San Pedro Calendar

Sea Shanties at the Whale and Ale
2017-10-27 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Whale & Ale, 327 West 7th Street, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Sea Shanties have come ashore and will be in our private dining room singing all your favorite tunes.

The Growlers Presents
2017-10-28 12:00 | Berth 46, 3011 Miner St,, San Pedro, CA, 90731
SATURDAY 10/28
The Growlers – Yeah Yeah Yeahs – Modest Mouse – Danny Brown – Guided By Voices – Rostam – Amber Coffman – Juvenile – Tinariwen
Cigarettes After Sex – Sly & Robbie – Mike Watt + The Secondmen – The Weirdos – La Luz – The Warlocks – Baby Shakes – Grateful Shred
Personal & The Pizzas – The Paranoyds – Delicate Steve – Cat Signs – Zen Mother – Doja Cat – Tomorrow’s Tulips – Boytoy – DJ Johnny Basil
SUNDAY 10/29
The Growlers – Dan Auerbach – Butthole Surfers – Girl Talk – Julian Casablancas + The Voidz – Alice Glass – Beth Ditto – The B-52s – Girlpool
Bad Brains – Frankie Cosmos – Geto Boys – Hepcat – Beach Fossils – Steel Pulse – Chiquis Rivera – Fear – DJ Seinfeld – Ought – Antibalas
Jonathan Richman – Culture Abuse – Big Sandy And His Fly Rite Boys – The Regrettes – Billy Changer – Froogy’s Groovies – The Abigails
Surfbort – The Pesos – DJ Johnny Basil
Outer Harbor/Berth 46 -3011 Miner Street.

Las Chikas
2017-10-28 20:00 - 23:00 | Grand Annex, 434 W. 6th St., San Pedro, CA, 90731
Regional all star band pays tribute to legendary Cuban queen of Salsa, Celia Cruz

The Show Ponies
2017-11-03 20:00 - 23:00 | Grand Annex, 434 W. 6th St., San Pedro, CA, 90731
With classic touches of Fleetwood Mac and The Eagles, The Show Ponies deliver a sassy blend of indie-folk, bluegrass, old-time country and American roots-rock.

Fortunate Son - The Music of Creedance Clearwater Revival
2017-11-04 20:00 - 23:00 | Grand Annex, 434 W. 6th St., San Pedro, CA, 90731
Delivering CCR favorites and John Fogerty solo hits, Fortunate Son delivers the spirit and grit of one of America’s favorite classic rock & roll band.

Raya Yarbrough
2017-11-10 20:00 - 23:00 | Grand Annex, 434 W. 6th St., San Pedro, CA, 90731
Shimmering blues soul vocalist most recognized as the voice of the opening credits of the Outlander series and for the shimmering vocals featured throughout the Sci-fi hit Battlestar Galactica.

David Lindley
2017-11-18 20:00 - 23:00 | Grand Annex, 434 W. 6th St., San Pedro, CA, 90731
Master guitarist and string player, David Lindley pioneered the infusion of Americana and roots-rock with world music then went on to work with some of the biggest names in 60’s and 70’s rock, including Jackson Browne, Warren Zevon, Linda Ronstadt, David Crosby, Bruce Springsteen and many more.

Jazz Giants
2017-11-24 19:00 | Grand Annex, 434 W. 6th St, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Thin Man Entertainment’s Jazz Salon, featuring THE GREAT MS BARBARA MORRISON, with Henry “The Skipper” Franklin, Drummer Al Williams, and special guests!
Morrison is known for a melodic voice and a three-and-a-half-octave range. She interprets a familiar jazz and blues classics repertoire in a unique style, and also sings original contemporary tunes. One example of her original music is “I Wanna Be Loved”, co-written with Michael Cormier, which is a musical theatre production about the life and times of Dinah Washington, Queen of the Blues.
Over the years she has performed with many renowned jazz and blues musicians, including legends such as Gerald Wilson, Dizzy Gillespie, and Ray Charles. Morrison has also guest-starred with the Count Basie Orchestra, the Clayton-Hamilton Orchestra and Doc Severinsen’s Big Band. Morrison also performs many well-known blues and jazz festivals around the world.
HENRY “The Skipper” FRANKLIN has performed with many headline artists including Al Jarreau, Stevie Wonder, Count Basie, Freddie Hubbard and Milt Jackson and was part of the legendary Hugh Masekelas band during the late 1960s.
There are more than 100 albums on which Henry appears, with many of them produced under his leadership. They include: The Skipper and The Skipper at Home (Black Jazz label), Three Card Molly, Bassic Instincts, The Hunter, Bass Encounters (Resurgent Music label), Colemanology, Ears Wide Open, Three Worlds, A Musical Tribute to Gene Harris featuring Three More Sounds, Summer Serenade (Beezwax Records), Shalabongo, We Came to Play (Jeru Records), Tribal Dance (Catalyst Records), Blue Lights (Ovation Records), Sakura (WJ3 Records), All God’s Children (SP Records), Music to the 5th Power (SP Records), 3Bop (SP Records), If We Should Meet Again (SP Records), O, What a Beautiful Morning! (SP Records), Soul of the World (SP Records), June Night (SP Records) and High Voltage (SP Records). Henry also published a method book for all bass players entitled, Bassically Yours.
AL WILLIAMS drummer, entrepreneur and promoter of jazz, has a well-earned reputation as a musical mover and shaker.Whether it be bebop, blues, funk, straight ahead, or Latin, he creates rhythmic artistry and power which support the melody line and command listener involvement. Early experience included touring as a percussionist with the Jennie LeGon Caribbean Dance Troupe. His recording and/or touring experience includes work with jazz greats, Hampton Hawes (Something Special), Leroy Vinnegar (The Kid), Teddy Edwards, Willie Bobo, Kenny Burrell, Eddie Harris, Freddie Hubbard, Sarah Vaughn, and Roy Ayers. On a more bluesy note, he has kept time for Jimmy Witherspoon and Lowell Folsom.
Doors are at 7pm, band starts at 8pm. Be sure to get there early for best seating and stay late!
Free parking in front of and behind The Grand Annex.
Tickets

The Long Run - The Music of the Eagles Holiday Show
2017-12-03 19:00 - 22:00 | Grand Annex, 434 W. 6th St., San Pedro, CA, 90731
The Long Run blend the lush harmonies and arrangements from the vast Eagles songbook with their own genuine style. And, it’s the Holiday Show with seasonal tunes, hot cider and good cheer!

Markus Carlton
2017-12-23 18:30 | The Whale & Ale, 327 West 7th Street, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Markus Carlton is a lifelong musician who has worn out many guitars playing gigs, writing, & recording over the years. Now Markus is starting the next chapter in his musical journey, and will entertain you by performing new material, as well as jazz & blues standards. Starts at 6:30PM

Sea Shanties at the Whale & Ale
2017-12-29 19:30 | The Whale & Ale, 327 West 7th Street, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States

Twice the Action with Daniel A. Nelson
2018-01-13 20:00 | Grand Annex, 434 W. 6th St, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Twice the Action with
DANIEL A. NELSON
Multi-instrumentalist, keyboardist, and recording artist, Daniel A. Nelson brings together seasoned artists for a night of old-school and new-school jazz and R&B. Nelson has performed at top-tier LA venues including BB King’s House of Blues, The Wiltern, Downtown Disney, and Dorothy Chandler Pavilion.
Featuring: Keyboardist De-Montae Rabb; vocalist Kymberli, bassist Nathan York, Jr; Saxophonist Garland S. Campbell; Guitarist Chris Halo; and Drummer DeAndre Moten.
For Tickets: 866-327-1834

Mary Bridget Daves The Music of Janis Joplin
2018-01-21 19:30 | Grand Annex, 434 W. 6th St, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Nominated for a Tony Award in 2014 for her title role in the Broadway musical, “A Night With Janis Joplin,” Mary Bridget Davies pays tribute to The Queen of Psychedelic Soul.
Davies is an International Blues Challenge winner and a Blues Blast Magazine award nominee for Best New Blues Artist release. She also performs with her band, The Mary Bridget Davies Group.

