of show.\nCabaret-style seating: Table seating on the main floor with treats and access to premium wine by the bottle. $40 per seat for advance reservations; $45 day of show\nHistoric Box seating: We’ve opened the historic opera boxes that flank the stage! These premium seats are extremely limited. Each box includes one complimentary bottle of wine and plate of hors d’ouvres. $75 per seat\, advance reservations only. \nA cash bar will also be available throughout the event.
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CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Damn Tall Buildings
DESCRIPTION:Damn Tall Buildings\nBluegrass with a little punch!\nSunday\, March 3 at 2 pm\nBox Office: 1 pm | House Opens: 1:30 pm\nNo late admission to main floor. Late arrivals will be accommodated in the balcony as seats permit. \nAdvance tickets: $30 for adults and $15 for youth.\nDay of Show: $35 for adults and $20 for youth.\nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at (605) 642-7973\, or by visiting the Matthews Gallery at 612 N. Main Street\, Spearfish. \n \n“If you like your bluegrass served with a little punch\, attitude\, grit\, and gravy … Damn Tall Buildings will slide in nice as a welcome addition to your listening rotation. Bluegrass at heart\, but pulling from a wide range of influences including swing\, ragtime\, jazz\, and even a hint of contemporary perspective in the songwriting\, they offer virtually unmatched energy and enthusiasm\, underpinned by intelligent songs that don’t skimp on the infectiousness…” – Savingcountrymusic.com \nWitty & engaging\, Damn Tall Buildings’ energizing music finds beauty and glory in the mundane workaday struggle of everyday life: time keeps passing and the seasons come and go\, you scroll too much\, you smoke too much\, you lose yourself\, only to sit with yourself & find yourself again\, you laugh with your friends\, and you look out the window & dream about what else might be out there. It all keeps coming around. You carry on\, intent on flourishing and thriving. This is what Damn Tall Buildings sings about\, what they seek to share with their audience. \nFor more about the artists\, visit damntallbuildings.com \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QDxwERelcgM&t=11s” loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-MXfunz8AgI&t=5s” loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oQpV50_g8po&t=6s” loop=”no” muted=”no” /]
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CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Mardi Gras with the Pocket Junkies
DESCRIPTION:Mardi Gras with the Pocket Junkies\nA Fat Tuesday celebration at the Matthews!\nShowtime:\nFebruary 13 at 8 pm\nBox Office: 7 pm | House Opens: 7:30 pm \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at (605) 642-7973\, or by visiting the Matthews Gallery at 612 N. Main Street\, Spearfish. \nA variety of seating options are available for this event:\nBalcony seating: $25 for advance reservations; $30 day of show.\nCabaret-style seating: Table seating on the main floor with treats and access to premium wine by the bottle. $40 per seat for advance reservations; $45 day of show\nHistoric Box seating: We’ve opened the historic opera boxes that flank the stage! These premium seats are extremely limited. Each box includes one complimentary bottle of wine and plate of hors d’ouvres. $75 per seat\, advance reservations only. \nA cash bar will also be available throughout the event. \nIt’s Mardi Gras at the Matthews! Escape the winter cold with an evening of funk and New Orleans jazz in celebration of Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday)! \nIn the pocket: Grooving. Where the rhythm section is locked in and working as a unit.\nThe Pocket Junkies are a conglomeration of seasoned jazz and blues professionals who are currently residing in the Black Hills including Sivan Hoch\, Jimmy Reed\, Johnny Hastings\, Kaleb Britton\, and Eric Luba. \n\nThe line-up:\nJimmy Reed from the Blue Collar Brass Band is on bass and sousaphone. \nSivan Hoch\, who\, before the pandemic. was a touring musician based out of Denver\, playing with acts such as Markus King\, Robert Randolph and Paul Pesco of the Hallnoats. He’s on sax. \nJohnny Hastings is a local Rapid City blues guitarist who has had the pleasure of sharing the stage with Buddy Guy \nKaleb Britton is a fabulous local drummer who grew up in Rapid City and lived in New Orleans for years playing with only the best. \nEric Luba is on keys and vocals. He’s from Denver\, where he remains a top hire. He’s shared the stage with many great bands including Vulfpeck and DJ Williams of Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe. \nYou won’t want to miss this “one day only” event! Laissez les bons temps rouler! \n  \n 
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CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Second Saturday Song Circle
DESCRIPTION:Jam Date: February 10 at 12:30 pm\nat the Matthews Opera House \nWhat is a Jam?\nMatthews Opera House & Arts Center is proud to host the Second Saturday Song Circle\, open to bluegrass and old-time folk musicians. These “jams” are set aside for string instrument players who want to share songs\, make new friends\, and enjoy a casual afternoon of string band music. They are perfect for musicians who have been playing solo and want to get used to playing in a group setting; those who have just learned how to play and want to play with others; those who have instruments that have been gathering dust for a “few” years; experienced players who are trying out playing instruments other than their primary instrument; and\, people who are comfortable playing their instrument but want to become more comfortable leading a song. \nEach session opens the floor for musicians to lead their favorite bluegrass tunes and folk music\, backed up by the other pickers in the gathering. Simple tunes are always popular!  ALL are welcome to join the circle for an afternoon of playing classic grass and folk favorites. \nSecond Saturday Song Circle is a free event hosted by Matthews Opera House & Arts Center and held in the theater on the second Saturday of each month from 12:30-2:30 pm. Musicians must bring their own instruments.
