Global phenomenon Thievery Corporation announces its Surf Hotel debut with a highly-anticipated performance on The LAWN Friday, May 27, 2022. Following this performance, renowned visual artist and DJ Chali 2na will take the stage at the Ivy Ballroom with his band The House of Vibe to close the night out. These two performances are part of the musical festivities during the popular and annual CKS Paddlefest weekend, the largest river festival in Buena Vista.

Thievery Corporation, an American electronic music duo, will take the stage on The LAWN, the newest venue in South Main. Twenty-five years into their genre-defying electronic music career, Thievery Corporation’s founding principles of D.I.Y. and inclusion have become key themes in mainstream social conversation. After a dozen highly acclaimed full-length albums, remix LPs, concert recordings, and over two decades of incendiary live performances that have thrilled audiences worldwide, Thievery Corporation’s music and message are more relevant now than ever.

Following Thievery’s debut performance, the iconic visual artist and hip-hop legend Chali 2na will take the stage at the Ivy Ballroom. Most well-known for co-founding music groups, Jurassic 5 and Ozomatli, Chali released his debut solo album "Fish Outta Water" in 2009.  Since then, he has toured the world ten times over with his band known as House of Vibe and has collaborated with some of the industry’s most recognized and respected DJs and Musicians. Breathing visual life into his musical past, Chali embarked on a 6-year journey to produce "Against the Current, a multi-media project that combines a 5-part series of genre-bending EPs with a coffee table art book featuring his original paintings, drawings, and photography.

“It’s an honor to host artists of this caliber at the Surf Hotel venues. It brings me a great deal of joy knowing our local community and Paddlefest friends will get to experience these legendary music pioneers in BV,” said Jed Selby, Co-Founder, and President of South Main and Surf Hotel.

For guests that plan to make a weekend out of the festivities, other musical acts performing at The LAWN during Paddlefest include ETHNO and the Sweet Lillies. ETHNO is led by Denver-based drummer/producer, Jeffrey James Franca. Widely known as the drummer for Thievery Corporation, Jeff brings new life, and a modern sound to the timeless experience of terrestrial vibration using rhythms and melodies influenced by Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, and South America.

Opening for ETHNO at The LAWN is Colorado-based band The Sweet Lillies. The Sweet Lillies have incorporated all of their cumulative life experiences into their music, their songwriting, and their artistry, crafting an uncommonly-beautiful style they have christened “String-Americana” - a nod to the band’s all-encompassing musical tastes and willingness to experiment with genres. The band's third studio album was recorded in Denver, CO, and produced by Timothy Carbone of Railroad Earth. Both of these shows will take place Saturday, May 28th at The LAWN. These concerts are free to the public and voluntary donations will benefit a new wave being built in Buena Vista’s River Park.

To purchase tickets for Thievery Corporate please visit:

https://tickets.surfhotel.com/e/thievery-corporation-on-the-lawn

To purchase tickets for Chali 2na please visit:

https://tickets.surfhotel.com/e/chali2na

About the Surf Hotel: The Surf Hotel is a boutique hotel located in the adventure town of Buena Vista, Colorado. Inspired by the understated elegance of European hospitality and the spectacular natural beauty of its home in the Rocky Mountains, the Surf offers a unique perspective and location which features a sense of luxury without pretension.

About the Ivy Ballroom: Overlooking the waves of the Buena Vista Whitewater Park, the Surf Hotel’s beautifully detailed Ivy Ballroom is designed to host a range of intimate, world-class events ranging from seated dinners to epic concerts, weddings, and feature films. Named Top 10 Best Small-Town Music Venues by Colorado Magazine, the Ivy Ballroom - conveniently located inside the Surf Hotel - is quickly becoming a sought-after venue for both artists and concert-goers alike. Since its opening in 2019, the Ivy Ballroom has hosted a plethora of renowned musicians, from The Motet to Leftover Salmon, Keller Williams, Rapidgrass, and others. The Ivy Ballroom boasts an elite sound system and lighting as well as unmatched views of the Arkansas River.

About The LAWN: The LAWN is an outdoor venue conveniently located in front of the Surf Hotel, on the South Main Town Square. The LAWN, South Main’s newest venue, has become a popular attraction and beloved space for the community to gather during the summer to enjoy live music. Guests are encouraged to kick off their shoes and dance the night away. Also boasting an elite sound system and stage lights, The LAWN offers artists and concert-goers an epic experience that is intimate, unique, and beautiful.

The Surf Hotel announces Reggae on The LAWN, the first music event of its kind and the biggest summer festival to date, taking place July 8-10 in South Main’s newest outdoor venue. The lineup includes an A-list roster of legendary reggae artists including Collie Buddz, The Movement, Israel Vibration, and Don Carlos. Plus dance party vibes with The Polish Ambassador, BoomBox, and DJ Matt Cassidy. The festival will conclude on Sunday with a Softlanding Set featuring Heavy Diamond Ring followed by Rapidgrass with special guest Mark Levy.

The festival will also feature two unforgettable after party concerts in the Surf Hotel’s Ivy Ballroom featuring BoomBox on Friday and The Polish Ambassador on Saturday.

Friday’s headliner Collie Buddz who grew up on the islands of Bermuda, rose to prominence in the early to mid-2000s, with hits like “Come Around” and “Mamacita.” His third and latest studio album “Hybrid” hit No. 1 on the U.S. Billboard reggae charts shortly after its 2019 release. Saturday’s headliner features The Movement, an alternative-reggae band that has been winning fans over since its inception in Columbia, SC in 2003. Drawing inspiration from Sublime, 311, Slightly Stoopid, and John Brown’s Body, they’ve come to be known as musical shapeshifters with a foundation of heavy drum and bass. Their sixth studio album, Ways Of The World, will be released on June 7, 2019, as the highly anticipated followup to 2016’s Golden.

