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See one of the top Americana bands in the world in a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere at the coolest place for an intimate concert experience:

Campus Jax in Newport Beach. Jax features a 4-star menu, free parking and it's all ages with cabaret seating and great sound.

It's across from OC Airport near the 73 Fwy at 3950 Campus Drive near John Wayne Airport.

RECKLESS KELLY, named after iconic Australian highwayman Ned Kelly, is a country-rock outfit led by brothers Willy and Cody Braun.

Beginning with Millican in 1998, RK has blazed a trail and created a trademark brand of road-screaming country-rock music that's big on loud guitars, clean popping drums, and tremendously hooky songs. Released in 2008, Bulletproof was Reckless Kelly's standout album - All killer, no filler.

In 2019, Reckless Kelly’s new live recording Bulletproof Live is a presentation that all of the band’s fans will appreciate. The set list features all 14 songs from Bulletproof in the exact same sequence as they are presented on said record. Audiences get Bulletproof in its entirety in the same sequence as its original studio presentation, but better, because it is presented in a live setting. Some of the versions are close to the original studio takes, while others, such as ‘American Blood’ and ‘Passing Through’ give audiences a slightly different, take on those classics.

PATROLLED BY RADAR

You can trace an almost linear route from the unfiltered moments of Dylan and The Hawks through Gram Parsons, to Tom Petty (with a slight detour along the way for chunks of the Rolling Stones circa 1969-72 and a speed-bump called Tom Waits in the '90s).

The latest extension of this musical highway is paved by Patrolled By Radar. On their new album, Cool Your Jets, the Los Angeles-based band fuses the finer elements of the past four decades to craft rock songs whose appeal defies genre or classification.

Peter Curry of Los Straitjackets, who produced their albums, says, "Jay Souza has more in common with The Kinks than any of the current crop of 'Americana.' His songs tell stories that are simultaneously funny, sad and ironic, and the music rocks. He's one of those rare songwriters who crafts melodies as strong as his lyrics."

CROWN CITY BOMBERS

For 10 years, CCB has been playing classic rockabilly, R&B and rock ‘n’ roll of the 50's and early 60's - as well as rockin' originals with a vintage feel.

CCB has built a dedicated legion of fans in the Southern California roots and rockabilly scene. On any given weekend you can find them playing at local car shows, clubs, casinos, festivals, corporate events, private parties or weddings.

They are also a regular presence at the annual Viva Las Vegas Rockabilly Festival, the Bo Huff & Cruisin' National Car shows, Joe’s American Bar and Grill and Downtown Disney. CCB’s fan base has grown nationally and internationally.

They recently performed at the iconic Wiltern theatre in Los Angeles, Kustom Kulture Festival in Seattle Washington, & the Bethune Retro Festival in France!

With their new album recently released, this is a prime time to see the jumpin' and jivin' CCB band at their BEST!

If you know lead singer Lilla, you will want to be here to celebrate her BIRTHDAY as well!

The RATTLE ROLLERS

The Rattle Rollers are a 1950s style Rock n Roll / Rhythm n Blues band!

They do tributes to Ritchie Valens and Chuck Berry as well as some rockin' original material...

Great for Jiving, Bopping, Strolling, Swinging and Lindy Hopping!!
Enjoy the Rattle Rollers!

Free parking, all ages, full dinner menu, reserved seating and dance floor

Black Friday is the day after Thanksgiving - and it's your chance to see three great honky tonk bands perform in one big show!

Sam Morrow

Morrow fronts a band of plugged-in roots-rockers and doubles down on a blend of countrified funk and guitar-fueled southern rock, shot through with train beats, Telecaster twang, bluesy slide guitar and swirling organ, with Morrow's big, booming voice front and center.

jimmy Dale Richardson

With his gutsy lead vocals and solid rhythm guitar playing, Jimmy Dale Richardson creates some of the most exciting music to emanate from Oklahoma City. He brings new life to the classic and obscure rockabilly, honky tonk, Western swing, early country and hillbilly bop tunes of Carl Perkins, Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry, Gene Vincent, and Elvis Presley. His own original chops are every bit as good!

David Serby & Hillbilly Fringe

Free parking, all ages, full menu, hotel rooms available.

Dave Stuckey & The 4 Hoot Owls w/ Carl Sonny Leyland

Before fiddler Spade Cooley gave it a name in 1944, Western swing was simply known as "Hot String Band" music. Dave Stuckey and the 4 Hoot Owls mine this particular vein of swing music, whose earliest stars were Milton Brown, Bob Wills and the Texas Playboys, The Light Crust Doughboys and The Tune Wranglers. It's always a stellar occasion when we can get this entire group of busy music-makers together, so be sure not to miss this stellar lineup: Dave Stuckey on rhythm guitar and vocals, Dave Berzansky on steel, Bobby Furgo on skins, Wally Hersom on bass fiddle and the inimitable Carl Sonny Leyland (here, there and everywhere) on piano and vocals.
Jimmy Dale Richardson
Jimmy Dale Richardson has created some of the most exciting music to emanate from the state of Oklahoma. With his gutsy lead vocals and solid electric guitar leads, Jimmy brings new life to the obscure art of traditional Honky Tonk, Rockabilly, and jump blues as well as other Roots music genres.

Jimmy played Viva Las Vegas in 2016 and 2018 with a great audience reception. In 2019, Jimmy became the “Best Rockabilly Male” award winner at the Ameripolitan Awards in Memphis. See for yourself how he commands the stage and makes music worth your attention.

Abby Girl & The Real Deal

Abby Girl has created a band known for its lively, soulful renditions of early R'n'B, blues, gospel and roots rock rarities. But even more than that, the band is an assemblage of dedicated veterans who take their work seriously, and have serious fun while doing it.

