The Axia
October 1, 2009 – 9:15 am | No Comment

I first encountered Axia when they played an acoustic set at the Frog and Peach in SLO one winter evening a few years ago. I was blown away by the band’s deep, resonating sound …

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Competitions

Show your stuff! Check here for information on music contests and competitions that may give your band its lucky break!

Music 101

Helpful tips on every aspect of the music business, including booking shows, promoting gigs, recording and touring.

Distractions

Just for fun! From us to you, here are lots of quotes about music and some fun music activities to help pass the time.

Events

The Central Coast live music scene is non-stop and local events featuring live, local music abound!

Articles

Articles for the music enthusiast in all of us, including features, reviews, biographies, movies, entertainment and more.

Central Coast Music News, Events »

2nd Annual Pozo Greenfest Oct. 18th
October 6, 2009 – 6:38 am | No Comment

The 2nd Annual Pozo Greenfest will take place on Sunday afternoon, October 18th, 1:00 p.m., at the Pozo Saloon. Music will be by Kark Denson’s Tiny Universe, Fishbone, Still Time and Blue Turtle Seduction.

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Rhodes Reunion Show Oct. 7th
October 4, 2009 – 10:32 pm | No Comment
Rhodes Reunion Show Oct. 7th

Wednesday evening, October 7th, the members of Rhodes will reunite for an all-ages show at Downtown Brewing Co.
Although he has relocated to Austin, Texas, Rhodes frontman Daniel Whittington returns to his old stomping grounds …

Top 12 Rock ‘n’ Roll Movies
October 4, 2009 – 10:46 am | No Comment
Top 12 Rock ‘n’ Roll Movies

I love rock ‘n’ roll, and I love rock ‘n’ roll movies. Whether they’re based on the lives of real rockers who lived and loved among us, or fictional characters who get a taste …

Still Time Survives Trailer Jackknife on the Road
October 3, 2009 – 6:32 pm | No Comment
Still Time Survives Trailer Jackknife on the Road

Local rock band Still Time narrowly escaped injury on the road a couple of weeks ago, when a driver cut them on the 280 near San Francisco, causing the trailer carrying their gear …

How to Book a Gig
October 3, 2009 – 8:54 am | No Comment
How to Book a Gig

Booking a gig is not as difficult a task as it may seem, even for a relatively inexperienced band. Local venues have live music calendars to fill, and if you throw your band’s hat …

Bandecky Bash Oct. 9th-11th
October 3, 2009 – 8:24 am | No Comment
Bandecky Bash Oct. 9th-11th

The First Annual Bandecky Bash will take place at Lake San Antonio’s North Shore October 9th through 11th.
Bands will include Powerman 5000, Motograter, Counter Clockwise, Axia, Criticnue, Siko, Tropo, Klockwyze, Slick Bishop, Opus Dai, Rusted …

Morro Bay Harbor Festival Oct. 3rd & 4th
October 2, 2009 – 7:20 am | No Comment
Morro Bay Harbor Festival Oct. 3rd & 4th

The Morro Bay Harbor Festival is back October 3-4, 2009, with two full days of live music, including music legends Canned Heat!
The annual Morro Bay Harbor Festival has long featured local artists, and this year …

SLO Artist Chase Emery Rocks Kings of Leon
October 2, 2009 – 6:29 am | No Comment
SLO Artist Chase Emery Rocks Kings of Leon

San Luis Obispo artist Chase Emery is barely in his twenties, but got an early start and has already had his music featured on hit television shows like One Tree Hill, The Hills, …

Fun Music Links
October 1, 2009 – 11:13 pm | No Comment
Fun Music Links

Got a little time on your hands? Here are some fun music links to while away the hours.

Music Quotes
October 1, 2009 – 11:01 pm | No Comment
Music Quotes

"The music business is a cruel and shallow money trench, a long plastic hallway where thieves and pimps run free, and good men die like dogs. There’s also a negative side." ~ Hunter S. Thompson …

The Axia
October 1, 2009 – 9:15 am | No Comment
The Axia

I first encountered Axia when they played an acoustic set at the Frog and Peach in SLO one winter evening a few years ago. I was blown away by the band’s deep, resonating sound …

Rock Improv Jam at Modern Music Academy
October 1, 2009 – 8:02 am | No Comment
Rock Improv Jam at Modern Music Academy

Students at the Modern Music Academy in SLO don’t just learn how to play – they learn how to rock! Check out this group of budding rock ‘n’ roll stars showing off their …

Central Coast DJ Competition Oct. 8th – Nov. 19th
October 1, 2009 – 6:08 am | No Comment
Central Coast DJ Competition Oct. 8th – Nov. 19th

Think you’re the best DJ on the Central Coast? This is your chance to prove it. Beginning Thursday, October 8th, and continuing every Thursday through November 19th, Downtown Brew will be hosting the Central Coast …