
James Keelaghan & Jez Lowe - A chance-meeting at a folk festival almost thirty years ago has led to a musical collaboration between two singer-songwriters, our own James Keelaghan and Jez Lowe from England, that has seen them play to audiences around the globe, from North America to Australia and to Europe, and which continues to this day.
Every couple of years they each take a break from their busy solo careers to share stages and songs and inspire each other with their voices, their wit and a friendship that lights up each performance. The pair share an Irish heritage that certainly informs their writing and brings with it an enthusiasm for boundary-breaking and story-telling in song that is both infectious and enthralling, timeless and contemporary, unpredictable and yet focused. In other words, they surely and inevitably bring the best out of each other.
 

Jenny Allen – Alberta artist Allen has been captivating audiences for years, as she does something very challenging; have music as a career. A good friend of the BVMC, we are excited to have Jenny Allen open for her long-time friend, James.
“Allen's sound is based in traditional country/roots. She's smart and has the cynicism that comes from one too many bad decisions or relationships. It gives her songs an edge and makes her interesting. Her experience has been hard won and her songs are expressed honestly without flinching.” BC Musician Magazine

SCA Community Centre

James Keelaghan & Jez Lowe with Jenny Allen opening

General Admission

Bow Valley Music Club


The Black Feathers, the husband and wife duo of Ray Hughes and Sian Chandler based in Gloucestershire, UK, play a blend of music which is a combination of English folk influences, some Irish heritage, and a large splash of Americana inspiration, all held together with close Bluegrass harmonies.
“With the country and Americana scenes becoming ever more crowded in the UK, it can be hard to stand out among many talented individuals. However, The Black Feathers make an effortless success of this task.” songblog
 

The Travelling Mabels – Getting Groovy show. We know the Mabels, and love them for their harmonies, stage presence, audience rapport and all around music chops, and their new show promises all that and more with a look back at the music of the 60’s and 70’s.
Groovy.

The Black Feathers; The Travelling Mabels Gettin Groovy


Sultans of String Christmas Caravan –
As winter crests and the mercury falls, everyone from your taxi driver to the music supervisor at the mall starts running timeless hits like "Jingle Bells" and "Silent Night." But for their Christmas Caravan show and album, (which hit Billboard’s World Music Charts and the New York Times Hits List), Canada’s global groove wizards Sultans of String celebrate the holiday spirit with an adventurous musical trip around the world, featuring exuberant originals, world-music inspired classics, and seasonal favourites to warm your heart on a cold winter’s night.
From fiery fiddle tunes to a Caribbean sleigh ride, this holiday fiesta heats up when Sultans of String bring their signature sound to well known gems such as Little Drummer Boy, Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring, Greensleeves, and Silent Night, as well as a Django inspired Django Christmas, and a Rumba fuelled Jingle Bells. 
SPECIAL GUEST:
 Rebecca Campbell
Rebecca Campbell is an acclaimed and prolific singer who also serves up percussion, Stella guitar, melodica, and harmonica. Bred in the Maritimes and Ottawa, educated in Montreal, and now based in Toronto, Rebecca has performed with Jane Siberry, Lynn Miles, Porkbelly Futures, Parachute Club, Royal Ottawa, Ian Tamblyn, among countless others. Her gorgeous voice has graced both the big and small screen, and on over 120 recordings.

Sultans of String - Christmas Caravan


Diyet & The Love Soldiers - During the last decade, Diyet & the Love Soldiers have performed nationally in Canada and internationally in Europe, at major folk, jazz, world and multi-disciplinary festivals and theatres. TV appearances include; APTN Indigenous Day Live, CTV Atlantic Morning Show, CBC New Years Eve and the National Broadcast.
“Diyet isn’t chasing trends — she’s channeling truths. 'I’ve always believed that music is medicine,' she says. 'And right now, we all need a little healing.' From a tent in the Yukon to the world stage, Diyet’s story is still being written. But one thing’s for sure: she’s dreaming big, and she’s inviting us all to dream with her.” North2north

 
Over The Moon – Featuring award-winning vocal and multi-instrumentalists, Suzanne Levesque and Craig Bignell
“Theirs is a charming and warm performance, with songs from their albums mixed in with some well-chosen covers. It's their own pieces that shine the brightest though, with 'Lonesome Bluebird', complete with glorious harmonies, and 'Chinook Waltz' itself, the standouts. They are naturals on stage, and do the most important thing for any gig, namely, establish and maintain a connection with the audience.” Jeremy Searle RNR Magazine UK.

