- Golden, CO
- DJ
- $150 and up
Montana Sand
Overview
Montana Sand is a group of multi-instrumentalists fronted by singer-songwriter AJ Keyser. AJ is from the Front Range of Colorado and has been playing professionally for over 5 years. The group draws their influence from a wide variety of genres, including but not limited to indie acoustic soul, folk, rock, bluegrass, and roots music; genres that have been the backbone to Austin’s music scene for decades. The group focuses on making music an inclusive space for all to be able to enjoy and relate to, as well as using music for mental health awareness.
Reviews
1 review
Dean B.
July 3, 2025A very special first dance.
Montana Sand gave us an incredible and spectacular gift of playing our first dance. I know they have been practicing the song, and it went off without a hitch. Truly honored.
Hired as: Folk Singer
Montana Sand
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Booking information
Price range: Contact for rates
Languages: English
Gig length: 30 - 180 minutes
Unions: Other
What to expect
If an audience came to see you perform music, they would experience a captivating and heartfelt performance filled with passion, skill, and connection. They’d see a musician who brings energy and emotion to every note, creating an engaging atmosphere that resonates with listeners.
If a client hired you, they would get a professional and memorable musical experience tailored to their event or needs—whether it’s live entertainment, background music, or a custom setlist—delivered with reliability, creativity, and a commitment to making their occasion special.
About
Montana Sand is a group of multi-instrumentalists fronted by singer-songwriter AJ Montana Keyser. AJ is from Boulder, Colorado and has been playing professionally for over 8 years. They are 27 years old. The group draws their influence from a wide variety of genres, including but not limited to country, indie acoustic soul, folk, rock, bluegrass, and roots music; genres that have been the backbone to Denver’s music scene for decades. The group focuses on making music an inclusive space for all to be able to enjoy and relate to, as well as using music for mental health awareness. Montana Sand has been on line-ups for well known acts like Macklemore at Liv Golf Houston, Ryan Cassata at SXSW 2023, Janelle Monae at SXSW 2024, and Khruangbin/Sylvan Esso/Lord Huron 2025 at Outside Festival.
Additional booking notes
I have a 2 PA speakers, monitor, cables, mics, mic stands, guitars, guitar stands.
Services offered
Set list
Covers
Creep G
Use me Em A
Dreams C (chords are F → G)
No diggity Am Dm F G
California Love/California Gurls G to F
Heartless Am G F G
Whats up - 4 non blondes (D) Em G
Charleston Girl G D F C
Say it ain't so/luckiest man Dm
Valerie C/Dm
Cant you see D C G D
Originals:
Cigarette and coffee cup (Bb)
Lioness (Am)
Great Divide C (banjo starts)
Mad but magic E
Temporary E A E A E A F# A E - B A E
Rolled up Dolla Billz - Am E7 F G
Influences and inspiration
Here’s a list of influential artists across folk, country, and rock genres that I draw inspiration from:
Folk Influences:
Bob Dylan
Joni Mitchell
Woody Guthrie
Country Influences:
Johnny Cash
Willie Nelson
Patsy Cline
Hank Williams
Dolly Parton
Merle Haggard
Loretta Lynn
George Strait
Rock Influences:
The Rolling Stones
Led Zeppelin
Jimi Hendrix
The Doors
Fleetwood Mac
Tom Petty
Setup requirements
mic
1/4 inch cable
XLR cable
Guitar
PA
Monitor
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Folk Singer
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