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The concept is born in Tijuana in 2006, after two of its members, Jesus (guitar and vocals) and Victor (drums, vocals) meet after having shared the stage for several years. In this innovative project adheres later Luis (bass) an Manuel (saxophone) to create a new style called "The Califas Style", a mixture of Ska / Reggae / Punk / Alternative with the distinctive touch of what is now Palos Verdes. They have performed in various important local music festivals in Tijuana as FestiArte 2009 (2010 and 11), Entijuanarte 2009 (and 2010), Hard Rock Cafe, El Foro, Box Underground, Plaza Monumental, Berlin Bar, just to name a few. In 2011, they released their first album named "Tj Califas Style". And since then it has been a local success in Tijuana. People recognize them and think they are succeeding based on hard work, effort and dedication. They are actually in recording sessions of their second album "Tj Califas Style vol.2" that would be released on june 2015 Palos Verdes has performed in music festivals and local bars in Mexico D.F, LOS ANGELES.CA, RIVERSIDE, SAN FRANCISCO, YUMA AZ, SAN DIEGO, Mexicali, Tecate, Ensenada and Rosarito Beach.

Reggae/Island, Punk/Ska, Rock

DJ Danny Aon/Aon Events

Club & Wedding/Events DJ and Emcee. I am a full-time DJ with over 10 years experience and hundreds of successful events and happy clients! Brief Bio: I have been a full time DJ for over 10 years, and am very passionate about music and DJing. I started DJing in Los Angeles around 2009, where I focused on club DJing and competitive DJing. After moving to San Diego in 2013, I started focusing more on mobile events and weddings, and started my own mobile DJ business - Aon Events. Since that time, I have become one of the most popular mobile DJs in the city (as well as maintaining a busy weekly club schedule as well), and in 2019 booked over 125 events/gigs. We only use the best in sound, lighting, and DJ equipment to make sure every event looks and sounds amazing. I really believe that in order to be a truly well rounded DJ and a professional, a DJ needs to perform in both club and mobile situations, and should have excellent MC ability (as well as a fun engaging personality!). As an open format DJ, I love mixing all styles of music together and really connecting with guests and dance floors. I strive to deliver exceptional service and to exceed the expectations of all clients. Contact me to see how I can help make your event a huge success! Why hire a part time DJ when you can hire a full-time, highly rated, professional DJ?! Genres: All styles - Top 40, Dance, House (deep/tropical/indie), Hip Hop (new and classic), Remixes, Latin, Country. Current Weekly Residencies: Pechanga Casino (Temecula - Round Bar, Kelsey's, & The Eagles Nest), The Alley (Carlsbad), Coyote Bar & Grill (Carlsbad), Eastsbound Bar & Grill (Lakeside), Uptown Tavern (Hillcrest).

Pop, Dance, Electronic

San Diego-based pianist Ed Kornhauser holds a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies from San Diego State University. His debut album “The Short Years” was released in November, 2020, featuring a quartet and all original compositions. It was nominated for ‘Album of the Year’ and ‘Best Jazz Album’ at the 2021 San Diego Music Awards. Working as a freelance musician in the greater San Diego area, Ed can be found backing a variety of local musicians and playing a diverse selection of music. He works equally regularly as a solo pianist as well as in group settings, and can put together a group based on the needs of the event. As an accompanist, he can be heard regularly behind several vocalists including Leonard Patton and Whitney Shay. He is the staff accompanist at Unity Way Church in Vista, CA, and plays frequently at private and public events. Ed also plays for The Matt Smith Neu Jazz Trio (stylized as themattsmithneujazztrio) along with drummer Matt Smith and bassist Mackenzie Leighton. He is featured on all three releases: “Shorthanded” (2013), “RETROgrade” (2016), and “I.Am.Calm” (2017), the last of which feature saxophonist Dayna Stephens and trumpeter Curtis Taylor. Both “RETROgrade” and “I.Am.Calm” were produced by Grammy award-winning producer Kamau Kenyatta.

