Ziggy Alberts is an indie folk singer-songwriter from Australia, whose easy-listening, largely acoustic tunes have earned him an international following that he is working on extending into the States. If you are interested in giving his songs of ecological preservation and the simple joys of life an ear or two, roll through the Arcata Theatre […]
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Tantalizing Torch Songs at Trinidad Town Hall
If jazz is your jam, clear your calendar for Tantalizing Torch Songs with Claire Bent and RLAD, happening Friday, May 16, at 7:30 p.m. at Trinidad Town Hall ($10-$20 sliding scale). Westhaven Center for the Arts presents this evening of soulful jazz featuring versatile vocalist Claire Bent with the polished backing of veterans RLAD: Tim […]
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Music Tonight: Thursday, May 15
Start your weekend entertainment early with two free live music gigs, each helmed by gentlemen named Jeff, and both happening around 8 p.m. At the Logger Bar you will find music of singer-songwriter and band man about town Jeff Landen, while at the Basement you can double your listening pleasure with acoustic/electric duo the Jeff […]
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Music Tonight: Sunday, May 11
More jazz on the docket tonight, when the Creative Sanctuary presents Jazz is Peace: A tribute to Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn at the Arcata Playhouse tonight at 7 p.m. The line-up features a rogues gallery of top-notch musicians, including James Zeller, Katie Belknap, Danny Gaon, Ramsey Isaacs, Allison Muench, Matt Seno and Tree. There’s […]
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Music Tonight: Saturday, May 10
Some New Orleans musical royalty comes to the university tonight at 8 p.m. when drummer and vibes player Jason Marsalis performs with the Humboldt Jazz Orchestra in a program directed by CPH music professor Dan Aldag. The gig’s at Fulkerson Hall, which, while spacious, has limited seating for such an occasion, and it might be […]
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Photos: Year of the Snake Chinatown Festival
The fourth annual Eureka Chinatown Street Festival celebrated the Year of the Snake on Saturday, May 3, under breezy conditions from 6-8 p.m. in Eureka Old Town during Arts Alive. (See slideshow below for highlights.) Hosted by Humboldt Asians & Pacific Islanders in Solidarity (HAPI), the event began with a welcome by Yolanda Latham, who […]
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Music Tonight: Friday, May 9
Two great choices tonight, so let’s get to it. At the Eureka Theater at 6:30 p.m., there will be a screening of the excellent sci fi flick Sorry to Bother You, but more to the point, the film’s writer and director, the multi-talented and politically brilliant Boots Riley will be doing a Q&A after the […]
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Music Tonight: Thursday, May 8
Baltimore rapper and raconteur-singer Shordie Shordie is headlining the Arcata Theatre Lounge tonight at 8 p.m., rolling through town on his Breath of Fresh Air tour. On tap for support is Gritty Lex, a raw young talent whose hip hop dynamics have earned her acclaim in her hometown of Sacramento and beyond. This looks like […]
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Comedy Tonight: Monday, May 5
The Basement has a rare Monday night gig going down at 7:30 p.m., with comedian Steve Hofsteller, famous on YouTube for his crowd work, particularly with hecklers, on the bill. However, as of press time the show appears to be mostly sold-out, with the exception of a few front row, meet-and-greet tickets left going for […]
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Music Tonight: Sunday, May 4
Speaking of Reno, Nevada, experimental emo act Antiprono enjoys its second night in the area, having played Redwood Retro is Arcata at 7 p.m. last night. Tonight the band will be at Savage Henry Comedy Club at the same time, and for the same price, $5-$20 sliding scale. However, the line-up will be slightly different, […]
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Music Tonight: Saturday, May 3
True North Duo are Kristen Grainger and Dan Wetzel, who together have crafted a sound built of the finest aspects of bluegrass, pulling off large feats of instrumental prowess and vocal intensity that break containment from the usual restrictions of a less populated act in this genre of music. You can enjoy that sound this […]
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Music Tonight: Friday, May 2
Back at it again at the Miniplex tonight at 8 p.m., this time for an evening of experimental electronic music, with two touring acts that feature live drums and bespoke visuals. Portland’s Bl_ank is rolling through the West Coast with Spanish sound manipulator Alex Silva, who is now based in Baltimore. This should be a […]