Widespread Panic percussionist Domingo “Sunny” Ortiz joined Bloodkin on Friday for the band’s annual Bloodkin & Friends show at the legendary 40 Watt Club in Athens, GA.
The evening featured an extensive lineup including Kevn Kinney, Jess Franklin, Cameron Williams, Adam Poulin, Scotty Nicholson, Amberly Hutchens, Josh Stack, William Tonks, Kevin Sweeney, Rick Williams, Scott Baston, and David Barbe. Many jam fans know Bloodkin from Widespread Panic’s frequent covers of their songs, making the collaboration a natural fit.
Ortiz also appeared during Kevn Kinney’s acoustic opening set, joining the Drivin N Cryin co-founder and John Neff for a performance of “Let’s Go Dancing”.
Kevn Kinney With Sunny Ortiz & John Neff – “Let’s Go Dancing” (Drivin N Cryin) – 12/19/25
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The sit-in comes as Widespread Panic gears up for a busy close to 2025 and start to 2026. The band is preparing for a three-night New Year’s Eve run at the Fox Theatre in Atlanta before heading to Riviera Maya, Mexico for Panic en la Playa Trece. They’ve also announced a Valentine’s Day weekend run at The Moody Center in Austin, TX and a three-night stand at St. Augustine Amphitheatre in St. Augustine, FL.
Additionally, Widespread Panic recently announced their first return to Birmingham, AL in eight years. Tickets for all upcoming shows are on sale now.
Bloodkin & Friends Featuring Scott Baston & Sunny Ortiz – “Trashy” – 12/19/25
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Bloodkin & Friends Featuring David Barbe – “Ravin’ Beauties” – 12/19/25
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Bloodkin & Friends Featuring Sunny Ortiz – “End Of The Show” – 12/19/25
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Kevn Kinney – “Chattahoochie Coochie Man” – 12/19/25
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Kevn Kinney With John Neff – “This Train Don’t Stop” – 12/19/25
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Kevn Kinney With John Neff – “With The People” –12/19/25
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