Articles Tagged With ‘Music’




Willie Nelson’s Country Throwdown coming to Pozo Saloon

By KARLEE PRAZAK In what appears to be the largest one day musical event San Luis Obispo County has ever experienced, Willie Nelson’s Country Showdown, featuring 16 artists playing full sets on three stages, will rock the Pozo Saloon on... (Continue reading)

Still Time at the Cliffs Resort, event photos

Topping off the Memorial Day weekend, Still Time turned out a dynamic show on June 19 at the Cliffs Resort in Shell Beach as part of the popular venue’s “Live on the Rocks” concert series. Find local events at CalCoastNews’ ... (Continue reading)

Clarence Clemons, legendary Springsteen sidekick, dies

Clarence Clemons, the legendary saxophonist for Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band, died Saturday at the age of 69. [LA Times] Clemons, whose musical contributions to Springsteen classics included “Born to Run” and “Rosalita,” died in a Palm Beach hospital of... (Continue reading)

Concert review: Peter Gabriel at the SB Bowl

BY DAVID CONGALTON The facts of Saturday night at the Santa Barbara Bowl are easy enough to report. Rock artist, and that really is the operative word for the British musician, Peter Gabriel performed with the New Blood Orchestra. It... (Continue reading)

Lyle Lovett and John Hiatt charm Chumash crowd

By COLIN JONES Why do some people seem to get all the talent and ability? Most of us are lucky if we can do one or two things really well. Well, both Lyle Lovett and John Hiatt demonstrated that such... (Continue reading)

Sheryl Crow concert at Avila Beach Resort, event photos

Nestled next to the Pacific Ocean at the Avila Beach Resort, the OPTIONS Music Festival featured Sheryl Crow and benefited the OPTIONS Family of Services. Find local events at CalCoastNews’  Event Calendar. If you would like to buy a high... (Continue reading)

In light of current economic standing, nonprofits find new ways to boost budget

OPINION By JACQUELINE DELANEY With the current state of the economy, everyone is tightening their belts. From large corporations to privately owned small business to the average Joe next door, the gripping effect of the downturn in our economy can... (Continue reading)

English Beat to perform a free show at the Cliffs on Memorial Day

By COLIN JONES Famed new wave/ska band The English Beat will perform a free concert on Memorial Day afternoon at the Cliffs Resort in Shell Beach as part of their popular ‘Live on the Rocks’ music series. Led by Southern... (Continue reading)

Swinging good times at the Pozo Stampede

By COLIN JONES The great thing about seeing a show at the Pozo Saloon is that it takes you straight back to 1979, that is if you’re willing to be transported. It’s gotta be the most unique concert venue in... (Continue reading)

Pozo Saloon Stampede with Dwight Yoakam, event photos

If you love outdoor country music parties, Pozo Saloon was the place to be on Saturday afternoon with Dwight Yoakam, Easton Corbin, Jack Ingram, The Devil Makes Three, Truth and Salvage Co. and Jade Jackson playing for the crowd. Find... (Continue reading)