Troll Music

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628 East Venice Ave
Dedicated listening room with permanent stage, sound system and lighting.

Upcoming Shows

January 17
Julie Black, along with guitarist Dave Eichenberger, will take you on a journey that travels between jazz and the blues. Her captivating vocals and Dave's guitar will transcend you to another place
January 19
Tia Martini and Leon Elam create an original modern sound on two traditional instruments. Together the Pickin? Pear take the banjo and ukulele down the road of folk, rock, and bluegrass.
January 23
Lil Rev is an award-winning musician, author, and multi-instrumentalist from Wisconsin. He celebrate American roots music including Blues, Bluegrass, Country, Roots Rock on thr ukulele as well as on banjo, guitar, dulcimer, and harmonica.
January 24
Lil Rev is an award-winning musician, author, and multi-instrumentalist from Wisconsin. He celebrate American roots music including Blues, Bluegrass, Country, Roots Rock on thr ukulele as well as on banjo, guitar, dulcimer, and harmonica.
January 24
Lil Rev is a Wisconsin based award winning multi-instrumentalist who's shows celebrate American roots music including the blues, bluegrass, country and roots rock along with his own compositions.
January 30
Joe Lawhorne is a Venice based singer songwriter who after years of playing other people's music began writing his own. He now has an extensive catalog of original music in a variety of styles.
January 31
Saint Tone is an all original four piece band that will blow you away with their special brand of pop, rock and even some country.
February 1
FAME is the ultimate tribute to the sights and sounds of David Bowie! Come and enjoy a journey through the decades with this epic recreation.
February 8
Patchouli and Terra Guitarra is master guitarist Bruce Hecksel & singer-songwriter guitarist Julie Patchouli. Their music is a soulful fusion of blazing Spanish & world guitar instrumentals & spine tingling vocal harmonies with a onstage chemistry.
February 9
Tamas Nagy was born and raised in Hungary. Early on he discovered his passion towards music, as a young guitarist he had interest in a wide range of musical genres especially jazz.
February 14
One of the world?s foremost fingerstyle guitarists and harp-guitarists, engaging audiences with joy, humor, and a personal touch. First woman to win the National Fingerstyle Championship.
February 15
Trey Wanvig is a blues rock guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter from Sarasota, Florida. Trey leads a powerful band of locally based professional musicians and performs regularly in front of sold-out crowds at local venues.
February 21
Tin Can Tourist will take you on a magical mystery tour with a collection of music from early Beatles as well as top hits from their later years. You will also learn some fun and interesting facts about the Fab Four.
February 23
With over 17 combined Canadian Folk Music, East Coast Music, and Music Nova Scotia awards and nominations, the JUNO-Nominated powerhouse duo, Cassie and Maggie, emerge as an unstoppable force on the global folk stage.
February 27
Matthew is a singer-songwriter writing songs that draw from personal inspirations, incorporating elements of blues, rock, southern rock, and old school country in to his repertoire.
February 28
Ladies of Laurel Canyon honors the rich musical heritage of Crosby, Stills & Nash and Joni Mitchell. The show features a mix of introspective Joni Mitchell ballads and the lively, harmonious sounds of CSN.
March 1
Richard Smith is a British fingerstyle guitarist, renowned for his variety of styles and techniques, entertaining performances and engaging charisma. Smith's unique style blends country, jazz, classical and ragtime influences.
March 2
Get ready for a toe tappin', knee slappin', good ol' american music experience with this original trio, The Divebombers. George and the boys will dazzle you with great renditions of classic tunes from Chet Atkins, Jerry reed and many more!
March 6
Grammy considered Nashville recording artist and SW Florida native, John Salaway has shared the stage with countless legends and is currently in consideration for a Grammy award for "Best American Roots song."
March 7
The Book, recorded his first solo acoustic Blues album in the 70's, which was the first to receive 5 stars in DOWNBEAT magazine! In the late 80's 'The Book' had almost 30 appearances on NASHVILLE NOW's, Ralph Emory Show!
March 8
Todd Albright is a country blues, twelve string guitar player and vocalist based in Detroit, Michigan. Grounded in the pre-war era of the blues tradition (1880-1939), Todd is a mindful purveyor of blues history.
March 9
Dana Cooper is an American singer-songwriter from Missouri. His awards include the 2014 Heritage Musician award from the Pilgrim Center for the Arts in Kansas City, MO and Folk Alliance International's 2015 Spirit of Folk award.
March 14
O2H Oates Revenge is a brilliantly crafted tribute to one of pop music's greatest duos, Daryl Hall and John Oates. This incredible show features Cliff Randi and Billy Day backed by some of the most dynamic musicians around.
March 15
Collin Hill is a 24 year old fingerstyle guitarist based in Nashville TN. Vocalist Emmalee, from The Voice, has a wealth of experience in singing spanning her lifetime and over a decade dedicated to writing and recording.
March 20
Hiroya is a one-of-a-kind composer, guitarist and singer-songwriter from Kyoto, Japan. The Berklee College of Music graduate began playing the five-string banjo when he was thirteen, and took up the guitar shortly after.
March 27
Unmistakably Nordic in flavor, Sofia Talvik somehow still conforms to American interpretations of her own original music, a North Sea siren blending sparkle and melancholy. She has nine full length albums as well as numerous EPs, singles and tours.
March 28
RB Stone is a man who has lived the life that Americana, country, and blues songs are made of. With years under his belt as a railroad worker, cowboy, plumber, Hollywood actor, truck driver and jet pilot, RB has a genuine knack for grit and guts.
March 29
Gareth Pearson is referred to as ?The Welsh Tornado? due to his special talent that combines fingerstyle pyrotechnics, with explosive lead runs making Pearson one of the most exciting acoustic musicians gigging today.
April 25
Brigade is a Sarasota based group os seasoned pros that perform the timeless classics of the Hall of Fame artists Ann and Nancy Wilson better known as Heart.

