There are a handful of people in San Diego who are truly devoted to the music scene. They're in it for the long haul, whether their time and efforts get noticed or not, all for the love and belief in the strength of local music. Catheryn Beeks is one such person, and week after week, she puts together music showcases around town. These are mostly acoustic shows, and because she gives everyone a chance, you might see some great new talent destined for stardom play alongside a guitar hobbyist who just wants to play some songs for a small crowd. The loyal crowd she has developed is a welcoming family of fans and musicians, and her Local Brews Local Grooves nights stand out as something fun and different to do, especially if you're on a budget (they're always free).
Tuesday, Dec. 20:
- Local Brews Local Grooves presents Whitton, James Morris, the Mickie Arnett Band, the Prizms, the Fynd @ House of Blues Delta Stage
- Just Like Jenna, Divided By Design, Mold @ Soda Bar
- John Craigie, Midnight Parade, Universal Trap @ Tin Can
- Tomcat Courtney @ La Gran Tapa
- Trashin' Tuesdays @ The Shakedown Bar
- Tiki Tuesday, with the Wally Bunting Show, featuring DJ Wendy O'Rourke @ Bar Pink
- Nate Jarrell Jazz Quintet, DJ Groundfloor @ El Dorado
- Yeah Buddy Tuesdays, with Suicide High Fives @ Eleven
- West Side Inflection: A Riviera Jazz Quartet @ Riviera Supper Club
- Darkwave Garden @ Club Kadan
- Deck the Halls, with the Anthology House Band @ Anthology
- Tori Roze presents Ruby Tuesday @ Ruby Room
- Charles Burton @ Humphreys Backstage Live
- Train of Thought @ Queen Bee's
- Big Slim & the Blues Invaders @ Patrick's Gaslamp Pub
- Psydecar @ Winston's
- North Coast Strings/New Horizons Band Holiday Concert @ Museum of Making Music
- Tommy Price & the Stilettos @ Henry's Pub
- Doug Allen @ The Kraken
- Richard James Trio with Elizabeth Dreyfuss @ Croce's
- Warren LaPlante @ Davina's Cabo Grill
- Friends Chill @ Whistle Stop
- Laguna @ McP's Irish Pub
Rosemary Bystrak writes about the San Diego music scene, events and general musings about life in San Diego on San Diego: Dialed In. Follow her updates on Twitter or contact her directly.
