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Sat, Aug 8, 2026 Β· 4:00 PM

Phamily Time!

πŸ“ Woodhouse Blending & Brewing Β· Downtown Santa Cruz Β· See listing

Phamily Time, presented by Phreeborn is back with a summer edition you won’t want to miss. There will be something for everyone, so bring the whole phamily! Get tickets for the whole day celebration here: TICKETS

Music Festivals πŸ“ Downtown Santa Cruz Details β†’
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Fri, Aug 7, 2026 Β· M.K. Contemporary Art

Confluence – Susana Arias and Glenn Carter

β€œConfluence”: where separate currents meet. This exhibition pairs the work of Santa Cruz artists Susana Arias and Glenn Carter, on view August 7 through September 13 at M.K. Contemporary Art Gallery. β€œConfluence” is exhibited alongside of 25+ local and regional artists whose work we adore. We will be hosting live, improvisational jazz music from the talented musicians of β€œthe Leftovers”

Art & Culture πŸ“ Downtown Santa Cruz
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Fri, Aug 7, 2026 Β· Watsonville

Music in the Plaza

An outdoor music event held in the plaza, offering a chance to enjoy live performance in downtown Watsonville.

Music πŸ“ Watsonville
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Fri, Aug 7, 2026 Β· Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History

A History of Jug Band Music by the Trolley Drops

Jug band music is often just seen as goofy, but it also has a rich history. It was born in the 1910s in the Southern United States. It blends African, European, and American styles of music. It can be played casually on a corner or a porch or professionally at large events like the Kentucky Derby. The genre even saw a revival in the 1950s. Today jug band music has expanded to include those who play the original jug band songs or people who use homemade instruments to make music. Members of the jug band Trolley Drop, Greg Meyer and Peter Thomas, will be diving deep into this fascinating and colorful history at the MAH. -Isabella Marie Sangaline; Good Times Santa Cruz

Music πŸ“ Downtown Santa Cruz
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Fri, Aug 7, 2026 Β· Madson Wine

Two of Us

Rebecca Coupe Franks / Trumpet Nancy Heth / Vocals and Piano

Music πŸ“ Westside

β˜€οΈ Happening today

Friday, August 7

106 events on today. No plans required, just go.

9:00 AM
$59
Dynomite Farm: Private Dahlia U-Cut Experience
πŸ“ Dynomite Farm
Community
9:00 AM
$10
First Friday $10 Coworking
πŸ“ NextSpace Santa Cruz
Community
9:00 AM
$10
Mindful Movement with Horses
πŸ“ BEYOND liberty
Sports
9:30 AM
See listing
Evergreen Volunteer Days
πŸ“ Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History
Community
10:00 AM
See listing
CLAY INDEPENDENT LAB TIME
πŸ“ Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center
Art & Culture
10:00 AM
FREE
Resource Recovery Public Summer Tours
πŸ“ City of Santa Cruz Resource Recovery Facility
Community
10:00 AM
$32
Santa Cruz Beach Train
πŸ“ Roaring Camp Railroads
Family
10:30 AM
See listing
Mothersong
πŸ“ Watsonville
Art & Culture
11:00 AM
See listing
Bridge Club @ La Selva Beach
πŸ“ Santa Cruz Public Libraries
Community

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Aug
7

Abbott Square: Jug Band Festival

πŸ“ Visit Santa Cruz County
πŸ•’ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Β· FREE

Jug band music is scrappy, soulful, and a little unexpected β€” The songs are an energetic and artful blend of old-time jazz with blues and gospel. It can be played using washboards, jugs, kazoos; anything that can be turned into an instrument – or guitar, banjo, and brass – it’s the kind of music that makes you stop and smile! Click the link in the orange button above for more details. August 6 from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm: Pono Hawaiian Grill at 120 Union Street in Santa Cruz August 7 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm: Museum of Art and History at 725 Front Street in Santa Cruz August 7 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm: Abbott Square at 118 Cooper Street in Santa Cruz August 8 from 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm: Abbott Square at 118 Cooper Street in Santa Cruz August 9 from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm: Shanty Shack Brewing at 138 Fern Street in Santa Cruz

