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Moe's Alley presents legendary reggare artists Wailing Souls! Special guest Boom Draw opens the show with DJ Spleece on the 1s and 2s!

Friday, February 13, 2026
Doors: 8pm / Show: 9pm
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WAILING SOULS

Wailing Souls are standard bearers and among the few active surviving elder statesmen from the birth and the golden era of reggae music. With a career spanning more than five decades, from rock steady through reggae to dancehall and beyond, their canon is part of the soundtrack of Jamaica itself. Songs including “Fire House Rock,” “Jah Jah Give Us Life,” “Mr. Fire Coal Man,” and “Shark Attack” mark creative high points in reggae history.

2021 marked the 40th anniversary of both Fire House Rock and Wailing, the former release by Greensleeves in 1981 and the latter by VP through its Jah Guidance imprint. Wailing is celebrated through its first definitive reissue for Record Store Day 2021. These milestones come on the heels of the release of the group’s 25thstudio album, Back-A-Yard in August 2020, marking a return to Greensleeves. The follow-up dub companion, Back-A-Yard Dub, was released in April 2021. Both albums were produced by label mate Alborosie.

Pipe and Bread’s creative history dates to Jamaica’s rock steady days in a group called The Renegades with George Haye. A number of name changes would take place into the 1970s, while they would first use the name Wailing Souls for a track called “Gold Digger” for producer Lloyd Daley in 1970. At that time, Pipe and Bread were joined by Norman “Fats D” Davis and Oswald “Sabu” Downer. With this lineup, the group also made a series of key recordings for Coxson Dodd’s iconic Studio One label, which included “Mr. Fire Coal Man,” “Back Out,” and “Things & Time.” These recordings either credited Wailing Souls or The Classics.

BOOM DRAW
BOOM DRAW is a 6-piece reggae band specializing in the sweet and soulful sounds of foundation-era rocksteady music. Hailing from Santa Cruz, they feature an all-star, multi-generational lineup of dedicated singers and players known for backing countless Jamaican reggae artists on tour and in the studio. Locally, BOOM DRAW’s ranks include members of Santa Cruz and Bay Area reggae institutions like Pure Roots, Dub Congress, Inka Inka, Root Awakening, the Rastafarians, the Sugarbeats, and more.  Their mission: to rock a dancefloor near you with "boom draws" — strictly classic songs drawn from reggae's early years, when the vibes were crucial and the rhythm was king. 
 

Afrobeats Nite Santa Cruz with Sitar Power featuring Ashwin Batish plus DJ Monk Earl & DJ Nola Cruz!

Saturday, February 14, 2026
Doors: 8pm / Show: 8pm
$25 in advance / $28 day of the show
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Moe's Alley presents the return of Long Beach Dub Allstars with special guests Bedouin Soundclash!

Sunday, February 15, 2026
Doors: 7pm / Show: 8pm
$35 in advance / $40 day of the show
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LONG BEACH DUB ALLSTARS
Long Beach Dub Allstars formed in 1997, rising from the tragedy of Bradley Nowell’s passing to carry on the spirit of the reggae-rock movement that Sublime helped pioneer. Founded by Bud Gaugh and Eric Wilson, alongside Long Beach music staples Opie Ortiz, Miguel Happoldt, and Marshall Goodman, the band became a driving force in blending reggae, dub, ska, punk, and hip-hop into a sound that shaped an entire generation.

Their early albums, Right Back (1999) and Wonders of the World (2001), were foundational for the reggae-rock genre, bridging Sublime’s legacy with a new wave of artists. Their sound captured the raw energy of Southern California, blending reggae grooves with punk attitude and hip-hop rhythms, influencing countless bands that followed.

After a hiatus, LBDA reunited with fresh energy, dropping their self-titled 2020 album and solidifying their place as torchbearers of the reggae-rock movement. Their latest record, "Echo Mountain High", takes their sound to new heights—mixing psychedelic elements with reggae, ska, and dub, while staying true to the signature Long Beach sound. Written during the pandemic, the album was crafted in Opie Ortiz’s backyard before coming to life in the studio with an all-star lineup, including Chris Dowd (Fishbone), Jesse Wagner (Aggrolites), and Devin Morrison (Expanders). The result is an album that pays homage to their roots while pushing the genre forward.

With Opie Ortiz (vocals), Miguel Happoldt (guitar), Tim Wu (horns), Roger Rivas (keys), Ed Kampwirth (bass), and Gil Sharone (drums), Long Beach Dub Allstars continue to evolve, proving their music is more than nostalgia—it’s a living, breathing force. From headlining festivals to inspiring new generations of musicians, their influence is undeniable—keeping the sound and spirit of Long Beach alive and thriving.

BEDOUIN SOUNDCLASH
Canadian indie rock and reggae royalty Bedouin Soundclash took a creative hiatus after climbing to the pinnacle of the Canadian music industry, and now they're back better than ever to continue the next chapter in their singular genre-defying career – a career which has seen them celebrated at home and abroad with JUNO awards, Top 10 radio hits, and international tours with No Doubt, Ben Harper, The Interrupters, and Thievery Corporation. This year Bedouin Soundclash return with a brand new album titled We Will Meet in a Hurricane, OUT NOW on Dine Alone Records.
 

Moe's Alley presents the return of Grammy-winning Rebirth Brass Band with special guests The Peacoat Project! 

Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Doors: 7pm / Show: 8pm
$25 in advance / $30 day of the show
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REBIRTH BRASS BRAND

“just saw THE REBIRTH BRASS BAND, unbelievable. hard as hell, free as a ray of light, there is not a band on earth that is better. stunning.” – Flea, Red Hot Chili Peppers

For almost 4 decades, the Grammy winning Rebirth Brass Band has been “stunning” fans with a fiery live show and a rich musical catalog. Their trademark sound pays homage to the New Orleans brass band tradition while weaving a tapestry that combines elements of jazz, funk, soul, R&B and the sounds from the streets they grew up on. From their legendary 25+ year run of Tuesday nights at the Maple Leaf to stages all over the world, Rebirth is the soundtrack of the Crescent City and her premier musical ambassador.

Founded by brothers Phil and Keith Frazier over 35 years ago, Rebirth began their career playing on the sidewalks of the French Quarter, and quickly landed gigs at second line parades. Those auspicious beginnings have led to thousands of shows to music aficionados everywhere, including heads of state and royalty.

The bands unique “soundtrack of New Orleans” has also garnered admiration from artists of all genres. They’ve shared the stage and collaborated with everyone from the Grateful Dead to the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Maceo Parker, Green Day, U2, James Brown, 311, G-Love, MuteMath, Juvenile, Train, Big Freedia, Ani Difranco, Galactic, Allen Touisant, Neville Brothers, Quincy Jones and Trombone Shorty.

THE PEACOAT PROJECT
The Peacoat Project is a modern jazz ensemble built on original compositions and the talents of seasoned improvisers. Led by Peter Koht, the band features Santa Cruz based stalwarts including Will Bates (Sambadá) on drums, bassist Chris Soriano (El Sol), percussionist Barbara Martin (El Sol) and trombonist Jordan Zell (La Familia). Together they bring a wealth of experience across jazz, soul, and Latin traditions into a sound that is unmistakably their own. The Peacoat Project pushes jazz ahead without losing its soul—or its groove.
 

(((folkYEAH!))) Presents Bitchin Bajas!

Thursday, February 19, 2026
Doors: 7pm / Show: 8pm
$20 in advance / $25 day of the show
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BITCHIN BAJAS
The next album from Bitchin Bajas — the trio of Cooper Crain, Rob Frye and Daniel Quinlivan — is near! The successor to 2022’s Bajascillators glides easily into frame, but once there, Inland See is deceptively immediate: four songs, entirely within themselves, all together forming an essential whole. Inland See is out September 26; the lead single "Skylarking" arrives today with a new visualizer featuring visuals by Nick Ciontea.

