| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | | World Music Concert: Jin Hi Kim: Komungo | Sacramento State (CSUS) | 02/07/12 | Sacramento |
Kyle WilliamsPresented by Torch Club at Torch Club February 7, 2012 Kyle began his official relationship with music by learning to play drums for his church. Because of this foundation, there is a strong theme of soul and rhythm in everything Kyle does. From his birth, Kyle was surrounded by great music. His mother saturated him in the sounds of James Taylor, Simon & Garfunkel, John Denver, The Temptations, The Carpenters, Whitney Houston, Carole King and the like, which have obviously influenced his thoughtful lyrics, approachable melodies and very... | Torch Club | 02/07/12 | Sacramento |
Dippin' SaucePresented by Torch Club at Torch Club February 7, 2012 Dippin' Sauce is an electrifying blues band that has been captivating audiences in the Sacramento area and beyond, led by singer and guitar player Matt Rainey. Matt has been playing his unique style of guitar for diverse audiences in Sacramento and Hawaii for the past 11 years. Most of his guitar skills were honed at the river's edge or walking down that old lonesome road and it can be felt in his performances, with influences in many different styles from old Mississippi blues to roots... | Torch Club | 02/07/12 | Sacramento |
| Sarah Fiene | Sacramento State (CSUS) | 02/08/12 | Sacramento |
Hearts for the Arts Benefit Event Presented by For Arts' Sake at Alex Bult Gallery February 8, 2012 Artists, community leaders, and local heroes are being invited to produce a heart-themed piece of art or embellish a basic valentine with their own interpretations. These “heart-works” will be auctioned off at the Hearts for the Arts benefit event with lively entertainment, refreshments, and an A-list of guests.
Join friends for a great evening at the newest hotspot in town, Alex Bult... | For Arts' Sake | 02/08/12 | Sacramento |
| Hal Devine | Torch Club | 02/08/12 | Sacramento |
Diego's UmbrellaPresented by Harlow's and SBL Entertainment at Harlow's February 9, 2012 Diego’s Umbrella are San Francisco’s Ambassadors of Gypsy Rock. Internationally known and revered, their lively stage show, great songs, antics, and humor have garnered them a cult following around the world. With a mix of Eastern European tradition, pop sensibility, and punk rock energy, they have had crowds going wild for years. | Harlow's | 02/09/12 | Sacramento |
Thurs Til 9: Art Mix: Heart & Soul-idarityPresented by Crocker Art Museum at Crocker Art Museum February 9, 2012 This month Art Mix blends art with Black History Month and Valentine's Day. Dance the night away with DJ Rock Bottom, featuring a special performance by Tina B. and the Sacramento Soul Line Dancers. Enjoy spoken word/poetry/music performances in the Jazz'n Love Lounge, hosted by Sol Collective. Take part in an Open Mic competition and offer up your best love song interpretation. Make African-art-inspired accessories with Betty Davis and Yvonne Warren, and explore works by African-American... | Crocker Art Museum | 02/09/12 | Sacramento |
TempestPresented by Harlow's and SBL Entertainment at Harlow's February 10, 2012 Since forming in 1988, Tempest has delivered a globally-renowned hybrid of high-energy folk rock fusing Irish reels, Scottish ballads, Norwegian influences, and other world music elements. The last 23 years have seen the San Francisco Bay Area based act release fifteen critically acclaimed CDs and play more than 2,000 gigs. | Harlow's | 02/10/12 | Sacramento |
Camper Van BeethovenPresented by Harlow's at Harlow's February 10, 2012 Camper Van Beethoven is an alternative rock band that was founded in 1983 in Redlands, California, though the band soon moved to Santa Cruz, California. Camper Van Beethoven mixed elements of pop, ska, punk rock, folk, country, and acid rock into an eclectic, catchy and sometimes mysterious ensemble, years before the so-called alternative rock moniker came to mainstream attention. | Harlow's | 02/10/12 | Sacramento |
| Beer, Brats and Beethoven Festival | Sacramento Philharmonic | 02/10/12 | Sacramento |
Mylar MusicPresented by Mylar Productions February 10, 2012 Acclaimed singer/songwriter William Mylar performs live and with special guests. | Mylar Productions | 02/10/12 | Sacramento |
The Grown Folks Couples Night Out IIIPresented by Poetry from the Heart February 11, 2012 Enjoy dinner, slow jams listening session, games, dancing & entertainment. Music by DJ Coy. Make this your special Valentine's Day night out! | Poetry from the Heart | 02/11/12 | Sacramento |
Steelin' Dan: Tribute to Steely Dan Presented by Harlow's and SBL Entertainment at Harlow's February 11, 2012 This 10-piece band is well known for their ability to recreate the timeless music of Steely Dan in a waythat is authentic and powerful! As winners of the2011 SAMMIE Award ("Best Cover Band") as well asthe 2008 Best of Sacramento Award, Steelin' Dan has a well deserved reputation for their unmatched musicianship and energizing stage show. | Harlow's | 02/11/12 | Sacramento |
| The Booze Bombs | Blue Lamp Lounge | 02/11/12 | Sacramento |
Naughty Gras 2012Presented by KSFM 102.5 at Cal Expo February 11, 2012 At 102.5′s Naughty Gras, there is no shortage of things to hear, see and do! You can enjoy the tastes and treats of Mardi Gras including: hurricanes, hand grenades, kill devil punch, louisiana lemonades, jambalaya, red beans and rice, cornbread, louisiana hot links, and po’ boy sandwiches.