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SUMMARY:JAM-uary with The Fretliners
DESCRIPTION:JAM-uary\nThe Fretliners\nShowtime:\nJanuary 27 at 7 pm\nBox Office: 6 pm | House Opens: 6:30 pm \nAdvance tickets: $15 General Admission for a single show or\nuse the link to get the JAM-uary Bundle: $50 for 4-show package\nDay of Show: $20\nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at (605) 642-7973\, or by visiting the Matthews Gallery at 612 N. Main Street\, Spearfish. \nThe Matthews\, in partnership with Spread the Tunes\, is excited to bring you the “JAM-uary” music series\, live music in the dead of winter! Every weekend in January\, we bring you the best in live\, regional music with local beer and food to warm your spirits through the coldest nights of the year. General admission tickets for this single events are $15 in advance or $20 day of show. The entire concert series can also be purchased for a discounted price of $50! \nJoin us Saturday\, January 27 at 7 pm for The Fretliners! Winners of the 2023 band contests at both the 50th Annual Telluride Bluegrass and the 51st Annual Rockygrass Festivals\, The Fretliners are a powerhouse progressive bluegrass quartet born around a single microphone in a barn in the Rocky Mountains. Influenced by a multitude of genres and steeped in that High & Lonesome sound\, the band carves through the bluegrass landscape leaving new pathways and possibilities in their wake.  \nConsisting of Tom Knowlton on guitar\, Taylor Shuck on upright bass\, Dan Andree on fiddle\, and Sam Parks on mandolin — these prolific pickers and singers have fluent musical conversations that invite their audiences into the dialogue. Expect hard driving energy\, exhilarating solos\, soaring vocals\, and captivating lyrical stories. Buckle up\, because The Fretliners show is sure to take you for a ride you won’t soon forget! \nNot only do we have an incredible lineup of JAM-uary performers\, Crow Peak Brewery is on-site to keep the libations flowing!  \nTicket sales help benefit local nonprofit organizations. \nListen Now…\n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n2_F-TiVung” loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0vCYnljIXA” loop=”no” muted=”no” /]
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CATEGORIES:Music
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240119T210000
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SUMMARY:JAM-uary with The Runaway Grooms
DESCRIPTION:JAM-uary\nThe Runaway Grooms\nShowtime:\nJanuary 19 at 7 pm\nBox Office: 6 pm | House Opens: 6:30 pm \nAdvance tickets: $15 General Admission for a single show or\nuse the link to get the JAM-uary Bundle: $50 for 4-show package\nDay of Show: $20\nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at (605) 642-7973\, or by visiting the Matthews Gallery at 612 N. Main Street\, Spearfish. \nThe Matthews\, in partnership with Spread the Tunes\, is excited to bring you the “JAM-uary” music series\, live music in the dead of winter! Every weekend in January\, we bring you the best in live\, regional music with local beer and food to warm your spirits through the coldest nights of the year. General admission tickets for this single events are $15 in advance or $20 day of show. The entire concert series can also be purchased for a discounted price of $50! \nJoin us Friday\, January 19 at 7 pm for The Runaway Grooms! \n“Recorded on the road at Paloma Sound Studios in Memphis\, Tennessee\, with former Ardent Studio engineer Jeremy Horn\, the Grooms’ third LP marks the band’s return to more of an American roots rock songwriting style\, all while keeping one foot in the tight-knit jam band circle from which they emerged. Equally inspired by jazz-fusion exploration from the likes of Steely Dan\, Atlanta Rhythm Section\, and Yes\, and the guitar-driven prowess of Allman Brothers Band\, Lynyrd Skynyrd\, and Grateful Dead\, This Road dives in and out of grooves and moods\, turning on a dime\, but always focusing on what the band sees as the most important aspect; the song. Oh\, and keeping the crowd on their dancing feet. In addition to telling stories and gleaning wisdom from life\, love\, and struggle\, This Road captures an array of emotions and moods drawn from the dramatic narrative of living on the road in a touring band.” \n– Grateful Web \n— https://www.gratefulweb.com/articles/runaway-grooms-announce-their-third-genre-melding-release-road \nNot only do we have an incredible lineup of JAM-uary performers\, Crow Peak Brewery is on-site to keep the libations flowing!  \nTicket sales help benefit local nonprofit organizations. \nListen Now…\n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OcqtQk__KEA” loop=”no” muted=”no” /]
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CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:CANCELED: Second Saturday Song Circle
