LIVE OUT LOUD BATTLE OF THE BANDS BENEFIT FOR BOISE HIVE DURING IDAHO GIVES FIRST THURSDAY, MAY 7 AT THE RX

BoiseHiveLgoClrOL_PIdaho Gives is on First Thursday, May 7, and The Record Exchange is honored to be hosting Live Out Loud – Battle of the Bands, a benefit for Boise Hive, at 6 p.m.!

Two bands (Deviant Kin vs. Lee Penn Sky and the Oliphants) will each have 30 minutes to perform on the new Record Exchange stage and get their fans to “vote” with a donation to Boise Hive during their set. The winning band will receive a resource package that includes rehearsal and recording time, tax and marketing consultations and more. Boise Hive, meanwhile, wins your financial support, as all donations pledged at the event will help its Idaho Gives tally!

The Record Exchange will have customer giveaways at the end of each band’s set – everyone who donates to Boise Hive gets a raffle ticket!

Boise Hive staff will be on hand to accept your donation and provide more information on the awesome resources they’re providing for local musicians!

Go Listen Boise buskers will be outside the store performing from 4-6pm, too!

SCHEDULE:

4-6pm – Go Listen Boise buskers outside the store

6pm – Introduction

6:15-6:30pm – Deviant Kin

6:45pm – First raffle for donors

7-7:30pm – Lee Penn Sky and the Oliphants

7:30pm – Second raffle for donors, announcement of winning band

ABOUT BOISE HIVE

Boise Hive was founded to provide an all-ages rehearsal and recording place for local musicians and artists. This donor-funded, volunteer-run community space aims to provide a facility where artists come to practice and hone their craft. Boise Hive empowers musicians and artists by providing affordable and soundproof rehearsal/practice space; gear rental and demo recording; education, training and other support for development; and access to resources for health and wellness.

ABOUT IDAHO GIVES

Idaho Gives is a special day for philanthropy across Idaho: a day for nonprofits to tell their stories and share their work, which enriches communities throughout our state. It’s a day for Idahoans to come together with one voice of support for our nonprofits, big and small. On May 7, 2015, join us here to find your passion, donate to your favorite causes, learn about new nonprofits, and share in the excitement!

Schedule your donation now or visit the site on Idaho Gives day to make a contribution to the nonprofits you love. Your donations could help them win extra award money! Last year, with your help, Idaho Gives raised $782,862 from 7,566 individuals who gave to more than 660 nonprofit causes.

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