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AboutAnonymous Tip:

Anonymous Tip is a band born on the Swabbies dock many years ago. A handful of River Rats playing together for the love of music. The eclectic sound has been evolving over the years encompassing rock, blues, country, folk, and bluegrass music. 
Rowan leads the band on guitar and vocals, accompanied by Jeff on bass, Jim on banjo and Dan on the drums.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1990595047372?

About RIFF/RAFF - A High Voltage Tribute to AC/DC:
https://www.riffraffrocks.net

Formed in March 2007, RIFF/RAFF consists of five musicians from the Sacramento area with one goal in mind: High Voltage Rock and Roll! No standing still on stage for these guys… the legacy of AC/DC demands 110% effort and RIFF/RAFF delivers.

RIFF/RAFF's blistering performances have garnered praise from the fans of Sacramento's classic rock station, ‘96.9, The Eagle’, and endorsements from legendary classic rock radio host Tom Nakashima. Pat Martin, radio host at 98.5 KRXQ (‘98 Rock’), commented that RIFF/RAFF is a "class act and his favorite tribute band."

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1991796311385

About Cougar Adams:
https://www.cougaradams.com/

​Performing for audiences since 2008, "Cougar Adams" is a powerful 6 piece band dedicated to the music of "heartland rocker" John Cougar Mellencamp and Bryan Adams. The song list includes familiar tunes such as "Jack and Diane", "Hurts So Good", "I Need a Lover", "Summer of 69", "Cuts Like a Knife", "Somebody" as well as other hit songs from both Cougar and Adams. You as a listener will be awe-struck as you hear the lead singer, KC aka Casey Corrigan, take on the same powerful, heartaching voice as John Cougar Mellencamp and Bryan Adams.

The band behind the man presents backup vocals, guitars, bass, keyboard, saxophone, synth, percussion and drums that will leave you wondering if it isn't Mellencamp's or Adam's band in disguise! The songs this band plays will get under your skin and penetrate your soul. So take a step back in time and come rock with the band!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1990596435524

About The Spazmatics:
https://www.facebook.com/spazmaticsrock

If you want to be sent back to the '80s, The Spazmatics are the ultimate experience. The band lends its geeky charm to performing '80s hits complete with “nerdography” and “spaztic” movements. They add a unique dimension to their performance, demonstrating the common ties between '80s new wave and today’s popular music.In addition to a recently filmed national commercial for Comcast, The Spazmatics have been regularly featured at top nightclubs and perform for many of the highest level private events in the United States, including a recent performance at The White House for President George W. Bush, as well as for celebrity Jessica Simpson's recent birthday bash.

About Walkin the Dawg Band:
https://walkinthedawgband.com/

Founded in 1996, we have been Classic Rockin the Sacramento CA area for 30 years! We play recognizable hit songs from artists such as The Beatles, Creedence, Bad Company, Rolling Stones, Deep Purple, Tom Petty, Santana, Pink Floyd, SRV, and many many more! Great rock music that only a live rock band can deliver! We are a live classic rock and roll band that loves to play awesome music! Known as Walking the Dog, Walkin the Dog, Walking the Dawg....it all means great live music!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1990996926403

Billy Joel 2 Elton John is a musical extravaganza that brings together the timeless hits of two iconic artists, Billy Joel and Elton John in a face-to-face format. Featuring Kenny Metcalf embodying the flamboyance and musical genius of Elton John, and Adam Shapiro from Billy Nation channeling the raw energy and soulful melodies of Billy Joel, this show is a tribute to the golden era of rock and roll. With an electrifying performance and a repertoire that spans decades of chart-topping songs, Billy Joel 2 Elton John is a must-see show that will bring back memories and have the audience singing along.

About Kenny Metcalf as ELTON:
https://www.eltontheearlyyears.com/

Accomplished musician and vocalist, Kenny Metcalf recreates the multiple Grammy-winning legend and flamboyant superstar in each and every performance. Dazzling outfits, stunning vocals, and a spectacular backing band complete this phenomenal reproduction that brings the audience on an adventure of both sight and sound.

About Billy Nation:
https://www.billynationtribute.com/

Billy Nation entertains audiences around the world with an authentic and energetic tribute to one of the best-selling artists of all-time, Billy Joel.  Their show can be summed up in one word: FUN!

Based in Southern California (USA), they have been voted 2024 Best Tribute Band by San Diego Magazine. Led by pianist/vocalist Adam Shapiro, Billy Nation captures the look and sound of Billy in his prime to create a one-of-a-kind concert experience of Billy in his prime that will have everyone singing along.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1991248103681

About Southbound:
https://www.facebook.com/Southbound6

Southbound is a live band in Sacramento, California. Their base music is southern rock in the likes of Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Allman Brothers, Marshall Tucker Band and many other southern rock artists.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1991247911105

About Rock with You - The Michael Jackson Experience:
https://www.mjtributelive.com/

Rock with You - The Michael Jackson Experience is a Live Concert Experience, in Tribute to the One & Only King of Pop that his fans have been waiting for.

