Bermuda Live: Where To Hear The Island's Musicians

Music can tell you more about a place than words. You can get a feel for Bermuda’s sound on the radio, but the best way to experience Bermuda is with live music from the island’s talented musicians.

One thing to know about Bermuda’s musical tastes: They’ve been shaped by a mix of cultures over the centuries, with influences ranging from British and American to African and Caribbean. The island’s traditions range from steelpan, calypso, and reggae to more contemporary styles that stem from jazz, folk, and pop-rock. You’ll hear everything from a solo ukelele player to a six-piece band. Check out the venues below to experience some of the best live music in Bermuda.

Piano, Guitar & Steel Drum Vibes on the Water

Local Bermuda music artists play The Reefs Resort & Club during the season (generally April through October) against the beautiful backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean. Check out the Clubhouse for live piano music three nights a week. Coconuts, the on-site restaurant, also hosts the celebrated TonyB on guitar every Thursday night. Monday evenings are reserved for Kelvin Cruickshank and his steelpan grooves. 

Guitar-Focused Grooves at the Oldest Pub

The oldest pub in Bermuda’s capital, the City of Hamilton, the Hog Penny opened on Burnaby Street in 1957. The dark wooden bar is decorated with items collected from pubs all over England, which creates the atmosphere of a classic British pub. Check out singer-songwriter Jenn Marsh on Thursdays and guitar-loving Gary Foster Skelton on Fridays. Saturdays rotate between karaoke and folk musicians Emily Ross or Chris Fisness playing live – check social media to see who’s performing. On Sundays, the bar hosts Quiz Night with Mike Bishop.

Sing Your Heart Out at the Locals’ Favorite Sports Bar

With its prime Front Street location, Docksider’s is one of Bermuda’s favourite watering holes. Grab a seat at the cedar bar or check out the open-air patio to soak in the street scene while noshing on classic bar food or catching a cricket match on the TVs. On Wednesday nights, “Dockies” (as it’s affectionately called) hosts karaoke, so come warmed up and ready to belt out your favorite tunes.

Smooth Jazz in a Victorian Pub

The Astwood Arms is a popular pub on bustling Front Street, channeling Victoria-era vibes with its ornate wooden bar and old barrels placed throughout the space. Local Bermuda musicians try out their sets at open mic nights every last Saturday of the month. And on the last Sunday of every month, pop in for Gin & Jazz with Ben Payne & Friends. 

Reggae & Dancehall in an Artful Lounge

In the heart of Hamilton, the Crown & Anchor – the lobby bar at the iconic Hamilton Princess & Beach Club – is an inviting island lounge mixing elegant traditional styles with splashes of modern art and regular live music. The Working Title Band plays on Thursdays, performing a mix of reggae and other genres. Friday flights are Marina Nights, with DJ Scoobay spinning dancehall music. On Saturday nights, Crown & Anchor hosts a rotation of live bands for Band Jam Session, ranging from cover songs to original music.

Solo Piano at an Intimate Restaurant

The historic Paget Parish establishment Fourways Inn features Saviour Messina on the piano Mondays through Wednesdays. Enjoy the intimate feel, lush gardens dotted with roses and bougainvillea, and a great wine selection. It’s the perfect spot for relaxing and drinking in the blissfully peaceful vibes.

Ukulele & More on the Waterfront

Tucked away on the West End, Cambridge Beaches is a beloved oceanfront escape featuring multiple restaurants and bars with stunning water views. Pair the sights with island tunes for a match made in heaven. Breezes, the resort’s alfresco restaurant, invites TonyB on the guitar to play every Sunday and Mike Hind on ukulele every Thursday. The Sunken Harbor Club, the stylish dockside tavern and tropical cocktail bar, hosts Andrew Chamberlain on keyboard every Wednesday.

Fresh Tunes Nightly for Every Musical Taste

Overlooking Bailey’s Bay on Bermuda’s East End, Grotto Bay Beach Resort & Spa is a hotspot for live music every night of the week. Pianist Don Johan plays every Sunday and Wednesday, while Tuesday and Friday nights are for saxophonists Tito Martinez and Wendell “Shine” Hayward. Tempo Band shares their “pop island” sound on Monday, while the fun cover band Kennel Boys Band plays every Thursday. Saturday is when DJ Bubbles spins a variety of songs from the ‘60s through the ‘90s as well as Top 40 hip hop hits. Beyond music, enjoy an entertaining talk during Bermuda Tales with Historian Tim Rogers on Sundays and learn about Bermuda’s fascinating fauna and flora.

Eclectic Tunes Beside the Island’s Largest Private Beach

Perched over Castle Harbour, the Rosewood Bermuda luxury resort celebrates island life in high style with weekly gin tastings on Mondays and rum tastings on Wednesdays at the resort bars. You can catch multi-faceted artist Katie Ewles playing piano at Tucker’s Bar on Wednesdays, and you can spot Mike Hind and his ukelele at the Conservatory Bar & Lounge on Friday and Saturday nights. The Conservatory Bar also hosts Latin Nights every Sunday, with DJ Derek spinning tunes and teaching salsa.

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