Festivals Music Details β†’
Aug
7

Christian Ryun – Astrophotography at The Loft

πŸ“ The Loft Salon & Spa
πŸ•’ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Β· See listing

Join us Friday August 7th, from 6:00-9:00pm for the astrophotography of Christian Ryun! Up for August & September Meet The artist while enjoying wine & refreshments in our beautiful Loft! Message from the artist: My name is Christian Ryun and I am a photographer based in Santa Cruz, CA. In middle school, I worked all summer to afford my first camera. From dragonflies to water drops, that little camera opened the door to a lifelong love of photography. I found my passion in astrophotography through the Great American Total Solar Eclipse of 2017. Something that awe inspiring really grabbed a hold of me and I have been hooked ever since. In addition to photography, I have also been backpacking around the Western US for over 20 years. It was only natural that some of the darkest skies I could find for astrophotography would be in the backcountry!

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Aug
7

Little Giant Collective presents Thread Bare

πŸ“ Little Giant Collective
πŸ•’ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Β· See listing

Thread Bare: Erotic Textiles Make your way to LGC Friday August 7th from 6-9pm for a collection of suggestive pieces from local sewists, weavers, knitters, crotcheters, and embroidery artists. Ranging from the lighthearted to lewd, this collection is sure to be entertaining and titillating. Featuring works by Amanda Payne Ann Altstatt Arden Rosenthal Bobby Gordon Colette Rabin Derek Pratt Haley Ricci J Atencio Juliette Saux Lisa Sprinkle Martabel Wasserman Pete Brook Sophie Bassett LGC is an inclusive space and all are welcome, be aware of adult themes when bringing in younger viewers. 115 river st S Next to Mobo Sushi

Art & Culture Adults 21+ Details β†’
Aug
7

Group Show

πŸ“ Printmakers at the Tannery
πŸ•’ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Β· See listing

The August show features Gelli, Mono, and Relief prints with PATT participants: Bob Rocco, AndrΓ©e LeBourveau, Ann Miya, Lu Lee, A V Pike, Jane Gregorius, Susan Gilchrist, and Cindy Haug, and guest artist Margitta Dietrick.

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Aug
7

A History of Jug Band Music by the Trolley Drops

πŸ“ Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History
πŸ•’ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Β· See listing

Jug band music is often just seen as goofy, but it also has a rich history. It was born in the 1910s in the Southern United States. It blends African, European, and American styles of music. It can be played casually on a corner or a porch or professionally at large events like the Kentucky Derby. The genre even saw a revival in the 1950s. Today jug band music has expanded to include those who play the original jug band songs or people who use homemade instruments to make music. Members of the jug band Trolley Drop, Greg Meyer and Peter Thomas, will be diving deep into this fascinating and colorful history at the MAH. -Isabella Marie Sangaline; Good Times Santa Cruz

Aug
7

Threads of Grief, Threads of Love

πŸ“ Resource Center for Nonviolence, 95060
πŸ•’ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Β· FREE

Join Us to Hold Grief, Witness, and Care for Gaza’s Children 36 handmade quilts. 720 infants remembered. Watching from a distanceβ€”in a country whose government is implicatedβ€”was not bearable. So community members stitched with care, imagining the babies who should have been wrapped in these quilts. We’ll reflect, witness, and grieve in solidarity that moves us toward greater responsibility. Light refreshments will be served.

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Aug
7

Midsummer’s Eve Community Faerie Parade

πŸ“ The clocktower
πŸ•’ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Β· FREE

Midsummer is a time associated with magic and fairies. It is said that the little folk (the elves and fairies) can be easily seen on Midsummer’s Eve because this is one of the days when the veil between the two worlds is thin and can be easily trespassed. Let us convene an unruly rabble and careen in cacophonous frivolity through our town. Come, parade with us. We will convene at the Clocktower and end with a fire and gathering at Seabright beach.

Aug
7

HGP First Friday: August Gathering!

