Weekend Sounds: April 18-20

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.

Orchid Waves
3 Keys Brewing
Friday - 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Adriana and Julie, from the band Shy Blossom, have been crafting music since January 2024. They have created a duo, blending the best of the 80s, 90s, and today, we’re here to bring you a fresh take on timeless tunes.

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.

André Roy
Bahi Hut & GH Resort
Friday - 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

Originally from Montreal, André moved to Tampa Bay in 2012 and has been playing to rave reviews at every type of venue between St Petersburg and Naples for the last 10 years.

Along with playing his rare and unique '68 Gretsch 7-string guitar, André is also a soulful, rocking versatile vocalist who can perform every style with authenticity and artistry. His vocal style ranges from grooving R&B, to country to full out rock and blues.

André has been a full time performing musician since he turned pro in his early teens when he began performing and touring with recording artists. He majored in music at McGill University in Montreal and was awarded a prestigious Canada Council For The Arts grant to further his music studies at the world-renowned Berklee College Of Music in Boston.

André’s commitment and dedication to every form of music creates the perfect ambiance for any venue. No cover.

About the venue:

The Bahi Hut. Since 1954 it has been Sarasota's authentic spot to meet for good conversation and potent beverages. One of the few Old Florida places left in Sarasota. It is a local legend and a time capsule, unchanged since when it was built.

Ashley Lux Band
Motorworks Brewing
Friday - 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

Ashley Lux Band was formed by a power couple from New York with a true passion for music and entertainment. Ever since coming together in 2019, they have been privileged to share their devotion to music and live performance with national touring acts and fans across the country. They established themselves as a entertaining, high energy act.

In 2021, they relocated to Tampa, FL. ALB immediately hit the ground running as a upbeat, in-your-face acoustic duo and booking over 100 shows their first year while having to overcome many challenges and reestablishing themselves in a competitive, demanding industry. They are now creating a distinct sound and will be releasing their debut EP in the very near future!

No cover.

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.

K-luv & the United Funk Foundation
Woody's River Roo
Friday - 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

K-luv & the United Funk Foundation came together in 2020 during the pandemic. Kim, the lead singer and bandleader, chose the most talented musicians in Florida to complete the team. They have become the most sought-after dance, soul and R&B band in Florida. Kim has toured & traveled around the world with many artists such as Wilson Pickett, BB King, AL Green, and many more.

Kluv & The United Funk Foundation play private events throughout the state, as well as at clubs and restaurants.

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.

Zack Pomerleau
Waterside Plaza
Saturday - 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Zack Pomerleau is a Maine born multi-instrumentalist blues musician based in Bradenton, Florida. He is currently the full-time drummer and harmonica player for award-winning band Doug Deming and the Jewel Tones. As of 2023, he has toured internationally with the band, been nominated with the band for Blues Blast Band of the Year (2019), and has appeared on the band's latest album "Groovin' at Groove Now" on the Endless Blues label featuring Terry Hanck, Sax Gordon, and Bill Heid.

Outside of his band work, he plays solo around the Tampa Bay area. His solo act consists of playing electric guitar, harmonica, vocals, and foot percussion while playing classic blues and originals. 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.

Hymn for Her
Cottonmouth
Saturday - 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Hymn for Her have been busy touring across the country and abroad over the past few years, injecting juiced-up backwoods country blues with a dose of desert rock psychedelia that has been described as “Hell’s Angels meets the Amish,” and “Hillbillies with electronics opening Pandora’s Box”

For their 3rd release, “Hymn for Her Presents . . . Lucy and Wayne’s Smokin Flames”, the twosome kicked it into high gear. They traveled to Ghetto Recorders/Detroit to work with Jim Diamond. They recorded live & mixed 12 original songs in just one week.

The duo certainly covers a lot of musical territory in Smokin Flames. Their wild-eyed mash-up of country, blues and punk led U.K. music critic Steve Bennett to call H4H’s sound “a riotous, rocking roadkill stew,” while others have referenced such diverse bands as Captain Beefheart, Primus, X, R.L. Burnside, JS Blues Explosion and the Ramones.

Impressively, the two create their “ripsaw sounds” (Los Angeles Times’ Randy Lewis) with only a few instruments. Wayne (with the devilish voice), mainly playing the kick-drum, high-hat, acoustic guitar and harp, serves as the group’s rhythmic driving force. Lucy (of the fallen-angel voice) delivers a gritty squall on her “Lowebow” — a custom-made cigar-box guitar: “The Riff Monster.”