“We are really excited to mix it up and do some reggae with an epic lineup for our biggest summer festival. We love the combination of OG stars like Don Carlos and Isreal Vibration mixed with the younger alternative-reggae bands. We are always excited to bring back The Polish Ambassador who will perform on The LAWN as well as in the Ivy Ballroom for one of the two after party shows” said Jed Selby, Co-Founder, and President of South Main and Surf Hotel.

Festival and camping passes as well as after-party and single-day tickets can be purchased at https://tickets.surfhotel.com/e/reggae-on-the-lawn/tickets.  

*Kids 12 and under are free

About the Surf Hotel: The Surf Hotel is a boutique hotel located in the adventure town of Buena Vista, Colorado. Inspired by the understated elegance of European hospitality and the spectacular natural beauty of its home in the Rocky Mountains, the Surf offers a unique perspective and location which features a sense of luxury without pretension.

About the Ivy Ballroom: Overlooking the waves of the Buena Vista Whitewater Park, the Surf Hotel’s beautifully detailed Ivy Ballroom is designed to host a range of intimate, world-class events ranging from seated dinners to epic concerts, weddings, and feature films. Named Top 10 Best Small-Town Music Venues by Colorado Magazine, the Ivy Ballroom - conveniently located inside the Surf Hotel - is quickly becoming a sought-after venue for both artists and concert-goers alike. Since its opening in 2019, the Ivy Ballroom has hosted a plethora of renowned musicians, from The Motet to Leftover Salmon, Keller Williams, Rapidgrass, and others. The Ivy Ballroom boasts an elite sound system and lighting as well as unmatched views of the Arkansas River.

About The LAWN:  Located in front of the Surf Hotel, on South Main Town Square, The LAWN is an acclaimed open-air venue surrounded by 360 degrees of stunning Colorado landscape. The LAWN, South Main’s newest venue, has become a popular attraction and beloved space for the community to gather during the summer to enjoy live music. Guests are encouraged to kick off their shoes and dance the night away. Also boasting an elite sound system and stage lights, The LAWN offers artists and concert-goers an epic experience that is intimate, unique, and beautiful.

This Labor day the Surf Hotel will host internationally acclaimed folk musicians Rising Appalachia to The LAWN. Rising Appalachia performed in the Ivy Ballroom to a nearly sold-out crowd in 2019, however, this will be the band's debut performance on The LAWN. The holiday concert will include two shows with the supporting band Birds of Play opening.

As world travelers for nearly two decades, Rising Appalachia have merged multiple global music influences with their own southern roots to create the inviting new folk album, Leylines. Remarkably the band has built its legion of listeners independently -- a self-made success story that has led to major festival appearances and sold-out shows at venues across the country. Colorado Folk band Birds of Play have been described as “intrinsically, undeniably Colorado." Members consist of Alex Paul, Eric Shedd, Anneke Dean, and Jack Tolan, who make up a musical collaboration of multi-instrumentalists performing genres consisting of blues, bluegrass, folk, and funk that leave their audience with all the feels and wanting more.

“We are so honored to welcome Rising Appalachia back to the Surf Hotel. I am a big fan and these women put on an incredible show in the Ivy Ballroom in 2019 that certainly left the audience wanting more. The LAWN felt like a great fit for this second time around. An autumn concert under the stars just felt right” said Jed Selby, Co-Founder, and President of South Main and Surf Hotel.

About The LAWN:  Located in front of the Surf Hotel, on South Main Town Square, The LAWN is an acclaimed open-air venue surrounded by 360-degrees of stunning Colorado landscape. The LAWN, South Main’s newest venue, has become a popular attraction and beloved space for the community to gather during the summer to enjoy live music. Guests are encouraged to kick off their shoes and dance the night away. Also boasting an elite sound system and stage lights, The LAWN offers artists and concert-goers an epic experience that is intimate, unique, and beautiful.

The Surf Hotel announces a special Halloween Concert, Monday, October 31st in the Ivy Ballroom featuring Colorado-based band Twang is Dead. Led by Arthur Lee Land, Twang Is Dead is a Colorado community art project featuring a fresh new take on Grateful Dead songs.

Guest artists for the evening will include Brian McRae (Kyle Hollingsworth Band and Kyle Hollingsworth Band) on drums and EDM Loops along with Charlie Mertens (Rapidgrass, Thievery Corp) on bass, and master violinist Coleman Smith (Rapidgrass, Coletrain Music Academy) who will bring his extraordinary fiddle playing to the mix on select songs.

“The Surf Hotel in Buena Vista is one of our favorite venues in Colorado. Our Halloween show will be different than our previous Surf shows. We will be mixing in a thumping electronic EDM Rave Dance Party element with transcendent visuals into our mix of Colorado Twang & Funk” said Arthur Lee Land.

Tickets may be purchased here: https://tickets.surfhotel.com/e/halloween/tickets  

    Date: Monday, Oct 31, 2022

    Doors: 7:30pm | Show: 8pm

    Location: Ivy Ballroom at Surf Hotel

    Tickets: $30 (children 12 & under are free)

About the Ivy Ballroom: Overlooking the waves of the Buena Vista Whitewater Park, the Surf Hotel’s beautifully detailed Ivy Ballroom is designed to host a range of intimate, world-class events ranging from seated dinners to epic concerts, weddings, and feature films. Named Top 10 Best Small-Town Music Venues by Colorado Magazine, the Ivy Ballroom - conveniently located inside the Surf Hotel - is quickly becoming a sought-after venue for both artists and concert-goers alike. Since its opening in 2018, the Ivy Ballroom has hosted a plethora of renowned musicians, from The Motet to Leftover Salmon, Keller Williams, Rapidgrass, Andrew Marlin, The Polish Ambassadors, Rising Appalachia, and more. The Ivy Ballroom boasts an elite sound system and lighting as well as unmatched views of the Arkansas River.

The Surf Hotel announces it will host the legendary Melvin Seals & JGB for a two-night run, on December 9th & 10th. This will be the band’s debut performance in the Ivy Ballroom.

