About the bands:

Howlin Woods is a 4-piece band based out of Santa Barbara, CA. that combines folky soulful vocals, melodic lead guitar, and a driving rhythym section, HW has been performing steadily throughout California since 2009.

All members have been playing music together since 2002, jamming in various forms with friends and fellow musicians.

In early 2009, brothers Jordan and Griffin Chetakian introduced songs they had written to drummer, Matthew Farrington and bassist, Brian Chandler. They instantly knew that they had found a sound and vibration that felt just right.

HW has crafted a sound all their own, collectively composing over 30 songs in just over a year and are continuously creating original sound through their love of music each time they enter their studio.

While the HW live experience consists mostly of originals compositions melded with improvisation, they are not ashamed to pay tribute to some of their greatest influences with cover songs ranging from Nick Drake to DJ Shadow, Grateful Dead to Talking Heads, Nina Simone to Pink Floyd, Otis Redding to Black Sabbath, etc.

HW has had the pleasure to the share the stage with acclaimed acts such as The Devil Makes Three, Alberta Cross, Fitz & The Tantrums, and Dengue Fever.

Relic 45 is a new and upcoming group of young energetic blues based rockers. Their blues electric core mixed with acoustic interludes will reel you in and make you want to rock all night long. Lead by headman Jeremy Briggs unique and powerful voice, Relic 45 has just started to hit the rock scene in Sacramento. The background vocals and heavy bass of Ryan Tillema, lead guitar of Tyler Canaday and percussions of Travis Simas make this group an unstoppable juggernaut. With a mix of covers and originals, Relic 45 will have you singing along and asking when their first album will be cut. Come out October 7th to hear the new sound of Sacramento and enjoy Relic 45′s blues bash

Pinning Relic 45 to a specific genre is no easy task. This brand new Sacramento band is keeping everyone guessing. With a solid foundation in heavy blues and rock, Relic 45 keeps the heads bobbin’ and feet tappin’ until the last song ends. Truly a band that must be experienced live to appreciate all there is to offer. Spending an evening with Relic 45 is never a disappointment!

Bring your hats and party favors, step into the funk-o-sphere, and transport yourselves to funkier times with the face-slapping sounds of Seamoose. This wily, rag-tagged bunch of Funk-0-Nauts are professional “move & groove” specialists that have travelled the Pacific Coast showing their captivated audience how to unleash that funky bea…st inside all of them. Currently being researched by NASA as an alternative, renewable energy source, Seamoose and its band of loyal funkateers have been known for their riotous celebrations, uproarious vocalizations, and frenzied disco-ball parties. So get ready. Stay hydrated, limber up, and strap yourselves in and feel the G’s; Seamoose is bringing that outerspace funk.

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Zach Deputy

On his upcoming release Another Day (Eusonia Records, 2011), Zach Deputy demonstrates his extraordinary ability to perform and record in multiple contexts. He conveys the sensibilities of a mature sin …

10/28

DOORS: 8:30 PM / SHOW: 9:00 PM

Marilyn’s on K

Tickets

$15.00

Ruth Moody

Ruth Moody is a Juno Award winning songwriter from Winnipeg, Manitoba. Founding member of the internationally renowned, Billboard-charting trio The Wailin’ Jennys and former lead singer of the Canadia …

11/03

DOORS: 5:30 PM / SHOW: 7:00 PM

Harlow’s Restaurant and Nightclub

Tickets

$18.00

The Parlotones

From their origins in Johannesburg, South Africa, the Parlotones have achieved multiplatinum-selling status in their home country, selling more records than Coldplay, the Killers and Oasis together. I …

11/03

DOORS: 9:30 PM / SHOW: 10:00 PM

Harlow’s Restaurant and Nightclub

Tickets

$10.00

SBL Entertainment Presents:

Tempest

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 …

11/05

DOORS: 6:00 PM / SHOW: 7:00 PM

Harlow’s Restaurant and Nightclub

Tickets

$15.00 – $18.00

SBL Entertainment Presents:

MUSIC FOR MISFITS TOUR: Big B with Moonshine Bandits, Ceekay Jones

Moonshine Bandits, Ceekay Jones

Check out Big B’s new album GOOD TIMES & BAD ADVICE featuring tracks with Everlast, Scott Russo of Unwritten Law, Glasses Malone, Cisco Adler, Kaleo of Pepper, and more! Look for it everywhere!! Biog …

