538st & Friends Ft. Free Label & Uncle Strut - June 28/2024

  • June 28, 2024 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
  • Red Bird Brewing

    1080 Richter Street
    Kelowna, British Columbia V1Y 2K5
Description

538st 

From the balmy shores of Canada comes the sunny duo 538st featuring brothers Sam and Jake Cooke. With a foundation of hip-hop that melds jazzy R’n’B and funk, their sound is reminiscent yet fresh. Based out of Kelowna, BC, 538st formed in 2019 and has been building their platform, booking ever-bigger shows and garnering attention from prominent names in the music industry. The band especially shines in their live performance, where they exude infectious energy and musicality. Along with being front runners in their local scene, 538st has amassed passionate fans across the globe. Their fans are diverse and dedicated to supporting the project, many devoted enough to get the 538st tattoo and join the family for life. The band commonly surprises the audience with their exciting contrast between their look and their sound. The good vibes pass effortlessly between the stage and crowd, making it impossible not to dance. Sam and Jake push for musical growth and evolution while they stay grounded in their roots; 538st is named for their childhood home, in the town where they have a vigorous fan base of die-hard supporters.

The Free Label

The Free Label comprises six multi-instrumentalists and vocalists from Toronto, Canada. Their music is a unique fusion of 70s disco, 90s R&B, and high-energy funk, resulting in a captivating, dance-focused show.

Their 2019 single "All Night" propelled them to new heights, enabling them to tour internationally. Since then, they have independently toured Europe, North America, and Australia, garnering fans along the way. 
Noteworthy Canadian festival appearances include Mariposa Folk Festival, Canadian Music Week, Wapiti, and the Calgary Stampede, where they opened for internationally acclaimed artists T-Pain, Aqua, and Lupe Fiasco. They have sold out shows nationwide, from Montreal to Vancouver.
The Free Label's 2023 European tour included performances in the Netherlands, England, and Luxembourg, where they opened for legendary soul group Incognito and R&B/Jazz virtuoso Mono Neon.
In the studio, the band has collaborated with Grammy-nominated artists such as saxophonist Braxton Cook, featured on their 2022 release "Shine," and Grammy-nominated producer Aaron Paris (Drake, Kanye West, Kali Uchis), who composed and recorded strings for their latest single, "Real Love."
The Free Label's natural chemistry and captivating live performances have made them instant favorites with audiences worldwide. Their blend of technical prowess and crowd engagement leaves a lasting impression on concert-goers everywhere. This band will get you moving. 

Uncle Strut

Uncle Strut is a four-piece indie rock outfit made up of two people who barely graduated high school, one jazz school dropout, and one history major. They have gained a loyal following with their unique combination of anthemic grooves, and introspective indie pop songs. Uncle Strut are best known for their energetic live shows, hilarious onstage antics and tattooing each other.

Date & Time

Fri., Jun. 28, 2024 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

Venue Details

Red Bird Brewing

1080 Richter Street
Kelowna, British Columbia V1Y 2K5 Red Bird Brewing
Red Bird Brewing

A north-end Kelowna microbrewery, passionate about great beer and excellent music!


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