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5 days ago |
cvindependent.com | Matt King
A local producer and musician responsible for some of the greatest rock albums ever made is celebrating his birthday at Pappy and Harriet’s. David Catching, musician and owner of the famed Rancho de la Luna studio, is turning 64 this year, and his Pappy and Harriet’s birthday party will feature eight bands performing at the indoor and outdoor stages of the historic venue. Catching’s band (earthlings?), other local legends and up-and-coming rockers will all take the stage on Saturday, June 7.
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1 week ago |
cvindependent.com | Matt King
Happy June! Summer is here, so stay cool; stay hydrated; and enjoy some local entertainment! Here’s a list of what our local venues have to offer. Acrisure Arena hosts Latin legends … and Hot Wheels! At 8 p.m., Saturday, June 21, modern banda sensation Banda MS will cause our local arena to erupt into an evening-long dance party! Don’t miss the musicians responsible for the jams often heard at quinceañeras and carne-asada gatherings! Tickets start at $77.10.
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1 week ago |
cvindependent.com | Matt King
Nothing screams “Southern rock” quite like the blistering sounds of Drive-By Truckers. With twangy and slightly distorted guitar, and nasally, heavily accented lines, the band has charmed listeners with their soft-rock stylings over the past 27 years. The band is set to perform at Pappy and Harriet’s on Friday, June 6.
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1 week ago |
cityweekly.net | Matt King
A legendary band in the rock and sludge-metal sphere is heading to Salt Lake City. Melvins have managed to toe the line between being extremely successful, and largely unknown among many fans of popular rock acts. Even though their pioneering mix of metal, punk and heaviness influenced the likes of Nirvana, Soundgarden, Tool and others, the Melvins have remained a consistent force in the venue scene, opting to never "sell-out" and tour arenas or stadiums.
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2 weeks ago |
cvindependent.com | Matt King
Two local musicians are opening a new music venue and restaurant in the high desert. Mojave Gold is slated to open on Saturday, May 31. Cooper Gillespie and Greg Gordon of the band LANDROID are spearheading the project, and aiming to craft a thriving place for great music and great eats. Mojave Gold is located at 56193 Twentynine Palms Highway in Yucca Valley, the former home of Gadi’s Bar and Grill, and the short-lived AWE Bar.
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