Jesse Dayton at Campus Jax postponed to Spring 2021
POSTPONED to March or April due to Corona Virus
All seats will be honored at that time.
(Or select another show of your choice)
It's out of our control, but Jesse definitely wants to come and play for you.
Stories Behind The SongsJesse Dayton is the living, breathing, drinking embodiment of a cool country soul brother. His first album 1995's Raisin' Cane included backup from Texas legends like Doug Sahm and Flaco Jimenez and was released on Willie Nelson's Justice label. His 2001 release on his own Stag Records label "Hey! Nash Vegas" also featured a stellar cast of players including Texas fiddle king Johnny Gimble,The Dixie Chicks, and Jim Lauderdale.
Dayton's talent is unmistakable & his all-american appeal is cross genre & generational, allowing him to tour with acts as diverse as George Strait, Mike Ness and Joe Strummer.
Jesse comes to Campus Jax in Newport Beach on a Friday night along with his brother from another mother, Ted Russell Kamp, two of the most sought-after musicians in the Americana/Honky Tonk world today.
The two will deliver a dynamite evening of their brand of cerebral country rock. Fun times!
Info on his most recent album: Mix Tape Volume 1
“A lot of this stuff was what I liked as a kid,” says modern-day outlaw country icon Jesse Dayton
of his new album of cover songs, Mix Tape Volume 1. “Some of it is from super-early on, before
I was even thinking about playing music. They're just songs I would hear on the radio in my
sister's old '62 Rambler she would take me to school in. I'm hearing Neil Young, Gordon
Lightfoot, stuff like that. Of course, when I got a little older, I saw The Clash in San Antonio at
the Egyptian Theater. Joe Ely opened that show. That changed my life.”
The dichotomy inherent in that Clash/Ely bill has ruled the Beaumont, TX native's career, either
with his own rockin' country music or playing guitar for everyone from Johnny Cash and
Waylon Jennings to punk standard-bearers X. He grew up, went through punk rock after that
eye-opening Clash gig and the obligatory late-'70s/early-'80s suburban American teenage heavy
metal phase. He apprenticed in zydeco bands and honky-tonk outfits, and played on a session for
zydeco legend Rockin' Dopsey produced by Texas music legend Huey Meaux. He moved from
Beaumont to Austin, to play rockabilly. He eventually realized the stuff he grew up with – the
vintage country music infusing his Beaumont childhood, from Johnny Cash, George Jones,
Waylon Jennings - had an honesty, a passion and a rawness that modern country music didn't
have, a spirit the best punk rock shared. He started relating to his roots again.
But to understand how Jesse Dayton arrived at Mix Tape Volume 1, you have to look to the five
years he spent being Thursday's entertainment at Austin honkytonk institution The Broken
Spoke. No matter how many strong LPs you've issued of your own material, when you are in that
situation, having to play five sets-per-night? You can't rely on your original output.
"I was a human jukebox,” Dayton groans now. “But it's where I learned how to pace my sets. It's
where I learned how to be a band leader. It's about watching the dancers - knowing where to play
a polka, knowing where to play a waltz. Quite a bit of work and study went into that gig. It was
packed every time. But I started having Groundhog's Day flashbacks. I wanted to kill some of
those goofy dancers, after awhile." Thankfully, X's John Doe stepped in and asked Dayton to be
his touring guitarist, showing him another way to play music. Otherwise, he might have been
recording Mix Tape in prison!
Here and there, Dayton stays faithful to the original versions of his Mix Tape entries. For
instance, Dr. Feelgood's revved-up pub rocker “She Does It Right” remains in the same
neighborhood, with little renovation. It's when Dayton indulges his imagination that things get
interesting. He retrofits The Clash's reggae homage "Bankrobber" with a Bobby Fuller Four
arrangement, the way The Clash converted "I Fought The Law" into a furious punk anthem.
AC/DCs “Whole Lotta Rosie” morphs into something akin to ZZ Top playing Slim Harpo's
“Shake Your Hips.” Speaking of ZZ Top, their “She's A Heartbreaker” wouldn't have been out of
place on a Flying Burrito Brothers record. The Cars' midtempo chug “Just What I Needed”
becomes the sorta two-step, buckle-polishing Texas honky-tonk shuffle Dayton would've
whipped out on those Broken Spoke Thursdays. Bruce Springsteen's “State Trooper” becomes a
Cramps-style punkabilly stomp.
"The world is filled with people aping Willie Nelson and Waylon Jennings songs,” he says. “It's
so unoriginal. I had to make it sound like me, no matter where it came from."
