BRADENTON — It's another weekend, and you know what that means. If you guessed another great lineup of local, talented musicians in Manatee, Sarasota, and surrounding counties, you would be correct. Check out The Bradenton Times Weekend Sounds to see what bands you can catch at your favorite venues.
Denitia
Fogartyville
Thursday - 7:00 p.m.
To Denitia, music is a mirror.
The songs she sings give audiences an opportunity to see themselves in her and connect over shared experiences and emotions. “We’re all people just trying to live our lives,” Denitia says, “and there’s so much of it that we have in common. ” But Denitia also wants her music to give audiences an opportunity to connect with themselves. “If a song of mine helps someone reckon with their own emotional life or their own experiences, or it helps them experience empathy or open their mind or expand, that’s what I’m trying to do,” she adds. “I’m trying to make music I love that moves people while just being myself.”
Her music has been featured in the films Nanny and The Invitation, as well as in the series Better Things (FX), Broad City (Comedy Central), Dear White People (Netflix), Shrinking (Apple TV+), and The Terminal List (Amazon). She has toured extensively with the Black Opry Revue; been invited to perform at the National Museum of African American Music and the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville; and shared stages with Amythyst Kiah, Joy Oladokun, and Allison Russell, among other artists. In 2023, Denitia earned one of five spots in a residency hosted by the Black Opry and WXPN, was named to Rissi Palmer’s Color Me Country class, and was one of three artists selected for CMT and mtheory’s Equal Access cohort.
The momentum continued in 2024. Denitia is one of CMT’s 2024 Next Women of Country and was named an artist to watch by the Nashville Scene. She made her Grand Ole Opry debut and opened shows for Mickey Guyton.
Denitia | Thursday, April 3, 7 p.m. | Doors open at 6 p.m.
Tickets: $22 members; $26 not-yet-members; $13 students (13+)
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About the venue:
Fogartyville is a special gathering place for those who truly appreciate music and community. Nothing draws people together like a shared musical experience, and the listening room atmosphere at Fogartyville enables people to fully appreciate that experience.
Avery Anna with Tana Matz & Emmy Moyen
Big Top Brewing
Friday - 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
From the desert to the mountains, Warner Music Nashville singer/songwriter Avery Anna grew up chasing the Arizona sunsets. She started singing at 10 years old, quickly picking up the guitar and piano, but it wasn’t until she started her TikTok channel that she realized her full potential. Hopping in a bathtub for acoustics, Avery began uploading covers – and her videos blew up overnight.
Her repertoire spans classic country artists such as Willie Nelson and Patsy Cline to modern acts like Taylor Swift and Kelsea Ballerini. Now with 1.4 million followers and almost 27 million likes, Avery Anna is ready to share her own music with the world. The 2022 YouTube Artist on the Rise has released four tracks, and her single “Narcissist” is already making a statement. A SiriusXM Highway Find, the song has landed on major playlists such as Spotify’s New Music Friday, Apple Music’s Country Risers and has over 86 million global streams. The Flagstaff native has just begun to take her music on the road, opening for acts such as Josh Turner, Martina McBride, & Parmalee as well as playing overseas for C2C Festival in London. This is just the beginning for Avery, as she steps out of the bathtub and into the spotlight.
Cover $20
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About the venue:
Big Top Brewing Company is a Sarasota-based production brewery. A complement to Sarasota’s historical association with The Ringling Circus and the performing arts, Big Top has set out to create great beer worthy of the history and culture that is Sarasota. Featuring brewing, tasting, and live music from some of the area’s best performers. A spacious outdoor venue with an expansive beer garden, porch bar, and food truck. 975 Cattlemen Road, Sarasota.
The Cold Stares
Cottonmouth
Friday - 7:00 p.m.
For almost ten years, The Cold Stares had toured the world relentlessly as a duo, blowing away audiences across the US and Europe with a fierce, blistering live show that belied their
bare bones, guitar-and-drums setup. In 2023 the band began embracing a whole new kind of chemistry and launched into their next chapter, adding a third member and channeling the classic
power trio sound they grew up on with their explosive acclaimed album, “Voices.”
The Cold Stares have created a buzz in the music world that has landed them on the road with the likes of Joe Bonamassa, Larkin Poe, Rival Sons, Reignwolf, Spoon, Grand Funk Railroad, and Thievery Corp, among many others. American Songwriter praised the group’s “hard-won commitment, honesty, and intensity,” while No Depression hailed their sound as a “roots rocking firestorm,” and tunes from their albums turned up everywhere from ESPN, Dodge, Chevy and TNT to the hit video game Cyberpunk 2077.
Cover $25
About the venue:
Cottonmouth - Bradenton Florida’s music venue serving southern soul cuisine and live music on our beautiful patio in the Village of the Arts. Dave Shiplett and crew will to serve you and give you an evening you will long remember with seating inside and outside and art from local artists on display. Cottonmouth is the place to hang and feed your soul.
Damon Fowler
Joyland
Friday - 9:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Fowler is a masterful singer, guitarist, and songwriter. His music is representative of the many styles that make up the roots of American music. Critics have compared Fowler's guitar work to Johnny Winter and Jeff Beck, while his slide guitar is reminiscent of the late Duane Allman. Fowler is known for his fiery guitar runs, while his lyrical work on lap steel and dobro make him a stand-out performer among guitar heroes. The Florida native's hybrid of roots rock, blues, songwriting, and vocals has earned him professional accolades from fellow artists and music journalists alike.