With every successive Bitchin Bajas release, we see that the real key for them is a sense of discovery, that tingle that comes when you feel something breaking through. The sky opening up. Take "Skylarking": a remarkable construction, built to and fro in the ether, but with a deceptive grasp of four-on-the-floor rhythm. A space dance that achieves completion in almost aggressive terms — aggressive like an oxygen bath! — showcasing jewels from their world music and jazz archives, then returning to their undulous source drone, riding smoothly back into silence. The stuff that fills this Inland See holds you up powerfully, as if you’re floating, saltwater or helium-wise — effervescent, effortless, elemental. 

This music was mostly written on the road. It’s an unusual happening for Bitchin Bajas! They were open for it, though — the landmarked Bajascillators kept them out there for a while, and when inspiration struck, there they're rolling. When it was time to render it to tape and find the record there, they did the whole thing at Electrical Audio, recorded in Studio B by Cooper. Recording all together in the room there lent a sense of space, which they dug and captured as natural as possible. No reverb at all added after the fact. Some additional recording and mixing was done at home by the Bajas, then Phil Baljeu did up the art. Soon enough, Inland See is flowing toward you, through the hi-fi — and you'll feel it all in the air. 
 

Moe's Alley presents two nights of international reggae star Don Carlos! 

Friday, February 20, 2026
Doors: 8pm / Show: 9pm
$40 in advance / $45 day of the show
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DON CARLOS
Don Carlos (born Euvin Spencer) Legendary Reggae Artist was born and raised in one of the most deprived regions of Western Kingston, Jamaica, in a district notoriously known as Waterhouse, which incidentally is also a musical spawning ground for many of Reggae’s greatest ever talents, such as King Tubby, Black Uhuru, The Jays, Junior Reid and King Jammy, to name but a few. Don Carlos started his singing career in 1973 as one of the original members of Black Uhuru, alongside other founding members, Garth Dennis who later went on to joining the Wailing Souls, and Derrick Ducky Simpson. As part of the trio, Don sang lead on the highly acclaimed Love Crisis album, for producer Prince Jammy in 1977. This album was later re-released and re-titled as Black Sounds of Freedom. A year after the trio’s groundbreaking debut, Don Carlos surprisingly decided to leave Black Uhuru in pursuit of a solo career. 

ANCESTREE
Listen to the sounds of chakras dancing to heartbeat rhythms and heavenly harmonies. Words of Love and ancient wisdom intertwine with deep bass one drops and majestic horns; Soul, Funk, Jazz, Rock, Hip Hop infused Roots Reggae. ANCESTREE draws from a deep well of spiritual inspiration creating a natural sound to move all people, inspiring one to dance with an open heart and mind.

Moe's Alley presents two nights of international reggae star Don Carlos! 

Saturday, February 21, 2026
Doors: 8pm / Show: 9pm
$40 in advance / $45 day of the show
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DON CARLOS
Don Carlos (born Euvin Spencer) Legendary Reggae Artist was born and raised in one of the most deprived regions of Western Kingston, Jamaica, in a district notoriously known as Waterhouse, which incidentally is also a musical spawning ground for many of Reggae’s greatest ever talents, such as King Tubby, Black Uhuru, The Jays, Junior Reid and King Jammy, to name but a few. Don Carlos started his singing career in 1973 as one of the original members of Black Uhuru, alongside other founding members, Garth Dennis who later went on to joining the Wailing Souls, and Derrick Ducky Simpson. As part of the trio, Don sang lead on the highly acclaimed Love Crisis album, for producer Prince Jammy in 1977. This album was later re-released and re-titled as Black Sounds of Freedom. A year after the trio’s groundbreaking debut, Don Carlos surprisingly decided to leave Black Uhuru in pursuit of a solo career. 

PACIFIC VIBRATION
Pacific Vibration is a premiere Bay Area based Cali/Island roots reggae band fronted by singer-songwriter Kerry Wing. The music is original & soulful, and is driven by their heartfelt songwriting, explorative lyrics, and vocal harmonies.  The band has been teaming up with producer E.N Young (formerly of Tribal Seeds) on their latest releases. Pacific Vibration dropped the single Truth last year, and by grace they connected with and featured Akae Beka, the voice of Midnite, on the song shortly before he passed.

Moe's Alley presents Mark Hummel's Allstar Harmonica Blowout! This legendary lineup features Curtis Salgado, Magic Dick, RJ Mischo, Mark Hummel, Anson Funderburgh, Steve Freund, Rodrigo Mantovani and Wes Starr.

Sunday, February 22, 2026
Doors: 3pm / Show: 4pm
$40 in advance / $45 day of the show
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CURTIS SALGADO-Curtis was half of Robert Cray Band as a co-front man in the first five years of the band’s busy touring schedule starting in 1977. Salgado has since been one of the leading lights of the Northwest’s R&B world, racking up BMA awards every year for Soul Man of the Year in Memphis, Best CD, Song Of The Year and many other notables.

MAGIC DICK is the original harp man from the J. Geils Band, whose many hits flooded the airwaves during the 1970s and 1980s. Chart-toppers like "FreezeFrame", "Centerfold", "First I Look At The Purse", "Must a Got Lost", "Give It To Me" and Magic Dick's own "Wammer Jammer" were in the Top Ten off and on for 20 years and made them one of the few top bands(other then WAR) that featured a harmonica prominently in the frontline. Dick went on to start "Bluestime" with J. Geils after the original band broke up, making two CDs for Rounder Records.

STEVE FREUND hails from Brooklyn, NY but moved to the Windy City of Chicago in 1970 at the invitation of legendary blues pianist Sunnyland Slim, who Steve accompanied for twenty years. During this time Steve played with every noteworthy blues person in the city, including Otis Rush, Bo Diddley, Koko Taylor( winning a Grammy on her live LP), James Cotton( 12 yrs), Lonnie Brooks, Hubert Sumlin, Big Walter Horton, Lee Jackson, Eddie Taylor, Snooky Pryor, Magic Slim, Henry Gray, Robert Jr Lockwood, Floyd Jones, BB Odom and more. 

ROUNDING OUT THIS LINE UP IS WES STARR ON DRUMS (Asleep at the Wheel, Delbert McClinton, Marsha Ball, Omar and the Howlers, Anson & The Rockets, Willie Nelson) AND BMA WINNING BASSIST RODRIGO MANTOVANI (Nick Moss, Jontavious Willis)

Moe's Alley presents Chicago blues legend Ronnie Baker Brooks!

Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Doors: 6pm / Show: 7pm
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RONNIE BAKER BROOKS
Chicago guitarist, vocalist, songwriter and multiple Blues Music Award-winner Ronnie Baker Brooks is one of the city’s—and the world’s—most undeniably talented and electrifying bluesmen. Ronnie was born into Chicago blues royalty as the son of legendary multiple GRAMMY Award nominee, Hall Of Famer, and longtime Alligator Records recording star Lonnie Brooks. He is among the few contemporary blues artists who learned his craft directly from many of the genre’s icons, including Albert Collins, B.B. King, Willie Dixon, Koko Taylor and, most significantly, his father. “I’m blessed to have played with and learned from the best. I’m carrying them within me,” he says of all the legends he knew growing up and the journey he’s been on.
 

Moe's Alley presents NOT.GREENDAY, a tribute band to the one and only Green Day! East Bay pop punker Tess & The Details open the show! 

Wendesday, February 25, 2026
Doors: 7pm / Show: 8pm
$15 in advance / $20 day of the show
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NOT.GREENDAY
Founded January of 2022 in Spokane WA, by four friends who all share a love for Green Day. We appreciate this opportunity to celebrate the music of our favorite band with like minded fans all over the country.

Join us in celebrating Pop Punk legends, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees, and 20 time Grammy Nominees, GREEN DAY, with the nation's premiere tribute act, NOT.GREENDAY. Performing hits and deep cuts from every era of Green Day's catalog spanning over four decades, including songs from; 39/Smooth, Kerplunk, Dookie, Insomniac, Nimrod, Warning, American Idiot, 21st Century Breakdown, ¡UNO!/¡DOS!/¡TRÉ!, and Revolution Radio!. As 4 die-hard, lifelong Green Day fans, NOT.GREENDAY brings a high energy, non-stop performance that is guaranteed to have you dancing and singing along in a sea of nostalgia. 