With two MJ performers, our MJ Impersonator that covers the “looks & signature moves of MJ that has Toured around the World & our 2nd MJ that has the one of the best MJ Voices in the business. Backed by world class musicians that replicate the music as it was written and incredible dancers that perform all of MJ’s signature choreography rounding out this 10+ piece Live ensemble! Rock with You - The Michael Jackson Experience is the most exciting & complete tribute to Michael Jackson to come around in years.

Wanting to give his fans the most complete Michael Jackson experience possible, Rock with You - The Michael Jackson Experience spent years looking for just the right Two MJ tribute artists to lead this 10+ piece Live ensemble!

In 2026 the band will perform in over 20 states in North America. For the first time in years the heart has been put back into the tribute, making audiences feel his impact all over again. Don’t miss this Exciting Live Tribute to the King of Pop.

Video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2N0HlMp4EIg

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1991726938890

About Clean Slate:
https://www.facebook.com/Clean-Slate-508253155857209/
http://www.cleanslatehome.com/

Originally formed in 1974, Clean Slate was inspired by the likes of Tower of Power, Earth Wind & Fire, AWB, Spinners, Aretha Franklin, James Brown and many other artists that are now considered Old School. To honor the many influential artists of the 70's Clean Slate reformed in 2002 to again deliver the ultimate show band experience blended with the best dance music of the last five decades.

​The band is comprised ten professional musicians dedicated to delivering a high energy show that leaves its audiences wanting the performance to never end. Powerful vocals, a tight horn section, and a funky rhythm section enable Clean Slate to deliver a wide range of music genres from Big Band, Soul, Country, R & B, Rock, and Pop​.

Stay Positive Sound Presents Inna Vision and Paapa Wastik!
DJ/Host by Stay Positive Sound.

About Inna Vision:
https://www.inna.vision/

Grammy nominated international reggae band Inna Vision continues to represent Hawaii Reggae on a global stage with lyrics, versatility, energy and a relentless work ethic. Up rooted from the tiny island Maui, Inna Vision has toured the U.S.A. consistently since 2008 performing in over 70 cities and also igniting stages in Europe, United Kingdom, Canada, South America and Japan.

2018-2019 proved massive with the release of 3 Full length albums including greatest hits compilation “Best Yet” celebrating 10 years of Inna Vision music. The hard hitting album “Link Up” and “Best Yet” both climbed charts quickly and both nominated as “Reggae album of the year” finalist by Hawaii’s Na Hoku Hanohano awards. Following release and U.S. headline tour Inna Vision made Europe debut performing in London, Amsterdam, France with stops on legendary festivals Summerjam (Germany) and Montreax Jazz Festival (Switzerland).

Since 2005 Inna Visions passion and persistence has led to 11 studio albums, performances on California Roots Festival, Reggae on the River, One Love Fest, Reggae Rise Up, Rototom Sunsplash, Summerjam, Montreax Jazz Festival and more. “The Vision” has also shared stages with Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley, Kabaka Pyramid, Steel Pulse, Alborosie, Gentleman, UB40, Katchafire, Tribal Seeds, J Boog. Inna Vision has collaboration songs with Richie Spice, InI Kamoze Jesse Royal, Tippa Irie, Jemere Morgan, Dre Island, Bambu Station, Million Stylez, Mellow Mood, Gappy Ranks, Eli-mac, Gonzo, Josh Heinrichs, The Steppas, Lion Fiyah to name a few.

About Paapa Wastik:
https://paapawastikmusic.com/

For over fifteen years, Paapa Wastik has been touring, performing and producing alongside various reggae heavyweights including Lucky Dube, Alpha Blondy, Anthony B, Sizzla, Capleton, The Itals, Luciano, The Abyssinians, Ky-mani Marley, Lutan Fyah, Jah Mason, Everton Blender, Queen Ifrica, Warrior King and many others.

Hailing from Cape Coast, Ghana (West Africa) Paapa Wastik has had a rich history growing up with music all around him since he was a young boy. He experienced a plethora of forms ranging from the melodies of the fisherfolk united in call and  response melodies to meet the roaring waves as they formed working choruses to drag in the nets at dusk to the more cosmopolitan sounds of the bands of his time like Nana Ampedu, J.A. Adofo, Akwesi Ampofo Agyei, Amakye Dede, AB Cresntsil, Paapa Yankson, Pat Thomas etc. as well as the ‘funk’ and other international artists, mostly from the diaspora.

