Stick Men, a progressive rock trio featuring Tony Levin, Pat Mastelotto, and Markus Reuter, combines over 100 million records of experience with innovative instrumentation and boundary-pushing musicianship.
Los Angeles,CA90038United States
3 nights, no repeats! After a meteoric rise from obscurity to a national touring band, Los Angeles-based Grateful Shred has made the most of its time in the spotlight. The[…]
Los Angeles,CA90042United States
Celebrating a decade of performances, Easy Wind brings the authentic spirit of 1970s Grateful Dead to life with veteran musicians who experienced the magic of Jerry Garcia’s era firsthand.
Solana Beach,CA92075United States
California’s fastest rising top tier jamband, Taper’s Choice is the four headed brain-child of Alex Bleeker (Real Estate), Dave Harrington (Darkside), Chris Tomson (Vampire Weekend), and Zach Tenorio (Arc Iris).
Los Angeles,CA90291United States
Experience the Grateful Dead’s legacy with Dead Set 805 at SOhO restaurant & music club on State Street. Don’t miss their performance of classic Dead tunes on Thursday, December 11th,[…]
Santa Barbara,CA93101United States
Three Nights, No Repeats! After a meteoric rise from obscurity to a national touring band, Los Angeles-based Grateful Shred has made the most of its time in the spotlight. The[…]
Los Angeles,CA90042United States
“Which One’s Pink?” brings Pink Floyd’s legendary music to life across Southern California. Since 1998, this tribute band has mastered the iconic catalogue with precise recreations of classic albums like[…]
San Juan Capistrano,CA92675United States
Experience an enchanting night of soulful music as the Katie Skene Band shares the stage with Tin Angel at Ojai Deer Lodge for a special pre-holiday concert on December 12,[…]
Ojai,CA93023United States
California’s fastest rising top tier jamband, Taper’s Choice is the four headed brain-child of Alex Bleeker (Real Estate), Dave Harrington (Darkside), Chris Tomson (Vampire Weekend), and Zach Tenorio (Arc Iris).
Pioneertown,CA92268United States
Join Skeleton Crew for their final performance of the year—a magical holiday evening under the stars at the Cliff, featuring Ed Lyon on keys! Don’t miss this special seasonal celebration.
Laguna Beach,CA92651United States
Get jolly with live Grateful Dead music on Saturday, December 13th from 7pm until late. Enjoy two full sets performed by Wyatt Abernathie, Ethan Perlman, Brian Beard, and a mystery[…]
Twentynine Palms,CA92277United States
Brothers Matt and Mark Hill are the sonic visionaries behind electronic-funk powerhouse The Floozies. Certified heavyweights in the world of jam and future-groove, the Kansas City-based tandem champion authentic funk[…]
Del Mar,CA92014United States
Three nights, no repeats! After a meteoric rise from obscurity to a national touring band, Los Angeles-based Grateful Shred has made the most of its time in the spotlight. The[…]
Los Angeles,CA90042United States
Get ready, Ventura! Uncle Floyd’s Band brings an epic Pink Floyd and Grateful Dead mashup to Gibson’s on Main on 12/13/2025, featuring top SoCal jam musicians, including members from Shine[…]
Ventura,CA93001United States
“Which One’s Pink?” brings Pink Floyd’s legendary music to life across Southern California. Since 1998, this tribute band has mastered the iconic catalogue with precise recreations of classic albums like[…]
San Juan Capistrano,CA92675United States
Get ready for an electrifying night of Rock’n Roll on Saturday, December 13th at 8 PM, featuring The Soul Family Band’s EP album release alongside the best musical talent in[…]
Los Angeles,CA90028United States
The jam band scene in Southern California has flourished over the years, creating a vibrant community of musicians and fans dedicated to improvisational music. From San Diego to Los Angeles, venues like the Troubadour, Teragram Ballroom, the Greek Theatre, and The Wiltern have become hotspots for extended musical journeys and communal experiences.
Local bands such as Particle, The Higgs, and Cubensis have developed loyal followings, while national touring acts like Phish, Widespread Panic, and String Cheese Incident make regular stops in the region, often selling out multiple nights at larger venues.
The scene is also supported by several annual festivals including Lightning in a Bottle and Same Same But Different, which showcase jam bands alongside electronic and world music artists. These events have helped cultivate a cross-pollination of musical styles unique to Southern California’s diverse cultural landscape.
What distinguishes the SoCal jam scene from others around the country is its fusion with surf culture, Latin influences, and psychedelic rock traditions that date back to the Grateful Dead‘s legendary shows at venues like Ventura County Fairgrounds and Irvine Meadows.
Past So Cal Jam Band Shows:
Venice,CA90291United States
The Brig Band is an L.A. jam band that has been playing Live since 2002 Aptly named after a Venice CA bar, the Brig Band was formed in 2002 by[…]
Pioneertown,CA92268United States
Honeycomb Beatbox looper and multi-instrumentalist Gable Johnson will be joining The Floozies and Dirtwire on their Neon Sundown tour, with West Coast dates in Chico, Berkeley, Pioneertown, Phoenix, and San[…]
Hermosa Beach,CA90254United States
Enjoy a special Sunday Funday at The Lighthouse Cafe with the Mood Lifters performing a Rush tribute, featuring a complete playthrough of the Power Windows album celebrating its 40th anniversary!
