Carolina Beach Music with Gary Lowder & Smokin’ Hot
August 9 @ 6:30 pm
Get ready for a night of powerhouse vocals, top-tier musicianship, and non-stop energy with Gary Lowder & SMOKIN’ HOT—an award-winning 8-piece band delivering the best in R&B, soul, and Carolina beach music!
Friday, August 9, 2025 at Flat Iron Crossroads in Gloucester, VA
Doors at 5:30 PM | Show at 6:30 PM
Food Truck: Get Cheesy
Wine, beer, and soft drinks available at the FIX Bar
Tickets: $20 in advance / $25 at the door
Please note: No coolers, cups, or outside beverages permitted.
Winners of multiple Carolina Beach Music Awards, this all-star group has been recognized for:
Male Vocalist of the Year (2024, 2021)
Entertainer of the Year (2024)
Group CD of the Year (2024, 2020)
Song of the Year (2016, 2017)
Solo CD of the Year for Soul Therapy (2013) & Just Believe It (2020)
Led by the legendary Gary Lowder, the group includes a lineup of seasoned talent:
Harold Smith – Keys (Instrumentalist of the Year 2023)
Mark Ahearn – Bass
LD Worley – Lead Guitar
Jeff Alspaugh – Drums
“Funky” Art Amaral – Saxophone
Keith Stone – Trumpet (Hall of Fame Member)
Bridger Warlick – Trombone (Rising Star Award 2024)
Their albums In The Moment, Soul Therapy, and Soul on Fire have taken home Group CD of the Year honors and earned countless nominations including Producer of the Year, Engineer of the Year, and Live Sound Production of the Year.
Flat Iron Crossroads is a 501(c)3 non-profit performing arts center. Our team is 100% volunteer based, join us! To reach us message on Facebook or email [email protected].