Artist Perks

GET YOUR ALBUMS ON THE SHELVES IN BOISE

The Record Exchange, Boise’s largest independent record store, is looking for Treefort artists to send their music to the store prior to the festival so they can have it on the shelves leading up to and during the fest. You’ll send your music to our beloved Record Exchange and then pick up any unsold items on your way out of town!

FREE CUSTOM EAR MOLDS

Join MusiCares at Treefort to receive free custom ear molds. This event is taking place on Wednesday, March 26 and Thursday, March 27 from 3-6pm at the Artist Lounge.

This event is free and open to music professionals with:

5 years employment in music OR Credit on at least 6 commericially released recordings.

While we will have a limited number of spaces available for walk-up, please register to secure your spot and save time.

ARTIST LOUNGE

The official area of artist hospitality is located in the basement of The Basque Center at 601 W. Grove St and open to all credentialed performing artists during operational hours. Throughout the week of the festival complimentary refreshments, an array of snacks and a selection of bar drinks will be available. Drink tickets redeemable at the Artist Lounge bar will be provided for you in your artist packet upon check-in. Drink tickets for your venue of performance will come directly from your venue manager day of show.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Artist lounge wristband is required for entry. Food service will end at 8pm each night.

WEDNESDAY 3/26 • 12PM - 9PM
THURSDAY 3/2712PM - 9PM
FRIDAY 3/2812PM - 10PM
SATURDAY 3/2912PM - 10PM
SUNDAY 3/30 • 12PM - 9PM

ID is required for 21+ beverages

COMPLIMENTARY SERVICES @ 12th FRET MUSIC

12th Fret Music, located at 671 S Capitol, is offering select complimentary services as well as waving the rush fee ($100) on amp repairs and ($50) on string instruments. Also free set ups on string instruments (valued at $75 – $150 each).

Treefort artists will receive 10% of all products and services that aren’t included in complimentary offers, plus 15% off all accessories in store. Treefort artists will also be moved to the front of the line for any services or repairs needed.

12th Fret services all guitar / bass / stringed instruments, performs amp repairs, as well as guitar/bass restrings and set ups.

Business hours during the week of Treefort are:
Tuesday – Friday | 10am – 6pm
Saturday | 10am – 4pm

Touring Photographer Roundtable Discussion

Are you touring with a photographer? If so, we’d like to invite them to a Roundtable Discussion that’s happening at Storyfort during Treefort Music Fest 2025. It’s a very casual event taking place at 4pm on Wednesday, March 26th at 10th Street Station (21+) where you’ll grab a beer and listen to stories from a handfull of tour photographers. If your photographer would be a good fit or think they’d be interested, please email picturetakerdude@gmail.com to be considered. Thanks!

Capture This! A discussion with Touring Photographers

Wed 3/26, 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm @ 10th Street Station



Complimentary Chair Massage

Billy Edney, a certified massage therapist, will be setting up in the Artist Lounge each afternoon between 3pm – 5pm offering complimentary chair massages.

MUSIC TALKS

Our goal is to bring the industry’s brightest minds together to discuss the future of music and help artists build thriving careers. Whether you are a new artist, an established artist, hobbyist, music fan, or industry insider, all are welcome to participate in the music talks.

FRIDAY 3/28

Industry and Artist Breakfast Hang

10:30am-11:00am
Boise Centre East – Room 420A

DIY Burnout: Building Community as a Path to Success in the Music Industry

11:00am-12:00pm
Boise Centre East – Room 420A

Not An Overnight Success: How to Build an Enduring Career

12:15pm-1:15pm
Boise Centre East – Room 420A

Navigating the Modern Music Landscape

1:30-3:00pm  
Boise Centre East – Room 420A

SATURDAY 3/29

Industry and Artist Breakfast Hang

10:30am-11:00am
Boise Centre East – Room 420A

Building Belonging: Organizing Our Communities for Safer Events

11:00am-12:00pm 
Boise Centre East – Room 420A

Breaking Bands: How to Ascend Amid a Music Industry in Freefall

12:15pm-1:15pm 
Boise Centre East – Room 420A

If It’s Not Written Down, It Didn’t Happen: Everything You Want (and Need) to Know about Contracts

1:30pm-2:30pm 
Boise Centre East – Room 420A

DISCOUNTS AROUND TOWN WITH YOUR WRISTBAND!

COMING SOON FROM DOWNTOWN BOISE ASSOCIATION!