Fort Myers Music Walk - November 2011

Attendance appeared a little light for last night's Music Walk in the downtown Fort Myers River District. This event serves as excellent opportunity to showcase a wide variety of talented musicians, who may otherwise find little exposure in a very competitive industry.

My companions and I began our journey at the Red Rock Saloon, dining on their delicious but overpriced burgers washed back with a couple of cold brews, while witnessing the first set of the very original swamp music band, "The Gladezmen". I gazed in astonishment as band leader "Gator Nate" played guitar with his hands and drums with his feet while singing and soloing with a harmonica strapped to his neck. This amazing man served the place of four separate musicians. I enjoyed speaking with him briefly prior to playing as he proudly showed off his new tattoo inked in earlier that afternoon.
After paying our tab, we strolled leisurely down Main, First, Second, and Hendry Streets observing the varied musical styles and levels of skill and ability.

We enjoyed some delicious pastries from Lush Bakery, and after walking in the unusual November sweltering heat, found air conditioning and some unique drinks at the French Connection Restaurant.

After cooling down a bit, we teamed with more friends to continue experiencing the musical cornucopia. Many were impressed by the skillful, heartfelt blues guitar playing of Mike Imbasciani.
Our sore feet finally persuaded us to stop by the Indigo Room for a couple of tacos before seeking our car in the Harborside parking lot and heading home to rest.

Enjoy this video collage of a few of the night's events