Keith Lee (above)with Mystic Springs will perform at Bands on the Beach July 10. The group is known for classic rock, playing the hits of ZZ Top and others. Formed in 2003, the band has amassed an impressive repertoire of over 100 songs. Get ready for an exciting line up of bands playing every Tuesday from 7- 9 p.m., May through September at the Gulfside Pavilion on Pensacola Beach. The popular concert series Bands on the Beach, formerly known as Blues on the Beach, returns for another hot summer season. The free concerts are provided by the Santa Rosa Island Authority (SRIA).

"We changed the name from 'Blues on the Beach' to 'Bands on the Beach' to offer a bigger variety," says W.A. "Buck" Lee, general manager of the SRIA. "Blues will still be an essential part, but now we can include oldies, soul and much more. We have booked first-rate bands all summer, so come on out here and bring your dancing shoes!"

Kicking off the season is Wildwood with their upbeat and fun show on May 1, followed by Midnight Confessions on May 8. Big crowds are expected for Not Quite Fab on May 22, the popular Beatles tribute band. During this concert the Marines of MATSG-21 will unveil their US Marine Corps "Pelican in Paradise." Back by popular demand is also The Reunion Band, entertaining the crowd with songs many of us grew up with, on June 5.

The complete lineup for the remaining 2007 season includes:

July 3 The Kee Creek Band July 10 Mystic Springs July 17 Wildwood

July 24 Big Muddy

July 31 Midnight Confessions

August 7 Kyle Parker's Black & Blues Band featuring Bobby Purify & Rick Holt

August 14 Mr. Big

August 21 Clark and Company

August 28 The Fort Morgan Slammers

September 4 MASS KUNFUZION

September 11 Southern Breeze

September 18 Local Hero

September 25 Dr. Breeze

Spectators are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets to the pavilion area. No pets are allowed and glass is prohibited. Concerts are provided and organized by the SRIA.

For more information call Kim Duell at the SRIA at (850) 932-2257, go to www.visitpensacolabeach.com or tune to Cat Country 98.7 for the latest updates.