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About Jack’D Up

Avid musician and guitarist, Kurt Kiehnle, founded a local band that was recently nominated “Best Musical Group”, by the prestigious Sarasota Herald-Tribune Readers’ Choice Awards 2022. This musical rock sensation, that goes by the wacky name of Jack’d Up, expressed immense happiness and gratitude to all listeners for recognizing their efforts and hard work. Kurt, fondly know as K Rock, rose to fame quickly when he established the band in 2018. Jack’d Up can be best described as a modern, fun and high-energy rock n roll cover band, that specializes in playing dance and party hits from the 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and today. In their own words, “we will make you drink, dance and party all night long!”

This group of expert musicians has proven their resilience by winning numerous local music Awards, and putting themselves at the forefront of live music in the SWFL Region. The band consists of Kurt Kiehnle (aka K Rock) on bass and vocals, Larry Kirby (aka LAK) on guitar and background vocals, Brittany Jones lead vocals, Alex Palacios on keyboards, and Jared Johnson on drums. They make up an incredible five-some that will have you swaying to any beat! Jack’d Up truly lives up to their name, with a versatile set-list that gives people of all ages a reason to shake their leg. They perform at venues across SWFL, with people booking flights to witness this live, raging musical sensation. What sets this band apart from the others is the energy they bring to the crowds. Restaurants and bars love to host Jack’d Up. Clancy’s Irish Sports bar praises this rock band saying, “Every time they play at Clancy’s it’s a party! They really know how to bring fun and energy. We love Jack’D Up as do our customers”.

Jack’d Up has really contributed to the musical scene in Sarasota by hosting performances that engage the crowd, locals and tourists alike. If you’re an avid music fan, you can check them out on YouTube, Facebook and Instagram. When you think of a quintessential Florida evening, you think of live music, great ambiance and boisterous crowds… making for a camaraderie that everyone wants to revel in. Visitors to Sarasota are enamored by the lively scene, applauding the efforts of this award-winning rock band, who knows how to play music and entertain their enthusiastic audience. Now with the viewers’ vote of confidence, Jack’d Up promises to spruce up it’s entertainment more than ever… giving fans a reason to keep a lookout for their upcoming live performances!

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