Heart Tribute Delivers School-Night Fun at Clark Center
Is it a tribute band or not? That’s usually an easy question to answer. And I should know, having attended dozens of them over the years. But Sunday night February…
Should I Stay or Should I Go?
My longstanding love-hate relationship with tribute bands and nostalgia acts is certainly no secret to loyal readers and friends alike. But there’s a new, somewhat unlikely thing that evokes strong…
MTB Makes Southern Rock Come Alive
Certain rock 'n' roll genres have more staying power than others. Some, like yacht rock, went away for decades before recently making a triumphant return. Since the early 1970s, when…
Chicago Delivers the Hits and More
After nearly 60 years, what more is there for a successful Hall of Fame classic rock band to do? Well, my financial adviser has been working that long, too, with…
New Season, New Tribute Show at Clark Center
The tribute show phenomenon rolls into the Clark Center Labor Day weekend as the venue begins another season of diverse, eclectic live entertainment. Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Tom Petty? Those popular groups…
Mid-State Fair Wraps Another Solid Year
It was a mild but wild 12 days of barn dances, watermelon eating contests, and overpriced product demos at the annual “biggest little fair anywhere.” And of course more live…
Presqu’ile Provides a Magical Musical Venue
Here on the Central Coast, we’re blessed with several amazing concert venues, both indoor and outdoor. But there’s something magical about attending an outdoor show on a festive summer night.…
Bonham Revisits Legend of Zeppelin
You all know my rule about rock nostalgia shows: It’s a tribute band if there are NO original members. But what if you’re the son of a rock drumming legend…
Concert Season Kicks Into High Gear
It’s that time of year: longer days, warmer nights, and outdoor music options aplenty. Spring allergies are here too but let’s not go there. Twenty-five years ago, Central Coast concertgoers…
Dance Wizardry on Full Display
Ever wonder if there’s more to life than endless sports games, daily political debates, or the latest streaming series? Well, if we keep our eyes peeled and look beyond the…