the hootenanny.

every monday night out in moose, wyoming (where moose frequently show their racks)
there's a little shin dig called The Hootenanny.
locals and sometimes traveling musicians sign up to pick some strings and sing their hearts out
while guests grub on chuck wagon fare and local brewskis.
the sunsets at Dornan's might be the best in the valley.
my friends and i grabbed some vino and snacks and enjoyed some raw talent on stage.
bravo to all who get up there!
i encourage all who visit to make this a stop on their trip.
its free and fun!
plus, there's a teepee, so i'm into that.

fireworks, how i missed thee.

{july 3rd at teton village}

{teton village fireworks.}

holy visitors!  i don't think i've ever seen this town as busy as it is right now.

there was a lot going on (and still going on) around these parts for america's berf.

food was devoured, music was grooved to, and fireworks were a-blazin'.

last year (see here) there was a fire ban that prevented any sort of sparking in the sky.

and let me tell you, a year without fireworks is like a year without....well i don't know but it sure was good to see them again.

with town being so busy, we jumped in the truck and headed over the pass to victor, idaho.

^^ the victor emporium huckleberry milkshakes are well worth the 30 minute drive, if you ask me.

they're world famous, you know.

we ended the day with live music, sparklers, and fireworks!

rock me mama....old crow medicine show sure was fun to see live. 

i have a real thing for banjos.

get your boogie on.

live music has always been a huge part of my summers.
ever since i was a wee one and my parents were in a band.
um, we can talk about that later....
nothing beats dancing with friends in the warm evenings while sipping a cold brew.
jackson hole live has been hosting free live music this summer at the base of snow king mountain
where i just discovered sister sparrow & the dirty birds.  grace potter meets a 10 piece band.
i've got a new girl crush.

above is my guide to an easy and carefree boogie session this summer.
get the look below!

the wheeler bros.

{celebrating backstage post show}

have you heard of the wheeler brothers yet?

well if not, let me introduce you to your new favorite band.

these guys played at the Pink Garter Theater on tuesday and rocked it.

the band is made up of 3 wheeler bros (patrick, tyler, and nolan) plus aj molyneaux and danny matthews.

not only did they play a free show, they bought the entire audience a round of drinks.

i do not lie.

they are currently on tour this summer so check out if they are hitting your neck of the woods, here.

they head back to their hometown austin, tx this fall to play austin city limits.

you best be checking these boys out!

*local note: special thanks to Poppa Presents!

here's a video of my favorite wheeler brothers tune.  enjoy:

over the pass.

music on main is every thursday over in victor, id.

my friends and i checked it out a few weeks ago.

twas totally free.

the gyros.....delicious-ness

rachel was so hungry, she tried to eat my face.

outdoor music + summer evenings equals one of my favorite combos.

{throw friends and vino into the mix and i'm a happy egg.}

high...on life

ask me how my day was.
seriously...ask me!
ok fine, i'll tell you how my day went through photos.

#1.  i skied corbet's couloir this morning for the first time ever.  google it.  top photo of me as proof! i'm proud to say that i did not fall and skiied down with the biggest smile on my face.  WHEW!

#2. widespread panic booked 3 nights at grand targhee over the 4th of july. one of my fave bands at one of my fave venues in one of my fave places.  (visitors welcomed and expected)

#2.5.  the new mastersounds will be playing with widespread.  gah!

#3. after corbet's and a fat tram burger, i purchased my flight to sri lanka.  i'll be beachin' it in no time.

feeling seriously high on life today.  going to end this day with my favorite meal in jackson hole with amazing company.

sending happiness to all of you.  muaaaah!

if you haven't heard.

The New Mastersounds and Fox Street Allstars are coming to jhole again!..... .click {here}.
let's help them start off their spring tour the right way. the jackson way...duh.
tomorrow night.  town square tavern.
bring your funky dance moves, seriously.

one-man band

jules and i hit up martin sexton at the center for the arts last night.
i was blown away. i highly suggest checking him out if he's in your neck of the woods.
his voice is incredible and he's pretty funny too.

fox street allstars

Be there.
Dancing shoes required.

a new year

i usually find new years eve completely overrated.  plus, i've been super sick for the last two eve's so i haven't been able to enjoy myself.  this year i finally took some holiday time off and after driving 8 hrs to denver with my friend and his 90 year old great aunt stella, i flew to ohio for xmas, then back to denver for some skiing and good times.  we made it to the pepsi center for the widespread panic show (my fave band) to ring in the new year with family and friends.  we even somehow stole an empty box suite. thanks aaron!

the hippie in me suggests that you check out the show on panicstream.com, it will blow your mind!  no, but seriously, the show was amazing.  check it.

hope you all had a fun and safe nye!  cheers to a great 2011~ 

bring on the funk

The New Mastersounds and Fox Street Allstars stopped by jackson last thursday.
awesome show at the pink garter. these guys are too much fun.
we had them over for a pre-get-funky dinner.
New Mastersounds are from the UK and we thought it appropriate to throw an old fashion american bbq.

good talks. amazing show. check them out next time they are in your neck of the woods.

good wknd

a few things from the weekend

red, white, and whoo!

this 4th of july weekend consists of......

friday. dj birthday bash. old friends arrive from colorado. beer.

saturday. white water rafting. beer. yellowstone. camping curtis canyon. fireworks.

sunday. widespread panic. noodling. beer. camping. partying until the wee hours.

no work monday!

have an amazing 4th of july, be it at the beach, mountains, or cedar point.

are the rumors true?

Finally, some good music in the Hole! The rumors that Bob Dylan will be playing at Snow King Resort (literally a stones throw away from my house) are true and official, according to his tour website.

Thank you music gods.

Bobs + Willie + in my backyard = one helluvah summer.

oh, and lets not forget Widespread in 2 weeks!!!

I've got a girl crush...

{closing day at jackson hole mountain. jhunderground.com}

Every guy wants her. Every girl wants to be her.

She's the reason I seriously bought a pair of high waisted bell bottom jeans.

A new age Janis Joplin with an amazing voice, incredible hair, and the ability to rock a leather jacket like no other. And, she loves playing in Jackson.

If you ever have a chance to see Grace Potter live, I highly suggest going.

She will blow you away.

Voted "Best New Band of 2010" by Rolling Stones magazine.

Check her out for youself...