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Hey all! I don't know about you but I sure am glad that our breweries are allowed to have concerts at their venues. Being able to support our local brewers by dancing and sipping on delicious local be...
Howdy! It’s PFD time again in Alaska, which means right on cue, our tvs, radios, newsfeeds and inboxes are getting completely slammed with sales, deals, and vehicle liquidations trying to get us to ha...
Calling all musicians, promoters, party planners, & event organizers! Do you have any October concerts, Halloween parties, or other fun events happening in/near Anchorage that you would like more peop...
Hey friend! A question I'm often asked is, "What is the best concert you've ever been to?" I always reply that it’s almost impossible to narrow down. In fact, it's usually tough enough just picking a...
Ahoy! It's mid-September which means that hundreds of pirates are soon to be upon us. The annual Pirate Pub Crawl, also known as Pirate Fest, is an annual fundraiser that transforms the sidewalks of d...
Hello again! After a long hiatus, I am happy to report that we are back in PRINT baby! The Anchorage Press ( has officially returned and started hitting the shelves, racks, or tables near you (if you...
Hi friends, This we are saying goodby to a pair of Anchorage's longtime Karaoke hosts who has been keeping us entertained for many years. For four nights a week, Bill (from Danger Money Band) and Cher...
Hey there! It's time again for the Alaska State Fair and that means a whole lot of great music is happening in Palmer for the next two weeks! From epic national acts to our amazing local talent, the f...
Hello again! This week is a sweet one with the return of the Alyeska Blueberry Festival! ( This annual, family-friendly summer event takes place at Alyeska Resort in Girdwood and is a bunch of fun. He...
If you’ve turned on the TV, watched a video on youtube, or checked your mail recently, you’ve probably noticed it: an absolute deluge of political ads funded by out-of-state super PACs and deep-pocket...
Hello Again! Salmonfest is sold out but there are still chances to see many of their artists playing before/after the festival. Today has Boot Juice playing at the Soldotna Creek Park, Daniel Donato's...
Hello and Happy Wednesday! We are just about 8 days away from Salmonfest ( , Alaska’s largest multi-day music and arts festival, and some of the national acts have already arrived here in state. You c...
Hello friends, With the way the weather has been lately, we may be able to expect a rainy week ahead of us. One of the things that I love about Alaskans who go to concerts is that we don't let a littl...
Hello everyone! I hope that you had a fun and safe weekend for the 250th celebration of our Independence Day. I am glad that the 4th is a big holiday here because it is easy to take our freedoms for g...
Hello and happy July everyone!! This weekend is going to be a busy and loud one with lots of fun events scheduled for July 4th. Being the 250th Anniversary of our founding fathers signing the Declarat...
Hello everyone!! Lots of great events this week but the one that stood out to me the most is a FREE book giveaway taking place at FashionPact (Lake Otis & 68th) this Saturday and Sunday. With thousand...
Hey there! Grab your sunglasses and favorite form of caffeine because the ultimate Alaskan weekend is here. We are officially hitting the Summer Solstice this weekend which means over 22 hours of func...
Hello there! Lot's of great stuff out there this week; too much for me to write about so I highlighted a handful of the events in the calendar that you should consider. My Pick of the Week Hug your pe...
Good evening! Last week was the opening night of the Thursday Live After Five Concert Series ( on F Street and this week we have the opening day of the Anchorage Summer Night Markets ( on Friday eveni...
Hello and welcome to another wonderful week filled with TONS of music! And one of the highlights, Spenard Jazz Fest (SJF), ( is one of Anchorage’s most vibrant, community-driven musical traditions. Wh...
Hello again, This Friday, Tracorum starts off this season's Talkeetna Live @ Five Summer Concert Series! These free hour-long concerts take place outside at the park and are open to all ages. Then aft...
Hello there! The temperature's may still be a little chilly out but that won't stop us from heating up the place with a whole lot of great shows to get our bodies moving! The Creekbend Cafe (Hope) and...
Hello again! A couple weeks ago, I shared a list of many of the concerts already announced for the summer and since then we have had even more venues release their schedules. I hope that your were pla...
Hola there! This is my favorite week in May because it is doubly packed with holiday parties. First off we have Star Wars Day (May the 4th) followed by Cinco de Mayo (and on a Taco Tuesday no less). B...
Hello and happy spring! This week is one that many people both look forward to and dread. It is Spring Carnival time at Alyeska ( which means it is time for Slush Cup and also the end of the ski seaso...
Welcome back! This week I have even more summer time show announcements. The Live @ Five concert series in Talkeetna ( has announced their lineup of Friday evening events for the season so mark your c...
OOPS! Thank you BMac for letting me know that the newsletter still had last week's calendar attached. Here is the schedule for this week's shows! Sorry about that, Cody *|FORWARD|* Forward (*|FORWARD|...
Hello friends! I am beyond excited to share this weeks newsletter with you because of just how many amazing concerts, shows, and festivals we have coming up this summer. With so many great announcemen...
Welcome back! With Easter falling on this Sunday, you can find tons of places hosting egg hunts, bunny photos, and more holiday themed activities for kids. I went ahead and added all the ones I could...
Welcome back! Sorry that this email is hitting your inboxes a little later than normal. The TSA airport delays due to the government shutdown and a couple long days of travel with little sleep wrecked...
Hello, Hello! I hope you lucked out this last week and found lots of fun events to attend! This week (like every one) has some really good shows to choose from. You may have noticed that I have someti...
Hello Again! With the dogs off and running, we can turn our focus to the next big music holiday. Well, St. Patricks is more of a drinking holiday BUT that's also an excuse for a bar or venue to throw...
Welcome back ya'll! The rowdy vibes are just getting started as Fur Rondy rolls into its second big weekend. While last week was all about the kickoff and tropical beach parties, this weekend is where...
Howdy! Anchorage’s legendary Fur Rendezvous,(aka Fur Rondy ( ) is back to shake off the winter blues from February 26 through March 8, 2026. This 91-year-old tradition originally started as a practica...
My Pick of the Week "Now I remember watching that old tree burn down, I took a picture that I don't like to look at." - Jack Johnson, "Do You Remember ( " Like Jack Johnson memorializing a time that b...
Sound is 50 percent of the movie-going experience.” -George Lucas Close your eyes and think of your favorite movie. Chances are, you aren’t just seeing a scene; you’re hearing it. We often think of mo...
Ahoy! Great news sailing out of the Midnight Sun Theatre ( . Not only do they have a two-weekend run of drama on the high-seas with Pyrates! ( but MST has decided to share the treasure they have creat...
Welcome back! The Anchorage Folk Festival ( continues on with its free shows, fundraiser concerts, and music workshops going from right now through the weekend. * Folk Week: See their schedule HERE (...
Welcome back! Thank you to everyone who has replied to that last few emails and I apologize to anyone who got grouped into the one checking to see if you are still there. In an ongoing update to my st...
Hi friend, We asked Mailchimp to help us identify those of you who have not been getting our emails; our newsletters could be getting blocked by a "Junk/Promotions" filter, internet browser/cookie set...
Hello again! Thank you everyone who replied to last week's email with feedback, advice, and encouragement! Some readers have pointed out that different security and cookie filters can mute the read-re...
Hey friend! I’m writing to you today with another ask for your input and I would like your advice about the "behind the scenes" of this newsletter. I love sharing the music calendar for Alaska with yo...
Goodbye 2025! Plenty of live music out & about tonight. You can find them all listed in last week's email or on our AK Concerts ( website. Fireworks (if happening in your town) are all scheduled for 8...
Happy Holidays! As we step into this final, festive week of 2025, we wanted to take a moment to pause the music and say thank you. Whether you told friends about our website, donated to help support o...
Hello again! We've (almost) made it through the longest part of winter. This weekend is the winter solstice so that means that soon our nights will be shorter and the days a bit longer. If that is a c...
Cheers! This week we have two very fun festivals going on. The first one is the Dark Daze Music Festival ( , a 4-day celebration of music taking place during the darkest time of the year. With 3 venue...
Hello again! The "Ho ho ho-lidays" are officially in full swing, and that means for the rest of December, merry sounding music will be your constant companion. From the cocoa-filled tree lighting cere...
Hello everyone, It is Thanksgiving this week which means that there are community events around the state and Christmas music is right behind it. Hope that you have a great weekend and that you find s...
Hey friends! Thanksgiving is right around the corner and I want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude for you, our dedicated music community. Your support keeps the lights on and the sound...
Hey there friends! Alaskans are not only known for being a tough and hardy bunch, but also with how friendly we are and our willingness to help those in need. From fundraisers to clothing drives, or e...
