Join the party at Lulu’s with Uncle Jim’s Tropical Friends Band, featuring Jim Mayer, Donny Brewer, Howard McMichael, and Miles Vandiver, along with Trop rock, A-list guests rocking out on a fun and surprising themed setlist.

Jim Mayer

Lead Vocals, Musical Director

Jim Mayer has been touring, songwriting, and recording with Jimmy Buffett’s Coral Reefer band since 1989. As band member and vocalist, Mayer is featured on 21 Buffett albums and 9 songs as a co-writer with Jimmy. As a member of The Coral Reefer Band, he has appeared on The Tonight Show, Good Morning America, and The Today Show with Buffett. Additionally, he has shared the stage with Kenny Chesney, Zac Brown, James Taylor, Ringo Starr, Paul Simon, and many others.

Uncle Jim’s Tropical Friends Band

With Uncle Jim’s Tropical Friends Band, Mayer is honoring the legacy and wish of Jimmy Buffett to “Keep The Party Going.” Forged out of years of experience with a master storyteller, Uncle Jim’s Tropical Friends Band brings the party to you. Mayer says, “It’s a tribute with a twist, blending fun classics and “curve balls” to pay homage to a Buffett Live Show’s playful and unpredictable energy. To keep things fresh, I collaborate with many awesome musicians, including special appearances with members of the Coral Reefer Band when available. I want to do my part to share the joy that I felt playing with Jimmy for so many years.”