If you believe that good music only gets better with time, then you’re going to love Sidewalk 65, a Jacksonville-based band that’s been bringing the spirit of rock and roll, and soul to life all across Northeast Florida. Known for their lively performances and irresistible song selections, Sidewalk 65 is a group that proves age is just a number when it comes to having a good time.
Formed by a group of long-time musicians with decades of combined experience, Sidewalk 65 is more than just a band. It’s a celebration of music that defined a generation. Their setlists read like a jukebox of timeless hits, covering everything from Motown grooves and R&B classics to funky beats and iconic rock and roll anthems. Temptations tunes, Stevie Wonder favorites, or Rolling Stones rockers, this band delivers with energy and style.
The band’s musicians, Michael Hogan, Mike Rollins, and Mark Majeski deliver both charm and charisma to every show, engaging audiences with warmth and wit, while keeping the rhythm tight and the melodies flowing.
“Music brings people together. It makes me happy. It’s hard to explain, but it brings me joy in both good times and bad. It’s what I love, and doing what you love is everything,” said Hogan.
Hogan notes, “Most of us in the band have lived lives shaped by music, writing and playing our own songs along the way. We love watching people come out, have fun, and dance. That is what helps me sleep at night.”
When it came time to name the band, I didn’t want a name I couldn’t spell or a domaint hat wasn’t available. Sidewalk 65 felt right. It’s a little retro. 1965 was a year when anything felt possible, the British Invasion, Motown, and some of the greatest music ever made. That’s the spirit we try to capture.
For those who grew up with the soundtracks of the ‘60s, ‘70s, and beyond, Sidewalk 65 offers the chance to relive those golden moments. The next time you’re looking for a reason to hit the dance floor, remember this band’s name. Because with Sidewalk 65, the party never gets old and neither do the tunes.
To learn more, check out their website, sidewalk65.com, or contact Michael Hogan at 904.221.3301.