Melvin Seals has been a powerful presence in the music industry for over 30 years with a long-established reputation as a performer, recording artist, and producer. Melvin is most revered for his powerful, high-spirited, Hammond B-3 organ, and keyboards in the Jerry Garcia Band. Melvin spun his B-3 magic with the Jerry Garcia Band for 18 years and in doing so helped pioneer and define what has now become "Jam Band Music". From blues to funk to rock to jazz, Melvin Seals serves up a tasty mix with a little R&B and gospel thrown in to spice things up.

Melvin and JGB bring an intuitive, expressive style, soul, spontaneity, and remarkable chops to the table. John Kadlecik on lead guitar and vocal duties, John-Paul McLean's savory bass, Jeremy Hoenig on the drums, and, of course, a heapin' helpin' of the wizard's magic on Hammond B-3 Organ and keyboards. Their chemistry is the focus from which they create a spontaneous and high art where the sky is the limit musically. They offer an exciting, often psychedelic musical journey featuring Grateful Dead faves that changes nightly and keeps the audience dancing and smiling (and some staring in amazement) for hours. Concert-goers can expect a broad horizon mix of original songs in addition to both popular and obscure Jerry Garcia Band and Grateful Dead covers. The band has also been known to throw in song selections by bands like the Meters, Bob Dylan, and Rolling Stones.

Adding his rock-gospel-soul-rhythm and blues touch with his funky style of playing, no wonder Jerry nicknamed him "Master of the Universe". Melvin continues to treat music lovers to his unique brand of melodic flavor with JGB.

MELVIN SEALS & JGB BAND MEMBERS:

Melvin Seals - Hammond B3 Organ, Keyboards & Vocals

John Kadlecik - Electric Guitar & Lead Vocals

John-Paul McLean - Bass

Jeremy Hoenig - Drums

Tickets may be purchased here: https://tickets.surfhotel.com/e/melvin-seals-jgb-at-surf-hotels-ivy-ballroom/tickets

    Date: Friday Dec. 9th & Saturday Dec. 10th

    Doors: 7:30 pm | Show: 8 pm

    Location: Ivy Ballroom at Surf Hotel

    Tickets: $70 single | $125 both nights *all ages welcome

Book a room at a discounted rate by following these instructions:

    Go to https://surfhotel.com/ and click BOOK A ROOM

    Select your dates (between 12/9-12/11)*

    Select "Do you have a group code"

    Enter the following group code to receive a 15% discount on your room: SURFSUP

About the Ivy Ballroom: Overlooking the waves of the Buena Vista Whitewater Park, the Surf Hotel’s beautifully detailed Ivy Ballroom is designed to host a range of intimate, world-class events ranging from seated dinners to epic concerts, weddings, and feature films. Named Top 10 Best Small-Town Music Venues by Colorado Magazine, the Ivy Ballroom - conveniently located inside the Surf Hotel - is quickly becoming a sought-after venue for both artists and concert-goers alike. Since its opening in 2018, the Ivy Ballroom has hosted a plethora of renowned musicians, from The Motet to Leftover Salmon, Keller Williams, Rapidgrass, Andrew Marlin, The Polish Ambassadors, Rising Appalachia, and more. The Ivy Ballroom boasts an elite sound system and lighting as well as unmatched views of the Arkansas River.

The Surf Hotel, located in the new urbanism neighborhood of South Main in Buena Vista, CO., announced it will host its first winter celebration on The LAWN New Year’s Eve. The evening will feature live music with Rapidgrass, hot beverages, and fire pits. This inaugural event will also offer visitors a free art installation spotlighting artist Brett Phares of lightStruct, who will design five digital light projections throughout South Main. 

The LAWN is the Surf Hotel’s outdoor venue located on South Main Town Square, which boasts 360 degrees of stunning Colorado landscape. Since its inception, The LAWN has hosted award-winning and legendary artists including The California Honeydrops, Leftover Salmon, Thievery Corporation, The Movement, Israel Vibrations, and others. This will be the first time guests will have the opportunity to experience it in winter. The festive setting will include a special Art After Dark with immersive art/tech startup lightStruct which made its first appearance during The LAWN’s Thievery Corporation show this summer. lightStruct’s founder Brett Phares creates large-scale projection mapping, murals, and interactive light sculptures around the world. The Surf Hotel wanted to provide both locals and visitors another opportunity to experience this artist whose work has been featured in Smithsonian Magazine.

Gates open at 6:30 pm and the musical act Rapidgrass will perform from 7-9 pm. Rapidgrass is an internationally acclaimed, award-winning band known for its original songs in the progressive bluegrass genre. Although widely considered a bluegrass band, their classification of music can best be described as "rapidgrass" due to its high energy and rapid-paced performances featuring a wide range of influences including gypsy jazz, jamgrass, western swing, and classical music. Rapidgrass has built a loyal following of fans young and old that reaches across North America and throughout Europe.

To round out the festivities the Surf Hotel will host two nights of dance parties with Denver-based multi-instrumentalist SoDown who is best known for his signature saxophone funk-infused performances and stunning releases. SoDown will take the stage in the Ivy Ballroom on December 30th & 31st for his debut performance in Buena Vista. SoDown has quickly become an absolute must-see for anyone looking to jam out with performances at some of the biggest festivals like Coachella, Electric Forest, Global Dance, and Sonic Bloom. Blurring the lines between the organic and the electronic, the music is both exhilarating and meditative all at once. SoDown will perform with supporting artists Gravitrax, & Kyral x Banko on Friday 12/30, and with Underlux & MZG on 12/31 immediately following the Rapidgrass performance on The LAWN.

