Sam’s Swing Band
Sam’s Swing Band plays music ranging from Glenn Miller and Benny Goodman of the 30’s & 40’s, to Count Basie and Henry Mancini of the 50’s & 60’s, and more current big band charts.
In mid-May LowellArts and Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce sent out a survey to gauge responses from its community on whether to move forward with this summer’s Lowell Showboat Sizzlin’ Summer Concerts. There were over 350 replies with comments. Lorain Smalligan, Executive Director of LowellArts, “We know that these concerts provide summer fun and times to gather with friends, celebrate our fantastic regional musicians and provide an opportunity to dance and engage with the performers.”
The Boards of Directors of both organizations have made the imperative decision to cancel the 2020 series because of COVID-19. The boards strongly trust the decision is a way of honoring health providers, vulnerable community members and visitors. “We are saddened, because this decision has not come easily; we have weighed both sides of the scenario through a thoughtful and heartfelt process. Our organizations have a responsibility to follow Executive Orders set forth and we owe it to everyone to keep our community whole.” said Liz Baker, Executive Director of the Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce.
Both organizations look forward to returning in 2021, twenty years since launching this series together in 2001. Musicians scheduled for 2020 have been placed at the top of the list for consideration for the 2021 lineup.
“Like musicians everywhere, Soul ACCESS is saddened by the recent inability to make music together. We were SO looking forward to bringing joy to the Lowell crowd this summer, but fully realize that it is far better to err on the side of safety during this pandemic. Hopefully, we will be back making music for our Lowell friends sooner rather than later.“
Roger MacNaughton, Soul ACCESS.
Musicians scheduled for 2020 have been placed at the top of the list for consideration for the 2021 lineup
The Soul Syndicate
The Soul Syndicate is Michigan’s can’t miss Soul/Funk-infused entertainment experience. They pay tribute to the most influential R&B artists of our time in vintage fashion.
Bronk Bros.
Michigan-based brother
duo, The Bronk Bros. are modern day honky-tonkers. They’re known for impressive vocals, rocking guitar and harmonica, and their crowd-engaging energy. Paradise Outlaw
Loved by fans of Country, Rock, Blues, and Folk, Paradise Outlaw is an Americana band from Grand Rapids with a good-time sound that’s both refreshing yet familiar.
Lighten Up Francis
Lighten Up Francis is a West Michigan band that will keep you on your feet, playing the songs you love and digging deep to cover many you won’t hear from others.
Midnight Madcat Blues Journey
Madcat Midnight Blues Journey is a Michigan-based band that brings seasoned stage presence and improvisational exuberance to standard and obscure Blues tunes, Folk and Jazz melodies, and original music.
Melophobix
With well-crafted performances, original compositions, dynamic and high-energy tunes, and an exciting stage presence, Melophobix is guaranteed to win over audiences of all ages and backgrounds.
Escaping Pavement
Hailed as “The most dynamic Americana group out of Detroit, Michigan” Escaping Pavement masterfully blends and blurs the lines of Bluegrass, Folk, and Americana.
Nicholas James and the Bandwagon
Grand Rapids-based Nicholas James and the Bandwagon has created their own brand of music they refer to as Hippie Tonk. It falls somewhere between Folk and Country with a solid dose of Rock and the occasional Reggae, Cajun, or World Beat mixed in.
Soul Access
Soul ACCESS is a West Michigan band made up of seven veteran professional musicians who are adept at Jazz and Blues, as well as classic Pop and Soul standards. Every note they play and sing rings true to the musical genres they know and love.
Gunner and the Grizzly Boys
As American as apple pie, Gunnar & The Grizzly Boys make country music by nature, not by design. Their songs travel straight from the northern pines and fruit orchards of Michigan to your radio speakers and local honky-tonks.
- Applications for Performers at the 2021 Lowell Showboat Sizzlin’ Summer Concerts are being accepted through January 1, 2021
- If you are interested in performing send a link to a website that includes the groups bio, video and contact information to the following email info@lowellartsmi.org.
- Concert applications area reviewed by a selection committee representing LowellArts and Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce.