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About Steelin' Dan - The Music of Steely Dan:
https://steelindan.com/home

Steelin' Dan is the recipient of Sacramento Magazine's Best of Sacramento Award: "Best Show Stealers."

Steelin' Dan also won the 2011 Sacramento Area Music Award ("SAMMIE" Award) for "BEST COVER BAND" and 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018 SAMMIE for "BEST TRIBUTE BAND", demonstrating once again the band's tremendous popularity.

Steelin' Dan presents a memorable experience, one that continues to excite fans throughout California and the western states.

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- UPDATED!  Live Music with The Chris Cain Band & Papa Day Blues Band!
- Christmas for Kids Music-Themed Raffles! 100% of all monies-generated go to local charities.

About Chris Cain:
https://www.chriscainmusic.com/

Chris Cain has mesmerized audiences for 35 years. He steps on stage. humble and unassuming and announces. "We're goingto play some blues for you, now. His fingers work the strings on his guitar to produce a tone that stopped legendary guitarists like BB King. Albert King. Joe Bonamassa in their tracks. "Chris Cain? That boy can PLAY the guitar." said BB King when asked if he had ever heard of Chris Cain. But thats not all. When Cain sings his deep. rich, powerful voice grabs your attention and won't let go. Cain's song I Believe I Got Off Cheap on his latest Alligator Records album won International Blues Song Of the Year in 2022. Cain has been nominated a dozen times for prestigious Memphis BMA's.

About Papa Day Blues Band:
https://papadaybluesband.com/

Papa Day Blues Band played their first gig together in 2017 on Father's Day and from then on, they became known as the Papa Day Blues Band. The band features longtime central California musicians Obie Dee (Sacramento Blues Society’s Hall of Fame) guitar and vocals, Mike Ward guitar and vocals, David Faria Sr. percussion, and Tony Passantino bass guitar and vocals. Obie Dee’s guitar skills and Mike Ward’s slide guitar and blues rock vibe combine for a great rockin’ blues groove. David Faria Sr. on drums and bass guitarist Tony Passantino keep the rhythm flowing for a complete exciting rockin' blues sound. Their playlist includes original music and tasty arrangements of Blues classics and Blues Rock standards.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1010065853157

About Led Zepagain:
https://www.zepagain.com/
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Having just celebrated their 30th year in existence in 2018, Sony recording artists Led Zepagain have become highly regarded as the most accurate and authentic replication of Led Zeppelin in the world today.

With well over a million downloads on iTunes to their credit, Led Zepagain’s popularity has also seeped into pop culture by having been mentioned on the network TV shows “The Gilmore Girls”, “Chicago Fire” and “Bad Judge” !

In January of 2004, Led Zeppelin guitarist Jimmy Page himself attended a Led Zepagain show at the House of Blues in Los Angeles. He was absolutely astonished at the bands accuracy stating “It’s amazing how much you sound like us. You must have grown up on this because you were inside the music, and you paid attention to detail in your presentation…I can tell you guys really love our music!”

This encounter led to the members of Led Zepagain attending Led Zeppelin's 2007 Reunion Concert at London's O2 Arena by invitation of Mr. Page as well as a surprise visit from Jason Bonham in March of 2009 as he sat in with the band on their encore performance of the song "Rock and Roll".

Led Zepagain was honored to have been featured on AXS TV’s “World’s Greatest Tribute Bands” in 2014, and were asked to come back for an encore performance in March of 2017 to perform the iconic Led Zeppelin lV album in it’s entirety.

Having played nationally and internationally in such places as Japan, Russia, Ireland, Panama, Alaska, Germany, Chile, Bosnia, Brazil, Peru, Argentina, Canada, Paraguay, Kosovo, Mexico City and Guam, Led Zepagain regularly performs to packed houses all over the world. We guarantee that from the sound and the look, to the vintage equipment and costuming, Led Zepagain will be the closest thing that you will ever see to a live Led Zeppelin performance! Come on out and see what Jimmy Page was talking about.

Led Zepagain will prove that although the band members may be different, The Song Remains The Same.

Hosted by Stay Positive Sound

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About Native Elements:
https://www.facebook.com/nicenup

San Francisco powerhouse, Native Elements has been keeping the energetic, feel-good reggae tradition alive in the Bay Area for over 20 years. Comprised of 9 seasoned musicians with decades of experience in rock, metal, blues, jazz and hip-hop, this eclectic and fearless crew fuses their unique influences into a contemporary, melodic, horn-driven party. Each show takes their audience through improvisational peaks and valleys from blazing guitar solos to soaring saxophone wails while also delivering an authentic reggae foundation. Having grown up together since elementary school (playing in garage bands and skateboarding) in Daly City and South City, CA, Native Elements bring a uniquely warm experience to the stage that is both entertaining and uplifting.

About Dubcraft:

Based out of Northern California, Dubcraft does reggae their own way - delivering a unique blend of both vintage and modern sounds that are specifically crafted to catch the listener's ear. Since 2004, founding members Justin Coletti (Vocals/Guitar) & Gerhard Heilmann (Bass) have shared a love for Jamaican-influenced music, playing and performing together under various groups and sharing stages with some of the most prominent reggae artists such as The Abyssinians, Pato Banton, Don Carlos, Lutan Fyah, and more.

In 2018, they joined forces with Chad Edwards (Percussion/Vocals) to begin the Dubcraft journey, putting on complex live-looping performances. They have since brought on Pietro D’amato (Drums) and Gabriel Winter (Keys) and Chris Vail (Lead Guitar/Vocals) to complete the sound.