For The Full Schedule of Events + Tickets: https://tickets.surfhotel.com/e/new-years

Book a room at a discounted rate by following these instructions:

    Go to https://surfhotel.com/ and click BOOK A ROOM

    Select your dates (between 12/30-1/1)

    Select "Do you have a group code"

    Enter the group code "BVNYE"

About the Ivy Ballroom: Overlooking the waves of the Buena Vista Whitewater Park, the Surf Hotel’s beautifully detailed Ivy Ballroom is designed to host a range of intimate, world-class events ranging from seated dinners to epic concerts, weddings, and feature films. Named Top 10 Best Small-Town Music Venues by Colorado Magazine, the Ivy Ballroom - conveniently located inside the Surf Hotel - is quickly becoming a sought-after venue for both artists and concert-goers alike. Since its opening in 2018, the Ivy Ballroom has hosted a plethora of renowned musicians, from The Motet to Leftover Salmon, Keller Williams, Rapidgrass, Andrew Marlin, The Polish Ambassadors, Rising Appalachia, and more. The Ivy Ballroom boasts an elite sound system and lighting as well as unmatched views of the Arkansas River.

About the Surf Hotel: Overlooking the rapids of the Buena Vista Whitewater Park, the Surf Hotel offers a boutique travel experience where details are carefully crafted and spaces tell a timeless story. Guests enjoy a sense of luxury without pretension, inspired by both the understated elegance of European hotels and the spectacular natural beauty of our home in the Rocky Mountains. Whether for solo travelers, families, corporate groups, or wedding parties, our contemporary approach to hospitality adapts to suit your style of leisure.

On February 18, 2023, Surf Hotel will welcome BoomBox back to the Ivy Ballroom. Guests can expect a little house, a little blues, a little funk, a little rock, and a whole lot of soul blast through BoomBox. Get your new year started off right with a high-energy rager on the river in Buena Vista!

Show Date: Saturday, February 18th

    Doors 8pm | Show: 8:30pm
    Tickets: $50
    Location: Ivy Ballroom at Surf Hotel (Buena Vista, CO)
    All ages welcome

ABOUT BOOMBOX

Since first emerging in 2004, founder, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Zion Rock Godchaux has been quietly seasoning and simmering this recipe to perfection. However, it reaches a boiling point on his 2018 album, Western Voodoo. At the same time, the Muscle Shoals, AL native stays true to what attracted countless fans in the first place. “I remain open to anything you would hear coming out of a boombox,” he explains. “There are a lot of different vibes and angles, but it still adheres to a universal rhythm. This new record is the most musical and varied, yet it’s tightly wound in respect to that syncopation. There are only a few rules. It should be heavy groove. It should make you want to move. Overall, I’ve further developed the sound people are used to.” “You hear about different forms of magic around the world,” he goes on. “The West, in general, has its own voodoo influenced by the blues. That’s what shaped me as a musician growing up in this country. It’s hard to put in the words, but you know it when you hear it.”

STAY AT SURF HOTEL FOR THE ULTIMATE EXPERIENCE

Surf Hotel concerts offer guests a laid-back mountain town vibe. Our idea of a great hotel extends beyond the bedroom where the lobby is your living room and the great outdoors is your backyard. With an emphasis on quality and simplicity, each hotel room is designed to offer a sense of escape—from dreamy beds to durable furnishings by trusted artisans. The Ivy Ballroom, located on the ground floor, overlooks the waves of the Buena Vista Whitewater Park and features classic arched windows and French doors with streamlined, industrial simplicity.

Directions to book a room:

    Go to surfhotel.com or click HERE to access our booking page
    Select your dates (must be Friday 2/18/23 - 2/19/23)*
    Select "Do you have a group code"
    Enter the group code "BOOM" to receive a 15% discount on your room

 
*If you would like to stay more than one night call the Surf Hotel at 719-966-7048. For larger groups, please consider the South Main Residences or other vacation rentals in the area.

South Main announces Leftover Salmon on The LAWN, the official release party of the band’s new album, Grass Roots, taking place May 26-28 during Paddlefest Weekend at the Surf Hotel’s outdoor venue. The 3-day festival will also feature supporting artists Daniel Rodriguez, Clay Street Unit, Pink Talking Fish, and Mark Morris. The festivities will include river competitions and afterparties in the Surf Hotel’s Ivy Ballroom featuring Rapidgrass on Friday night, and Pink Talking Fish on Saturday.

Iconic Colorado-based  newgrass jamband Leftover Salmon recently announced a new album titled Grass Roots, set to release just in time for their festival on The LAWN. On Grass Roots, Leftover Salmon reflect on its bluegrass and festival campground origins with a set of songs that draws from the repertoires that The Salmon Heads and The Left Hand String Band played when they first jammed in a Telluride Bluegrass Festival campground. Collaborating with jam scene icons Billy Strings, Oliver Wood, and Darol Anger, and with the recent addition of Jay Starling on reso-guitar, lap steel and keys to the band’s official lineup, Leftover Salmon have all the instrumental firepower needed to deliver hard driving versions of bluegrass standards and grassed-up versions of songs from Bob Dylan, David Bromberg, and the Grateful Dead.

Festival and camping passes as well as afterparty and single-day tickets may be purchased at https://tickets.surfhotel.com/e/leftover-salmon-on-the-lawn.

*Kids 12 and under are free

About the Surf Hotel: The Surf Hotel is a boutique hotel located in the adventure town of Buena Vista, Colorado which features two state-of-the-art music venues. Inspired by the understated elegance of European hospitality and the spectacular natural beauty of its home in the Rocky Mountains, the Surf offers a unique perspective and location which features a sense of luxury without pretension.

On July 7th & 8th The LAWN at Surf Hotel will welcome the iconic artists Ozomatli and Stephen Marley for their debut performance in Buena Vista, Colorado. This celebration of Reggae and Roots music will also feature DJ Matt Cassidy and Rasta Stevie on Friday, with Arise Roots opening for Stephen Marley on Saturday. We'll keep the beats and rhythms flowing each night with after-parties in the Ivy Ballroom featuring Chali 2na & Cut Chemist on Friday 7/7 and The Wailing Souls on Saturday 7/8.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

Friday July 7th
The LAWN ($60)
Doors: 4:30pm, Show: 5pm
Ozomatli w/ Chali 2na & Cut Chemist, DJ Matt Cassidy, Rasta Stevie
 
Ivy Ballroom Afterparty ($50)
Doors: 10pm, Show: 10:30pm
Chali 2na & Cut Chemist
 
Saturday July 8th
The LAWN ($85)
Doors: 5pm, Show: 5:45pm
Stephen Marley, Arise Roots
 
Ivy Ballroom Afterparty ($50)
Doors: 9:45pm, Show: 10:15pm
The Wailing Souls

If you have particular questions about the venue click here: VENUE FAQ
 
 All Access Passes ($199) will include admission to ALL shows above

* Kids under 12 free for The LAWN shows
* Anyone 18 & under must be accompanied by a parent/guardian for the Ivy Ballroom afterparties.