DESCRIPTION:The January jam session for musicians is canceled due to Saturday’s extreme cold. Bad for instruments\, bad for musicians! We’ll see you next month. \nJam Date: January 13 at 12:30 pm\nat the Matthews Opera House \nWhat is a Jam?\nMatthews Opera House & Arts Center is proud to host the Second Saturday Song Circle\, open to bluegrass and old-time folk musicians. These “jams” are set aside for string instrument players who want to share songs\, make new friends\, and enjoy a casual afternoon of string band music. They are perfect for musicians who have been playing solo and want to get used to playing in a group setting; those who have just learned how to play and want to play with others; those who have instruments that have been gathering dust for a “few” years; experienced players who are trying out playing instruments other than their primary instrument; and\, people who are comfortable playing their instrument but want to become more comfortable leading a song. \nEach session opens the floor for musicians to lead their favorite bluegrass tunes and folk music\, backed up by the other pickers in the gathering. Simple tunes are always popular!  ALL are welcome to join the circle for an afternoon of playing classic grass and folk favorites. \nSecond Saturday Song Circle is a free event hosted by Matthews Opera House & Arts Center and held in the theater on the second Saturday of each month from 12:30-2:30 pm. Musicians must bring their own instruments.
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240112T210000
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SUMMARY:JAM-uary with Humbletown
DESCRIPTION:JAM-uary\nHumbletown\nShowtime:\nJanuary 12 at 7 pm\nBox Office: 6 pm | House Opens: 6:30 pm \nAdvance tickets: $15 General Admission for a single show or\nuse the link to get the JAM-uary Bundle: $50 for 4-show package\nDay of Show: $20\nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at (605) 642-7973\, or by visiting the Matthews Gallery at 612 N. Main Street\, Spearfish. \nThe Matthews\, in partnership with Spread the Tunes\, is excited to bring you the “JAM-uary” music series\, live music in the dead of winter! Every weekend in January\, we bring you the best in live\, regional music with local beer and food to warm your spirits through the coldest nights of the year. General admission tickets for this single events are $15 in advance or $20 day of show. The entire concert series can also be purchased for a discounted price of $50! \nJoin us Friday\, January 12 at 7 pm for Humbletown! Humbletown is a folk/bluegrass duo featuring Morgan Carnes on clawhammer banjo and Dylan Lewis on flatpick guitar and mandolin. The duo primarily writes their own songs in eclectic styles but also plays traditional songs\, fiddle tunes\, and folk and country covers. The duo prides itself on unique harmonies and vibrant traditional and improvisational instrumentals. They have shared the stage with Trout Steak Revival\, Woodbelly\, Charlie Parr\, Jalan Crossland\, and John Craigie. They have performed at Revival Music Festival and at the Telluride Bluegrass Band Competition. They also won the 2018 South Dakota Folk Off contest. \nWhile they primarily play as a duo\, they often play as a full band featuring upright bass\, fiddle\, and cello. The full band brings an energetic and dynamic performance\, featuring awe-inspiring instrumentalists and added vocal harmonies. \n(Above image by Destyn Humann) \nNot only do we have an incredible lineup of JAM-uary performers\, Crow Peak Brewery is on-site to keep the libations flowing!  \nTicket sales help benefit local nonprofit organizations. \nListen Now…\n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IhnnTLRwepw&t=6s” loop=”no” muted=”no” /]
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CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:JAM-uary with Feed the Dog
DESCRIPTION:JAM-uary\nFeed the Dog\nShowtime:\nJanuary 6 at 7 pm\nBox Office: 6 pm | House Opens: 6:30 pm \nAdvance tickets: $15 General Admission for a single show or\nuse the link to get the JAM-uary Bundle: $50 for 4-show package\nDay of Show: $20\nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at (605) 642-7973\, or by visiting the Matthews Gallery at 612 N. Main Street\, Spearfish. \nThe Matthews\, in partnership with Spread the Tunes\, is excited to bring you the “JAM-uary” music series\, live music in the dead of winter! Every weekend in January\, we bring you the best in live\, regional music with local beer and food to warm your spirits through the coldest nights of the year. General admission tickets for this single events are $15 in advance or $20 day of show. The entire concert series can also be purchased for a discounted price of $50! \nJoin us Saturday\, January 6 at 7 pm for Feed the Dog! Feed the Dog is an eclectic and experimental jam-grass band from the Midwest. Their unique blend of genres\, including jam\, bluegrass\, soul\, funk\, and Americana\, creates a singular sound that is both cerebral and emotive. With imaginative melodies on the violin\, dynamic beats on the drums\, and an emotive approach to the acoustic guitar\, Feed the Dog always delivers high-energy performances that leave audiences breathless. Their third full-length album\, “Ding Dang\,” was released in September 2021. \nNot only do we have an incredible lineup of JAM-uary performers\, Crow Peak Brewery is on-site to keep the libations flowing!  \nTicket sales help benefit local nonprofit organizations. \nListen Now…\n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mOSwC1tC7Bs&t=25s” loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zefF6w9ma8g&t=40s” loop=”no” muted=”no” /]
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SUMMARY:Swinging Christmas with Sophia Beatty
DESCRIPTION:Swinging Christmas with Sophia Beatty\nHoliday jazz at the Matthews!\nShowtime:\nDecember 17 at 2 pm\nBox Office: 1 pm | House Opens: 1:30 pm \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at (605) 642-7973\, or by visiting the Matthews Gallery at 612 N. Main Street\, Spearfish. \nJoin us on Sunday\, December 17 at 2 pm as Black Hills singer/songwriter Sophia Beatty gives a special holiday performance. Expect to hear some of your favorite Christmas songs\, as well as many of the most popular jazz songs made famous by artists like Ella Fitzgerald\, Nat King Cole\, and Billie Holiday. Sophia will be accompanied by a full jazz band. You won’t want to miss this “one day only” event! \nA variety of seating options are available for this event:\nBalcony seating: $25 for advance reservations; $30 day of show.\nCabaret-style seating: Table seating on the main floor with treats and access to premium wine by the bottle. $40 per seat for advance reservations; $45 day of show\nHistoric Box seating: We’ve opened the historic opera boxes that flank the stage! These premium seats are extremely limited. Each box includes one complimentary bottle of wine and plate of hors d’ouvres. $75 per seat\, advance reservations only. \nA cash bar will also be available throughout the event. \nEnjoy good wine\, great jazz\, and celebrate the holidays with the Matthews! \n \nAbout Sophia Beatty\n \nBased in the Black Hills of South Dakota\, 25-year-old singer and songwriter Sophia Beatty sings with passion and heart that can be truly felt. She is known for her ability to sing classic jazz and soul cover music. From Etta James to Ella Fitzgerald to Aretha Franklin\, she covers a whole variety of well known music that gets people up on their feet and singing along. \nBuilding on this creative powerhouse of covers\, Sophia has recently taken to the streets to share her original creations as well\, which have been applauded greatly by the regional music community. She is already well on her way to becoming a staple of the northern plains musical experience. Sophia’s gift of synesthesia makes her original acoustic songs unique and emotionally moving. The journey her music will bring you on is something one must experience when traveling through the Black Hills. \nLearn more about the artist at sophiabeatty.com \nListen Now…\n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Boh7e7NG98M” loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7br6hJ9c8SY” loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=peldHRRuF58″ loop=”no” muted=”no” /]
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CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Second Saturday Song Circle
DESCRIPTION:Jam Date: December 9\, 2023 at 12:30 pm \n (Please check our facebook page and/or website for event updates\, cancelations\, etc. for the most accurate information on recurring events)  \n\nat the Matthews Opera House \nWhat is a Jam?\nMatthews Opera House & Arts Center is proud to host the Second Saturday Song Circle\, open to bluegrass and old-time folk musicians. These “jams” are set aside for string instrument players who want to share songs\, make new friends\, and enjoy a casual afternoon of string band music. They are perfect for musicians who have been playing solo and want to get used to playing in a group setting; those who have just learned how to play and want to play with others; those who have instruments that have been gathering dust for a “few” years; experienced players who are trying out playing instruments other than their primary instrument; and\, people who are comfortable playing their instrument but want to become more comfortable leading a song. \nEach session opens the floor for musicians to lead their favorite bluegrass tunes and folk music\, backed up by the other pickers in the gathering. Simple tunes are always popular!  ALL are welcome to join the circle for an afternoon of playing classic grass and folk favorites. \n 