But it's when he's lifting material from his older sister's '70s singer-songwriter records – Jackson
Browne's “Redneck Friend,” Neil Young's “Harvest,” Elton John's “Country Comfort” - and
making pure, achin' country music out of it that Dayton's redemptive powers really shine. It's
especially evident when he gives Gordon Lightfoot's “If You Could Read My Mind” the sort of
arrangement Waylon Jennings applied to “MacArthur Park,” or to Paul Simon's “The Boxer,” as
he did when Dayton played with him. It works.
"People think Waylon rode around in a pickup truck listening to Hank Sr. Waylon was cruising
around in a Mercedes, listening to singer-songwriters,” Dayton snorts. “He had a hit with 'Are
You Ready For The Country?' by Neil Young. George Jones had a hit with 'Bartender Blues' by
James Taylor. It might be his greatest vocal performance ever!”
"But now I look at the records my sister had - the Jackson Brownes, the Elton Johns - and I
think, 'Okay, now I get it.' There's a lot of great material there. It's all about interpretation."
And interpret, he does. Quite brilliantly, too. It was something Jesse Dayton's been needing.
“I'd done almost five years on tour,” he sighs, “doing two original records back-to-back. I played
on a lotta other people's records. I just needed to take the pressure off, just have some fun. And
that's why this is Volume 1 – what if I need to do this again?”
Jesse Dayton Quick Facts
* 11 studio albums, 2 singles, and one EP as a solo artist
* Collaborations or guest appearances with Doug Sahm, Flaco Jimenez, Johnny Gimble, The Supersuckers,
Waylon Jennings, Johnny Cash, Ray Price, Willie Nelson, Johnny Bush, Glen Campbell, and John Doe.
* Past Tours with The Supersuckers, Social Distortion, and X.
* 3 soundtrack collaborations with Rob Zombie, for his films The Devil's Rejects, Halloween 2 (also featuring
Jesse in the role of Captain Clegg), and The Haunted World Of El Super Beasto.
* Over 50 songs licensed to film and television.
* Writer and director of the independent horror film Zombex, starring Malcolm McDowell, Sid Haig, Lew
Temple (from The Walking Dead) and John Doe.
Fri Mar 19 2021, 7:00 PM
Buy TicketsCorb Lund at Original Mike's POSTPONED to April 10
THIS SHOW IS MOVING TO APRIL 10 DUE TO THE CORONA VIRUS.
PLEASE UNDERSTAND THE TOUGH SITUATION THIS PUTS THE MUSIC COMMUNITY IN, EVERYBODY FROM THE ARTIST TO THE FANS TO THE VENUES AND PROMOTERS ARE AFFECTED DRASTICALLY.
OUR POLICY:
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BIO
Honky tonkin' Corb Lund has his exclusive Southland appearance at Original Mike's in Santa Ana, with special guest Lauren Morrow. See her bio at bottom of this page.:
Those who know and love Corb Lund are people who appreciate the hilarity of his songs.
Listen to the lyrics of "Cows Around" or "Bible On The Dashboard."
These are not simply great lyrics; they are so tongue in cheek as to be masterpieces of the genre. An award-winning artist like John Prine would be proud to put his name on some of Corb Lund's songs - he is that good.
Unlike Prine however, Corb has a rockin' great honky tonk band, the former Hurtin' Albertans backing him up on this tour.
That alone should be enough to pry you loose from a few bucks to go see this show! But bring some friends if you don't want to be describing what a great show it was over and over the next day.
More facts:
Lund is an award-winning, vintage country performer, who spent his twenties, interestingly, in an indie rock band. He embraces his rich and rustic western heritage with a style that’s unique, honest and resolute, while touching on a range of cowboy themes both past and present — from rough-and-tumble tales of lawless frontier saloons, to the sombre realities of running a modern family ranch. He sings about a life that he and his ancestors have lived themselves, paired with his quick-witted, wry observations of today’s world. As a result, his writing resonates emphatically with rural and urban audiences alike. It’s a classic sound with a twist, something of a rarity these days, but one that evokes the spirit of the American West, winning over appreciative audiences at rodeos, fairs, festivals and other events where tales of fearless explorers, determined homesteaders and committed cattle ranchers still holds a powerful sway.
Backed by his long-time honky tonk band, the Hurtin’ Albertans — Kurt Ciesla, bass; Grant Siemens, guitar; and Brady Valgardson, drums — Lund effectively amplifies those themes and fires up the crowds. It’s little wonder that the Vegas Seven noted, “Like Willie Nelson before them, they bring out the shit-kickers and hipsters in equal measure.”
“There aren’t many artists still making this kind of Western music,” Lund suggests. “Personally, I feel like I still have a real stake in it. That’s why I believe that the people that admire a vintage approach really appreciate what we do. And for us, it’s really gratifying to be able to perform it for them.” In a very real sense then, Lund has become a true musical courier as far as that authenticity is concerned, a traditional troubadour who’s determined to keep that rugged and restless spirit alive. “It seems to have developed that way,” he nods. “I didn’t necessarily plan it, but it feels really good that that’s how it’s evolved.”