Their daughter would often take part on piano and vocals, which led to her joining the band. In 2022, the trio played 60 dates in Europe during the summer. The family band will be touring the US in 2023. No cover.

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.

Mojo Filter
Island Time Bar & Grill
Saturday - 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Mojo Filter - Central Florida's premier cover band for your favorite rock songs from the 70's - Today.

Mike Williams - Vocals, Guitar

Dustin Porter - Drums, Backup Vocals

Eric Dahlman - Guitar, Backup Vocals

Cory Dahlman - Bass Guitar, Manager, Marketing

About the venue:

Island Time Bar and Grill is located on Anna Maria Island’s Bridge Street. Situated on the ground floor beneath the Bridge Street Bistro, Island Time Bar & Grill offers an open "no-walls" tropical indoor/outdoor beachside bar setting with welcoming gulf breezes. Their varied menu serves from their upstairs restaurant, Bridge Street Bistro, featuring fresh ingredients, surf-to-turf, and made-from-scratch recipes by chef Jimmy Lopatinski. Full bar, beachy cocktails, specialty, and classic margaritas, and cold beer!

Otto Duniel
Fogartyville
Saturday - 8:00 p.m.

OTTO DUNIEL Lead Singer Otto, better known as "The Golden Voice" of Cuban Son, is a talented and renowned singer from Ciego de Avila, one of the 14 provinces of Cuba. Starting as a professional singer in 1999 he has had the honor of performing with very renowned artists in Cuba and around the world recording with artists such as, Paquito D' Rivera, Renesito Avich with Gilberto Santa Rosa, Tito d' Gracia, Naoka Jam as well as many others. Accompanying artists such as Jose Alberto el canario Cano Estremera Hector Tricoche. Currently with Los Soneros de Tampa Various singles with the Paris all stars such as " Porque la envidia Hacerte mía "

Otto Duniel y Su Son Sabroso | Saturday, April 19, 8 p.m. | Doors open at 7 p.m.

Tickets: $22 members; $26 not-yet-members; $13 students (13+)

For tickets, click here.

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.

Soul Purpose IV
Freckled Fin Irish Pub
Saturday - 8:00 p.m.- 11:00 p.m.

Soul Purpose IV is a roots, rock and reggae five-piece band from Sarasota Florida. Influenced by the dichotomy of living in paradise and going through hell, their "soul purpose" cannot be satisfied through one genre. Bob Marley, Sublime, Larry Norman, Gospel Music, The Who, Metallica, even Bluegrass music come into play.

No cover. 

About the venue:

The Freckled Fin is an Irish pub environment with a Full Service Bar, Fresh Fantastic Food, Fun Atmosphere and Friendly People! The Cheers of Anna Maria Island. Outdoor Seating available.

Barbara Jordan Jazz Quartet
Scarpino's Family Restaurant
Sunday - 6:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m.

Barbara Jordan is a talented, versatile vocalist who sings in many musical genres. She has performed in Canada, the U.S. and internationally with leading jazz, pop and country/western bands.

Barbara was born in Montreal and began her musical career as a folk singer and then moved on to become a dynamic, multi-lingual vocalist with several leading disco, pop and country/western bands in and around the Montreal area.

In the Sarasota, and St. Petersburg area, Barbara has appeared with The Al Hixon Band, The Swingtide Combo, The Gulf Coast Dixieland Band, Billy Marcus and Don Mopsick.

Internationally, Barbara has appeared with Vince Giordano and the Nighthawks at Sofia’s Restaurant in New York City , the Palm Court Cafe in New Orleans, and also with Les Rois du Foxtrot at Le Petit Journal in Paris France. Barbara also sang at the Whitley Bay Jazz Festival in Newcastle England in 2010 as well as The Glacier Jazz Stampede in Kalispell Montana – October 2013 and recently as a guest vocalist with Jon Seiger and the AllStars at the Alexandria Bay Jazz Festival in Alexandria New York. No cover.

About the venue:

With over 30 plus years in the Restaurant Industry, Frank and Rocco bring to you the quality and comfort of old school family Italian food, with family recipes as old as Italy itself. Scarpino's use only the fresh ingredents. We look forward to seeing you soon, as the Scarpino's like to say "Have a nice Day!"

The Scarpino's Family Crest is deposited in the museum in Florence Italy, which dates back to 1500, A.D.

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