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SUMMARY:Best of Broadway with Andrea Ross
DESCRIPTION:Andrea Ross\nBest of Broadway\nSunday\, November 12 at 2 pm\nBox Office: 1 pm | House Opens: 1:30 pm \nAndrew Lloyd Webber protégé Andrea Ross is an internationally recognized vocalist\, Broadway performer and recording artist. Heralded by Lloyd Webber as a generational talent\, her voice will transport you to a time when legendary leading ladies graced the stage\, singing the timeless melodies of Gershwin\, Rodgers and Hammerstein and more. Expect to be inspired\, filled with nostalgia\, and uplifted by tuneful music from this most golden era of song\, delivered by a voice born to sing among the stars. \nLearn more about the artist at andreaross.com \nA variety of seating options are available for this event:\nBalcony seating: $25 for advance reservations; $30 day of show.\nCabaret-style seating: Table seating on the main floor with treats and access to premium wine by the bottle. $40 per seat for advance reservations; $45 day of show\nHistoric Box seating: We’ve opened the historic opera boxes that flank the stage! These premium seats are extremely limited. Each box includes one complimentary bottle of wine and plate of hors d’ouvres. $75 per seat\, advance reservations only. \nA cash bar will also be available throughout the event. \nListen Now…\n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ykdz2jdh0AE” loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ox5Pm5OmJLk” loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nwBjRnK5m5I” loop=”no” muted=”no” /]
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CATEGORIES:Music
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231111T220000
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SUMMARY:The Mae Simpson Band
DESCRIPTION:Mae Simpson Band\nThe Matthews Opera House and Spread the Tunes are proud to present Minneapolis artists The Mae Simpson Band. \nShowtime:\nNovember 11 at 8 pm\nBox Office: 7 pm | House Opens: 7:30 pm \nAdvance tickets: $20 General Admission\nDay of Show: $25 General Admission\nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at (605) 642-7973\, or by visiting the Matthews Gallery at 612 N. Main Street\, Spearfish. \nThe Mae Simpson Band blurs the lines between a wide range of influences — from the depth and energy of funk and rock\, down the the melodic edge of R&B and folk.  The band is led by Mae Simpson\, whose “voice is larger than life\, but not as large as her uncontainable energy that radiates from the stage” (Helen Teague – Minnesota Public Radio ). Known for their intense and exciting live shows\, the band has an immediate impact that favors the human connection between the musicians and the audience.  The Mae Simpson Band has opened for acts like Dermot Kennedy\, Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe and more\, and have played many notable stages across the Midwest\, including First Avenue\, The Fillmore MPLS\,  the Basilica Block Party\, and Blue Ox. If you’re a fan of artists such as Alabama Shakes\, Lake Street Dive and Bruce Springsteen\, Mae Simpson is right up your alley. \nTicket sales help benefit local nonprofit organizations. \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A6g_Go1Ugoo” /]
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SUMMARY:JAS Quintet
DESCRIPTION:JAS Quintet\nOne of the top jazz ensembles in the region\nSunday\, October 15 at 2 pm\nBox Office: 1 pm | House Opens: 1:30 pm \nJAS Quintet is one of South Dakota’s premier jazz ensembles. Formed in 2021 and based in Sioux Falls\, the ensemble continues to perform concert and festival dates throughout the region. JAS features the classic jazz quintet instrumentation of trumpet\, saxophone\, piano\, bass\, and drums. Their repertoire is a diverse mix of old and new\, featuring many original compositions and arrangements by members of the band. Concerts include favorites from Wayne Shorter\, Herbie Hancock\, Miles Davis\, Clifford Brown\, Thelonious Monk\, Duke Ellington\, and contemporary artists. You are sure to hear many familiar tunes during a JAS concert along with a few new jazz classics. The members of the JAS Quintet are recognized as some of the finest jazz musicians and educators in the region. Touring extensively throughout South Dakota as a part of the South Dakota Arts Council’s Touring Artist program\, the JAS Quintet has established a reputation as one of the top jazz ensembles in the region. More information can be found at JASQuintet.com \nA variety of seating options are available for this event:\nBalcony seating: $25 for advance reservations; $30 day of show.