Hello friends! In times of economic uncertainty, especially with the SNAP benefit reductions increasing food insecurity across Alaska, our community's spirit shines brightest. This week, the spotlight...
Happy Halloween! Hope your week is full of thrilling treats (and no tricks). Spooky Season continues with another weekend of Halloween festivities for both kids and adults. Whether you are wanting to...
Happy Halloween! Hope your week is full of thrilling treats (and no tricks). Alaska is rarely accused of being tame, and this week, the sheer volume of Halloween festivities across the state proves it...
** Hello Again! ------------------------------------------------------------ Halloween is right around the corner which means that there are tons of fun activities available thus week that are family...
** Hey there! ------------------------------------------------------------ This Friday, Anchorage's music scene offers a thrilling study in contrasts, delivering two equally high-energy, yet vastly di...
Brrr! The leaves on the ground and termination dust on the mountain means that our outdoor music season is almost completely behind us. When just two months ago there was music playing on patios & roo...
Entertainment in Alaska 9/18-9/24 Hey Y'all! The cool, crisp air of the Alaskan fall is here, and the nightlife is heating up! This week, the calendar is packed with everything from intimate acoustic...
Entertainment in Alaska 9/18-9/24 Hey ya'll! We have a couple birthday to celebrate! The Alaskan Hotel and Bar in Juneau, which first opened on September 16, 1913, is celebrating its 112th anniversary...
Entertainment in Alaska 9/3-9/10 Hey friends!! Whether you're ready to hoist the Jolly Roger or get down to some smooth tunes, Downtown Anchorage is the place to be this weekend. Grab your friends, pl...
Entertainment in Alaska 9/3-9/10 Hey friends!! This week is one that I've been looking forward to for the entire summer! Did you know that Josiah and the Bonnevilles ( is playing in Anchorage tomorrow...
Entertainment in Alaska 8/28-9/3 Hello again. This week brings us the last days of the Alaska State Fair and the changing of the leaves. Colder weather means that the outdoor concerts that we love wil...
Entertainment in Alaska 8/21-8/27 Your AK Concerts calendar is brought to you by: and monthly Patreon donations ( from: Alexa D., Clarissa E., Doug D., Hope M., Jay S., John H., Lori J., Marian C., Mi...
Hello Again! The air is getting a little crisper and the days a little shorter, which can only mean that it's time for the Alaska State Fair! The fair kicks off this Friday and goes through Monday, Se...
Hey there! This week is packed with exciting events, including Girdwood's popular, Alyeska Blueberry Festival taking place on Saturday & Sunday. This free, family-friendly event celebrates our bountif...
Fish on!! Alaskans and visitors alike are excited for one of the most popular annual events: Salmonfest ( . This isn't just another music festival; it's a powerful convergence of "Fish, Love, and Musi...
Hello again and thank you for tuning in to another week of music in Alaska! This email will be nice and brief. Not because I don't have a lot to say, but because I am about to board a plane and don't...
How do we get so lucky to have such great music events happening all summer? This week has multi-day festivals taking place in Anchorage (Rock The Hill ( ), Big Lake (Electric Sands ( ), Fairbanks (FS...
Howdy! Alaskan summer is in full swing, and so is the live music scene! This week is packed with incredible opportunities to catch national acts, support local talent, and experience the best of our c...
Happy Independence Weekend! First off, a huge thank you to our two newest Patreon subscribers, Lori J. & Noah L.! Your support is incredibly valuable and helps AK Concerts continue to bring you the mo...
Heeyyyy!! Lots of fun outdoor events happening this week! Whether its dancing at a concert, cheering on athletes at the Scottish Highland Games () , or celebrating Pride ( . Some of the bands that you...
Hello Sunshine! This week has Summer Solstice falling on Friday so there are outdoor festivals galore this weekend! Are you going to catch some music to celebrate the longest day of the year? Of every...
Good morning. I'd like to start off with a couple of apologies. I'm sorry that this email is getting to you so late. If I missed out on including an event in the calendar, feel free to yell at me. Als...
Hello and Happy June Everyone! Is it just me or are we getting more and more music festivals each year? Thankfully, I can check out the handy Music Alaska Festival Map ( whenever there is a fest that...
Howdy!! This week(end) is a painful one for me. I'll be working so unfortunately I will miss out on enjoying Alaska Redd ( , The California Honeydrops ( , Spenard Jazz Fest ( , Summer Haze ( , Emo-Pal...
Hello!! With summer officially here, the Alaska music scene is heating up, and more venues are opening their doors for the season! Last week we had shows in Salcha; this week we have Gwin's Lodge in C...
Ahoy! This weekend, Seward is hosting a delightful double feature of festivals! Dive into the whimsical world of the Seward Mermaid Festival ( , where you can expect fun costumes, ocean-themed vendor,...
Howdy ya'll! I Hope you are ready for a fun-filled weekend! And speaking of hope, Friday marks the official opening for the concert season in the small, beautiful town of Hope, located on the Turnagia...
Hola Amigo! Get your calendars ready because there are some good shows this week. If you missed out on Comic Con; have no fear, the force is here! Every year, you can be sure to find some Star Wars th...
Get ready for a weekend packed with epic fun as "nerd culture" takes center stage! The much-anticipated Arctic Comic Con is taking place at the Dena'ina Center and just like the wide-spread influence...
Hey Alaskan Music Lovers, This week brings a unique collision of celebrations! Easter Sunday and 4/20 land on the same day, offering a diverse range of ways to spend your Sunday. If neither of those e...
Hello Hello! The Alaska Folk Festival Continues! If you are in Juneau, no doubt that you already know about this week-long celebration that showcases a variety of folk music genres, including traditio...
Hey friends This week we have not one but two festivals for you to enjoy! The Alaska B4uDie Comedy Festival is going on right now and wraps up on Sunday. Then on Monday, the Alaska Folk Festival kicks...
Hey friends! This Monday kicks-off the start of the 5th annual B4uDie Fest, Alaska’s largest live comedy festival with shows happening in Anchorage, Talkeetna, Seward & Cordova! This yearly event feat...
Hey friends! It looks like I may have spoken a bit too soon about how green the grass in Anchorage is. But no bother because the music this week is sure to light a fire and get you warmed up when groo...
Hey friends! With most holidays, you can find themed parties and drink specials that want to encourage a festive spirit and this week is no different. So grab your favorite green attire and get ready...
Hello Hello! Lots of fun events this week! Send me an email with what type of music/events that you like, I will give you my personal recommendations on what fun things to check out in your area. Chee...
Hey there! Fur Rondy continues its 90th Anniversary this week with the start of the Iditarod, the Running of the Reindeer, Miners & Trappers Blizzard Bash (street party), the Melodrama, fur auction, a...
Howdy friends! It's Rondy time again which means that downtown will be filled with fur, fireworks, and fun. From concerts & dances to the blanket toss, carnival, and world famous Iditarod, there are a...
Hey there! With Valentine's Day falling on a Friday, this weekend is packed with lovely events. From speed dating to dancing, you are sure to find something sweet! So many shows have the holiday theme...
Hello again! This week we have a familiar favorite resuming their weekend shows. The Sweet Cheeks Cabaret have returned to the Broken Blender and brought back treasures from around the world! Get your...
Hello friends! A familiar name that I was beyond excited to see in the line-up for this week’s events was that of Swollen Members ( . My face lit up when it was announced that they would be taking the...
Hey Folks! The Anchorage Folk Festival is back for its 36th year and it's bigger and better than ever! From January 23rd to February 2nd, you can immerse yourself in a vibrant tapestry of music, dance...
Ha ha howdy! Every week we have comedy events; whether open-mic nights or a stand-up show with comedians from out of state. This time there are a ton of these performances, happening almost every day...
Hey Everyone! Those of you who read last week's newsletter already know what I think the #1 event this weekend is. It's the 2025 Alaska Music Summit! I am sure that you have heard the aphorism, "A ris...
Hello There! With some great events taking place this weekend and a bunch of exciting shows announced for later this year, I can already that 2025 will be filled with joy, laughter, and most important...
Hello Again, We have another holiday here and this time there are more events than you can shake a sparkler at! This one of those times where you can find something fun for everyone. Whether you are l...
And all through the state, Music will be playing and Oh does it sound great! Way up in Fairbanks, nights of comedy ( there's four. A tree decorating competition andfireworks galore ( ! In the Palmer f...
Hello everyone! Wow there is a lot of music going on this week! From the normal events to the seasonal show, there is sure to be something that will spark your interest. If you are ready for caroling,...