TESS & THE DETAILS

Tess & The Details are a four-piece female-fronted rock band from San Francisco, California. They’ve been active since 2023, with the release of their debut album Runaway via Double Helix Records. They’ve also appeared on compilations for Punk Rock Saves Lives, Attention! By Wiretap Records, “Distort The Bay” by Destroy Art Inc. “Pee Approved” by Pee records AU and others.

The band has toured all over California, Portland and more, establishing themselves as a regional touring band with more plans to expand in 2025.

The Details have notably played alongside Fishbone, Swingin’ Utters, The Meteors, The Last Gang, The Drowns, and many more.

The band pride themselves on their work ethic, advocacy for mental health awareness, and just being a really solid rock band with a lot of attention to “details.”

For their 2025 cover of “Maniac” and new original music, The Details have partnered with Wiretap Records and have plans to work harder than ever and tour extensively.

Moe's Alley presents an evening with the B-Side Players with DJ Wyze 1!

Friday, February 27, 2026
Doors: 8pm / Show: 9pm
$25 in advance / $30 day of the show
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B-SIDE PLAYERS
The B-Side Players are a 9-piece band part of a new movement in popular music. A band that honors the international cross-pollination that has always made music the universal language. They use any beat that catches their ear, regardless of geography or genre, to create a compelling, horn driven, polyrhythmic groove. They continue exploring the multifaceted grooves of Latin America and the Caribbean, incorporating the sounds of Cuba, Jamaica, Mexico and Brazil with the funk, rock, jazz and hip-hop rhythms of their homeland, dropping bits of Cumbia, Salsa, gritty street Samba, Son Montuno, Jarocho and Boogalo into the mix.

The B-Side Players have been laying down their own inimitable latin global funk since they came together in 1994. Their incendiary live shows have defined them as local favorites with 10 San Diego Music awards. Meanwhile their albums showcase a band with restless musical intelligence, effortlessly blending genres to fashion their own forward looking, latin flavored soul music. As an eight piece band the players are known for igniting crowds with their fierce rhythms and uplifting message of unity and consciousness. Meanwhile always keeping their focus on the political climate of the world and nation. The B-Side Players are a living and breathing cultural art experience for the mind body and soul.

Moe's Alley presents reggae icons The Itals, featuring legendary singer Keith Porter!

Saturday, February 28,2026
Doors: 8pm / Show: 9pm
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THE ITALS

Long before the Itals were a spark in their producer’s eye, Keith Porter recorded his first hit single, “Hitey Titey”, with the Westmorelites on the Studio One label in 1967. Around 1969, Keith became lead singer for a band named Soul Hermit, backed by Eugene Gray and Wignal Henry on guitars, and Reginald Seewell and Nash on base and drums. They played in numerous entertainment sectors of Jamaica until Owen Sinclair put together a new band in 1971. Called Future Generation, the band was composed of Dalton James and Roy Hilton on drums, Devon Henry on keyboards, Eugene Gray, guitar, Scott on sax, and Keith on vocals. They performed all over Jamaica for X amount of years, singing all styles of music, American R&B and love songs and native Jamaican songs.

Tiring of the club scene around 1975, Keith ran into Ronnie Davis on Orange Street in Kingston and asked him who was auditioning. Ronnie gave him a cassette with a rhythm he’d just had a hit on. “I was so happy with that rhythm I didn’t look any further,” says Keith. “In less than a week I had written Ina Dis Ya Time and came back to Kingston to record it for Lloyd Campbell’s SpiderMan label. Lloyd felt it needed some harmonies with my lead, so Ronnie and I both added harmony parts. There was no intention of forming a group called the Itals; the record first came out as Keith Porter. After the song was on its way to becoming a hit in Jamaica, we all went out to do some promotion. Lloyd, Ronnie, myself and Brian Thomas of RJR were sitting out back in the cantina, when Brian said ‘why not call them the Itals’, because now there was more than one person singing. Everyone liked that name. It sounded good, so all of a sudden, Itals was a group. It was never intentional. I’ve always wondered if the name was the result of Brian noticing how strict I was about the food I ate, strictly Ital.”

Moe's Alley presents a head-banging night of stoner rock, punk and everything in between with The Freeks, Midnight Dumpster Fire, Unholy Things and Chrome Serpent!

Thursday, March 5, 2026
Doors: 7pm / Show: 7:30pm
$15 in advance / $20 day of the show
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THE FREEKS
The Freeks are a raw, psychedelically fuzzed, surge of electric rock'n'roll – the sound of California heat meeting cosmic chaos. Emerging from the union of two SoCal counties, this crew of rock veterans channels decades of underground energy into a single, pulsing current of fuzz, groove, and liberation. Their music feels alive – not rehearsed or restrained – a living jam that breathes dust and distortion. On stage, The Freeks are pure combustion. Their frontman leads with a chaotic, exuberant energy – part shaman, part showman – driving the band and crowd alike into a state of wild release. Guitars roar like engines in the Mojave night, basslines rumble and hypnotic but always human – a performance that blurs the line between control and surrender. In the desert or in the city, The Freeks deliver the kind of rock that refuses to sit still – electric, expansive, and unapologetically alive.

MIDNIGHT DUMPSTER FIRE
Formed in 2024 in Santa Cruz, CA, Midnight Dumpster Fire blends punk, alt-rock and metal into a hook-driven sound built for loud room and raised fists. MDF pulls influences from Mastodon, Pennywise and QOTSA, delivering high-energy songs that hit hard and stick fast. A true Bay Area underdog, the band is already turning heads after only a handful of shows.

UNHOLY THINGS
Unholy Things is a heavy rock band out of Santa Cruz, CA built on deep roots, heavy grooves and dark subject matter. Formed in 2024, the band draws inspiration from all forms of rock, metal and punk, creating a sound that's both crushing and haunting-driven by sharp occult-themed lyrics, razor-blade riffs, possessed solos and a swaggering sense of groove.

CHROME SERPENT
As heavy as the Pacific fog, Santa Cruz's own Chrome Serpent have crept steadily through the local music scene on a misty blanket of smokey stoner riffs and crushing rhythms since 2020. Birthed from a love of all things hard and heavy, this power trio draws inspiration from a vast array of influences and creates something unique: doomy, sludgy, balls to the wall rock with flare-ups of thrash and punk. Whether jamming with peers on the local dive bar circuit or rocking the outer stretches of the Bay Area like Oakland, Monterey, San Jose and San Francisco, Chrome Serpent can be counted on for Sabbathian itch-scratching, head banging boogies, and a set full of inebriating riffs. After a year hiatus, drummer Stephen Madrano (current Unholy Things) joins Mike Brown and Jesse Polakow (bass and guitar, respectively) in cutting a fresh path forward with new material. Constantly in flux, never stagnant, the music shifts and un-coils, much like the band's cryptic namesake.

After her long arduous trip to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza and her subsequent detainment, Carsie has rescheduled her tour. Ticket holder for the show originally scheduled in October 2025 have been fully refunded. You will need to purchase a new ticket for this show. 

Devon Sproule opens the show! 

Friday, March 6, 2026
Doors: 7pm / Show: 8pm
$30 in advance / $35 day of the show
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CARSIE BLANTON
CARSIE BLANTON is a songwriter with hooks, chutzpah, and revolutionary optimism. Inspired by artists including Nina Simone and John Prine, her music is a jaunt through American popular song, from sultry jazz to pop-punk protest anthems.

Her live shows seek to delight and galvanize, with her Handsome Band serving up juicy three-part harmonies and melodic basslines to drive home each well-crafted refrain. A seasoned performer, she explores the political and the burlesque while bringing her audience together in humor, hope, and camaraderie.

Carsie’s forthcoming album, Body of Work, is an intimately-recorded collection of songs from throughout her catalog, produced by Tyler Chester (Madison Cunningham, Andrew Bird) and featuring fan-favorites such as Fishin with You and Smoke Alarm.