South Main announces the uniquely soulful American roots and rock band Fruition will make their debut performance on The LAWN on July 19th at the Surf Hotel in Buena Vista, Colorado.

Influenced equally by acoustic music and rock‘n’ roll, the Portland, Oregon-based band is composed of Jay Cobb Anderson (electric guitar, vocals), Kellen Asebroek (keyboards, acoustic guitar, vocals), Jeff Leonard (bass), Mimi Naja (mandolin, guitar, vocals) and Tyler Thompson (drums). Their unmistakable vocal blend first revealed itself in 2008 when Anderson tagged along with Asebroek and Naja for an afternoon of busking in Portland. Since that time, they have opened shows for the Wood Brothers, Greensky Bluegrass, and Jack Johnson, and appeared at festivals like Telluride Bluegrass, Bonnaroo, and DelFest. Fruition’s newest album Broken at the Break of Day, follows the band’s exceptional 2019 album, Wild as the Night.

While this is Fruition's first appearance on The LAWN, a stripped-down trio version of the band consisting of Jay, Kellen, and Mimi performed at Coletrain Music Academy’s Annual Fall Fundraiser hosted in the Ivy Ballroom last October. Coletrain’s Founder and Master Violinist Coleman Smith had the pleasure of guesting with the Fruition Trio on a song during the fundraiser and will be honored to provide supporting fiddle on select songs with the full band on July 19th.

Tickets may be purchased at https://tickets.surfhotel.com/e/frution-on-the-lawn

*Kids 12 and under are free

About the Surf Hotel: The Surf Hotel is a boutique hotel located in the adventure town of Buena Vista, Colorado which features two state-of-the-art music venues. Inspired by the understated elegance of European hospitality and the spectacular natural beauty of its home in the Rocky Mountains, the Surf offers a unique perspective and location which features a sense of luxury without pretension.

South Main announces the internationally-acclaimed guitar virtuoso Trace Bundy will return to his hometown in Buena Vista to make his debut performance on The LAWN Friday, August 4th with a very special seated concert. Trace Bundy's music is poetry in motion, using harmonics, looping, multiple capos, and his unique banter and stage presence to deliver an unforgettable live concert experience.

Listening to his intricate arrangements is one thing, but seeing the fan-dubbed "Acoustic Ninja" play live confounds even the most accomplished music lovers as to how one person can do all that with just two hands and ten fingers.

Bundy’s unique career has brought him across the world, with concerts in 28 countries and counting - from high-tech performance halls in South Korea and Italy, to remote villages in Zimbabwe and Guatemala. He has independently sold over 150,000 albums on his record label, Honest Ninja Music. His video clips circulate virally at astonishing speed, with over 45 million YouTube views to date.

Jimmy Leslie at Guitar Player Magazine blogs “It was easy to see why Bundy plays bigger venues on each tour. In his hands, the acoustic guitar is an imagination station, and there was no telling where he was going take the audience at any given turn. Thrilling stuff.”

Audiocast Magazine from Austin, TX agrees: "Bundy's live show is without a doubt an event that needs to be witnessed rather than told about. With such a jaw-dropping performance, Bundy's live concert is a slap in the face that would leave a palm print on the memory of everyone in the audience.”

Learn more about Trace Bundy here - https://tracebundy.com

Tickets may be purchased at https://tickets.surfhotel.com/e/trace-bundy-on-the-lawn

*Kids 12 and under are free

About the Surf Hotel: The Surf Hotel is a boutique hotel located in the adventure town of Buena Vista, Colorado which features two state-of-the-art music venues. Inspired by the understated elegance of European hospitality and the spectacular natural beauty of its home in the Rocky Mountains, the Surf offers a unique perspective and location which features a sense of luxury without pretension.

Denver-based band Dragondeer is headed to the Ivy Ballroom (TOMORROW) Friday, November 17th! You can expect a blend of Psychedelic Blues, Retro Funk, Soul and Rock-n-Roll. Dragondeer can be heard across radio waves, and through the trees at festivals like Electric Forrest, Firefly, and Telluride Blues. Dragondeer recently performed for a sold out Red Rocks audience supporting Steve Miller Band, so don't miss the chance to experience them at the Surf Hotel!

LISTEN TO DRAGONDEER'S RECENT INTERVIEW ON KHEN WITH LISA LEDWITH

Show Date: November 17, 2023
Tickets: $30
Doors: 7:30pm | Show: 8:00pm
Location: Ivy Ballroom at Surf Hotel (Buena Vista, CO)

The Surf Hotel is preparing to host a special evening with Grammy-winning artist and acclaimed songwriter Son Little in the Ivy Ballroom on Saturday, December 16th.

Blending elements of acoustic blues, vintage soul, and conscious hip-hop into a mixture that's expressive yet deeply personal, Son Little (the alias of Aaron Livingston) is a singer and instrumentalist who has been praised by the longstanding publication American Songwriter as "one of the best songwriters working today.”