πŸ“ The Homeless Garden Project Downtown Store
πŸ•’ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Β· See listing

Friday, August 7 | 6:00–8:00 PM 1338 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz We’re excited to feature local artist Pegatha Hughes, whose beautiful acrylic paintings inspired by family, flowers, and landscapes will be on display throughout the evening. About the Artist:For over thirty years, Pegatha was an outdoor watercolor and acrylic landscape painter. Today, she primarily works with acrylics, drawing inspiration from her own photographs of family, flowers, and landscapes. Pegatha lives in Scotts Valley with her husband, Paul. You can explore more of her work at www.pegathahughes.com. Featured Tastings:We’re also excited to welcome Taste of the Levant, sharing handcrafted, small-batch Mediterranean flavors made right here in Santa Cruz. Inspired by their heritage, their delicious creations are a wonderful way to experience the rich flavors of the Mediterranean. Learn about our mission and explore our handcrafted products. Shop unique goods from local artists and makers. Connect with your community and enjoy a relaxing summer evening. We hope you’ll join us for an evening of art, great food, and community. We can’t wait to see you!

Aug
7

The Art Work of Harry Hat

πŸ“ Cat Alley Street
πŸ•’ 6:00 PM Β· See listing

Currently, Cat Alley Street has local artist Harry Hat displaying his fun, whimsical drawings/painting on our walls, along with other pictures that fit our aesthetic. Cat Alley Street is a swanky 1920s themed vampire nightclub, located at the Catalyst upstairs. We have a full bar, beautiful lounge, and great DJs playing electronic dance music Thursday thru Sunday, usually with no cover. This venue is 21+. Occasionally we have live jazz or bluegrass in the Sun Room. The bar & lounge open at 6pm, DJs start at 9. We will soon have food service at the Catalyst downstairs food counter, which can be brought upstairs. Our intention is all about creating an atmosphere that feels beautiful, safe, and genuinely welcoming.

Art & Culture Adults 21+ πŸ“ Downtown Santa Cruz Details β†’
Aug
7

CALL FOR ART: The Art of Flowers - a special exhibition with

πŸ“ Radius Gallery
πŸ•’ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Β· See listing

First Friday Santa Cruz & Radius Gallery present a special exhibition! The Art of Flowers – Call for art and fresh floral designs Calling all floral designers, 3D vessel crafters (must hold water), and artists working in a variety of 2D and 3D media with a theme of flowers – we’d love to see non-literal, abstract and surreal work! Performance art welcome! Application is open to all Santa Cruz, Santa Clara, Monterey & San Mateo county artists. Up to two original works can be entered on the same form for consideration. No prints or reproductions please. Submissions will be reviewed and selected by the exhibition curators. APPLY HERE IMPORTANT INFO: Exhibition Location: Radius Gallery | 1050 River St #127, Santa Cruz,CA Exhibition Dates: August 6-16 Opening Reception: August 6, 6-8pm First Friday: August 7, 5-9pm Open Gallery Hours: Wed-Sun, 12-5pm Other special events TBA Application Deadline: July 3, midnight Application fee: $25 Acceptance Notifications Sent: July 10 Art Delivery: July 29-30 Florals designed in gallery: August 4-5 Commission on Sold Work: 60/40 (Artist/Gallery) Curated by Ann Hazels & Bree Karpavage. Contact: Bree Karpavage – [email protected] with questions.

Art & Culture Details β†’
Aug
7

Threads of Grief, Threads of Love

πŸ“ Resource Center for Nonviolence
πŸ•’ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Β· See listing

Join Us to Hold Grief, Witness, and Care for Gaza’s Children 36 handmade quilts. 720 infants remembered. Watching from a distanceβ€”in a country whose government is implicatedβ€”was not bearable. So community members stitched with care, imagining the babies who should have been wrapped in these quilts. We’ll reflect, witness, and grieve in solidarity that moves us toward greater responsibility. Light refreshments will be served.

