River Rats band performing live in North Florida with guitars, drums, and upbeat crowd energy during a high-energy show.

River Rats Band – North Florida Classic Rock & Country Rock Band

River Rats – North Florida Southern Rock Band

River Rats North Florida Southern Rock band performing live on stage

River Rats is a powerful North Florida Southern Rock band known for swampy grooves, blues-driven guitar riffs, and classic rock attitude. Their live shows deliver raw energy, deep Southern roots, and a sound that instantly connects with rock fans across the region.

Based in North Florida, River Rats perform regularly throughout Lake City, Live Oak, High Springs, Gainesville, Steinhatchee, and the Suwannee Valley. From packed bars to outdoor festivals, the band brings a no-nonsense Southern rock experience that keeps crowds locked in from the first note to the last encore.

If you love gritty guitar tones, driving rhythms, and authentic Southern rock — River Rats deliver it loud, tight, and straight from the heart of North Florida.


River Rats Southern Rock Sound

  • Southern rock & blues rock classics
  • Swampy grooves and driving rhythms
  • Classic rock crowd favorites
  • High-energy, guitar-driven live shows

River Rats are a strong fit for venues and events looking for authentic Southern rock with attitude, volume, and a crowd-moving presence.


Upcoming Shows – River Rats

Upcoming performances are pulled automatically from the North Florida Live Music Calendar. Once a show is added and approved, it appears here with no manual updates required.


Book River Rats

River Rats are available for:

  • Southern rock & blues rock nights
  • Bars, breweries & live music venues
  • Festivals & outdoor stages
  • Private parties & special events
  • Community celebrations

📩 Booking & Updates:
River Rats – Official Facebook Page


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