The immersive music of East Forest has been described as ambient, contemporary classical, electronic, psychedelic and even indie pop. Performing live at the Rio Theatre, Tuesday at 8pm
Forty-five years in, the Violent Femmes still bring the angst, the tranceaphone and the sing-along classics that made them folk-punk legends. Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium, Tuesday.
The Magic City Hippies' high-energy, synth-forward sets have earned them the stage at Lollapalooza, Bonnaroo, and Austin City Limits. Monday at Felton Music Hall
Pianist Alfredo Rodriguez and batá drummer Pedrito Martinez unite to blend blend jazz, classical and Afro-Cuban musical traditions. 7pm Monday at Kuumbwa Jazz Center.
Imagine an Aussie B-52s where the beats were harder, the intensity greater and lyrical content just as tasty. Tropical Fuck Storm rocks Moe's Alley on Monday.
This week’s calendar highlights live music, punk shows, festivals, literary events, and a featured performance by guitarist Mike Dawes at Felton Music Hall.
The ten-piece ensemble Moonalice combines psychedelic soul and Americana, featuring luminaries from the musical scene. Friday at Felton Music Hall, 8pm
The Bay Area outfit Fleetwood Macramé may win the award for cleverest name that evokes the era of Fleetwood Mac’s biggest successes. At Felton Music Hall 8pm Saturday 12/27
The Trolley Drops jug band takes pop classics and standards like “Rudolph,” then gives them a twist as jazz, rock, and country. At Discretion Brewing, 5:30pm Friday
