BFA Art Show!

Here's another Drifter Recap of a great live music event!

Tonight, at FAU's Boca Raton Campus, the Ritter Art Gallery held their Bachelor's in Fine Arts Exhibit for graduation. This was on opportunity to see some great local talent. Andy Uihlein, bass player of Seasons Lost was in attendance, with 7 string bass in hand!! Chris Johnston was another FAU student in on the jam. His art was on display as well!! I participated in the jamming as well, rockin it on guitar and dulcimer.
You will have som more opportunities to see me play:

May 8th, Samash Music Orlando
May 22nd, Brus Room Coconut Creek

Also, anyone in attendance tonight would tell you that Andy Uihlein is something special to see on bass. And his band Seasons Lost, will be performing at Culture Room on April 30th, opening for Deadstar Assembly.

Check back for future posts, about even more of my Brus Room dates. I work for them, so they love having me play all their locations!!

Drifter's get traveling!

Hey readers, I would first off like to apologize for my absence the past week. I'm sure many if not all of you know that over-load can come easy when you work full time and go to school full time. Ouch right? All the more reason why I need to be here in all my craziness to help you, and me :-) out so we can all enjoy some pre-summer fun. Danny blogged about ZZTop last week, ZZTop in South Florida? When, Where, WHAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Since it just screams awesome pre-summer adventure, here is the down low...

First Florida Show is in West Palm Beach, right around the corner to some! They are playing at SunFest, April 29th at 8pm
Tickets on TicketMaster range from 49.50 to 89.50. However you can also go through Sunfest website, the total is the same or cheaper. You need an admissions pass, at least a one day for $30, if you want to see more bands you can purchase a 2 or 5 day pass that cost $46 and $60 respectively. This price is only valid until 4/25, then it increases. Then the tickets for ZZtop on Sunfest's site start at $20 bucks. Great deal!!! ZZTop is playing at the Bank Atlantic Stage at SunFest. There will be plenty to do, Captain Morgan is even having floating oasis's, sounds relaxing. You can also purchase your parking pass is advance, they range from $10 for a one day pass to $80 dollars for a 5day pass. There are so many options, it will fit every budget. If you guys have more questions just hit me up! So put on a pair of those "Cheap Sunglasses", you "Sharp Dressed Man", and buy the tickets! It will be rad!

Sunfest Location:
Flagler Drive in West Palm Beach, between Banyan Blvd. and Lakeview Dr.
Best exit off of the Turnpike or I-95 is Okeechobee Blvd.

New Alter Bridge album coming up!

Hello there rockers!

I just read that Alter Bridge has finished recording their third album, it is described as dynamic and the goal is to top their Blackbird album. I’ve had the pleasure to see Alter Bridge live one time and would say that they are a pretty good live-band. Their lead guitarist, Mark Tremonti, is quite the entertainer with difficult solos and interesting moves!

I thought about something the other day, actually my friend brought it up, I hope everyone agrees with me when I say that the death of Kurt Cobain is nothing else but sad and a waste of pure talent. However, if you have to try and see something positive about it what would that be? What had happened with Dave Grohl if the terrible incident wouldn’t have occurred!?

Grohl have contributed to a number of bands success throughout the years and is according to me a huge influence to rock music. Im just saying, no Foo fighters, no Them crooked vultures…well no one knows.

Anyway, looking forward to AB´s new album and gonna listen to a Nirvana classic now, Lithium, got all nostalgic. If you don’t have it already, Nirvana – unplugged in New York, buy it, its a classic.

A summer full of concerts!!

This summer is slowly filling up with concerts. Drifter music is here to tell you whats best.

ZZtop is playing at the King Center in Melbourne on April 30th, as well as a Jacksonville spot, AND......SUNFEST!!!

Robert Plant will be at Bayfront Park Amphitheatre on July 31st. Now this one, once in a life time. The Bayfront Amphitheatre has the Miami skyline, the ocean, and a rock band all in your eyesight at once!! There won't be many more chances to see Robert Plant, and especially in a setting like this.

Rush, Kansas, and Yes are 3 more bands you can expect to see this summer. All three of these acts changed the world of rock n' roll. They were so progressive for their time, and to this day are known as some of the greatest prog bands.

Drifter music says "see them all! you only live once!"

Verizon BamaJam June 3-5,2010

That's right another music and arts festival. This one has country music flare with some great headliner bands. I know this event is not a rock festival event, but the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley got his music roots from country, gospel and blues.

Country music is derived from country soul and many songs are of a story telling nature. A lot about lost love and hard drinking. As of late more of the newer artists are taking on a pop-rock nature. Some country artists have theme parks named after them, Dollywood.