Hello, Short & sweet email today. I apologize if there are any shows that I missed this week. I tried to find as much as I could but my laptop battery is fading fast and I am on vacation cruise for my...
Hello everyone and Happy Thanksgiving!! This is one of my favorite holidays (mostly because of the food) and I want to start off by saying that I am thankful for being a part of the Alaskan music comm...
What's up everyone! This weekend we have a lot of hip-hop hitting Anchorage with three nights of R&B and Rap coming to Williwaw and Koots. Jukebox Jams (R&B Live) ( and Hot Girl Sh*t ( (a dance party...
Howdy Friends! Parlor in the round returns this week with another great run of shows for those of you seeking a great performance. Playing tonight in Valdez ( , Thursday in Anchorage ( , and Friday in...
Hey friends! How many of you are are excited to be out and playing in the snow this winter? I used to snowboard every winter and flying down the mountain each weekend was one of my favorite ways to fi...
Hello again! The snow has arrived and is blanketing the streets just in time for Halloween; and with the snow comes with it slippery roads, sidewalks, and stairs. So whether you are going trick or tre...
Hey friend! Are you ready to rock? Tomorrow Taking Back Sunday & The Used ( will hitting the stage at the Alaska Airlines Center with local support from the band Thera for a hard-hitting show! I got a...
With the snow starting to show itself in town you know that it must be time for one of our favorite holidays. Yep, Halloween is (almost) here!! And with it comes a whole bunch of fun, family orientate...
Wowza!! It has taken us a while but we have finally reached one of our membership goals of having 1000 newsletter subscribers! AK Concerts was created to make it easy for you (and everyone else) to fi...
Hey friends! I wanted to start off by saying a big thank you for everyone who replied with suggestions and advice for ways to fill the financial hole that has been left by the press no longer wishing...
Hello Friends, While I feared this day would eventually come, it was still upsetting. Yesterday I received an email stating that those in charge of the Anchorage Press (the Mat-Su Valley Frontiersman)...
Farewell Summertime! As the temperatures start to decrease and we all come back inside, don't forget that there are plenty of great concert venues and performances for us to choose from! And one of th...
Ahoy! Set sail on Saturday for the 2024 Pirate Pub Crawl! This annual event is a fun excuse do dress up and visit the downtown bass for a good cause. Plus it is one of the few time that you can be sur...
Uhntz uhntz uhntz! This weekend will be filled with the sound of pumping bass, rhythmic dubs, and high-tempo beats as Sacred Acre ( returns for its third year! Transforming the Kenai Peninsula Fairgro...
Hey there! Old Friends, New Tunes! Last week I told you that The Jephries ( are back with a new album and hitting the road to promote it! Have you listened to it yet? Charge It To The Game ( is their...
Hello Friends! Is our summer over? I typically think of the Alaska State Fair as the beginning of the fall season where our drives to and from Palmer/Anchorage slowly begin to shift color from green t...
Hello Again!!! It's fair season so that means that there is a bunch of great concerts going on out in Palmer for the next two weeks. From local performances to big national acts, the valley will be ri...
Hello friends and Happy Birthday to Humpy's! Humpy's Alaskan Alehouse is celebrating it's 30th Anniversary this Saturday with the best way possible. Live Music, Cheap Drinks, & Great Food! Starting at...
Hello friends! It is Salmonfest weekend which means there will be 3-days of great music will be taking place in Ninilchik. The Kenai Peninsula Fairgrounds will see thousands of people visiting and dan...
Hey There Alaska! We have a lot more shows for you. Spread out across the state. these concerts are so fun to attend and do. Yes, it's true! With so many great options, it can definitely be hard to ch...
Hello there! It's time to bust out your folding chairs and favorite beer cups or koozies because this week we have THREE different music festivals here for you! Taking place in Big Lake ( , Kenai ( ,...
Hello again! Apologies for the late delivery of this email. Most of today was spent working on a fun (and all ages AND FREE) multicultural festival ( with lots of music that will be coming this way in...
Hello friends!! Do you have plans for your 4th? Anchorage and Wasilla both have free holiday festivities taking place in a downtown park with food, music, fireworks?, & more! Eagle River has a celebra...
Did you know that Blackwater Railroad Company is coming out with a new album? Well guess what.... It releases in one week!!! As a regular attendee of Blackwater shows, I already know and love the new...
Happy Solstice Everyone! As a big fan of the sun, solstice is one of my favorite times of the year. Not only do we get longer days but a whole lot of outdoor music! Starting today with the Backyard Co...
....The 12th Annual Backyard BBQ!! Yeehaw! This yearly event is one of the best country concerts and a ton of fun! Taking place in downtown Anchorage at the Chinook Lot (3rd & E st), the Backyard BBQ'...
Hey friends! This week's newsletter is coming to you a bit later in the day because I have been running around Cuddy Park preparing for the Sundown Music Festival. ( We have been planning for this wee...
Hi there! When thinking about going to a ticketed show, a friend of mine recently said to me "Why would I pay a bunch of money to go see this local band I like when I can see them in for free next wee...
Hello Again, How do you know when summer has started? Some look to the leaves on the trees or to the cracking of a temperature level. But others look to the return of the migratory birds to once again...
Howdy friends!! One of my favorite touring artists is returning to Alaska to play a Saturday show at the Anchorage Brewing Company. The White Buffalo has come up to play at the brewery a few times alr...
Hello again! I want to apologize that this week's newsletter (the blog part of it) is quite short. This morning I found out that one of my friends just passed away so I'd like sit with my feels today...
Hello and happy Wednesday! May starts off with one of my favorite nontraditional holidays, Star Wars Day (May 4th). As a big fan of the epic space opera, I always enjoy a chance to watch, talk, or cel...
Hey friends! Sometimes a show slips through the cracks and I miss it on the calendar, or in this case, I almost miss it. I'm a little bit shocked that I had forgotten that Grouplove was returning to A...
Howdy Partner! Did you know that there is a ton of country music and partner dancing that goes on each week? From live music to dancing, it is perhaps the most regular occurring music. And all of this...
Hello again! Alaska Folk Festival ( is going on in Juneau for the 49^th anniversary of this wonder week-long celebration of music. This event is Alaska’s oldest and largest of its kind with people tra...
Hi friend! Did you know that this weekend is the second half of the 5^th Annual B4UDie Comedy Festival ( ? If you are a fan of stand-up comedy, be sure to check out this uniquely Alaskan festival. Wit...
Hello again! Every week we have been getting more and more announcements of shows coming to the state and you can be assured that even more are on the way. Below are just a handful of the many shows t...
Hi Friends! Last week I told you about two great band to check out and since I didn't get a flood of replies (or any at all), I will once again remind you that these are my top two picks on who you sh...
Hi Friend! It is St. Patrick’s on Sunday so there will lots of music and parties this weekend. But of all the events to see this week, the two that are the most appealing (to me) shows are bands that...
Hi friends! Last week we talked about how the Ludacris concert was announced and promptly sold out twice! How can we avoid missing out on the great concert announcements, especially since we know that...
Roll Out! Less than 2 weeks ago, concert tickets for Ludacris at the State Fair went on sale and sold out in two hours! Today a second show was added, going on sale at 10am, and........ Also sold out...
Hello There! Late February in Alaska means it is once again time for Fur Rondy. Celebrating its 89th year, downtown Anchorage will be filled with carnival rides, dog sleds, snow sculptures and MORE!!...
Hello Again! Happy Valentine's Day to those who celebrate the Hallmark Holiday and Happy Wednesday to those who don't! Last week we had a few love related shows and this weekend we have even more whic...
Howdy friends! Movie Magic As you know, I look at 100's of shows each week and it is usually very hard to pick a top or favorite event. This week it is not even close. And if you are a movie fan like...
Howdy friends! Going in to this last weekend, I was very excited for the Medium Build shows with my friends. We both know that I could go on & on about how wonderful Nick Carpenter's songwriting is, b...
Hello everyone! The Anchorage Folk Festival ( is continuing on this week so if you are looking for a lot of free & family friendly music, check out all the fun shows they still have going on. Schedule...
Hello everyone! What a fun weekend (and week) we have in store for you! Full of comedy, music, and dance parties, the schedule is so packed that I couldn't fit all of the AFF into the calendar so make...
IT'S HERE!!! This weekend is the AKIMI Music Summit ( !! The schedule ( for the summit had been released and you may notice a familiar name (or many) on the program for the event, I am very excited (a...
