Sea Level Music & Arts Festival

03/17/2023

Meet the band! Tony Baltimore & the Wilde Awake!

Years before building his genre-bending “alternative roots rock” sound in the beachside bars and clubs of Key West, Tony Baltimore grew up in urban Maryland, raised by working class parents who taught their son the value of hard work and long hours.


"I come from a family of Italian immigrants, Says the singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who regularly plays upwards of five gigs a week. Their work ethic was part of my upbringing. That work ethic carried him through graduate school, where he earned his MFA in poetry.

Coming to Key West in 2010, for what he planned as a year’s trial run, has brought creative and popular success. His third album, “Let’s All Go Insane,” was released by his new label, Conch Town Records. A fourth album is in the works.

Tony Baltimore was awarded the Iggie for 2022 Songwriter of the Year at the Key West Music Awards and “Let’s All Go Insane” reached number one in Florida. He was the Grand Marshall of the 2022 Fantasy Fest Parade. His second album with CTR will be released later this year.

The Wilde Awake includes Henry Lysy, Jr., Randy Stindt, Vincent Bergamo, and Tony Baltimore.

03/17/2023

The Bahama Village Music Program!

Provides free musical education and instruction to local children.

The program also creates a framework for the children to be part of a community, develop mentorship relationships, and improve themselves.

They have a tent at the festival to raise money, so if you enjoy their performance, please consider donating to keep this wonderful program going.

03/17/2023

Meet your EMCEE for the festival!

Emcee of The Sea Level Music and Art Festival, Bill Hoebee broadcasts on Wail 99.5/Sun 1031/iheart radio. Listen to Hoebee in the Afternoon for updates.
Hoebee is Key West’s most popular host.

03/16/2023

Meet the artists who’ve created the Sea Level Art Bazaar!

The artist village was curated by Kristen Norman and Jack MacDonald at 416 Productions.

This space brings together a group of local artists with different styles and perspectives, so it’s a great place to buy a one-of-a-kind keepsake or a gift!

03/16/2023

Meet our magical DJ who will be keeping you going in between sets!

DJ Sanaris is Key West’s Best DJ according to multiple BUBBA Awards.Through his Fantasy Fest King Campaign and the weekly vi****or races, he has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for local Key West charities.

He is so much fun to listen to and to watch when he is onstage. His infectious energy will keep everyone entertained between sets at the Sea Level Festival.

03/16/2023

Meet the band!

Gary Hempsey & the Hemptones

Gary Hempsey’s latest record, “Don’t Forget Where You Come From,” is a product of a collaboration with Ian Shaw. “I must have 50 songs I’ve written that I’ve never really done anything with. Two years ago I decided I wanted to try to do something real with those songs so I put together a little demo of them and brought it to Ian Shaw.“

Joining Conch Town Records is the latest big step in Gary Hempsey’s long career, and it feels good to him.
“I’ve made a living as a solo musician for a long time .
Solo, alone to and from the show.
Now no matter if it’s a solo gig or a full band gig I am not alone.
I have a band and Conch Town Records, an entire musical family with me everywhere every day and that is a feeling I’m not used to . I’m so appreciative of the acceptance.”

Hempsey just released his first single,” G***a Gnomes,” from his upcoming album on CTR. Look for the super fun video.

He is hosting That Hippie Band on 4/20 at The Key West Theater.

The Hemptones include Matt Backer, Randall Harrison, Geoffrey Lowe, Randy Morrow, Vincent Bergamo, and Gary Hempsey.

03/15/2023

Meet the band!

Turner Harrison, Hiram Garzaro,and Mark King are Astro-Yeti. Harrison says he really enjoys having three front men in Astro-Yeti. With King on bass, Garzaro on drums and Harrison on lead guitar, the three can alternate singing lead.

The band’s first video and song, “The Long Road,” aired in August 2022. The song was written by King, who . won an Iggie, a Key West Music Award, for the best single of the year.

All three members of AstroYeti are songwriters. Their album was released in October of 2022.