Art & Culture Community Details β†’
Aug
7

Second Annual Santa Cruz Jug Band Festival

πŸ“ Abbott Square Marketplace
πŸ•’ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Β· FREE

The Second Annual Santa Cruz Jug Band Festival Thursday August 6th – Sunday August 9th, 2026 Free admission for all events! Contact [email protected] Jug band music is scrappy, soulful, and a little unexpected β€” The songs are an energetic and artful blend of old-time jazz with blues and gospel. It can be played using washboards, jugs, kazoos; anything that can be turned into an instrument - or guitar, banjo, and brass - it’s the kind of music that makes you stop and smile! Calendar of events: Thursday August 6th, 5:45-7:30 pm at Pono Hawaiian Grill. 120 Union St. Downtown Santa Cruz. Β· Join the Trolley Drops at their monthly jug band sing and play along. Bring your voice and/or instruments and your good humor. Lyrics projected on the wall. It’s free. Friday August 7th, 6-9 pm at Abbott Square Market and the MAH, 725 Front St. Santa Cruz Β· 6 pm in the MAH lecture hall: β€œThe Wild & Wacky History of Jug Band Music”, a presentation by the Trolley Drops. Β· 7 pm at Abbott Square: The Puffball Collective plays dance music, β€œProhibition to Psychedelia: Jug Band Roots as Rock.” Saturday August 8th, Noon-9 pm at Abbott Square. 725 Front St. Santa Cruz Β· Five bands will play one hour sets with sing-alongs or solo performances between sets. Β· Alphabetically the bands are: The Rivertown Skifflers The Quake City Jug Band The San Lorenzo Valley Ramblers The Trolley Drops The Washboard Rhythm Company Sunday August 9th, 2-5 pm at Shanty Shack Brewing. 138 Fern St. Santa Cruz. Β· Jug Band Happy Hour: various members of the five Jug Bands will perform some of their favorite songs in a more intimate setting.

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Aug
7

Confluence – Susana Arias and Glenn Carter

πŸ“ M.K. Contemporary Art
πŸ•’ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Β· See listing

β€œConfluence”: where separate currents meet. This exhibition pairs the work of Santa Cruz artists Susana Arias and Glenn Carter, on view August 7 through September 13 at M.K. Contemporary Art Gallery. β€œConfluence” is exhibited alongside of 25+ local and regional artists whose work we adore. We will be hosting live, improvisational jazz music from the talented musicians of β€œthe Leftovers”

Aug
7

Still Kraken!

πŸ“ Kraken Studio and Gallery
πŸ•’ 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Β· See listing

After a brief hiatus from first friday, Kraken Art Studio & Gallery is backβ€”and we’re still Kraken! Join us for our August First Friday as we reopen our doors and welcome the community back into our creative space. Browse artwork by John Martinez, Mark Perry, and Beverly Connelly, explore our working studio, and enjoy an evening of art, conversation, and downtown Santa Cruz. We’re excited to be back and look forward to seeing familiar faces and meeting new ones.

Aug
7

Confluence - Art Exhibition

πŸ“ M.K. Contemporary Art Gallery
πŸ•’ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Β· FREE

Confluence: where separate currents meet. The exhibition brings together two distinct practices, each shaped by its own materials, process, and point of view - meeting at a single point within the gallery. Carter's work begins from a place of not knowing, letting intuition guide the encounter between material and chance. Arias describes her work as primitive contemporary, presenting her sculptures as if they belonged in a history museum - objects that carry the weight and presence of relics. Together, their work forms a quiet conversation about what separate paths can become when they meet. "Susana and Glenn each bring such a deeply distinctive artistic voice to their work," said Rose Sellery, exhibition curator. "Confluence explores the fertile ground where two creative currents meet. Their work remains unmistakably their own, yet in conversation with one another it reveals new layers of meaning, beauty and possibility." Confluence is shown alongside work from more than 25 local and regional artists whose work the gallery is proud to represent, reflecting M.K. Contemporary's ongoing commitment to the Santa Cruz arts community. The exhibition opens with a First Friday reception on August 7, featuring live improvisational jazz from The Leftovers. The public is invited to attend.

Aug
7

Faulty Plan

πŸ“ Shanty Shack Brewing
πŸ•’ 6:00 PM Β· See listing

We are a cover band out of San Jose playing a mix of Jam Band, R&B and Classic Rock. We tend to play songs just off the beaten track but that people still recognize. We cover a very wide variety of artists including Bowie, Amy Winehouse, Neil Young, Grateful Dead, Stevie Wonder, Hall and Oates, Eric Clapton, Phish, Paul Simon, Jimmy Cliff and more.

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Aug
7

Pole Fitness 101/Functional Movement + Fundamentals + Dance

πŸ“ Ohana Studios Santa Cruz
πŸ•’ 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM Β· $20

Pole Fitness 101 is more than just aerial training. Get movement training you’ll use for life! βœ…Pole technique with dance & fitness modules βœ…Functional conditioning βœ…Mobility & flexibility training βœ…High level Xpert Xpole certified (L1-L4) βœ…FRC certified Mobility Specialist (FRCms) Drop in on one class or attend the fully programmed module for 7 weeks! Fridays 6 pm. www.ohanastudiosantacruz.com

Art & Culture Wellness πŸ“ Midtown Details β†’
Aug
7

3rd Rail

πŸ“ Cat Alley Street
πŸ•’ 6:00 PM – 1:30 AM Β· FREE

Every first and third Fridays at Cat Alley Street, our beat conductors take you on a high-style ride showcasing underground street sounds- Brought to you by Subterrestrials Records. Doors and Bar open at 6pm, Music at 9pm. No Cover, 21+

Aug
7

First Friday at Artisans & agency featuring Brian Rounds

πŸ“ Artisans & agency
πŸ•’ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Β· See listing

Artisans & agency is delighted to feature the luminous paintings of Brian Rounds for the month of August. His plein air paintings of Santa Cruz woodlands and coasts are the perfect way to wrap up the summer and head into fall. We hope you can join us on August 7 from 6-8pm, to admire his work and meet Brian Rounds in person. A word from the artist… Art has the power to instill in us a sense of belonging. When I was growing up in California, rapid suburban development resulted in a dichotomous landscape β€” places of commerce intermixed with patches of land left somewhat wild. While the grid of technology and commodity provides many benefits, the forests, creeks, and trails present something indispensable: contact with what is ancient and nameless. My landscape paintings offer a sanctuary, a meditation, a place where one can lose oneself in the contours of nature. I seek places that inspire me with harmonies of composition, tone, and color, and there begins the process of building a small reflection of the world before meβ€”an absorbing task urged on by the gradual and changing passage of light. Through the act of painting outdoors, I hope to express the unique and mysterious pull that landscape holds when we take time to feel a connection to it. Not unlike the American luminists, who explored nature’s mysteries by rendering light and color in spatially expansive landscapes, I strive to make light palpable and offer the viewer a sense of wonder and engagement with the natural world.

Aug
7

Vine To View Winemaker's Dinner Series

πŸ“ Chaminade Resort & Spa
πŸ•’ 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM Β· See listing

Join us from May to October as Chef Samuels and his culinary team create gourmet four-course dinners expertly paired with wines from local California vineyards. Enjoy a romantic evening in the Chaminade courtyard overlooking Santa Cruz and Monterey Bay. 21+ only. Tickets and Overnight Packages (two tickets included) on sale now. See 2026 calendar below. Friday, May 1 in partnership with Beauregard Vineyards Friday, June 5 in partnership with Caymus Vineyards Friday, July 10 in partnership with Wente Vineyards Friday, July 24 in partnership with Storrs Winery Friday, August 7 in partnership with Fableist Wine Co. Friday, September 11 in partnership with Serial Wines October Date TBD in partnership with Alfaro Family Vineyards

Food & Drink Adults 21+ πŸ“ Midtown Details β†’
Aug
7

Tigers Tale

πŸ“ Woodhouse Blending & Brewing
πŸ•’ 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Β· See listing

Santa Cruz's premier JGB tribute band, Tiger's Tale performs well-known R&B, Motown, reggae, country rock, blues and soul selections from the Garcia-Saunders songbook. Tiger was the name of Jerry Garcia's most-played guitar, and the last one he performed with in the Jerry Garcia Band before he died. What tales would Tiger tell if it were played again? Come hear Tiger’s Tale and find out! Tiger's Tale is: Jim Lewin, guitar & vocals (Edge of the West) Tatiana PeΓ±a, backing vocals (Floratura) Diana Zitmanis, backing vocals (Edge of the West) Josh Salesin, keyboards (FunkUrSoul) Sebastian Hegenbart, bass (Redwood Express) Michael Owens, drums (China Cats) Artist sights & sounds: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tigerstale.band/ Facebook: facebook.com/TigersTale Youtube: youtube.com/@TigersTale