Influenced heavily by Jamaican and European-based “Rub-a-dub” music, getting the crowd engaged, dancing, and singing along is their primary goal. Incorporating hypnotizing dub sections, catchy melodies, and crowd participation, Dubcraft puts on explosive live performances that always leave the crowd wanting more. Currently performing as a 6-piece band, they are guaranteed to deliver a high-energy, heavy hitting performance every time they hit the stage.

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About The Fryed Brothers Band:
https://fryedbrothersband.com/

“The Party Aint over ’til the Fryeds go home” goes the song written by legendary biker-bandleader, Harry Fryed. He ain’t kidding either. And twenty-five years later, the party is still going strong. The award-winning Fryed Brothers Band has been on the road, carving out a reputation as the best biker band in the world. Their energetic brand of American roots music is an irresistible stew of country, blues, swing, boogie-woogie, and good old roadhouse rock and roll.

Harry and Tommy Fryed started the Fryed Brothers Band in 1980 as a tribute to their older brother, Mark. For twenty-five years they have toured relentlessly, not only in the USA, but also Canada, Australia and New Zealand. They have headlined at most major motorcycle rallies in the country, as well as being regular performers at Willie Nelson’s annual Fourth of July picnic.

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About When Doves Cry:
https://www.whendovescrytribute.com/

An exciting and dynamic live concert experience, "When Doves Cry - The Prince Tribute Show" is a multi-talented 8-piece Tribute Show to the music of Prince. Having performed over 135 shows with 78 Shows Sold Out the band is performing in 25 states in North America in 2024.

For the entire 2024 Tour we’re featuring Prince’s Iconic “Purple Rain” album in its entirety to celebrate it’s 40th Anniversary. We also perform all of Prince’s greatest hits and many songs other Prince Tributes don't. Performing the songs as Prince wrote them.

From our lead vocalist to our guitarist and every other piece of our 8-piece band you’ll hear Prince performed in a way that will take you back to that first time you heard his music. When Doves Cry - The Prince Tribute Show is a Live Concert Experience you don’t want to miss.

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About Nathan Owens Presents: The 3 Queens Motown Tribute Show:
https://www.facebook.com/people/Nathan-Owens-Presents-The-3-Queens-Motown-Tribute-Show/100089302900070/

The Three Queens are a high-energy show with a nine-piece band that celebrates the queens of R&B, rock, and soul: Diana Ross, Tina Turner and Aretha Franklin.
 
Bay Area native Samantha Alexes pays tribute to Aretha Franklin. As a young girl growing up in the big city, she was exposed to many forms of the arts like singing, modeling, painting, and acting, according to the release. At a very young age, she started singing opera in a special program designed for young adults. By the time she was a teenager, she had turned into a serious entertainer with numerous State and National Talent titles under her belt and became a multiple beauty pageant winner as well, the release states. Her love for the theater brought her to star in such musicals like Carmen Jones, The Wiz, Sparkle, and Pippin at Community Theatre.
 
GRAMMY nominee and recording artist Lea Sweet, “Black Queen of Country Music” pays tribute to Tina Turner, the release states. At an early age, she was invited to see her first concert which was Ike and Tina Turner. At age six, she became inspired and dreamed of becoming a rock star and entertainer like Tina Turner, according to the release. Lea began writing, singing, and playing songs by age nine and continued to progress, releasing two albums and two singles and going on international tours in China, Europe, Netherlands, Austria, Mexico, Portugal, and Venezuela. Lea is well-versed in singing rock and country music which lead her into becoming one of the world’s best Tina Turner tribute with dancers, according to the release. Native of San Francisco but brought up with southern roots and mentors like the Godfather of Soul James Brown, she excelled to international tours with legendary Jimi Jamison, Loverboy Mike Reno, Bobbi Kimball (Toto), and the James Brown Band, the release states.
 
Born in San Mateo, Stacy Carter pays tribute to Diana Ross. Stacy’s singing career began in the Bay Area, during her senior year of high school when she performed regularly at Great America in Santa Clara. After moving to Southern California and singing locally in the Los Angeles club scene, Stacy’s career took on an international flavor when she moved to Japan. During the three years she lived in Tokyo, Stacy opened for popular groups such as Klymaxx and Lakeside, and while she was in Japan, her love for singing jazz standards began to blossom, the release states. She also sang with numerous Japanese and American acts, performed on TV, in clubs, and at the world-famous Budokan. She has recorded an album, performed voice-overs for commercials, and modeled.

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About Shane Dwight:
https://shanedwight.com/

Loaded with his six string gun, Shane Dwight fires away his own mix of blues-rock, country and soul to create a swagger sound. He astounds other players with his prowess and his confidence oozes out showing the crowd he’s boss.

He has performed over 3500 shows over the years, headlining at some of music’s most significant events; Ottawa Blues Festival (Canada), Beale Street Festival (Memphis), Grolsch Blues Festival (Germany), Legendary Rhythm and Blues Cruise, Portland Waterfront (Oregon), Reno Blues Festival (NV), Springing The Blues (FL), sharing the stage with household names such as Blake Shelton, Joe Bonamassa, The Doobie Brothers, Tedeschi Trucks Band, The Marshall Tucker Band, Collective Soul and the great B.B. King. Shane has played the intimate listening rooms like Bluebird Café in Nashville, TN, to large capacity venues like House of Blues (San Diego, Chicago) and BB Kings (NYC, Orlando, L.A.); casinos from Las Vegas to Florida; and even a stint at Disneyland for five years. He brings a four piece with keys and backing vocals for a lush and rocking sound.

After 17 years, the band has decided to say Farewell, so please join us as we move towards the end of this amazing journey.


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About Cougar Adams:
https://www.cougaradamsband.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!

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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.