11/09

DOORS: 7:30 PM / SHOW: 8:00 PM

Fulton 55

Tickets

$12.00 – $14.00

SBL Entertainment Presents:

Kelly Joe Phelps, Corrine West

Kelly Joe Phelps has, over the course of eight CD?s and fifteen years of touring the world, established himself as a guitarist, singer, and songwriter with singular vision and fearless purpose. His mi …

11/11

DOORS: 6:00 PM / SHOW: 7:00 PM

Harlow’s Restaurant and Nightclub

Tickets

$15.00 – $18.00

SBL Entertainment Presents:

Hawaii comes to the Central Valley: An Evening with Hapa

Like the Hawaiian Islands themselves, HAPA’s Pan-Polynesian music is an amalgam of infuences ranging from ancient genealogical chants to the strummed ballads of Portuguese fisherman, Spanish cowboys, …

11/11

DOORS: 7:00 PM / SHOW: 8:00 PM

West Side Theatre

Tickets

$25.00

Steelin? Dan: A Tribute to the music of Steely Dan

11/12

DOORS: 5:30 PM / SHOW: 7:00 PM

Harlow’s Restaurant and Nightclub

Tickets

$15.00

SBL Entertainment Presents:

An Evening with Hapa

Like the Hawaiian Islands themselves, HAPA’s Pan-Polynesian music is an amalgam of infuences ranging from ancient genealogical chants to the strummed ballads of Portuguese fisherman, Spanish cowboys, …

11/12

DOORS: 7:00 PM / SHOW: 7:30 PM

CSA Event Center

Tickets

$25.00 – $30.00

SBL Entertainment and The Boardwalk Presents:

MUSIC FOR MISFITS: Big B with Moonshine Bandits, Ceekay Jones

Moonshine Bandits, Ceekay Jones

Check out Big B’s new album GOOD TIMES & BAD ADVICE featuring tracks with Everlast, Scott Russo of Unwritten Law, Glasses Malone, Cisco Adler, Kaleo of Pepper, and more! Look for it everywhere!! Biog …

11/12

DOORS: 7:30 PM / SHOW: 8:00 PM

The Boardwalk

Tickets

$12 advance, $14 day of show

SBL Entertainment Presents:

Family Force 5

There?s a delicate balance between the intertwining worlds of artistry, entertainment and humor, but for dance-derived alternative rockers Family Force 5, it?s an ecstatic equilibrium that remarkably …

11/15

DOORS: 7:00 PM / SHOW: 8:00 PM

The Boardwalk

Tickets

$15.00

Joe Gillette

Finding a way to seamlessly blend his affinity for both folk and pop music, Joe Gillette has a sound all his own. Cinematic melodies and poignant lyrics highlight each tune from this Los Angeles based …

11/23

DOORS: 5:30 PM / SHOW: 6:30 PM

Harlow’s Restaurant and Nightclub

Tickets

$15.00

SBL Entertainment Presents:

An Evening of Christmas Jazz: Analog Jazz

Analog Jazz formed in 2008 as a collective and creative endeavor. Analog Jazz delivers a combination of the classic standards, a little spice of R&B and contemporary smooth Jazz. Their list of popular …

12/02

SHOW: 7:00 PM

Harlow’s Restaurant and Nightclub

Tickets

$15.00

SBL Entertainment Presents:

Jake Shimabukuro

It’s rare for a young musician to earn comparisons to the likes of Jimi Hendrix and Miles Davis. It’s even harder to find an artist who has entirely redefined an instrument by his early thirties. But …

12/04

DOORS: 7:00 PM / SHOW: 7:30 PM

CSA Event Center

Tickets

$35.00 – $40.00

Sierra Hull and Highway 111

Rob Ickes

12/07

SHOW: 7:00 PM

Harlow’s Restaurant and Nightclub

Tickets

$20.00

Al Stewart

12/18

SHOW: 7:00 PM

Harlow’s Restaurant and Nightclub

Tickets

$25.00 – $30.00

SBL Entertainment and Swellproductions.com Presents:

