Horse Feathers / MAITA
Thursday, May 19 // Doors at 7 PM // Show at 7:30 PM // $15 HORSE FEATHERS “On Horse Feathers’ sixth album, their introverted persona has thawed, revealing a surprising affinity for the joy of Stax-era and countrified-soul.” —Pitchfork “…from Justin Ringle’s sandy-voiced warmth to lush string arrangements to fatalistic lyrics that undercut the surrounding swirl of sonic comfort food.” —NPR “The arrangements are beautiful, borderline orchestral, and contribute to an expanding Horse Feathers soundscape… Horse Feathers are forging a new way forward.” —Exclaim! “Horse Feathers has evolved expertly, and Appreciation is a case study in artistic growth.” —Pop Matters Horse Feathers, and their re-imagined string ensemble of seasoned players are returning to the road in the spring of 2022 in support of their April, Kill Rock Stars re-issue of their 2008 breakthrough release “House With No Home.” Justin Ringle and longtime violinist Nathan Crockett will be backed by new additions of upright bass (Luke Ydstie: The Hackles, Blind Pilot), banjo (Kati Claborn: The Hackles, Blind Pilot) and violin (Halli Anderson: River Whyless). The group will be performing selections from “House With No Home” as well as old favorites, highlighting the acoustic characteristics of earlier orchestral arrangements as well as the energy of recent releases. MAITA Growing up in Oregon splitting time between her mom’s Japanese-speaking home and her father’s English-speaking home, Maita-Keppeler found an expressive avenue out of her shyness through music. “I was getting so much out of songwriters like Elliott Smith, Feist, and Cat Power at a point when I really needed them,” she says. That fiery devotion brought her to perform at open mics in college, to connect with other people through art. Along with guitarist/producer Matthew Zeltzer, bassist Nevada Sowle, and multi-instrumentalist Cooper Trail, the Portland-based singer-songwriter tapped into that intimate longing, recording I Just Want To Be Wild For You in a recording studio located in the basement of a church. After the critical success of MAITA’s Kill Rock Stars debut, Best Wishes, Maita-Keppeler and her bandmates dedicated their time to reinforcing their already heady compositions, adding a deeper echo of the label’s indie rock legacy. From the churning glow of “Pastel Concrete” to the riotous give-and-take of “Honey, Have I Lost It All?”, I Just Want To Be Wild For You frames the complex emotionality of Maita-Keppeler’s lyrics in visceral songs that sink immediately into the heart. By picking apart the smallest moments of confusion, uncertainty, and disconnection, Maita-Keppeler’s songs discover the heights of emotion. “I write songs by listening and watching, trying to get to the truth of it all,” she says. The catharsis produced in that process comes naturally, and conveys to the listener just as easily as it does to Maita-Keppeler. In those moments of disconnect, of confusion, of isolation, I Just Want To Be Wild For You thunders ahead, forging unexpected connections along the way. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
Renee Ross + Stephen Jay Clement + Gabrielle Tusberg
Wednesday, April 27 // Doors at 7:30 PM // Show at 8 PM // $10 Renee Ross has been a dedicated lover of all things “pizzazz” from a young age. Her passion for the performing arts originated seated at a piano, while simultaneously training as a competitive figure skater at the age of 6. Attending Fresco Arts Academy as an adolescent artist, she studied voice and music composition through her teenage years. After landing the role of Hope Harcourt she realized the magic of putting all her passions together: dance, song, and expression. Since then, she went on to be highly involved in many of University of Montana’s dance productions, straight plays, and musicals while earning her BFA in Musical Theatre Performance. Stephen Jay Clement is a Missoula-born singer, songwriter, and actor. With a background of undergraduate studies in musical theatre, music composition, and ecomusicology at the University of Montana, Stephen draws inspiration from a broad variety of musical, theatrical, and environmental influences. Gabrielle Tusberg is a singer songwriter from Portland, OR. She has been writing her own music since high school and enjoys conveying deep emotion with her raw and honest lyrics. She is inspired by female artists like Jewel and Fiona Apple and hopes to come out with a complete album by fall of 2023. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
