Meteor Guitar Gallery plays host to local talent

Northwest Arkansas is home to innumerable talented musical acts and artists, making it easy to find a concert or art showing nearby, and they can be often found at the Meteor Guitar Gallery of Bentonville. Located at 128 W. Central Ave., Meteor Guitar Gallery is a one-stop music shop and venue. As a music store, Meteor Guitar Gallery provides a wide range of services including guitar and amp sales, tube amp and equipment repair, guitar, bass and drum lessons, as well as some equipment rental.

The gallery has been in operation for 2 ½ years, with a full occupancy of 378 for almost a year. In addition to the instrument sales, lessons, and repair services, the gallery is also home to a large collection of art by several local artists. The artwork consists of paintings, pottery, leather belts, and jewelry and can be found displayed throughout the store as you view all the instruments and products the gallery has to offer.

The Meteor Guitar Gallery is located inside of the restored 100 year-old Historic Plaza Theater building in downtown Bentonville and also serves as a venue. Whether you are hosting a fundraiser, wedding, reception, private party, alumni event, or class reunion, the Meteor Guitar Gallery has the large space perfect for your event. The venue is also a popular host of concerts, improv and stand-up comedy nights.

Today, from 9 p.m. to 12 a.m., the Meteor Guitar Gallery will present Aaron Kamm and the One Drops live in concert. Hailing from St. Louis, Mo., Aaron Kamm and the One Drops merge flavors of Roots Reggae, Mississippi River Blues, improv-laced jams, and soulful vocals. With a high energy performance and a unique sound, this band is a must-see. Tickets for the concert are $8 in advance general admission, and $10 for general admission at the door. Advance VIP tickets are $10 and VIP tickets at the door are $15. Doors open at 8 p.m.

Also this weekend, on Saturday, the Rev. Jimmie Bratcher Band will perform at 8 p.m., with Fat Chord Sunday opening the show. Tickets for the concert are $8 in advance general admission, and $10 for general admission at the door. Advance VIP tickets are $12 and VIP tickets at the door are $15. Doors open at 7 p.m.

For more information regarding future events or venue renting, visit the Meteor Guitar Gallery’s Facebook page at facebook.com/ Meteor Guitar Gallery, or their website meteorguitargallery.com, or by calling them at (479) 268-1500.