Harry Dial, a Boise singer/songwriter played some acoustic music recently at Jak*s Place in Nampa. We heard many familiar favorites, and “West Memphis Love”, an original.
The Soulmates
The Soulmates, even though they’ve been around for 10 years, played Talon Tap & Spirits for the first time recently. This versatile quintet played a ton of pop and country music, including this one written by Bruce Springsteen.
Tuesdays on the Creek 2026 lineup!
We don’t cover festivals or concert series much because that would add too much to my plate. So, before I continue, here’s a plug: If you would like to cover festivals for Treasure Valley Notes, I would love to hear from you. Now, back to our regularly scheduled blog post.
If you’re not familiar with Tuesdays on the Creek, it is a 20-week concert series put on by Destination Caldwell. They bring in touring bands and showcase local ones, It’s at the Indian Creek Plaza and is a true family event. I hope to see you out there this summer! Here’s the lineup.
| Casio Dreams | May-19 |
| Red Light Challenge | May-26 |
| Olivia Harms | Jun-2 |
| Rob Leines w/Buckin’ Country | Jun-9 |
| The Junebugs | Jun-16 |
| Summer Dean | Jun-23 |
| Stef & The Groove | Jun-30 |
| Jeremy McComb w/Rochelle & The James Gang | Jul-7 |
| The Last Call | Jul-14 |
| Kota Dosa | Jul-21 |
| David Young & The Interstate Kings w/Kill-A-Brew | Jul-28 |
| Cliff Miller Band | Aug-4 |
| Dark Desert Highway w/Mike Johnston Band | Aug-11 |
| Ashley Wineland | Aug-18 |
| Orale! | Aug-25 |
| Layne Bowen Band | Sep-1 |
| Tree City Travelers w/Tater Patch | Sep-8 |
| Tejano Outlaw | Sep-15 |
| Crossroads | Sep-22 |
| Scotty Mac & The Nugs | Sep-29 |
Aaron Golay
Aaron Golay participated in a Singer songwriter night at Swirl Wine Shop & Lounge with Dave Nudo and Andrew Chappel. On at least two occasions Aaron was responsible for giving us chills and tears, including during this song about text messages to a beloved spouse that had passed.
Better Than Jam
Better Than Jam (Grant Wilson on guitar and Jami Wilson on fiddle) played music ranging from jazz to bluegrass, and some originals at Kerry Hill Winery. Here’s their song called “Miss you”.
A Fantastic Showcase
Boise is alive with music. For many years the city has been abuzz with a blossoming music scene, collaborations, and perhaps the most impressive: its songwriters. Late last fall, Brother Fantastic (Mikey Borup) and the newly formed IME Productions (Amber Ottey, Stephanie Cooper, Bobbi Sweet, and Sarah Simpson) started formulating ideas on how to continue the forward movement of collaborating songwriters. They had worked together through the summer on a musical film with director Rick Walters and felt the pull to keep creating opportunities for local musicians. Brother Fantastic suggested a showcase, something that was part open mic and part formal talent showcase. IME Productions sought out the venue and stylized the heck out of their ideas. Together, they formed: A Fantastic Showcase.
The Showcase began its run in January of this year in the upstairs ballroom of Ochos. It has featured a multitude of notable songwriters in and around Boise, inviting crowds of industry professionals, family, and friends. Each event has been a successful ode to the craft of songwriting while facilitating a collaborative networking opportunity all in one. The historic 1892 Queen Anne-style building is already a gorgeous setting for an event like this, but the ladies at IME have poured their stylistic soul into decking it out with thoughtful presence. (Shameless plug here, I know, but I’m going to keep yapping about it to anyone that will listen.)
While the Fantastic Showcase season is winding down, the Treasure Valley still has a chance to catch the last installment of the year. May will feature more of a country genre with Andrew Chappell and Dave Nudo leading the May 14th date.
The 28th will feature the same songwriter lineup along with local industry professionals like bookers, producers, and photographers. Visitors can expect a listening crowd, a stylized ambiance that caters to the artists, and a chance to network with musicians.
It’s been a refreshing songwriting event that has truly felt magnetic in its efforts to connect and display the talent of the Treasure Valley. Brother Fantastic and IME Productions are already planning for next season in 2027. You can follow A Fantastic Showcase on Facebook and Instagram to stay up to date on what’s in store.
If you’re a fan of local songwriting, this event is a “can’t miss.”
See you at Ocho’s!
Love,
Sarah
Don Henderson
Don Henderson, a Treasure Valley singer/songwriter, played a bunch of Classic Country tunes at Talon Tap & Spirits. Along the way, he did a song he wrote back in the 90’s.
Dave Nudo Trio
The Dave Nudo Trio (Dave Nudo on guitar & vocals, Danny Gately on drums, and Ronnie Long on lead guitar) played a great variety of music at Whiskey River in Nampa. They played Dave’s original “I Should Have Known”.
Grove Alley
Grove Alley brought a little New Orleans Jazz, a little Classic Rock, and a whole lot of groove to Swirl Wine Shop & Lounge in Nampa. Check out this traveling music I captured.
Caldy
Caldy & Mike Lemieux payed an afternoon of Pop and Jazz standards at Kerry Hill Winery in WIlder. Here, she covers the title track of a Norah Jones album I own.