Play It Forward Vol. 6 – ‘No’ in support of Make Your Move Missoula
Thursday, April 14 // Doors at 7 PM // 7:30 PM // $10 ‘Play It Forward’ is a music series and podcast program curated to unite and uplift community artists and organizations in Missoula. Originally a live-streamed performance, Play It Forward is now in-person! For each show the ZACC and KBGA partner with a different organization and host local music performed at the ZACC Show Room, with proceeds going to that month’s organization. April’s performance boasts a former KBGAer Noelle Huser and her band No, playing in support of Make Your Move Missoula! No is the indie pop/alt-rock project of Noelle Huser joined by Erin and Duncan Szalda-Petree (of ESP), Ally Fradkin, and Caleb Tutty. They are currently working on their debut album Cold Sweat, which is set to release in 2022. Huser encapsulates the fever dream of her formative early adult years as she reflects on the past and grapples with the messy emotions of her present. Make Your Move! Missoula engages us as allies to prevent sexual violence in the greater Missoula area. This multi-faceted, inter-agency approach creates long-term, positive change by changing the beliefs and behaviors that support sexual violence, thus creating a safer and healthier community. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
JAZZOULA 2022
The ZACC & Rockin’ Rudy’s Present JAZZOULA 2022 Thursday, Friday, & Saturday, April 28, 29, & 30 at 6:30 PM (Doors at 5:30 PM) // Sunday, May 1 at 11 AM (doors at 10 AM) // $18 General Admission // $15 Students & Seniors (50+)Sunday’s Line-up Includes:U of M ComboNaomi Moon Siegel Trio featuring Tommy Sciple & Ed StallingMilan House Quartet w/ Jeff TroxelPatti Nolan Jazzoula ’22! Celebrating 20 years of Jazz in the Missoula community – presenting 20 plus jazz combos, big bands, vocalists, and multi-instrumentalists over four days, April 28, 29, 30, & Sunday May 1. Providing a complete variety of the only original form of American music: jazz. Jazzoula gives the listener a chance to experience Missoula’s eclectic jazz performers showcasing their individual talents with their groups, and as soloists. Combo jazz, trios, big band, vocalists, student groups, and various musical incarnations. Missoula stars include the Basement Boyz, Chuck Florence & Jim Driscoll, Canta Brasil, David Horgan, Josh Farmer, Melody Anderson and her Divas, Stephane Gariepy Band, Margi Cates, Kimberlee Carlson, Women’s Swing Orchestra, Steve Kalling & Steve Gore, Bill Kautz & Crosswalk, Naomi Siegel, Night Blooming Jasmine, UM Combos, High School Combos, Missoula Jazz Collective – plus many more acts to be added. Enjoy short sets and a fantastic variety of awesome jazz music. See you there. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
JAZZOULA 2022
The ZACC & Rockin’ Rudy’s Present JAZZOULA 2022 Thursday, Friday, & Saturday, April 28, 29, & 30 at 6:30 PM (Doors at 5:30 PM) // Sunday, May 1 at 11 AM (doors at 10 AM) // $18 General Admission // $15 Students & Seniors (50+)Saturday’s Line-up Includes:Lhanna Writesel QuartetMelody Anderson/Diva PerformancecrosstalkVirginia Vinal Women’s Swing Orchestra w/ Kimberlee CarlsonJazz CollectiveSalsa Loca Jazzoula ’22! Celebrating 20 years of Jazz in the Missoula community – presenting 20 plus jazz combos, big bands, vocalists, and multi-instrumentalists over four days, April 28, 29, 30, & Sunday May 1. Providing a complete variety of the only original form of American music: jazz. Jazzoula gives the listener a chance to experience Missoula’s eclectic jazz performers showcasing their individual talents with their groups, and as soloists. Combo jazz, trios, big band, vocalists, student groups, and various musical incarnations. Missoula stars include the Basement Boyz, Chuck Florence & Jim Driscoll, Canta Brasil, David Horgan, Josh Farmer, Melody Anderson and her Divas, Stephane Gariepy Band, Margi Cates, Kimberlee Carlson, Women’s Swing Orchestra, Steve Kalling & Steve Gore, Bill Kautz & Crosswalk, Naomi Siegel, Night Blooming Jasmine, UM Combos, High School Combos, Missoula Jazz Collective – plus many more acts to be added. Enjoy short sets and a fantastic variety of awesome jazz music. See you there. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