The event also features acts and entertainment such as:
-New Orleans Jazz and Zydeco music from St. Gabriel’s Celestial Brass Band
-Happy Hour from... | KSFM 102.5 | 02/11/12 | Sacramento |
Valentine's Heartbreak HotelPresented by Barrel Fever at Vega's Nightclub & Sports Bar February 11, 2012 This will be one wild night of heart breakin' fun! Featuring live music by Barrel Fever and Fortunite Few, the night will be hosted by Linda Del Sol and will also feature a live burlesque show and a free pin-up photo shoot by Bad Bones Photography! | Barrel Fever | 02/11/12 | Sacramento |
Kaye Bohler BandPresented by Torch Club at Torch Club February 11, 2012 Years of live performance and passionate study of R&B and Jazz have produced an incomparable world-class performer in Kaye Bohler. This bandleader, singer, and songwriter always delivers a riveting show filled with grooving originals, swinging blues, funky soul, and danceable R&B favorites. Whether Kaye brings her 4-piece rhythm section or 10-piece big band of veteran rhythm and blues musicians, her high impact shows never dissapoints. | Torch Club | 02/11/12 | Sacramento |
Art Bazaar Reinvents 2nd SaturdayPresented by Art Bazaar February 11, 2012 The show's collective theme is a collaboration art event that melds the arts together within the realms of music, visual arts, and DIY lifestyles. This allows members of the community an opportunity to learn, participate, and create in a constantly transforming art show.
Several featured artists will be colliding upon a massive canvas, musing off of the live performances. Additionally, one of THE most malleable pieces of art in Sacramento will be unveiled. A masterpiece birthed... | Art Bazaar | 02/11/12 | Sacramento |
Night of BluesPresented by City of Davis Community Services Department at Veterans' Memorial Center Theatre - Davis February 11, 2012 The program begins with the rocking sound of the Blue Blazes playing songs by Gene Vincent, Carl Perkins and Eddie Cochran, along with the souleful blues of Howlin Wolf and George Thorogood. They are followed by the danceable beats of The Hucklebucks with their unmistakable California style of West coast blues and concludes with the eclectic sound of the Chicken Scratch Blues Band formerly Rolling Fork Blues Revue bringing to life the classic Chicago blues of Muddy Waters and Howlin... | City of Davis Community Services Department | 02/11/12 | Davis |
Talk about Love 2012Presented by Memory Lane Entertainment at Country Club Lanes & Event Center February 10-February 11, 2012 Bring your date out for a romantic night filled with "love" and its many forms. This is a Pre-Valentines dance party for mature adults. Featuring live music, poetry, prize giveaways, comedy and lots of dancing! Performances by R&B Jazz vocalist sensation K.Mondy, GPA (Greatest Poet Alive), Kottyn the softspoken poet, Annie Jay, Classic Chris Jones and more. The evening is hosted by comedian/funny man Shaun Grady. Music will be performed by Jayzon Black... | Memory Lane Entertainment | 02/10/12- 02/11/12 | Sacramento |
Tommy Emmanuel (SOLD OUT)Presented by Square Peg Concerts and Crest Theatre at Crest Theatre February 12, 2012 Tickets for this show are no longer available.
