Weekend Sounds: Sept. 13-15

Trevor Bystrom is known for his multi-cultural sound, which blends elements from many genres, including world, rock, reggae, latin, and blues. He and his band create world melodies and afro-rhythms using many unique instruments from a wide range of cultures, including flute, violin, didgeridoo, ngoni, weissenborn slide guitar, and world percussion.

 

The group fuses sounds and rhythms from around the globe to create memorable songs with captivating instrumentation and inspirational lyrics. The band's original music largely centers around current and persisting social and environmental issues. It acts as a call for listeners to break their acceptance of the status quo and become individual ripples for positive change in the world. Their message appeals to a sense of communal responsibility, protection of the earth and all living beings, and a movement towards sustainable living.

 

Joining Trevor is Benny and Judy Maldonado.

 

Cover $20

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.

In A Nutshell - A Tribute to Alice In Chains with Stone Tampa Pilots
Oscura
Friday - 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

Oscura is excited to welcome In A Nutshell - A Tribute to Alice Chains to Bradenton alongside Stone Tampa Pilots - A Tribute to STP for a night of throwbacks!

Tickets Available Now - https://inanutshelloscura.fanimal.com
Doors 7 PM; Music 8 PM // $15 ADV; $20 DOS

All Ages - Under 18 Requires Parent or Guardian
Oscura

Tickets are Non-Refundable
All Parking Spots in Lot Available as of Door Times

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.

Speak Your Truth Music Festival
Motorworks Brewing
Saturday - 11:30 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.

In recognition of Suicide Prevention Month, the "Speak Your Truth" Music Festival will be bringing together an eclectic mix of rock, pop-punk, rap, hip hop, and more for music and fun.

The festival will be working in conjunction with The American Foundation of Suicide Prevention (AFSP) Central Florida, to bring people together for an event where they can also learn more about recognizing the signs of depression, stress and suicide with on site resources available to help.

The AFSP will also offer one on one and practical help from a location set up at the event. Indie, pop-punk, rock, hip hop and rap and more with 15 Florida bands plus two national bands, "of Montreal" and "He is Legend" will be performing.

Tickets are currently on sale and we expect up to 1,000 attendees throughout the day.

Please check out https://speakyourtruthfestival.com.

About the venue:

Venue: BRADENTON’S BEER GARDEN AND TAPROOM - Join us for a lovely afternoon or evening in our famous Beer Garden under a 150-year-old oak tree or enjoy our Taproom that is full of our great beers, wine, spirits, and cocktails.

We strive to fine-tune award-winning craft beer delivered to satisfy anyone’s palate. Our beers and service are performance-driven, the same as the Hudson service center housed in our brewery during the 1940s and 50s.

Based on weather conditions, Live Music may be performed in the Taproom.

Cassie Jean and the Fireflies
3 Keys Brewing
Saturday - 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Cassie Barbaresi was born in Texas and it shows. Her songwriting and storytelling remind you of the finest Texas traditions--especially when it comes to breaking the rules. She boldly shares her ideas, her experiences, and her deepest feelings, and she won't hesitate to let each song take us where it wants to go.

With a voice that is sweet and soulful, and deceptively powerful, Cassie is a captivating performer and guitarist.

Cassie is a former D1 soccer player and three-time All American. Now a mother of three, she won't hesitate to suit up and take center mid every chance she gets. And she brings the intensity of an elite athlete to her music career.

Rich Odato is a singer-songwriter and lead guitarist. Born in Pittsburgh and raised on steel-town blues, classic rock, Motown, and R&B, Rich plays acoustic, electric, and resonator guitars, and supports the songwriting with his melodies and arrangement skills.

Rich is a survivor of the hair band era, but folky fingerpicking and blues rock have been constants in his repertoire. In live shows, he loves to go full jam band mode with his custom strat, "Goldfinger." 

Together, they make up Cassie Jean and the Fireflies.  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.

