Steamboat Locals

Steamboat Sound Check Podcast: A Conversation with Joe Funk of Kitchen Dwellers For more than 15 years, the Kitchen Dwellers have been carving out their place in the bluegrass and jam scene, evolving from Montana State University students jamming in a kitchen to a nationally recognized touring act. Their blend of bluegrass, rock, and cosmic storytelling has taken them to festival stages around the...

In this special edition of Steamboat Sound Check, part of our WinterWonderGrass Series, we sit down with the incomparable Lindsay Lou—a vocalist, songwriter, and storyteller whose music blurs the lines between folk, soul, bluegrass, and blues. Known for her unmistakable voice—one that glides effortlessly between ethereal beauty and raw, unfiltered emotion—Lindsay has carved out a unique space in t...

Steamboat Sound Check: Kris Lager Band – Presented by McCreight Progressive Dentistry As part of our continued effort to highlight musicians playing at Schmiggity's, we dive deep into the mind and music of Kris Lager, a road warrior and soulful powerhouse who has spent over two decades bringing his unique blend of blues, rock, funk, and roots music to audiences across the country. More than just a...

Presented by McCreight Progressive Dentistry In this special WinterWonderGrass Series episode of Steamboat Sound Check, we sit down with Ben Malament, founding member and percussionist of The California Honeydrops—a band that has spent nearly two decades redefining live music experiences with their infectious energy, genre-blending sound, and deep connection to their audience. Born from the street...

In this new episode of the Steamboat Comedy Podcast, Matt and Kyle talk all things restaurants, including a story of Kyle's confrontation with a Russian chicken tender thief. Topics also include hot takes on the OJ Simpson trial, Matt's attempt to help with a sunscreen situation, plus more sentences that have never been said.

In this episode of the Steamboat Sound Check podcast, presented by McCreight Progressive Dentistry, we sit down with Kyle Hollingsworth, the dynamic keyboardist renowned for his work with The String Cheese Incident and his own Kyle Hollingsworth Band. With a career spanning nearly three decades, Kyle has been instrumental in blending genres from rock to classical, creating a unique sound that's ca...

In this episode of the Common Folk in the Boat podcast, presented by Billo Premium Cannabis, we had the distinct honor of sitting down with Ray Heid, a fourth-generation native of Steamboat Springs and a true local legend. Born in 1937, Ray's life is a tapestry woven with rich experiences in skiing, ranching, and community involvement. About Ray Heid: Ray's early years were spent in Steamboat Spri...

In this special WinterWonderGrass Series episode of the Steamboat Sound Check podcast, presented by McCreight Progressive Dentistry, we sit down with Dave Carroll—better known as Banjo Dave—from the legendary bluegrass-meets-folk-rock outfit, Trampled By Turtles. Formed in Duluth, Minnesota, over 20 years ago, Trampled By Turtles has built a dedicated following with their raw energy, intricate ins...

In this episode Kyle and Matt talk about how Gladiator 2 sucked and no one should watch it. Just don't. Topics also include interesting thought experiments on genitals, the great debate of whether Dinosaurs had feathers, and Kyle's public flashing.   Please be aware that this podcast contains explicit material and is not recommended for listeners under the age of 16.

In the latest episode of the Steamboat Sound Check podcast, presented by McCreight Progressive Dentistry, we had the pleasure of talking with Al Schnier, guitarist and vocalist for the renowned jam band moe., ahead of their upcoming performance at Strings Music Pavilion on February 13th. Formed in 1990 at the University at Buffalo, moe. has become a cornerstone of the jam band scene, known for the...

In the latest episode of the Elevating Steamboat podcast presented by The Carpet Shoppe, Gardner Flanigan sits down with Brian Krill, the Executive Director of the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club (SSWSC). Brian brings nearly three decades of experience in education and the nonprofit sector, with a rich history in competitive mountain sports. Before joining SSWSC, he served as the Executive Di...

In this episode Kyle and Matt bring you all things Valentines day before the holiday coming up next week! Including super useful relationship advice, first date ideas, and Valentines sentences that have never been said. Other topics include the upcoming Superbowl match up between 2 teams everyone hates, Star Wars vs Marvel, and dumb middle school activities.

In this episode of Steamboat Sound Check, presented by McCreight Progressive Dentistry, we dive deep into the world of Banshee Tree with drummer Michelle Pietrafitta, bassist Jason Bertone, and saxophonist Jesse Shantor as they gear up for their highly anticipated performance at Schmiggity’s on February 1, 2025.   Known for their electrifying fusion of early jazz, swing, indie, trance, and psyched...