An Evening with David Lindley

Multi-instrumentalist David Lindley performs music that redefines the word “eclectic.” Lindley, well known for his many years as the featured accompanist with Jackson Browne, and leader of his own ban …

01/14

SHOW: 7:30 PM

CSA Event Center

Tickets

$25.00

SBL Entertainment Presents:

Diego’s Umbrella

San Francisco’s ambassadors of gypsy rock, Diego’s Umbrella captures California’s cultural multiplicity with enthusiasm, humor and decadence. These urban, gringo mariachis have performed more than 1 …

02/09

SHOW: 8:00 PM

Harlow’s Restaurant and Nightclub

Tickets

$12.00 – $15.00

Cash?d Out: A Tribute to Johnny Cash

02/16

SHOW: 7:00 PM

Harlow’s Restaurant and Nightclub

Tickets

$15.00 – $18.00

SBL Entertainment Presents:

Fred Eaglesmith

Like all great and genuine artists, Fred Eaglesmith lets his muse call the tune on his 18th album, Cha Cha Cha. And this time out it’s the big beat of rock’n'roll. And it is not only rock’n'roll, tho …

02/19

SHOW: 7:00 PM

Harlow’s Restaurant and Nightclub

Tickets

$22.00 – $25.00

SBL Entertainment Presents:

Guitar Masters: Andy McKee, Antoine Dufour, Stephen Bennett

Antoine Dufour, Stephen Bennett

Andy McKee is considered one of the world’s finest acoustic guitar soloists. His dedicated online community has raised his YouTube video views in excess of 78 million plays and at one point he held th …

02/22

SHOW: 7:30 PM

CSA Event Center

Tickets

$20.00 – $25.00

SBL Entertainment Presents:

Rhonda Vincent

To another artist at a similar point in their career, the idea of self-producing a new album, recording it in their own studio, and then releasing it on their own label, would be an unthinkable gamble …

03/10

SHOW: 7:30 PM

CSA Event Center

Tickets

$25.00 – $30.00

SBL Entertainment Presents:

Rhonda Vincent

To another artist at a similar point in their career, the idea of self-producing a new album, recording it in their own studio, and then releasing it on their own label, would be an unthinkable gamble …

03/11

SHOW: 4:00 PM

CSA Event Center

Tickets

$25.00 – $30.00

Girlyman

Can the members of Girlyman read each other’s minds? Sometimes it seems so. Onstage they often finish each other’s sentences or burst into improvised three-part ditties so tight they seem rehearsed. T …

03/18

DOORS: 6:00 PM / SHOW: 7:00 PM

Harlow’s Restaurant and Nightclub

Tickets

$20.00

SBL Entertainment Presents:

Cheryl Wheeler

Kenny White

Cheryl Wheeler has to be seen to be appreciated. Nothing you read and nothing you hear from her albums prepares you for how good a performer she is. You may not be familiar with Cheryl, but you have …

03/20

DOORS: 6:00 PM / SHOW: 7:00 PM

Harlow’s Restaurant and Nightclub

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Wed July 20

James Otto (Country)

Fulton 55 – 875 Divisadero St. Fresno, CA

Doors 7:00pm Show 8:00pm

Tickets at www.fulton55.com or by phone 877-439-9849

Thu July 21

Hapa (Hawaiian)

Harlow’s – 2708 “J” Street Sacramento, CA

Doors 6:00pm Show 7:00pm

Tickets at www.harlows.com

Thu July 26

Leroy Powell and the Messengers (Sheryl Crow and Kid Rock opener playing the after party)

Marilyn’s on K – 908 “K” Street Sacramento, CA

Doors at 9:00pm Leroy’s set will be at 11:30pm

Tickets at www.brownpapertickets.com or by phone 800-838-3006

Thu July 28

Asleep at the Wheel (Western Swing)

Harlow’s – 2708 “J” Street Sacramento, CA

Doors 6:00pm Show 7:00pm

Tickets at www.harlows.com

Thu July 28

Leroy Powell and the Messengers (Sheryl Crow and Kid Rock opener playing the after party)