\nCabaret-style seating: Table seating on the main floor with treats and access to premium wine by the bottle. $40 per seat for advance reservations; $45 day of show\nHistoric Box seating: We’ve opened the historic opera boxes that flank the stage! These premium seats are extremely limited. Each box includes one complimentary bottle of wine and plate of hors d’ouvres. $75 per seat\, advance reservations only. \nA cash bar will also be available throughout the event. \nMeet the performers…\n\n\n\nJoel Shotwell | Saxophones\nJim Speirs | Trumpet & Flugel Horn\nJeffrey Paul | Piano\nAndrew Reinartz | Bass\nDaniel Heier | Drums\nListen Now…\n[arve url=” https://youtu.be/8XfKVoSxtHs” loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MtnjGp7zGAI” loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1W1pxgIADNg” loop=”no” muted=”no” /]
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SUMMARY:Kenny Putnam and Jami Lynn featuring Jake Jackson
DESCRIPTION:Kenny Putnam and Jami Lynn\nFeaturing Jake Jackson\nSaturday\, September 30 at 7 pm\nBox Office: 6 pm | House Opens: 6:30 pm\nNo late admission to main floor. Late arrivals will be accommodated in the balcony as seats permit. \nAdvance tickets: $30 for adults and $15 for youth.\nDay of Show: $35 for adults and $20 for youth.\nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at (605) 642-7973\, or by visiting the Matthews Gallery at 612 N. Main Street\, Spearfish. \nThe celebrated two-time South Dakota Fiddle Champ and internationally touring artist Kenny Putnam joins singer/songwriter Jami Lynn for an evening of new\, old\, and original music. The two have performed together in various groups over the years\, but have rarely had a chance to feature their musical conversation in this capacity. Multi-instrumentalist Jake Jackson of Spearfish-based band Six Mile Road will round out their sound on guitar\, violin\, and voice.  \nThe evening will contain a broad range of traditional folk\, original Americana\, and jazz music\, featuring Putnam’s well-honed voice on fiddle\, Jackson’s sharp guitar licks and Jami Lynn’s stylings on banjo and voice– the most compelling part of the evening being the magic of a new collaboration dressed up by the polish and taste of seasoned performers.  \nKENNY PUTNAM Musician and graphic artist Kenny Putnam is from Rapid City but has studied\, lived and worked in many places. As a professional musician he has performed on stages\, big and small–nationally and internationally. Stages include\, The Grand Ol’ Opry\, The Tonight Show\, Hee Haw\, the JFK Center for the Performing Arts\, Caesars Palace in Las Vegas and the Oktober Hall in St. Petersburg\, Russia\, performing with the legendary Roy Clark.   \nPutnam is a two-time South Dakota Fiddle Champ who began touring and recording with The Red Willow Band in 1975. He was invited by the Smithsonian Institution in 1975 and 1976 to participate in The Festival of American Folklife\, demonstrating violin making and playing. With Red Willow he toured coast-to-coast for over six years\, making two albums. Putnam got off the road in 1989 to continue his art degree (began at the University of South Dakota) at the University of Iowa earning a B.F.A. in painting and a Master of Journalism by 1992.   \nAfter grad school\, Kenny’s wife Linnea\, a clinical pharmacist\, took a job in Rapid City in 1993. After coming home\, Putnam worked in marketing and the graphic arts for large corporate businesses. Musically\, he performed and recorded with a South Dakota Acoustic Christmas for 21 years. The group raised more than 1.3 million dollars for non-profits organizations across the State. In 2001 Putnam released a solo recording entitled “Sure Beats Me”\, and recently recorded his second album in Austin\, Texas called “Odd Numbers”. Working with musical groups\, he has been a two-time Grammy nominee and\, working with South Dakota Public Broadcasting\, won an Emmy.  \nPutnam is currently doing art\, having opened a ceramic studio. His work is featured at Prairie Edge Gallery in Rapid City\, SD and Rehfelds Fine Art Gallery in Sioux Falls\, SD. Read more about the artist at SDPB Radio! \nJAMI LYNN Hailing from the Great Plains of eastern South Dakota\, Jami Lynn began performing folk and bluegrass music at the age of thirteen. It took little coaxing from her grandfather to make the transition from the audience to the stage\, where old-time country\, polka\, and regional folk music reigned supreme. Now days\, she performs original folk music accompanied on claw-hammer banjo and finger-style guitar. She performs solo\, with Sioux Falls based band\, The JAS Quintet\, and as one half of folk duo The Nesters. When not performing for public audiences\, Jami also brings folk music to elementary students and hospital systems through the South Dakota State Arts Council’s Artists in the Schools & Communities program and Touring Artist program.  