Hello and Happy New Year! Did you know that the Anchorage Museum has a free entry this Friday? And every First Friday from 6p-9p! With free access the to the exhibits as well as special events/activit...
Happy New Years! With the beginning of the year falling on Monday, we have a very busy weekends with a lot of fun parties happening on Friday, Saturday, AND Sunday. And what better way to celebrate th...
Hello Ho Ho! The holidays are in full swing with lots of Christmas and New Years parties happening this weekend and next. Plus we have the Winter Solstice tomorrow which means that Thursday will be th...
Hello Again! Last week I made a change to the calendar but I didn't get any feedback on whether you liked this new format or not. Here's what I wrote last week: For a while now, I have been when wanti...
Hey Friends! Some readers may remember 20 Years of Alaska Comedy, the documentary/comedy movie about comedians visit our states and my review ( of it when it premiered back in 2019. Even if you didn't...
Hello friend! And just like that, the bells are jingling and the trees are sparkling. With Christmas comes (what I think has to be) the biggest selection holiday music. Do you have a favorite holiday...
Howdy friends! This week is Thanksgiving and I am beyond thankful. Thankful for everyone supporting AK Concerts. Thankful for all the encouragement and appreciation. Thankful for all the shares and te...
Hello again! Lots of good stuff here for you this week! I wish I could tell you all about it but it is a super busy week with my other work and am sorry that I am getting this one to you so late. Hope...
Hello again! Lots of good stuff here for you this week! I would tell you more but I have become temporary separated from my laptop charger and the computer’s juice is dwindling fast. So here’s a quick...
Hey There! This week is Halloween! And that means there will be plenty of costume parties going on this weekend and a handful of costume contests as well. Have a particularly good outfit that you thin...
Hey There! This week kicks off season 9 of the very popular, Parlor In The Round series! One of my favorite ongoing shows, these events are always a blast and a great opportunity to laugh your butt of...
Did you know that Shwayze is taking the stage at Williwaw ( this Thursday to bring his beach vibes and leave you "Buzzin ( " with songs like "Drunk Off Your Love ( " or "Corona and Lime ( ?" With the...
Is it just me or does October seem to be a busy month for events? As Halloween events and parties start to ramp up, you can be sure that the real treat this month will be all the costume'd concerts th...
Hello again! With Bluegrass, Blues, Cabaret, Classical, Comedy, Country, EDM, Emo, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Reggae, Rock, AND Theater shows going on this week, I think the only events that we are missing are Me...
Hi friend! Cuz of U, ( the newest single from Medium Build, was released last week on most streaming services and the music video ( (below) has already been watched over 13 thousand times. Wow, no won...
Ahoy! There seems to be a common theme this week that will see a lot of costumes being worn. Get into the Halloween spirit this weekend by dressing up like pirate on Saturday. The 13th Annual Pirate P...
This weekend is going to be busy! In the peninsula, the Annual Alaska World Arts Festival ( is going on in Homer and the Sacred Acre ( music festival is back for its second year of lights, lasers, and...
Alaska is the #1 state in a lot of categories; some good and some not so much. One thing that we get the most of is movers. Alaska is the state with the highest percentage of people moving to and away...
Hello fellow music lovers! This week we have a very exciting event for you. The Alaska Music Zine ( has their launch party to celebrate the first issue of their zine being printed. With live performan...
Hey all! Many of you are already familiar with AKIMI (AK Independent Musicians Initiative ( ) and the great work that they do for growing the music community here in Alaska. Well recently, they have w...
Hello friend! Whew! Salmonfest was a blast and a long weekend for sure. If you follow us on Instagram ( , you may have caught quite a few glimpses of the fun as we traveled from stage to sage and danc...
Hey friends!! August is here which means it is time for SalmonFest!! If you haven't been to Salmonfest before, it is a really fun time with over 30+ hours of music! Four stages filled with both local...
Hello there! Welcome to all the new subscribers who heard about us from the story on rock music with Alaska's News Source ( ! This week feels like we finally got our summer and it just in time because...
Hello again! Today is Sarah Pederson's Birthday and rock fans will be celebrating tomorrow with a night of Metal (and the Jephries!) at Koots! Even though she moved to San Diego to pursue her career a...
Hello again! As I was building the calendar for this week, I was reminded about an unfortunate situation that we have to deal with when it comes to concerts. That is ticket scalpers and resellers. The...
Hello again! July means that it is time for the Girdwood Forest Fair! ( Returning for its 48th year, this FREE, ALL AGES music festival will once again take over the small town of Girdwood and fill it...
Howdy! This week has one of America's favorite holidays; The 4th of July With events from Sutton to Homer, this Tuesday will have something for all! I have never been to the Glacier View Car Launch (l...
Did you enjoy the couple days of sunshine that we had? I know I did; this last weekend at the Sundown Festival was an absolute blast and I am already excited for what changes the next year will bring...
Summer Solstice is here! Well technically it is next week but the celebrations have already started. And the biggest party by far will be Sundown ( , an all-ages 3-day music festival taking place in A...
Hello again! This Saturday we have a couple of big birthday parties. In Anchorage, Van's Dive Bar is having their 5th anniversary party and will be packed full with 28 bands playing music from 3pm unt...
I'm torn. After a 5 week stint of working on the road, I was looking forward to chilling at home and relaxing a bit. Buuuut the music; it calls me. And this weekend has 3 shows that are doing their be...
Happy Wednesday! Summer is here and so are the music festivals! This weekend we have Sunrise (Cooper Landing) & Lazy Mountain (Palmer); then next week is Trapper Creek Bluegrass (Trapper Creek), the 4...
Hey there! It is time to bust out your fins and freebooting attire because it is the Seward Mermaid Festival going on this weekend. This year's theme is Steampunk so be prepared for a costume contest...
Hey Friend! Most of you should remember the wave of Nu Metal that took over airwaves in the late 90's and early 2000's. Amongst them was the hugely popular band Limp Bizkit with their hits; Break Stuf...
Hello Again! With all the great music going on, it can sometimes be easy to forget about the amazing theater performances that we get up here as well! And if you are looking for a classic thriller, th...
Howdy Friend! Can you explain why I love the long chaotic nature of a multi-day music festival or paintball event but at the same time a single show that I attend for fun, (rather than working), can w...
Hello Hello, It's the 3rd week of April so that means it is time forSlush Cup ( and 420 ( . These two "holidays" may be a more accurate than groundhog day when it comes to signaling the start of sprin...
THEY ARE BACK!!!! Lots of great events going on this weekend but in my eyes there is only one. When I think of every concert that I've seen, Ghostland Observatory ( is easily one of my top 10 shows &...
Hey Friends! The Alaska B4UDie Comedy Festival ( is in full swing this week with a bunch of events going on each night from Homer to Talkeetna. Featuring both local and national performing comedians,...
Some great stuff goin on with lots of music and comedy! Do you like to ski or snowboard? The Merry Marmot Festival ( is an annual event at the Arctic Valley Ski area and will have 9 hours of music goi...
Hey friends! As you might have guessed from the title, this weekend marks some special anniversaries! Sweet Cheeks Cabaret, R&B Live!, & Drag Loteria are all celebrating on Friday. (Sweet Cheeks has S...
Hello everyone! It's that time of year where everyone starts wearing green, listening to Irish music, and drinking funny shamrock colored beer as a way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. Typically it is...
Good news everyone! We have outgrown the free plan of mailchimp and now have to upgrade to a paid plan in order to keep sending you these emails each week. And on that note, Thank you to Buggy, Rebecc...
Well, let me rephrase that. I do not HATE Metal music but I don't enjoy the vocal screams that goes with most of it. The drums, guitar, and and bass always impress me with how well they can shred and...
Now that the days are starting to get longer, many venues have begun announcements on the big shows that they have coming up this spring, summer, & fall. I don't want you to miss out on these amazing...
Hey friends! Well I don't know where ALL of them will be but national band, Echosmith ( , will be performing at Williwaw this Saturday so that is where you can find me. You may recognize them from the...
Hey friend! I know I say this often; but there is so much stuff going on this week! With Valentines landing on a Tuesday, most events are happening on the weekend but there are still some happening on...
Hello my dear! If you couldn't tell by the pink & red colors taking over the stores, February is here and that means that it is Valentine season. Whether you are single or partnered, there is going to...
Hey there! This Friday will be a special event because the highly popular cover band, Nothin' But Trouble ( , will be releasing their first original song and debuting it on the Humpy's stage! (Show st...