Seussical the Musical
2018-01-26 | Warner Grand Theatre, 478 W. 6th St., San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
ENCORE Presents: Seussical the Musical
Warner Grand Theatre
ENCORE South Bay returns with the Cat in the Hat, The Whos, Horton, The Grinch, Yertle the Turtle and a host of other Dr. Seuss characters traveling the Seussian universe through the Jungle of Nool. A hit with children and adults alike!
Performances are Fri, 1/26 & Sat, 1/27 at 7:30pm; Sat 1/27 & Sun 1/28 at 2:00pm

The Firebird Balalaika Ensemble
2018-01-28 14:00 | Grand Annex, 434 W. 6th St, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Friends of the San Pedro Library Present
THE FIREBIRD BALALAIKA ENSEMBLE
Buy tickets from organizer… 310-832-6288
Founded in 1995, Firebird has built a reputation as a unique, dynamic, and accomplished group of musicians. Performing on the domra, the balalaika, the bayan, and other traditional instruments, Firebird’s repertoire ranges from Russian and Eastern European songs to well-known classics and works of contemporary composers.
This is an independently produced event. Grand Annex vouchers not valid

Seussical the Musical
2018-02-03 14:00 - 2018-02-04 14:00 | Warner Grand Theatre, 478 W. 6th St., San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
ENCORE South Bay returns with the Cat in the Hat, The Whos, Horton, The Grinch, Yertle the Turtle and a host of other Dr. Seuss characters traveling the Seussian universe through the Jungle of Nool. A hit with children and adults alike!

Hillbenders Blutgrass Tribute to the Who's Tommy
2018-02-03 20:00 | Grand Annex, 434 W. 6th St, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
The Hillbenders perform a full bluegrass style tribute to The Who’s classic rock-opera, Tommy. Conceived and produced by SXSW co-founder Louis Jay Meyers, the band bridges the gap between rock and bluegrass while paying total respect to Pete Townsend’s original work. It’s Whograss at it’s best!

Shepherds of Lies
2018-02-03 20:00 - 22:00 | Alvas Showroom, 1417 W. Eighth Street, San Pedro, CA, 90732, United States
Newly-formed Genesis tribute from the ranks of SQUONK, Gabble Ratchet, and Cinema Show. Shepherds of Lies takes to the stage for its premier performance of selections from Nursery Cryme, Foxtrot, Selling England By The Pound, Trick of The Tail and Wind and Wuthering.
Jeff Bird – Lead Vocals/Flute/Drums
Scott Connor – Drums/Vocals
Brian Holt – Keyboards
John Thomas – Guitars/Bass/Bass Pedals/Vocals
Jeff Robertson – Guitar

Ruslan Sirota
2018-02-04 16:00 - 18:00 | Alvas Showroom, 1417 W. Eighth Street, San Pedro, CA, 90732, United States
Ruslan Sirota Original music from my upcoming release “A Lifetime Away”
Ruslan Sirota (Piano)
Gary Novak (Drums)
Brian Ward (Bass)
Mitchell Long (Multi-instrumentalist)
Pete Korpela (Percussion)

An Evening with Jackson Browne
2018-02-09 20:00 | Warner Grand Theatre, 478 W. 6th St., San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Joining Jackson Browne on February 9th are longtime band mates Bob Glaub (bass), Mauricio Lewak (drums), Alethea Mills (vocals), Chavonne Stewart (vocals), and multi-instrumentalist Greg Leisz.
Proceeds from the concert will benefit the non-profit organization Grand Vision Foundation, and its youth music education program, Meet the Music. Meet the Music partners with underserved Harbor Area elementary schools to provide music education in schools where it would not otherwise exist. Through inspirational live world music concerts and professional instruction, Meet the Music introduces music education to over 1800 students, teaching them to read music, play their first instrument and discover that they are music-makers!

Niki K. Crawford
2018-02-10 20:00 | Grand Annex, 434 W. 6th St, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Back by popular demand! Crawford wraps her melodic voice around funk riffs and R&B rhythms for a high-energy soul performance. She has her own unique sound combining the sultry allure of Sade and the powerful emotion of Roberta Flack. Originally from Louisiana, she is now based in LA and has shared stages with Santana, Aaron Neville, Al Green and many more, and performed on Leno, Conan, SNL & Letterman

Rob Garland’s Eclectic Trio
2018-02-10 20:00 - 22:00 | Alvas Showroom, 1417 W. Eighth Street, San Pedro, CA, 90732, United States
High Energy Jazz Rock Fusion Trio
Original instrumental & vocal selections plus a few eclectic covers with elements of jazz, rock, blues & funk.
Rob Garland – (Guitar & Vocals)
Austin Underhill – (Bass)
Carl Thomson – (Drums & Backing Vocals)

Andy & Renee Hurricane of the Heart
2018-02-11 19:30 | Grand Annex, 434 W. 6th St, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Award-winning Southbay rockers, Andy & Renee return to the Grand Annex with their band Hard Rain, this time performing their entire album, Hurricane of the Heart. This album continues the duo’s tradition of blending their original Americana, folk and rock songs with select cover material, such as Patty Griffin’s “Mary” and Mark Knopfler’s “Romeo and Juliet.”

