“Sounds of Summer” free concert series in downtown Madison continues tonight with The Zooks

MADISON – The “Sounds of Summer” free concert series in downtown Madison continues tonight starting at 7 p.m. with The Zooks. The band’s interesting back story dates to 2000 when the group first organized thousands of miles away on Kwajalein in the Marshall Islands. The men forming the band knew each other from their jobs with a contractor for the U.S. Army, spokesperson Randy Razook said.

Known for its dance music from the heydays of the 1960s through 1980s, The Zooks perform classic rock anthems, Motown tunes and rhythm-and-blues standards. Band members pride themselves in pleasing any audience.

Madison Arts Alliance is presenting the free concert series, “Sounds of Summer,” that opened June 8. The concert’s venue is Home Place Park at 100 Shorter St., just south of downtown streets. The event will open at 7 p.m. and close at 9 p.m.

A food truck from New South Hotdog and Sushi will be available. Those attending are encouraged to bring their chairs and relax while being entertained by some of the best local bands.

Other concert dates include:

Calypso Vision, July 13 – This group sets a pleasing yet upbeat atmosphere to bring people in the audience to a relaxed spirit of good ‘ole rock ’n’ roll.’ The music may even induce a chance to dream.Their self-described ‘gumbo mix’ blends the tone of Jimmy Buffett with classic rock, grounded in alternative roots and a few hippie surprises, according to their website. Calypso Vision offers folks an escape for a while, to kick back and enjoy the songs.

Food truck: Nomad’s Road Dogs.

Jimmy Henderson Trio, July 27 – This group plays blues/rock originals and well-known covers.

Food truck: Nomad’s Road Dogs.

Kelly Joyner, Aug. 10 – This New York native and professional musician will share her style of music. Joyner describes herself as a “singer, songwriter, vocalist, guitarist, pianist.” Joyner is no stranger to entertaining locally, with her gigs like the Open Bottle, community gatherings, Furniture Factory and Madison Street Festival.

Food truck: Mac and Snacks.

For more information, email info@madisonartsalliance.org or visit madisonartsalliance.org/sounds-of-summer.