Welcome Back! Last week was AKIMI ( and up now is the: 34th Annual Anchorage Folk Festival ( ! If you are not familiar with the AFF, it runs from the 19th to the 29th and is chock full of wonderful mu...
Hey there friend, Did you know that the best music event this week is not even a concert?! AKIMI ( (Alaska Independent Musician Initiative) is once again having it's Alaska Music Summit. ( Covering a...
Hello everyone. It is once again the time of the year where everyone makes a bunch of resolutions that they will try to turn into habits. This is also probably the best time to share with you my (firs...
Hello and Happy Holidays! Choices for music last week were pretty slim with most places being closed for Christmas but this week is filled to the brim with shows (and Fireworks) to help you ring in th...
Hi friends, I am sorry to share some sad news this week. On Friday we found out that AK Concerts has been laid off. Here is the email that I received: Unlike previous times I have lost a job, this fir...
Brrr!!!! It is cold and snowy outside and we still have a winter storm warning still in effect! If you are heading out, please drive safe and make sure that you give yourself plenty of time to get the...
Hello again, With the recent snowfall, roads are slippery and treacherous right now so make sure that you are giving yourself plenty time to get to the shows this week. If you have been eagerly waitin...
Hey friends! Whelp, here we are again! I'm making the music calendar and getting serious FOMO (fear of missing out). So much great stuff going on this week!! Did you know that the museum is free on Fi...
Howdy friends! Since we almost never get major tours stopping up here, you may not have heard about the fiasco surrounding the Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour. However if you are familiar with Live Nation...
Hello again! Here is the music calendar for this week. Hopefully you can make it out to catch a show or three! Cheers, Cody Fun Shows This Weekend Upcoming Music Shows in Alaska 11/17 - 11/23 Thursday...
Hey Friends! You may be thinking to yourself; "Wow! The music calendar is here early this week, Cody must really be caught up on things." Well, thank you for the kind thought but unfortunately no, thi...
Hello Friend! If you have been to a concert at Koots in the last decade or have participated in any of the annual Twelve Days of Christmas Pub Crawls ( (fundraisers to bring Christmas to kids in the f...
Happy Halloween Everyone! This used to be my favorite holiday because of the spookiness, the excuse to dress up, and of course, the candy. (Don't worry, it is still in my top 3) When it comes to holid...
It has started. The FOMO (fear of missing out). I got on a plane early this morning to fly south for work (and avoiding the winter) but already I am wishing I was back home to see shows that will be p...
Hello again! With Halloween being less than 3 weeks away, the festivities have already started. This is my favorite time of the year (except for the weather part) because there is so many fun Hallowee...
Hey friends! If you haven't already heard the news, Jay has moved back home and is once again playing music in Alaska! Now you may be asking yourself who is Jay and why should we care? Well, Jay, apar...
I believe that having a good "pregame" can often make or break an evening's activity. And with the right ingredients, it usually makes the night way better! If I'm going to a weekend show at the Perfo...
Did you say Tom Petty? If you did; see the meme below. Free Fallin' is Tom Petty, Freefalin' ( is an even better song! Have you looked outside lately? The trees changing colors and the leaves are begi...
Ahoy! Next week has National Pirate Day on Monday so once again Anchorage will be invaded by pirates as thousands of people hit the streets for the 2022 Pirate Pub Crawl ( . This Saturday gives you a...
Hello again, This morning I woke up from a bad dream and as I lay in bed thinking about workplace safety, I was frustrated over our decisions not to prioritize health. That reminded me about something...
Hi friend! Are you excited for fall and winter or do you want to cling on to the last little bit of summer? As the temperatures are slowly starting to drop, we will be seeing less and less concerts ta...
Hello again! We usually only have a couple of cabarets/burlesque and drag events going on each weekend but we have more than double the amount this time. Fairbanks has two nights of burlesque and a dr...
Hello Friends. The summer is starting to wind down but the concerts are far from finished. So dig your sweaters and raincoats out of the closet because the rain won't ruin this weekend's music happeni...
Hello Friends. Salmonfest is over but the music is far from finished! Many of the bands and musicians from the festival can be found playing around the state this week. The Ninilchik fairgrounds will...
Hello Friends. This week will be a short and sweet email. It is looking like it will be another long (and fun) week with Salmonfest going on and lots of the visiting musicians doing mini tours around...
Hello Friends. I know that this email is a bit late in getting to you so I thank you for your patience. Still recovering a bit from the 47,000 steps I did at Jimmy Eat World, (show set up started at 9...
In 2002, Jimmy Eat World's hit song The Middle ( debuted on the concert charts and its music video of an underwear party ( started getting regular play on MTV. Shortly afterwards, their Bleed American...
Hello friends, The rains have come but don't let that put a damper on your fun this week. There are still plenty of great shows to get your spirits shining! Cheers, Cody These Will Rock Your Weekend!...
Hello friends! Lots of fun events this weekend! Rather than tell you all about them, I included a youtube video preview below each of the posters, so you can see if you might enjoy them too. Cheers, C...
Good morning friends! This email will be short and sweet because I am working the Backyard Country BBQ ( tonight and need to finish getting the concert ready for you. It's going to be a hot and beauti...
Hello again! I hope that you had a great Solstice! My weekend at the Sundown Festival was long and fun and I had just barely recovered before the the Midnight Sun Pub Crawl and a Solstice party at Hil...
Howdy! With this weekend being the closet to the Solstice, there is even more music than normal going on! Not going to lie, I got a little frustrated and dispirited a few times while building this wee...
Hello again friend! This last week was long and super fun and this weekend should be another great one! Fairbanks looks like it will be having a great Saturday with Ayla Ray, Casey Smith ( , and 24KGo...
'Cause I Want More! Cause I Want More! ( " ( I woke up with this song playing in my head a few weeks ago. Cued it up on youtube and shared it with my friends' group-chat, saying "THIS IS US!!" We had...
Hello friends, It's festival time! This weekend kicks of the outdoor music fest season with Trapper Creek Bluegrass and the Sunrise Festival (Cooper Landing). Load up your tent or car camping kit and...
Hello friends, It's finally show week and I am so excited!! Taking Back Sunday is returning to Alaska this weekend and taking over F street for a giant block party out front of Williwaw. I have been l...
Hello again! Well the big concert season has kicked off and this last Saturday was a new concert experience for me. When any large concert ends, you can usually find a few fans lingering at the stage...
Howdy friend, I hope you have your planner handy because there is a ton of music happening this summer! Take a look below this week's schedule for a giant list of many this year's best events. From bl...
Oh, Hello hello! To what event will you go? See you at the show! Cheers, Cody Check out these awesome events! Upcoming Music Shows in Alaska 4/28-5/4 Thursday April 28^th Alaska Center for the Perform...
Howdy Friends! This week has some real treats for you! I am really excited about the Spenard Song Circle and the livestream with Kuf Knotz & Christine Elise. Click on the posters below for the link to...
Hello again, Spring is here which means the days are getting longer and warmer each week! While it is still a bit chilly outside, I have a feeling that before long we will be seeing outdoor shows and...
Wow! The show announcements just keep coming! Salmonfest has just announced another band joining the August line-up. I am not familiar with Umphrey's McGee ( but a quick spotify search shows that they...
Hello again! Last week there was a bunch of concert announcements (listed at the bottom) and this week there are even more! These shows are the ones that were just announced and I am pretty stoked. Wh...
Hello again! The temperatures are warming and it is a good time to start thinking about all the fun you will have this summer. There has been a lot of concerts and comedy shows announced lately. If yo...
Hello Hello, It is time again for another "drinking holiday" and that means; A whole lot more music! Since the bars will be packed for St. Patrick inspired events, we have a few more venues putting on...
Welcome back friends. And a thank you / congratulations to the new subscribers! For the handful of you reading this for the first time, these emails (once a week on Wednesday) will make it easy for yo...
Welcome back friend! This Thursday marks the 4th year that AK Concerts.com ( has been up and running. That is over 200 weeks (or 1450 days) of live music, theatre, and comedy listings! In that time we...
Hello again! As always there are so many concerts that I want to see that I get a bit of FOMO just writing the schedule. There is no way that I could attend every one of them but I am glad that togeth...
Ballyhoo is coming back to town!! Huycke Entertainment just announced this show and it instantly made my day. I have been a fan of Ballyhoo for many years now so to say that I am excited would be an u...
Hi Friend! Last week I created a poll in the Rock the State facebook group asking what Alaskan bands you wanted to see at Salmonfest this year. The poll received almost three thousand votes with over...
Hello again! You may have recently heard a lot of a bit of drama surrounding Spotify and Joe Rogan. I try to shy away from Twitter or the biases (on both sides of the aisle) from the 24-hour "news net...