Two-time Grammy nominee Tommy Emmanuel is one of Australia's most respected musicians. The legendary guitarist has a professional career that spans almost five decades and continues to intersect with some of the finest musicians throughout the world.
A household name in his native Australia, Tommy has garnered hundreds of thousands of loyal fans worldwide. Tommy's unique... | Square Peg Concerts | 02/12/12 | Sacramento |
Close to You: A Tribute to the Carpenters Presented by Harlow's and SBL Entertainment at Harlow's February 12, 2012 The popular singing duo of the 1970s and '80s focused on mid-tempo pop and ballads with Karen Carpenter's unique and expressive alto voice on lead vocals. Both Karen and Richard Carpenter contributed background voices which were overdubbed to create densely layered harmonies; an integral part of their signature sound. Close to You revisits the remarkable music interlude from an era we cherish for a lifetime. | Harlow's | 02/12/12 | Sacramento |
Apres Le Noel Winter ConcertPresented by Sacramento Children's Chorus at St. John's Lutheran Church February 12, 2012 The Sacramento Children's Chorus is presenting their winter concert Apres Le Noel - Awake the Voice featuring Cappella and Cantoris choirs. Special guest soloist Carrie Hennessey will sing Laudate Dominum by Mozart. | Sacramento Children's Chorus | 02/12/12 | Sacramento |
Cupid's Brunch CruisePresented by Hornblower Cruises & Events at Empress Hornblower February 12, 2012 Spend your morning or afternoon on the Cupid's Brunch cruise and enjoy an elaborate buffet and free-flowing champagne. After brunch take in Sacramento River sights, listen to relaxing music and share romance under the sun. Price includes a 2-hour cruise, buffet meal, champagne and juices, live entertainment and beautiful river views. | Hornblower Cruises & Events | 02/12/12 | Sacramento |
Capital Ballroom's Valentine DancePresented by Capital Ballroom Dance Club February 12, 2012 Come out for this Roaring '20s-themed Valentine's dance. There will be live music performed by The Crystal Image Band featuring Dorthy Sills on sax. They will be playing a mix of ballroom, oldies, country, classic rock and blues. You don't want to miss it! | Capital Ballroom Dance Club | 02/12/12 | Carmichael |
GravelRoadPresented by Torch Club at Torch Club February 12, 2012 Imagine how you like your blues. Do you like ‘em traditional (whatever that is)? Creepy and slidin’? Sweet? Heavy? Tough and shiney? Weird and wiggy? Brilliant and stoney? That’s how GravelRoad likes ‘em too.
Seattle’s GravelRoad are deep blues fiends who have crawled through the vast black hole left by the deaths of Junior Kimbrough and R.L. Burnside, been absorbed into the razor light shining from the ancient beacon of Mr. Fred McDowell and have smelt... | Torch Club | 02/12/12 | Sacramento |
| Los Angeles Piano Quartet | Sacramento State (CSUS) | 02/13/12 | Sacramento |
Sacramento Romance Valentine's Dinner CruisePresented by Hornblower Cruises & Events at Empress Hornblower February 11-February 14, 2012 Romance your Valentine with a dinner cruise along the Sacramento River. Service includes a four-course meal, open standard cocktail bar and live musical entertainment for dancing.
The cruise will be departing from the L Street Dock at 1206 Front St. | Hornblower Cruises & Events | 02/11/12- 02/14/12 | Sacramento |
Bill MylarPresented by Torch Club and Mylar Productions at Torch Club February 14, 2012 Bill Mylar is a singer, songwriter, and musician, currently living in Galt, CA. Mylar has played music nearly all of his life, beginning with piano at age 7. Mylar invented Folk Wave music to describe his unique approach to performing his original music. Folk Wave was unusual in the late '70s and early '80s, because solo Mylar performances were more like rock and roll shows instead of the typical entertainment provided by folk artists of the time.
