GT Staff

Cimafunk brings his Afro-Cuban funk, Afro-rock energy and Havana band La Tribu to Moe’s Alley on Sunday, May 17, for a dance-driven Santa Cruz show built for movement.

The San Francisco Scottish Fiddlers bring Celtic-infused sounds to a special Mother’s Day show at 2pm Sunday, May 10, at Crocker Theater in Aptos.

Singer-songwriter Karla Bonoff brings her warm, melodic songwriting and timeless folk-pop sound to Felton Music Hall, performing beloved songs that have resonated across generations. Saturday 8pm

DJ Mandy brings her smart, self-aware mix of pop, throwbacks and unexpected twists to Santa Cruz—live April 23 at the Catalyst.

Minnesota’s Runaway Ricochet brings its high-energy blend of ska, punk and jazz to The Crepe Place on April 22, delivering a wild, genre-bending live show.

Abby Jeanne brings surf guitar, retro pop and powerhouse vocals to Santa Cruz this week, blending ’60s-inspired sounds with raw emotion and electric stage presence. Rocking The Crepe Place, Friday at 8pm

Lakecia Benjamin, known for jazz, funk and soul, heads the week's calendar picks. Performing at Kuumbwa, Friday March 27.

Australian multi-instrumentalist Donny Benét brings his bass-driven “Infinite Desires” tour to the Catalyst, 1101 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz, Sunday at 8pm.