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WHAT a weekend to end April! Two FREE events --
☆ ArtNight Pasadena returns Friday
☆ The South Pasadena Eclectic Music Festival is back Saturday
☆ Plus, we have a link for you to watch live performances from Stagecoach, all weekend
☆ and CONCERTS, club gigs, and more FESTIVALS, on into summer and autumn are within, awaiting you!
The vast universe of LIVE MUSIC PERFORMANCES and FESTIVALS is reawakening at lightning fast pace.
We kept going back into our previous edition and adding more and more to the EVENTS WRITEUPS. But that edition is so packed with NEWS FEATURES, it was taking a ridiculous amount of time to add anything, so we threw in the towel with adding more there. Still, remember it's just over yonder to go back and read the news stories.
And now, YOU'VE COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE for all the latest EVENTS, in this "events-only" edition! Things are happening as soon as today/tonight, and on into the coming summer! Don't suffer FOMO / FOMS*. No need to.
Welcome!
* - that's the Fear Of Missing Out and the Fear of Missing Something.
With no further ado, let's get started!
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Okay, we DO have just two news items for artists...
First...
Act NOW; limited time to register
FREE Music Conference sponsored by the Indie Bible
Register online, NOW, for a limited time; event is May 26-29
4th Annual "SWM Virtual Music Conference" is a $197+ value, for free. Indie Bible tells us, it's "a special opportunity for you to take your music career to the next level. And it’s totally free, but only for a limited time.
"Our friend Michael Walker is hosting a virtual music conference with 16 of the top experts in the music industry to reveal the most cutting edge methods on how to succeed in the music business right now.
"You will learn from platinum-selling songwriters ; sync powerhouses who’ve helped musicians make hundreds of thousands of dollars in licensing fees and earn placements on FOX, ESPN, and the CW; mentors who’ve helped their students blow up on TikTok , write hit songs, and 10-20X their fanbase with viral campaigns.
"This will all be covered over four days at the end of May, and much, much more.
"If you’re ready to get your music heard + make a sustainable living with your music, this may be the best thing you do for yourself all year…"
You can claim your free ticket using the link below:
https://www.modernmusician.me/success-with-music-a
"P.S. Once you’ve registered, don’t forget to mark it in your calendar. The entire conference is free . The only 'snag' is that it's ONLY available for a few days. So make sure you go through each session as soon as it’s available."
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Second...
ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME CHANCE
TO OWN JONI MITCHELL'S ARTWORK
Rare opportunities like this don't come around very often. Now's your chance to own a piece of Joni's art and do a fair bit of good while you are it. Joni's partnered with MusiCares® to put up hand-signed and individually-numbered prints of her oil painting of Jimi Hendrix. An edition of just 20, the print features Hendrix with angel wings, setting his guitar on fire at The Monterey Pop Festival in 1967 – although Joni says she “prefers to think of him in Heaven.”
100% of the proceeds go to MusiCares® to help provide a safety net of critical assistance for music people in times of need. All prints come with a Certificate of Authenticity proving the quality, provenance and authenticity of this product.
Full info:
https://store.jonimitchell.com/jimi-hand-signed-limited-edition-print.html
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EVENTS
Fri, Apr 29, 6-10 pm, FREE
"ART NIGHT PASADENA"
Throughout the city of Pasadena CA, in major and minor galleries, museums, music venues, and more.
Back tonight for the first time after lockdown, last month scheduled but cancelled. This event happens twice a year, spring and fall.
FREE, and FREE transportation among the venues is provided. There's something for every taste in every genre, from trad to contemporary, dance to music to visual arts to theater to history, and different cultures are showcased.
Venues:
Armory Center For The Arts
Artcenter College Of Design- Hillside Campus, Williamson Gallery
Pasadena City Hall
Kidspace Children’s Museum
Lineage Performing Arts Center
MUSE/IQUENorton Simon Museum
Pasadena Museum Of History
Pasadena Playhouse
USC Pacific Asia Museum
Artworks Teen Center
Jackie Robinson Community Center
Light Bringer Project @ Day One
Parson’s Nose Theater
Pasadena City College
Pasadena Unified School District
Shumei Arts Council
Full info, schedule, route map of free shuttles, all at:
https://www.visitpasadena.com/events/annual-events/artnight/
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Fri, Apr 29, 8 pm
An Evening with Roger McGuinn
at the the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, 750 W Lancaster Bl, Lancaster CA 93534.
The Byrds founder, front man and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer does a night of great music, reminiscing and nostalgia. With his innovative jingle-jangle style of guitar playing, McGuinn and the Byrds soared to the top of the charts with hits “Mr. Tambourine Man,” “Turn, Turn, Turn,” “Eight Miles High” and “Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door” (with Bob Dylan).
Tix (hurry!): www.lpac.org/event/an-evening-with-roger-mcguinn/
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Fri, Apr 29, 7 pm
Multi IBMA Award winner & Grammy nom Missy Raines, with her band Missy Raines & Allegheny, featuring Ben Garnett, Tristan Scroggins, Ellie Hakanson and newest member, Eli Gilbert on banjo, after thrilling the audience at McCabe's on a special Thursday night bill, have one more Southern Cal gig, at the Museum of Making Music, 5790 Armada Dr, Carlsbad CA 92008
Info & tix: https://www.museumofmakingmusic.org/listening-track/missy-raines
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Fri, Apr 29-Sun, May 1, FESTIVAL
Annual "Berkeley Bluegrass Festival" in Northern Cal, at the
Freight and Salvage Coffeehouse, 2020 Addison, Berkeley CA
Grammy winner Laurie Lewis performs Friday with her band, Laurie Lewis and the Right Hands, and also appearing are Tim O'Brien and Jan Fabricius, and the Jacob Jolliff Band.