Jazz, Latin/World, Pop

Bio- "Dylan Holt aka Cooley Blue is an American singer songwriter and funk blues guitarist. He picked up an electric guitar after falling in love with the sounds of distortion and the feeling of plucking strings at age twelve. His father put a microphone in front of him and influenced him to begin singing and playing at the same time. He began producing music as a teenager and in 2020 released two albums under the Le Blu project. The debut LP "Finding My Way" was nominated for best funk, soul, r&b album for the San Diego Music Awards. Whether it be electric or acoustic, Cooley Blue can be seen performing live looping jazzy riffs and covering songs from classic rock to top 40. A native of Southern California, Cooley Blue could be mistaken for Cat Stevens, Bob Dylan, or even the sounds of Jimi Hendrix. From the bohemian enclave of Topanga, CA the angeleno is the heart and soul of a true musician passionate about his craft. " -Available for music entertainment for any event and any size crowd. -Very good at reading the venue and providing the appropriate sound levels and energy of music needed for the occasion. -General list of songs I will survive-Gloria Gaynor Rolling in the deep- Adel How are you remind me-Nickelback Rolling in the deep-Adele Diamonds in the back- Curtis Mayfield Move on up -Curtis Mayfield Shape of you -Ed Sheeran Valerie -Amy Winehouse Running through me-Tom Mitch Moondance -Van Morrison Under the bridge -Red hot chili peppers Take it on-red hot chili peppers Feel it still - Portugal the man stolen dance - milky chance Hotel California -The eagles Take it easy-the eagles Oya como vah -Santana Smooth-Santana Maria Maria -Santana Plastic hearts-Miley Cyrus Midnight sky -Miley Cyrus Drive-Incubus Sugar -maroon 5 With a little help from my friends-Beatles Can’t buy me love -the Beatles Something - beatles While my guitar gently weeps-Beatles A little help from my friends- Beatles Oh darling- Beatles Imagine-The Beatles Little wing -Hendrix Hey joe -Hendrix Castles made of sand -Hendrix Put a spell on you Kiss -prince That’s what I like - Bruno mars Ain’t no sunshine - bill withers Just the two of us-Bill Withers Lovely day-bill withers Dock of the bay - Otis Redding No digity -blackstreet Chain- Fleetwood TY Mac Almost cut my hair - Crosby stills Old man-Neil Young Simple kind of man-Lenard Skinard Is this love-Bob Marley Three little birds - Bob Marley I shot the sheriff- bob Marley Hotel California-The Beatles Moonlight dance -Van Morrison Kiss by a rose - Seal Xs and os l-Elle King behind blue eyes-The who Ain’t no mountain high enough September - Earth wind and fire Tennessee whiskey Stay woke childish gambino Provider Get lucky Pharrell Ever long Rolling in the deep Behind blue eyes Believe Mad world Your party -ween Hallelujah

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Nikki Dickinson

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Singer/Songwriter/Composer Justin Werner has been active in the music industry for over 18 years. His music is found everywhere from commercials to films and full length albums. His most recent release "Without A Bang" was featured in the 2017 Sharon Stone film Running Wild Justin is currently involved in three working projects, all very different from one another showing Werner’s diversity and ability to blend into many musical circumstances. His current projects, 3rd Borough, Escape Door, and Awakening Magic, show a great spectrum of variety and versatility. He covers everything from hard blues rock to soft ambient ballads, R&B and World Rhythm based music. Lyrically maintaining depth and meaning, Justin is a prolific wordsmith with a beautiful voice to deliver the message. With no shortage of soul, Justin keeps the integrity, authenticity, and spirit of art in songwriting alive. Justin also thrives in the solo world as a cover artist, covering a wide spectrum from country to R&B. He maintains diversity and originality even in the world of cover songs with a long list of classics from as early as the 1940’s through today’s top hits. National academy of recording arts member. www.justinwernermusic.com

Acoustic, Folk/Americana, Electronic

Juice Box is a San Diego based project fronted by drummer/composer Matthew Smith. Smith had this to say about the group, "I bought a suitcase rhodes and took the whole month of February and wrote one song per day, with no real project in mind. I then took what songs I felt had the most impact and formed the group." Juice Box is a band comprised of Ed Kornhauser on Fender rhodes, Omar Lopez on bass, Louis Valenzuela on guitar and Matthew Smith on drums. At it's core Juice Box is an instrumental group, yet on the B side of it's debut and self titled release it features a San Francisco based vocalist "Lewis Gallardo" singing his song Heartbreak Reprise. With a wide variety of influences that span from Hendrix to Hancock this group is truly one that is pushing the funk, soul and jazz boundaries. Live shows highlight a steady pocket while exploring the depths of the group's collective improvisation.

Savannah Philyaw

Hello friend! I’m Savannah and I’m an 21 year old singer songwriter from San Diego, California. Music has always fascinated me with the way it can take over your emotions without asking your permission to do so. I am inspired by everything I do and everything I see. I write music based on experiences that have affected me and the people around me. These experiences are things that we all go through during the courses of our lives. Whether it be falling in love for the first time or losing a friend, I feel that a song can evoke emotions that spoken words cannot. Songwriting is my release, my passion, and my best friend. It has allowed me to be honest and open without fearing judgement. I hope that my music can inspire others like other music inspires me. I usually write about happy things and those experiences that can make us all smile no matter what time of day. To me, songs are like public diaries. Whoever hears your music knows exactly how you felt at the time the song was written. It’s actually a little frightening at times. I hope that my music can relate to you and the emotions that you experience during your life (especially if you’re a teenage girl like me). Songwriting is not what I do, it’s who I am.

