Sauce Boss In Concert

See what Sauce Boss is cooking LIVE in concert at Safety Harbor Art & Music Center! Sauce Boss cooks a large pot of gumbo while playing! Sauce Boss In Concert @ SHAMc Sunday, October 18, 2026 Doors open at 5 PM /Show starts at 5:30 PM Bill Wharton, known worldwide as The Sauce Boss, is a blues guitarist, songwriter, and entertainer celebrated for his unique blend of music, food, and Southern culture. Famous for cooking a pot of gumbo onstage during his performances and serving it to audiences, he has built a devoted following through his high-energy shows and distinctive slide guitar style. His music combines blues, rock, funk, Cajun, and Gulf Coast influences, creating what many describe as a rich musical gumbo. With a career spanning decades and acclaimed releases such as With Extra Sauce, The Sauce Boss continues to delight audiences with memorable songs, exceptional musicianship, and an unmistakable zest for life. - Safety Harbor Art and Music Center (SHAMc) is a nonprofit arts organization dedicated to bringing people together through live music, visual art, workshops, youth programs, and delightfully creative community events. Our intimate listening room welcomes nationally recognized artists for close-up performances in front of a limited-size crowd, creating a concert experience that feels personal, memorable, and unlike a traditional venue. Concert seating is located indoors within our covered, open-air pavilion, so please dress appropriately for the weather. Ample street parking is available; please observe all posted restrictions, including no-parking signs and yellow curbs. Due to our liquor license, outside open containers of any kind-including water bottles-are not permitted on the premises. Our Happy Garden Bar offers adult beverages, sodas, and water for purchase. Food is not available on-site.