Laurie tells us, "I will be part of the NorthSouthEastWest Jam, along with Michael Daves, Missy Raines, Tatiana Hargreaves, and Kristin Scott Benson. On Sunday, I'll take in some of the workshops, and bask in the music of Missy, Kathy Kallick, and the Grascals."
Free workshops, jams and other activities are offered throughout the weekend.
Info & tix: https://thefreight.org/2022bluegrass/
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Fri, Apr 29, 6-8 pm, livestreamed to your screen
Andy & Renee, performing hosts of DYLANFEST and co-leaders of Hard Rain, the band named multiple years in a row as Best Band in the South Bay, present their 169th livestreamed concert.
Watch Live or anytime afterwards at:
https://youtu.be/_D3LmVDKfgE
Their Livestream shows are free to watch, and the option to contribute is there for those who are in a position to do so. You can see their astonishingly massive song list to make requests and contribute at:
https://andyandrenee.com/tickets-tips-merch
You can also contribute at PayPal (paypal.me/andyandrenee) or Venmo, (www.venmo.com/Renee-Safier).
A portion of the proceeds go to the Los Angeles Midnight Mission.
Also remember to get your DYLANFEST tix while they're still going for the early bird discount. See: https://andyandrenee.com/dylanfest
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SOME this weekend, some soon...
"Excitement" and "Museum" DO go together!
Wow! It's a comprehensive catalog of Institutions, Exhibition Titles, Exhibition Dates, special events -- some with live musical performances -- and more.
SOME END THIS WEEKEND OR NEXT, so do not put this off.
See & download the whole catalog at:
https://socalmuseums.org/spring-22/
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We thought we'd include a few listings...
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Exhibits | The California Science Center:
https://californiasciencecenter.org/exhibits
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Current Exhibitions – USC Pacific Asia Museum:
https://pacificasiamuseum.usc.edu/exhibitions/current/
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Watch ANYTIME, ON-DEMAND, if you missed it live...
Held on Wed, Apr 27, noon Pacific
"10th Annual Luncheon: Building a Safer Future" online event.
Grammy-nominated Songwriter and Community Advocate Hollis Wong-Wear hosts. Special musical performance from Claudine Magbag. Keynote speaker is Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell.
Use this link to watch the program on-demand.
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WATCH LIVE ONLINE starting Apr 29 at 3 pm, at:
https://m.youtube.com/user/stagecoach
Granted, the live webcast is most likely to bring you pop-country Nashvulle acts, instead of the Folk-Americana stars on the two "B" stages where they perform.
Tix TO ATTEND in person are STILL AVAILABLE. The hugely expensive VIP tier tix are all sold-out (they went for $829-$1299) but gen'l adm weekend passes are still available for $399 + fees.
STAGECOACH features plenty of perqs. Most necessary of those is the "Any Line Shuttle Pass." Shuttles offer the easiest transportation to and from a number of local hotels and the far-flung park & ride locations.
A single wristband grants access to the festival for all three (3) days. You may wander from stage to stage and experience other activities including the HONKYTONK DANCE HALL, HALF-PINT HOOTENANNY for kids, delicious BBQ and more.
Other amenities include:
Ample Shaded Rest Areas; Free Water Refill Stations; Hundreds of Food Vendors; Wide Beer Selection & Full Bars; Extensive Restroom Facilities (incl. Flushing Toilets); Free Phone Charging Stations.
Friday
2:10pm Reyna Roberts
4:40pm Laci Kaye Booth
5:55pm Travis Denning
DJ Set By Chachi
Saturday
2:10pm Caylee Hammack
4:40pm Mitchell Tenpenny
5:55pm Shy Carter
DJ Set By Disko Cowboy
Sunday
2:00pm Hailey Whitters
4:00pm Flatland Cavalry
5:15pm Lindsay Ell
DJ Set By Tiana Verhagen
Yes, the world-class Budweiser Clydesdales are also there, at the nearby resort.
New to the festival are California’s homegrown COMPTON COWBOYS. They are ten Black riders on horseback whose small ranch is one of the very last in a formerly semi rural area of Compton -- and they are bringing their horses to Stagecoach to tell their story and share in the experience.
You can take in the breathtaking birdseye views from the top of the FERRIS WHEEL. This popular marriage proposal site is busiest at sunset. Take your sweetie for a whirl! Additional cost per ride.
GUY FIERI'S STAGECOACH SMOKEHOUSE runs daily, as does the IKON PASS LOUNGE (accessible to all attendees), and YEEHAW, the spacious and shaded structure in the lobby next to the ferris wheel, it features the Horseshoe Stage (we don't know the lineup on that one.)
Official info & tix:
https://www.stagecoachfestival.com/
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Sam Baker plays the famous concert hall in back of McCabe's Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica CA 90405
Tix & info, https://www.mccabes.com/
McCabe's still requires a VAX CARD and MASK to enter the venue.
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The Folk Collection play the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena, CA 91001
All the classics of the '60s folk revival, they get audiences singing, toe-tapping, and smiling.
Tix, $20.
Full info: https://www.coffeegallery.com
Reservations: 626-798-6236
Proof of vax required, masks optional.
