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.
The Shaelyn Band
Birdrock Taco Shack
Friday - 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
The Shaelyn Band is a Florida based band capable of shifting from classic soul blues and funk to rock. They are fronted by Shaelyn (aka Shae) Mulberry, a singer and poet who can wail like Joyce Kennedy, charm like Aretha Franklin, and soliloquize like Erykah Badu. With their highly energized live show, The Shaelyn Band is poised to take on the music industry.
The band formed in 2020, after drummer and music director, Tim Mulberry met lead guitar player Erik Guess in Jacksonville, Florida. The lineup quickly began to take shape by adding bass player, Curtis Harris and background vocalist, Mark Barner.
On September 9th, 2022, The Shaelyn Band released their self titled album “The Shaelyn Band”. The album delivers an array of emotions with its various songs of experience like, “Good Time”, “Always You”, “Stay Home Love” and “Just Can’t Leave” to name a few. Listeners are able to dance their cares away, reclaim their lives and destiny, as well as receive encouragement and take a moment to simply reflect on the joys of love and life.
Now with the new release of their second album, Juke Joint, The Shaelyn Band is continuing to move and groove the hearts of the music lovers with detailed lyrics, dynamic intros and smooth harmonies. The rising band is making their name grand in the blues industry and look to continue to grace large stages across the US and soon, Internationally.
On October 18th, 2023, The Shaelyn Band released their second album titled “Juke Joint!” The new album really takes you back to the good ole' juke joint days of backwoods energy. Songs like "Fake Love", "Saturday" and "Blues Storm" really bring the grooving vibes of the South to the world through passionate growls and raspy vocals, as well as synchronized harmonies.
Cover $15
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.
TL Jentgens
Woody's River Roo
Friday - 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Musician, TL Jentgens, is returning to Joyland. Hailing from the Graceland of Akron, Ohio with a thorough background in voice, music theory, and acoustic/electronic music production, TL is steamrolling his performance to the forefront of the stage.
The primary result of his explosive LIVE performance meshed with the electronic world of dance music is the epitome of energy incarnate. His epic stage antics lead him to standing atop his drum kit, mesmerizing thousands of awe struck fans, elevating them to his level of intensity and inciting them to gyrate with the power of a thousand suns. That power is his music.
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.
The Divebombers
The Linger Lodge
Saturday - 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
The Divebombers are made up of musician George Worthmore on electric guitar, Nat Langston on acoustic guitar, and Chad Clifford playing acoustic bass. The band performs music from the likes of George Jones, Johnny Cash, Glen Campbell, Jerry Reed, Merle Travis, Chet Atkins, Non-Fat Elvis, and more.
Electric guitarist Worthmore is a New York Blues Hall of Fame and Suncoast Blues Challenge winner and 2017 International Blues Challenge semifinalist. The Divebombers are ""Toe tappin' knee slappin' foot-stompin' good ol' American music.""
No Cover.
About the venue:
The Linger Lodge is an RV Park and restaurant in Bradenton, on the Northern bank of the Braden River. The park dates back to 1945, starting as a 100-acre fishing and canoeing campground.
Ever since then, the Linger Lodge has drawn visitors from all over with its Old Florida charm and cozy riverside atmosphere.
Nestled between a thick jungle, close to many different activities, and home to a ton of new amenities, the Linger Lodge is the perfect getaway spot. More than just a place to park your RV, Linger Lodge offers a vibrant community atmosphere, breathtaking natural beauty, and brand-new amenities designed for your ultimate enjoyment. Whether it’s for a longer stay or just a few days — you’re always welcome at the Linger Lodge.
Bri Rivera
The Freckled Fin Irish Pub
Saturday - 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Bri Rivera is a performing musician and vocalist in Sarasota Florida. With her unique sound and renditions of your favorite covers she will mesmerize you and bring live music to another level. Don't let them tell you about it, come and experience it.
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.
Victor Furtado
Fogartyville
Saturday - 8:00 p.m.
Victor Furtado is a 24-year-old clawhammer banjo player whose innovative playing style and unique sound has earned him many accolades including the prestigious Steve Martin prize for excellence in banjo and bluegrass.
Born in Virginia and spending his childhood summers at fiddlers conventions alongside his 8 older siblings, Victor grew up in a musically rich environment. Victor took to learning clawhammer banjo at age 9.
With an untamable addiction to the banjo, a wide array of musical influences and being mainly self taught, he was quickly rising on scene as a skilled and exciting banjo player.
Victor has appeared on the Grand Ole Opry, Woodsongs Old-time Radio Hour, and performed alongside the likes of Nate Leath, Billy Strings, Mark Schatz, Noam Pikelny, and Jake Eddy to name a few. He has released 3 of his own albums and most recently released an instrumental album with Jake Eddy.
You can catch Victor performing, teaching, and sharing his unique style of playing all around the world, or in his hometown of Nashville.
Drinks and snacks will be available for purchase at The Fogartyville Bar.
Victor Furtado w/Carolina Schott | Saturday, May 18, 8 p.m. | Doors open at 7 p.m.
Tickets: $18 members; $22 not-yet-members; $11 students (13+)
For tickets: Click here
Cabal
Oscura
Sunday - 6:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.
Hailing from the cold north of Denmark, CABAL unleashed their dark force with Magno Interitus, the bands third studio album. Rooted in a wide array of musical influences ranging from black metal and hardcore, to death metal and modern deathcore, CABAL has cemented themselves as a band at the cutting edge of the extreme metal scene, ready to tear down all genre borders.
CABAL is now gearing up for the production of their fourth album, in which the cultists dive even deeper into their newfound, dark industrial sound that characterized elements of their previous album.
Also performing: Born A New; Float Omen; Gasfl; Death of a Diety; Spirtual Chaos
Cover $15 ADV; $20 DOS - 18+
*Under 18 Able to Attend with Parent or Guardian
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.
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