Weekend Sounds October 14-16

BRADENTON – There is exactly zero shortage of excellent live music options for residents of the 941 area this weekend! From scheduled single gigs at local venues to Celtober Fest running all weekend long and a Sunday patio party at Fogartyville's Community Media and Art Center, there's a lot of good going down this weekend. So get out there and enjoy some local live music! Check out The Bradenton Times Weekend Sounds to see what bands you can catch and where.

This Friday, 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.

Friday: 7-10 p.m.

Hot Club of SRQ plays gypsy jazz deeply rooted in the style of Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli. This trio's music simply swings and is full of beauty and romance. The Hot Club of SRQ's sound can best be described as a 21st-century hybrid of the famous Quintette du Hot Club de France. The likeness of these two ensembles is the violin and guitar that makes their music so captivating. Another likeness is the infectious groove known as La Pompe, which literally means the pump, and is an unmistakable hard-swinging rhythmical characteristic of this music. This style of swing jazz is more accessible to a broader audience. No cover.

About the Venue:

Located in Bradenton Village of the Arts, Cottonmouth Southern Soul Kitchen has quickly become one of Bradenton, Florida’s more popular outdoor music venues. Music is hosted on their intimate 80-seat capacity patio garden, a perfect setting under the branches of towering live oaks in the heart of VOTA. Known for his eclectic southern dining, Chef Dave Shiplett puts his creative spin on southern classics serving up his brand of southern soul food in this 100-year-old cottage that doubles as an art gallery. The venue offers craft beer, wine, a list of creative hard ciders, and non-alcoholic beverages. Reservations are recommended due to limited capacity. 1114 12th Street West, Bradenton.

Band members Ron Kraemer on the electric guitar and vocals, Gregg Germony on the upright bass, and Michael Finley on da' brushes come together in a trio that jumps and swings. They're a swingin’ jazzy blues band that brings cool jams and a good time. No Cover.

About the Venue:

Located in Payne Park, Downtown Sarasota, Cafe in the Park captures the spirit of a quintessential urban cafe terrace. It's the perfect place for a great coffee, a fresh sandwich, and live music. The family-friendly spot has menu selections of healthy cafŽ-style food, non-alcoholic beverages, beer, and wine, all served in a community park setting. Truly a great place to catch a live show. Please no outside food or drink. 2010 Adams Lane, Sarasota.

Join the New World Celts Sarasota in Motorworks Brewing’s beautiful Biergarten this weekend for the seventh annual Celtoberfest, a fantastic fusion of beer-swilling, kilt-sporting, lederhosen-loving merriment and live music throughout the weekend. This event is family (and dog!) friendly.

Eireann's Call- 5 pm

Steel City Rovers- 8 pm

McKenna- 11:30 am

Clover's Revenge- 2 pm

Seven Nations- 4:45 pm

The Byrne Brothers- 8:15 pm

Bill Mullen- 11:30 am (no tickets required)

Ticket prices range from $5-$45 and can be purchased through Eventbrite, here.

About the Venue:

Since its opening in 2014, Motorworks Brewing has become one of the most awarded breweries in Florida, with over 22 national and international medals. With 20+ beers on draught, a full liquor bar, an expansive wine collection, and a rotating batch of seasonal and specialty brews available in the taproom, Motorworks is a great place to join friends for a fresh pint of beer or a cocktail. Their tree-canopied Beer Garden hosts a raised deck, games, an outdoor stage, ample patio seating, and room to dance. Food offerings from local food trucks. 1014 9th Street West, Bradenton, near the Village of the Arts.

HGWT is a local band born of Bradenton, Florida, a hometown that is referenced in several of their songs and their 2009 album titled Postcards from the Friendly City. Formed in 2006, the nationally acclaimed Alternative rock/folk band is known for its indie rock, classic country, hints-of-punk, Americana sound. Indeed, it is challenging to specify the genre, as it seems HGWT set off determined to make their own. The band's members consist of brothers Matt Burke (singer-guitarist) and Daniel Burke (bassist), and longtime friends guitarist Scott Anderson, drummer JP Beaubien and keyboardist Edward Stork. Lead vocalist Matt Burke's songwriting draws on western themes of life and death, honor, and morality throughout the band's narrative songs.

A show you don’t want to miss! No cover.

About the Venue:

Big Top Brewing Company is a Sarasota-based production brewery. Valuing their great town and its great history, they set out to add in a great local beer. A complement to Sarasota’s historical associations with The Ringling Circus, performing arts, famous architecture, the best art and design schools, and world-renowned tourism, Big Top Brewing artistically crafts world-class beers, inspired by their hometown. Featuring brewing, tasting, and live music from some of the area's best performers. A great outdoor venue with an expansive beer garden and porch bar. 975 Cattlemen Road, Sarasota.

This Sunday, Fogartyville Community Media and Arts Center is throwing a party on its patio to celebrate the completion of several exterior projects at the popular live music venue. The celebration is free and open to the public.

Live performances include reggae/ska bands Soul Purpose and The Strangeways. Saxman Duane Freeman will also perform. Led by Pat Monahan, Soul Purpose is a roots rock and reggae band playing original, unsigned music. Eclectic by nature and fiercely independent, this band of unschooled ruffians has proven over and over that people are interested in passion and excellence. The Strangeways deliver a groove-laden mix of ska, reggae, dancehall and rocksteady the way it’s meant to be served: with a full brass section. Well-known in Sarasota, Saxman Duane Freeman has played with many noted musicians, including Charlie Daniels and Lou Rawls.

Food will be available for purchase from In A Pickle andChillMobile Food Trucks.

Entertainment Schedule:

4:00 pm – Doors open

4:30 pm – Saxman Duane Freeman Trio

5:45 pm – Soul Purpose IV

6:45 pm – Melanie Lavender (Spoken Word)

7:15 pm – Strangeways

8:10 pm – Closing Jam

About the Venue:

Fogartyville Community Center is a special gathering place for those who truly appreciate music and community. Nothing draws people together like a shared musical experience, and nowhere is there a more welcoming environment for audiences and musicians than the vibrant and diverse community that is the Fogartyville Community Media and Arts Center. 525 Kumquat Ct, Sarasota.

Join Trey Wanvig this Sunday at Big Top for the venue’s popular Sunday live music staple, "Blues and Brews." Trey Wanvig is a 19-year-old blues guitarist and vocalist from Sarasota, Florida. Despite his age, Wanvig has an exceptional reputation as a performer as well as an impressive resume. The young musician was selected by the Grammy Foundation to partake in their Grammy Music Revolution Project conducted at Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater.

Wanvig has performed alongside many great artists including Eric Gales, Shemekia Copeland, Bob Margolin, Christone "Kingfish" Ingram, Annika Chambers, Janiva Magness, Toronzo Cannon, Paul DesLauriers, Shakura S'Aida, Biscuit Miller, Kenny Neal, Bryan Lee, Doug MacLeod, Ben Rice, Sarah Grace, Tas Cru, Gabe Stillman, Steve Vai, and Eric Johnson. An ambassador for the United by Music North America organization, Wanvig released his first album titled Roadside Blues in January of 2018, most of which was written when he was just 14 years old. No Cover.