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Bill Kopp on August 28, 2019
One of the most influential alternative rock bands of the 1990s, Smashing Pumpkins garnered critical acclaim as they achieved commercial success over the course of several excellent albums—including Gish, Siamese Dream and Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness. The Chicago-based group, led by guitarist Billy Corgan, ended its first run in 2000,…
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Erika Rasmussen on August 28, 2019
Drag queen Alyssa Edwards—born Justin Dwayne Lee Johnson—has one hell of a personality. Rising to prominence competing in Miss Gay America, Edwards was featured in the 2008 documentary Pageant and been featured on numerous seasons of RuPaul’s Drag Race. Edwards continues to work with RuPaul, who co-produces Dancing Queen, a Netflix show…
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Matei Predescu on August 28, 2019
Nestled in the Santa Cruz Mountains, Kings Mountain Fire Station’s annual art fair returns this Labor Day weekend, turning the redwood groves blanketing Skyline Boulevard into an outdoor art gallery, complete with tasty grilled food and family-friendly activities. The fair has been managed entirely by volunteers since its debut in 1963 and…
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Kael Austria on August 28, 2019
Close out the summer by getting in touch with your primal instincts. This year’s Silicon Valley Music Festival focuses on primitive concepts and traditional art forms. The three-day festival will feature both visual and audio artists performing pieces inspired by and depicting human interaction with nature. On Friday, hear a musical interpretation…
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Wallace Baine on August 28, 2019
In the field of Mexican norteño music, San Jose’s Los Tigres Del Norte bestride the world like giants. More than 50 years ago, Jorge Hernandez and his brothers, while still only teens, left Mexico to settle in the South Bay, and in that time, they’ve sold well north of 35 million recordings.…
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Erika Rasmussen on August 28, 2019
Eat, drink and be spendy at the third annual Cupertino Food & Wine Stroll. In addition to bites and sips, this festival celebrates the downtown business community. There are two tiers of presale tickets: $15 buys access to food only, while $30 gets you a grub-and-drink wristband. Both levels are just a…
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Bill Kopp on August 23, 2019
Among many music fans, there exists an unshakable belief: No matter how good the musicians, no matter how sophisticated the recording gear, no matter how skilled the recording engineers, a studio recording simply cannot capture the essence of a performer the way a live show can. For those fans and those who…
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Erika Rasmussen on August 22, 2019
From the community-building shops of SJMade and Empire in The Air—a San Jose apparel brand pledging empowerment and engagement through local events—“Growth” is a day to honor the Bay Area as a home that inspires, uplifting the craft of local vendors, artists and performers. ChiChai, founder and art director of EITA, features…
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Kael Austria on August 22, 2019
Everyone knows that a beer or two can help loosen you up. Throw yoga into the mix and even the stiffest working stiffs are liable to walk away more pliable. Billed as an “End of Summer Block Party,” this event includes yoga, beer and music. As DJ Yogic Flow spins tunes designed…
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Bill Kopp on August 22, 2019
This Oakland-based band is known far and wide for its terrific horn section. Tower of Power has been bringing its unique brand of soulful, high-energy music to albums, audiences and collaborations for 50 years. Like so many “legacy” acts of its generation, Tower of Power has seen many players come and go;…
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