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.
Steve Junot
Birdrock Taco Shack
Friday - 7:00 p.m.- 10:00 p.m.
In the last 20 years, Steve Junot has played over 5000 gigs.
When you ask him how he's lasted so long, he'll give you one big reason.
"I realized early on that it's not about me... it's about playing what the audience wants to hear."
He loves giving 'em what they want so that they can have fun.
"If the audience is in the mood to chat with each other, I'll play some laid-back, softer stuff so that they can chat. Or if they're in the mood to really listen, dance or cut up and I'll deliver that too. It's all about reading the crowd and giving them what they want so they have a great time. "
Sometimes someone in the crowd will make a request, other times Steve just scans the audience and seems to be able to pinpoint the right song at the right time. And with a repertoire of over 1000 songs, he can pretty much handle any audience.
But his favorite is taking requests.
"I love when I get a crowd who has eclectic tastes. One of my favorite nights was when someone requested an Elvis song. Right after I played it, someone else requested a Lil' Wayne song. Man, that's about as far reaching as it gets in a two-song span, but I loved it! And so did the crowd."
To sum it up, Steve has the repertoire and experience to deliver the fun. No cover
About the venue:
Located in Bradenton Florida's Village of the Arts, Birdrock Taco Shack is not your average taco joint, but a unique funky-fun taco spot and live music venue. Owner and chef David Shiplett (who also owns the popular Cottonmouth South Soul Kitchen) doesn't serve up just any tacos. Dave has worked as a Chef in San Francisco, San Diego, Sarasota, and now Bradenton. Dine inside the eclectic artsy shack or outdoors on the porch and back patio. Great food, cool people... and TACOS! 1213 13th Avenue West, Bradenton.
The Schmitz Brothers
3 Keys Brewing
Friday - 7:00 p.m.- 10:00 p.m.
This Saturday, The Schmitz Brothers Band returns to the beer garden of 3 Keys Brewing. The Schmitz Brothers Band is a dynamic family band with skilled musicianship and memorable harmonies. Band members include father Dave Schmitz on guitar and vocals, twin sons Tim and Dave on guitar, bass and vocals, and long-time professional area percussionist, Phil Anderson, on drums. For more than a decade, The Schmitz Brothers Band has been performing for local audiences a catalog of classic rock and blues-based music along with reggae, jazz, bluegrass, and band originals. No cover.
About the venue:
Located in Bradenton off of East Manatee Avenue, 3 Keys Brewing is a family-friendly brewery with a full kitchen serving up gourmet-style pub fare. Offering an inviting social atmosphere and weekly list of entertainment, music, and food and drink specials. Enjoy their expansive front porch or take in the sounds of the beer garden with a beverage in hand. Oh, and bring your 4-legged friends! 2505 Manatee Ave East, Bradenton.
Yaya Diamond & the Dream Chasers
Woody's River Roo
Friday - 7:00 p.m.- 11:00 p.m.
Get ready to be mesmerized by the incredible Yaya Diamond, whose musical legacy includes being the daughter of international recording artist Evelyn Thomas, the niece of Opera singer Robert McFerrin, and the cousin of Grammy award winner Bobby McFerrin.
Yaya Diamond & The Dream Chasers are the ultimate band for all occasions, delivering a fiery and unforgettable performance. With her spectacular talent and undeniable musical heritage, Yaya Diamond will captivate the audience with her powerful vocals and dynamic presence. No cover.
About the venue:
Woody's River Roo -- A gorgeous river view, friendly people, great food, good drinks, and experiences you won't forget - all waiting for you at The Roo with a view, and the only thing missing is YOU.
CROWNZ
Caddy's Bradenton
Saturday - 5:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m.
Based out of Tampa, CRØWNZ is comprised of 3 ambitious twenty-somethings - Karly, Bryce & Christian. Their music illustrates love, pain and their shared fight against the threshold of adulthood. Continuing the trend, CRØWNZ defies the genre normalities as their sound is not just relegated alt music you’d hear on the radio. Far from it. Their lyrics and music are a fusion of Alternative and Pop combined with analog Rock instrumentation to create a new school era of Alt-Pop. It should come as no surprise that CRØWNZ matches their stellar sound with a perfectly formulated stage show including syncopated, detailed light displays and non-stop energy permeating throughout their performances. No cover.
