Bringing new sounds to Boise all year long.

Welcome to the Duck Club, the heart of live music in Boise, Idaho — we are thrilled to share our passion for bringing you the best local and national acts. Nestled in the vibrant center of downtown Boise, we pride ourselves on curating an eclectic mix of genres, ensuring there’s something for every music lover. Our commitment to fostering the local music scene and delivering unforgettable performances has made us a cornerstone of Boise’s cultural landscape. Whether you’re into indie rock, intimate acoustic sets, or high-energy electronic shows, Duck Club offers top-tier entertainment in Boise’s most iconic venues.

Our journey began with a mission to create a thriving music community where artists and fans could connect through the magic of live performances. Over the years, we have hosted countless memorable shows that have left audiences spellbound and coming back for more. Our team is dedicated to discovering and showcasing emerging talents while also bringing well-known artists to Boise’s stages.

At Duck Club, we believe in the power of music to bring people together and create lasting memories. From cozy, intimate venues to larger, high-energy spaces, we ensure every event is a unique experience tailored to the artist and the audience. Our meticulous attention to detail in every aspect of event production guarantees a seamless and enjoyable experience for everyone involved.

Join us at Duck Club and become a part of Boise’s thriving music scene. Experience the passion, energy, and community spirit that make every show special. Whether you’re a lifelong music enthusiast or just looking for a great night out, Duck Club is your go-to spot for the best live music in Boise. We look forward to sharing many unforgettable moments with you.

OUR TEAM

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Eric Gilbert

Partner, Booking

Eric was raised in Boise, but grew up in a van traveling the country as part of the DIY touring circuit for most of the years of 2007-2012, banging on his keyboards and breaking bread with the locals in music communities in most of the lower 48 states. Those experiences and energy were redirected homeward in scene building exercises that led to helping found Treefort in 2012 and the year-round efforts of Duck Club in the Boise scene around artist promotion, advocacy and support services. Current festival director for Treefort and lead talent buyer for Treefort and Duck Club, he also helps oversee Duck Club Touring. Being a father of a crafty 6-year-old girl helps keep his burn for adventure alive and well.

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Megan Stoll

Partner, Marketing

Megan is a North Carolina native, but calls Boise her home. She went from working in the corporate world to pursuing her love of music by promoting live shows, festivals and helping bands gain visibility through creative marketing objectives. As a co-founder and CMO for Duck Club Entertainment, she oversees the brand identity, creative and marketing for the entire portfolio, including Treefort Music Fest (2012-current) and Flipside Fest (2022-2023). Under Duck Club Presents she promotes shows throughout the year in multiple venues including, Treefort Music Hall, Shrine Social Club and Hap Hap Lounge. When she’s not scouring music blogs or at a show, she enjoys cooking vegan dishes, discussing F-Boy Island at length, spending time with friends, her boyfriend and their dog Fig. Find her at @megsmallan on all the things.

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Allie Morgan

Project Manager

Allie is a lifelong Boisean who is passionate about furthering the momentum of the local music and arts scene and promoting all that her hometown has to offer. After attending Treefort Music Fest in 2013 she was committed to getting involved – which has led her to her current role of Festival Manager and joining the Duck Club crew. If she’s not out enjoying live shows in the area you can likely catch her watching (and making) movies or adventuring outside with her dog, Josie.

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Kevin Mazzarelli

Production

Kevin was born and raised in the Midwest but spent much of his life in New York City where he started his career at the historic CBGB’s in the late 90s. In the following 20 + years, he worked at multiple venues in NYC, toured all over the world with bands, and managed corporate productions across the US, in Mexico and Japan. Kevin moved to Boise in 2016 with his wife and daughter and is so happy to have found a home in Idaho and with Duck Club!

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James Lloyd

Art Director

James W.A.R. Lloyd is an illustrator, designer, and the creative force. Lloyd integrates storytelling throughout his body of work and has developed an iconic style. His disciplined and prolific production is based upon creation for its own sake

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Melissa Kowaluk

Brand Sponsorships Director

Melissa, Argentina-born and Idaho-raised, has called Boise her home for the past five years. Leaving the corporate world behind, Melissa found her niche with the Duck Club and Treefort Music Fest team. She thrives on the energy that music and arts brings to the community and is excited to be part of its growth. When she’s not on the hunt for awesome business partnerships and sponsorships, you can catch her with friends at Hap Hap, rocking out at a live show, or on the river with her husband Kyle and two sweet pups, Finn and Piper.