Agent 22 with Special Guest Emmett Chapman
2018-02-11 20:00 - 22:00 | Alvas Showroom, 1417 W. Eighth Street, San Pedro, CA, 90732, United States
Instrumental music highlighting the Chapman Stick, a 12-string guitar/bass hybrid instrument, backed by
world percussion, drums, and didgeridoo.
Tom Griesgraber – (Chapman Stick)
Ryan Moran – (Percussion and Didgeridoo)
Emmett Chapman – (Chapman Stick)

Tamir Hendelman guest, Morgan Jones
2018-02-17 16:00 - 18:00 | Alvas Showroom, 1417 W. Eighth Street, San Pedro, CA, 90732, United States
Award-winning jazz pianist-composer Tamir Hendelman has been leading his own trio and performing with the Jeff Hamilton Trio and the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra since 2000-2001. He is known for his imaginative and sensitive playing and arranging on recordings by Natalie Cole, Barbra Streisand and Roberta Gambarini as well as Graham Dechter, Richard Galliano and Claudio Roditi.

Trio Ellas
2018-02-17 20:00 | Grand Annex, 434 W. 6th St, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
With a unique blend of traditional mariachi music and contemporary style, might be The Dixie Chicks of the alt Latin music scene. Nominated for a Latin Grammy in 2012, this trio has been breaking barriers that exist for women in mariachi music. Performing in English and Spanish, their sound fuses the nostalgia of a romantic trio, the traditions of the best mariachi and classic rock-n-roll.

Richie Goods and Nuclear Fusion
2018-02-17 20:00 - 22:00 | Alvas Showroom, 1417 W. Eighth Street, San Pedro, CA, 90732, United States
Richie Goods & Nuclear Fusion is a dynamic band with a very unique sound. Richie
combines jazz, funk, gospel and rock resulting in an electrifying musical experience. Each
band member is a solo artist in their own right and together they put a total new spin on old
rock and jazz classics as well as Richie’s original compositions. Richie’s music appeals to a
diverse audience and they can count on tremendous on stage energy and music that will
stay in their heads for a long time!
Richie Goods – (Bass)
Matt Rohde – (Keyboard)
Tariqh Akoni – (Guitar)
‘Lil John Roberts – (drums)

Afternoon with Ana Vidovic
2018-02-18 15:00 | Warner Grand Theatre, 478 W. 6th St., San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Warner Grand Theatre is proud to host a special performance by internationally acclaimed guitar virtuosa, Ana Vidovic. Born in Karlovac near Zagreb, Croatia and winner of numerous international competitions, Ms. Vidovic is both an extraordinary talent and seasoned performer placing her amongst the most elite musicians of the world today. She returns to Los Angeles in collaboration with Hunley Guitar Studio; concert proceeds will provide scholarships for students pursuing classical guitar.

1st Thursday Open Mic Night
2018-03-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Grand Annex, 434 W. 6th St, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Are you a musician? A singer/songwriter? A poet?
South Bay’s Open Mic at the Grand Annex is dedicated to showcasing, connecting and providing a creative outlet for artists. Every first Thursday of the month, the Grand Annex in San Pedro will open up its stage to musicians, singer/songwriters and poets from all walks of life. Share your talents from the Annex stage. This premier venue has hosted Grammy winners and nominees and other regionally acclaimed musicians across all genres. We are dedicated to providing a space for artists to showcase their work and will also feature emerging artists each month.
Sign-Ups begin at 6:30pm
$5 Entrance
All Ages Event / 21+ for the bar

Strunz & Farah
2018-03-02 20:00 | Grand Annex, 434 W. 6th St, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Guitar duo and Grammy Award nominated Strunz & Farah have been performing together since 1979. Their original rhythmic and virtuosic sound combines Latin American and Middle Eastern music, which has been described as flamenco-style world fusion. Respectively from Costa Rica and Iran, they met in LA where they pioneered a musical genre with their culturally rich repertoire.
