Bill Coffey & His Cash Money Cousins was the opening band for Tuesdays on the Creek at Indian Creek Plaza in Caldwell. Bill is a songwriter, singer, guitar player and bandleader who seamlessly melds the heartfelt storytelling of country with the raw emotion and energy of classic soul. The show was all original and the variety of music styles was impressive.

Spencer Batt played a high-energy, fancy-pickin’ show at The Getaway Sunday afternoon. With his acoustic guitar, you hear this Jimmi Hendrix riff and wonder, “How is THAT going to work?”. And then he shows you! Here’s an original called “Road Less Traveled”.

Andy Crosby, a local singer/songwriter, played a evening of music Saturday at the Star Saloon. He grew up in Donnelly and loves the small-town life. In October, he will head for Austin for more recording. Here’s one written for his brother Jeff, In My Arms.

Michele Eastland is a Boise singer who specializes in jazz, blues, and timeless classics. Michele sang an evening of engaging music Friday evening at the Level Up Lounge in Meridian. I just love this Madonna tune and had to capture it.

Cliff Miller & Makaela Ruggs, played some country/folk music Wednesday evening at Lovely Hallow Farms near Caldwell. Cliff‘s music is defined by catchy melodies and poignant lyrics, inspired by his growing up in a small town and the family life he enjoys. Makaela is a staple of the Idaho fiddle community who adds lovely color to Cliff’s music. This original is called “True North“.

Day Job View ia a Treasure Valley band featuring Lanae (vocals/rhythm guitar) who sings like a bird, Rase (drummer) who has way too much fun back there, and Ryan (electric guitar) who can make that thing sound like all kind of instruments. At Indian Creek Winery Sunday afternoon, among an eclectic group of covers, they did this original, “Mystery Of Her”.

Steady Rush, Boise’s acoustic pop duo, played at Maddie’s Wine and Whiskey in Meridian Wednesday evening. We heard covers done by The Four Tops, Gnarls Barkley, Amy Winehouse, Bryan Adams, The Temptations, Uncle Kracker, and more plus this original “Still Love Me” which can be found on Spotify.

Stef and The Groove, performed their eclectic mix of Rock, R&B, Funk, Pop, Country, Contemporary Blues and more, at Tuesdays on the Creek at Indian Creek Plaza in Caldwell. They did music from The Doobie Bros,  Stevie Ray Vaughan, Stevie Wonder, Fleetwood Mac, The Temptations, Elton John, Kiki Dee, Steve Winwood, Heart, The Commodores and this one by Labelle from the mid 70’s.

Helen Smith, a Treasure Valley musician, played an evening of interesting covers at Voodoo Brewing Friday evening. We heard music done by The Drifters, Darius Rucker, Gordon Lightfoot, Van Morrison, Rolling Stones, Mazzy Star, Tracy Chapman, Sting, and this from Jimmy Buffett.

Curtis Laib, who says his music leans to the redneck side, played Sunday afternoon at Indian Creek Winery. Curtis lives near Glenns Ferry and makes his way to the Treasure Valley occasionally. He played an interesting set of covers from sources like Leonard Cohen, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Prince, Three Dog Night, and Jim Croce, plus this original about divorce.