Devon Sproule
Devon grew up at Twin Oaks intentional community in rural Virginia.  She dropped out of high school and started busking in Charlottesville, VA when she was a teenager.  In her 20s and 30s she played overseas regularly and collaborated with Tin Angel Records and the Toronto-based band Bernice.  She lived in Austin and Berlin and is now based in Charlottesville, VA.  She’s married to producer Paul Curreri and they have a kid, Ray, and a dog, Tim.  She also plays in a loud band called New Boss and is a bad cook but a very fast shoe-tier.  

Moe's Alley presents Grammy-nominated Shannon McNally with special guests Kentucky Mule!

Sunday, March 8, 2026
Doors: 6pm / Show: 7pm
$15 in advance / $20 day of the show
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SHANNON MCNALLY
Grammy nominee Shannon McNally’s live music career began on the jam band circuit of the 1990s with bands like Derek Trucks and Railroad Earth. Since then, her catalog has grown to span the whole of the Americana music spectrum, both writing original songs as well as interpreting the songs of others. She brings a soul-stirring musicality to her craft. Her honest and, at times, elegant voice immediately grabs one by the heartstrings. Not to mention as it turns out, she is also an exceptional electric guitar player.

McNally has fourteen albums to her name and a string of single self-releases on her personal label, Queen Maeve Records. Her latest album, “Live At Dee’s,” is a career retrospective song list captured over four nights in September of 2022 with a revolving band of Nashville musicians. Showcasing McNally’s wonderful storytelling and sense of wry humor, the 18-song disc captures her at her most relaxed in her natural habitat of neighborhood Honky Tonk. 

For those who have followed McNally’s twenty-plus-year career, the thing that sticks with listeners the most about her is the timeless effortlessness she brings to all she does. With an impressive catalog and extensive list of collaborators with whom she has written, recorded, and toured; McNally continues to turn out great music across wide-flung ends of the spectrum, defying genre-fication. At home on any stage, from Lincoln Center to the juke joints of Mississippi—she always brings the house down.

KENTUCKY MULE
Kentucky Mule is an alternative country band based in Santa Cruz, California. The vocalist and songwriter, Coleton Joe Tidwell, effortlessly weaves small-town storytelling and metropolitan modernity. Altogether the band tips it’s cap to the full spectrum of country music while seamlessly blending in their outside influences.
 

No-Brainer Productions presents "Thank You Sly Stone" – An Allstar Tribute to Sly Stone featuring:
​Dan "Lebo" Lebowitz (ALO)
Ray White (Zappa)
Vicki Randle
Steve Adams (ALO)
Brendan Liu (Con Brio)
Mookie Siegel (David Nelson Band)
Ezra Lipp (ALO)
Marcus Stephens

Thursday, March 12, 2026
Doors: 7pm / Show: 8pm
$40 in advance / $45 day of the show
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This is more than a show — it’s a homecoming celebration and a chance to welcome back a band that knows exactly how to make Santa Cruz move.

DJ Wyze 1 will by on the 1s and 2s! 

Friday, March 13, 2026
Doors: 8pm / Show: 9pm
$20 in advance / $25 day of the show
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(((folkYEAH!))) presents Blackwater Holylight with special guests SOM!

Saturday, March 14, 2026
Doors: 8pm / Show: 9pm
$28 in advance / $32 day of the show
21+

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BLACKWATER HOLYLIGHT
When the women of Blackwater Holylight left their hometown of Portland OR threeyears ago, their mission was to escape the gloom of the Pacific Northwest and theplacating comfort of familiarity. Aiming for the sunnier climes of LA, the band foundthemselves not only in a warmer environment, but in a blank slate landscape—onewithout jobs, longtime friend groups, and the easy retreat of old habits. And it was here,unencumbered by the contentment of security, that Blackwater Holylight began diligentlyworking on their fourth full-length album, Not Here Not Gone.

As with their previous work, Not Here Not Gone explores the duality of light and dark—menacing riffs provide the bedrock to beguiling melodies; dense walls of shoegazeguitars pair with lighter-than-air synths; and heavy subject matter is delivered by sirensong vocals. Across their work, the listener gets a sense of empowerment at one turn,vulnerability the next. As drummer Eliese Dorsay describes it, “some songs we’re thepredator, and some songs we’re the prey.” The juxtaposition of confidence anduncertainty is never in as such stark relief as when one makes a life changing decision,which may explain how the band’s relocation intensified their study in contrasts tointoxicating new heights on Not Here Not Gone.

The title is the perfect description of the band’s adjustment. “It’s one foot in, one footout,” vocalist and guitarist/bassist Sunny Faris explains. “It’s about how you can losepeople in your life but still have their presence and energy around you.” And indeed,listening to Not Here Not Gone, you get the distinct sense that Blackwater Holylightdragged some of the Northwest gloom down into Southern California. The openingchords of “How Will You Feel” are drenched in the muddy weight of perpetually overcastskies. But a Jacob’s Ladder of light shines through the scuzzy guitars in the form ofFaris’ lilting vocals and Sarah McKenna’s blissed-out ambient synth work, guiding thelistener out of the mire and into the garden.

SOM
SOM released their third full-length album, Let The Light In, on March 14th 2025 via Berlin left-field label Pelagic Records. With a unique sound dubbed “Doom Pop” by Metal Injection, SOM’s dreamy shoegaze roots are on display across Let The Light In, but there is heft at its core that’s bracing and ferocious. If the band’s debut album The Fall explored hitting rock bottom, and sophomore release The Shape of Everything grappled with the ever-darkening world around us, Let The Light In sees SOM turn their sights inward, towards our most primal impulses; seeking solace and reconciliation from the vibrancy within ourselves and the people we hold close.

Moe's Alley presents the incomparable Rick Estrin & The Nightcats who will be be joined on stage by none other than blues guitar legend Anson Funderburgh! 

Sunday, march 15, 2026
Doors: 3pm / Show: 4pm
$25 in advance / $30 day of the show
21+

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RICK ESTRIN & THE NIGHTCATS
lues vocalist, harmonica master and songwriting legend Rick Estrin, leader of the musically fearless, wildly entertaining, award-winning band Rick Estrin & The Nightcats, doesn’t like to talk much about his own musical superpowers. But ask him about the Nightcats—multi-instrumentalist/musical mastermind/producer Christoffer “Kid” Andersen, keyboardist/organ wizard/bass player Lorenzo Farrell and endlessly creative drummer Derrick “D’Mar” Martin—and he’ll be happy to sing their praises. “This band is killer. I’m enjoying this all more than ever,” says the man who’s been performing and recording professionally since the early 1970s. “It’s a blessing—there’s so much energy, so much collaboration. The band is just so good right now. And the live show is better than ever.” Living Blues calls Rick Estrin & The Nightcats “a terrific blues band with a real character for a front man,” continuing, “Clever, well-crafted songs framed by first-flight musicianship…hugely entertaining, intelligently conceived and executed roots rock with a wickedly cool and otherworldly twist on tradition. Estrin’s harp work is masterful.” 

Moe's Alley presents Colemine recording artists and organ trio supergroup Parlor Greens with special guests Andre Cruz & Chris Lujan!

Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Doors: 7pm / Show: 8pm
$20 in advance / $25 day of show
21+

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PARLOR GREENS
You could say that Parlor Greens are greater than the sum of their parts…however, the individual parts are simply stellar on their own. Tim Carman (formerly GA-20, Canyon Lights) on drums, Jimmy James (True Loves, formerly Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio) on guitar, and Adam Scone (Scone Cash Players, The Sugarman 3) on organ.

