Mountain Music Mondays Free Concert Series

AGES: All Ages 
DOORS: 5 p.m.
SHOW: 6 p.m.
TICKETS: Free Show! No tickets required.  

Indie folk band whose high-energy performances are charged with emotion and technical skill

Nonprofit Beneficiary - Breckenridge Outdoor Education Center

Born of the 2010’s folk boom and now comfortably stationed in their rock and roll era, The Crane Wives epitomize the evolving landscape of indie folk. Their high-energy performances have been described as “charged with emotion and technical skill” (Blurred Culture LA), while their harmony-dense melodies support deeply resonant lyrics, exploring the vulnerable and the ugly sides of the human condition. The band has amassed over 1.3 million monthly listeners on Spotify, racking up over 150 million streams on their most popular songs and accumulating listenership from far-flung corners of the US to the UK, Australia, Germany, Brazil, Poland, Mexico, and the Philippines.

Featured by Michigan Radio and NPR’s “All Songs Considered,” the band recently released their sixth full-length studio record, Beyond Beyond Beyond, to high praise, with Glasse Factory calling the album “a testament to the band’s ability to turn personal struggles into universally relatable anthems." Niner Times describes the new release as “angsty, haunting and gritty, ”praising its departure from the more traditional folk sound of the Crane Wives’ previous records. Since its release in Sept 2024, Beyond Beyond Beyond has accrued over 24 million streams on Spotify.

The pulse of the Crane Wives is delivered by Ben Zito (bass) and Dan Rickabus (drums), creating a driving, dynamic backdrop while co-leads Emilee Petersmark and Kate Pillsbury establish expansive and gritty conversations between their electric guitars. A web of three-part harmony helps to soften the blow of their emotional candor, like a 21^st century Cerberus, the hound of Hades reimagined as an emotional support animal. The Crane Wives have 6 full-length albums under their belts and have performed over 600 shows across the US, sharing stages with acts such as The Avett Brothers, Lake Street Dive, Rusted Root, The Dead South, Joseph, and many more.

About Brye 

Brye is an indie-pop artist who captures hearts with her raw, introspective lyrics and ethereal vocals. Since stepping into the music scene in 2021, she has quickly become known for writing deeply personal songs that resonate with her fans. Whether it's navigating body image struggles, mental health, or personal growth, Brye's authenticity shines through in every track. Her song “LEMONS,” a collaboration with Cavetown, became a standout moment in her career, amassing over 44 million streams on Spotify. This semi-viral success helped her reach a wider audience and solidified her place in the indie-pop scene. Brye also had semi-viral moments with her tracks “Diet Culture” and “Body Back,” see here.

On tour, Brye has shared stages with Addison Grace, Madilyn Mei, Leanna Firestone, and Frances Forever, building a loyal fanbase through intimate and emotional live performances. Her 2023 tour took her across the U.S. with sold-out shows in major cities like Chicago, New York, and Los Angeles. In 2025, she has continued to captivate audiences and her next show on 10/17 in NYC at Brooklyn Bowl in partnership with NEDA. With her ability to connect on a deeply personal level through her music, Brye’s fans feel like they’re not just listening to songs, they’re experiencing her journey alongside her. She’s an artist who isn’t afraid to be real, and that’s what makes her music so impactful.