JAZZOULA 2022
The ZACC & Rockin’ Rudy’s Present JAZZOULA 2022 Thursday, Friday, & Saturday, April 28, 29, & 30 at 6:30 PM (Doors at 5:30 PM) // Sunday, May 1 at 11 AM (doors at 10 AM) // $18 General Admission // $15 Students & Seniors (50+)Friday’s Line-up Includes:Matt Austin QuartetThe Absent Wilson Conspiracy w/ Steven GoresSG Modern Jazz ProjectChuck Florence/Jim Driscoll BandCanta Brasil Jazzoula ’22! Celebrating 20 years of Jazz in the Missoula community – presenting 20 plus jazz combos, big bands, vocalists, and multi-instrumentalists over four days, April 28, 29, 30, & Sunday May 1. Providing a complete variety of the only original form of American music: jazz. Jazzoula gives the listener a chance to experience Missoula’s eclectic jazz performers showcasing their individual talents with their groups, and as soloists. Combo jazz, trios, big band, vocalists, student groups, and various musical incarnations. Missoula stars include the Basement Boyz, Chuck Florence & Jim Driscoll, Canta Brasil, David Horgan, Josh Farmer, Melody Anderson and her Divas, Stephane Gariepy Band, Margi Cates, Kimberlee Carlson, Women’s Swing Orchestra, Steve Kalling & Steve Gore, Bill Kautz & Crosswalk, Naomi Siegel, Night Blooming Jasmine, UM Combos, High School Combos, Missoula Jazz Collective – plus many more acts to be added. Enjoy short sets and a fantastic variety of awesome jazz music. See you there. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
JAZZOULA 2022
The ZACC & Rockin’ Rudy’s Present JAZZOULA 2022 Thursday, Friday, & Saturday, April 28, 29, & 30 at 6:30 PM (Doors at 5:30 PM) // Sunday, May 1 at 11 AM (doors at 10 AM) // $18 General Admission // $15 Students & Seniors (50+)Thursday’s Line-up Includes:Margi CatesJosh FarmerNight Blooming JasmineBasement BoyzKyle Curtis Trio Jazzoula ’22! Celebrating 20 years of Jazz in the Missoula community – presenting 20 plus jazz combos, big bands, vocalists, and multi-instrumentalists over four days, April 28, 29, 30, & Sunday May 1. Providing a complete variety of the only original form of American music: jazz. Jazzoula gives the listener a chance to experience Missoula’s eclectic jazz performers showcasing their individual talents with their groups, and as soloists. Combo jazz, trios, big band, vocalists, student groups, and various musical incarnations. Missoula stars include the Basement Boyz, Chuck Florence & Jim Driscoll, Canta Brasil, David Horgan, Josh Farmer, Melody Anderson and her Divas, Stephane Gariepy Band, Margi Cates, Kimberlee Carlson, Women’s Swing Orchestra, Steve Kalling & Steve Gore, Bill Kautz & Crosswalk, Naomi Siegel, Night Blooming Jasmine, UM Combos, High School Combos, Missoula Jazz Collective – plus many more acts to be added. Enjoy short sets and a fantastic variety of awesome jazz music. See you there. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
Ridgeway + adam + Sarah Frazier
Sunday, April 10 // Doors at 7 PM // 7:30 PM // $10 Ridgeway is a band from Santa Ana California. The band has been growing since 2013 through DIY touring and collaborative efforts. They are currently supporting their 2nd full length effort ‘Marlo’, which packs an emotional punch with combinations of shoegaze, post punk, and modern pop rock. Sarah Frazier creates soundscapes like the darkest of rural Montana nights when the stars look like diamonds floating on an impossibly deep inkwell. Heavy, graceful, and beautifully ominous. Adam G. Holden, performing under simply the moniker ‘adam’, makes music that begs to answer the age old question: What’s in a name? Textured arrangements and sometimes autobiographical but always deeply personal lyrics have earned him a spot in the long line of great singer-songwriters who coax music out of the most tender parts of themselves. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
