The evolution of Boot Juice has been a magnificent phenomenon to behold over the past few years. This seven-piece band from Davis has done things the old-fashioned way – earning everything they have with blood, sweat and tears shed on stages throughout the region. It’s been more sweat than anything else based on the practically inhuman volume of energy output they generate throughout the course of their relentless performances.
Boot Juice defies the typical assumption that a big band with horns is sticking to the well-worn path of funk and jazz. They certainly infuse those genres into the mix. More than anything though, this is an unabashed cosmic rock band intent on taking audiences into an alternate dimension of pure freedom and dance euphoria where the outside world ceases to exist. Their three-part vocal harmonies carry major impact with intoxicating doses of soul, blues and sultry appeal. The passionate musicianship and group synergy resonates in their pure sense of joy. Drawing favorable comparisons to the sound of The California Honey Drops and the spirit of the Talking Heads, you’ll have no doubt that the refreshing originality of Boot Juice always has a firm grip on the wheel.
Opening the show from Quincy, California is Nightbrain. Nightbrain flows a blend of moody groove, clubby funk, and soulful chill-hop. Hailing from the Northern Sierra Nevadas, blending styles and collaboration since 2020. Formed in a small cabin in the woods, Nightbrain evolved from a passing passion to passionate pursuit. They dream to weave styles and ideas in new and exciting ways through music, and hope to share with all who will enjoy!
- BJBoot Juice