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"Eclectic Music Festival" returns to South Pasadena
Sat, Apr 30, 3-10 pm
FREE
We'll let Phil Ward describe this one:
"The Eclectic is back! This is definitely one of my favorite things about living in Southern California. At the Eclectic Music Festival in South Pasadena, you get 65 acts on 13 stages, all walkable and all free. Hard to believe, but I swear it's true. I'll be there, moving from venue to venue and clapping like a madman. Take the Metro Gold Line right into the heart of it, or park anywhere on the outskirts of downtown South Pasadena and walk in. See you there?"
Stages and lineups:
https://southpasadena.net/eclectic-2022-scheduled-for-april-30/
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Pasadena Symphony's season closer
Beethoven's 5th plus Prokofiev Piano Concerto No. 3
Ambassador Auditorium, Pasadena
Keitaro Harada, conductor
Ran Dank, piano
James Thatcher, horn
• Brett Banducci In Nomine (world premiere)
• Prokofiev Piano Concerto No. 3
• Beethoven Symphony No. 5
"The four most famous notes in Classical music close the season on Saturday, April 30, with Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5 leading a blockbuster program. Our Composers Showcase presents a world premiere by Brett Banducci, and acclaimed pianist Ran Dank delivers passion and pyrotechnics for Prokofiev Piano Concerto No. 3."
“Dank played with impeccable technical surety…explosive force and triumphant exultation.” ~ Washington Post
A recipient of numerous honors, including the Naumburg and Sydney International Piano Competitions, Ran Dank has earned international recognition for his technical virtuosity. Dank is also an ardent advocate for contemporary music, and with his wife and fellow pianist Soyeon Kate Lee, established "Music by the Glass," a concert series held in a SoHo art gallery dedicated to bringing together young professionals in New York City.
Learn more about their partnership on and off the concert stage and their inspiration for the modern day salon with this video Library of Congress interview.
Tix, 626-793-7172 or click here:
https://pasadenasymphony-pops.secure.force.com/ticket/#/
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Honey Whiskey Trio plays the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena, CA 91001
The Los Angeles based trio tell stories through song and stomp, highlighting the musical traditions of American Folk Music. They are national award winners.
Tix, $20.
Full info: https://www.coffeegallery.com
Reservations: 626-798-6236
Proof of vax required, masks optional.
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Josh Rouse plays the famous concert hall in back of McCabe's Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica CA 90405
Tix & info, https://www.mccabes.com/
McCabe's still requires a VAX CARD and MASK to enter the venue.
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& prefer something other than the Stagecoach livestream...
Grand Ole Opry livestream this Saturday night
Live online, performances from Wendy Moten, Becky Buller Band, John Conlee, John Crist, Michael Martin Murphy, Don Schlitz, Connie Smith, and Charlie Worsham. The show starts at 5 pm Pacific time on 650 AM in Tennessee and surrounding states, and globally on WSMRadio.com -- direct to the listen link:
https://wsmradio.com/listen-live/
Get the WSM app FREE on their site if you want.
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More from the Opry's home radio station...
Bill Cody's Pick of the Week: New Music from Brett Eldredge
Each week on "Coffee, Country & Cody," Bill Cody shares his top pick from a new release. This week he chose Brett Eldredge's new song "Songs About You." Listen on-demand at:
https://wsmradio.com/listen-live/
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"Celebrate Mom Art and Craft Faire"
in Dana Point Harbor, Dana Point CA
Enjoy all the family fun along the water’s edge. There's live music, a special Flower bar for make and take bouquets, vendors of handmade goods, and a festive photo backdrop. Grab your mom, a gal pal or the fam and head over, Free to attend and Free parking. More at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/modern-makers-mart-dana-point-harbor-tickets-307628464017
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Sun, May 1
Cinco de Mayo is a big deal in Southern Cal. In addition to the lical stuff where you live, we know There's a big celebration in Pasadena at the Rose Bowl,, early, May 1st, THIS Sunday.
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at the Muckenthaler Cultural Center, 1201 W Malvern Av, Fullerton, CA 92833
■ From Noon to 4 pm it's a FREE afternoon of Hawaiian Music and Crafts at "the Muck." The Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim of California (or whatever they call themselves) will be there, as well as half a dozen authentic performing arts groups, and art activities for the kids.
■ as part of the Hawaiian Event, their Artist in Resident, Marlo De Lara, invites you to witness and be part of her creative process. That happens in the gallery during the Hawaiian festivities.
■ when you're done at the Muck, head over to Fullerton College for the first ever "FULLERTON FAUX FESTIVAL," a celebration of tribute bands. (See separate listing.)
Info on the Muck, www.themuck.org
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Sun, May 1, 6 pm:
"THE FULLERTON FAUX FESTIVAL"
Some of the best tribute acts are signed to play this.
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All proceeds go to Fullerton-based charities for youth, education, and social services
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Presented by the Rotary Club of Fullerton at the Fullerton College Campus Theatre.
Why pay thousands to see old legends perform from the back of Staples Center a bit past their prime, when you can see the best version of them in their glory days while raising money for Fullerton charities?
MASKS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS EVENT.
Features:
□ KENNY METCALF AS "ELTON: THE EARLY YEARS." “Witnessing his performance is like re-living infamous shows such as the Dodger Stadium show in 1975, where I performed with Elton. I'm proud to have performed several times with Kenny. Being on stage with him is surreal." ~ Caleb Quaye, Producer & Guitarist for Elton John (Responsible for Elton John's first record deal).