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Nathan Walker

Sr. Agent

After growing up in Central Oregon, Nathan Walker has lived the last 20 years in the Boise area, 10 years of which he spent running the all-ages venue Flying M Coffeegarage. In 2012 Nathan joined forces with Duck Club as booking agent and in production for Treefort Music Fest. While continuing production roles with Treefort and Duck Club Presents, Nathan is also co-founder and managing director of nonprofit Boise All-ages Movement Project. He enjoys playing in bands and running a small label (Sunless Sea records) in any time that isn’t spent emailing, along with exploring Boise with his family (2 kids, 1 wife, 1 dog, 1 record collection).

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Anthony Brandel

Bar Manager

Having come from a big family that loves playing games and planning elaborate one of a kind holiday parties, it’s no surprise Anthony found himself in the hospitality industry. From running local pizza shops to serving at intimate fine dining gems, he’s always focused on treating the customer with the genuine kind service you would expect at a close friend’s home. When Duck Club opened three bars in one year, we knew we needed a compassionate creative leader like Anthony to lead the way. When he’s not brainstorming puns for one-of-a-kind cocktails (or group text messages), he loves spending time on the golf course with buds, trying new local spots with his partner, or making his loved ones laugh.

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Rachel Ännä

Box Office Manager

As a native Idahoan, Rachel’s roots are in Boise. She grew up watching the art community in Boise evolve, and coming from a family of artists, she immersed herself in it. Rachel attended her first Treefort in 2016 and knew right away she wanted to get involved. She began interning the following year and was hooked. Rachel is passionate about helping others and loves to be on the front lines watching all of the excited music lovers.

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Ukiah Bogle

Marketing, Graphic Design

Portland OR. born Boise raised, Ukiah is a member and drummer for Petey USA & former drummer for Youth Lagoon, How to Dress Well, & Trevor powers. When he isn’t on the road he is either knee deep in making music from his studio or has his nose in his computer designing and animating. A husband, father, explorer and lover of all things creative. Follow him on the road @you-ky-uh.

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Nish Nandankar

Assistant Director of Production

Nish is a New Jersey native who grew up in both the Asbury Park and New York music scenes and now has called the PNW home for 6 years. He has been in the world of concert and events since 2005. Currently the Assistant Director of Production for Duck Club and Treefort Music Fest, he has found the his community and is excited to grow in new exciting ways.

 

 

 

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Sean Aucutt

Visual Director

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Sara Peyton

Special Events Manager

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Alyssa Pearson

Creative Project Manager

Alyssa is a born and raised Idaho spud, who spent many years traveling, teaching, and working in the nonprofit world: all while cheering on Duck Club from the sidelines. She first dipped her toe into the Duck Club world with Treefort Music Fest, becoming involved with organizing Foodfort events in 2017, and is now lucky enough to call the Duck Club marketing team her full time home. When not managing projects and coming up with punny marketing content, you can find her out in the mountains with her pup, experimenting in the kitchen, scouring local antique stores for her next big find, and (ofc!) catching groovy and funky tunes at allllll the Duck Club shows!

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Nika Hall

Production Manager

Born and raised in Boise, ID, Nika developed a love for music at a young age, starting to play around 10 years old. By 13, she was already working shows with her parents’ production company, immersing herself in the Boise music scene early on in life. Her passion for live music has only grown over the years, and she feels honored to be a deeply involved in bringing high-quality shows to the city she cherishes so much.

When not running sound at local events, Nika enjoys spending quality time with her two boys, aged 13 and 9, and their dog Harvey. In addition to her musical pursuits, she also has a passion for nurturing her massive house plant collection, creating a green oasis at home.

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John Betts

About Duck Club

Duck Club Presents hosts shows and parties in various venues around Boise and builds the annual Treefort Music Fest — a 5-day multi-venue celebration of emerging artists (national/regional/international/local) in Downtown Boise every March. New for 2023 we opened a year-round brick and mortar venue on Capitol and Broad St. in Downtown Boise, called Treefort Music Hall and later that year, we took over operations for the historic El Korah Shrine, renaming it to Shrine Social Club and host shows on two stages there, as well as operate a full bar in the basement open from 4pm – midnight (Tues-Sun), and we’ve partnered with City of Good to provide a counter-service food station, appropriately titled “The Counter“.

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