Hi friend! Do you have an artist (or many) in your life that could use some funds to help them grow and spread their art/music? The Rasmussen Foundation's grant program is once again open and they are...
Hello again! There are some great looking events this week! Do you like to sing, dance, and have people throw cash at you? Sweet Cheeks Cabaret, Viva Spenard, and the Bush Company are each looking for...
Well, they never actually left but week I am happy to announce that some Alaska music alumni have come together to form a supergroup calling themselves "Rival Dads." Self described as Sad dads singing...
Hope you have been staying warm this week!! These below zero temperatures have had me bundled up and playing lots of warm tunes ( to forget about the weather outside. Even when we do have to brave the...
Happy New Years Friend! Last year I wrote you a top 10 list of things that I was looking forward to in 2021. While not everything played out the way that I had planned, this past year was one that far...
Tis the season that has it's own genre of music. Since many places will be closed for the holidays, the schedule is a little bit light when it comes to events (and I have a suspicion that one or two o...
...is for you to forward this email to your friends & family who also love live music in Alaska! Spread cheer this holiday season by helping your friends become better informed about the upcoming musi...
In the last few months, I have been on a long roadtrip / tour and visited countless cities in different 12 states yet I have only been able to attend a small handful of shows. Even though I will want...
Seasons Greetings! Dread it, run from it; Christmas music arrives, all the same. And as quick as you can snap you fingers, half of the radio stations are jingling over the airwaves and every departmen...
Happy Thanksgiving Friend! I hope that this email finds you well and in good health! With Thursday being one of the biggest holidays, there will not be too much music going on that evening. (Don't wor...
Hello again, I have been looking at the screen on my computer for hours trying to figure out what to write about this week.The writers block, paired with the deadline of needing to clean up/put away m...
Hi Everyone You may have heard about the fatal concert over the weekend that has been in the news. Eight concert-goers, ranging from 14 to 27, ended up dying at Astroworld music festival in Houston. I...
Hey Friends! I am sorry that this email is reaching you a bit latter than normal. I have been trying to spend as much of the remaining vacation with my nephews as possible so I have been doing most of...
Hey Friends! It is finally here! Halloween weekend means costumes, candy, and dressed up dance parties. And since I love all three of those things, it is no surprise that this is my favorite holiday....
Hey Friends! What do you think of when it comes to spooky music?? Perhaps your mind is drawn to the the typical songs you have heard at every halloween party (Monster Mash, I Put A Spell On You, Thril...
Hey Friends! You may have already heard that Anchorage has voted to reinstitute the mask mandate in hopes to help our hospitals handle the current situation. As of yet, there has been no notice of lim...
Hello again. You may have heard the news that Hobo Jim has passed away from terminal cancer. He played music up here for the past 50 years and has been the face of Alaskan music for many of them. I ne...
Hello again! I don't really have anything to write about this week so I'll keep it short and sweet. The 2021 Anchorage Press Picks ( are open for voting (you can vote once per day) up until Oct 7th fo...
Hello again my friend! As the snow begins to fall, we are once again reminded that the season for outdoor concerts is rapidly coming to a close. (There are still some going on in Eagle River, Hope, an...
Ahoy! This Saturday night marks the return of pirates descending on downtown Anchorage. The annual Pirate Pub Crawl ( is one of downtown bars' most popular events bringing thousands of costumed corsai...
Hi friends! This previous week I was able to check off a music bucket list item by visiting the world famous Red Rocks Amphitheater in Denver Colorado. This venue had been on my radar for years and wh...
Hello again friends! We often joke about Alaska being behind the times. We typically get bands & artists 10-20 years after they have made it big. Restaurants or stores that are popular in the lower 48...
Hello again friends! What a week for big concerts! I don’t know about you but my newsfeed was filled with photos and videos from the shows that were going on. It made me happy to see so many people ha...
Hello again friends! From the small local shows to the sold out national acts, this will be an epic weekend. DJ Militant is back in town and is bringing Reggae, Dancehall, & Afro beats to Koots (Thurs...
Hello friends! Last week I brought you my Top 10 of the bands I wanted to see at Salmonfest. Well, I was able to see 8 of them (2 had to cancel) and a whole lot more!! I will try to upload the footage...
** Oops! I Made A Mistake ------------------------------------------------------------ A sharp-eyed reader spotted a discrepancy between schedules and was kind enough to let us know about the mistake...
Click the schedule above to download & print a copy! Good morning friends! It's finally here. Time to load up the uhaul and head on south to Salmonfest! I am super excited for the festival and will ha...
"And Party every day." Unfortunately that desire for music every night and day has left me worn out and need of recovery. (Too much dancing, not enough sleep). So this weekend instead of trying to go...
What a jam packed weekend! Even Tuesday, the day with the least events, has more than you can count on one hand. It seemed like almost every week leading up to now was met with "Awesome! This will be...
Hi friends! About a week ago I had heard the industry whispering of the Foo Fighters concert coming up in August and knew that it was bound be a popular one. The almost instantaneous selling out of bo...
Hi friends! Have you ever thought about getting paid to be at a concert before? For the large outdoor concerts and festivals, there is often a need for temporary workers to help lend a hand. Bartendin...
Hello everyone! This week will be a lot of fun. It's 4th of July weekend so there is bound to be lots of BBQ's and bonfires. Will you be going out to see music live or playing it over your speakers? W...
Hello friends! Sorry that this email is getting into your inbox a bit late. I was traveling for most of the day and it was a bit difficult to write to you while in transit. Drafting this email on the...
Hi friends! For the past month and a half I have been out of Alaska on "vacation" (still working remotely, just not from home). My time down here has been a nice break from Alaska but the homesickness...
Hello! Have you heard of the NPR Tiny Desk Concerts? These are a series of mini-concerts that are recorded live in the office studio of NPR (Nationally Public Radio). Started in 2008 as a way to exper...
Hello again friends! Today we made another leap and just submitted the application to have a booth at Salmonfest again this year. I say leap because instead of being a purely informational booth like...
Hello again friends! This week has brought with it a few show announcements that made me very happy. First off, Cousin Curtiss ( will be heading back up here on his annual tour of Interior Alaska, sta...
Hello again friend! I am joking of course, many people know about and love Ukulele Russ (& His One Man Frontier Band) ( . The subject to this email is a reference to his comedic instagram ( series tha...
Hey friend! The Anchorage music community has been abuzz the past few days of a musician who was discovered to have plead guilty to sexual abuse of a minor. Since this is something that wouldn't be kn...
Howdy Ya'll! Country music is a genre that is widely popular across the nation as well as here in the state. With it being so well-liked, it's not surprising that we see a lot of Country artists comin...
Hey friend! I am sorry for this email getting to you so late. May is Mental Health Awareness Month and I wanted to find a way to reflect on music's relationship with mental health. I struggled to put...
Howdy friend! Break up in Alaska means one thing; Say hello to longer days and warmer weathers as the sunshine drives away the snow and ice. While winter is often great for projects and fostering the...
High friends! With 68% of Americans now supporting legalization (Gallup) ( , the clouds of condemnation surrounding the plant are starting to part. 4:20pm What started as a meeting time for smoking af...
Hi friends! One look at the music calendar and you can see that more shows are being scheduled each week. Soon we will be back to pre-covid levels (if not stronger) of singing, dancing, and enjoying o...
Hi friends! For the most part, I think everyone is pretty tired with politics and political campaigns. Each time we drive by a sign or scroll past an advert, we think to ourself "another election? oh...
Hello again! When we come together for a show, the last thing that anyone wants is conflict or violence. The acts of terrorism that we witnessed in Atlanta & Colorado this week are painful reminders t...
** Happy St. Patricks Day!! ------------------------------------------------------------ Hey Friends, Do you ever wonder how this religious holiday, celebrated world-wide, became synonymous with the s...
** Hello again. ------------------------------------------------------------ Today I would like to share a video that had a profound effect on me last night. I remembered being impressed with how powe...
Hey Friends! It's Fur Rondy time and many of the fun, annual events have survived the pandemic precautions. If you missed the fireworks last weekend, you can still catch the Blizzard Bash ( this Frida...
Hey Friends! As covid numbers are continuing the downward trend, some venues in anchorage are slowly returning to playing music. Williwaw, Van's, & the Karaoke joints have been playing since the last...
Straight to the spam folder! On Wednesday I accidentally misspelled my email address (rookie mistake, I know) and that led many inbox to block or flag this as spam. According to mailchimp, everything...