□ THE HOLLYWOOD STONES: “The Premier Rolling Stones Tribute Band. They Really Have the Devil By The Tail” ~ NBC News.
□ SEAN OLIU & THE COASTLINE COWBOYS IN A TRIBUTE TO JOHNNY CASH: he's the 2020 "OC Artist of the Year" and featured country music artist on the Music Center's 61st & 62nd LA Holiday Celebration on PBS.
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Gen'l Adm: $65
VIP (Front section): $100
Student: $32.50 with valid Student ID; only available at the Door or through an email request for will-call tickets.
Tix & info:
https://www.hornetscholars.com/fff
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The Eagles Ronstadt Experience
plays Alvas Showroom, 1417 W 8th St, San Pedro CA 90732; 310-833-3281
A "tremendous tribute to the writing, performance, style and sound of the California country, folk, and rock music superstars has been carefully and thoughtfully re-created for the highest entertainment value."
Tix, Alvasshowroom.com
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Jim Kweskin at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena, CA 91001
Tix, $25
He founded of the legendary 1960s Jim Kweskin Jug Band with Fritz Richmond, Geoff Muldaur, Maria Muldaur, Mel Lyman and Bruno Wolfe.
During the five years they were together, they successfully transformed the sounds of pre-World War II rural music into a springboard for their good-humored performances. Their imitators were legion, including a San Francisco jug band that became the Grateful Dead, a Los Angeles jug band that became the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, and a New York jug band that became the Lovin' Spoonful.
No other group attained their unique blend of youthful energy and antiquarian expertise, tight musicianship, loose camaraderie, and infectious swing. Check him out at www.jimkweskin.com
Full info: https://www.coffeegallery.com
Reservations: 626-798-6236
Proof of vax required, masks optional.
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Anna Tivel plays the famous concert hall in back of McCabe's Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica CA 90405
Tix & info, https://www.mccabes.com/
McCabe's still requires a VAX CARD and MASK to enter the venue.
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Blues & Jazz festivals
A must-have, downloadable publication is available FREE from Downbeat magazine. It's packed with more than 125 listings for festivals around the U.S., Canada, Europe and the world, check out "The 2022 International Jazz Festival Guide,." at:
https://archive.maherpublications.com/view/724388028/
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Andy & Renee, performing hosts & producers of DYLANFEST, co-leaders of Hard Rain -- named the best band in the South Bay multiple years in a row, play their every Wednesday residency at the The Pitcher House Upper Deck, 409 N Pacific Coast Highway, Suite 200, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
They remind you to GET YOUR 32nd annual DYLANFEST tix while they're still earlybird discounted. Get em tonight or online, at: https://andyandrenee.com/dylanfest
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Wed, May 4, 7:30 pm
It's an evening of music celebrating Barbara Morrison, Los Angeles blues & jazz legend and a frequent performer on The Muck main stage. The show features a live concert and video tribute.
Bill Cunliffe leads an incredible band that includes Luther Hughes, bass, Paul Kreibich, drums, Rickey Woodard, Sax, Ron Eschete guitar, Debbie Ebert and Dawn Bishop on vocals. The CSUF Jazz combo will open the show.
Performance in the outdoor amphitheater.
Tickets:
$30 non-member, $20 student/senior, $15 member
Tix: https://themuck.org/program/2022-05-04
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Jason Anick Trio w/ opener Chris Murphy play the famous concert hall in back of McCabe's Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica CA 90405
Tix & info, https://www.mccabes.com/
McCabe's still requires a VAX CARD and MASK to enter the venue.
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Annenberg Community Beach House, 415 Pacific Coast Hwy, Santa Monica CA 90402; 310-458-4904
No specific event today, but a lovely place to go if you're headed to the beach.
This facility, at Santa Monica State Beach, is a public beach facility, with Courtyard, splash pad, view deck, testrooms, free & open to the public daily. The Beach House is on the location of a now-demolished 110-room mansion that was built for Marion Davies by William Randolph Hearst. Though the main mansion was demolished in the 1950s and other buildings were subsequently altered or torn down, the picturesque 7,000 square-foot North Guest House and main pool remain today.
Full info:
https://g.co/kgs/eiePnG
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"The Story Behind the Song" presented by folk legend John McCutcheon, for the final installment of his online series for the
Pasadena Folk Music Society, an organization with a long history of presenting live concerts on the Caltech campus in Pasadena CA
McCutcheon's spoken introductions to songs built into his reputation as a skilled storyteller. In this concert, he'll talk about his inspiration for various songs, the historical research that he uses for some, the references behind particular lines, and other yarns. Ticket holders will have an opportunity to submit requests and questions in advance.
Tickets are $20 each, providing 48 hours of online access.
Series web site / email signup: pasadenafolkmusicsociety.org
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Sat, May 7
Ray LaMontagne and Sierra Ferrell
Hollywood Pantages Theatre
Tix: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0B005C49CBDF3401
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Jim Kweskin w/ Fiona Kweskin play the famous concert hall in back of McCabe's Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica CA 90405
Tix & info, https://www.mccabes.com/
McCabe's still requires a VAX CARD and MASK to enter the venue.
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Valley Opera & Performing Arts
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Sat, May 7, 7 pm
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Word to the wise, send flowers or chocolates, stay outta trouble.
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"MOMentum Place" is a big-deal Mother's Day event at
Will Geer's Theatricum Botanicum in the heart of Topanga Canyon, Topanga CA
Brunch available at 12 pm as an add-on ticket at checkout.