Poliça (+ Wilsen)
Tuesday, July 5 // Doors at 7 PM // 8 PM // $15 (Advance tix recommended) The ZACC is excited to welcome Poliça (Minneapolis) to the Show Room JULY 2022, with opener Wilsen (Brooklyn). Poliça is Channy Leaneagh (vocals, synth), Chris Bierden (bass), Drew Christopherson (drums) and Ben Ivascu (drums), with Ryan Olson joining the band in studio as a producer. Poliça’s 2020 album, When We Stay Alive, possesses a new confidence in its sound, reflected in its fierce, determined songs and anchored by the heavy synths and punctuating beats of Poliça co-founder and producer Ryan Olson. Over the last several years Olson and Leaneagh have widely collaborated with musicians from all over the world: both with Bon Iver, and Leaneagh individually with Boys Noize, Lane 8, Sasha, Leftfield, and Daniel Wohl; Olson with Swamp Dogg in addition to countless musicians from the 37d03d collective. As a result, When We Stay Alive features one of the largest musical casts of any Poliça record to date. On Poliça’s first three albums, Leaneagh focused on restructuring the world and her relationships within it. On When We Stay Alive, she realizes the power in restructuring her inner self. The album’s title references the idea of moving forward through life – our experiences, both good and bad – and what happens next with the strength we find. “I had been living unconsciously in past trauma,” Leaneagh says. “I don’t want to deny something happened – this is not about repression – it’s about taking the power back from the past, holding the power in the present, and creating a new story for myself.”https://www.thisispolica.com/ https://www.youtube.com/user/polica https://www.instagram.com/thisispolica/ https://twitter.com/thisispolica https://polica.bandcamp.com/ For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
mssv (Mike Baggetta, Stephen Hodges, Mike Watt)
w/ Rob Travolta & Black Shore!Tuesday // April 19 // Doors at 7 // Show at 8 // $15 // Advance tickets recommended No less an authority than Nels Cline, the high priest of art-rock guitarists, has called Mike Baggetta a “guitar poet.” That poetry, alternately gnarled and flowing, is on fine display in Main Steam Stop Valve, the second album by (and the decompressed namesake of) mssv, an experimental rock trio featuring Baggetta, the legendary punk bassist Mike Watt, and the versatile drummer Stephen Hodges.The collaboration began when Watt, of The Minutemen fame, joined Baggetta and seasoned session drummer Jim Keltner to record an improvised jazz-rock album called Wall of Flowers, an eight-track romp from pastoral splendor to urban din and back again. When Keltner declined to tour, they brought in Hodges, whose credits as a player include Mavis Staples, Tom Waits, and David Lynch, not to mention Contemplating the Engine Room with Watt.Solidified as mssv—some heretofore unimagined hybrid of a punky power trio and a dreamy experimental rock band—they released Main Steam Stop Valve, which blends industrial vigor and impressionistic languor into a lingering impression of “pressure, combustion, power, and hissing clouds of sonic poetry,” as Premier Guitar said. From the throttled surf guitar of “The Mystery Of” and the glimmering post-rock of “Every Growing Thing” to groovy, songful numbers like “Old Crow,” there’s no telling which way the band will turn at any given moment, a proposition that becomes a promise when they break down and reassemble these songs live, with an instinct for restraint and an openness to anarchy.___ “…vintage twang in service of Americana-meets exploratory Jazz-psych…” -Rolling Stone “The chemistry is palpable, the vibe is loose, and the songs are all worlds unto themselves.” -Aquarium Drunkard “…stealthy, mysterious music…” -New York Times “…full of subversive surprises, hellacious skronking, string-scraping and a general hornets’ nest of fuzz-toned dissonance.” -Slate Magazine “Mike Baggetta is a genre-blurring guitar hero…at the forefront of an army of guitar innovators” -JazzTimes Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/0TS1fBRAlrf4WrcgV85XjS Bandcamp: https://mikebaggetta.bandcamp.com/ For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