Scone is perhaps the most tasteful living organist on planet Earth (and beyond) and to watch him play is to truly watch a master at work. He bends the organ to his will like a true mastercraftsman. He’s a veteran of the soul revival scene, having played on many Daptone recording sessions since their inception, but also has learned from some of the legends of soul jazz: Melvin Sparks and The Turbanator himself Dr. Lonnie Smith. Jimmy James needs no introduction to many as he’s been seen all over the world performing with instrumental groups The True Loves and the Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio. Perhaps the most dangerous right hand in all of soul music, his signature funky approach can be identified by even the most novice of music fans, a feat most musicians could only dream of. Tim Carman. The backbone. The pocket. Having cut his teeth touring the world with blues group GA-20, Carman’s expertise in the world of blues shuffles might make him an unlikely candidate to lay the foundation for the funky Parlor Greens, but this debut LP shows otherwise. Steady, heavy pockets and as funky as they come

ANDRE CRUZ & CHRIS LUJAN
Andre Cruz and Chris Lujan bring a unique flavor with their fuzz heavy, groove-infused California soul. They will make you melt with crooning, sweet soul and light up the dance floor with explosive funkiness. The band is the product of the collaboration between vocalist/songwriter Andre Cruz (The Humidors) and producer/bandleader Chris Lujan (The M-Tet).
 

(((folkYEAH!))) presents The Third Mind featuring Dave Alvin, Victor Krummenacher, Jesse Sykes, Michael Jerome and Mark Karan!

Thursday, March 19, 2026
Doors: 7pm / Show: 8pm
$35 in advance / $40 day of the show
21+
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THE THIRD MIND
The brainchild of Grammy award-winning songwriter/guitarist Dave Alvin and veteran alternative music bassist Victor Krummenacher (Camper Van Beethoven, Monks of Doom, Eyelids), The Third Mind began with studio recordings also featuring Jesse Sykes from her critically acclaimed group, Jesse Sykes and The Sweet Hereafter, drummer Michael Jerome (Richard Thompson, Better Than Ezra, John Cale), guitarist David Immerglück (Counting Crows, Monks of Doom, Camper Van Beethoven), with special guest, legendary LA musician, Willie Aron on Keys. 

Live, The Third Mind present their psychedelic improv performances with the addition of guitarist Mark Karan (Bob Weir's Ratdog, Phil Lesh, Delaney Bramlett) subbing for Immerglück.

Moe's Alley presents an amazing double bill with Toubab Krewe and lespecial!

Friday, March 20, 2026
Doors: 8pm / Show: 9pm
$25 in advance / $30 day of the show
21+

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TOUBAB KREWE
Some music cannot be found on a map or within iTunes categories. Some music is so original it seems snatched from the great, invisible substrata that runs below all human activity, a sound aching to be born without a flag or fixed allegiance – free, questing, overflowing with immediate, tangible life. This is the music of Toubab Krewe, the vibrant Asheville, NC-based instrumental powerhouse that creates a sonic Pangaea that lustily swirls together rock, African traditions, jam sensibilities, international folk strains and more. While nearly impossible to put into any box, it takes only a few moments to realize in a very palpable way that one is face-to-face with a true original who recognizes no borders in a march towards a muscular, original, globally switched-on sound.

LESPECIAL

lespecial is redefining the term “power trio”. The multi-instrumentalists from Connecticut continue to push the boundaries of what a three-piece band is capable of both live and in the studio ahead of their latest album, “Odd Times”. The band’s signature blend of “heavy future groove” combines headbanging metal riffage and surgical rhythmic precision with bone shaking 808s, sub synths and ethereal vocal stylings for a dance floor that welcomes moshing, dancing and hip swaying alike. Listeners are taken on a journey to the musical netherworld through esoteric soundscapes punctuated by raw, primal power.

Odd Times, lespecial’s darkest and heaviest record to date, is an enigmatic and compelling musical project that explores the ever-changing nature of time amidst isolation. With heavy riffs, tribal drumming, and hints of levity, it's a captivating journey crafted in collaboration with Havok's David Sanchez. An intriguing blend of old-school metal and modern djent-inspired riffage awaits in this haunting sonic experience.

The 4th annual Coffis Space is coming to Moe's with two days of music, food, art and more, featuring performances from The Coffis Brothers and Taylor Rae on Saturday night. Vendors include Lili Arnold Studios, Plants by Joseph Covey, Huxal Mezcal, S.A.G.E. Collective and The Multi Shoppe. 

Saturday, March 21, 2026 (Night 1)
Doors: 7pm / Show: 8pm
$25 in advance / $30 day of the show
21+
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THE COFFIS BROTHERS
With two songwriters, six albums, and more than a thousand shows under their belt, The Coffis Brothers have earned their reputation as modern-day torchbearers of all-American rock & roll. It's a sound caught halfway between amplified Americana, acoustic folk, roadhouse R&B, and electrifying roots music, crafted by a pair of California-born siblings who've been sharing the stage since childhood, and the five piece band filled out by their childhood friend, Kyle Poppen on lead guitar, and the rhythm section of Aidan Collins (bass), and Cory Graves (drums).

That sound reaches a new peak with Kaw-fis Bruth-urs. The band's third collaboration with Bay Area legend (and longtime Mother Hips frontman) Tim Bluhm, who serves as the album's producer, Kaw-fis Bruth-urs finds Jamie and Kellen Coffis letting their guard down, enjoying the creative ride as much as the destination itself. For every signature-sounding song like "Cut Right Through" — a heartland rock anthem built for highway drives and long horizons, as sunny as the band's Golden State homeland and as hook-driven as a Tom Petty classic — there's another track that stretches the band's sound into new territory. The result is The Coffis Brothers' widest-ranging album yet, running the gamut from bluesy, blue-eyed soul ("Face the Music") to jangling, harmony-heavy power pop (“Do You Want To").

TAYLOR RAE
Taylor Rae spent years touring behind Mad Twenties, the career-launching debut album that spent more than 30 weeks on the Americana Radio charts. While the album's lead single, "Home on the Road," climbed into the Top 10, Rae kept the pedal glued to the metal, driving herself from show to show, watching America unfold outside the car windshield. With her second release, The Void, she takes her eyes off the road and turns her attention inward instead. Produced by Grammy winner Eric Krasno, The Void celebrates the contradictory and complementary parts of the human experience, exploring life's dark corners — from breakups to intergenerational trauma — with a colorful mix of roadhouse roots-rock, modern-day folk, alternative music, blues, and analog Americana. These are the most personal and introspective songs of her career, written by a road warrior who remains dedicated to the long haul… but is taking the time to appreciate the journey, too.
 

The 4th annual Coffis Space is coming to Moe's with two days of music, food, art and more, featuring performances from The Coffis Brothers, Dead Winter Carpenters and McCoy Tyler! Vendors include Lili Arnold Studios, Plants by Joseph Covey, Huxal Mexcal and The Multi Shoppe. 

Sunday, March 22, 2026 (Day 2)
Doors: 2pm / Show: 3pm
$25 in advance / $30 day of the show
21+
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THE COFFIS BROTHERS

With two songwriters, six albums, and more than a thousand shows under their belt, The Coffis Brothers have earned their reputation as modern-day torchbearers of all-American rock & roll. It's a sound caught halfway between amplified Americana, acoustic folk, roadhouse R&B, and electrifying roots music, crafted by a pair of California-born siblings who've been sharing the stage since childhood, and the five piece band filled out by their childhood friend, Kyle Poppen on lead guitar, and the rhythm section of Aidan Collins (bass), and Cory Graves (drums).

That sound reaches a new peak with Kaw-fis Bruth-urs. The band's third collaboration with Bay Area legend (and longtime Mother Hips frontman) Tim Bluhm, who serves as the album's producer, Kaw-fis Bruth-urs finds Jamie and Kellen Coffis letting their guard down, enjoying the creative ride as much as the destination itself. For every signature-sounding song like "Cut Right Through" — a heartland rock anthem built for highway drives and long horizons, as sunny as the band's Golden State homeland and as hook-driven as a Tom Petty classic — there's another track that stretches the band's sound into new territory. The result is The Coffis Brothers' widest-ranging album yet, running the gamut from bluesy, blue-eyed soul ("Face the Music") to jangling, harmony-heavy power pop (“Do You Want To"). 