The upcoming tour is a precursor to a series of new projects Lund has planned for the coming year. He promises a carefully curated EP of unexpected cover songs that will resonate with ranchers and rockers alike, and an album of original material to follow soon after. With nine studio albums under his belt, multiple CCMA, Juno, and international award nomination and wins, Lund is well recognized as a musical force to be reckoned with.
His seventh album, Cabin Fever, debuted at #1 on the Billboard Canadian Charts; he has three gold records; and his latest release, Things That Can’t Be Undone, cemented his status as one of the best contemporary country singer/songwriters working today.
The press agrees: Rolling Stone declared him one of the “10 New Country Artists You Need to Know” and NPR remarked, “The album is a high mark of a long career. ”Rolling Stone Country said of Things That Can’t Be Undone that it “finds Lund flirting in fresh sonic waters, while still keeping his sardonic mix of eerie lyrics and deceptively joyful vamps well intact.”
For its part, Popmatters proclaimed, “ 'Things That Can’t Be Undone' furthers the case for Corb Lund as one of the best contemporary country songwriters.”
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT LAUREN MORROW
"Top Ten Country Artists to Watch in 2020." - Paste Magazine
“With her self-titled solo EP, Morrow has struck out on her own, debuting four songs that showcase her tender songwriting and inward-looking artistic vision.” — Rolling Stone
“Lauren Morrow—known best as one-half of Nashville-by-way-of-Atlanta duo Whiskey Gentry—puts lyrical fire behind a classic country sound on her four-song solo debut.” — Garden & Gun
“As she starts a new era of her career, she needs something to advantageously represent herself that isn’t The Whiskey Gentry, and this is what she accomplishes with these four songs. But most importantly, these four songs are really good.” — Saving Country Music
After over a decade as the centerpiece of popular Americana band The Whiskey Gentry, Lauren Morrow packed her bags, her dogs, her cats, and husband and moved to Nashville to pursue a career as a solo artist and grow her craft as a songwriter and performer. Within months, she released her first solo EP to widespread critical acclaim and landed on many Best of 2018 year ends lists from Rolling Stone to Garden & Gun, quickly launching her already budding career and sending it into hyperdrive. Over the next year, Morrow filmed an episode for PBS’ Bluegrass Underground and toured the US playing festivals such as Pickathon and Bristol Rhythm & Roots to name a few. In November 2019, Morrow began recording her first solo, full-length album at the legendary Nashville studio, Sound Emporium. Set to release in 2020, Morrow’s new album showcases her flawless vocals and intricate songwriting, but also her willingness to take risks — an edge that makes her stand out from the Nashville norm. Whether she’s singing an alternative/indie rock banger, a classic-country cooner, or a traditional lovesick ballad, there’s a unique impression she leaves that lingers and is unlike anything you’ve heard before.
Sat Apr 10 2021, 7:00 PM
Buy TicketsThe Lowbrow Luau in Long Beach
3 days of lowbrow music, art, tropical food & drinks at the Golden Sails Hotel in Long Beach, Calif.
Due to Covid, we must postpone this weekender to May 28-30 in 2021.
It will be worth the wait!
Mahalo!
This tiki-themed retro experience has something for everybody who wants to let their hair down:
Luscious Luaus, Swingin' Suite Parties, Sensational Seminars and dozens of Vibrant Vendors!
Friday - Tropical Tsunami kick-off party with the Hula Girls in the PCH Club.
Saturday - Surf & Turf party all day + Charles Phoenix + Monster Mash party + Seminars
Sunday - Pool Party + the Swingers' Lounge + Lively Luau
This charming 175-room hotel is located on PCH near 2nd St. and has views of the lovely Cerritos Bahia Marina on the bay.
Special room rates are available with emphasis on throwing your own room party - and being part of this immersive tiki experience. Watch for details about reserving rooms or suites. Most rooms face the pool and gazebo lawn area with either a patio or a balcony.
Due to the uncertainty of the virus situation, we will only take $2 placeholders until we know for sure how many are allowed to attend this large indoor/outdoor event with 3 stages, seminars and tropical food & drinks.
