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About · Entertainment
Sunny Jim is
no stranger to the Parrothead Cruise or to Trop Rock music lovers as
one of the all-time greats with an enduring and enthusiastic fan
base coast-to-coast. Jim's live performances call up sea breezes,
palm trees, sandy beaches, and good tropical vibes. Audiences often end
up dancing in conga lines and moving to the up-tempo rhythms of his
original music, a blend of influences that range from the Caribbean to
California, by way of Texas. Jim was born in San Antonio, raised in
California, and then spent 12 years in the Cayman Islands. In the
Caribbean he perfected his solo show featuring guitar, vocals, and
steel pan infusing his songwriting with the influences of Caribbean
masters. While in Grand Cayman he picked up the nickname “Sunny
Jim.” Jim has published a dozen CDs and has won countless awards
for his original music and performances including a Lifetime
Achievement award from the TRMA. Check out Sunny Jim Music here. Kirstie Kraus began performing on stages at age five, songwriting when she was eight,
and loves collaborating. She will be releasing her seventh duet single
on July 11, 2025 and has co-written songs with many of her Trop Rock family
since her first MOTM in 2021. Kirstie is a member of the CMA, ACM, Music City
Phins, and WMBA (Women Music Business Association). She also serves as a host for The Heartland Network
which led to her most recently hosting a stage for Nashville’s coveted
CMA Fest.
Kirstie is fresh off her duet release "Largo" with trop rock superstar Mike Nash that is climbing the Trop Rock Charts and already rendered a #1 hit for the month of May 2025 on Radio Trop Rock! Kirstie accepted the "Artist of the Year - Country" award on the Grand Ole Opry stage for the Josie Music Awards and the Radio Trop Rock Song of the Year for her duet with Mark Mulch "Tide Down" in October 2024. Kraus has opened for many household names including Thomas Rhett, Kipp Moore, Brothers Osborn, Sunny Jim, and more. She has been featured on BBC Breakfast, WSM Radio, WSMV Channel 4 and Spotify's "All New Country" editorial playlist for her duet song "Dab a Dolly". Kirstie's fans are known as the Thirsties as an homage to a band she once started called Thirsty Jones and as fun rhyming play on her name. Thirstie? Click here Tim Campbell and the Tropical Attitudes Band  Tim Campbell and the Tropical Attitudes Band are a prominent fixture in the Trop Rock music scene, celebrated for their ability to transport audiences to a sun-soaked paradise with their lively performances. Led by singer-songwriter and acoustic guitarist Tim Campbell, the band embraces the laid-back "Margaritaville lifestyle," delivering a blend of island-inspired tunes, beachy beats, and country influences. With a repertoire that often includes Jimmy Buffett covers and Campbell's original songs like "Landshark," "Salt," and "Saltwater Playground," the Tropical Attitudes band has cultivated a loyal following and is known for creating an atmosphere that encourages audiences to kick back, relax, and soak up the tropical vibes. Joining Tim in the band is David Marks on guitar, Theresa Arnold on bass, Jim Parker on drums, and Jimi Naccarato on keyboards. Work on your tropical attitude here. Club Trini  
Parrothead Cruise 2026 is extraordinarily proud to host the reunion of the legendary Club Trini! Club Trini is a dynamic musical ensemble primarily known for its vibrant blend of Caribbean and instrumental music, particularly drawing from calypso and soca traditions. The band is a collaborative project that grew out of the shared musical chemistry between Robert Greenidge, a renowned steel pan player from Trinidad, and Michael Utley, an accomplished keyboardist. Both Greenidge and Utley were long-time, integral members of Jimmy Buffett's Coral Reefer Band. Now the next generation of "Mr. Utley", Mike's son Mick Utley - an accomplished musician, songwriter, and producer in his own right - has joined the Coral Reefer Band and also a place beside Robert in Club Trini. Rounding out the band with her extraordinary vocals is fellow Coral Reefer Nadirah Shakoor. Club Trini allows these talented artists an opportunity to explore and showcase their passion for tropical rhythms and melodies. The band's sound is characterized by the prominent and soulful steel pan, which takes center stage, often weaving intricate instrumental narratives. While primarily instrumental, their albums also feature soaring and heartfelt vocals, adding another layer to their diverse sound. Club Trini's music evokes a laid-back, sun-drenched atmosphere, yet often carries a high-energy quality. Their discography includes the albums "Club Trini," "Back in Town," and "Late Night Live," which captured their spirited performances. Robert Greenidge Mick Utley Nadirah Shakoor
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