Celebrate this Valentine's Day by... | Torch Club | 02/14/12 | Sacramento |
Daniel Ellsworth & The Great LakesPresented by Torch Club at Torch Club February 14, 2012 Though they now call Nashville their home, the members of The Great Lakes hail from across our great nation, bringing with them (besides their clothes and stuff) a unique mélange of stories and the diverse cultures of their respective hometowns. Their self-produced album, Civilized Man, recorded by Mark Nevers (Bonnie “Prince” Billy, Andrew Bird, Yo La Tengo) at Beech House in Nashville, TN, is itself something of a departure from the singer/songwriter category of the rest... | Torch Club | 02/14/12 | Sacramento |
Storm Large of Pink Martini Presented by Harlow's and SBL Entertainment at Harlow's February 15, 2012 A performer of Wikipedian proportions, Storm Large has been singing and slinging inappropriate banter at audiences around the globe for more than 15 years. Seven years ago she moved to Portland and quickly, with her band The Balls, went from wild club act to legendary cult status. In 2006 she was tapped to be on CBS’ Rockstar: Supernova. This three month stint on television gained her worldwide fame and in late 2006, her single "Ladylike" debuted at #5. | Harlow's | 02/15/12 | Sacramento |
Rigoletto Opera TalkPresented by Sacramento Opera Association at Scottish Rite Center February 15, 2012 In addition to producing operas each year, the Sacramento Opera offers a variety of education and outreach programs for youth and adults. Opera talks feature conversations with conductors, stage directors, and often artists who will be appearing. Highly informative and always entertaining, Opera Talks are the perfect introduction to upcoming productions for all audiences.
The Rigoletto Opera Talk is led by Maestro Timm Rolek and Stage Director Chuck Hudson. Come out to the... | Sacramento Opera Association | 02/15/12 | Sacramento |
Camp LoPresented by Harlow's at Harlow's February 15, 2012 Camp Lo is an American Hip Hop duo, formed in 1995, which hails from The Bronx, New York. The duo consists of rappers Sonny Cheeba and Geechi Suede, who are most notable for their flair towards blaxploitation in their style of dress and in their lyrics. | Harlow's | 02/15/12 | Sacramento |
Merle JaggerPresented by Torch Club at Torch Club February 15, 2012 Guitar Hero meets Red Dirt Circuit, Merle Jagger is an instrumental Country trio blazing an all original innovative mix of amped up Bluegrass, Classic Country and Rock flirting with Jam Band experimental. | Torch Club | 02/15/12 | Sacramento |
Everything is Terrible with MOMPresented by Bows Collective at Bows & Arrows February 15, 2012 Join for this multimedia event featuring video, performance, and music, headed by Everything is Terrible with special guest MOM!
Everything Is Terrible! is a collective of seven furry, lovable internet monsters who live in a cave full of VCRs and solve mysteries. They take forgotten VHS tapes of all kinds and edit them down into easily digestible viral videos. Tonight, these krazed VHS-hunting pupz bring their favorite... | Bows Collective | 02/15/12 | Sacramento |
Tera MelosPresented by Harlow's at Harlow's February 16, 2012 Tera Melos pushes music to the brink with a full layered sound that skims over a variety of genres but has more depth than any label allows for. While they’ve been defined as a math rock band due to their use of complex, atypical rhythms, staccato structure, and angular melodies, they would rather bypass any genre and let the music speak for itself.
Also performing:
Bus Driver | Harlow's | 02/16/12 | Sacramento |
The SleeprockersPresented by Blue Lamp Lounge at Blue Lamp Lounge February 16, 2012 The Sleeprockers: DJs Rated R, Mr.Vibe, Nocturnal and Kwes the Bess live at the Blue Lamp. Come out and experience a DJ night like no other with six turntables, three mixers, live MPC production, and a whole lot of Sleeprocking all in unison! | Blue Lamp Lounge | 02/16/12 | Sacramento |
True Mad NorthPresented by Torch Club at Torch Club February 16, 2012 True Mad North is a 5-piece rock band from northern California. Their songs are in the tradition of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Fleetwood Mac, Wilco, and Old 97's. Any listener will immediately connect with the tight, multi-part harmonies, twin guitar leads, and the catchy-yet-thoughtful lyrics. And unlike some, this band isn't afraid to rock out with the best.
Their self-titled debut LP was produced and mixed by San Francisco producer Andy Freeman and contains guest appearances... | Torch Club | 02/16/12 | Sacramento |
Volker StriflerPresented by Torch Club at Torch Club February 17, 2012 The Volker Strifler Band (VSB), a popular Northern California based six-member tour-de-force of musical talent has become a rising musical phenomenon and garnering local, regional, and national recognition. VSB is fronted by their namesake and founder, Volker Strifler, whose remarkable talents as singer, songwriter, composer, and guitarist extraordinaire are helping propel both him and the entire band toward world-wide recognition.