This festival has intertwined in it Bluegrass and Alternative music along with serious country music. Some artists to enjoy are; Kenny Chesney, Hank Williams Jr., Jake Owen, Greg Allman, Randy Houser, Gretchen Wilson, Buddy Guy, Marty Stuart and more.

BamaJam is a 3 day-3 night outdoor festival. It is located on the corner of HWY 167 and County Road 156 on 600 acres of beautiful Alabama land, near Dothan Alabama.

There are camping accommodations on site. You can RV,tent, or tailgate. Hotel rooms are available in nearby Dothan, Enterprise, Troy and Ozark, Alabama.

General parking is $ 10 per day. Lawn chairs are allowed as well as carry ins. Handicap facilities are provided, along with a designated seating area. Pets are not allowed at this event.

Bama Jam 2010 has the makings of good times with The Miss BamaJam 2010 competition and The Bama Slam Saloon.

Tickets are $ 130 for this three day event. Go to www.bamajammusicfestival.com for more info.

Country is catchy. Keep on kicking.

Year of the Black Rainbow

Drifter music has gotten our hands on the new Coheed and Cambria album just a little early. Its release date is still 2 weeks away, but we have the scoop for you. The album definately takes a new direction for the band, including some synthy sounds not used before. They have a slight electronic element to them now. The new song "Far" is very catchy and reminds me of an older song "Feathers". "Pearl of the stars" is a great ballad on the album. Their new drummer seems to be molding quite well too! They end the album they way they know best, with an "end complete" remeniscent song, "the black rainbow". When you hear it, you know Coheed has not lost their edge. So be excited!

Bonnaroo is Comming Soon in June

Just a reminder. If you guys missed out on acting quick for the Bon Jovi Circle Tour, jump on this. Bonnaroo is going to be a Summer blast. Scheduled for June 10-13 in Manchester, Tennessee. Tickets will probably go fast. This is a large scale event with lots to entertain you.

Her are a few headliners. One of my favorites is John Fogerty formally of Credence Clearwater Revival. John fronted this band starting in the late 60's. He has lots of talent. Ever here the song Proud Mary. Yeah that's John. Okay here comes some of the list; Kings of Leon, Jay Z, Jeff Beck, Weezer, The Black Keys, Daryl Hall & Chromeo, Jimmy Cliff and so many more.

Remember,this event is a family affair with lot's of ways to lodge. Camping is always fun. The organizers have had lot's of experience with past Bonnaroo's so don't worry about logistics.

You can still get tickets.The trail to getting there starts with going to the official web site www.bonnaroo.com.

Let me know if you have any good experiential info about this event. We can pass it on. Sail on into beautiful days.

I'm with Coco all the way to Bonnaroo

Hey readers! Happy Thursday evening, hang tight you guys are almost there. I know it might be hard to believe but the weekend isn't the only thing to look forward to. Conan O'Brian is performing at Bonnaroo. How crazy is that.There are some great bands and performances at Bonnaroo. Pack your bags guys this will be a great adventure. Keep in mind that the tickets are $234 for the weekends festivities, but it is well worth it. Make sure you get them early it will save you about 20 bucks. Head over to Bonnaroo's website to find out more info about pricing and lodging on the site, they do allow RV's. We'll keep you guys posted with more info...stay tuned.

Band of Horses, NBA-Ambassadors?

Hey dear music fans!

Something special going on today? Rhetorical question, Arctic monkeys are playing today in Miami Beach. Hope some of you out there have taken the advice and bought tickets. I found another have-to-go-to-concert today, wouldn’t say its one of my favorite bands but I wouldn’t miss it. Band of Horses, emerged during 2004 and has since been pretty successful (they have at least performed at the Late show with David Letterman). For those who haven’t heard of them before, I would describe them as a midtempo rock band with “special” vocals. If you take Keane (British piano-rock band) and add a bit of sadness and take away some pop at the same time you have Band of Horses. That could be the worst description ever, look them up instead of listening to a semi-tired exchange student high on Pepsi.

Band of Horses starts playing in the Florida region in the end of April, I think their first concert in Florida is at the University of Florida April 27^th. For more information about their concerts, go to: http://tour.bandofhorses.com. I really like the band but there is one question that has been remained unsolved about the band and kept me wondering for a while. Maybe you can help me? There is one song called “Detlef Schrempf”, nothing wrong about the song but what’s up with the title!? For those who don’t know, Detlef Schrempf is a German basketball player, playing in the NBA during the 80´s and 90´s. If you have some info, please help me out!

Ps. Nice pic huh? Nina told me how to make this possible.