Join us Sunday Dec. 1 for this swingin' matinee for music lovers and dancers.

All ages, free parking, full menu and large dance floor.

(Money-back guarantee if not super-satisfied!)

Stellar Shows and Left Coast Entertainment Present:

A Night of Feel-Good Cosmic American Blues When Blind Lemon Peel makes a triumphant return home to Southern California with Special Guests Bobby “Hurricane” Spencer on Sax, KK Martin on Guitar and BLP stalwart David Odom on drums.

Also featuring The Jessica Kaczmarek Band w/ David Valdez on the skins, Chris Smith slappin’ the stand-up bass, Mike Malone on the keys and the tin sandwich - and Jessica Kaczmarek on guitar & vocals

With an opening set by the Mythical Bobby “Hurricane” Spencer!

This is Cosmic american Blues at its best - and you're gonna want to be there.

So make a reservation today!

When an artist of Kim Wilson's stature throws a Blue Christmas Party, you don't want to miss it!

And to make it even more special, his son Steven Taylor - a blues guitarist with a sharp band of young bluesicians - will be opening the show for his dad.

As this show is on a Wed. night, it will be a bit more family-oriented, kick off at 7:30, and end at a reasonable hour.

In between though, you can expect some of the finest music by Kim Wilson's Blues Revue, with special guests. Kim will play both Christmas songs and blues numbers while you enjoy an optional dinner - and perhaps an adult beverage.

This show has free parking, is all ages, and takes place in the comfortable PCH Blues Club with cabaret seating and reserved seats.

Here is some background:

Kim Wilson's musical journey started in Goleta, California. At 17 he began playing the harmonica. His influences included Little Walter, George “Harmonica” Smith, Lazy Lester and James Cotton. At the same time, Wilson began singing and was deeply impacted by Bobby “Blue” Bland, B.B. King, Otis Rush, Jimmy Rodgers and Muddy Waters.

In search of other musicians who shared his love of the blues, Wilson headed to Minneapolis. He stayed there for a year and a half, playing locally, before moving to the burgeoning music scene of Austin, Texas. It was there that he met Jimmie Vaughan and they founded the T-Birds in 1974. The band developed a reputation as a compelling live act and subsequently signed a record deal with CBS/Epic Records.

In 1979, The Fabulous Thunderbirds released their first self-titled album. Primarily blues influenced, it became a cult classic.

The album “T-Bird Rhythm” marked a creative turning point for the group as it collaborated with noted producer Nick Lowe. In 1986, The Fabulous Thunderbirds reached a commercial peak with the album, “Tuff Enuff”. The single of the same title as well as the singles “Wrap It Up” and “Look At That”, all went top 40. The song, “Tuff Enuff” was featured in the film “Gung Ho” starring Michael Keaton.

As a side project Wilson formed Kim Wilson’s Blues Revue, a traditional blues band.

Steven Taylor

The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree when it comes to the sensational Steven Taylor, 21, whose dad is Kim Wilson from the Fabulous Thunderbirds.

Totally fabulous on his own, Taylor’s new record Moving On is available on iTunes and he may have a few CD’s with him to personally autograph.

See him with his full band prior to Kim Wilson's show.

The New Years Eve Rockin' Luau Party features a sumptuous Hawaiian Luau Buffet , a champagne toast at midnight - and some amazing music all night long! It takes place inside the venerable Golden Sails Hotel in Long Beach at the PCH Club.

Enjoy a world of tiki culture, hulabilly and rockabilly music in a glamorous setting aimed at ringing in the New Year right!

BIG SANDY & HIS FLY-RITE BOYS

Since forming in 1988, Big Sandy & His Fly-Rite Boys have emerged as one of the world's most respected practitioners of American roots music.

They have been on a a wild ride for over 30 years that has taken them around the world countless times, has put them in front of national television audiences, and - most importantly - has given them the opportunity to play the music they grew up having such a passion for: Rockabilly, Rock & Roll, Honky-Tonk, Rhythm & Blues, Soul and Doo-Wop.

The HULA GIRLS

Just when you thought tiki music had to be sleepy instrumental tunes, here come The Hula Girls!

The Hula Girls formed in 2008 and have been busy playing their self-described ‘hulabilly’ music all over Southern California. It’s up-tempo hapa haole, tiki, and surf themed music, all filtered through the late 1950’s and early 60’s rockabilly and rock n’ roll sound!

The Hula Girls are Spike Marble on guitar and lead vocals, Shorty Poole on upright and electric basses, Gary Brandin on steel guitar, and Doug Sanborn on drums! They are always accompanied by their hula-a-go-go dancers - for this special event they are Hula Girls Kiki Flambé & Audrie Loraine.

JASON LEE - Master of Ceremonies

Guitarist Jason Lee fronts the bands Jason Lee & the R.I.P.tides and Jason Lee & The Black Tides Orchestra, both extremely popular among the tiki and surf and exotica music crowds. He also is a writer and composer for network TV & film projects. He is endorsed by Gretsch Guitars.

With his longtime experience making instrumental Surf Music with a twist, Jason Lee brings a broad mix to the culture of Surf Music and the tiki lifestyle..

That is exactly why he is the perfect Master of Ceremonies for our Rockin' Luau Party. Doors will open at 7:30 pm and the show will commence at 8 pm.

Expect surprises galore. Come dressed in your best Hawaiian attire - or something more formal if you prefer!

18 and up, dance floor, optional Hawaiian Luau Buffet, Tropical Drinks, Champagne toast at midnight and party favors. Plenty of free parking too, or use a ride-share service.

Have a safe New Years!.