John Bastiani (Str8 Edge Duo)
Riviera Dunes Dockside Social Bar and Grill
Saturday - 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Since re-locating to Sarasota in 2018, John Bastiani has been performing extensively doing solo acoustic shows as well as an acoustic duo and five piece band. Along with Julie Van Loan, their duo, 'STR8 EDGE DUO is a great mix of songs from Fleetwood Mac, Janis Joplin, Tom Petty, Clapton. Lady Gaga, to Amy Winehouse.

With his feet planted firmly in the blues, John brings that style to his acoustic work. Storytellers like Bob Dylan and Harry Chapin have always been an influence. Never one to cover a song exactly like the original, John likes to change songs up and put his own spin both vocally and on the guitar. No cover.

About the venue:

Riviera Dunes Dockside Social Bar , Palmetto & Bradenton’s foremost waterfront restaurant! Located at Riviera Dunes Marina.

Memphis Lightning
Big Top Brewing
Saturday - 7:00 p.m.

All before the age of 21, Lightning has played with the late Great Blues Legend Eddie Kirkland, Buddy Guy, Tab Benoit, Big Sandy, Bloodshot Bill, Sean Mencher (High Noon, Ronnie Dawson), Bill Kirchen (Commander Cody) and Marty Sammon to name a few. He was selected as the first youth artist to represent the state of Maine in the International Blues Challenge Youth Show Case. Four years cancer free, Lightning has lived the blues and has proven to be among the greats, and compared to some of the biggest names to ever hit the blues, country and rock scene. Lightning fast, explosive stage show and soulful playing, Lightning is a showman at heart. He is currently endorsed by WB Gear(link on the bottom of the page) and Intune Guitar Picks.(Link on the bottom of the page) Guitar Gifts 4 U, Big Bends, SIT STRINGS, Lace Music Products, L-Guitar, Mental Cases, Mahalo Amps Steve Arvey Killer Strings, Barefoot Buttons, Williams Custom Guitars and Mainly CBGs Cigar Box Guitars.

Big Red - Going between the low driving Bass and groovin' on the skins, ridin' the back beat, and the backbone of Memphis Lightning is Grammy nominated and international touring and recording artist Darren "Big Red" Thiboutot. He has recorded and or played with artists such as Eddie "Bluesman" Kirkland, Pinetop Perkins, Lazy Lester, The Hoodoo Kings, Tab Benoit, Kenny Neal, Sonny Landreth, G.E. Smith, Clyde Stubblefield, T-Bone Wolk, Richard Bell, Christine Ohlman, Lucky Peterson, Troy Turner, Big Jack Johnson, Cub Koda, Colleen Sexton, ect.

ON THE KEYS - Rick Curran "Mr. Mayhem"

Proficient Perfection doesn't even do this man justice, with bowel shaking sustain and power like no other, the screaming organ sounds blended with the right amount of soul best describes this man!

ON THE DRUMS - Mr. Rock

A truly fantastic and ever changing character.

No cover.

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.

Taylor Opie
Cortez Kitchen
Sunday - 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Taylor Opie is a full time musician based in Sarasota, FL. Opie specializes in songwriting, performing, and studio recording. She comes from a family of artists, and music was always at the forefront of her upbringing. She writes authentic and vulnerable music that people can connect to. Aside from playing out regularly, she's currently focused on building up the original music scene in Sarasota, alongside the brilliant community of musicians that she's lucky enough to call her friends. No cover. 

About the venue:

Welcome to The Cortez Kitchen, your go-to spot for awesome seafood right here in the heart of Cortez! We’re all about serving up the freshest catches with that old Florida flavor. Our place is on the water, so you can enjoy your grub with a killer view. Check out our menu – we’ve got FRESH seafood, live music, and strong-but delicious cocktails. We love being part of the Cortez crew, so come hang with us and enjoy the flavors that everyone around here loves. Swing by The Cortez Kitchen for a laid-back dining experience where good eats are the main event.

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