Redwood Express Releases Debut Album Entertainment Music Valley People 

From the Roots Up: Redwood Express Releases Debut Album

By Julie Horner Anchored in partnership, Santa Cruz Mountains band Redwood Express began as a project between China Cats drummer Michael Owens and Buffalo Blues Trio singer-songwriter Michele Murphy to express mutual talents and to have something fun to do together as a couple. Now married, Michael said, “I thought it would be great to have a band together with… Read More
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All Roads Lead to Roaring Camp: Redwood Mountain Faire Celebrates Community

By Julie Horner The legendary roots music festival was grown in the San Lorenzo Valley and has brought the entire Santa Cruz Mountains community together over the shared love of music and a heck of a good party year after year. Borne of an idea by mountain resident Julie Hendriks and taken up by her friend, Roaring Camp’s owner/operator, Georgiana… Read More
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What Mirage is to Light: Acoustic Shadows

Boulder Creek based rock n’ roll outfit Acoustic Shadows was born deep in the redwoods of the Santa Cruz Mountains. Celebrating friend Erik Rozite and his many musical collaborations. By Julie Horner The Anacortes ferry plowed smoothly through gray waters in a light icy rain, the motion almost imperceptible as folds of distant horizon rolled slowly by under a bruised… Read More
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May Day Music Festival Celebrates Community

Popular Do-It-Ourselves Gathering Returns  By Julie Horner In full-throated celebration of spring, the 4th Annual May Day Music Festival takes place on the gorgeous Northern Santa Cruz County coast Saturday, May 3 and Sunday, May 4, 2025. Founded by Anil Prajapati, owner of Lille Aeske Arthouse in Boulder Creek, the festival has grown since its sunny origins at Hallcrest Vineyards… Read More
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Traditional Celtic Music Roundup: St. Patrick’s Day 2025

Luck o’ the Irish to ye! Looking for lively traditional music and dance for your St. Patrick’s Day? Look no further than the Celtic Society of the Monterey Bay! We’ve asked them to share their insider tips for finding the real deal Irish music to help you celebrate whilst you sip your green beer or Guinness! Whether you’re looking for… Read More
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Santa Cruz County Live Music Roundup: New Year’s Eve 2024

🎶 Live Music Santa Cruz! 🎶 The New Year’s Eve roundup of concerts. Here’s an easy at-a-glance music guide for Santa Cruz County! Whether you’re into rock, jazz, folk, or country, the SLV Post’s live music roundup has something for everyone. 🎀🥳 🎸 Tuesday, December 31 B-Movie Kings New Year’s Eve PartyCork and Fork🕒 6:00 | 📍312-B Capitola Ave, Capitola NEW… Read More