The BlueLightning Duo features Robin Randle Ellison on vocals & guitar, and John Gullic on guitar & vocals.
Rockin-boogy-country-twangy-Americana-hillbilly-footstompin’ great music!
James Patrick Regan is a Vocalist and Guitarist known for solid chops, musicality, and engaging, powerful performances. He is most recognizable as the leader and singer-guitarist for the Deadlies.
James has performed over 300 dates in 2021 both solo and with the Deadlies, completed the 10th season of the TV show, “Creepy KOFY Movietime” with hosts Balrok and No Name airing Saturday nights, and the Deadlies are the House Band on Sacramento’s KMAX 31 incredibly popular TV show, The Car Czar. The Deadlies are also the official house band for the SF Bay Bombers Roller Derby pro team. James is also a contributor to Vintage Guitar Magazine. James also performs in the US as guitarist and singer for Suzi Quatro’s (Leather Toscadero) band.
James key dates, both solo and with the Deadlies include tour support for Lisa Marie Presley, The Mavericks, Eric Martin, Shuggie Otis, Metalachi, Blue Öyster Cult, Greg Kihn, the B‐52’s, Dick Dale, Billy Bob Thorton and the Boxmasters, The Protomen & Big Bad VooDoo Daddy at renown venues of The Uptown, City Winery Napa,City Winery Atlanta, Buck Owen’s Crystal Palace, The El Rey Theatre, Slim’s , BottleRock Festival, Rockbar Theater, Harlow’s, Cargo Reno, Rogue Theatre, Harris Center, the Catalyst, Six Flag’s Discovery Kingdom, Napa Aloha Festival and more.
The Deadlies have the new album, self‐titled “The Deadlies” which recently dropped and is loaded with swingin’ rocking groovin’ tunes and a video to the singles “Hippie Groove” & “Not 4 U” are available on YouTube. James is also a contributor to Vintage Guitar Magazine.
Moonshine Crossroads plays Rollicking Americana Music – everything from jazz standards and doo-wop classics to outlaw country and classic rock. With strong vocal harmonies and vibrant electric guitar and kanzoo solos, their eclectic repertoire is sure to include a song that is “your” song and will get your toes tapping.
Jenny and The Bets is a local jazz quartet led by the swinging and talented vocalist Jenny O’ Leary. Jenny sings standards, blues, and bossa novas while accompanied by guitar, bass and drums.
Redwood Express is a collection of some of the Bay Areas finest jam band musicians (China Cats, Rosebud, Aardvark, Grampas Chili) and fronted by blues singer/songwriter Michele Murphy, playing their unique brand of originals and classic rock favorites.
Acoustic rock trio, ranging from The Beatles to Chuck Berry to very catchy originals. You may find yourself wanting to get off your bar stool and dance.
Stormin Norman is long time lead singer for Stormin Norman & the Cyclones. Ken Kraft is lead player and singer for the Cyclones, plays with the White Album Ensemble and was formerly with the legendary Snail band. Jo Jo Fox is bass player and singer for the Cyclones and also with Karen Phoenix Band.
Founded in 2015 by long-time musical partners Marty Martin (guitar and vocals) and Rich Thomas (lead guitar and vocals) of Corduroy Jim, Levi Jack brings out a more Alt Rock-Americana roots side of their music, “Cali Rock” if you will, all the while exploring their modern influences and contemporaries. Equal parts ambient rock, country-blues, psychedelia, and singer-songwriter genre alike, Levi Jack has a fresh and raw energy that is gaining favorable results. There is a certain gravity of their collective energy that creates joy in their performance that listeners will attest to….the fellas just love to have fun! The band is rounded out by David Kerrey (Medicine Road/Bobby Love/Cougar Unleashed) on drums and Brett Klynn (Blue Eyed Devils/Old Dead Bug/NVNG) on bass.
The Trolley Drops play songs from the good-time, prohibition-era folk jazz genre known as Jug Band music, which blends the call and response of gospel with the drive of the delta blues and the ruckus sounds of New Orleans Jazz. Look forward to a special show with tons of your holiday favorites!
Preacher Boy mines the dark edges of Contemporary Blues and Americana with his signature raspy voice, virtuoso National slide guitar playing, and darkly poetic lyrics. From his genre-bending debut on Blind Pig Records to his latest album on Coast Road Records—his 13th overall—this relentlessly pioneering artist continues to both honor and extend the country blues traditions that inspire him, while infusing his sound with influences ranging from punk rock to political folk. Of hIs boot-pounding live performances, Santa Cruz’s Good Times had this to say: “As he beats his long leather boot, four to the floor, his National steel guitar slides and spits a devious storm of gothic Americana and gritty country blues.” Melody Maker described his sound as: “Country blues that marry Nick Cave, Robert Johnson, Woody Guthrie and Tom Waits,” and legendary music publication MOJO declared that, “Preacher Boy is a songwriter of startling originality.”
The Dirt Rakers Duo are Erik Rozite (guitar and vocals), and Jayne Williams (mandolin and vocals) an americana hillbilly duo out of the redwoods in santa cruz mountains with a cask fermented sound and purdy harmonies.
An offshoot of Santa Cruz’s iconic rock band Snail, the Messiah’s original melodies, hot guitar riffs & killer vocals will transport you to rock nirvana. Featuring Bobby O’Neill, Ken Kraft & Craig Owens.
Gary Blackburn with Steve Bennett & Kevin Taylor
“Heartfelt Americana with an Edge”
Santa Cruz, California based celebrated singer songwriter, Gary Blackburn, brings together his smooth vocals, and stylized guitar picking to his original compositions in the Country, Rock, Folk, Blues genres. Blending old school with contemporary, Gary will weave a memorable musical performance of songs that tell stories of love, forgiveness, and the paths that we choose. Gary performs his original compositions that include songs off his CD,” Streak of Gray”, some are currently aired on Santa Cruz County radio stations, KPIG 107.5 FM, and KBCZ 89.3 FM. With a well-rounded repertoire, Gary will show both his versatile soft folk blues side along with his high energy rock side. The audience will have an enjoyable time sitting back listening, or getting up to dance.
Award-winning songwriter (and KPIG DJ) Michael Gaither returns to Discretion for a Black Friday celebration of originals, covers…and beer. Michael mixes in his own tunes along with favorites from the artists who’ve influenced him (Petty, Zevon, Dylan). Always a fun time.
