“Sunset Strip” is a blues-based rock band that plays a foot-tapping, dance to and sing along with mix of classic rock, blues, oldies, soul, contemporary, and original songs. Celebrating it’s 21st year, Sunset Strip is a special events band that plays weddings, private parties, community festivals, business functions and the occasional benefit, and is known for the fact that all band members also participate in the vocals.

Sunset Strip’s members are:

Sarah Brasslett, Bangor – Bass Guitar & Vocals

Jo Dauphinee, Brewer – Sax, Percussion & Vocals

Gil Lacroix, Bucksport – Drums, Harmonica & Vocals

Cal Luther, Bucksport – Guitar, Bass Guitar  & Vocals

Erika Stratton Richards, Stillwater – Keyboards & Vocals

Our sound-man, “Strate” Richardson

When asked the origin of the bands name, Gil replies, “If you are wondering if we got our name from the famed Sunset “Strip” Boulevard in Los Angeles, we’re not that glamorous. Actually, we took our name from the street in Brewer where we rehearsed in a member’s home for many years.”

Gil adds that, “We’re excited to play the Artsapalooza festival for the second year in a row. The band had a great time last year, and Orono Firehouse crew was wonderful to us. We expect many of our fans to come out again, and hopefully, many new fans will be there, not only to enjoy us, but everything else that the festival has to offer too!”

Come listen and dance to Sunset Strip at the Orono Fire Department 8:00 p.m.- 8:40 p.m!