Diyet & The Love Soldiers; Over The Moon Twin Bill

There are bands, artists and songwriters that mimic and imitate but John Hewitt absorbs and reimagines. John has produced 9 full length studio albums and a book since March of 2020.  Taking inspiration from the honest tradition of true folk music you’ll hear old tales of prairie murder, historical stories marinated with poetic imagery reminiscent of the songwriters of the 60’s folk revival.  John’s latest releases, Which Side Are you On?, a solo folk record, and Chaos & Conversation, a double Band album to be released in May ’26.  With his backing group the New Americans, Edmonton virtuosos Benjamin Williams and Connor Miskiman, melodic hooks are doused in sweeping three part harmony. The band in full form ranges from soft folk to blues rock.  John Hewitt is a master, a choreographer of sound, a man of many hats all worn with style with a dream bigger than the world around him.
The Three Sisters are a joyful Bow Valley trio of singer-songwriters and multi-instrumentalists. Names after the iconic local mountain range, and deeply inspired by the landscapes around them, rich harmonies form the bedrock for this trio as they traverse folk, jazz, opera, and original music. Since their inception in 2024, the trio has delighted audiences at artsPlace Canmore, the Canmore Folk Music Festival, Dunn Folkin’ Around, and recently completed their first Western Canadian tour. Their members include YYC’s 2025 Emerging Artist and Banff’s Poet Laureate. Their set is melodically spellbinding and makes you pause, breathe deeper, and feel it all.

Crescent Heights Community Hall

Live Music at The Nick presents John Hewitt / New Americans and The Three Sisters

John Hewitt and the New Americans

Nickelodeon Music Club

Portugal. The Man

The Sun Valley Resort & RJK Entertainment Present Portugal. The Man, Sunday September 6 at the Sun Valley Pavilion. Supported by Social Animals.
The Non-Profit Beneficiaries of this event are: Stella's Shelter Fund and Frances Changed My Life
Get ready for an unforgettable night under the stars as Portugal. The Man takes the stage at the iconic Sun Valley Pavilion this Labor Day Weekend. Whether you're a longtime fan or discovering them for the first time, this is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday weekend with friends, family, and incredible music. Don’t miss your chance to make a summer memory that lasts a lifetime.
VIP Opportunity: 
GET THE BEST SEATS IN THE HOUSE - reserved seating inside the bowl in Section 200 all seats in rows E-H, and access to the VIP party before the show with complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. More information via email will be sent before the event. 
 