Their publicity says it all: "Momentum Place is a spectacular event like no other, curated by Lexi Pearl. A dreamy day where the circus takes over the stage. Aerialists fly through the air, dancers embody the music. Jugglers, contortionists and special surprises create spectacles beyond imagination. Gather in celebration of mothers and love for one another. Momentum is the Place to be!"
Info on this event and their entire season, & tix, at:
https://theatricum.com/momentum-place/
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Sun, May 8, 6 pm Pacific, STREAMING...
INDIGO GIRLS tour launches with LIVE STREAM CONCERT
The Grammy-winning iconic folk duo's full summer tour schedule with Rickie Lee Jones, Brandi Carlile, Sarah McLachlan, Neko Case, and more, with support acts for Indigo Girls including Katie Pruitt, Danielle Howle, Becky Warren, Ruthie Foster, Lucy Wainwright Roche, and more.
“...the combined voices of Amy Ray and Emily Saliers [Indigo Girls] sound as instinctive and magical as ever.” ~ Associated Press.
* MAY 8, 6 pm PT/ 9 pm ET, streaming concert special on VEEPS: woven between multi-cam performances, Emily Saliers & Amy Ray -- the Indigo Girls -- discuss songwriting and reveal inspirations behind signature songs in a series of intimate home movie segments. "Look Long: Together," the title of the concert, the tour, and their new album, is, in this special, a one-of-a-kind celebration of nearly four decades of Indigo Girls music and community.
Veeps is now available on Apple TV, Roku, iOS, and Android. Once you purchase your ticket, you can (a) download the app, or (b) stream online. Just get ready for a one-of-a-kind night of Indigo Girls, May 8. Full info at
https://indigogirls.veeps.com
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Rick Holmstrom Band, w/special guest "The King of Downey" play the famous concert hall in back of McCabe's Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica CA 90405
Tix & info, https://www.mccabes.com/
McCabe's still requires a VAX CARD and MASK to enter the venue.
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Chanticleer
Caltech Public Programming's CaltechLive! series is back, in person, at Beckman Auditorium with the The GRAMMY® Award-winning vocal ensemble. Get tix NOW before they make the official announcement to the general public. Tix, $45 General admission, here.
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Gerry O'Connor plays the famous concert hall in back of McCabe's Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica CA 90405
Tix & info, https://www.mccabes.com/
McCabe's still requires a VAX CARD and MASK to enter the venue.
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35TH ANNUAL AVALON SILENT FILM SHOWCASE MAIN EVENT
Info & tix: https://www.catalinamuseum.org/calendar/event/2378483
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First festival kicks off May 14–15 in Inglewood with live music, art activations, food trucks, and more
In celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Getty Center, the Getty Trust and a diverse group of community partners are launching a 10-part series of free outdoor art festivals in neighborhoods across Los Angeles County from May 14 to August 28.
Each festival, produced by Community Arts Resources, is a unique reflection of the community where it takes place.
Info on all ten, at:
https://www.getty.edu/news/getty-announces-locations-for-10-free-community-art-festivals-across-los-angeles/
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"THE ART OF POETRY PERFORMANCE"
workshop by musician, composer, poet & presenter of "Sonic Storytelling Arts" MARY LOU NEWMARK at Beyond Baroque Literary Arts Center, 681 Venice Bl, Venice Beach / Los Angeles, CA 90291
She tells us, "I will be teaching the art of Poetry Performance, drawing on my decades of experience on stages, both concert and theatrical. Receive in person individualized coaching from me in a safe and supportive environment. See all the details, and sign up on Eventbrite with the link below."
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/poetry-performance-with-mary-lou-newmark-tickets-313779812867
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A.J. Lee & Blue Summit play the famous concert hall in back of McCabe's Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica CA 90405
Tix & info, https://www.mccabes.com/
McCabe's still requires a VAX CARD and MASK to enter the venue.
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Topanga Banjo•Fiddle Contest & Folk Festival
One of the longest-running music festivals in the USA, and often recognized as "the finest one-day folk festival anywhere."
Get Tix early so you won't wait in line. Plus, REGISTER AS A CONTESTANT (now!), sign-up to VOLUNTEER (now! -- vols get free admission!), and find all the history, lineups of professional acts performing, and all the info, at:
https://www.topangabanjofiddle.org
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Tix & info, https://www.mccabes.com/
McCabe's still requires a VAX CARD and MASK to enter the venue.
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Fri, May 20
Martha Scanlan & Jon Neufeld play the famous concert hall in back of McCabe's Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica CA 90405
Tix & info, https://www.mccabes.com/
McCabe's still requires a VAX CARD and MASK to enter the venue.
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The Los Angeles Virtuosi Orchestra (LAV)
Conducted by Carlo Ponti
Theatre Raymond Kabbaz, 10361 W Pico Bl, Los Angeles, CA 90064
310-286-0553
Emerging young soloists perform J.S. Bach’s Fifth Brandenburg Concerto, and the West Coast premiere of French composer Charles Koechlin’s Sur les flots lointains.
Fulfilling LAV’s mission to support music education, net profit from this concert goes towards the advancement and support of music education programs in schools in Southern California.
LAV is the only professional orchestra in the United States to offer aspiring young soloists the opportunity to rehearse and perform with the most talented musicians in the country. Access to a professional orchestra allows the next generation of aspiring talent to see how the pros work on their craft and pushes them to aspire to greater heights, bringing a professional career into focus.
