Traditional Blues Artist, Reverend Raven, Performs at River Rhythms
The free concert series takes place from 6:30 - 9 p.m. every Wednesday through August 29th (except July 4th).
MILWAUKEE – River Rhythms, downtown Milwaukee’s destination for music on Wednesday evenings, welcomes Reverend Raven & the Chain Smoking Altar Boys to the stage on Wednesday, June 20th. The free concert series takes place from 6:30 – 9 p.m. every Wednesday through August 29th (except July 4th) in Pere Marquette Park on Old World Third Street between State and Kilbourn.
Reverend Raven & the Chain Smoking Altar Boys, winner of multiple Wisconsin Area Music Industry (WAMI) awards, specializes in traditional blues that features smooth guitar and hot harmonica. Reverend Raven’s love of blues goes back to 1971 when he first saw Freddy King perform live. Since then, he has opened for many legendary blues artists including B.B. King. Concert goers can expect a performance filled with nothing but passion and skill from Reverend Raven.
Miller products, Malibu & Absolut cocktails, wine and soda will be available at the Westown beverage tent with all proceeds going to benefit the free event. Patrons can also enjoy food options from local food trucks and restaurants.
New this year: concert attendees will now have more parking options available to them. Parking will be provided by Interstate Parking at 751 North Plankinton Avenue and 601 West State Street for $3.00 with code 0004.
Next week, River Rhythms welcomes Chicken Wire Empire to the stage! Find the rest of the 2018 River Rhythms line-up at: https://www.westown.org/neighborhood-events/river-rhythms-2/
NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.
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