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See you at The Habitat
The ORIGINAL
Listening Room Venue
of Trop Rock
OUR NEXT SHOW
FRIDAY March 20th 6:30 PM
Scott Kirby 2026 with all Proceeds to go to the TRMA Artists Relief Fund
NOTE – while we have a suggested donation, as this is specifically a fundraiser for the TRMA Artists Relief Fund we encourage you to consider a higher donation to help all our artists! Make sure to see the special raffle item as well!!!
I am going to start out with the specifics of the purpose of this show – it is a fundraiser for the TRMA Artists Relief Foundation, and all of Scott’s Merch Sales will go towards the fund, and all proceeds of the show from the gate (above his travel expenses) will also go to the foundation!
So what is the TRMA Artist Relief Foundation? (click to find out more)
The TRMA Artist Relief Foundation provides a financial safety net of critical assistance for independent musicians in times of need.
The Foundation’s services and resources cover a wide range of financial, medical and personal emergencies.
The TRMA Artist Relief Foundation also focuses the resources and attention of the independent music industry on human service issues that directly impact the health and welfare of the music community.
If you are unable to come to the show, but would still like to contribute, contact us and we will arrange it. and if you are interested in participating in the special raffles (see further down) and purchase tickets, we can arrange that – you don’t need to be present to win and you will help an artist!
About Scott:
Singer, songwriter, guitarist, storyteller, traveler and road warrior are all words that aptly describe Scott Kirby. Finishing songs while driving through the Italian countryside, performing 100 plus live shows throughout the US and Canada, touring Ireland with 50 fans in tow, and recording his tenth album in Nashville, all keep the barnacles off this modern-day troubadour.
Kirby started writing songs after some inspirational late-night words from legendary songwriter Shel Silverstein and further encouragement from Peter Mayer, who had just joined the Coral Reefer Band. A year later he found himself recording his first CD, Too Damn Yankee, in Jimmy Buffett’s Shrimpboat Sound Studio with Peter and Jim Mayer and Roger Guth. “This was a very lucky break for me, but I was in a bit over my head,” says Kirby. “Peter, Jim and Roger were incredibly patient with me and it was a fantastic learning experience.”
When it comes to songwriting, Kirby respects authenticity and counts on everyday life and his coastal roots for much of his inspiration. “I don’t wake up every day thinking about writing the next commercial hit,” says Kirby. “Songwriting for me is about telling stories, expressing emotions, and commentary on things I may find funny or absurd.”
Over the years Kirby has shared the stage with some of his favorite artists: Carole King, Jimmy Buffett, Tom Rush, Mac McAnally, Darius Rucker, Livingston Taylor, Marty Stewart, Asleep at the Wheel and others. When not on the road or performing in Key West, Kirby splits his time between Key West and the coast of Maine, where he can often be found sailing, a lifelong passion of this descendent of Newfoundland fishermen. He’s also recently discovered a little town in Southern France, where he plans to lay his head a month or two each year.
Yes, Scott Kirby is—as he readily admits—lucky enough.
We will also have a special Fundraising Raffle for this show – read below for details – this is an $1100 value
The Raffle Basket is….
A Siesta Key Goodie Basket that has: A bottle Siesta Key Toasted Coconut Run, a bottle of Spiced, a blood orange scented candle in a coffee rum candle holder, a 4-pack sampler (coconut, coffee, silver, and spiced), a peanut butter chocolate cake, 2 logo stickers, and a logo ball cap!
AND A PAIR of Annual Passes for a year worth of Habitat Shows – we will contribute the donation for you when you attend a show!
Each chance to win is $10 a Ticket,
yes you can purchase multiple chances,and you need not be present to win!!!
You have until the show to purchase these and you can contact us to do so even if you are not coming to this show!
(this is an example image of the last one we did, and this one will be for more show opportunities – remember, we are raising funds to help our artists and keep them healthy!)
We are a Listening Venue.
RSVPs are required for these shows.
RSVPs will insure you have seating, but don’t be afraid to contact us right up to showtime if you want to come, sometimes last minute seating opens up.
Your donations are all given at the door when you arrive.
Suggested Donations for this show are $25 per person, or $40 for VIP and we give you a Concert Poster and offer you seating options.
100% of all music donations go directly to the musicians.
Please BYOB and if you have a mind to, a dish to share (not required, of course)
We are rain or shine, watch this space and join our email list for updates as needed (link above, ‘Subscribe!’)
We are a listening venue and request that guests take their conversations into the chat zones (inside the house, or back past the pool with lowered voices…) where you can continue to listen away from those who wish to concentrate on the music. You are welcome to socialize with your friends! We set up chat areas so that everyone will have the experience they want to have while listening to music!
2024 “Bradenton’s Best” Best Live Music Venue Bronze Medal Winner
2020 TRMA House Concert Large Venue of the Year Winner
2019 Trop Rockin’ Magazine People’s Choice House Concert Venue of the Year Winner
2018 TRMA House Concert Large Venue of the Year Winner
2018 Trop Rockin’ Magazine People’s Choice House Concert Venue of the Year Winner
2018 Five Parrots in a Palm Tree presented by the Honorary Mayor of Key West
2016, 2017, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 TRMA House Concert Venue of the Year Nominee
2025 “Bradenton’s Best” Best Live Music Venue of the Year Nominee
A sincere Thank You to everyone who supports us!
For more information on the Trop Rock Music Association, or to Join, visit the Trop Rock Music Association
For more information on the People’s Choice Awards and to Subscribe to Trop Rockin’ Magazine, visit Trop Rockin Magazine
The Habitat is the private home of Ken and Heather Settlemyer who are passionate about the importance of nurturing both local plant and animal wildlife and independent musicians.
Live Music & A Wildlife Sanctuary… The concept of the House Concert is to provide a venue where musicians can come to be heard by those whose primary intention is to listen rather than to have music in the background.
We host musicians to perform at The Habitat approximately one to two times per month, either on our outdoor stage, or on the indoor stage in the event of inclement weather or upon musician request.
We are also proud to maintain over 1/4 acre of wilderness within an urban environment, providing much needed habitat for a variety of native species. We plant only native species and manage or eliminate the non native species in that area. We are delighted to play host, not just to excellent musicians, but to a plethora of beautiful butterflies.
The Habitat concerts are a private event, contact us for an invite, and when you come, BYOE and a donation for the musicians. This is completely not for profit, all donations go in entirety to the artists, some of whom will have traveled from out of state! Food to share is always welcomed, but not required.
We respect our neighbors and all noise ordinances and time the concerts in consideration of both. We sincerely hope you join us when you are able.
You are also welcome to stop by and ask Ken for a tour, he will be proud to show you our work in progress as we make a miniature wildlife preserve in the middle of Bradenton, a haven for bees, birds, bats and butterflies!
Logo and banner design by Rick Schettino.
The Habitat has chosen Singing For Change as our official Charity! We will now make available “The Habitat” branded items including the Singing For Change Logo with 100% of the proceeds benefiting the charity.
The Habitat is proud to sponsor the Trop Rock Music Association. If you are a Trop Rock Music Supporter, Please consider Joining and supporting the Academy!
The Habitat is proud to sponsor Radio Trop Rock, the mobile Trop Rock station, with “EB” and “GB” Babin broadcasting straight from their RV!
The Habitat is proud to have sponsored the Trop Rockin’ Magazine’s Peoples Choice Award (Horizon Award). Congratulations winners Cory Young in 2018 and Danny Rosado in 2019!
Download Heather’s Song (and Please make a donation to the TRMA artists relief fund!)