Previous Shows

January 11
Memphis Rub performs a burning blend of blues and rock with an all-star lineup consisting of "Hurricane" Gary Drouin, Scott Matzke, Dan Ryan, and David Wells.
January 10
MDB returns to this great-sounding venue in Venice FL, Troll Music with Grace Morrison as part of their Tactical Mistakes Tour 2025.
January 4
Joe is the legendary former member of the Doc Watson Band Frosty Morn, as well as a 34 time Merlefest performer. His show has elements of bluegrass, folk and southern rock.
January 3
The Doors were founded in Venice, California in 1965. Sixty years later the Storm Riders bring their music and experience to the Troll Music stage in Venice, Florida.
December 13, 2024
Troll Music owner Billy Day and ivory tickler Nick Sperry return their popular Christmas show to the Troll stage.
December 12, 2024
Troll Music owner Billy Day and ivory tickler Nick Sperry return their popular Christmas show to the Troll stage.
December 7, 2024
RB is a man who has lived the life of his music. From Americana to country to the blues, his songs reflect his work as a cowboy, plumber, truck driver, jet pilot and a Hollywood actor.
December 6, 2024
Tin Can Tourist will take you on a magical mystery tour of the Beatles from their early hits to music from their later career.
December 5, 2024
Cliff Eberhardt is an American folk singer-songwriter. He is a founding member of the Fast Folk Music Cooperative in New York City. Louise Mosrie may well be the brightest young folk-oriented artist to emerge from Nashville in many a year.
December 5, 2024
Cliff Eberhardt is an American folk singer-songwriter. He is a founding member of the Fast Folk Music Cooperative in New York City. Louise Mosrie may well be the brightest young folk-oriented artist to emerge from Nashville in many a year.
November 23, 2024
Billy Day and Cliff Randi, along with several dynamic musicians, will transport you back to the 70's and 80's with a brilliantly crafted tribute to the music of Daryl Hall & John Oates.
November 16, 2024
Sarasota based Two Inch Voices is a folk rock music project by singer-songwriter Jeffery Arnold.