If you missed the debut of the newly formed Michael Kach Group at The Irish Rover in Gulf Gate, Sarasota, last Tuesday night, the good news is that they're playing again this Tuesday, April 13, from 7 - 10PM. This is one group that's worth getting out to hear. Really.
What you missed last week was a concert-arena-quality concert delivered for tips-only in an intimate, smoke-free, family-friendly setting. Michael Kach's fingers fly across the keyboard faster than any I've seen, Frankie Lombardi's drumming is virtuosic, and Burt Englesman's artful bass playing keeps everyone on track. Soulful lead guitar breaks by Bain Beakley, alternating with fluid lead guitar riffs by Duane Betts were outstanding. Kach's vocals, with backup vocals by Lombardi, Beakley, and Engelsman, are a blend of Allman Brothers howl with a bit of John Fogerty thrown into the mix. Lots of lung-power filling the room with a driving, jam-band sort of passionate fun.
Engelsman has toured with the Allman Brothers; Kach, Lombardi, Beakley, and Betts have toured with Dickey Betts. Now they're here in little Sarasota, gifting us with their musical wizardry every Tuesday night at The Irish Rover for the next few weeks.
What did we do to deserve this? Well, what we can do to appreciate it is to show up--hey, bring a tableful of friends and family--and give these guys the audience they deserve. The Irish Rover is located on Gateway Avenue (behind the Sarasota Pavilion) in Gulf Gate, Sarasota. In addition to drinks, you can order dinner from the comfort-food menu.
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