Los Angeles,CA90028United States
Experience the ultimate Jerry Garcia Band tribute when Jerry’s Middle Finger hits the Fonda Theatre on December 6, joined by acclaimed percussionist Wally Ingram for an unforgettable night of spectacular[…]
Los Angeles,CA90291United States
“Which One’s Pink?” brings Pink Floyd’s legendary music to life across Southern California. Since 1998, this tribute band has mastered the iconic catalogue with precise recreations of classic albums like[…]
Los Angeles,CA90291United States
Join the Valley’s all-female Grateful Dead tribute band, Grateful Dames, at The Venice West Grateful Brunch. Enjoy classic Dead tunes in a family-friendly atmosphere with free admission, dog-friendly spaces, and[…]
Long Beach,CA90802United States
Catch round two of our epic collaboration with GrooveSession! Don’t miss this night of hardcore jamming, dancing, and smiles all around. Free posters for attendees!
Ojai,CA93023United States
California’s fastest rising top tier jamband, Taper’s Choice is the four headed brain-child of Alex Bleeker (Real Estate), Dave Harrington (Darkside), Chris Tomson (Vampire Weekend), and Zach Tenorio (Arc Iris).
Morro Bay,CA93442United States
Definitely Dead is a Grateful Dead tribute band that will captivate you with their faithful and high-energy song renditions and mind blowing live performances. Definitely Dead’s music is a tribute[…]
San Luis Obispo,CA93401United States
After a meteoric rise from obscurity to a national touring band, Los Angeles-based Grateful Shred has made the most of its time in the spotlight. The lineup, featuring Dan Horne[…]
Laguna Beach,CA92651United States
Cubensis, a Los Angeles-based band since 1987, faithfully recreates the Grateful Dead experience with compelling accuracy, capturing the spirit and improvisational magic that made the legendary jam band beloved by[…]
Los Angeles,CA90291United States
California’s fastest rising top tier jamband, Taper’s Choice is the four headed brain-child of Alex Bleeker (Real Estate), Dave Harrington (Darkside), Chris Tomson (Vampire Weekend), and Zach Tenorio (Arc Iris).
Venice,CA90291United States
The Brig Band is an L.A. jam band that has been playing Live since 2002 Aptly named after a Venice CA bar, the Brig Band was formed in 2002 by[…]
Santa Barbara,CA93101United States
Join us for an unforgettable night as Ladyfinger reunites with the Bellotti Brothers for a special Dead Family Gathering in Carpinteria, celebrating the musical legacy of the Grateful Dead tradition.
San Diego,CA92107United States
Get ready, San Diego! Mood Lifters returns to Winston’s OB on November 30th with a special 3-hour show featuring Rush’s entire POWER WINDOWS album in celebration of its 40th anniversary.[…]
Dana Point,CA92629United States
Every Sunday at StillWater, right next to Dana Point Music
Irvine,CA92614United States
Experience the ultimate psychedelic jam session as Orange County welcomes Uncle Floyd’s Band, SoCal’s exclusive Grateful Dead/Pink Floyd fusion act, for a special two-set performance at Hangar 24.
San Diego,CA92109United States
Every Sunday at Aquarius catch Fish and the Seaweeds for two sets of Grateful Dead tunes, with another band TBA bringing on sunset. Five Dollars after 4:20…
Solana Beach,CA92075United States
Legendary California jazz-funk revivalists The Greyboy Allstars first played together at San Diego’s Green Circle Bar in 1994, when DJ Greyboy assembled an all-star combo of local players to join[…]
San Diego,CA92109United States
Electric Waste Band plays every last Saturday of the month at Aquarius from 6-9pm. Live music all day, cover is $5 before 5pm.
Solana Beach,CA92075United States
Legendary California jazz-funk revivalists The Greyboy Allstars first played together at San Diego’s Green Circle Bar in 1994, when DJ Greyboy assembled an all-star combo of local players to join[…]
Ojai,CA93023United States
On the small stage at Sam’s Place
Los Angeles,CA90291United States
JAYMO M.D. brings together guitar virtuoso Jason Sinay and renowned drummer John Molo for a Grateful Dead-inspired jam session with special guests, supported by EASY WIND at this charity concert[…]
Venice,CA90291United States
The Brig Band is an L.A. jam band that has been playing Live since 2002 Aptly named after a Venice CA bar, the Brig Band was formed in 2002 by[…]
Los Angeles,CA90038United States
Experience the vibrant creativity of “Luke’s Garage,” Delicate Steve’s latest album where intuitive melodies and raw, electric energy showcase guitarist Steve Marion’s uninhibited musical exploration and childlike wonder.