Unplugged Official Publication of the 11Th Annual Key Largo Original Musicfest May 16-19, 2019
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unplugged Official Publication of the 11th Annual Key Largo Original Musicfest May 16-19, 2019 - Waterfront Venues - Multiple Stages - Continuous Music - Over 30 Musicians and Bands - Grammy Winners & Hit Songwriters - Musicians from Nashville, North Carolina, Maryland, Texas, and Florida See Center Pages for Complete Schedule Key Largo Original Music Festival Promises our Best Line-Up Ever! More than 30 singer/songwriters kick off our Caribbean Club Festival Finale and 2019 Festival at Sundowners on the evening Beach BBQ with Mike’s 101 of Thursday, May 16. Starting at 6 pm, a full evening of music features returning Nashville The world-famous Caribbean Club hosts the Festival Finale and Beach BBQ Sunday, May singer/songwriters together with local favorites 19th, from, 2 to 10 pm. Throughout the day a for four plus hours of music in the round fol- traditional, ”Finger Lickin’ BBQ” plate with all lowed by a late night musicians jam session at the trimmings will be on offer from Mike’s BBQ Cactus Jack’s. 101 for just $15, together with other delicious Friday and Saturday we are joined by an extensive menu options. array of talent performing on multiple stages at Starting at 2 pm, 22+ singer/songwriters will Snook’s Bayside, MM100 and Sundowners, Senor perform on our Bayfront stage, providing an un- Frijoles and Cactus Jack’s all at MM104 bayside. paralleled and eclectic music experience. Some Nashville musicians are joined by an eclectic mix seating is provided, or bring your lawn chair but of talent and genres from across the United States come early for this awesome music event! And including North Carolina, Maryland, Texas, Florida don’t forget your dancing shoes! and of course the fabulous Florida Keys. Entry is FREE to all events. 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In 1990 he relocated to Key Largo Ferrara delivers a combina- with his wife of 43 years, and 21-year-old daughter. Billy tion of city boy swagger with writes and records his original music (think James Taylor, country boy soul. Typically Jackson Browne, Keb Mo) with his fellow co-writer, Steve backed by his seven-piece band, The Common Good, Webb. Over his 40+ year career he has released 7 records his music draws from an eclectic mix of influences with his former band mate, Paul Case, 4 with current – from Muscle Shoals to Motown, and every stop in partner, Steve Webb, and 4 solo records. He performs between – to bring a style that is as familiar as it is at various outdoor, oceanfront restaurants and he has new. Known for their high energy performances, Chris become a fan favorite in the Upper Keys and beyond. You Ferrara + The Common Good recently landed a spot on can find his music on iTunes, CDBaby, and other various Topgolf’s Who Will Rock You competition, judged by outlets. His entertainment schedule can be found on his Bobby Bones and Maggie Rose, where they were the website runners-up in the season one finale. Chris and his band have also been holding a Thursday night residency at www.billydavidson.com. Dierks Bentley’s Whiskey Row on Broadway since the start of 2018. www.iamchrisferrara.com Limit one discount per customer, excluding alcoholic beverages. 8 May not be combined with other offers or promotions. Present this coupon. MFEST 201 Key Largo Original Music Fest 2019 6 Dallas Remington Frankie Raye From sequins to camouflage, Frankie Raye is a singer/ Dallas Remington is a coun- songwriter based out of Tampa, try artist who knows who FL. Her new album, “Brave,” is she is and what she wants. just released in 2019. In 2016 Dallas is a Kentucky girl with she released her debut album, a passion for life, music, and her faith. Her energetic “A Thing or Two About a Dream.” Her music is a collection live performances reflect her hard work, showcasing of thoughtful and witty songs delivered through catchy both her songwriting and the ability to entertain and up-beat melodies, with hints of 1970s folk and 1990s her fans. Dallas plays an average of 100+ shows and acoustic-coffee-shop music. Her songs are infused with events a year, including solo and full band shows.