Strifler takes command of a stage with five other... | Torch Club | 02/17/12 | Sacramento |
Arden Park RootsPresented by Harlow's at Harlow's February 17, 2012 Arden Park Roots is a reggae/rock/punk band based out of Sacramento. Awards include "Best Album 2008" by the Sacramento News & Review, Sacramento Music Awards "Sammies", 2008, 2009, 2011 and the 2009, 2010 SacShows awards for best reggae band. | Harlow's | 02/17/12 | Sacramento |
Cash'd Out: A Tribute to Johnny CashPresented by Harlow's and SBL Entertainment at Harlow's February 17, 2012 An authentic tribute to the Man in Black, Johnny Cash. Once people heard the authentic sounds of the band, the word started to spread around the Southwest and Cash'd Out's popularity has been growing ever since. This is the only band suppoerted by the Johnny Cash estate. | Harlow's | 02/17/12 | Sacramento |
| The Hoods | Blue Lamp Lounge | 02/17/12 | Sacramento |
Dom Kennedy Live in ConcertPresented by Ent Legends Inc. at Artisan Building February 17, 2012 Dom Kennedy is a rapper from L.A. who released his debut mixtape album 25th Hour in 2008, instantly producing a buzz throughout the south side of L.A. In particular, the song "Watermelon Sundae" was widely played on local radio stations and performed live throughout the area, bringing more attention to Kennedy's music ambitions. Kennedy with preform in Sacramento with a special guest performance by Noah & Jurts. | Ent Legends Inc. | 02/17/12 | Sacramento |
Zappa Plays ZappaPresented by Crest Theatre at Crest Theatre February 18, 2012 Zappa Plays Zappa is a tribute act led by Dweezil Zappa, the eldest son of the late American composer and musician Frank Zappa, devoted to performing the music of Frank Zappa. | Crest Theatre | 02/18/12 | Sacramento |
Dean-O-Holics: A Rat Pack ExperiencePresented by Harlow's at Harlow's February 18, 2012 The place? Harlow's! The atmosphere? Pure Las Vegas, circa 1960. The Summit....Swingin’, smoke-filled and flowin’ with booze, broads and pallies, a gasser of a time and a sound that will knock you right outta your Mary Janes. The act? Strictly Rat Pack: Frank, Dean, Sammy, and the gang, backed by the The Swingin’ Lil Big Band. It’s live. It’s 18 karat fun, baby. It’s the Dean-O-Holics. | Harlow's | 02/18/12 | Sacramento |
Musical CharisPresented by Harlow's at Harlow's February 18, 2012 Let the songs write you! Musical Charis formed with the intentions of creating an encouraging, light-hearted atmosphere for songwriting and creativity. "Charis" is the Greek word for gift, so the name literally translates to "Musical Gifts" Since then, the group has grown into a cabaret of multi-instrumental musicians who constantly tour, write and record new material. The band even made time to open "Musical Charis Music School" for low-income families in... | Harlow's | 02/18/12 | Sacramento |
StuckPresented by Blue Lamp Lounge at Blue Lamp Lounge February 18, 2012 Come out to hear musicians Stuck perform at the Blue Lamp.
Also performing:
-Ill Root
-Lite Brite | Blue Lamp Lounge | 02/18/12 | Sacramento |
Acoustic Blues with Johnny KnoxPresented by Torch Club at Torch Club February 4-February 18, 2012 Johnny "Guitar" Knox is a real blues man. He helped define the blues scene in Sacramento while living in the streets. True to himself and to his music his blues resonate straight from his soul. | Torch Club | 02/04/12- 02/18/12 | Sacramento |
Old Sacramento Mardi Gras 2012Presented by Old Sacramento Business Association at Old Sacramento State Historic Park February 18, 2012 Celebrate Mardi Gras in Old Sacramento with live music, entertainment, and food and drink specials at nearly a dozen bars, restaurants, and clubs. Tickets get you VIP benefits at 10 venues, including free cover, drink and meal specials, front of line privileges, and other perks.
Participating locations:
-Cafe New Orleans Hot & Spicy (117 J St)
-Coconut Grove Sports Bar & Grill (106 J St)
- | Old Sacramento Business Association | 02/18/12 | Sacramento |