Son Little has been described as a “polyglot translator and rightful torchbearer of the celebrated musical tradition known as rhythm and blues” (R&B) continues to revolutionize the modern understanding and expectation of the R&B sound in his newest album “Like Neptune.” Trading in the existential dread permeating his previous work for unbridled joy and self-acceptance, Son Little transmutes the chronic pain of self-doubt into a beautiful and freeing opus about overcoming generational trauma. Hailed by Afropunk as "a stunning statement of purpose," Like Neptune decorates the altar of the primordial blues and elevates the labor of healing to high art. “I’ve always felt as though I was making music because I had to, something inside compelled me. Fueled me,” Little shared. “This is the first time in a long time I’m making music for the pure joy of creating.” Like Neptune also marks a return to Son Little’s origins in the east coast underground hip-hop and soul scene, which lead to collaborations with The Roots (“Guns Are Drawn” and “Sleep”) and Icebird partner and frequent-collaborator RJD2 (“Crumbs Off The Table”), and later Portugal the Man (“Woodstock”).

For his Ivy Ballroom debut, Son Little will be accompanied by his band composed of Little on vocals/guitar, Steve McKie (drums), and DeShawn Alexander (keys/bass). The ensemble will tour North America for the first time in support of Like Neptune through November and December.

Tickets may be purchased at https://tickets.surfhotel.com/e/an-evening-with-son-little.

About the Surf Hotel: The Surf Hotel is a boutique hotel located in the adventure town of Buena Vista, Colorado which features two state-of-the-art music venues. Inspired by the understated elegance of European hospitality and the spectacular natural beauty of its home in the Rocky Mountains, the Surf offers a unique perspective and location which features a sense of luxury without pretension.

The Surf Hotel is honored to present An Evening with Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country, in the Ivy Ballroom on Sunday, January 7th. The acclaimed singer-songwriter and guitar virtuoso will make his Ivy Ballroom debut on the heels of his sophomore album Reflector, released November 2023, and as one of the first shows kicking off his 2024 tour.

Daniel Donato’s cosmic country blends key elements of Southern rock, bluegrass, classic country and honky-tonk with Southern California folk and Northern California musical exploration, all revolving around a foundation of melodic songcraft.

At the age of 12, Donato first discovered he had an aptitude for music via the video game Guitar Hero, and later found his calling after picking up one of his dad’s old guitars. At the age of 16, he became the youngest musician to regularly play the iconic honky tonk Robert’s Western World while gigging with the Don Kelley Band.

The Telecaster-wielding wunderkind started his young career busking outside arenas before John Mayer and Phish concerts and it was then, while playing on Broadway, that he’d give Don Kelley his business card every Saturday night, hoping for a chance to audition. One day, while still a junior in high school, he got the call to come play. Donato was more than ready, and he delivered the goods in spades. He was so good, in fact, that he became a regular member of the band, performing four nights a week for more than 450 shows with the group.

His latest album, Reflector, is a true masterpiece that showcases Donato’s well-developed musical tastes and influences. From the first note to the last, he pours his heart and soul into his fiery instrumental arrangements, keeping the listener engaged for over an hour. His music is inspired by a range of artists, from the jam-heavy Grateful Dead to the crooning country of Willie Nelson.

Tickets may be purchased at - https://tickets.surfhotel.com/e/daniel-donato

About the Surf Hotel: The Surf Hotel is a boutique hotel located in the adventure town of Buena Vista, Colorado which features two state-of-the-art music venues. Inspired by the understated elegance of European hospitality and the spectacular natural beauty of its home in the Rocky Mountains, the Surf offers a unique perspective and location which features a sense of luxury without pretension.

The Surf Hotel is honored to present the nationally renowned electro-folk duo Moontricks in the Ivy Ballroom, Sunday, February 18th. Special Guest, Rhode Island-based singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Will Evans will open for the group.

Based in the rustic Kootenay mountains of Western Canada, Nathan Gurley and Sean Rodman of nationally renowned electro-folk duo Moontricks draw inspiration from the ongoing cycles of the natural world. Both volatile and constant—like nature’s best offerings—the band finds solace and beauty in the fusion of seemingly disparate elements. There’s a kind of technicolor campfire quality to their uniquely hybrid sound: Each track is steeped in tradition and polished with a futuristic sheen, mixing organic folk, roots rock, and old-time blues with modern electronic production. Since its initial release, the band’s breakout hit “Home” has reached over 5 million streaming plays, and their original tracks have been licensed for a wide range of television networks, including Netflix and Fox Sports. With the release of their debut full-length album Currents, the duo reveals an ever-evolving, cohesive blend of introspective writing, soulful, gritty blues, boot-stomping basslines, and intricate electronic arrangements.

Will Evans pulls everyone into his embrace. He musically accesses a space without boundaries where all are welcome to commune openly and move freely. Through quotable folk-inspired lyrics, breezy grooves, and roots energy, it’s as if he’s giving you permission to be that pure self you can’t always be at work or even at home. The Rhode Island-based singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist also puts his words into action via his “Kind Folk” fan community, activating small acts of kindness, charity, and goodwill in tandem with performances nationwide. Buzzing out of the East Coast, he has consistently engaged and enraptured a fervent audience. By rotating between acoustic guitar, didgeridoo, handpan, percussive beatboxing, and more, he has developed a living and breathing signature sound of his own.  

Tickets may be purchased at - https://tickets.surfhotel.com/e/moontricks

About the Surf Hotel: The Surf Hotel is a boutique hotel located in the adventure town of Buena Vista, Colorado which features two state-of-the-art music venues, Ivy Ballroom and The LAWN. Inspired by the understated elegance of European hospitality and the spectacular natural beauty of its home in the Rocky Mountains, the Surf offers a unique perspective and location which features a sense of luxury without pretension.

The Surf Hotel is honored to present Colorado-based Bluegrass, Folk phenom Elephant Revival for a very special Two-Night Run in the Ivy Ballroom, March 29th & 30th.

Elephant Revival is a unique collection of multi-instrumentalists blending elements of Celtic, Americana, Folk and Indie Art Rock. The band consists of Bonnie Paine (vocals, cello, djembe, washboard and musical saw), Bridget Law (fiddle, vocals), Dango Rose (upright bass, mandolin, vocals), Charlie Rose (banjo, pedal steel, mandolin, vocals) Darren Garvey (drums, percussion, vocals) and Daniel Sproul (guitars, vocals) of Rose Hill Drive. The music they create together is like weather systems meeting in the sky, Bonnie’s warmly haunting voice either merging with the rhythms and melodies of the band or providing a counterpoint and transforming it.