Country, Folk/Americana, Acoustic

Acoustic-Pop/Alternative Reggae Surfer Style Singer Songwriter 10 years of gig experience. Pop, Alternative and Reggae Cover songs (John Mayer, Sublime, The Killers, Incubus, The Beatles and more) for restaurants, bars, and private events. I have 50 original songs and 2 albums on Itunes. I also constantly tour the US and recently played shows in South America. For more info visit SkylerLutesMusic.com

Pop, Reggae/Island, Alternative

A.I. Entertainment

Hello! We are A.I. Entertainment. We have a fun staff full of DJ’s/VJ's, Emcees, Karaoke hosts, Trivia hosts, and Bingo hosts in addition to one-on-one custom entertainment events. We specializing in weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, bar events, corporate events, and more in San Diego and Las Vegas. We are a passionate group that has the common goal of turning your entertainment vision into a memorable event for you and your guests. At A.I. Entertainment, we take a holistic approach to planning and coordinating with you every step of the way. Through years of experience, we know how to throw a great party while also providing the convenience and affordable prices that keep our guests at ease knowing that their event is in honest, capable hands. We would love to partner with you and make your entertainment vision come to life. Our personable and professional staff is there to partner with you to create a cohesive experience that will leave you feeling at ease and taken care of. Let us see your event through your eyes. If you can imagine it, we can help plan it.

Christina LaRocca / Modern Highway Band

Christina LaRocca comes prepared with years of professional international touring experience and her powerful, vibrant vocals, and extensive, multi-genre repertoire to bring you that extra special something to your event. Christina is not only a solo artist but she has a 5-piece party band called Modern Highway AND she also DJs until the name DJ L Rock the Party. She has been rated Best of GigSalad, WeddingWire 2021 & The Knot's. She performs at hundreds of events all year long including weddings, corporate events, resorts, restaurants, hotels, clubs and more all over SD, LA, OC, Riverside, and SB. Christina LaRocca's solo set is for fans of powerful vocals and stellar guitar arrangements. She loves to cover artists like Fleetwood Mac, Eagles, Heart, Alicia Keys, Carrie Underwood, Johnny Cash, Bob Marley, Lauryn Hill, Melissa Etheridge, Chris Stapleton, Miranda Lambert, Sheryl Crow, Beyonce, Tom Petty, Alanis Morissette, Dolly Parton, Amy Winehouse, P!nk & much more. When it comes to DJing, she loves house, hip hop, dance, disco/funk, R&B, 80s, 90s, 00s. Christina has been hired for private events at resorts all over SoCal including the Estancia Resort La Jolla, Bali Hai, Beverly Whilshire Four Seasons, 208 Rodeo, Griffin Club, Coto De Caza, JW Marriott Anaheim, Yaamava Casino, Mariott Irvine Spectrum, Coronado Community Center, Terre De Fitz, Kim Sing Theatre, Casino @ San Clemente, Grand Traditions, Orange Hill Restaurant, Bahia Resort, UCLA, Marbella Country Club, Bella Terra, and countless others. Other venues / festivals: SXSW 2020 official artist, Echo Park Rising Festival, St Jude Rock N Roll Marathon Nashville, EAA Hops & Props, Mile of Music, Mesa Music Fest, Women's Freedom Festival, Dyke March LBC, Far North Festival, Craft Beer & Art Fest (Germany), Sofar Sounds (over 20 cities worldwide), BMI Featured Artist Showcase. Christina was also part of the longest musical residency in Los Angeles, the Saddle Ranch Fiddlers where they performed completely by request to an international audience several times a week. Christina has shared the stage with Rachel Platten, Bailen, Paul Nelson, Billie Joe of Green Day, Maggie Rose and is a voting member of the Recording Academy (Grammys). Website: https://www.christinalarocca.com/ https://www.christinaandgeneduo.com/ Live Videos: https://vimeo.com/499834416 https://vimeo.com/479631539 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LxKbg6fMYgM https://vimeo.com/499834416 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B3WvkO3k7D4 GigSalad Profile with verified reviews: https://www.gigsalad.com/christina_larocca_and_gene_micofsky_los_angeles 5-Star Bark Profile with over 30 verified reviews: https://tinyurl.com/mr2uv5yv Check out her performance Song List here (for solo gigs): https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gOWvdLMcaDDyzHqXQPsDajTuW5Li4uYV-QxAxbubs3c/edit?usp=sharing

Country, Alternative, Rock

Currently gigging 5 nights a week in Orange County/Long Beach California, new CD Moka coming out Tax Day April 15! More info at www.georgefryer.com