Hey Friends! Would you have any interest in attending a Musician Swap Meet? A place where everyone could get together to buy/sell/trade used music related gear; instruments, media, memorabilia, whatev...
Hello everyone! As you have already noticed, it is that time of the year where the grocery stores, restaurants, and streaming services are all determined to remind you that Valentine's Day is this wee...
Touchdown! This Sunday will be the largest livestream concert with almost 100 million viewers tuning into Superbowl LV (and its half-time performance)! While the half-time show is typically a lot more...
Gretings friends! This weekend is going to be a great one with THREE star-filled virtual events! Saturday will see the arrival of an epic sci-fi rock opera from Harper's Farce ( . They gave me a chanc...
Hi friends! Well, we are slowly starting to see more music events returning to the calendar as bands and venues seek to restart shows in Anchorage. So far it seems that Karaoke and the Eternal Cowboys...
Hard Rock Cafe closes its Anchorage location ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - After months of being boarded up in Downtown Anchorage, Hard Rock Cafe Anchorage has closed permanently. ( Howdy Friend! A state...
Welcome back! I hope that you had a wonderful New Years. Lockdowns in Anchorage have lessoned so that means bars and restaurants in the MOA are back open to 25% percent capacity. And with the return o...
Looks like 2020 is no different when it comes to New Year's celebrations. The Eve of 2021 will see more shows on Thursday than throughout the rest of the week. We have been living through a drought of...
Hello friend! I hope the holidays find you doing well. Do you have a favorite Christmas song or album? Do you hate Christmas music and roll your eyes when it comes on each November? I may be a bit of...
Music Lovers Rejoice! O'Hara ( has put together a wonderful gift guide for this holiday season featuring many of the new music releases. Check out all of the music below! Happy Holidays Cody 2020 Holi...
Where are all of the metalheads at? Of all the music genres that I seen, Metal seems to be the one that tends to have the most loyal, enthusiastic fans. Monday or Wednesday night concerts at Koots wou...
Whelp! ( Anchorage is shut down again. I don't like it at all but I understand why and yes, I saw it coming. Again. And while I may grumble and complain about the fact that I can't go out to enjoy mus...
Hey friends! Are you an artist that is struggling due to the pandemic (or do you know a musician that has)? Please share this with ( them. There is $500,000 of Covid relief money that is available thr...
Hi friends! Today, I would like to talk about Karaoke. A great way for everyone to get up and dabble in the dream of being a rockstar, watching it can be like putting a cover band on shuffle. While I...
Hey there! First I would like to say thank you to everyone who voted AK Concerts for Best Blog. We made the podium!! (See image below). Your love and support is what fuels AK Concerts so this is your...
"O say can you see by the dawn's early light What so proudly we hailed at the twilight's last gleaming Whose broad stripes and bright stars through the perilous fight O'er the ramparts we watched, wer...
Fellow Alaskans, With Election deadlines less than a week away and many people (including myself) having already voted, I know that the majority of Americans are anxious for it to be over. With regist...
Hi friends! Those of you tuned into various social media platforms may have noticed a resurgence of the hit song "Dreams" by Fleetwood Mac ( . The song, first released in 1977, has become so popular l...
Hey friends, Yesterday I opened up my email to find a link to the new album from Juneau based artist, Marian Call ( . Already somewhat familiar with her work, I clicked play and within the first 10 se...
Hello again, For as long as I can remember, I have disliked the winter. These past few years, I have learned there was a lot more to my "winter blues" than I had previously thought. The cold and the d...
Hello all, I'm sorry to report that this summer was not as productive as I had planned for at the beginning of the year. Many of the 2020 goals for AK Concerts were postponed due to the virus and redu...
Hey friends, The Press Picks ( are live and open for voting. We have been nominated for Best Blogger and would appreciate your continued support! (Remember you can come back here and cast a vote for y...
Hello again, With fall upon us, the days (and nights) of being warm outside are are quickly fading as winter approaches. Our chances for live music outside will become fewer and further between. Many...
Fellow readers, I'm excited to pick up a copy of this week's Anchorage Press ( for a couple of reasons. I was able to interview Sally Oberstein, the director of the Alaska World Arts Festival ( , and...
Hooray! Yesterday we hit another milestone! The facebook page for AK Concerts ( has broken 1000 Likes! (our Instagram ( is almost there with 983 followers) While this is just a drop in the bucket comp...
Hey friends This week I have some sad news to share. A few days ago, Peter Ettinger passed away after being struck by a vehicle. Ettinger was a regular staple at Koot's ( during the time that I turned...
Howdy friends! Have you ever been more excited to see an opening band than those who are heading? This weekend will see Parmalee come to play a show at the Alaska Raceway Park in Palmer. While they ar...
Hello friends! With EO-15 shutting down almost all bars and dining in Anchorage, it is no surprise that the calendar has been light these past couple of weeks. Pretty much every event is now online, o...
Fish on! This past Sunday had people from around the world tuning into the Salmonfest 2020 live stream that has been watched over 20,000 times already. The hard-working staff & volunteers have continu...
Hey friends, This weekend is going to be a great one for both streamed and live all-aged shows. All but one day of the week is scheduled for some Alaskan music to be live-streamed. (If you follow Ukul...
Hey friends, Lately the nice weather, had me feeling good about venturing to a bar patio for some sunny tunes. But from what I have seen from the rest of the bar crowds, it is not surprising that our...
Hey friends, Sorry that this email is reaching you a little bit late. I ended up having a full day "working" on a commercial shoot with friends. I put "working" in quotations because while it is prett...
Hey friends, Today, I received an email from NIVA (National Independent Venue Association) ( , reminding me that Congress will be voting on the RESTART Act this month and asking for my help in signing...
Hey friends, If you have not heard, Covid has struck the local music scene again. Multiple musicians are currently battling the disease, some venues have had to temporarily close while their employees...
Even though the lockdown has been lifted for a while, I have not been going out to see live music as often as before. The pandemic has been a good reminder about how deadly germs can be and just how i...
Hey friends! Stickers have came back in! Want one for your collection, water bottle or favorite bar bathroom? Let me know and I will coordinate on how to get you some AK Concert stickers to help sprea...
Clear out all the other junk, help me hear." Hello again, As much as I love music, when the car radio is on, I mostly listen to NPR. One of the other silver linings of the covid cancelations, is that...
Hey friends! It seems to be getting harder and harder to separate politics from everything else. News, sports, and social media have all become increasingly polarized lately but there is one thing tha...
Hey friends! Some sad but not-unexpected news this week. Salmonfest ( has decided to put off the festival this year and postpone their 10th Anniversary to August 6th-8th, 2021. They may host some smal...
Hello Again! With bars reopening, we are starting to see music coming back to the calendar. While there are not a lot of events scheduled, one band, The Eternal Cowboys ( , has hit the ground running...
Hey friends, While Portugal.The Man may have moved to Portland to pursue the music career, they are still very in-tune with what goes on "back home." The band brought Alaska into national news when th...
Hey friends, From stand-up comedy to Easter Sunday church services, Anchorage (and cities all over the country) have quickly embraced the idea of drive-in entertainment. And now: Music! We have just f...
Hey friends, Is now a bad time to answer a few questions? -What are you doing to keep yourself entertained during the quarantine? -How did you find out about AKC? -What matters to you when looking for...
Hey friends, I am sorry if my email on Wednesday was disheartening, it was not my intention. I am a big fan of April Fools and was hoping for one that wasn't a dead giveaway but one that also had a po...
Hello friends, I am afraid that I have some bad news to start us off. With daily life being interrupted and no clear idea on when we will be able to return to work, our only source of funding (the cal...
Hello friends and fellow survivors. I know that it can be tough to deal with the isolation when cabin fever sets in. To battle this, I know of 3 "virtual concerts" coming up in the next few days to he...
Hi friends. Unfortunately, with the emergency response to Covid-19 shutting down all gatherings, all events is no longer allowed to go on. While you may say "Dang! I'm bummed this concert will be canc...
Howdy! Alaskan Music. What do you think of when you hear those two words together? Your favorite local band or folk music may spring to mind but for many people outside of the state, it is the drum an...
Hey there! First off, I would like to thank everyone who took the time to fill out the s ( urvey ( last week. Your feedback is very helpful and I really appreciate it. This week is an exciting week fo...
Happy Rondy! This week I have two favors to ask of you. The first one is that you go out and enjoy some music! There is a lot of stuff going on this week and with Fur Rondy in full swing, there will b...