DEAD WINTER CARPENTERS
Hailing from North Lake Tahoe, CA, americana/roots rock band Dead Winter Carpenters has built a reputation for pouring their heart and soul into each performance. Celebrating 15 years on the road in 2025, the band has worked hard to position themselves, wrote Portland Metronome, “at the forefront of a youthful generation trying to redefine what string music is and what it can do.” That progressive nature shines through loud and clear on the band’s latest release “Sinners ‘n’ Freaks.” The 5-song EP is DWC’s fifth studio effort and is a celebration of the hard roads previously traveled and the road that lies ahead. Recorded at Baxter’s Ranch in Auburn, CA, the band found a masterful ally with a keen ear and sensibility in studio owner/engineer Matt Baxter. Born of an organic, roots based approach, Sinners ‘n’ Freaks rings true to the Sierra Nevada foothills.

Moe's Alley presents Kyle Smith with special guests Fayuca and Amp Melo! 

Thursday, March 26, 2026
Doors: 7pm / Show: 8pm
$20 in advance / $25 day of the show 
Limited VIP tickets available for $100
21+

VIP includes: GA ticket, Private Acoustic Set (2-3 songs), Signed Poster, VIP Laminate, Kyle Smith Bag, Stickers, koozie & Photo with Kyle.
 

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Moe's Alley presents the return of The Motet with special guest Michael Wilbur!

Saturday, March 28, 2026
Doors: 8pm / Show: 9pm
$30 in advance / $35 day of the show
21+
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THE MOTET
A new beginning can happen at any time. No matter where you may be on your journey, you can always start over once again.

After 26 years, nine albums, and over a thousand shows, The Motet embark on another chapter galvanized in equal measure by their longstanding bond and a surge of fresh energy. The genre-breaking group—Dave Watts [drums], Joey Porter [keys], Garrett Sayers [bass], Drew Sayers [keys, saxophone], and Ryan Jalbert [guitar]—officially welcome Sarah Clarke [lead vocals] to the family. Their inimitable instrumental interplay proves just as fiery as ever, while her addition only fuels their collective flame higher.

MICHAEL WILBUR
Michael Wilbur is an internationally touring saxophonist and multi-instrumentalist from Brockton, Massachusetts. He has redefined dance music with raw brass energy and genre-defying innovation. 

Mastering the saxophone for nearly three decades and performing professionally worldwide 16 years, Wilbur co-founded Moon Hooch, the pioneering two-saxophone-led dance band that ignited a brass/sax revolution. Rising from NYC subway busking to global stages, they've headlined festivals and played in over 20 countries, blending explosive EDM, jazz, hip-hop, soul, and house into unstoppable grooves.

Moe's Alley welcomes back acclaimed singer/songwriter Marty O'Reilly (trio)!

Thursday, April 2, 2026
Doors: 7pm / Show: 8pm
$25 in advance / $30 day of the show
21+

Tickets on sale Friday, Jan. 23rd at 10am PT

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MARTY O'REILLY
Marty O’Reilly crafts timeless music that’s raw, soulful, and deeply rooted in Americana. Inspired by legends like Woody Guthrie, Howlin’ Wolf, and Sister Rosetta Thorpe, his sound captivates and connects. Known for his cathartic live performances, ranging from soft and haunting to wild and electric, Marty’s songs delve into love, loss, and connection. Over years of relentless touring, he’s built a dedicated following, performing with artists like Shakey Graves and at festivals like Bottlerock. Honest and real, Marty’s music stays with you long after you hear it.
 

Moe's Alley presents the return of Silverada! 

Friday, April 3, 2026
Doors: 8pm / Show: 9pm
$22 in advance / $27 day of the show
21+

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SILVERADA 
Mike Harmeier was still in his early 20s when he formed the band now known as Silverada. From the start, they were the definition of a workingman's country band, cutting their teeth with five-hour sets on Austin's dancehall circuit before spreading their music to the rest of America. By the early 2020s, they'd become global ambassadors of homegrown Texas music, flying their flag everywhere from Abbey Road Studios (where they recorded 2019's Cheap Silver & Solid Country Gold with help from the London Symphony Orchestra) to the Grand Ole Opry. 

The band's newest self-titled album, 'Silverada', marks a new chapter in the band's history. It's not just the title of the boldest release of the group's critically-acclaimed career; it's also the name of the reinvigorated band itself. 

"Back in the day, all we wanted to do was play the Broken Spoke,” says Harmeier, nodding to the hometown honky-tonk in Austin, TX, where Silverada began sowing the seeds for a sound that mixed timeless twang with modern-day dynamics. "We had different aspirations back then. We were still figuring out what kind of band we were gonna be, and that took a lot of time and a lot of records.” 

A lot of records, indeed. Silverada marks the group's ninth release, and it balances the strengths they've accumulated along the way — sharp, detailed songwriting that bounces between autobiographical sketches and character studies; gorgeous swells of pedal steel that drift through the songs like weather; a rhythm section capable of country shuffles, hard-charging rock & roll tempos, and everything in between – with a willingness to break old rules and open new doors. "Radio Wave" is a roots-rock anthem for the highway and the heartland, peppered with Springsteen-worthy hooks and War On Drugs-inspired atmospherics. "Eagle Rare” launches the band into outer space during its explosive middle section, which the band improvised in the recording studio. "Stay By My Side" showcases Silverada's road-warrior credentials the band recorded the track live during a tour across the American Southeast, capturing it in a single take at Capricorn Sound Studios in Macon, Georgia while "Wallflower" blends the organic with the otherworldly, finding room for harmonized guitar solos, driving disco beats, and 808 percussion.

Moe's Alley presents Los Lobos co-founder César Rosas backed by Central Coast favorites Los Survivors!

Saturday, April 4, 2026
Doors: 7pm / Show: 8pm
$40 in advance / $45 day of the show
21+

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CÉSAR ROSAS
World-renowned guitarist, singer, and songwriter César Rosas, co-founder of the Grammy Award-winning band Los Lobos, is coming to the Central Coast for a series of special performances — and he’s bringing Los Survivors with him as his official backing band. This unique collaboration unites Rosas’s legendary East L.A. rock and soul sound with the Central Coast’s own powerhouse rhythm ensemble, promising an unforgettable live experience.

César Rosas is celebrated internationally for his distinctive guitar style, gritty vocals, and songwriting that helped make Los Lobos one of the most influential American bands of the past four decades. With hits like La Bamba, Will the Wolf Survive?, and Come On, Let’s Go, Rosas and Los Lobos have earned multiple Grammy Awards, widespread critical acclaim, and a permanent place in rock and roll history. His collaboration with Los Survivors offers audiences a rare opportunity to experience his artistry in an intimate setting, supported by a band that embodies the same passion and cultural roots.

LOS SURVIVORS
Los Survivors represent the best of the soul, Latin, and Central Coast music traditions — soulful, passionate, and rooted in community. With their versatile repertoire and dynamic stage presence, they continue to bring people together through the universal power of music.
 

(((folkYEAH!))) presents Drugdealer!

Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Doors: 7pm / Show: 8pm
$30
21+

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DRUGDEALER
A veteran of the L.A. psychedelic scene, Michael Collins turns the trippiness down to a slow boil for his Drugdealer project. Built around his smooth keyboard playing and plangent soft rock melodies, the band re-creates the laid-back sound and vibe of Laurel Canyon of the '70s, while also sounding as technically pure as a studio full of session players.
 

Moe's Alley presents Portland's own country cowpunk heroes Jenny Don't and The Spurs!

Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Doors: 7pm / Show: 8pm
$17 in advance / $22 day of the show
21+

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JENNY DON'T AND THE SPURS
Jenny Don't and the Spurs have spent over a decade forging their own path in music, pioneering a unique brand of high-energy Country Western that captivates fans from the traditional Western scene to the raw energy of garage rock. Their captivating stage presence, infectious enthusiasm, and extensive discography have garnered them a global following, leading to tours on continents rarely visited by country bands.
 Jenny Don't, known for her strong-willed and independent nature, embodies the authentic outlaw spirit of Country Western music. Her songwriting, influenced by the contrasting landscapes of the Pacific Northwest and Southwestern desert, forms the bedrock of their sound. The band skillfully merges their garage-rock origins with a distinct western flair, characterized by driving tempos, gritty fuzz tones, and a high-octane, rockin' western delivery that sets them apart from the herd. Their music authentically captures the outlaw spirit, with hints of gritty surf like Dick Dale, while paying homage to classic country legends like Johnny Paycheck and George Jones.
Now with Buddy Weeks on drums, the band continues to showcase their resilience and fresh energy. Bass player Kelly Halliburton and lead guitarist Christopher March, whose reverb-drenched tones echo the haunting allure of the desert night sky, round out the core. Jenny Don't and the Spurs are dedicated to crafting memorable and authentic music, pulling from a variety of genres to emphasize authenticity over conformity. As Jenny says, "We've got a lot of open road ahead of us." 

Much like the rhinestones on their custom outfits, handcrafted by Jenny herself, the band shines brightly, illustrating their dedication to creating memorable and authentic music.
 

Moe's Alley presents Satsang (solo) for his "The Story of You 10 Year Anniversary Tour" with special guest Joey Harkum (solo)!

Thursday, April 16, 2026
Doors: 7pm / Show: 8pm
$25 in advance / $30 day of the show / $75 for VIP
21+
*Tickets on sale Friday, November 21st at 10am PT*

VIP ticket includes:
One general admission ticket
Early venue entry
Intimate soundcheck performance by Satsang (Solo)
Q&A session with Satsang
Collectible tour poster, signed by Satsang
Commemorative pre-show tour laminate
Limited availability

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SATSANG
Drawing inspiration from a diverse array of musical traditions, Satsang's sound is characterized by rich harmonies, infectious rhythms, and thought-provoking lyrics that resonate with audiences across the globe. With roots in the mountains of Montana, Satsang's music reflects the natural beauty and spiritual depth of his surroundings, while also addressing contemporary issues and themes.

At the heart of Satsang's music is a message of unity, self work, and mindfulness. Through the uplifting melodies and introspective lyrics, the music encourages listeners to reflect on their own experiences, cultivate positive change, and embrace the interconnectedness of all beings.

With a reputation for captivating live performances and a dedicated fan base, Satsang continues to inspire audiences with his soul-stirring music and heartfelt lyrics. Whether performing at intimate venues or large festivals, the show's infectious energy and profound message leave a lasting impression on all who hear it.
In a world that often feels divided, Satsang offers a beacon of hope and positivity. Reminding us all of the transformative power of music, intention, and community.

JOEY HARKUM
For his entire life Joey Harkum has been strumming a guitar and after a decade of touring as the lead singer and songwriter of Baltimore-based band Pasadena, he released his debut solo album, Love and Labor, to critical acclaim in 2016. Along with a relentless touring schedule Joey has most recently been working on his 5th studio album One Foot In The Grave' which released on August 22nd 2025. The album saw a cross country tour to support the release extending from fall into winter.

Known for his deep and poignant lyrics telling stories of joy, love, loss and sadness, Joey brings the human experience to life through his relentless tour schedule that culminated in the release of Live at Buffalo Iron Works in 2018. 2020 brought new challenges but Joey responded with writing and recording new music and released his album Storyboard in March of 2021. Immediately following the release of Storyboard, he started work on his follow up album Salt and Tar which was released in spring 2022 and followed by his 4th studio album The Art Of Revenge which was released in March of 2024. Catch him on tour now or online at joeyharkummusic.com.

(((folkYEAH!))) presents legendary alt-indie rock band Throwing Muses with special guest Artsick.

Saturday, April 18, 2026
Doors: 8pm / Show: 9pm
$30 in advance / $35 day of the show
21+ 

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THROWING MUSES
Throwing Muses released their new album ‘Moonlight Concessions’ in 2025 via Fire Records. The album follows their acclaimed ‘Sun Racket’ from 2020, a heady set filled with tough and tender tales spiked with surreal imagery. ‘Moonlight Concessions’ goes back to basics, a return for Throwing Muses to their esoteric off-kilter best courtesy of Kristin Hersh’s pin-sharp sketches and their suitably abrasive musical arrangements, a collection of snippets from everyday life writ large – think Raymond Carver Short Cuts, overheard conversations, recounted happenings and telling one-liners, all sewed together to illustrate the times as they slowly mature, fully peppered with original Muses’ vim and vigour. Following a string of packed shows across Europe in Spring and Summer 2025, These shows are Throwing Muses'  first U.S. appearances in over a decade.

With nearly 40 years of Muses-history behind her, Kristin Hersh continues to be one of the most compelling voices in American rock — a fiercely original songwriter and a magnetic live performer.
 

Moe's Alley presents the return of blues guitar afficionado Roy Rogers & The Delta Rhythm Kings celebrating the release of "The Sky's the Limit"!

Sunday, April 19, 2026
Doors: 3pm / Show: 4pm
$35 in advance / $40 day of the show
21+

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ROY ROGERS & THE DELTA RHYTHM KINGS

“Rogers is one of the best slide guitarists on the planet.” — New Orleans Times-Picayune & NOLA The Advocate

“Roy Rogers means the modern master in the art of slide guitar. His versatility with the technique is nothing short of astonishing.” — All Music Guide

“That’s not a slide on Roy Rogers’ pinky, it’s a time machine. With it, Rogers transports you to the Mississippi Delta’s past and future.” — Guitar Player

Roy Rogers is considered one of the world’s preeminent master Delta slide guitarists.  With over 20 recordings to his credit, Rogers has garnered 8 Grammy nominations for producing, as a recording artist, and as a songwriter.  His collaborations have garnered major media accolades globally for producing critically acclaimed Grammy nominated recordings for John Lee Hooker and Ramblin' Jack Elliott, as well as collaborations with Bonnie Raitt, Carlos Santana, Bela Fleck, Allan Toussaint, Sammy Hagar & Ray Manzarek among others. He is known worldwide for his searing performances that have been named a festival favorites at New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, Notoddon in Norway, North Sea Jazz Festival in Holland, Montreux in Switzerland, Pistoia in Italy as well as North American festivals in Canada & the United States, having performed worldwide for more than four decades.

(((folkYEAH!))) presents a Sunday afternoon, heavy rock banger with Acid King and Mammatus!

Sunday, April 26, 2026
Doors: 3pm / Show: 4pm
$28 in advance / $32 day of the show
21+
 

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ACID KING
Adopting the nickname of notorious teenage slayer Ricky Kasso, Acid King came screaming out of San Francisco in 1993 with a sound that fused heavy ’70s proto-metal with the kind of bleary, slow- rolling dirge power being harnessed by their contemporaries in Sleep and Electric Wizard.

MAMMATUS
Formed by brothers Nicky and Aaron Emmert in 2005, Mammatus has spent two decades evolving with a deliberate focus that mirrors the slow, certain growth of the landscapes they inhabit. Deeply rooted in the Santa Cruz mountains, the band—comprising the Emmert brothers and bassist/synthesist Chris Freels—has forged a creative identity inseparable from the geography of the Pacific coast. Their music is an extension of the ancient stillness of the redwood forests, the crushing power of the sea, and the transition of the blue sky into the infinite black of space. Over the last twenty years, Mammatus has moved away from the frantic pace of the modern music industry, opting instead for a path of mindful, glacial precision. This commitment to a patient creative process ensures that their output is a direct reflection of a life lived in observation of the natural world, a philosophy that reached its most recent height in their expansive 2023 work, Expanding Majesty.

(((folkYEAH!))) presents psych-pop band Dumbo Gets Mad!

Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Doors: 7pm / Show: 8pm
$22 in advance / $25 day of the show
21+

*Ticket on sale Friday, Feb. 6th at 10am PT*

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DUMBO GETS MAD
Dumbo Gets Mad is a psychedelic pop project founded in 2011 by Luca Bergomi, a songwriter, producer, and sound designer from Emilia.

