The Downtown Bozeman Association is proud to present the 23rd Annual Music on Main summer concert series this summer in Historic Downtown Bozeman. Music on Main will be located on Main Street from Rouse to Black Ave. The fun begins at 6:30 PM until 8:30 PM on Thursday evenings from July 6th to August 10th. This event is hosted by the Downtown Bozeman Association and is free and open to the public.
Live bands, both local and touring, will be featured in this 6-week series. Music starts at 7 PM and lasts until 8:30 PM. Check out 2023's lineup is below:
July 6th – Dammit Lauren!
July 13th – Float Like a Buffalo
July 20th – Swagger
July 27th – The Powell Brothers
August 3rd – Paige & the Peoples Band
August 10th – Kimberly Dunn
Bring the kids from 6:30-8 PM to the Coca Cola “Kids’ Zone” on South Bozeman Avenue with inflatables other interactive activities provided by the Gallatin Area’s best Nonprofits. Grab a bite to eat from one of our many rotating food vendors, step into a few of the downtown stores that stay open late, and of course enjoy outstanding live music from popular local and nationally recognized bands!
Listen to our MoM 2023 Spotify playlist HERE!
July 6th – Dammit Lauren!
Alt-Rock/Indie Rock
Dammit Lauren! is an alt-rock/indie rock trio from Montana. Their soulful sound combines unconventional chords, driving rhythm, and Lauren's dynamic vocals to create a unique musical experience. With a focus on original music, their rocking jams and pop hooks have already attracted a large following, and they've performed in front of thousands at prominent Montana festivals and venues. The band has headlined some of Big Sky's biggest annual events, including the Music In The Mountains series, New Years Eve, and Pond Skim, and has opened for several nationally touring acts such as Jamestown Revival and Kitchen Dwellers.
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July 13th – Float Like a Buffalo
Ska-Funk-Reggae-Jam-Rock
Float Like a Buffalo is Horn-driven Ska-funk-reggae-rock. Nods to the funk of Lettuce and The Motet, jam of Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, rock of Red Hot Chili Peppers and Chicago Transit Authority, soul of James Brown, & high-energy guitar licks of Jimi Hendrix all combine to make a unique sound that’s impossible not to dance to.
The band has become a regional funk sensation over the past five years, playing sold out and near-sold-out shows at major Colorado venues like Red Rocks, The Bluebird Theater, Gothic Theatre, Levitt Pavilion, and Marquis Theater – and taking the crown for Best Funk Band in Denver in Westword’s 2019 Music Awards.
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July 20th – Swagger
Celtic Rock
Swagger is a Celtic rock band that has been entertaining audiences across the United States since 2007. Known for their high-energy stage performances and catchy original songs, Swagger's music celebrates Irish culture while also exploring themes of oppression and emigration.
With four studio albums under their belt, the band has shared stages with a diverse range of musical acts, including The Young Dubliners, Brother, and The English Beat. The band's unique sound draws from a wide range of musical genres, including rock, ska, funk, jazz, classical, bluegrass, and country. With their constantly evolving repertoire and exceptional musicianship, Swagger delivers a complete entertainment experience that audiences won't soon forget. Make sure to catch them in action!
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July 27th – The Powell Brothers
Country
The Powell Brothers are a country music group comprised of brothers Taylor Powell (lead vocals, guitar, bass) and Blake Powell (vocals, bass, guitar) and Mike Bishop Smith (drums, vocals). Their music combines elements of country and rock genres, and they have released 11 singles, 4 EPs, and 1 full-length album. Their most recent single, "Drive," was released on August 26, 2022, and focuses on the importance of self-care. The band spent the pandemic writing and recording new music at their recording studio and rehearsal space, "The Farm," resulting in a new edgy and hard-hitting sound. The Powell Brothers have performed at major music festivals across the United States and have toured with big names in country music such as Cody Johnson, Parker McCollum, and Granger Smith.
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August 3rd – Paige & the Peoples Band
Soul Rock
Paige & The People's Band is a nine-piece band from Montana that plays a mix of funk, soul, and rock with a modern twist. The band is known for their high-energy performances and diverse music, infused with a generous dose of soul in every song. The group is led by lead singer Paige Rasmussen, and her brother, Aaron Rasmussen, serves as the drummer and vocalist. Other members of the band include Mike "The Wizard" Kozeil on keys, Ben Johns on saxophone, Orin Gunderson on trumpet, Casey George on bass, Leah Hueser and Karla Vandersloot on vocals, and Dan Bradner on guitar. The band members have shared the stage with musical legends such as BB King, The Doobie Brothers, and Lyle Lovett, and have toured the US and Europe. Paige & The People's Band brings a sense of occasion to their performances with their impressive wardrobe and big band, powerhouse sound.
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August 10th – Kimberly Dunn
Country Rock
Kimberly Dunn is a country artist from Texas who has been burning up the charts in her native Texas. She has released an 11-track album titled New Smoke Show, produced by Grammy Award winner Chad Carlson (Taylor Swift, Trisha Yearwood). Her music is a combination of various musical influences, including country, pop, and rock 'n' roll. She is known for staying true to herself and her music, rather than being worried about being called a sell-out. She founded the Dunn Good Foundation, a non-profit organization that supports an array of different causes.
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This event is 100% funded by our business sponsorships – thank you to our sponsors!
Our 2023 Presenting Sponsors: 94.7 "The Moose", Element Bozeman, Kenyon Noble, Lehrkind’s Coca-Cola & Coors Light, Gibson, Pendleton Whiskey
The 2023 Gold Sponsors: Little Stinkers, NBC Montana, Northwestern Energy, Rocking R Bar
Our 2023 Silver Sponsors: Blackfoot Communications, Happy Trash Can, MacKenzie River Pizza Co, Mountain Home Vacation Rentals, Peak Skis
Our 2023 Bronze Sponsors: Sweet Pea Festival, American Legion, Big Sky Tutoring, Bridgercare, Crystal Bar, First Security Bank, SCL Health now Intermountain Health, Sign Solutions, Pub 317
Our 2023 Friends of Music on Main: Altitude Apartments – Managed by RTE Property Group, Double Dog Cannabis, One Valley Community Foundation, Outside Bozeman
And generous Food Sponsors: Bacchus Pub, Five on Black, MacKenzie River Pizza, Shine Beer Sanctuary