Sunburned Sharks from Portland, ME, is the sun-soaked 7-piece dance band that will transport you to an after party on the sandy shores with their infectious shimmering sound.  Specializing in a wide range of musical styles, including 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s, funk, pop, rock, R&B, and classic rock, Sunburned Sharks promises to bring the perfect balance of gritty vintage and smooth, polished modern.

With bright guitar lines, go-down-smooth vocals, and airtight horn lines the band has drawn comparisons to acclaimed artists such as Hozier, Lake Street Dive, St. Paul & The Broken Bones, and even John Mayer.  Sunburned Sharks is known for their captivating performances that keep audiences on their feet all night long.  Whether you're a fan of Whitney Houston, Marvin Gaye, Al Green, The Dip, Fleetwood Mac, Tom Petty, or Bruce Springsteen, crowds can’t get enough of the Sunburned Sharks-infused sonic cocktail.

Sounds like:
Whitney Houston, Marvin Gaye, Al Green, Hozier, John Mayer, The Dip, Fleetwood Mac, Leon Bridges, Ray LaMontagne, Tom Petty, or Bruce Springsteen.

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Welcome to Big Falls Music & Cider Fest! Join us at Norumbega Cidery on 9/13/25 for this beloved family-friendly music festival. Order your tickets by April 1st to automatically save 15%!

We'll have great live music, delicious food trucks to sample, art vendors, a pop-up disc golf course, and limited on-site camping. This fourth-annual community event is the perfect opportunity to unwind, savor the last bit of summer, and enjoy some quality tunes with your best friends and family.

Big Falls is an outdoor event in a gorgeous natural setting. There are miles of nature trails accessible from the event! If you're into good music, time in nature, and great food & bev, than this event is for you. Come experience the magic of Big Falls for yourself!

Lineup and additional details will be released over the summer. Follow us on social media @bigfallsfest for updates and more info. Here's a recap from last year's amazing event. We hope to see you there on September 13th!

Sunburned Sharks is a sandy guitaR&B project fresh from the shores of Portland, ME.  Their bright guitar lines and go-down-smooth vocals have been compared to Hozier, Jeff Buckley, John Mayer, and Dallas Green. 

For fans of:
Fleetwood Mac, Bonnie Raitt, Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen, Al Green, Ray Lamontagne, Hozier, Leon Bridges, and more.

IG: @sunburnedsharks

Sunburned Sharks is a sandy guitaR&B project fresh from the shores of Portland, ME.  Their bright guitar lines and go-down-smooth vocals have been compared to Hozier, Jeff Buckley, John Mayer, and Dallas Green. 

Sounds like:
The Dip, Jeff Buckley, Dallas Green, Hozier, Fleetwood Mac, Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen, Al Green, Ray Lamontagne, Leon Bridges, and more.

IG: @sunburnedsharks

Sunburned Sharks is a sandy guitaR&B project fresh from the shores of Portland, ME.  Their bright guitar lines and go-down-smooth vocals have been compared to Hozier, Jeff Buckley, John Mayer, and Dallas Green. 

Sounds like:
The Dip, Jeff Buckley, Dallas Green, Hozier, Fleetwood Mac, Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen, Al Green, Ray Lamontagne, Leon Bridges, and more.

IG: @sunburnedsharks

Sunburned Sharks is a sandy guitaR&B project fresh from the shores of Portland, ME.  Their bright guitar lines and go-down-smooth vocals have been compared to Hozier, Jeff Buckley, John Mayer, and Dallas Green. 

Sounds like:
The Dip, Jeff Buckley, Dallas Green, Hozier, Fleetwood Mac, Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen, Al Green, Ray Lamontagne, Leon Bridges, and more.

IG: @sunburnedsharks

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Sunburned Sharks is a sandy guitaR&B project fresh from the shores of Portland, ME.  Their bright guitar lines and go-down-smooth vocals have been compared to Hozier, Jeff Buckley, John Mayer, and Dallas Green. 

Sounds like:
The Dip, Jeff Buckley, Dallas Green, Hozier, Fleetwood Mac, Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen, Al Green, Ray Lamontagne, Leon Bridges, and more.

IG: @sunburnedsharks

Sunburned Sharks is a sandy guitaR&B project fresh from the shores of Portland, ME.  Their bright guitar lines and go-down-smooth vocals have been compared to Hozier, Jeff Buckley, John Mayer, and Dallas Green. 

