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An Evening at "The Casa" with Slim Man and Chase Huna
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Owned by Michele & Andy Melnyk, Casa De La Costa, is a privately owned estate within Carlsbad, CA. What began as a small project, swiftly developed into a ravishing music venue that supports independent musicians through providing them with a place to showcase their talent for audiences of 150 individuals. The Melnyks’ joy resides in […]
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Out & About - December 2023
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🎄Merry Christmas!🎁 Happy Hanukkah! 🎆 Balboa Park is hosting December Nights Dec. 1-2 with live music, food, art, tree lighting, etc. The San Diego Botanical Garden in Encinitas has a major light display. The Rady Shell has scheduled events this month including Nightmare Before Christmas in Concert. Ice rinks have opened up in Temecula, Liberty […]
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Pentatonix’s - The Beauty Resides in the Sound
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As Christmas day approaches, acapella pop group Pentatonix has been traveling throughout the states for their tour “The Most Wonderful Tour of the Year.” Since November, they have been performing holiday classics for enthusiastic crowds, with their first show taking place at Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert, CA. Their performance began with an impressive light […]
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Al Stewart - Modern Times
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Touring and backing Stewart, was Chicago quartet, The Empty Pockets, who consisted of Josh Solomon on the guitar, Erika Brett on the keyboard, Nate Bellon on the bass, and Adam Balasco on drums. Brett, Solomon, and Bellon all provide vocals, in addition to playing their respective instruments. All together, they create an indescribably beautiful, laidback […]
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Hallogras Cruise 2023 Aboard the William D. Evans
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This year’s Hallogras Cruise, aboard the William D. Evans Steamboat, went out on a high note. Hosted by Six String Society, it was an event that embraced the Halloween spirit. Attendees were attired in festive costumes, and a competition that appreciated all of them. With three stories for folks to explore, entertainment could always be […]
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RINGO STARR AND HIS ALL STARR BAND, Ringo Starr and the ALL STARR BAND
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Sometimes you don’t pick the kind of music you like, it picks you. You’re not sure why but your foot starts a tappin and there’s an electrical impulse keeping an internal timing. It used to be that when I thought of music, it was all Rock & Roll. It wasn’t as much of a desire […]
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Micky Dolenz - Monkees Celebration
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Across the month of September, Micky Dolenz of The Monkees, traveled across California to pay tribute to the band’s repertoire. Among those venues he performed at, was the Belly Up Tavern in Solana Beach. Fans were lined up outside, holding their Monkees albums, awaiting a VIP experience, a meet and greet. When Dolenz was announced […]
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Donavon Frankenreiter - Painting the Music
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From professional surfer to musician, Donavon Frankenreiter has traversed the world for four decades, performing at multiple concert halls. His music is defined for its introspective lyrics, earnest delivery, and generally carefree vibes. He recently performed at the Belly Up Tavern for two consecutive nights, June 16th and 17th. Solana Beach’s Belly Up Tavern was […]
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Out and About - Oct 2023
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🍁Happy Halloween! 👻🎃 Halloween events are happening all over all month along with a number of Harvest or Fall Festivals, including the Fall Festival of Gems in Fallbrook. Oktoberbest is still going strong. The Splitrock Festival in Fallbrook is a new event. La Jolla is having both a Spirits Festival and an Art & Wine […]