Village Walk at EastLake will kick off its 10th anniversary of free musical performances on Sunday, June 17. The annual event occurs on six consecutive Sundays between 5 and 7 p.m.
Besides the music, it also includes a spectacular array of car clubs, creative craft activities for children ages 12 and under, free face painting and balloon sculptures and free food and product samples from Village Walk restaurants and businesses.
Navy Band Southwest’s premier musical group, the Destroyers, will headline the event on June 17. The members of the group keep a vigilant eye on current music trends while refining and polishing the classics that everyone has grown to love. The result is an exciting, high caliber performance with something for every audience member.
On June 24, Joe Rathburn’s Island, an annual favorite at Village Walk, will take the stage. Rathburn’s music is influenced by the singer/songwriters of the 1960s and ’70s yet he has a quality all his own. The musical style can be placed in the genre called positive music.
Rathburn’s tunes have purpose and carry with them more than just chord changes, grooves, and catchy melodies. They uplift the soul in an instantly tangible way, while remaining fun, interesting, and non-preachy.
Lady J & Soulful Knights will appear on July 1. This impassioned blues, jazz and soul band was influenced by soul legends such as Aretha Franklin and Gladys Knight along with jazz and blues greats like Billie Holiday and Etta James.
The fusion of these influences results in a dynamic sound that is powerful, earthy and rich. Whether playing fiery rockin’ blues, a scorching slow burner or a soul-stirring sanctified-drenched number, Lady J & Soulful Nights guarantee a thrilling and memorable experience, one that’s sure to inspire dance moves from the audience.
United Country is back for their second appearance at Village Walk and will perform on July 8.
This San Diego band has “united” favorite classics along with new country tunes and southern rock. Influenced by Luke Bryan, Garth Brooks, Johnny Cash, Creedence Clearwater Revival, the Eagles and a host of other country singers and bands, United Country will bring a high energy level of sound for all to enjoy.
On July 15, Graceland, featuring James King, takes the stage. This popular band offers the ultimate live Elvis experience. As San Diego’s most well known and loved Elvis Presley tribute band, fans will enjoy one of the finest Vegas-style tributes to “The King” in all of Southern California. Graceland will recreate the type of show that Elvis was known for from his debut at the Las Vegas International hotel in 1969 until his untimely death in 1977.
Steal Dawn will close out the six-week Summer Sundays event on July 22. This sensational rock & roll dance band has built a solid reputation by playing the greatest Top 40 music from the last 40 years. Their music style is diverse and includes songs from Aerosmith, ZZ Top, Bruno Mars, Usher, Def Leppard, Journey, Stevie Wonder and more.
For a complete list of musical performances, car club appearances and free craft activities for children ages 12 and under, visit Village Walk’s website at www.ShopVillageWalk.com.
