Little Jane & The Pistol Whips…what’s in a name? For one thing, “Little” Ashly Jane Holland ‘aint so little, she’s just shy of six foot. Another thing is that the sound coming from this band will surely whip you out onto the dance floor.

Led by the powerful songwriting of Ashly, they stylized their sound from both early county and contemporary Americana. With ‘Q’ King roping in some melodic and tight electric guitar licks and fellow rhythm rustlers – Paul and Russ on drums and bass respectively, they herded a strong following of dancers and music fans alike. Initially, the listener may be drawn to a familiar old tune, maybe something from Ernst Tubb or Loretta Lynn. Lean in a little closer and you may hear a bit of Willie, Patsy Cline or even later country music luminaries such as Dwight Yoakam and Gillian Welch. Their original songs can’t be categorized that easily but one thing’s for sure, there’s a bit of something everyone will like.

The Dirty Shame plays original outlaw country and hits from the likes of Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings and Merle Haggard, The Shame is able to entertain crowds of all ages and walks of life. From heart wrenching ballads to foot stomping honky tonk the music is brought to life with an emotional clarity and a directness sometimes lacking in new music.

On the lead vocals and rhythm guitar is Brandon Hale who asserts his dominance over the microphone from the first note Lead guitarist and vocalist Dan Bradner adds to the mix with his rock and blues vocal style and his telecaster Pedal steel player Tom Day chimes in with perfectly executed steel sounds and solos. Bass Player Mike Hoffman keeps the back end interesting with well thought out lines and syncopation Holding down the foundation is drummer and backing vocalist Dean Wakerlin One of the hardest working bands in Montana the band played more than 130 shows last year entertaining crowds all around the west.

Bill and Fayle De Shaw are 5th generation Montana natives. They have played music professionally for many years. Double Dare has performed all over the U.S. From the Nashville night club scene, where they were the “House Band” at Club 70, (Tracers) to opening concerts for the band “Exile” on their Montana tour in 2003. The band also opened for John Anderson in 2009. They also spent several years on the west coast playing clubs and casino’s. Double Dare plays a variety of music, including Country, Classic Rock, Blues, and originals. Double Dare is a special event band playing weddings, rodeo’s, etc.  After spending several years in Nashville, and on the west coast, they returned home to Montana to play locally.