Sounds like:
The Dip, Jeff Buckley, Dallas Green, Hozier, Fleetwood Mac, Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen, Al Green, Ray Lamontagne, Leon Bridges, and more.

IG: @sunburnedsharks

Sunburned Sharks is a sandy guitaR&B project fresh from the shores of Portland, ME.  Their bright guitar lines and go-down-smooth vocals have been compared to Hozier, Jeff Buckley, John Mayer, and Dallas Green. 

Sounds like:
The Dip, Jeff Buckley, Dallas Green, Hozier, Fleetwood Mac, Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen, Al Green, Ray Lamontagne, Leon Bridges, and more.

IG: @sunburnedsharks

Sunburned Sharks is a sandy guitaR&B project fresh from the shores of Portland, ME.  Their bright guitar lines and go-down-smooth vocals have been compared to Hozier, Jeff Buckley, John Mayer, and Dallas Green. 

For fans of:
Fleetwood Mac, Bonnie Raitt, Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen, Al Green, Ray Lamontagne, Hozier, Leon Bridges, and more.

IG: @sunburnedsharks

Sunburned Sharks is a sandy guitaR&B project fresh from the shores of Portland, ME.  Their bright guitar lines and go-down-smooth vocals have been compared to Hozier, Jeff Buckley, John Mayer, and Dallas Green. 

For fans of:
Fleetwood Mac, Bonnie Raitt, Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen, Al Green, Ray Lamontagne, Hozier, Leon Bridges, and more.

IG: @sunburnedsharks

Sunburned Sharks is a sandy guitaR&B project fresh from the shores of Portland, ME.  Their bright guitar lines and go-down-smooth vocals have been compared to Hozier, Jeff Buckley, John Mayer, and Dallas Green. 

For fans of:
Fleetwood Mac, Bonnie Raitt, Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen) with a range of other really good music (Al Green, Ray Lamontagne, Hozier, Leon Bridges)

IG: @sunburnedsharks

Sunburned Sharks is a sandy guitaR&B project fresh from the shores of Portland, ME.  Their bright guitar lines and go-down-smooth vocals have been compared to Hozier, Jeff Buckley, John Mayer, and Dallas Green. 

For fans of:
Fleetwood Mac, Bonnie Raitt, Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen) with a range of other really good music (Al Green, Ray Lamontagne, Hozier, Leon Bridges)

IG: @sunburnedsharks

Sunburned Sharks is a sandy guitaR&B project fresh from the shores of Portland, ME.  Their bright guitar lines and go-down-smooth vocals have been compared to Hozier, Jeff Buckley, John Mayer, and Dallas Green. 

Sunburned Sharks is a sandy guitaR&B project fresh from the shores of Portland, ME.  Their bright guitar lines and go-down-smooth vocals have been compared to Hozier, Jeff Buckley, John Mayer, and Dallas Green. 

For fans of:
Fleetwood Mac, Bonnie Raitt, Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen) with a range of other really good music (Al Green, Ray Lamontagne, Hozier, Leon Bridges)

IG: @sunburnedsharks

Sunburned Sharks is a sandy guitaR&B project fresh from the shores of Portland, ME.  Their bright guitar lines and go-down-smooth vocals have been compared to Hozier, Jeff Buckley, John Mayer, and Dallas Green. 

For fans of:
Fleetwood Mac, Bonnie Raitt, Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen) with a range of other really good music (Al Green, Ray Lamontagne, Hozier, Leon Bridges)

IG: @sunburnedsharks

Sunburned Sharks is a sandy guitaR&B project fresh from the shores of Portland, ME.  Their bright guitar lines and go-down-smooth vocals have been compared to Hozier, Jeff Buckley, John Mayer, and Dallas Green. 

For fans of:
Fleetwood Mac, Bonnie Raitt, Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen) with a range of other really good music (Al Green, Ray Lamontagne, Hozier, Leon Bridges)

IG: @sunburnedsharks

Sunburned Sharks is a sandy guitaR&B project fresh from the shores of Portland, ME.  Their bright guitar lines and go-down-smooth vocals have been compared to Hozier, Jeff Buckley, John Mayer, and Dallas Green. 

For fans of:
Fleetwood Mac, Bonnie Raitt, Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen) with a range of other really good music (Al Green, Ray Lamontagne, Hozier, Leon Bridges)

IG: @sunburnedsharks

Sunburned Sharks return to Andy’s to play 8-late August 23rd!

Sunburned Sharks return after their recent debut at Andy’s!