Aug
7

First & Third Fridays Community Drumming Class With Jim Greener

πŸ“ Congregational Church of Soquel
πŸ•’ 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Β· $10

Subject: Come Drum, Connect, and Celebrate Life β€” Now Twice a Month! Dear Friends, Due to continuing requests from our growing circle, I’m very excited to expand our Community Drumming Classes in Soquel Village from gathering on the third Friday of each month to meeting on the FIRST and THIRD FRIDAYS, beginning February 6th! Where: The Congregational Church of Soquel (the white church with the steeple) Parish Hall 4951 Soquel Dr., Soquel, CA When: First & Third Fridays of every month 7:00–8:30 pm Doors open at 6:30 pm Donation: $10 I provide hand drums and percussion instruments, and you’re always welcome to bring your own favorites. All levels of experience are warmly welcome at this family-friendly gathering! For beginners, I offer a few fun and easy tips for playing hand drums and percussion instruments, while exploring universal foundation rhythms. From there, I add more advanced elements for experienced players, guiding the group through a step-by-step Rhythm Journey that I've conducted globally for thousands of corporate and community sessions over the past four decades. Along the way, I also demonstrate how rhythm can become the foundation for a playful, positive Life Practice... reinforcing powerful Life Rhythms and supportive patterns of attitude and action. Together, we cultivate a strong, joyful Groove ... the powerful state of entrainment known as the Zone and Flow... personally, and as a community. Gathering in rhythm is one of humanity’s oldest ways of celebrating life, beginning when our ancestors first gathered around the fire... clapping hands, stomping feet, and howling at the stars... we have used rhythm to connect, empower and rejoice. Every beat reminds us that we are part of something ancient and beautiful, linking us across generations and cultures! We humans are at our best when we come together to celebrate the miracleβ€”the blessingβ€”of life, and to uplift and empower one another. Come play! Many Blessings, Jim

Festivals Family πŸ“ Soquel Details β†’
Aug
7

ALO

πŸ“ Felton Music Hall
πŸ•’ 7:00 PM Β· See listing

ALO stands for Animal Liberation Orchestra - because music liberates the inner animal, of course. As liberated as they come, Zach Gill, Dan β€œLebo” Lebowitz, and Steve Adams have certainly been at this a long time. The trio met while still pre-teens in Saratoga, California, where they quickly connected through their love of music. In junior high, they got the idea to put together a band for their eighth-grade talent show. Zach recounts the struggle of the emerging artist thusly: β€œIt’s hard to get all the pieces right, you know, you’re chasing a dream and an abstract vision, and you’re going through puberty. It’s kind of a lot.” Lebo elaborates, β€œWe met at a time in our lives where we were coming of age and craving identity. Music, and more specifically, our band, gave us a vessel with which we could β€˜set sail’ on the ocean of life”. And the rest is history, but history is always a crooked path. You end up where you belong, but the journey is never quite what you expected when you took the first step. Twenty five years in, Gill (keyboards/vocals), Lebo (guitar/vocals), Adams (bass, vocals) and newest addition, Bay Area drum legend-in-training Ezra Lipp (drums, vocals), have recorded their greatest work to date. Quite simply, this is what happens when a band doesn’t break up – the culmination of a lifetime of shared effort and camaraderie, four master collaborators at the peak of their craft with nothing left to prove, a near-telepathic cohesion. These guys have played with everybody. From royalty like Phil Lesh and members of the Grateful Dead to So Cal surf-troubadour Jack Johnson. If the show happened in California, you’ll almost always find one of them in the corner of the shot and, sometimes, even in the center. But you don’t really hear the band’s magic until you hear them together. And it urges repeat listening, because it’s a rich stew that only fully reveals itself with time, attention, a few tears, and a lot of love. ALO call their music β€œjam-pop,” and the de

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