Dangerous Beauties: Warrior Women

Dangerous Beauties Presents – Warrior Women unveils the captivating world of complex female archetypes, both real and imagined, through the mesmerizing medium of dance. From the legendary bravery of Joan of Arc to the captivating allure of Cleopatra, the fierce strength of the Amazons, and the contemporary resilience embodied by Sinead O’Connor, this performance artfully weaves together tales of powerful… Read More
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Live Music Santa Cruz: March 7 – 10

The roundup of live music for the Santa Cruz area. By Julie Horner Thursday, March 7 Rivets and Rust at Shanty Shack BrewingThursday, March 7 | 5:00 – 7:00138 Fern St., Santa Cruz Simon Santiago at Wine Bar 107 at TestarossaThursday, March 7 | 5:00 – 7:00300 College Ave., Los Gatos Bundy Browne w/ Guitar Gypsy at Alice’s RestaurantThursday, March… Read More

St. Patrick’s Day with The Crooked Road Ceili Band & Friends

Enjoy Irish dancing to live music this St. Patrick’s Day, Sunday, March 17 from 7:00 to 10:00 pm at the Historic Brookdale Lodge in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Celtic style musicians and enthusiastic dancers welcome! Michael Murphy, premier dance caller from San Francisco calls céilí and set dancing. Join the Santa Cruz Irish scene at the Brookdale Lodge to celebrate St.… Read More

1st Annual Cosmic Cruz Gathering Grateful Dead Festival

The First Annual Cosmic Cruz Gathering takes over the Santa Cruz County Veterans Memorial Building on Saturday, April 13, 2024 from 5:00 to 11:00 pm featuring Nugz, Aardvark, and Dead Roses plus Little John the DJ. A cosmic co-production from Mountain Music Productions and Raindance Presents. There’ll be dancing everywhere!! Tix: https://bit.ly/CosmicCruzGathering All ages. A portion of the proceeds from this… Read More
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Live Music Santa Cruz: February 29 – March 3

The weekend roundup of concerts and shows. Easy at-a-glance quick reference music guide. By Julie Horner Thursday, February 29 Rosebud Acoustic Trio at Wine Bar 107 at TestarossaThursday, February 29 | 5:00300 College Ave., Los Gatos Zayante Funquartet at Shanty Shack BrewingThursday, February 29 | 5:00 – 7:00138 Fern St., Santa Cruz Poi Rogers at Capitola Wine BarThursday, February 29… Read More

Wolf Jett “Time Will Finally Come” Album Release Show

After three years of touring throughout California and beyond, Santa Cruz locals Wolf Jett release their second album, “Time Will Finally Come” on vinyl. To celebrate, they will perform the record in its entirety, plus some classics from the first album. This will be the first opportunity for fans to get signed records, CD’s and posters before they become available… Read More

Live Music Listing: Valentine’s Day in Santa Cruz

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with live music and good friends. Here’s a taste of local things to do in Santa Cruz and the Santa Cruz Mountains on Wednesday, February 14, 2024. Abbott Square Market Trianna Feruza and the Heavy Hitters Love on the Square, Abbott Square Market Wednesday, February 14 | 6:00 – 8:00 725 Front St., Santa Cruz Bruno’s Bar… Read More
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The New Horizons Band Celebrates the Release of ‘Kaleidoscope’

By Julie Horner The New Horizons forthcoming album Kaleidoscope is what band founder, drummer and bass player Jimmy Palafox calls “a mashup of all my inspirations.” Featuring 12 tracks, their first full length album came out on January 12, 2024 and features original compositions by band members past and present. The official release party is March 30, 2024 at the… Read More
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Live Music Santa Cruz: February 23-25

Live music Santa Cruz! Check out the weekend roundup of concerts and festivals with this easy at-a-glance quick reference music guide by Julie Horner. Friday, February 23 Mo Animo at Jack O’Neill LoungeFriday, February 23 | 3:00 – 6:00175 W Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz Three on the Tree at San Gregorio General StoreFriday, February 23 | 4:00 – 7:007615 Stage… Read More