Fulton 55 – 875 Divisadero St. Fresno, CA

Doors 7:00pm Show 8:00pm

Tickets at www.fulton55.com or by phone 877-439-9849

Sat July 30

Saliva

Filter

Anew Revolution

Heart Set Self Destruct

Prylosis

White Minorities

Boardwalk – 9426 Greenback Ln Orangevale, CA

Tickets at www.boardwalkrocks.com and all Dimple Records locations

Doors 7:00pm Show 7:30pm

Thu August 4

Red Molly

CSA Events Center

1275 Starboard Dr West Sacramento

Doors 7:00pm Show 7:30pm

Tickets at www.brownpapertickets.com or by phone 800-838-3006

Fri August 12

Beausoleil (Cajun Zydeco)

CSA Events Center

1275 Starboard Dr. West Sacramento

Doors 7:00pm Show 7:30pm

Tickets at www.brownpapertickets.com or by phone 800-838-3006

Thu August 18

Toad the Wet Sprocket (Adult Alternative)

Harlow’s – 2708 J Street Sacramento, CA

Doors 6:00pm Show 8:00pm

Tickets at www.harlows.com

Fri August 19

Zoe Keating (Avant Cello)

CSA Events Center

1275 Starboard Dr. West Sacramento

Doors 7:00pm Show 7:30pm

Tickets at www.brownpapertickets.com or by phone 800-838-3006

Sat August 20

Shemekia Copeland (Blues)

Marilyn’s on K – 908 “K” Street Sacramento, CA

Doors at 7:00pm Show 7:30pm

Tickets at www.brownpapertickets.com or by phone 800-838-3006

Fri Sept 2

A Tribute to Lynnyrd Skynnyrd

Harlows – 2708 J Street Sacramento, CA

Doors 5:30pm Show 7:00pm

Tickets at www.harlows.com

Sat Sept 3

Super Huey! The Ultimate Huey Lewis Experience

Harlows – 2708 J Street Sacramento, CA

Doors 5:30pm Show 7:00pm

Tickets at www.harlows.com

Sun Sept 4

House of Floyd: A Tribute to Pink Floyd

Harlows – 2708 J Street Sacramento, CA

Doors 5:30pm Show 8:00pm

Tickets at www.harlows.com

Sun Sept 4

David Lindley (Acoustic roots)

Fulton 55 – 875 Divisadero St. Fresno, CA

Doors 7:00pm Show 8:00pm

Tickets at www.fulton55.com or by phone 877-439-9849

Thu Sept 8

Iris Dement (Classic Folk)

CSA Event Center

1275 Starboard Dr. West Sacramento, CA

Doors 6:00pm Show 7:30pm

Tickets online at www.brownpapertickets.com ot by phone 800-838-3006

Sat Sept 10

Tim Reynolds of Dave Matthews Band and special guest Katie Knipp (Blues Fusion)

Harlow’s – 2708 J Street Sacramento, CA

Doors 5:30pm Show 7:00pm

Tickets at www.harlows.com

Sun Sept 11

Colin Hay (Solo) (Singer Songwriter)

Harlow’s – 2708 “J” Street Sacramento. CA

Doors 5:30pm Show 7:00pm

Tickets at www.harlows.com

Fri Sept 16

Cash’d Out: A Tribute to Johnny Cash

Harlow’s – 2708 J Street Sacramento, CA

Doors 5:30pm Show 7:00pm

Tickets at www.harlows.com

Sun Sept 25

Paul Thorn Band (Americana Blues)

Harlow’s – Sacramento, CA

Doors 5:30pm Show 7:00pm

Tickets at www.harlows.com

Fri Sept 30

An Evening with Basia (Jazzy Pop)

Harlow’s – Sacramento, CA

Doors 5:30pm Show 7:00pm

Tickets at www.harlows.com

Tue October 25

That 1 Guy and Pogo (Dance)

Harlow’s – Sacramento, CA

Doors 6:30pm Show 8:00pm

Tickets at www.harlows.com

Thu Nov 3

Ruth Moody of The Wailin’ Jennys (Americana)

Harlow’s – Sacramento, CA

Doors 5:30pm Show 7:00pm

Tickets at www.harlows.com

Sat Nov 12

Steelin’ Dan: A Tribute to Steely Dan

Harlow’s – Sacramento, CA

Doors 5:30pm Show 7:00pm

Tickets at www.harlows.com

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4/14 Nevada City, Ca at Cooper’s Ale Works 9:30PM $5

4/15 Sacramento, Ca at Marilyn’s on K 9:30PM $8

4/16 Chico, Ca at Bustolini’s 9PM $15 (CD included)

More about the band, from their press release:

Introducing a brand spanking new musical project that brings together some fabulous California players. This versatile trio, The Bumptet, is throwing down improvisational funk and fusion for three nights in April in celebration of their debut album release.