03/15/2023

Meet the artist!

Taylor Tarn will be performing aerial arts at the Sea Level Festival along with Kendra Hoskin.

She recently had an outstanding performance at the Tennessee Williams Theatre with her show – The Goddesses.

Her performances are mesmerizing, so we are glad that she is able to perform at Sea Level.

03/14/2023

Meet the Band!

The Andy Westcott Band. Recently back from a trip to the legendary "Skywalker Sound Studio" has just finished recording their debut album "The Power of Seven", to be released in spring 2023. This 4-piece unit has been crafting songs in Key West for the better part of 6 years together, while also sharing the stage with numerous other local bands and solo artists. This band's original blend of funky, driving blues/rock tunes is contributed to the musically diverse background of each musician. Come join "The Andy Westcott Band" at the Sea Level Festival on Saturday to hear what they've been up to!

03/13/2023

Meet the artist!

Marjory Lee is a South Carolina bred independent artist-songwriter. Her versatility combines the Southern roots and charm of South Carolina, the musicality of Nashville, and fun-loving “Key Weirdness” of Key West.

A BMI writer, the Nashville veteran has participated in numerous songwriting events and festivals including the Key West Songwriters Festival, Tin Pan South, and Frank Brown Songwriters Festival. Marjory Lee had five cuts on LifeTime’s movie “Status: Unknown” Following up her last EP “Bottled Lightning,” produced by Alabama’s Teddy Gentry and Charles English, Marjory Lee has been back in the studio in Key West with UK producer Ian Shaw of Warmfuzz Studios. Her most recently released singles are a Christmas satire titled "Karen Less, Carol More" and an homage to one of her greatest musical inspirations entitled "Sheryl Crow."

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03/13/2023

Meet the band!

The headliners are Jimmie's Chicken Shack Celebrating their 30th anniversary this year, the band tours nationally and internationally. Playing their own unique sound they call “Mutrock,” a blend of rock, funk, metal, with elements of ska and reggae, they signed to Elton John’s Rocket Records. Their single, “High,” reached number 10 on the Billboard Active Rock Chart.

Jimmie’s Chicken Shack includes founding member Jimi Haha on vocals and guitar, Jerome Maffeo on drums, Christian Vallente on bass, Island Styles on guitar, and past member guitarist Matt Jones, who has re-joined the band on guitar to make them a 5-piece.

Their new record, “Seconds,” is out now.

03/13/2023

Happening this week! Saturday March 18th at the Coffee Butler Amphitheater in Key West, FL.
Tickets available here ——> https://www.axs.com/events/461755/1st-annual-sea-level-music-arts-festival-tickets

03/07/2023

We’re about 10 days away from the Sea Level Arts & Music Festival. 3/18/23 is the day! We’ve got a slew of great bands & acts so go get your tickets!

Link ——>>>> https://www.axs.com/events/461755/1st-annual-sea-level-music-arts-festival-tickets

02/17/2023

The Sea Level Arts & Music Festival this March, 18, 2023 at the Coffee Butler Amphitheater in Key West, FL! Performances by Jimmie’s Chicken Shack, Tony Baltimore & the Wilde Awake, AstroYeti, Gary Hempsey & the Hemptones, the Andy Westcott Band, Marjory Lee & the Mispellings and the Bahama Village Music Program. With special guest DJ Sanaris! Hosted by Florida Keys radio legend Bill Hoebee.
Aerial art performances by Taylor Made Movement & an artist village created by 416 Productions. ALL AGES!
Tickets available at https://www.axs.com/events/461755/1st-annual-sea-level-music-arts-festival-tickets
$49.50 per ticket! Half off for 17 & under. Kids 12 & under enter free.

Coming March 18th, Conch Town Records proudly presents the Sea Level Music & Arts Festival live at the Coffee Butler Amphitheater featuring national performing and recording artists Jimmie's Chicken Shack, The Andy Westcott Band, Marjory Lee, and Conch Town Records' very own artists Tony Baltimore &...

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