Read more about the artist in 605 Magazine! \nJAKE JACKSON Jake Jackson currently lives in Spearfish but was raised in the Rockerville area of the Black Hills. Long-known as a vocalist and string musician in the band Six Mile Road\, there aren’t many local stages that he hasn’t played in his 30+ years of performance. \nPrimarily known for his talents on violin and guitar\, Jake also picked up other instruments over the years\, including clawhammer banjo and mandolin. He knew he wanted to play music at the age of nine after the Rapid City chamber orchestra visited his grade school and his journey with the violin began. By 15\, he had found a new love and freedom with music when he began studying bluegrass and Irish fiddle tunes. He picked up the guitar when the band Six Mile Road formed in 1998 and\, since that time\, has performed regularly around the Black Hills. In 2019\, he released an album with Six Mile Road\, “Takes A Long Time\,” and has been featured on several recording projects over the years with a variety of local artists.\n\nAlthough his own compositions can be generalized as Americana\, he enjoys playing Bluegrass\, Celtic tunes\, and Gypsy Jazz music\, though he appreciates a wide variety of genres. The Grateful Dead influenced his thoughts on spontaneous simultaneous manufacture and presentation (improvisation)\, which is essential to the styles of music he creates. He can’t say he ever pursued music\, as much as it’s just been woven into his life and he can’t imagine being without it. Read about the artist in South Dakota Magazine!\nListen Now…\n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rb5fVDteffI” loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lnBIRZVp5vE” loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_OSLeMWXWZQ” loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xyEhfmFPdi0″ loop=”no” muted=”no” /]
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SUMMARY:Willi Carlisle with Adda Boyd
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nWe’re having a hootenanny! Join us at the Matthews for Rhythm and Brews\, our new summer series celebrating American roots music! \nNot only do we have an incredible lineup of performers\, check out these ala cart items\, available at the Matthews day of show: \n• Crow Peak Brewery is on-site to keep the libations flowing and…wait for it…each ticketholder (21+) receives a token for one free flight of beer! (Additional drinks available for purchase). \n• Plus\, our friends at The Original Spearfish Breakfast House will be serving up some of their seriously delicious food\, available for purchase throughout the evening. \n\nWilli Carlisle\nTuesday\, September 26\nDoors: 7 pm | Show: 8 pm \nWILLI CARLISLE is a poet and a folk singer for the people\, but his extraordinary gift for turning a phrase isn’t about high falutin’ pontificatin’; it’s about looking out for one another and connecting through our shared human condition. Born and raised on the Midwestern plains\, Carlisle is a product of the punk-to-folk music pipeline that’s long-fueled frustrated young men looking to resist. After falling for the rich ballads and tunes of the Ozarks\, where he now lives\, he began examining the full spectrum of American musical history. This insatiable stylistic diversity is obvious in his wildly raucous live performances\, where songs range from sardonic trucker-ballads like “Vanlife” to the heartbreaking queer waltz “Life on the Fence\,” to an existential talkin’ blues about a panic attack in Walmart’s aisle five. With guitar\, fiddle\, button-box\, banjo\, harmonicas\, rhythm-bones\, and Willi’s booming baritone\, this is bonafide populist folk music in the tradition of cowboys\, frontier fiddlers\, and tall-tale tellers. Carlisle recognizes that the only thing holding us back from greatness is each other. With a quick wit and big sing-alongs\, these folksongs bring us a step closer to breaking down our divides. \n“Willi Carlisle’s latest is good for what ails ya\, whatever ails ya.”\n-Arkansas Times \n“I’ll be damned if the heartstrings don’t get a firm tug.”\n-Music Mecca \n“A rave-up raconteur and a seasoned troubadour in the vein of Ramblin’ Jack Elliott or Utah Phillips\, Carlisle sings big\, feels everything\, spins yarns and takes you to the heart of American characters”\n-WMOT — Best of AmericanaFest 2022 \n  \nAdda Boyd\nSpearfish up-and-comer Adda Boyd continues to make a name for herself as a confident new voice in neo-traditional country. Adda’s fresh off a solo performance at the world-famous Ruffed Up Duck Saloon in Laramie\, part of the first-ever Western AF Music Showcase. \n\n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DFNM9F9-ypo” loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OjMqgWvlt-0″ loop=”no” muted=”no” /]