Howdy friends! Folk is one of those umbrella-like genre's that has tons of variations and can range from deep melancholy to energetic dancing. Up here we are blessed with a large scene of many differe...
Hello there! Whether you celebrate Valentine's Day or not, this weekend is generally one that is associated with love & chocolate. While I don't have any chocolate for you, I figured that I would shar...
Hello friends! Is it too early to start thinking about the summer/fall music festivals? With the deadline for early-bird Salmonfest tickets coming up quickly (Feb 7th @ midnight), I thought it best to...
Good evening friends! I feel a little bit silly but I just realized we could add a search bar to the website. It doesn't find individual shows within the calendar (yet) but it will allow you to quickl...
Hey friends! How many artists in the Have You Heard? ( section of AK Concerts.com are you familiar with? It is a great place to learn about some of the local talent that you may not be familiar with....
Howdy friend! From folk to guitarists from around the world, this week is a busy one for fans of stringed instruments. The A ( nchorage Folk Festival ( kicked off today and will be taking over the Wen...
Brrrr!!!!! These cold days and nights can make it hard to find the motivation to leave the comforts of home. It is so tempting to just stay home under a mountain of blankets rather than deal with the...
Happy New Year! I hope your 2020 is off to a great start. From me and AK Concerts; we are hoping that this year brings positive growth. Did you give yourself any resolutions for the new year? I would...
Seasons' Greetings! While the holiday season is typically one for joy, 2019 brings a bittersweet gift. This Saturday, over 20 bands will come together to pay throw a going away party for the "Anchorag...
Seasons' Greetings! While the holiday season is typically one for joy, 2019 brings a bittersweet gift. This Saturday, over 20 bands will come together to pay throw a going away party for the "Anchorag...
Hello friends! Last week I told you about the First Friday take over of the museum by Alaska Independent Musician Initiative (AKIMI) ( . My plan was to only attend for the listening to the local music...
Hello there! Did you know that the Anchorage Museum is free to the public from 6pm to 9pm on the First Friday of each month? Not only can this be a great time for you to check out some of the great ex...
Happy Thanksgiving! In this season of thanks, (and for the the rest of the year too), I am grateful for the talented people that work to bring music into our lives. From pianists to promoters and sing...
Hey friends! Would you be interested in seeing more videos from shows that come to town? In addition to listing the music calendar, I will often take photos & videos between dancing at concerts; howev...
Howdy! Do you every feel torn and conflicted on what fun things to do with your evening? How can you decide when multiple bands that you love are all playing at once? I am currently struggling over th...
Hello again! Last night we found out some wonderful news! One of our favorite musicians from Salmonfest is returning to Alaska for a 9-stop tour. Cousin Curtiss ( & Harrison B are so good that they we...
Hello again! Last week was the award ceremony for the 2019 Anchorage Press Picks, and while we (AK Concerts) were not fortunate enough to win "Best Blogger", it was very rewarding to see many of our t...
Sup! Are you a millennial? Fan of pop-punk & emo bands; Blink 182, Fall Out Boy, My Chemical Romance, Taking Back Sunday, Jimmy Eat World, Weezer and other bands that dominated the music airwaves in t...
Ahoy! The Little Mermaid is kicking off Broadway season with a splash. And unfortunately that means that the sharks have already begun to circle. Not the large ocean predators but those who prey on un...
Howdy friend! While many audiophiles (including me) will sometimes complain about how Alaska is isolated and we miss out on many of the touring bands, we do have some pretty nice advantages. Because t...
Happy October! We are in the month of costumed concerts and pumpkin flavored everything. I am not much of a latte drinker but I am looking forward to as much pie as I can eat before costume gets too t...
Good evening! As the temperatures start to drop and the the termination dust crawls down the mountain, a many of us will begin to spend more time indoors and become reluctant to leave the house. Somet...
Ahoy! This week marks the 10^thannual Pirate Pub Crawl. The very popular event gets bigger each year and has now expanded the fun to include all ages. Beginning at 2pm, town square will have food vend...
As a workaholic, I don’t get out of Anchorage as often as I would like. So this weekend I made an effort to escape; to drive south and catch a concert in Hope. Restaurant and music venue, the Creekben...
Hey friend! This is the weekend for some great all-ages shows! Four out of six of the shows I talk about below are family-friendly events that allow patrons of all ages to come enjoy the music. (the B...
Ooops!! After researching & writing Wednesdays music news update, I completely forgot to include the current schedule. Thank you Lizzy B. for catching it and the fast reply! The dates below have been...
Hello there, This morning, I learned of something that saddened me. It appears that AMCO (the Alcohol & Marijuana Control Office) is currently considering a change to the the law that could cripple br...
It's election season! Not for politics but for the 2019 Press Picks ( . This is where you can vote for your favorite Band, DJ, Restaurant, Doctor, and even Blogger ( (I think that what this newsletter...
Hey there! A question I get asked often when telling people about AK Concerts is, "Do they pay you for doing this?" I usually taught and tell them, "One day." Well after a year and a half of having th...
Hello friends! Wow! Salmonfest was soo much fun! As a first time Salmonfest attendee, I tried to catch as much of it as possible. Between volunteering as a gate guard for graveyard shift security to h...
Hello friends! This weekend is Salmonfest ( ! We will be having our very first vendor booth there so if you are attending, come visit us at the Salmon Causeway! We will have paper copies of an easy to...
Hey there! This weekend there will be a couple of festivals going on in addition to the normal music venues. In Wasilla, the Great Alaskan Cannabis Bowl ( will be full of marijuana & music. The 12th A...
Howdy! The Eternal Cowboys ( are bringing Dance & Delicious together! A few members of the popular local band are also involved with the Alleyway Grille ( . The restaurant has moved from Koots in to t...
Hey there! I hope everyone had a fun and safe Fourth of July weekend! I was able to get out of the office for a bit to catch some tunes in Anchorage, Girdwood, Hope. The photos & videos are piling up...
Holy Smokes! This week has been a bad one for wild fires here in Alaska. I hope that you stay safe and the air quality hasn't been affecting you too much. With temperatures up to 80˚+ this week, pleas...
Hey there! The hot, sunny weather has been a great boon for this summer's outdoor concerts. This week continues the trend and we have even more fun events! Tonight is the 7th Annual Backyard Country B...
Howdy! This week we have three amazing outdoor shows scheduled to take advantage of the hot, sunny weather. Tomorrow is Live After Five in Anchorage Town Square. If you haven't been to one before, the...
Aloha! As the days are getting hotter, so is the music. This week, we are taking a look at all of the upcoming reggae shows (in addition to the weekly calendar). We have had a few big shows already ha...
Hey friend! Did you know that there are free concerts downtown every week in the summer? The mission of the Anchorage Downtown Partnership is to improve the quality of life in downtown Anchorage and t...
Hello again! I just want to say thank you for all of the support and positive feedback that you have shown me. I get butterflies in my stomach every time I get a notification about a new subscriber or...
Hello again! Here are the upcoming music and comedy shows that we could find scheduled for this week. Getting tickets to a larger show? Don't let google fool you into buying tickets from a reseller. A...
Hello again! Here are the upcoming music and comedy shows that we could find scheduled for this week. With so many options available, what will you choose? If this this helpful, please consider recomm...
Hello again! Here are the upcoming music and comedy shows that we could find scheduled for this week. There is some great theatre going on this weekend as well! With so many options available, what wi...
Howdy! For those of you that like sci-fi, fantasy, and/or gaming, the Arctic Comic Con ( will be going on this weekend. (I would bet that Comic Con on Star Wars Day will be the biggest gathering of Al...
Howdy! There are lots of fun stuff going on this week! Here are the upcoming music and comedy shows scheduled for this week. As always, the event titles are clickable links to make it easy for you to...
Hello friend! Here are the upcoming music and comedy shows scheduled for this week. The event titles are clickable links to make it easy for you to rsvp, read more info, or add it to your calendar. Ho...
Hi Friend! Here are the upcoming music and comedy shows scheduled for this week. The event titles are clickable links to make it easy for you to rsvp, read more info, or add it to your calendar. Hope...
Hey friend! Here are the upcoming music and comedy shows scheduled for this week. The event titles are clickable links to make it easy for you to rsvp, read more info, or add it to your calendar. Hope...
Hey friend! Here are the upcoming music and comedy shows scheduled for this week. The event titles are clickable links to make it easy for you to rsvp, read more info, or add it to your calendar. Hope...
Good evening friend, Here are the upcoming music and comedy shows scheduled for the next week. The event titles are clickable links to make it easy for you to rsvp, read more info, or add it to your c...
