SARASOTA, Florida — As August closes and September begins, Sarasota and Manatee counties are buzzing with live music events. From Mexican regional stars to local rockers and festivals, here are the top five concerts happening this week in Sarasota, Bradenton, and Palmetto.
1. Chris Anderson Band at Big Top Live
Sarasota-raised guitarist Chris Anderson, best known as a former member of Southern rock band The Outlaws, returns for a hometown show. Anderson’s solo album Old Friend featured a title track co-written with Warren Haynes that was later recorded by the Allman Brothers Band.
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- When/Where: 7 p.m. Friday, Big Top Live, 975 Cattlemen Road, Sarasota
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