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Author: Hal Johnson

Live Music in the North State: June 7–June 13

Posted on June 7, 2017 by Hal Johnson

  This week we have classical and classic rock, reggae and brass, and blues and bluegrass in store. Enjoy. Wednesday, June 7 The Rolling Heads Band performs at the Mosquito Serenade at the Anderson River Park, beginning at 7 p.m. The opening… Continue Reading →

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Live Music in the North State: May 31 – June 6

Posted on May 31, 2017 by Hal Johnson

    The end of the school year often sees a bit of a slowdown in bookings at our north state venues, but with a Canadian songstress now living in Nashville, a noted singer-songwriter from Portland, a brass band from… Continue Reading →

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Live Music in the North State: May 24 – May 30

Posted on May 24, 2017 by Hal Johnson

In store this week on the live music scene will be a farewell performance from a band that’s been a perennial favorite in Shasta County, interesting touring acts appearing at The Dip and Firehouse Lounge, and seven open mics at… Continue Reading →

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Live Music in the North State: May 17 – May 23

Posted on May 17, 2017 by Hal Johnson

  Have you been singing and strumming in your living room, wondering if it’s time to venture out to perform in public? Well, with nine all-ages open mics or jams going on this week in the north state, the gate… Continue Reading →

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Live Music in the North State: May 10 – May 16

Posted on May 10, 2017 by Hal Johnson

This week, we have local favorites plus notable touring acts, playing jazz plus country plus folk plus blues plus classical. Yep, that equals plenty of reasons to get away from home to enjoy live music. Enjoy. Wednesday, May 10 Open… Continue Reading →

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Live Music in the North State: May 3 – May 9

Posted on May 3, 2017 by Hal Johnson

  Out in the north state music scene this week, you can catch a member of The Strangers, Merle Haggard’s legendary band. There are tasty jazz events to enjoy, a Thursday music festival, open mics, a Buddy Holly tribute, and… Continue Reading →

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Live Music in the North State: April 28 – May 2

Posted on April 28, 2017 by Hal Johnson

  Folks, I’m running late with this week’s column, but I expect to be back on track next week. Thanks for reading, and thanks for supporting local musicians. Friday, April 28 Mumblefinger performs at Cafe Paradisio in Redding, beginning at 7:30… Continue Reading →

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Live Music in the North State: April 19–April 25

Posted on April 19, 2017 by Hal Johnson

    With a multi-act outdoor festival, perennial local favorites, popular touring acts, and a new music venue arriving on scene, it promises to be another great week for live music in the north state. Wednesday, April 19 Gunshy at Three… Continue Reading →

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Live Music in the North State: April 12–April 18

Posted on April 12, 2017 by Hal Johnson

In store for the north state this week, we have a spoken-word night at the Bohemian Art Loft, a two-night engagement from a Miracle Mile Records artist who is also one of the north state’s most beloved guitar instructors, several… Continue Reading →

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Live Music in the North State: April 5–April 11

Posted on April 5, 2017 by Hal Johnson

  We offer a sad and fond goodbye to two beloved members of our local music community: Chris Uchibori and Barry Hazle, Sr. Thank you, gentlemen, for everything you’ve done for north state music lovers.   Wednesday, April 5 Quiet… Continue Reading →

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