TUBE. is currently accepting submissions for our next two print issues. We are looking for visual artists, photographers, poets, and writers to interpret the themes below. Issue 11’s theme is ‘Beauty’ and Issue 12 is a collection of photo stories seemed from the theme ‘A Day in the Life…’. ISSUE 11 will be a visual and poetic …
‘Papier’ an exhibit of work by Penelope Lenaerts opens at WAL Public Market Gallery on June, 7th 2019 from 6-8 PM. “As an artist, I care about issues regarding sustainability and human interaction in the natural world. The female experience plays a large role in my life and practice, and my work celebrates feminine form…These …
We are happy to share with you the exclusive release of Vinnie Guidera and The Dead Birds very first music video, ‘Part of the Act’. Outside influences are sometimes needed to get an artist’s vision in concrete detail, which requires different but similar thinking- a practical and perfect way of how collaborations should work in …
CONCERTS IN THE PARK Fridays, May 3 – July 26, 2019, from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm Cesar Chavez Plaza, 9th and J Streets, Sacramento CA FREE and all ages Line up below. See you there! Photography Mickey Morrow Poster Jason Malmberg
This past weekend, Capital Stage launched the show that will close out its tenth season—Uncanny Valley by playwright Thomas Gibbons. Described as “deeply absorbing,” and “cerebrally challenging” by The Washington Post, the production features Capital Stage veteran Michael Wiles and CapStage newcomer Jessica Powell. Drawing on current research in artificial intelligence, robotics, and the possibility of “downloading” … Continue reading
The Thunder Valley Summer Concert Series has begun. This year’s series features a wide variety of entertainment including: Peter Frampton, Willie Nelson, ZZ Top, Boys II Men, and George Lopez among many other headlining acts. TUBE. was lucky enough to attend the second week of the Summer Concert Series featuring 311 with special guests Pepper. It … Continue reading
The Sacramento Pride Festival blasted through town, Saturday, June 6th, and took place at the Capitol Mall between 3rd and 7th Streets in Midtown Sacramento. The high temperatures didn’t douse people’s spirits, attendance was in the thousands, with no shortage of enthusiastic faces and festive outfits. High heels, thongs, tutus, sequins and rainbows were as far … Continue reading
MS MR has just released their song “Wrong Victory,” teasing listeners with another glimpse of thier upcoming album. It is the second single off of their highly anticipated sophomore album, How Does It Feel, due to drop July 17 via Columbia Records. The song blends beautifully poignant lyrics [ie.”When your skin doesn’t feel like home”] highlighted by singer Lizzy … Continue reading
The Fox and Goose is turning 40 and they are throwing a Par-tay that shouldn’t be missed! The celebration begins at 4:00 PM on June 18th and is absolutely free. Music starts at 4 and continues until 11:30 PM. The line up includes Steve McLane (4-5PM), The Mike Justis Band (6-7PM), Blue Moon Boys (7:30-8:30PM), and Be … Continue reading
This installment of Five to Watch takes a look at artists on Instagram who work with humans as subjects, inspiration and even canvases. Tessa Renae– Renae is a photographer who uses a lot of film and is “unapologetic about imperfections” according to her website. She shoots her subjects with intense focus and sympathy. Her various series are … Continue reading
Sacramento indie rock band Ghostplay is Jason Hess (vocal/guitar/keys), Leticia Garcia (guitar) and Mando Gonzales (drums). They are not new to the scene by any means. Not only does the band have a ton of shows under their belt, they have been nominated for the SAMMIES (a Sacramento spin on the GRAMMYs) multiple times. It is easy … Continue reading
For seventeen straight years Punk Rock Bowling has been one of the most anticipated summer music festivals in the country. Founded in 1999 by Shawn and Mark Stern (who are also founding members of punk rock band Youth Brigade) it has grown from a simple idea of a bowling tournament with a punk rock show … Continue reading
Alina Baraz & Galimatias- Show Me- This song is a gorgeously atmospheric sonic experience, woven out of patchwork collages of sound and sultry vocals. The song is fresh off of Baraz & Galimatias’ debut EP Urban Flora. The whole EP is worth checking out, it is a beautifully crafted and subtle piece best enjoyed through headphones. Suggestion by K. … Continue reading
Over Memorial Day weekend, TUBE. had the opportunity to drop anchor at the inaugural First Festival in West Sacramento’s River Walk Park. The festival featured 18 local bands on three stages. The Main Stage was lined up with bands like Whiskey & Stitches, D.U.S.T., A Mile Till Dawn, and Humble Wolf. The Yelp Stage featured … Continue reading
It is not hard to recognize when Carnaval comes through San Francisco. The two-day display of culture, color, music, and all-around revelry celebrated 37 years on May 23-24. One of the main events—The Grand Parade through the Mission District—featured elaborately costumed dancers, lively musicians, and community groups from around the Bay. Thousands of spectators lined … Continue reading
On Friday May 9, the first of two benefit shows was held for the independent neighbors AK Press, a publisher and distributor, and 1984 Printing. In March, their West Oakland headquarters burned down in a deadly fire that claimed two lives. The second benefit show took place May 17, at the same legendary venue: 924 Gilman … Continue reading
Celebrating nearly 25 years as a band, The Muffs will be performing at this year’s Punk Rock Bowling & Music Festival. They recently released their latest album “Whoop Dee Doo” on the independent label Burger Records out of Fullerton, California. This is a big change for a band that was formerly singed to Warner Bros. … Continue reading
It is hard to believe, but The Swingin’ Utters has been going strong for almost 25 years now. Their first seven-inch was released in 1992. In 1995, their debut full-length album The Streets of San Francisco introduced the world outside the Bay Area to a group of angry yet tuneful young men whose street-punk sounds were honed … Continue reading
Each year TUBE. puts together a show titled The Circus. Freaks, Geeks and Things You Can’t Unsee. We collect local performers throughout Sacramento CA for a killer variety show full of freakish talents which is hosted by one of our favorite guys in town comedian Johnny Taylor. We hang art from local artist, play games, have … Continue reading
On a Saturday night in Downtown Sacramento, coffee in hand, local bands Sicfus, Embryo, and Big Water Beat rocked out at Shine coffee shop. The evening started out with trio Big Water Beat who kicked it off with a rustic twist on rock and roll. The small cafe filled up as the show got well … Continue reading
The Hideaway has given us a wall to fill with art and we could not be more excited! Each month we will feature local Sacramento artists along with live music on the 2nd Friday of the month. For the month of May we are featuring visual artists Sarah Ellliott of Sarah Elliott Visual Arts & Photography. … Continue reading
It’s that time of year again! Come get weird with us on Friday, May 15th at The Blue Lamp, in Sacramento CA, for The Circus: Freaks, Geeks and Things You Can’t Un-See. The Circus is a variety show full of freakish talents, local art, music, games, pretty girls and good times. Doors open at 7:30. … Continue reading
Arturo Romero believes that what you put out into the universe, you get back. It is no surprise then the 33-year-old Sacramento painter is finding success in the local arts scene and in life. “I do believe in tides,” he says. “You give … and it’s going to come back to you ten-fold.” In the past … Continue reading
Last Sunday, more than a thousand men slipped into high heels to run, saunter, and stagger around Capitol Mall. In a once-a-year spectacle, boys and men took to the course—more or less gracefully—for Walk a Mile in Her Shoes. The event is held in cities around the world in an aim to raise awareness around … Continue reading
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