Maestro Carlo Ponti is the founder of LAV, prior to which he was the music director and principal conductor of the San Bernardino Symphony, and Associate Conductor of the Russian National Orchestra.
* Proof of full vaccination required for entry, masks strongly recommended indoors.
Tix, $30 General Admission, $15 Student / Senior, at:
https://lavattrk.eventive.org/welcome
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present SPRING CONCERTS, MAY 20-22
Or just buy a ticket and bring your music pals.
For any or all of the above, send an email to
meetings@sfscottishfiddler.org
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HERITAGE OF ALOHA FESTIVAL
returns as a FREE event (free admission & free parking) at Heritage Park, 12100 Mora Dr, Santa Fe Springs CA
This splendid two-day Festival showcases Hawai'i & Polynesia heritage with continuous music and dance on a big stage, island cuisine, an outdoor marketplace, cultural workshops, more.
Features the OHANA UKULELE CONTEST, wherein you can play a song and you go home with a brand new Ohana ukulele.
The venue, Heritage Park, is a delightful refuge with beautiful landscaped greenery and a rich history of the Gabrieleño Indians. This 6-acre park was also home to the Hawkins Ranch that prospered in the 1880's. Beauty, history, cultural heritage, and a festival that recognizes all of it in its publicity.
Here's the entertainment schedule:
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SAT sched - MAY 21st
Festival runs until 6 pm. No dogs or coolers allowed.
■ HALAU HULA NA MEAKANU O LAKA O HAWAI'I, 10:00 am
Kumu Hula Mohala Reese from Lakewood, California
■ HALAU NA MAMO 'O PANA'EWA, 10:45 am
Kumu Hula Keoki Wang from North Hills, California
■ RYUKYUKOKU MATSURI DAIKO (OKINAWAN TAIKO), 11:30 am
Branch Leader/Coordinator Stephanie Ajifu from Los Angeles, California
■ HO'OILINA FOUNDATION AWARD FOR 2022, 11:45 am
Ho'oilina Foundation Board Members
■ SPAM MUSUBI EATING CONTEST, 12:15 pm
A.K.U. Grindz from Lomita, California
■ GLORY OF PARADISE, 1:30 pm
Leader Kealoha Sarno from La Mirada, California
■ GERI KUHIA & MEHANA, 2:30 pm
Singers & Musicians from Carson, California
with Hula by 'Aina Creations from Anaheim, California
■ ALOHA HULA POLYNESIAN DANCE STUDIO, 3:15 pm
Kumu Hula Lyn Del Pedersen from Granda Hills, California
■ FAIVA (POLYNESIAN MUSIC), 4:00 pm
Dr. Grant Muāgututi’a, Loa Greyson & Vaea A’etonu from Southern California
■ LE POLYNESIA, 5:00 pm
Leaders Guy & Lori Montgomery from Aliso Viejo, California
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SUN sched - MAY 22nd
Festival runs until 5:00 pm. No dogs or coolers allowed.
■ KA 'OHANA HO'ONANI SADDLEBACK HULA MINISTRY, 10:00 am
Akua Praise with Leader Linda Merritt from Lake Forest, California
■ TUPUA PRODUCTIONS, 10:45 am
Team Leaders Stephan and Melody Seanoa from Santa Ana, California
■ 'OHANA 'UKULELE CONTEST WITH THE LEE SISTERS, 12:00 pm
Judges: Lise Lee, Emeline Lee & Mitch Chang
■ LOKELANI'S RHYTHM OF THE ISLANDS, 1:45 pm
Leaders Roy & Lokelani Asuega from Huntington Beach, California
■ HALAU HULA A KAWIKA LAUA 'O LEINANI, 2:45 pm
Kumu Hula Kawika & Leinani Viloria from Diamond Bar, California
■ FINAL RAFFLE FOR GRAND PRIZE, 3:45 pm
■ NONOSINA, 4:00 pm
Leader Tiana Liufau from Anaheim, California
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Full info: https://heritageofaloha.com/
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51st Annual "Northwest Folklife Festival" is both in-person & simulcast from Seattle Center, the lovely preserved World's Fair site in downtown Seattle WA, AND it's online at nwfolklife.org
The many pages of scheduled Folk-Americana, world folk music, workshops, dance, and bunches more, is coming the 1st week of May. It's just a month away from this reliably excellent event on Memorial Day weekend.
In a few days, the link will take you to the launch of their new festival website, give you the schedules for the astonishing numbers of acts on bunches of stages -- including themed events, like the maritime and sea chantey lineup, and you'll be able to get the app to attend or know when to tine-in on the web. So check in there the 1st week of May, and you'll find the complete list of participating artists, vendors, sponsors, and more, and maybe find the lure so irrestible that you'll start planning a road trip.
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Jeanne Cherhal performs "Cinema"
Theatre Raymond Kabbaz, 10361 W Pico Bl, Los Angeles, CA 90064
310-286-0553
Performing solo with a piano, Cherhal interprets songs that marked generations of moviegoers, and takes us on a nostalgic musical tour of French and European cinema.
Cherhal has become a force of contemporary French music, known for her vivacious live shows evoking French chansons and cabaret. Her quirky piano style and forays into the experimental, showcase what some listeners identify as the evident influence of Tori Amos or Bjork.
This is not a playlist of hit songs, but rather a poetic evocation of cinema from a byegone era, a playlist of celebrated songs composed by the likes of Serge Gainsbourg (Sous le Soleil Exactement for the film Anna), a song sung by Catherine Deneuve (Recette pour un cake d’amour for the film Peau d’Âne), Parle Plus Bas by Dalida, Pul Marine by Isabelle Adjani, and so many more.
