SARASOTA — McCurdy's Comedy Theater in downtown Sarasota recently announced an impressive line-up of talented national touring musicians for their Music Monday series beginning February 2.
John Kadlecik: Solo Acousti’Lectric: Feb. 2
We welcome the original co-founder and guitarist of Dark Star Orchestra, and Grateful Dead Incarnation FURTHUR hand-picked by Phil Lesh & Bob Weir and current member of Melvin Seals & JGB, John Kadlecik and his special 'Solo Acousti’Lectric' performance. This will be a John K experience in its purest incarnation as he presents his ever-evolving solo act. Kadlecik crafts a mesmerizing improvisational symphony, layering acoustic and electric guitar, bass, drums, piano, and more — all triggered from a single electric guitar. Blending traditional solo performances with dynamic looping, he creates the energy and depth of a full band in real time. It has to be seen to be believed!
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Dave Matthews Collaborator Tim Reynolds Solo Acoustic: Feb. 23
With a career spanning more than forty years, two-time Grammy nominee and sonic innovator, Tim Reynolds, is best known for his seemingly effortless guitar virtuosity, his masterful command of melody and timing, and for his uncanny ability to improvise on any instrument he touches.
Having explored almost every musical style, from rock, jazz, and blues to classical and reggae, Tim’s wide-ranging talent is evident each time he picks up his acoustic or electric guitar. Technically brilliant, yet emotionally honest, Reynolds’ music is inspired, authentic, and unparalleled. You may also know of his decades long association as guitarist and collaborator with Dave Matthews.
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Joan Osborne featuring the songs of Bob Dylan: March 3
In 2017, Grammy-nominated artist Joan Osborne released the critically acclaimed album, Songs of Bob Dylan. Her artistic and soulful reinterpretations of selected Dylan songs were an eye-opening moment in an already celebrated career.
Eight years after the milestone recording, Osborne will release the stunning Dylanology Live on April 25th. The captivating recording features the gifted vocalist performing live with special guests Amy Helm, Robert Randolph, and Jackie Greene. Songs include “Spanish Harlem Incident”, “Buckets Of Rain” “Masters Of War”, “Tonight I’ll Be Staying Here With You” and “High Water (For Charley Patton)”.
Throughout her three-decade, multi-Grammy-nominated career, Joan Osborne has never been an artist confined to one space as she continues to seamlessly blend into any genre. Her incredible and distinctive voice always shines through her own songs, while she has also become one of her generation’s finest interpreters. Dylanology Live is yet another testament to her artistic range.
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Jimmy Vivino: March 30
Jimmy Vivino, the 30-year music director for Conan O’Brien, current bassist & co-producer with blues-rock legends Canned Heat (Finyl Vinyl) is bringing his six-decade career to Sarasota.
A true bluesman who’s shared stages and studios with Levon Helm, Hubert Sumlin, James Cotton, Jimmie Vaughan, Johnnie Johnson, Phoebe Snow, Al Kooper, Joe Louis Walker, Warren Haynes and countless others, Jimmy has worked every corner of the business — Broadway, film, TV, radio, and smoky clubs — yet still calls himself “just a bluesman with a job.”
Don’t miss this rare Florida appearance from one of the most connected and hardest-working players in American roots music.
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The Martin Sexton Abby Road Show: April 20
Martin Sexton puts his signature style on his rendition of this iconic Beatles album, combining what Rolling Stone calls his “soul-marinated voice” with his inventive guitar prowess.
Sexton has remained true to his mission of sharing peace and harmony throughout his 10 albums, and in countless incendiary live performances. He has thus built a loyal following of fans, including critics and superstar artists. He is without a doubt what Billboard calls: “The real thing.”
We are all invited to Come Together to experience these brilliant songs celebrated in such a compellin,g reimagined way.
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