Neptune Moon helps define the Boise scene with a single chord, a rebellious melody, and a heartfelt love for music.
July of 2022, local Idahoan and drummer Alex Nielebeck conceived this project with the hopes of playing local shows and writing a few songs. He had been writing songs and performing since he was 16 years old, but he felt there was something missing from his music. He met up with lead singer Micah Crosby to do an “improv jam session” at the Boise Hive. Out of that well sprung a few songs and a strong musical connection.
Wanting to add a little spice to this recipe, Nielebeck called up a few of the best musicians he knows: guitar player Jacob Wilcoxson and Looom guitarist/bassist Alex Gamble. Wilcoxson and Crosby had mostly metal backgrounds, which darkened up the sound a little. Add that to the already-existing punk and indie influence from Gamble and Nielebeck and you get the unique blend that is Neptune Moon.
The band released their debut single Way Out in October 2022. They have played various local shows and have stolen the hearts of many music lovers of all genres.
Payette
Payette is a Boise-based indie band led by producer/songwriter Ryan Elliott, who began honing his craft through DIY recordings in 2018. Featuring warm vocals and a unique blend of pop, rock, and psychedelia, their songs push the fluidity of genre into exciting new territories. Layered synthesizers, crunchy guitars, and slick bass grooves are common textures, but a constantly evolving sound defines every album they release. With introspective lyrics surrounding the nature of life and love in the confusing modern age, their music invites you to notice the good in your world and hold onto it tightly.
The Barefoot Soldiers
Rhodes Hull’s Magic Band is a vibrant musical group hailing from Boise, Idaho, known for their electric fusion of surf rock, psychedelic rock, whimsical rock, and scallywag rock. Their unique sound can be described as a captivating blend of the Beatles’ infectious melodies and the Doors’ enigmatic vibes. From catchy surf guitar licks to mind-bending psychedelic journeys, their music takes you on a captivating ride filled with nostalgia and imaginative storytelling