The name of the project is inspired by the scene Pink Elephants on Parade, one of the most famous, surreal, and psychedelic sequences in Disney's Dumbo (1941). It is a metaphor for the childlike spirit that confronts and confuses the absurd.

Initially conceived as a duo with Carlotta Menozzi, the project stems from the artist's free vision, which unpredictably and playfully mixes styles, voices, languages, and genres filtered through his own taste. 

Moe's Alley presents The Brothers Comatose! This time the party is moving to the historic Rio Theatre!

The Rio Theatre – 1205 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz

Friday, May 8, 2026
Doors: 7pm / Show: 8pm
$30 in advance / $35 day of the show
All ages
*Adult beverages available with ID!*

Tickets on sale Friday, Jan. 16th at 10am PT

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THE BROTHERS COMATOSE
Fusing old school string band instrumentation with rock and roll exuberance, The Brothers Comatose cement their status as standard bearers of a thriving, innovative West Coast roots movement on their intoxicating new album, Golden Grass. Recorded with co-producers Greg Holden and Tim Bluhm, the collection is as diverse and enthralling as the California landscape itself—at times carefree and breezy, at times wild and rugged—with lush, organic arrangements full of rich vocal harmonies and driving guitar, fiddle, banjo, mandolin, and upright bass. While the record marks the group’s first release with newest member Addie Levy, the result is quintessential Brothers Comatose: a warm, joyful reflection on identity and the ties that bind from a band that knows exactly who they are (and exactly where they come from).

Founded by Ben and Alex Morrison in 2008, The Brothers Comatose first emerged from San Francisco with their 2010 debut, Songs From The Stoop, which helped earn dates with the likes of Gillian Welch & David Rawlings, Greensky Bluegrass, and Trampled By Turtles. In the decade-and-a-half that followed, the critically acclaimed quintet would go on to release five more full-length LPs, rack up nearly 50 million streams, land festival slots at Outside Lands, High Sierra, and Hardly Strictly Bluegrass, tour with Lake Street Dive, The Devil Makes Three, and Yonder Mountain String Band, and build up a devoted following thanks to their raucous live shows and relentless schedule.
 

(((folkYEAH!))) presents The Heavy Heavy with special guest Lou Hazel!

Friday, May 15, 2026
Doors: 8pm / Show: 9pm
$25 in advance / $30 day of the show
21+

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THE HEAVY HEAVY
With the arrival of their debut EP Life and Life Only, The Heavy Heavy immediately filled a longtime void in the musical landscape, delivering a soulful breed of rock & roll untouched by modern artifice. As audiences across the globe grew enchanted with their era-bending sound, the UK-based band began selling out headline shows in major cities like New York and Chicago, opening for the likes of Black Pumas and Band of Horses, and earning critical comparisons to Jefferson Airplane, The Band, The Mamas & The Papas, and more—all with only a handful of songs to their name, including the AAA radio top five singles “Miles and Miles” and “Go Down River.” After spending the past two years on the road and in the studio, The Heavy Heavy now draw listeners even deeper into their dreamworld with their long-awaited debut album One Of A Kind.

LOU HAZEL
Northern Appalachian roots. Durham, NC grounding. Lou Hazel makes sparse, poetic folk for those who had to teach themselves how to listen. His latest record, Riot of the Red, traces the road between disquiet and stillness.
 

Moe's Alley presents Cimafunk! 

Sunday, May 17, 2026
Doors: 7pm / Show: 8pm
$30 in advance / $35 day of the show
21+

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CIMAFUNK
With a name and image that pays tribute to the Cimarrons — Cubans of African descent that resisted slavery — and music and showmanship that re-embodies funk legends from the last century, the medical-school student turned funk artist has developed into a musical force crafting the sonic future of the island and a global, cultural phenomenon that unites and celebrates blackness across borders, oceans and languages. Performing with La Tribu (The Tribe), his 9-piece band from Havana, Cimafunk has electrified global audiences on massive stages and worldwide temples of music, making a name for himself as one of the great showmen of today. After three consecutive Grammy nominations, a Latin Grammy nomination for "Record of the Year" and becoming the first Cuban born artist to play Coachella, you can find Cimafunk at New Orleans Jazz Fest, performing at the Kennedy Center Honors, lighting up NPR's Tiny Desk, rocking stages in Japan or Australia, or hanging with the Godfather of Funk George Clinton.
 

Moe's Alley presents the return of The Darts celebrating the release of their new record "Halloween Love Songs" with special guests SERVICE and The Hellflowers!

Friday. May 29, 2026
Doors: 7:30pm / Show: 8:30pm
$18 in advance / $23 day of the show
21+

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THE DARTS
Garage-punk-rock grrls will make your head slam and your feet shake. And then there's the music.

SERVICE
S-E-R-V-I-C-E is a rock and roll band for fans of The Fall, The Stooges, Ike and Tina, bad taste, Bukowski, ranch water, and standing in line reading tabloids at the supermarket. Writing the second record. S-E-R-V-I-C-E is Russell Simins, Jilly Weiss, Brandon Beaver, Erica Strout, and Tony Ash.

THE HELLFLOWERS
Formed in 2015 in Los Angeles by Christina and Matt Eskew, The Hellflowers blend the melodic strength of Blondie and The Pretenders with the raw, infectious energy of The Ramones and The Clash.
 

Moe's Alley presents SoCal punk rock legends Agent Orange with special guests The Drowns!

Friday, June 5, 2026
Doors: 7:30pm / Show: 8:30pm
$22 in advance / $27 day of the show
21+

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AGENT ORANGE
The Original Southern California Punk/Surf Power Trio, Agent Orange, is one of only a handful of bands who have been continually active since the earliest days of the West Coast Punk Scene.

A small circle of musical rebels who came together to form a movement, they took their place front and center to experience and participate in the explosion of now legendary underground music that was created during the golden era of American Punk Rock.

C’mon down front and expose yourself to Agent Orange.Being the first to combine the melodic California surf guitar sound with the frantic energy of punk, Agent Orange invented the formula that would come to define the Orange County punk sound. Highly influential to many of the bands who have followed in their path, Agent Orange have always stayed one step ahead.

Their strong connection to the Action Sports world has resulted in their music providing the soundtrack to numerous major motion pictures, video games, surf and skate films, television, and live sports events.

The last of the true independents, Agent Orange have managed to stay true to their roots, while always moving forward. Powered by a loyal following built up through years of explosive live performances all over the world, Agent Orange continue to deliver their Fullblown-Supercharged-Punk-Surf Sound on an international basis, with a never ending schedule of tours in the United States, Canada, South America, Europe, Australia, and Japan.

THE DROWNS
Like an abandoned T-Rex record found tattered in a gutter, The Drowns amp-up and tear down classic blues based rock riffage and drag it kicking and screaming into modern punk streets. Marrying rough and raw with catchy and bouncy, The Drowns bark thoughtful and relevant lyricism over foot stomping, fist pumping punk rock anthems that get your heart pumping faster than a defibrillator. 

Featuring former members of Dee Dee Ramone’s band, Time Again, Success, Stone Sour, Madcap, Black Star Riders, The Chelsea Smiles, Strychnine Babies, and CMFT, their live show has garnered them a reputation of unspeakable legend. With a relentless thirst for touring, they are soon to be bringing down the property value in a town near you.

DO NOT miss out on seeing them live.

Moe's Alley Presents soulful, country rock favorites The Alex Lucero Band! 

Sunday, June 7, 2026
Doors: 7pm / Show: 8pm
$20 in advance / $25 day of the show
21+

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THE ALEX LUCERO BAND
The Alex Lucero Band is a “Country Soul” touring act based out of Santa Cruz, CA. They have been hand selected and placed on multiple curated Spotify playlists and have also received awards on The Roots Soul/ R&B Charts for their original compositions. Their wide array of material and super tight band dynamics have made them a tremendous addition to venues and festivals around the US and Europe.

Since the beginning of his musical ventures, front man and writer,  Alex Lucero, has independently released 6 full length albums. Five of which are with the full band (previously named Live Again) and one solo album recorded and produced by his good friend Adam Patterson of The Expendables fame.