John Gourley never went hunting with his father. Raised in and outside of assorted small towns on the fringe of the Alaskan wilderness, Gourley certainly knew how to handle his gun, even as a kid—a way of life and survival, an inheritance from two parents who had moved to the state to belong to its woods. Childhood friends certainly had hunting stories, and Gourley had been mushing with his parents, John and Jennifer, until he almost lost his ears from frostbite. But hunting? No. 
When Gourley was 10, though, a massive moose shuffled through the snow in their yard as father and son ate lunch. “Hey, Johnny, do you want to go hunting today?” his dad asked, the young John responding with the enthusiastic assent of overdue expectation. They suited up for the winter and tracked the moose through the snow, watching it a long time as it slowly chewed some bark. A cycle began: His father would raise his rifle, say “Johnny, are you sure?”, and then lower the gun, despite his son’s assurance that he was indeed old enough to watch this mighty animal fall. They never took a shot that day. Instead, older John Gourley taught little John Gourley a lesson—they had food in the refrigerator and money to buy more if needed. This moose should live, so that others may someday survive. Take what you need, and get on with your life. 
That is the spirit that suffuses SHISH, the 10th album from Gourley’s band, Portugal. The Man, and the first he’s made not only since leaving Atlantic Records to start a label of his own, KNIK, but also since completing his handicap-accessible home studio in Oregon. The first Portugal. The Man album since completing the bulk of 2023’s Chris Black Changed My Life four years ago, SHISH represents a period of intense reappraisals for Gourley, both in music and in life. Where Chris Black featured a sprawling cast of bandmates and special guests, SHISH was built with a minimal cast at home. And it combines Gourley’s most revealing writing yet, not only about the lessons he learned being raised in Alaska, but also some of the lessons he’s already learned raising his daughter, Frances, who was diagnosed with one of the world’s rarest genetic disorders four years ago. On SHISH, Portugal. The Man’s world gets smaller. Gourley’s musical vision, however, has perhaps never been grander. 
When Gourley was considering his major-label exit sometime last year, he started asking around about potential producers. Portugal. The Man had worked with some absolute titans, like Danger Mouse, Jeff Bhasker, and even Mike D. But when an old friend suggested he check out this kid named Kane Ritchotte, a Los Angeles native whose résumé had quickly grown to include work with Blake Mills and Miley Cyrus, Gourley could only laugh. More than a decade earlier, when Ritchotte was still a teenager, he slipped briefly into Portugal. The Man’s touring lineup, a fill-in drummer in an emergency situation. He hadn’t really known the songs, but Gourley had always admired his enthusiasm and commitment. He called Ritchotte and invited him to Oregon, where they had no musical agenda other than following Gourley’s self-proclaimed ADHD into whatever musical direction it may lead. The pair made SHISH—played almost entirely by Gourley and Ritchotte, some help on horns and background vocals and even a little rapping from Zoe Manville notwithstanding—largely that way. 
In January, when they were still very locked into shaping the sound of SHISH, Gourley and Ritchotte flew to Alaska to play two benefits for the restoration of a Sitka clan house, named one of the country’s most endangered historic places, and just one of many projects which Portugal. The Man’s foundation, Pass The Mic, supports. The band launched the organization in 2019 and have raised and donated over a million dollars to communities of Indigenous Peoples in the years since, while partnering with local Tribes to raise awareness at every PTM show. Seeing his home through the eyes of someone who had never been, Gourley came back to Oregon and wrote songs that reflected the lessons of his upbringing, songs that advocated for ways of life that most Americans might know at best from reality TV. His father’s list of what he would take into the woods on a six-foot toboggan—some grape jelly, a tarp, a hatchet—became the core of “Angoon,” an excoriation of an American political system that now wants to pretend borders matter after grabbing the land, lives, and ways of so many others. There was the image of his mother, up early in the blinding snow to fix a generator so her kids could watch cartoons, at the center of “Tyonek,” a testament to resilience so engrained it lasts a lifetime. And there is, of course, opener and first single “Denali,” where the state’s great sign of encroaching fall—the beautiful fireweed—signals instead the stirring of a revolution. “Oh no kings, or master over me, marching towards a guillotine,” Gourley cheerily sings, a big beat bouncing beneath him.  
These personal tales and philosophies mirror a broader sense of musical freedom than Portugal. The Man has ever before embraced, in spite of how wide-ranging their music has always been. “Pittman Ralliers” bursts open as a bona fide piece of thrash metal, belligerent and urgent and technical, while finale “Father Gun” squeezes Naked City, Queen, Pink Floyd, and maybe a little glam metal into a five-minute prog opus.  
But Portugal. The Man’s long-standing center—inclusive and expansive pop, rooted in soul and psychedelia and sincerity—holds here, too. “Tanana” is a shape-shifting beauty about pushing off the weight of the world, about making love and sharing laughs even as bad news mounts outside. Portugal. The Man has rarely sounded so sweet and dreamy as at the start of “Knik,” but its life-affirming coda will inevitably arrive as a complete surprise, a heroic guitar solo wedged between a chorus about the pox of industrial society. And “Mush” is a breathless tale of life on the edge of the wilderness, the song moving with the same speed and wonder and unpredictability as guiding a team of dogs through the woods. End to end, SHISH embodies the energy of exploration, of the possibilities of a new frontier being opened to imagination.  
Portugal. The Man’s career has been a long series of surprises. They are, after all, the rare Alaskan rock band who became a mainland American institution. They are a hard-touring cult favorite who always seemed to make unapologetically idiosyncratic records, even on a major label. More than a decade deep into their discography, they had a massive pop hit with “Feel It Still,” a success they channeled not into making more music that sounded just like it but instead to make their two most diverse records ever, including this one. With SHISH, Gourley uses Portugal. The Man to sing about the more righteous world he has witnessed at home and that he now envisions for the rest of us—taking only what we need, advocating for others at every turn, and sharing the best of what we’ve learned to give everyone a chance to be better still. 

