Music Row Records recording artist Floyd VanLaningham will give free performances at military bases across Japan through March.

“They are my friends, my people,” VanLaningham said, referring to servicemembers. “I want them to know that we appreciate everything they are doing.”

Backing VanLaningham will be the band Waterfront, which includes retired Master Chief Petty Officer Gary Bernhard on the drums.

“Floyd is a brilliant writer,” Bernhard said Tuesday at Yokosuka Naval Base. “The shows will include some cover tunes ranging from ZZ Top and Aerosmith to Floyd’s music from his last three CDs. Also, we’ll be debuting the first single from Floyd’s upcoming CD scheduled to be released later this year.”

VanLaningham’s upcoming showsSaturday - CPO Club, Yokosuka Naval Base

Feb. 16, 17 — Harbor View Club, Sasebo Naval Base

Feb. 18 — Hario Village Gym

Feb. 21 — Iwakuni Community Club

Feb. 23 — Korafune Lounge, Officers Club, Yokosuka Naval Base

Feb. 24 — Negishi Community Club

Feb. 28 — Sharkey’s Lounge, Club Alliance, Yokosuka Naval Base

March 3 — CPO Club, Yokosuka Naval Base

March 9 — Seaside All Hands Club, Yokosuka Naval Base

March 10 — Zama Community Club

March 16 — Korafune Lounge, Officers Club, Yokosuka Naval Base

March 17— Negishi Community Club

March 28 — Sharkey’s Lounge, Club Alliance, Yokosuka Naval Base