6 EPISODES
Press Play
Press Play at the Daily Inter Lake invites you into the newspaper pressroom for unique concerts and original music by Northwest Montana’s most talented musicians. In the vein of a Tiny Desk Concert, watch as our local talent serenades a live audience in these one-off performances. Tune in for our monthly performances, interviews with the band, and cuts of our favorite songs from each Press Play performance.
EPISODES
Harmonizing from Montana to New York: The Story of Folk Indie Americana Duo Big Sky City Lights
In our interview with Nick Spear and Susan O’Dea, Taylor Inman dives into the duo's journey - who formed Big Sky City Lights born from the unexpected circumstances of the COVID-19 pandemic. With one member in New York City and the other in Whitefish, Montana, the duo began collaborating remotely, creating cover songs that resonated deeply with their growing audience. Their music, characterized by a blend of distinct cultural influences and creative perseverance, showcases the beauty that can emerge from challenges. We explore how they navigated the distance, their creative process, and the serendipitous success of their first album.
Big Sky City Lights perform live on our press room floor for a lunchtime show on Friday, September 13th, 2024. Please visit https://flatheadtickets.com/ for information on tickets.
Connect with the band!
Website - https://www.bigskycitylights.com/
YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/bigskycitylights
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bigskycitylights/
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/3j42U0InVLix5K1LfjW1I2?si=MH3on1TnRRimRdncrX8yoA
Apple Music - https://music.apple.com/us/artist/big-sky-city-lights/1566644337
August 29, 2024
Interview with Brent Jameson: A Journey Through Music and Life
Join us as reporter Taylor Inman learns more about the life and music of Whitefish musician Brent Jameson. From his early days of songwriting at age 11 in Cincinnati to finding his way to the Flathead Valley, Brent's journey is one of creativity, resilience, and continuous evolution. Discover how personal struggles and triumphs have shaped his bluesy, jazzy, and reggae-inspired sound, and hear about his plans for the future, including an ambitious national tour and new musical directions.
Brent opens up about the inspiration behind some of his most poignant songs and his collaboration with talented musicians who have enriched his musical landscape. Don't miss his soulful story and live performances, including his upcoming Press Play concert with Ben Darce. Tune in for an intimate look at the man behind the music and his next exciting chapter.
Watch Jameson and Darce’s Press Play performance on Friday, August 2nd at noon MST. Subscribers can join for a unique music listening experience at the Daily Inter Lake by donating to the Newspapers in Education initiative. Tickets are available at FlatheadTickets.com or by calling 406-758-4436. The performance will be live-streamed on the Daily Inter Lake Facebook and Instagram pages! https://www.instagram.com/dailyinterlake/
Discover Jameson’s songs on his YouTube page, and for more information about upcoming performances, visit his Instagram page.
July 25, 2024
Barrel Stove Combo - Full Jazz Concert on the Press Floor
On Friday, June 7th, Barrel Stove Combo joined us for a lunchtime show on our press floor to wrap up Season One of Press Play. Rebecca Nelson on flute and tenor saxophone, Eric Gates playing an eight-string guitar, and Vinnie Rannazzisi on the drums brought the jazz to the Daily Inter Lake. It was a free-flowing improvisational dance of original jazz tunes; and the trio's long-standing friendship with each other was palpable.
Connect with Barrel Stove Combo
Watch our interview with the band before the show
Daily Inter Lake's Press Play concerts are a subscriber-only benefit and support our Newspaper in Education (NIE) Program.
Big thanks to our sponsor this month, North Valley Music School! NVMS is the only nonprofit, community music school in Montana! They teach over 600 students annually from babies to adults through private lessons, group classes, ensembles, summer camps, and workshops. They bring music to over 1,500 community members each year through concerts, free workshops, and community performances.
NVMS relies on donations and grants from individuals, businesses, and foundations to keep their school running and provide affordable, quality music education for all. Scholarships are available for all ages and abilities. If you want to support NVMS, please contact Deidre Corson at deidre@northvalleymusicschool.org or visit https://www.nvms.me/ to learn more about their capital campaign.
June 7, 2024
Interview with Barrel Stove Combo
Taylor Inman meets with musicians Vinnie, Rebecca, and Eric of Barrel Stove Combo. They talk about how they met, the few practices they need a year and their love of jazz. The Barrel Stove Combo performs Friday, June 7th on the pressroom floor at the Daily Inter Lake to wrap up the first season of Press Play.
Read Taylor's article
Tickets to the show
Connect with the band
Daily Inter Lake's Press Play concerts are a subscriber-only benefit and support our Newspaper in Education (NIE) Program.
Big thanks to our sponsor this month, North Valley Music School! NVMS is the only nonprofit, community music school in Montana! They teach over 600 students annually from babies to adults through private lessons, group classes, ensembles, summer camps, and workshops. They bring music to over 1,500 community members each year through concerts, free workshops, and community performances.
North Valley Music School relies on donations and grants from individuals, businesses, and foundations to keep their school running and provide affordable, quality music education for all. Scholarships are available for all ages and abilities. If you want to support NVMS, please contact Deidre Corson at deidre@northvalleymusicschool.org or visit https://www.nvms.me/ to learn more about their capital campaign.
May 30, 2024
Halladay & Rob Quist - Full Concert
On Friday, Mat 3rd, Halladay and Rob Quist joined us for a lunchtime show on our press floor. The father-daughter duo shared love letters to Montana and a few puns; their family talent spans across generations.
Singer-songwriter Rob founded the Mountain Mission Wood Band and has had his songs sung by Michael Martin Murphy and Loretta Lynn. He has appeared with musical acts Heart, the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Jimmy Buffett, and Dolly Parton, among others.
When Halladay — a music talent in her own right — and Rob aren’t crooning a country melody with trio partner Clara Weick, they’re acting in movies, playing shows, and creating a plan to bring more music to Montana children.
Watch our interview with Rob and Halladay
Read Taylor Inman's interview with the Quists before the show
Learn more about Halladay and her upcoming shows and connect with her:
Facebook / halladaymusic
Instagram / halladay.quist
YouTube / @halladayquist7399
Montana's Got Talent
Connect with Rob Quist on Facebook!
May 3, 2024
Interview with Halladay and Rob Quist
Taylor Inman meets with musician father/daughter duo Rob and Halladay Quist at Halladay's Starlight Studio. They talk about their musical upbringings, the importance of musical education, and their bond. They will play on the Daily Inter Lake press floor on May 3rd, 2024! Read Taylor's article.
Big thanks to our sponsor this month, Parkside Credit Union! They are passionate about serving their communities and look no further to find a loan in northwest Montana. Connect with them - www.parksidefcu.com.