He has been nominated for several awards including Reggae Song of the year and Reggae Artiste of the year at the 2017 BASS Awards.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1991729340072

About Ride Captain Ride:
https://www.ridecaptainride.com/

Ride Captain Ride brings the Yacht Rock Experience to the central valley and beyond. Playing all of your favorite soft rock hits from the 70s and 80s.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1992093296676

About The Outlaw Mariachi:
https://www.theoutlawmariachi.com/

The Outlaw Mariachi is "L.A.'s Premiere Rock Mariachi Band" it blends traditional mariachi sounds with the high powered energy of American and Latin rock music.

Besides the addition of Mexican flare to the head banging hits from the classic rock era, these charros of rock integrate the romance of latin ballads and body shaking grooves of Afro-Cuban elements. The band mixes their unique style with hits from artists such as Jimi Hendrix, Eagles, Queen, Pink Floyd, Santana, Guns N' Roses, The Beatles, Lynyrd Skynyrd and even Rammstein!

Fronted by singer "GunSkull" Ricky and trumpeter Mavero Durán, this ALL STAR group consists of musicians that have toured with Metalachi, Mariachi Divas, Linda Ronstadt, Bow Wow Wow, Alejandro Fernandez, and more. Experience a combination of gut busting laughter and thrilling musical innovations as these rhythmic bandidos take the stage to give a spectacular, comedic filled performance that will bring audiences out of their seats and into party mode.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1991730616891

About Buck Ford:
https://www.buckford.com/

Nashville recording artist Buck Ford focuses on keeping that authentic country sound mixed in with his modern style edginess. Bucks influences consist of George Strait, Haggard, mark chesnutt, Daryle Singletary, Keith Whiteley, just to name a few. Buck and his band pride themselves on the fact that their performances “bring back to life” that authentic country sound with an edgy modern new flavor.

This Tuesday, River Idol takes the night off from competition and turns Swabbies on the River into Sacramento's biggest open stage — it's Live Band Karaoke night!

Forget the backing tracks. This is karaoke the way it was meant to be: YOU on the mic, backed by a full live band of professional musicians. Pick a song, step up, and live out your rockstar dreams on the river with real drums, real guitars, and real energy behind you.  Whether you only sing in the shower, or are seasoned performer, the band's got your back.

Hosted by Sean Ashe, the night is all about good vibes, great music, and giving everyone their moment in the spotlight. No judges, no scores, no pressure - just you, the band, and a crowd ready to cheer you on.

Signups start at 5:30 PM - get there early to grab a spot on the list, snag a riverside table, and order up Swabbies' famous tacos and an ice-cold drink before the music kicks off.

Famous tacos. Famous fun. And this Tuesday - famous YOU.  Check out RiverIdol.com for the full list of songs.  See you there.

🎟️ FREE COVER
Bring your friends, cheer on local talent, or become the rock star for the night!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1992075522513

About Adam Aldama and The Aces:
https://www.adamaldama.com/adamaldamaandtheaces
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The 5 piece group consists of Adam Aldama (Leader/Vocals), Veronica Ballejos (vocals), Brett Sackett (lead guitar), Sandy Baca (Drums), and Jimmy O’Shea (Bass). This 5 piece band has been delivering a show like no other that has taken crowds down memory lane and sparking things up so they could relive all those classic dance hits that get the party jumping!

Night Fever - 
Rewind it back to the dazzling days of Disco with Night Fever, the sensational 5-piece cover band that brings the glittering energy of the disco era to life! Picture a dance floor ablaze with lights, groovy beats, and infectious rhythms as Night Fever takes you on a musical journey through the greatest disco hits of that era. You'll hear hit songs from GQ, Heatwave, KC & The Sunshine Band, Barry White, The Village People, Donna Summer, Chic, Abba, Rod Stewart, The BeeGees & more! Get ready to boogie under the sparkling mirror ball with Night Fever!

Finesse - 
Adam Aldama & The Aces are bringing some of that 24 karat magic to the stage with Finesse - The Bruno Mars tribute show! The band will be bringing Bruno Mars’s biggest hits to life with incredible vocals, funky grooves, and an atmosphere that will make you feel like you’re at one of his concerts! You'll get to singalong to all those fun dance hits from Bruno Mars including Uptown Funk, Runaway Baby, Locked Out of Heaven, Just The Way You Are, Treasure, Chunky, & more! Whether you’re a die-hard Bruno fan or just love great live music, this is the show you don’t want to miss! Grab your friends, put on your dancing shoes, and come enjoy a night of unforgettable fun!