Tentative Schedule of Events:
FRIDAY9 am - Check-in - Reservation desk on PCH patio
9 am - 3 pm - Vendor load-in begins - all exhibit halls
5 pm - Hawaiian buffet opens
6 pm - 9 pm - Vendor Village opens for VIPs (details to come)
8 pm - 11:30 pm - Tropical Tsunami w/ Hula Girls and DJ Big Tiki Dude
(Tropical drinks, live music, dancing)
11 pm -1 am curfew - Suite Parties commence in select hotel rooms
SATURDAY
7 am - 10 am - Breakfast available in PCH Club
7 am - 10 am - Vendor load-in continues + Crystal Ballroom
7 am - Check-in -Reservation desk on PCH patio
11 am - 6 pm - Vendor Villages open in the Sails, Seafarer and Nautilus Halls
11 am - Art Gallery opens in Crystal Ballroom
11 am - 2 pm - Full menu available in PCH Club
11 am - Island Buffet available all day
1 pm - 3 pm - Lowbrow Luau on Garden Lawn 1 pm - Symposium #1 In Crystal Ballroom
3 pm - 6 pm - Big Tiki Dude's Surf Music Showcase
4-8 pm - PCH Club Island Buffet
5 pm - Charles Phoenix show in Crystal Ballroom - Separate Ticketed Show
6 pm - 10 pm - Lizard Lounge party in PCH Club
8 pm - Midnight - Monster Mash party in Crystal Ballroom w live bands and full bar. 1
1 pm - 2 am curfew - Suite Parties commence in select rooms
SUNDAY
7 am - 10 am - Breakfast available in PCH Club
9 am - Check-in - Reservation desk on PCH patio
10 am - 6 pm - Vendor Villages open in the Sails, Seafarer and Nautilus Halls
10 am - Symposium #2 in Crystal Ballroom Art Gallery opens in Crystal Ballroom
10 am - 2 pm Pool Party w/ Gazebo music & Surf Bands
11 am - 7 pm - Full menu available in PCH Club Noon - Symposium #3 in Crystal Ballroom
1-2 pm - Best Mai Tai contest w/ area tiki bars competing
2 pm - 4 pm - Lowbrow Luau on Garden Lawn
2 pm - 5 pm - Swinger's Lounge party in Crystal Ballroom
(All times and entertainment subject to change)
Vendor & Sponsor contact is
Maureen Thompson, Leader of the Tribemaureensirongarden@gmail.com 310-488-0383
Produced by Christopher Burkhardt
Escape to Tiki Island
aka Stellar Shows and Concerts
christopher@expoeventsusa.net 714-809-6146
Fri May 28 2021, 4:00 PM
Buy TicketsPAUL THORN at PCH Club
BIO
Among those who value originality, inspiration, eccentricity and character – as well as talent that hovers somewhere on the outskirts of genius, the story of Paul Thorn is already familiar.
Raised in Tupelo, Mississippi, among the same spirits (and some of the actual people) who nurtured the young Elvis generations before, Paul Thorn has rambled down back roads and jumped out of airplanes, worked for years in a furniture factory, battled four-time world champion boxer Roberto Duran on national television, signed with and been dropped by a major label, performed [on stages with Bonnie Raitt, Mark Knopfler, Sting, and John Prine among many others, and made some of the most emotionally restless yet fully accessible music of our time.
In 2018, Paul released an album titled Don’t Let the Devil Ride, which he describes as “the culmination of my whole life in music, coming back to my roots.”
It marks his first time recording gospel music - featuring guests such as the Blind Boys of Alabama, the McCrary Sisters, and Preservation Hall Horns - and his creation of a body of strikingly original songs that address the foibles of human relationships without necessarily favoring the sacred over the profane.
With 20 years of writing, touring, and entertaining under his belt, he shows no sign of slowing down with his new record, Don’t Let the Devil Ride, breaking genre barriers and topping charts, putting a new twist on his already-entertaining live show.
So that makes this show a definite bucket lister for anyone who appreciates a dash of wry humor with their Americana.
If you know Paul, you will be here.
If you don't know him, then you should. Because this is a unique character on the level of a Mark Twain or a George Carlin - and there just aren't very many of those.
Seated show, all ages, free parking, fine dining
Sat Jul 3 2021, 7:00 PM
Buy TicketsLos Straitjackets with Big Sandy
Due to the Pandemic, this show is moved to August 2021.
We will inform you of date, time and venue as we get closer to that show.
All purchases will be honored, or you may choose another show to use your seats at as we get into the fall shows.
Over the last three decades, Big Sandy has kept up a constant cycle of traveling back and forth across the lower 48, then hopping across the pond to Europe and beyond. He brings with him a brand of American music that has earned him an induction into the Rockabilly Hall of Fame, several national television appearances, guest spots on The Grand Ole Opry and a slew of adoring fans.
Perhaps best known for his work with his own "Fly-Rite Boys," Big Sandy has also enjoyed a long, much-storied relationship with masked-rockers Los Straitjackets.
Beginning with 1996's joint release "La Plaga" on Spinout Records, and culminating in the critically acclaimed, Cesar Rosas (Los Lobos) produced LP "Rock En Español," Big Sandy & Los Straitjackets continue to thrill Rock & Roll audiences around the world.
Hopefully, the 'jackets will still appear with the Outtasites, a rare appearance of the legendary band led by Chris "Sugarballs" Sprague.
Prepare to party!