The Surf Hotel has been working on booking Elephant Revival since the summer of 2023, following the group’s announcement to reunite and begin touring after taking a four year hiatus. “When I’m looking at booking bands my goal has always been to diversify the music offerings we present for our community and our visitors. Some choices feel experimental, and others you simply know are great partnerships for the Surf Hotel. Elephant Revival is one of those bands that is just the perfect fit,” said Eddie Sandoval, Concert Manager & Talent Buyer for Surf Hotel. “We are especially excited to showcase this elite group of performers utilizing our recent venue upgrades which now includes an impressive L-Acoustics sound system creating a full-range, immersive and unparalleled audio experience for the listener,” he said.

Tickets may be purchased at - https://tickets.surfhotel.com/e/elephant-revival

About the Surf Hotel: The Surf Hotel is a boutique hotel located in the adventure town of Buena Vista, Colorado which features two state-of-the-art music venues, Ivy Ballroom and The LAWN. Inspired by the understated elegance of European hospitality and the spectacular natural beauty of its home in the Rocky Mountains, the Surf offers a unique perspective and location which features a sense of luxury without pretension.  

The Surf Hotel is honored to present American roots musician and pro surfer, Donavon Frankenreiter doing a special full band set backed by storytelling folk rock band Goodnight, Texas in the Ivy Ballroom on Saturday, March 2nd. Special guest Madeline Hawthorne, a Montana-based singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist will open the show.

Donavon Frankenreiter made an instant connection with the band Goodnight, Texas recently while out on the road, comparing them to a modern-day version of The Band. He decided not only to bring them out as support for this tour, but also to have Goodnight, Texas play as his backing band alongside his longtime guitarist Matt Grundy. Incorporating their musicianship with a fresh take on Donavon’s extensive catalog, the evening will feature mandolin guitar, banjo, pedal steel, bass, drums, and more. For nearly four decades Donavon has been traveling the globe, first as a professional surfer and now as a musician. Born in Southern California, Donavon spent most of his youth chasing waves, turning pro at the age of 16. These days instead of surf competitions, it’s concert halls that bring Frankenreiter to town, where he entertains audiences with his unique blend of laid-back grooves, philosophical lyrics and soulful delivery.

“Donavon Frankenreiter is a legendary figure in the surfing and music worlds. He has been touring heavily for years and we’ve always wanted to host him at the Surf Hotel in Buena Vista. We are so happy to have finally made this a reality,”  said Eddie Sandoval, Concert Manager & Talent Buyer for Surf Hotel. “I’m probably most excited to just experience Donavon live. I’ve been listening to him for a long time and love his studio recordings, but sometimes you can’t fully understand and appreciate an artist until you are in their presence. His music is so positive and soulful, and it will be amazing to see that unfold on stage,” he said.

The band backing Donavon Frankenreiter - Goodnight, Texas - is a tough-to-define storytelling folk rock band whose strength lies in unexpected sweet spots. Drawing their name from frontmen Avi Vinocur and Patrick Dyer Wolf’s onetime geographic midpoint (the real town of Goodnight in the State of Texas, a tiny hamlet east of Amarillo directly betwixt San Francisco, CA and Chapel Hill, NC), the five-piece band also exists at the center of its songwriters’ contrasting styles — via a 1913 Gibson A mandolin and a 2015 Danelectro Baritone Guitar, at the crossroads of folk and blues and rock ‘n’ roll, in a place where dry wit and dark truths meet hope and utmost sincerity.

Madeline Hawthorne, who will open the evening, asserts herself as a 21st-century troubadour. This Montana-based singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist is a powerhouse who takes her audience on an intriguing journey with her unbridled attitude and wide-eyed adventurous spirit, turning every show into a celebration.

Tickets may be purchased at - https://tickets.surfhotel.com/e/donavon-frankenreiter

About the Surf Hotel: The Surf Hotel is a boutique hotel located in the adventure town of Buena Vista, Colorado which features two state-of-the-art music venues. Inspired by the understated elegance of European hospitality and the spectacular natural beauty of its home in the Rocky Mountains, the Surf offers a unique perspective and location that features a sense of luxury without pretension.

Americana singer/songwriter Clay Rose is (the front-man of the Boulder alt-country rock band Gasoline Lollipops) has been added as support for Elephant Revival's Two-Night Run in the Ivy Ballroom at Surf Hotel March 29th & 30th.

Gasoline Lollipops lead singer Clay Rose was raised between an outlaw, truck-driving father in the mountains of Colorado and a country song-writing mama in the sticks outside of Nashville, Tennessee. Clay’s distinctive voice, often compared to Tom Waits and Leonard Cohen, is deep, gritty and filled with both intensity and truth. Clay’s vulnerable performances paired with his authentic, soulful songwriting and lyrics, make him a "must-see" in Colorado’s music scene and beyond.

Elephant Revival is a unique collection of multi-instrumentalists blending elements of Celtic, Americana, Folk and Indie Art Rock. The band consists of Bonnie Paine (vocals, cello, djembe, washboard and musical saw), Bridget Law (fiddle, vocals), Dango Rose (upright bass, mandolin, vocals), Charlie Rose (banjo, pedal steel, mandolin, vocals) Darren Garvey (drums, percussion, vocals) and Daniel Sproul (guitars, vocals) of Rose Hill Drive. The music they create together is like weather systems meeting in the sky, Bonnie’s warmly haunting voice either merging with the rhythms and melodies of the band or providing a counterpoint and transforming it.

