The Struts recently had a sold-out show at Ace of Spades where they played their hits to an adoring crowd. If you haven’t been fortunate enough to see the England based quartet, don’t make that mistake the next time they come around. The band is led by Luke Spiller who embraces glam influences from Bowie, … Continue reading
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Happy Birthday PETS!
Sacramento’s very own PETS turned 15 years old. Derek Fieth and Allison Jones have brought us fifteen years of fuzzy guitars, petals, drum machines and rocking good times. We caught them at the Hideaway for their birthday party on September 2nd and had a blast. We’ve been hanging with these two for quite awhile now, … Continue reading
A Stop On The Summer Tour: Vasas. Donald Beaman. Mouth Painter.
Vasas, Donald Beaman, and Mouth Painter performed at The Colony, in Sacramento, on July 25th. Mouth Painter has been traveling along side with Donald Beaman on their summer tour. Make sure to check out the rest of their and Vasas’ tour dates and locations (below) if you missed them! Donald Beaman and Mouth Painter Summer … Continue reading
Cardboard Houses, Gramophone Phantom, Mustn’ts and Marigold
On January 19, 2018, Cardboard Houses, Gramophone Phantom, Mustn’ts, and Marigold played to a packed house at The Colony, in Sacramento Ca. Photos & Words: Heather Uroff Continue reading
HOF Day 2017.
HOF (Hall of Fame) is an event organization promoting artists and entertainment in the Sacramento area and beyond. Their focus on young party goers has produced many successful events including their upcoming event HOFDAY which focuses on visual artists and hip hop and EDM. Last years HOFDAY brought a huge crowd in the Old Sacramento … Continue reading
See: Diners, Walter Etc., The Croissants, and The Globs.
Punch and Pie put together another great line up including Diners, Walter Etc., The Croissants, and The Globs. The show was September 2nd, at Cafe Colonial, in Sacramento California. “I’ve listened to this band back when they were Walter Mitty and His Makeshift Orchestra, and I’ve always loved them since then. They’ve got super awesome … Continue reading
Lost and Loving It.
For our third and final release for Kepi Tuesday we present to you Lost and Loving It. Big thanks to Andrew Hooper and Kepi Ghoulie for letting us be the first to share their talents! Continue reading
See: The Bombpops. The Fuck Off And Dies. HotBods. Danger Inc.
The Bombpops, The Fuck Off And Dies, HotBods and Danger Inc. to the Press Club in Sacramento CA. Thanks Punch and Pie for bringing rad shows to Sacramento! Follow this link to check out upcoming events. Photos Cam Evans Continue reading
Let’s Do It Again.
Kepi Ghoulie and Andrew Hooper are at it again! In honor of Kepi Tuesday, we are proud to present the premiere of their latest creation, Let’s Do It Again. Enjoy! Continue reading
La Luz. Dirty Denim. Vasas.
La Luz, Dirty Denim and Vasas. Blue Lamp, Sacramento CA. Continue reading
Tele Novella, Bellygunner, The Rippers, Ghoul School.
December 7, 2016, The Red Museum, located in Sacramento CA, hosted a benefit show to help those affected by the recent fire at the Ghost Ship artist warehouse in Oakland, CA. Sacramento-based pop-rock cuties, Ghoul School, kicked off the night, warming up the crowd with dreamy songs such as “Dogsong”. The Rippers followed Ghoul School with a … Continue reading
Dancing with Shadows.
Stepping into the Red Museum on Sunday July 17th was like walking into a different world. Starting off the night was The Sunmonks. Their singing takes their listeners on an emotional journey; it’s something that’s purely their own, but is something you can relate to. A couple of the songs they played during their set … Continue reading
See: Spring Fling AF.
Spring Fling Rock AF kicked off their second night of touring here in Sacramento CA on March 12, 2016. The night was jammed pack with rock and alternative artists from all over the world and well attended. Bear Hands, a New York band, kicked off the night with their own version of indie rock. Halfway … Continue reading
See: Old Glory, Trouble Maker, Scratch Outs, and West Lords.
January 9, 2016, Old Glory (Reno), Trouble Maker (Oakland), Scratch Outs (Sacramento), and West Lords (Sacramento) played to a packed house at the Blue Lamp in Sacramento CA. As to not overlap with Ground Chucks benefit show, which was happening the same night, West Lords kicked things off a hair after 10PM and the crowd was ready. … Continue reading
See: FUK CNCR Night 3.
Danny Secretion’s FUK CNCR benefit is a celebration of life and music. Here’s a song from each band that played on the 3rd night at Old Ironsides. We should all turn our birthdays into a fundraiser. Thanks to Taper Jim for the video. Let’s be proud of our music scene. Fuck Cancer. Captain 9’s & … Continue reading
See: Diego’s Umbrella at Harlows.
Thursday, November 5, Harlows Restaurant and Night Club played host to Diego’s Umbrella, an American Roma Rock band from San Francisco. Diego’s Umbrella brought in a night of ecstatic energy with a marching drum that reads “PARTY” to keep the beat alive and everyone moving. Diego’s Umbrella is a blend of punk rock and klezmer … Continue reading
Go: Danny Secretion’s LAME ASS Birthday Bash.
Each year Sacramento musician, Danny Secretion, celebrates his birthday in true rock star style by throwing one hell of a party. The birthday bash, an annual series of (music) shows known as FUCK CANCER, comes around in early November. The bash brings the local music community together over a four night period to celebrate life, … Continue reading
See: Separate Spines, Cash Pony and Gentleman Surfer.
On Friday, Aug. 14th Cafe Colonial played host to Sacramento bands Separate Spines and Gentleman Surfer, as well as Oakland’s Cash Pony. Jessica Burke, Assistant Manager for Sunny Dragon Records, organized the event. “If you haven’t seen or heard of any these bands then you’re in for real treat,” she said. The opening band, Separate … Continue reading
Dropping Anchor at the (First) First Festival
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
Coffee in Hand, A Night with Sicfus, Embryo, and Big Water Beat
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