* Proof of full vaccination required for entry, masks strongly recommended indoors.
Tix, $35 Premium seating + a complimentary glass of wine; $30 General Admission (no wine included); $25 Students & Seniors; at: https://lavattrk.eventive.org/welcome
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Laurence Juber plays the famous concert hall in back of McCabe's Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica CA 90405
Tix & info, https://www.mccabes.com/
McCabe's still requires a VAX CARD and MASK to enter the venue.
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June 3–5, 2022
For MANY of us, our attendance at the 2020 NAMM Show -- just before the pandemic hit and the world shut-down -- was the fond and hopeful memory that helped remind us we would eventually get through, and GET BACK TO LIVE MUSIC. And sure enough, that day has come!
Thousands of brands across music, pro audio and entertainment technology are participating in the show.
Over 200 education sessions will be presented by music, pro audio, and live event experts.
Exclusive Disneyland discounts: NAMM Show attendees can access discounted rates for up to 6 Disneyland tickets. "With NAMM Show dates moving back to January in the next coming years, this is a unique opportunity to experience the happiest place on earth during the sunny California summertime," notes NAMM's publicity.
NAMM participants get planning perqs: Access a variety of travel resources including the hotel reservation block, discounts, and more to plan your trip.
TRUE, NAMM IS NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC -- IT IS A "MUSIC-INDUSTRY-ONLY" EVENT. It needs to be, because everything operates at capacity with all the music movers-and-shakers, innovators, marketers, and music-makers. But hang on: If you play a professional role in music, you qualify! Check it out at their website, before the opportunity slips away.
Then you can register to attend the show and start planning your trip!
All info at:
https://www.namm.org/
If you are a NAMM member or affiliate, go to: https://registration.namm.org/wn22/register
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Fellow Pynins plays the famous concert hall in back of McCabe's Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica CA 90405
Tix & info, https://www.mccabes.com/
McCabe's still requires a VAX CARD and MASK to enter the venue.
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Sat, June 4
32nd annual "DYLANFEST"
Torrance Cultural Arts Center, Torrance CA
This is a Guide favorite, every year. Splendid performances and production values, dozens of musicians, all Bob Dylan songs with no repeats, and good food.
Early Bird Tickets ON SALE NOW
$35, 4/16 through 6/3
Tickets at the door $40
VIP Tickets (with many nice perqs) $100
Get tickets and info at
https://andyandrenee.com/dylanfest
Sat, Jun 4
The Rave-Ups play the famous concert hall in back of McCabe's Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica CA 90405
Tix & info, https://www.mccabes.com/
McCabe's still requires a VAX CARD and MASK to enter the venue.
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Sun, Jun 5
Eilen Jewell plays the famous concert hall in back of McCabe's Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica CA 90405
Tix & info, https://www.mccabes.com/
McCabe's still requires a VAX CARD and MASK to enter the venue.
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39th "San Francisco Jazz Festival" features 44 concerts in 12 days at 4 venues throughout the Bay Area.
Rhiannon Giddens is featured among headliners who include Gregory Porter, Christian McBride, Chucho Valdés, Dianne Reeves, Joe Lovano, Nubya Garcia, Brandee Younger, Danilo Pérez, Gonzalo Rubalcaba, Jane Monheit, Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio, and many more. Tickets available now at: SFJAZZ.org
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Fri, Jun 10
Suzzy Roche & Lucy Wainwright Roche play the famous concert hall in back of McCabe's Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica CA 90405
Tix & info, https://www.mccabes.com/
McCabe's still requires a VAX CARD and MASK to enter the venue.
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Jun 14, 15, & 16
Bob Dylan
Hollywood Pantages Theatre
Tix: https://www.ticketmaster.com/artist/734972/
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Fri, Jun 17
The Lowest Pair plays the famous concert hall in back of McCabe's Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica CA 90405
Tix & info, https://www.mccabes.com/
McCabe's still requires a VAX CARD and MASK to enter the venue.
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Sat, Jun 18
Mary Gauthier plays the famous concert hall in back of McCabe's Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica CA 90405
Tix & info, https://www.mccabes.com/
McCabe's still requires a VAX CARD and MASK to enter the venue.
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Jun 20-24; sign up to get coverage
"Cannes Lions Festival" is a week of convening and conversations in Cannes, France, on the future of advertising, media and marketing trends. Axios and Zefr will be there sending-out live coverage of this year's event, and you can sign-up to get it, for FREE, at: https://axioszefr_cannes.splashthat.com/
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Fri & Sat, Jun 24 & 25
Brandi Carlile
Greek Theatre, Los Angeles
Tix: https://www.ticketmaster.com/artist/974048/
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Fri, Jun 24
Tom Paxton & the DonJauns play the famous concert hall in back of McCabe's Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica CA 90405
Tix & info, https://www.mccabes.com/
McCabe's still requires a VAX CARD and MASK to enter the venue.
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Sat, Jun 25
Kim Richey plays the famous concert hall in back of McCabe's Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica CA 90405
Tix & info, https://www.mccabes.com/
McCabe's still requires a VAX CARD and MASK to enter the venue.
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Fri, Jul 8
Rachel Baiman plays the famous concert hall in back of McCabe's Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica CA 90405
Tix & info, https://www.mccabes.com/
McCabe's still requires a VAX CARD and MASK to enter the venue.
