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Nick Veronin on May 29, 2019
There are many rewards to being a record collector. In addition to listening to one’s records there is the joy that comes from alphabetizing the collection, geeking out on new and vintage hardware, performing minor repairs on turntables, amplifiers and speakers, and of course, talking about the virtues of vinyl. Every Tuesday, Streetlight Records invites vinyl lovers of all stripes to come to stop by, discuss their favorite albums and play their own music over the store’s speakers. Light snacks and refreshments are provided and all participants get a spin. Continue reading »
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Erika Rasmussen on May 29, 2019
Mom and dad can never really be sure what the kids are learning at school. Based on the Jack Black-starring film of the same name, this Andrew Lloyd Webber musical brings Richard Linklater’s 2003 film to life on stage. Booted from his band, Dewey Finn’s gotta make rent. Posing as his substitute teacher friend and roomate, Ned, he finagles a job at Horace Green School. With the big Battle of the Bands approaching, he enlists his students to back him up. Life lessons ensue—in song form. Highlights include “Stick it to the Man” and “Give Up on Your Dreams.” Runs through June 9. Continue reading »
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Metro Staff on May 29, 2019
Opa! San Jose’s Greek community—along with baklava lovers of all backgrounds—are invited to enjoy the all things Greek at his annual Mediterranean celebration. Spanakopita, tyropites, moussaka and loukoumades are just a few of the hard-to-pronounce but easy-to-eat authentic dishes made from generations-old family recipes. The festival also features traditional music, dance and Greek garb. The party begins Friday at 5pm and at 11am on Saturday and Sunday. The party is free with a downloadable ticket, which can be grabbed from St. Nicholas’ website at saintnicholas.org/san-jose-greek-festival. Continue reading »
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Nick Veronin on May 29, 2019
Unlike the many thousands of Gen X-ers who were indoctrinated into the cult of Jerry by their blissed-out parents, John Mayer stumbled upon The Grateful Dead late in life. The story goes like this: In 2011, Mayer came across the Dead on Spotify. It changed his life, man… Several years later, in 2015, he struck up a relationship with Bob Weir after trading licks with the founding Dead guitarist on late night TV. The pair ultimately recruited two more original members—Mickey Hart and Bill Kreutzmann—as well as virtuosic veteran players Oteil Burbridge (bass) and Jeff Chimenti (keys). Jam on. Continue reading »
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Erika Rasmussen on May 29, 2019
The preseason is still months away, but this weekend legions of 49 Faithful will descend on Levi’s Stadium and give a toast to the health of Jimmy G. for the second annual Picnic on the Field. This year, fans will have the opportunity to make all their Instagram followers jealous, as visitors will have the opportunity to snap selfies with current and former 49ers—including Jerry Rice—collect their autographs and sip craft beer by local breweries at the Goal Line Beer Garden. A meal ticket is included with the price of admission, giving fans a chance to chow down on the gridiron. Continue reading »
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Nick Veronin on May 29, 2019
It may be hard to remember, but there was a time before Kanye went all Kanye—back before Quavo, Offset and Takeoff jacked the Migos flow from Three 6 Mafia and emcees were more focused on pouring Cristal than pouring up fours. This Friday, the Echo Flex party celebrates the trilling high hats of Juvenile, the sing-rapping of Outkast and Nelly, and Tha Carter-era Weezy. Given the state of the world and the dour, dark production currently en vogue, it will be truly refreshing to hear the chopped-up soul of Late Registration and the gleeful, neon-trucker-hat tones of N.E.R.D. Continue reading »
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Erika Rasmussen on May 29, 2019
This summer, Flicks & Grooves at History Park invites San Jose to get its final-Friday fill of music. For the last four years, San Jose native Kiva Uhuru, has juggled studies in electrical engineering and computer science at Berkeley while continuing to deepen and share her musical craft. One minute her voice recalls a sweet wind murmuring through long grass, the next moment she channels the power of thunder, rolling over earthen red hills. For now, she has no recordings, so the only place to hear her music is live and in person. Continue reading »
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Nick Veronin on May 29, 2019
Maryland-raised Jermaine Fowler didn’t grow up in a baby-proofed household. As a kid, he’d open windows during rainstorms to play pirate-ship with his brother, and as a teenager he parlayed his wild imagination into a comedy career. Known for producing and starring in the sitcom Superior Donuts, this Eddie Murphy-inspired comic uses cracks wise at everything from corrupt law enforcement to his relationship with his fraternal twin, Jerome. “If I’m having a good day and suddenly I’m sad, I’ll call Jerome. I’ll be like, ‘You good?’ He’s like, ‘Nah, man. I’m having a bad day today.’ And I’m like, ‘Well, cheer up, I’m at Cheesecake Factory trying to eat.’” Continue reading »
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Erika Rasmussen on May 29, 2019
Es tiempo para reírse con El Jaja Tour. Veracruz-born Mexican comedian Luis de Alba, known for his fresa-esque El Pirrurris character—perhaps accurately understood as a trust fund kid thriving on Papi’s money or the Ivy League prep boy—pokes fun at elitist air-headedness and materialism. The Pirrurris often shares his invaluable insight on nacología or naconomía—which could be translated as Redneckology, ghettoanatomy. “Primera queja al responsable de aquí—¿porqué no hay helipuerto? No tengo donde estacionar mi helicopter.” He’s right, where’s the heliport? These certainly sound like the tweets of a certain someone. Plus his haircut is positively Trumpian—minus the odd shade of cheeto. Jaja. Continue reading »
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Mike Huguenor on May 29, 2019
It all begins with a crackle. Tape hiss purls. Then, from out of the Bay Area’s past, a voice echoes: Continue reading »
