The Downtown Summer Jam is returning to the Owensboro riverfront on Saturday. The ’77 Experience will headline the event, with special guest Southern Sirens as direct support. Food trucks will also be on site.
The Downtown Summer Jam is hosted by the City of Owensboro in collaboration with The Eric Group.
“For the third consecutive year, we are proud to bring an exciting live concert experience to downtown Owensboro,” said Heath Eric, CEO of The Eric Group. “The 3rd Annual Downtown Summer Jam will feature The ’77 Experience. These guys nail it to the wall with top-notch, bad-to-the-bone, honest-to-goodness killer Rock-and-Roll from 1977. They are exceptional musicians and vocalists, and the set list includes all the hits from that year, including some of the most demanding tunes. Concert attendees will not be disappointed, that is for certain.”
This event also serves as a special edition of Live on the Banks, a weekly concert series in downtown Owensboro. The concert will take place at McConnell Plaza, with music starting at 7 p.m.
While the event is free to attend and open to all ages for general admission seating, a limited number of VIP reserved tables for four are available to purchase for $100 ($25 per person). Reserved table tickets may be purchased here. VIP tickets include:
- 4 seats at a reserved table in a secure area near the stage
- Private VIP pit area
- Dedicated beverage service
- Meet & Greet with the band
- Commemorative lanyard
In addition to the food trucks, Hoppy Molly will offer beer, cocktails, and other beverages to attendees.
A release about the event says The ’77 Experience “flawlessly recreates the iconic hits from 1977. And while the audience sings every word, they will be dazzled by a spectacular nostalgia-infused video montage. … The show features six seasoned Nashville musicians who have blended their extraordinary career backgrounds with undeniable musicianship to create an unparalleled musical adventure. Join them as they pay homage to the vibrant and diverse musical landscape of 1977. The ’77 Experience is more than just a band; it’s a journey through time where music, laughter, and memories converge!”
Southern Sirens was formed in 2013 after Emmy Bodner and Kelsey Lee met through a mutual friend. Both musicians had been performing in the Louisville area since they were kids. Bodner (vocals and guitar) has performed as a soloist and part of several bands since middle school. Lee (cajon/percussion/background vocals) grew up performing with the world-famous Louisville Leopard Percussionist group. She teaches percussion to hundreds of children each year and conducts clinics worldwide. She also has online drum clinics.
The release says of the Southern Sirens: “Together, this duo puts its own twist on various musical genres.”