  As part of our WinterWonderGrass Artist Spotlight series, we chat with Daniel Donato—a guitar virtuoso, songwriter, and the mind behind Cosmic Country. Known for his mind-bending improvisation, deep musical philosophy, and electrifying live performances, Donato has carved out a unique space in the modern music landscape, blending country, rock, and psychedelic influences into a sound that’s enti...

As part of our ongoing series highlighting musicians playing this year’s WinterWonderGrass festival, we had the great pleasure of visiting with Ben Morrison of The Brothers Comatose for the Steamboat Sound Check podcast, presented by McCreight Progressive Dentistry. Together, we explored the band’s journey, their influences, and what fans can expect from their upcoming performance at WWG. Formed i...

In this special episode of the Steamboat Sound Check podcast, presented by McCreight Progressive Dentistry, we’re thrilled to spotlight one of bluegrass music’s most innovative and accomplished artists, Kyle Tuttle. This episode is part of our series highlighting the talented musicians performing at this year’s WinterWonderGrass festival. Kyle Tuttle is a Grammy Award-winning banjoist, National Bl...

Continuing our special series highlighting the incredible artists performing at this year’s WinterWonderGrass Festival, we sit down with Deanie Richardson and Dani Flowers of Sister Sadie, the groundbreaking all-female bluegrass band. From their unplanned beginnings in 2012 at Nashville’s iconic Station Inn to becoming IBMA Entertainer of the Year winners, Sister Sadie has consistently pushed the...

In this episode, presented by Billo Premium Cannabis, we sit down with Ben Berend, a name that resonates deeply with the heart of Steamboat Springs. A native of this vibrant mountain town, Ben grew up carving his path on the legendary slopes of Howelsen Hill, fueled by a dream of Olympic glory. That dream became reality in 2018 when Ben represented the United States in Nordic combined skiing at th...

In this episode of the Steamboat Sound Check podcast, we chat with Carey Harmon, drummer and vocalist for Railroad Earth. Harmon shared insights into his musical journey and the band's evolution. Reflecting on a pivotal moment from his childhood, Harmon recounted how, in fourth grade, he was handed drumsticks when his school ran out of saxophones. This serendipitous event set him on a path to beco...

In the lead-up to WinterWonderGrass 2025 in Steamboat, the Steamboat Sound Check podcast will feature a series of exclusive interviews, spotlighting the talented musicians and bands set to take the stage at this year's festival, February 28 – March 2. In this episode, we sit down with Arkansauce, the genre-blending band known for their high-energy performances and unique mix of bluegrass, folk, fu...

In this episode of the Steamboat Sound Check Podcast, presented by McCreight Progressive Dentistry, we sit down with Dave Halchak, the multifaceted frontman of Giant Walking Robots and Wake Up and Live, Denver’s long-running Bob Marley tribute band. As part of our winter series highlighting the talented musicians gracing the stage at Schmiggity’s, Dave shares his journey from his East Coast roots...

Continuing our series on the Steamboat Sound Check podcasts that highlights the bands hitting the Schmiggity's stage, we’re joined by electro-rock trio Jimkata ahead of their highly anticipated show on Saturday, January 18! Known for their genre-blending sound that fuses rock, electronic, and pop elements, Jimkata is set to bring their signature energy to the stage. In this exclusive interview, we...

In this episode of the Steamboat Sound Check Podcast, presented by McCreight Progressive Dentistry, we welcome back our first return guest, Barrett Smith of Steep Canyon Rangers. The last time we spoke with Barrett in June, we were anticipating a summer show in Steamboat, but due to unforeseen circumstances, that performance was postponed to February 2, 2025. However, the silver lining is this sec...

In this episode, Matt and Kyle take a break from the Winter Stand-Up series to go out and shred some gnar! On skis, of course, because snowboarders are degenerate criminals. Other topics include Kyle's high school hang outs with Mr. Hale, Skiing fun facts, and the battle for Mikaela Shiffrin's heart   Please be aware that this podcast contains explicit material and is not recommended for listeners...

In this episode, presented by McCreight Progressive Dentistry, we chat with Matt and Sean O'Connor from Summit County, who front the The O'Connor Brothers Band. Listen to how they developed from a college party band at Colorado State into a dynamic five-piece ensemble celebrated for their original New Roots and Rock compositions. Their music infuses a contemporary energy into classic styles, resul...