The Bumptet, featuring Sean Lehe, (Izabella), Jonathan Stoyanoff, (Johnny A., Global Funk Council), and Zack Bowden, (Jackie Greene, Chingus), bring a reckless sophistication to each performance with their improvisational approach to music. The Bumptet is a must-see live band.  Music fans of any genre will truly appreciate the level of soulful musicianship shown when this trio comes together on stage. Think Medeski Martin, Wood and Scofield, Soulive, Steve Kimock, and Garaj Mahal all rolled up into a hot pocket. The self-titled debut The Bumptet will drop on April 14th, 2011.

The Bumptet web site

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From their press release:

Izabella has been an area mainstay since their inception.  Over the last 5 years the band has grown tremendously, evident in their evolved live performances.  No longer a blooming band, Izabella has truly blossomed, gaining the respect of West Coast musicians and critics alike.  Their fluid blending of rock-inspired guitar and soul-driven keys breathes new life into both genres “Izabella is a continually evolving Northern California unit that oozes positivity anchored to serious chops and strong songwriting. Archetypically ‘jam band’ in nature, they encompass soul, rock, pop, and jazz as if all lived happily in one big bed.” –Jambase

Izabella has performed well over 250 gigs, including some key performances at summer festivals: High Sierra, 4 Peaks, Las Tortugas, Summer Meltdown, Oregon County Fair, and Bobolink. This solid tour schedule combined with an elevated level of stage and light production has helped Izabella garner various accolades, including the Jambands.com title, “New Groove of the Month” back in August 2008. In 2009, Izabella was nominated for the SAMIEs (Sacramento Area Music Awards) and won Best of Sacramento, Editors’ Pick for Sacramento magazine.

Come out and show some love for Izabella.

Izabella web site

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This show gives local fans a rare opportunity to enjoy the national star in an intimate setting. Marilyn’s is located on the K Street Mall between 9th and 10th (but closer to 9th).

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Tuesday July 20th – Singer and Song Night
Marilyns on K
9pm-close

Thursday July 22nd
Bistro 33 in El Dorado Hills
8-11pm, Free show on the patio.

Thursday August 5th
Bistro 33 in EDH
8-11pm, Free show on the patio.

More dates after the jump…

Wednesday August 11th
Pearl on the River - Sacramento Idol SemiFinals
7pm-9pm

Friday August 20th
RedHawk Casino – Shingle Springs, CA
9pm-1am

Saturday August 21st
RedHawk Casino – Shingle Springs, CA
9pm-1am

Thursday September 2nd
Bistro 33 in EDH
8-11pm, Free show on the patio

Saturday September 11th
Montbleu Casino – Lake Tahoe, NV
9pm-1am

Thursday Septemeber 16th
Mississippi Pizza
Portland, OR

Thursday September 23rd
Crows Nest Santa Cruz
8pm-11pm – $5 cover

Dane Drewis web site

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“Izabella, a continually evolving Northern California unit that oozes positivity anchored to serious chops and strong songwriting. Archetypically ‘jam band’ in nature, they encompass soul, rock, pop, and jazz as if all lived happily in one big bed.” –Jambase

About Izabella, from the press release:

Since its inception in Fall 2006, and after hitting the road full-time in 2008, Izabella has performed well over 250 gigs, including some key performances at summer festivals: High Sierra, 4 Peaks, Las Tortugas, Summer Meltdown, Oregon County Fair, and Bobolink. This solid tour schedule combined with an elevated level of stage and light production has helped Izabella garner various accolades, including the Jambands.com title, “New Groove of the Month” back in August 2008. In 2009, Izabella was nominated for the SAMMIEs (Sacramento Area Music Awards) and won Best of Sacramento, Editors’ Pick for Sacramento magazine.

Should be a fun show…

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