About MoonShine Crazy:
https://moonshinecrazy.com/

Based in Sacramento, CA, MoonShine Crazy is one of Northern California’s premiere modern country-rock bands, known for their powerhouse live shows, original songwriting, and dynamic stage presence. Since forming in 2015, the band has built a loyal following and earned major accolades along the way.​

In 2024, MoonShine Crazy was featured at the GoldenSky Music Festival, solidifying their reputation as a top-tier live act. They’ve shared stages with country superstars including Luke Bryan, Bailey Zimmerman, Ashley McBryde, Shaboozey, and Deana Carter, bringing their signature sound to thousands of fans across the West Coast.
The group’s original music blends country roots with a rock edge. Their patriotic single “The American Way” debuted on July 4, 2020 and is available on all major platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, and iHeart Radio. Their upcoming EP—featuring new fan favorites “Unbroken” and “Perfectly Imperfect”—is set to showcase their growth as songwriters and performers.

MoonShine Crazy has also opened for national acts like LONESTAR, Chris Lane, Tyler Rich, Canaan Smith, Craig Campbell, and American Young, and performed alongside NBC’s The Voice alums Shane Q and Jaclyn Lovey. Lead vocalist Jessica Spaid captivated thousands with her live performance of the National Anthem at KNCI’s Country in the Park 2022, leading into a star-studded lineup including Cole Swindell, Russell Dickerson, Lauren Alaina, and more.

Swabbies On The River presents the return of the Tribute to Bob Marley featuring Sol Horizon! The band has been voted “Best Band” in the North Bay Bohemian’s “Best of the North Bay” Reader’s Picks in 2022 and 2023, as well as “Best Reggae Band” in the North Bay 9 times, including the last 5 years in a row and 8 of the previous 9 years. Join us as we return to Sacramento for the tribute, plus an opening set of Sol Horizon's original music. This show is for all ages! Children 16 and under are FREE!

About Sol Horizon:
https://solhorizonband.com/

Sol Horizon is Sonoma County’s best reggae band and Northern California’s premier Bob Marley tribute band. Voted “Best Band” in the North Bay Bohemian’s “Best of the North Bay” Reader’s Picks in 2022 and 2023 as well as “Best Reggae Band” in the North Bay 9 times including the last 5 years in a row and 8 of the past 9 years, the band is renowned for its energetic live performances and powerful lyrical content centering on themes of peace, love, positivity, community, sustainability and the re-vitalizing power of nature. The band members are deeply rooted in and nurtured by their dynamic local community, with strong ties to the arts and culture of Sonoma County and its delicate natural splendor. Their renowned Bob Marley tribute pays homage to the global voice of reggae, celebrating his life and legacy by performing some of his greatest music. Don’t miss this tribute to the worldwide voice of reggae music!

About One of These Nights - The Songs of The Eagles:
https://www.eaglescoverband.com/

The time… the early ’70s.
The place… a dark desert highway.
The setting… the famous Hotel California which according to the legend is the place “you can never leave.”

Of course, you will never want to leave as the familiar chart-topping music of The Eagles: Henley, Frey, Schmit and Walsh fills the room with the songs loved by generations for more than 40 years.
Inside the Hotel California you will find the Tequila Sunrise Ballroom where a six piece band performs to perfection. The Eagles greatest hits such as, “Take It Easy” to “Get Over it.” The male vocalist will “Take You To The Limit,” with his dynamic version of “Witchy Woman” and “Heartache Tonight.”

With five number one singles and four number one albums, The Eagles were among the most successful recording artists of the 1970’s. At the end of the 20th Century, two of those albums, “Eagles: Their Greatest Hits (1971-1975)” and “Hotel California,” ranked among the ten best-selling albums ever, according to the certifications of the Record Industry Association of America.

Though most of its members came from outside of California, the group was closely identified with a country- and folk–tinged sound that initially found favor in and around Los Angeles in the late '60s, as played by bands such as, ‘The Flying Burito Brothers’ and ‘Poco’, which both contributed members to ‘The Eagles.’ The band also drew upon traditional rock n’ roll styles and in their later work helped defined the broadly popular rock sound, eventually referred to as Classic Rock.  This helped The Eagles to achieve a perennial appeal among the generations of music fans who continued to buy their records many years after they had split up, which inspired the reunion they mounted in the mid-'90s. The Eagles were inducted into the Hall of Fame in January 1983.

The Eagles released their first album in 28 years in October 2007 and the new touring schedule to promote this album is guaranteed to spark a resurgence in The Eagles music.

Sit Back, close your eyes and feel the years drop away as you experience a musical journey that will transport you to the very best of times!