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Author: Hal Johnson

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Live Music in the North State: November 29 – December 5

Posted on November 29, 2017 by Hal Johnson

  This week won’t be the busiest on the north state live music scene, but there are plenty of events to go around nevertheless. Enjoy, and thank you for supporting live music in our area. Wednesday, November 29 Gunshy at Three Shastas… Continue Reading →

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Live Music in the North State: November 22 – November 28

Posted on November 22, 2017 by Hal Johnson

    With the holiday upon us, it’s kind of a skinny week for live music in the north state, but tasty stuff can still be found. (Heh.) Wednesday, November 22 Open Mic Night at The Grape Escape in Redding, from 6:30 p.m.… Continue Reading →

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Live Music in the North State: November 15 – November 21

Posted on November 15, 2017 by Hal Johnson

    This week’s offerings include a birthday bash for the front man of one of Shasta County’s most popular bands, and a return local performance at Kelly’s from that performing songwriter from Cranberry, New York. We’ll have great touring… Continue Reading →

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Live Music in the North State: November 8 – 14

Posted on November 8, 2017 by Hal Johnson

For jazz fans, there are more offerings than usual in the north state this week. Also, those folks fond of the Dunsmuir Brewery Works will be happy to know the extensive renovations are nearly complete, with the brewery/restaurant open for… Continue Reading →

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Live Music in the North State: November 1 – November 7

Posted on November 1, 2017 by Hal Johnson

  This week offers one of Shasta County’s favorite performing songwriters at the Tied House, engaging touring acts at the Vintage and The Dip, open mics in Bella Vista and Weaverville, and a number of north state favorites at local… Continue Reading →

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Live Music in the North State: October 25 – October 31

Posted on October 25, 2017 by Hal Johnson

It’s fall, and the perfect time to fall in love with live north state music. There’s a lot to choose from as we finish off October and welcome November. Happy Halloween! Wednesday, October 25 The Shasta College Jazz Big Band will perform… Continue Reading →

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Live Music in the North State: October 4 – October 10

Posted on October 4, 2017 by Hal Johnson

The Dunsmuir Brewery Works is a cool live music venue, and lately they’ve offered more live music on weekdays. However, they are closed for renovations until further notice. (Fans of their popular first-Friday open mic night, take note.) Also, there… Continue Reading →

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Live Music in the North State: September 27 – October 3

Posted on September 27, 2017 by Hal Johnson

Of note this week is the annual Jazz in the Canyon event, taking place Thursday through Sunday at multiple venues in Dunsmuir. Wednesday, September 27 Chris Lauer at Final Draft Brewing Company in Redding, from 5:30 p.m. All ages. (530) 338-1198. Hill Street Band… Continue Reading →

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Live Music in the North State: September 20 – September 26

Posted on September 20, 2017 by Hal Johnson

It’s heartening to see that our weekday music scene has grown in recent years. The Dip, the Vintage Wine Bar, Final Draft Brewing Company, Three Shastas Bar and Grill, The Grape Escape, Enjoy the Store in Red Bluff, Cooper’s Bar… Continue Reading →

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Live Music in the North State: September 13 – September 19

Posted on September 13, 2017 by Hal Johnson

Whether your musical tastes align with rock, reggae, blues, country, or folk, your cup of tea awaits in the north state this week. Wednesday, September 13 Chris Lauer at Final Draft Brewing Company in Redding, from 5:30 p.m. All ages. (530) 338-1198. Open… Continue Reading →

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