ANNA MARIA – Journey’s Steve Augeri came to The Center of Anna Maria Island on June 17 and the crowd went wild for his classic rock hits.
As a part of the Bradenton Gulf Islands Concert Series, former Journey lead vocalist Augeri led his band in a rendition of all of the classic rock band’s hits, from “Separate Ways” to “Lights,” “Wheel in the Sky,” “Faithfully” and “Don’t Stop Believing.” The crowd cheered, danced, and even got on their feet to sing along in front of the stage during “Any Way You Want It.”
The concert, Augeri’s first in 15 months due to COVID-19 closures and live music cancelations, was one of the most engaging performances of this year’s concert series.
Local musician Sara Nelms took the stage before Augeri, warming up the crowd with her beautiful voice while playing acoustic guitar.
Next in the concert series is the final show of the season, The Grass Roots, performing July 2 at The Center, 407 Magnolia Ave. All shows are held outside on The Center’s field rain or shine and attendees are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs for the event. Tickets are available online.
The Bradenton Gulf Islands Concert Series is brought to The Center by the Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau along with presenting sponsor The Sandbar Restaurant.
Steve Augeri played all of the hits from “Wheel in the Sky” to “Don’t Stop Believing” June 17 on the field at The Center of Anna Maria Island. - Kristin Swain | Sun
Local musician Sara Nelms warms up the crowd before Steve Augeri and his band take the stage. - Kristin Swain | Sun
Steve Augeri and his band get the crowd going with a rendition of the Journey classic “Separate Ways.” - Kristin Swain | Sun
Audience members are on their feet and dancing up by the front of the stage during “Any Way You Want It.” - Kristin Swain | Sun
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