If you missed the Dresden Dolls last week, or if you arrived late, you missed the magic of Jason Webley. The solo artist commanded the stage with his accordion and stomping platform, and every song he played captivated the audience. He returns tonight at the tiny Park Gallery and should definitely blow you away if you allow yourself to be taken away. Adam and Eves will set the stage for Webley.
After that show, head down to the Casbah for a solid local lineup or get some late-night bites over at West Coast Tavern as you enjoy the tunes from Jesse LaMonaca. Yes, I keep talking about his shows and am responsible for repeatedly booking him, but it is only because he is so compelling that I'm trying to spread the gospel. I'm reminded of days at Inner Change seeing an unknown songstress named Jewel or being at Java Joe's and watching an unknown named Jason Mraz. Jesse is that good and you'll be able to say you saw him when...and the show is free.
Thursday, Jan. 6:
- Jesse LaMonaca @ West Coast Tavern
- Adam and Eves, Jason Webley @ Park Gallery
- A Scribe Amidst the Lions, Black Hondo, the Mashtis @ Casbah
- Sky Held Sun, Shawn Rohlf and the Buskers, Three Chord Justice @ Belly Up
- Displaced, the Black Beverly Heels @ Eleven
- Art in the Park @ Soda Bar
- The Color Palette, DJ Shoeshine @ Tin Can
- Riviera Jazz Jam @ Riviera Supper Club
- Fractophone, Schmaltz, the Dirty Legs @ Ruby Room
- Johnny Swim @ Lestat's
- Daniele Spadavecchia @ The Office
- Delta Nove, DJ OSaL8 @ Winston's
- Rhythm Method, DJ Swoll @ Coyote Bar & Grill
- Califarians @ RT's Longboard Grill
- Natural Heights @ Hennessey's Carlsbad
- Monette Marino-Keita, Mamady Keita and the Tribal Energy Dance Troupe @ Anthology
- Soul Jazz @ Croce's
- Moonlight Serenade Orchestra @ The Lucky Star Restaurant (54th & University)
- Metro @ Humphreys Backstage Live
- Worst Music Ever @ Whistle Stop
- The Flock of '80s @ Henry's Pub
- All Things Rad/James Brown Tribute & Super Soul Revue, DJs Profile & Iron Mike @ El Dorado
- Missy Andersen @ Marble Room
- La Douleur Exquise, featuring RAG, Amanda Carrington and the House of Dynasty, Shane B Baker @ Brass Rail
- The Hula Guns, the Getdown, She's My Cassette @ Boar Cross'n
- The Fabulous Pelicans @ Valley View Casino
- TRC Sound System, 7 Seal Dub Band @ Gallagher's
- Live Band Karaoke @ 710 Beach Club
Rosemary Bystrak writes about the San Diego music scene, events, and sometimes whatever creeps into her head on her music blog San Diego: Dialed In. Check it for even more listings. She also provides social media content for the Casbah. Follow her updates at twitter.com/sddialedin or submit your music listings.