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Sat, Jul 9
Gill Landry plays the famous concert hall in back of McCabe's Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica CA 90405
Tix & info, https://www.mccabes.com/
McCabe's still requires a VAX CARD and MASK to enter the venue.
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Sat, Jul 16
Doug MacLeod plays the famous concert hall in back of McCabe's Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica CA 90405
Tix & info, https://www.mccabes.com/
McCabe's still requires a VAX CARD and MASK to enter the venue.
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Fri, Jul 22
Ordinary Elephant & Ernest Troost play the famous concert hall in back of McCabe's Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica CA 90405
Tix & info, https://www.mccabes.com/
McCabe's still requires a VAX CARD and MASK to enter the venue.
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Sun, Jul 24
The Hawthorns play the famous concert hall in back of McCabe's Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica CA 90405
Tix & info, https://www.mccabes.com/
McCabe's still requires a VAX CARD and MASK to enter the venue.
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Fri, Sep 16
Eliza Gilkyson w/ Nina Gerber play the famous concert hall in back of McCabe's Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica CA 90405
Tix & info, https://www.mccabes.com/
McCabe's still requires a VAX CARD and MASK to enter the venue.
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Sep 25
Buddy Guy - Kenny Wayne Shepherd
Vina Robles Amphitheatre
Tix: ON SALE FRI, APR 22, 10 AM
https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/09005C8CEBB63013
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Sat & Sun, Oct 15 &16:
"GoldenSky Country Music Festival" with headliners Tim McGraw (Saturday) and Sam Hunt (Sunday) lead a lineup that features Brothers Osborne, Midland, Carly Pearce, Parmalee, Michael Ray, Diamond Rio, Brian Kelley, Lindsay Ell and many more; includes the "Craft Beer Festival" & "Farm-To-Fork Food." All at Discovery Park in Sacramento, CA
New event produced by DWP in partnership with Visit Sacramento.
GoldenSky Country Music Festival: Tim McGraw, Sam Hunt, Brothers Osborne, Midland & More With Craft Beer Festival & Farm-To-Fork Food Oct. 15 &16 In Sacramento, CA; New Event Produced By DWP In Partnership With Visit Sacramento.
Scheduled to feature top-tier country music artists across two days on three stages, along with unique experiences including a craft beer festival featuring tastings from local and national breweries, “farm-to-fork” dining opportunities from some of Sacramento’s best restaurants, a dance hall saloon, a mechanical bull and more.
“Besides the amazing lineup, GoldenSky has been curated to create a one-of-a-kind country music festival experience rooted in the capital city,” says Chamie McCurry, Chief Marketing Officer at Danny Wimmer Presents.
She continues, “Our GoldenSky Beer Festival allows fans to tailgate INSIDE the festival with unlimited sampling over 100 craft beers, The Farmhouse will showcase some of the best farm-to-fork offerings in Sacramento, the El Dorado Market will be THE place to shop for souvenirs, and we can’t wait to see everyone line dancing in the River City Saloon & Dance Hall. It’s been three years in the making and we couldn’t be more excited to finally be here today, announcing it to the world.”
Watch the GoldenSky announcement video here:
https://youtu.be/LRPcQEKCKUU
The current music lineup for GoldenSky Country Music Festival is:
Saturday, October 15: Tim McGraw, Brothers Osborne, Carly Pearce, Diamond Rio, Brian Kelley (of Florida Georgia Line), Lindsay Ell, Matt Stell, Chase Matthew, Madeline Edwards, Bailey Zimmerman, as well as local music artists Willie D McClung and Mabilene.
Sunday, October 16: Sam Hunt, Midland, Michael Ray, Parmalee, Breland, Elvie Shane, Ernest, Brittney Spencer, Lily Rose, Alexandra Kay.
In addition to two full days of music performances, GoldenSky will feature an array of onsite experiences, including:
■ "The GoldenSky Beer Festival": both days 11:45 am-2:45 pm (21+), the festival within the festival showcases local, regional and national craft beers, unlimited complimentary tastings with more than 100 different selections of beer, hard seltzer and ciders, and a commemorative festival cup. It's free with your festival admission IF you purchase your passes before May 6. After that, you can add it on to your festival purchase for $10 per person, per day, or $15 for the weekend.
■ River City Saloon & Dance Hall: Boot-scoot in for dancin’ 'n drinkin’, with line dancing, partner two-stepping, and lessons. And there's Billy, the house mechanical bull.
■ El Dorado Market: shop the best of the Central Valley. From a new cowboy hat to a one-of-a-kind bandana. "Shop small and support local."
■ The Farmhouse, presented by the California Farm Bureau: locally run food booths prove what makes Sacramento the Farm-To-Fork Capital of America.
■ Fieldhouse Sports Bar: screening live NCAA and NFL games.
■ Loud Lounge: for "the cannabis community." (21+).
♤ Single Day Gen'l Adm starts at $59.99 plus fees
♡ Weekend Gen'l Adm starts at $89.99 plus fees
◇ Single Day VIP starts at $129.99 plus fees
♧ Weekend VIP starts at $199.99 plus fees
Four Pack Weekend Gen'l Adn packages available. Layaway options available for $25 down, through May 15.
All details & social media signups at their website:
www.GoldenSkyFestival.com
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Note: some festivals and other major events got their own feature stories in the previous edition, and try as we might, we did NOT get all of them "double listed" in this edition of events-only listings. So, a spin through the FEATURE STORIES in the previous edition would be a good idea to prevent FOMS from setting in.
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