Rockabilly is derived from a time when ladies were ladies, gentleman wore sweaters and pomped up their hair, cars were massive, and leaving the house without putting lipstick on was unheard of. It is American nostalgia at it’s finest. In this whirlwind of culture you will find Big Sandy and His Fly-Rite Boys. With their … Continue reading
Punk rock has always been synonymous with rebellion and independence. Since its inception, punk rock has shifted into a movement (and a way of life) for many. Punk would eventually find itself transforming and blending into a modern variation, which has inspired and created other genres. Along with the changing era and new waves of … Continue reading
Ska. This particular breed of music had been formed by fusing two influential sub cultures. Ska combines the fast-paced energy of punk rock, the core elements of reggae, adds mellow tones, melodies, break downs, and choruses, while using a variety of instruments such as horns, the turn tables, and steel drums. While bands such as the … Continue reading
So there I was, walking down K Street on my way to Pizza Rock, when the sound of music fills my ears before I can even get in the door. This being my first time there, I am quickly distracted by the big rig coming through the ceiling. As I take in my surroundings, my … Continue reading
Earlier this month I got the pleasure to attend an anniversary party. This anniversary, however, was not to mark the blessed union of two individuals. This anniversary party—with the stress on ‘party’—was to mark the second year of business of a growing local landmark. At its celebration, the ZuhG Life store, in the Downtown Plaza, … Continue reading
Words and Photos compliments of Jenny Price While walking through the empty floor of Ace of Spades, attempting to dry off my glasses and fix what was left of my weave, I knew that even if the rain messed up my face and even if I stumbled over every single word during the interview that … Continue reading
Photos courtesy of Mickey Martin Oh the 1970’s; A decade full of disco, roller skates and polyester suits. A period of time that also birthed all that is funk. Blending soul, jazz and rhythm to create a unique groovy sound, funk music took off with legendary artists such as James Brown, Jimi Hendrix and The … Continue reading
Sacramento holds many gems within its vast, versatile, and every growing realm of events. On any given day, Sacramento pushes events in the Arts of music, theater, & culture, but never really about The ARTIST. As artists, we know it could be very hard to arrange any type of exposure in a competitive market. Wouldn’t … Continue reading
Another full moon came and went and so did the CD release party for The Old Screen Door at Marilyn’s on K. Cover charge at this event was well worth it as along with a lovely hand stamp you received, however the real prize: The Old Screen Door’s self-named EP. For those of you who … Continue reading
This past Sunday I found myself at Townhouse, a little sleep deprived, but ready for some music. Lite Brite and The Low Flying Owls, two great Sacramento bands would be taking the stage on this warm October night. Lite Brite is one of my favorite Sacramento bands. They are fun to watch, experimental, and something … Continue reading
You don’t have to be a reporter to know a good lead when you stumble upon one. When I heard that Awkward Lemon (a great band which I was introduced to through ZuhGfest) would be playing at Folsom Beer Garden Pub on Friday the 7th of September I pounced on the opportunity to see them … Continue reading
Beirut took the stage in Oakland this past Monday, September 3. There was no doubt that it was going to be an amazing show, however the best word that comes to mind to describe the entire experience is nothing less then magical. Beirut’s whimsical sounds transported the crowd to another place with the help of … Continue reading
ONCE ON A BLUE MOON: COSMIC FAMILY GATHERING For some of us, the waning of the moon brings with it a certain feeling of restlessness, or maybe readiness is a better word, and when the moon comes to fruition twice in the same month this itch is even stronger. August 31, of this year marked … Continue reading
As a transplant to California from the Midwest, I will always place extraordinary value on seasonal events. For those who grow up in the Midwest, the varied seasonal climates instill the importance of taking advantage of seasonal fun. For once the season ends, it will be another year before it returns. In the fall, the … Continue reading
With all the great local musicians and artists in the Sacramento area, one wonders where to go to discover this budding talent. With a little research I found a great place to go for such things: the ZuhG Life store in the Downtown Plaza. Here, they feature local artwork, local music, and local clothing lines. … Continue reading
Matt Marrujo is doing some big things. He has been slaving himself to the Sacramento music scene and it is starting to pay off. Between managing the band The Bar Fly Effect, and promoting shows through RISE ENTERTAINMENT he has now taken it a step further and opened up The Where House?. The Where House? … Continue reading
Punched and Pied in the face….. and the fest begins!! At last, The Punch and Pie Festival has begun! With a slew of performances lined up between August 15th and 20th, this fest is nothing shy of an explosion on the Sacramento underground music scene. Housed at various locations, the festival kicked off at the Press … Continue reading
Sometimes when it’s over 90 degrees all you can do to cool down is drink a beer, chill with friends and play some tunes. For the 12,000 concert goers at the Sleep Train Amphitheater in Concord last night, that seemed to do the trick. For one night only two of the greatest rock bands of … Continue reading
In the early days of the first motion pictures, sound could not be captured on film. Audiences watching silent films were treated to live music accompanying a film. By the late 1920s, a sound system called the Vitaphone allowed the audience to watch a movie alongside a score played on phonograph records. Launch’s Tuesday night … Continue reading
On July 18th, Naked Lounge hosted an acoustic show of Zack Gray and Sean Stack from Wrings, James Cavern, Mason Rex, and other local artists. Fans from the Sacramento area came together for the night and had the opportunity to watch and listen to these artists play on a more personal level. Between each song they explained … Continue reading
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