 
Social Animals
"There’s a special motion to Social Animals... they go deeper than their indie pop, new wave cadence as each track takes you on an introspective journey." - American Songwriter
Northern Minnesota alt-rock band Social Animals is captivating audiences once again with their latest single, "Use Me Too” -- which was recently added to the top 75 songs on Spotify’s Best Of Fresh Finds Rock 2025 playlist. Known for their electrifying performances and poignant lyricism, the band continues to push boundaries with their evolving sound.

 
Brought to you by Sun Valley Resort, RJK Entertainment, and Zion's Bank.
 
NOTICE: Seats in the first 3-5 rows of our bowl are considered our "party zone". You should expect people standing in front of you and crowding the front of the stage. If you prefer a more comfortable seat away from the party crowd, we recommend purchasing a ticket in Tier 2 or Tier 4.
ADA/HANDICAP TICKETS: To purchase an ADA seat, please call the Sun Valley Recreation Center at 208-622-2135 to purchase your tickets. ADA seats are only available in specific locations in the Pavilion. 
Terms and FAQs

Guests must abide by the direction of Sun Valley staff and Security while attending this event and failure to do so will result in removal from the event. Additionally, any disrespect or aggression towards Sun Valley staff or Security will be grounds for removal.  
If the event is ticketed, re-entry will be allowed with handstamps only. Handstamps are available at each entry point. Individuals with Lawn tickets are not allowed to enter the Pavilion for any reason- including to use the restroom. 
There is no early entry to the lawn to put down blankets or chairs, or to reserve a specific area. Any items that are in the lawn before the doors open will be removed by security. No entry until the gates open. 
There is no outside alcohol allowed on the Pavilion lawn. Bags and coolers will be inspected upon entry to the lawn. Only small picnics will be allowed. Large picnic setups will be denied entry. 
Lawn ticket holders must use the restrooms located on the far north end of the lawn. Lawn ticket holders are not allowed to use the restrooms inside the Pavilion bowl and will be denied entry to the Pavilion bowl. 
The lawn may need to be evacuated in the event of severe weather including lightning storms. Sun Valley Pavilion staff will continuously monitor weather and will inform guests if the lawn needs to be evacuated. Guests should have a plan in place to return to their vehicle and seek shelter if needed. Tickets will not be refunded in the event that the lawn does not open as a result of weather.  
There is no outside food or alcohol allowed inside the bowl at the Sun Valley Pavilion. 
Pets are not allowed at this event. Attendees with pets will be denied entry.  
This event is an environment that might be louder than some guests are comfortable with. Sun Valley Pavilion staff will be actively monitoring volume levels to ensure they stay within industry standard operating levels. Ear plugs are provided by the venue and can be picked up at the front entrance if needed. 
All sales are final and no refunds will be given, even in the event that the lawn needs to be evacuated or the show needs to be cancelled due to severe weather. 
Children under 2 years old enter for free.  
All tickets are non-transferable, unless the transfer has been made using Showpass before the event begins. 

 For questions or concerns, please call the Sun Valley Recreation Office at 208-622-2135.

Sun Valley Pavilion

Tier 4 - Reserved Pavilion Seating - All Ages

Tier 1 - Reserved Pavilion Seating - All Ages

Tier 2 - Reserved Pavilion Seating - All Ages

VIP Access - All Ages - Access to an exclusive pre-show VIP party with complimentary beverages

Tier 3 - SOLD OUT

Sun Valley Resort

Kameron Marlowe

Killebrew Thompson Memorial Presents: Kameron Marlowe, Saturday August 22nd at the Sun Valley Pavilion
Net proceeds benefit cancer research and patient care at St. Luke’s Cancer Institute and Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota.
 
