IDAHO FALLS — Look out, locals, here come The Sand Gators. Originating from Reno, Nevada, this band specializes in psychedelic R&B, and they’re set to perform at the Celt Pub and Grill on Dec. 13 at 9 p.m.

“It’s groovy and danceable,” said guitarist and vocalist Spencer Kilpatrick. “It’s basically rock ‘n’ roll, but we’ve got a good amount of fuzz guitar, and really spacey key sounds. And then the (baritone) sax adds a ton of depth and dynamics.”

The band is made up of Kilpatrick, Ivan Gates on bass, Rachael McElhiney on saxophone, Alex Lemnah on keys and Zach Peach on drums. Kilpatrick said the band usually has a sixth member, with Dani Taylor on guitar, but they’re traveling as a five-piece on this run.

All the members have been in different bands over the years, but came together to

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