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SUMMARY:Nick Shoulders with Dean Johnson
DESCRIPTION:We’re having a hootenanny! Join us at the Matthews for Rhythm and Brews\, our new summer series celebrating American roots music! \nNot only do we have an incredible lineup of performers\, check out these ala cart items\, available at the Matthews day of show: \n• Crow Peak Brewery is on-site to keep the libations flowing and…wait for it…each ticketholder (21+) receives a token for one free flight of beer! (Additional drinks available for purchase). \n• Plus\, our friends at The Original Spearfish Breakfast House will be serving up some of their seriously delicious food\, available for purchase throughout the evening. \n\nNick Shoulders\nBest Western Tour\nHere to put the “Try” in Country\nSaturday\, August 26\nDoors: 7 pm | Show: 8 pm \nWielding an ethereal croon and masterful whistle crafted from a lifetime chasing lizards through the Ozark hills\, Nick Shoulders is a living link to roots of country music with a penchant for the absurd. Combining his family’s deep ties to regional traditional singing with his years of playing to crowded street corners\, Nick has sought to forge a hybridized form of raucously clever country music; born of forgotten rocky hollers and bred to confront the tensions of the 21st century South. As evidenced by his surreal album art and anachronistic songwriting\, Nick’s creative output is steeped in the complicated history of his beloved home of rural Arkansas\, but crafted as a conscious rebuke of country music’s blind allegiance to historical seats of power and repression. With a kind word and a mean yodel\, Nick hopes to put the ‘Try’ in country. \nDean Johnson\nFor over ten years\, Dean Johnson’s rustic tenor and simply strummed acoustic guitar have been perking up ears around the PNW and beyond. Dean has gradually built a devoted fan base — strictly through live performances — singing existential cowboy waltzes\, ballads about wishing one could find a way out of heaven\, honest confessionals\, and other heartbreakers from a unique perspective. His first album\, Nothing for Me\, Please\, was released on May 5th\, 2023\, on Mama BirdRecording Co. \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FmAwFPqHTe0″ loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3I7ME1oacMA” loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_8fvDPw-IM” loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3UnB-Y8_20w” loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n 
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SUMMARY:Steep Canyon Rangers
DESCRIPTION:We’re having a hootenanny! Join us at the Matthews for Rhythm and Brews\, our new summer series celebrating American roots music! \nNot only do we have an incredible lineup of performers\, check out these ala cart items\, available at the Matthews day of show: \n• Crow Peak Brewery is on-site to keep the libations flowing and…wait for it…each ticketholder (21+) receives a token for one free flight of beer! (Additional drinks available for purchase). \n• Plus\, our friends at The Original Spearfish Breakfast House will be serving up some of their seriously delicious food\, available for purchase throughout the evening. \n\nSteep Canyon Rangers\nGrammy-Award Winners\nFriday\, August 4\nDoors: 7 pm | Show: 8 pm \nThe Rangers are made up of Graham Sharp on banjo and vocals\, Mike Guggino on mandolin/mandola and vocals\, Nicky Sanders on fiddle and vocals\, Mike Ashworth on drums and vocals\, Barrett Smith on bass\, guitar\, and vocals\, and Aaron Burdett on guitar and vocals. Steep Canyon Rangers have been on a journey that is uniquely their own. The band started in college at UNC-Chapel Hill\, then dove head first into bluegrass in its most traditional form\, and over the years has risen to the top of the bluegrass genre headlining top festivals such as Merlefest and Grey Fox Bluegrass. Only to then be discovered by Steve Martin\, famous actor and banjo player. Martin has taken the Rangers on over a decade-long tour introducing them to hundreds of thousands of new fans and giving them prime-time TV exposure. This has helped SCR become the most recognizable modern name in bluegrass music. The band has continued to tour extensively on their own\, without Martin\, and has expanded their genre into country\, jam\, and Americana. The Rangers are big players in the bluegrass/country and Americana scene today. They are often compared to predecessors The Band\, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band\, and the modern Zac Brown Band. \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ehueG2TQO0&t=9s” loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n 
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