ABOUT KAMERON MARLOWE
Columbia Nashville singer / songwriter Kameron Marlowe “is one of our greatest living country singers” (MusicRow). The Kannapolis, North Carolina-native fell in love with country music on an old FM radio while hunting and fishing with his grandpa, raised on Keith Whitley, Brooks & Dunn, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and Ray Charles. Marlowe grew up singing in church choir and bands, honing his soulful, resonant baritone and distinct vocal style while in school, eventually dropping out of college and working as an auto part salesman at General Motors to help his family.
In 2019, his self-penned single “Giving You Up” brought Kameron notoriety and moved him to Music City. However, it was his 2022 debut album We Were Cowboys where the world finally took note, becoming an “all-around vocalist-writer-artist worth paying attention to” (Billboard). Now, three albums, multiple RIAA Gold and Platinum certifications, and over 1.2 billion+ global streams later, Marlowe stands out as one of the most singular, formidable, and agile talents in the format.
“The ‘best live voice’ in all of country” (American Songwriter), Marlowe’s titanic vocal ability, universally appealing catalog, and tasteful ear have earned him sold-out headliners from coast to coast, hand-picking and championing openers like Ella Langley, Megan Moroney, Tucker Wetmore, and more assupport for his raved-about live show. Marlowe himself has supported genre giants Morgan Wallen, Riley Green, Lainey Wilson, Thomas Rhett, and others, with a slate of 2025 arena dates supporting Parker McCollum on tap. His new single, “Seventeen,” is spinning on nationwide country radio now – listen HERE.
 
 
 
NOTICE: Seats in the first 3-5 rows of our bowl are considered our "party zone". You should expect people standing in front of you and crowding the front of the stage. If you prefer a more comfortable seat away from the party crowd, we recommend purchasing a ticket in Tier 2 or Tier 4, or a seat in Tier 3 that is not in the first 3 rows. 
ADA/HANDICAP TICKETS: To purchase an ADA seat, please call the Sun Valley Recreation Center at 208-622-2135 to purchase your tickets. ADA seats are only available in specific locations in the Pavilion. 
Terms and FAQs

Guests must abide by the direction of Sun Valley staff and Security while attending this event and failure to do so will result in removal from the event. Additionally, any disrespect or aggression towards Sun Valley staff or Security will be grounds for removal.  
If the event is ticketed, re-entry will be allowed with handstamps only. Handstamps are available at each entry point. Individuals with Lawn tickets are not allowed to enter the Pavilion for any reason- including to use the restroom. 
There is no early entry to the lawn to put down blankets or chairs, or to reserve a specific area. Any items that are in the lawn before the doors open will be removed by security. No entry until the gates open. 
There is no outside alcohol allowed on the Pavilion lawn. Bags and coolers will be inspected upon entry to the lawn. Only small picnics will be allowed. Large picnic setups will be denied entry. 
Lawn ticket holders must use the restrooms located on the far north end of the lawn. Lawn ticket holders are not allowed to use the restrooms inside the Pavilion bowl and will be denied entry to the Pavilion bowl. 
The lawn may need to be evacuated in the event of severe weather including lightning storms. Sun Valley Pavilion staff will continuously monitor weather and will inform guests if the lawn needs to be evacuated. Guests should have a plan in place to return to their vehicle and seek shelter if needed. Tickets will not be refunded in the event that the lawn does not open as a result of weather.  
There is no outside food or alcohol allowed inside the bowl at the Sun Valley Pavilion. 
Pets are not allowed at this event. Attendees with pets will be denied entry.  
This event is an environment that might be louder than some guests are comfortable with. Sun Valley Pavilion staff will be actively monitoring volume levels to ensure they stay within industry standard operating levels. Ear plugs are provided by the venue and can be picked up at the front entrance if needed. 
All sales are final and no refunds will be given, even in the event that the lawn needs to be evacuated or the show needs to be cancelled due to severe weather. 
Children under 2 years old enter for free.  
All tickets are non-transferable, unless the transfer has been made using Showpass before the event begins. 

 For questions or concerns, please call the Sun Valley Recreation Office at 208-622-2135.
 

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