Cover $21+ $15.68; 18-20 $31.35
About the venue:
Joyland Live Music Night Club in Sarasota is one of the area’s best experiences for live music. Our concert-quality sound system delivers premium sound fidelity, while elevated seating areas provide enhanced views of the stage and dancefloor. Concerts often feature national music artists.
Enjoy live music every Friday and Saturday night, along with dance music from the best DJs in Southwest Florida. Joyland is your favorite dance club to party with friends, meet new friends, dance, and enjoy the best live music in the Sarasota-Bradenton area.
Bradenton Art & Music Festival (B.A.M.)
Riverwalk Pavilion
Saturday - 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
This dynamic, diverse, immersive experience will feature musicians from a variety of genres on multiple stages, pop up performance acts along the Riverwalk, students sharing their talents, live creation of large scale visual art, interactive art projects, and culinary treats from local food vendors.
Pavilion Main Stage
Performance Schedule
The Fulcos | 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Eric Von Band| 1:10 pm – 2:40 pm
Swift Tribute Band | 3:20 pm – 4:50 pm
The Spazmatics Florida | 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Tiki Bar
Performance Schedule
Trevor Bystrom Band | 11:00 am -2:15 pm
Sandy Bottom Boys | 3:00 -6:15 pm
BAM!Slam Amphitheater
Performance Schedule
Moogician | 11:00 -11:30 am
Slick Motion Dancers | 11:45 am -12:15 pm
Moogician | 12:30 -1:00 pm
Slick Motion Dancers | 1:15 -1:45 pm
Celebration! Arts Troupe | 2:00 – 2:30 pm
Moogician | 3:30 – 4:00 pm
School of Rock | 4:15 – 5:30 pm
School of Rock | 5:45 – 7:00 pm
Jesse Daniels
Waterside Plaza
Saturday - 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Jesse Daniels is a country music artist and songwriter from Myakka City, FL.
Originally finding his love for music by leading the worship band in his church, Jesse has now claimed his name in the country music industry.
His love for country music comes from young beginnings as a child of a large family rooted in country values.
Surrounded by his family and friends' support, Jesse has been able to use country music to connect with his fans.
His music incorporates the essence of country, rock, and soul and can bring a country influence to any song.
No cover.
About the venue:
Experience the social side of Waterside Place! Enjoy live music on The Plaza, detox with yoga at Waterside Park and take in Sunday Funday at The Farmers’ Market. We’ve created a space for everyone to discover their happy place, to share laughs, and to make fond memories.
Al Donadi
Tamiami Tap
Saturday - 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Over the past 10 years Al Donadi has been playing "live" on a weekly basis mainly on the West Coast of Florida. Living and working in the area allows him to connect with many of the local musicians, who all have influenced him in becoming the musician he is today.
"Everyone I've made music with has influenced me in someway or another. From small porch jams to festival stages; In Pennsylvania and down the east coast to the Florida community, So many talented souls I've had the opportunity to musically communicate with."
His last album was completed at the Spirit Ranch Studio with legendary Bud Snyder who engineered/produced The Allman Brothers Band, Gregg Allman Band, Dickey Betts and Great Southern, and Warren Haynes Gov't Mule.
"Im thankful for the musicians who worked hard with me creating this album. Jeff Arevalo on drums, Steve Duerst on bass, Dennis Wage on Hammond organ, Latonya Oliver - vocals, Justin Green - Saxophone, Eddie Tobin - piano. I couldn't have done it without you!"
Al continues to write and is working on another album. No cover.
About the venue:
Live Music Friday & Saturday Nights
Our mission here at Tamiami Tap is to be the neighborhood entertainment night spot for the whole family right here in Historic Laurel Park in Downtown Sarasota Florida.
Resistor
Oscura
Sunday - 6:00 p.m.
152 Productions Presents:
Resistor
with
Fatal Frames
Suffering Spirit
Tarnished
Counter Attack
"Resistor, hailing from Long Island, New York seamlessly weaves crushing riffs, breakdowns and low-tuned guitars with a classic nu-metal sound we all know and love. Along with their dedicated turntablist Anthony Arce, the band consists of Anthony Grambo (vocals), Ian Schneider (bass), Anthony Conti (guitar) and Peter Smith (drums/vocals). They have been touring consistently since 2021 supporting bands like Filth, Southpaw FLHC, Decayer and many more. If you’re feeling nostalgic but still want that modern heavy sound, then look no further. Their newest music, produced by Randy LeBoeuf (Kublai Khan, Boundaries, Dying Wish, etc.) is the culmination of everything Resistor has aspired to be. You can check out the newest single ‘I AM NOTHING’ now, with the next single ‘ARE YOU HAPPY NOW?’ set to drop in June 2024.
Welcome to the Sewage Crew."
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Cover $12 ADV; $17 DOS
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Doors 6 PM; Show 6:30 PM
All Ages - Under Requires Parent or Guardian
About the venue:
OSCURA has been reimagined and relaunched in the neighborhood of Old Manatee, with award-winning food and beverage programs, creative events, quality live music, and entertainment.
We are taking that established brand that was built over two and a half years in the previous location and adding new layers; with aesthetics that represent our view of Bradenton past, present and future.
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