The Surf Hotel has been working on booking Elephant Revival since the summer of 2023, following the group’s announcement to reunite and begin touring after taking a four year hiatus. “When I’m looking at booking bands my goal has always been to diversify the music offerings we present for our community and our visitors. Some choices feel experimental, and others you simply know are great partnerships for the Surf Hotel. Elephant Revival is one of those bands that is just the perfect fit,” said Eddie Sandoval, Concert Manager & Talent Buyer for Surf Hotel. “We are especially excited to showcase this elite group of performers utilizing our recent venue upgrades which now includes an impressive L-Acoustics sound system creating a full-range, immersive and unparalleled audio experience for the listener,” he said.

Tickets may be purchased at - https://tickets.surfhotel.com/e/elephant-revival

About the Surf Hotel: The Surf Hotel is a boutique hotel located in the adventure town of Buena Vista, Colorado which features two state-of-the-art music venues, Ivy Ballroom and The LAWN. Inspired by the understated elegance of European hospitality and the spectacular natural beauty of its home in the Rocky Mountains, the Surf offers a unique perspective and location which features a sense of luxury without pretension.

The Surf Hotel is honored to present an incredible evening of music featuring Billy & Jilian Nershi and Jason Hann (of The String Cheese Incident), Mark Morris (of Rapidgrass), Andy Hall (of The Infamous Stringdusters) and special guest Emma Rose (formerly of Big Richard) in the Ivy Ballroom on Wednesday, March 20th for a Mega Jam of Colorado All-Stars.

Guitarist and co-founder of The String Cheese Incident, Bill Nershi, and wife Jilian Nershi, join together as a duo of harmonies and driving acoustic guitar, immediately drawing in the listener. An inspired journey through various styles and influences, a throwback to the roots of American music, the Nershis have a relaxed way of connecting with the audience through the stories in their songs. Constantly finding ways to make the music sound complete as a duo, unique arrangements and a deep catalog of original songs highlight the couple’s dedication to their craft.

Mark Morris began playing the guitar when he was 10 years old. His music and skiing career has taken him across the world throughout the US, Canada, Europe, Asia, and Central America, teaching camps, and workshops. Mark co-founded Rapidgrass festival in 2009 with Sister Sarah, Rapids & Grass festival in 2014, and Rapidgrass band in 2012. When Mark is not performing music or skiing he works full time as a music promoter and talent buyer for multiple festivals and events. Mark also books, manages, and directs Rapidgrass Band, and has been the US ambassador of bluegrass at La Roche Bluegrass festival since 2016. Mark has shared jams and stages with Chris Thile, Dierks Bentley, Mike Marshal, Sam Bush, Darol Anger, Edgar Meyer, Noam Pikelny, Sam Bush, David Grisman, Peter Rowan, Rob Ickes, David Grier, and many others.

GRAMMY-award-winning Andy Hall graduated from the Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA with a degree in Music Production and Engineering. Andy is a founding member of the acclaimed band, The Infamous Stringdusters, who in 2007 won 3 IBMA awards for their debut album, Fork In The Road. Andy has also released 4 albums of his own: Aquafier (2010), The Sound Of The Slide Guitar (2007), Redwing (2004), and most recently Squareneck Soul (2023) which features fellow titans of today’s bluegrass scene Travis Book (The Infamous Stringdusters) on bass, Sierra Hull on mandolin, and Wes Corbett (Sam Bush Band) on banjo. The record also features guest appearances from guitar sensation Billy Strings on “Muscle Car” and 3x GRAMMY-award-winning mandolinist Ronnie McCoury on “Skunk Weed." Andy has played resophonic guitar with many legends in the studio and on stage with Dolly Parton, Earl Scruggs, Emmylou Harris, Zack Brown, Charlie Daniels.

Emma Rose (of Sound of Honey, formerly of Big Richard) has been steeped in the music scene since she entered this world. Raised by two talented musicians and with a natural knack for songwriting, Rose has spent the last few years fine tuning her quiver of indie-soul-folk songs.

Tickets may be purchased at - https://tickets.surfhotel.com/e/mark-morris-andy-hall

About the Surf Hotel: The Surf Hotel is a boutique hotel located in the adventure town of Buena Vista, Colorado which features two state-of-the-art music venues, Ivy Ballroom and The LAWN. Inspired by the understated elegance of European hospitality and the spectacular natural beauty of its home in the Rocky Mountains, the Surf offers a unique perspective and location which features a sense of luxury without pretension.

Surf Hotel, the premier destination for adventure seekers and nature lovers, is thrilled to announce a one-day-only Spring Surfcation event, offering guests the ultimate Surf Hotel experience at unbeatable prices. On May 1st, guests are invited to immerse themselves in a day of adventure, relaxation, and live music featuring the captivating performances of Sean Hayes and Esmé Patterson.

As part of the Spring Surfcation event, Surf Hotel is offering exclusive discounts and special offers, including:

40% Off Reservations: Book your stay at Surf Hotel on May 1st and enjoy a generous 40% discount on room reservations, allowing you to experience the luxury and comfort of Surf Hotel at an incredible value.

Half-off Bottles of Wine at Wesley & Rose: Indulge in a culinary delight at Wesley & Rose, Surf Hotel’s on-site restaurant, and enjoy half-off bottles of wine, featuring a curated selection of premium wines both bottled and on tap to complement your dining experience.

Live Concert with Sean Hayes and Esmé Patterson: Close out the night with an unforgettable concert featuring the soulful sounds of award-winning singers/songwriters Sean Hayes and Esmé Patterson. Guests can expect a setlist of originals showcasing each artist's soulful vocals, provocative and poignant lyrics, and free-spirited charm.

"We are thrilled to host this one-day-only Spring Surfcation event at Surf Hotel. Our intention for creating this experience was to entice concert goers attending Sean Hayes and Esmé Patterson the opportunity to make a night of it, while also offering locals the chance to take advantage of a staycation at the Surf,” said Sara Anderson, COO, Surf Hotel & South Main.

For more information and reservations, please visit - https://surfhotel.com/springsurfcation/

For tickets to Sean Hayes and Esmé Patterson, please visit - https://tickets.surfhotel.com/e/sean-hayes-and-esme-patterson