About the venue:
Located riverside, Caddy's Bradenton can be reached by foot from the nearby Riverwalk Park, by car, or by boat via the Manatee River. This pet-friendly tropical-themed venue has scenic riverside views, two large tiki huts, and an outdoor stage. They offer a full bar with local craft beers and an American food menu. 801 Riverside Drive East, Bradenton.
Kid Royal
Cottonmouth Southern Soul Kitchen
Saturday - 7:00 p.m.- 10:00 p.m.
With a career in music spanning over 25 years, St. Petersburg, FL based Chris “Kid” Royal has a history in a genre where history is important and somewhat uncommon for his age. He began his career with the likes of Chicago Pete (Jr. Parker, Buddy Guy, Jr. Wells, Jimmy Dawkins, Albert Collins, Lazy Lester) and others such as Douglas Watson (the son of Muddy Waters’ piano player, Lovie Lee) at the remarkably young age of 15.
Chris has played in various countries and festivals around the globe including the Montreal Jazz Festival and Notodden Blues Festival in Norway. He has opened for such acts as Eric Burdon and Peter Frampton. He has also played alongside such luminaries as Jeff Healey, and recently, “Kid” has shared stages, trading licks with Eric Gales, Sue Foley, and his biggest musical hero, Ronnie Earl. Most recently, Ronnie Earl and “Kid” played together at a Hospice for the homeless during the Utah Blues Festival (2019), sharing the healing power of music with those most in need.
The current lineup of the band varies but includes the best of the best Tampa Bay has to offer and has become a fixture of the local music scene in St. Petersburg, FL. Cover $5
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.
Twinkle and Rock Soul Radio
Tarpon Bay Grill & Tiki Bar
Saturday - 7:00 p.m.- 10:00 p.m.
An accomplished musician and songwriter, Twinkle has worked with Aerosmith, Dickie Betts, Rod Stewart, Gregg Allman, and countless others. In the '90s, she was signed to Warner Brothers for her debut album Haunted by Real Life, produced by Patrick Leonard (Madonna, Roger Waters, Pink Floyd) where it gained ready attention on the jazz/pop charts for its title song. Twinkle is known for her authentic powerhouse rock-soul blues vocals. Rock Soul Radio members are lead vocalist Twinkle, guitarist Lenny Brooks, bassist Tony LeClerc, and Benny Puckett on the drums.
No Cover.
About the venue:
Tarpon Bay Grill & Tiki Bar. Overlooking Sarasota Bay-Waterfront Dining. Outdoor/Indoor Seating. Full Bar. Great for Happy Hour. Live Entertainment. Local Spot. Table & Poolside Service. Delicious Food. Great Service. Family Friendly. Pet Friendly.
James Albritton
Bridge Tender Inn
Sunday - 2:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m.
James Albritton serves up the soul sound of the 70s (and more). “People don’t think they know me, but they do,” claims James Albritton. The reasoning behind that, he explains, is that he plays guitar and sings at clubs and in concerts in lots of different configurations, from solo gigs to backing up others (and just to add to the confusion, that may be on guitar or drums), to regularly playing with Andrew Glasgow, Damon Jeffrey Owens and John Hetherington as The Hydramatic (his regular full-band home) and in various duo or trio configurations. So you may have seen him and not realized it was him, he reasons… but offers this helpful hint: “I’m the giant, nerdy-lookin’ dude who sings weird.” No cover.
About the venue:
Established 30 years ago, Bridge Tender Inn (BTI) is Bradenton’s favorite sports bar and grille to eat, drink, and socialize while watching a televised sports event. You can chug beers, eat lip-smacking food, enjoy live music, and make great memories in a comfy, laid-back setting.
This Packer bar is owned by Fred Bartizal and has a staff of 50+ veteran servers who love to offer the best drink-and-dine experience to their guests. The general manager, Sue, has been here for 25+ years and the assistant manager, Shannon, has been here for 10+ years. They’re the ones who oversee making that experience happen!
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