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Mike Huguenor on December 29, 2021
Classics were in this year. From Silk Sonic’s decidedly vintage hit “Leave the Door Open,” to the return of 1905 gentleman-thief Lupin on Netflix, much of this year’s pop culture had a hint of the classic to it. This New Year’s Eve, the trend continues with a classic night out soundtracked by…
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Grace Stetson on December 29, 2021
San Jose Jazz aims to inspire listeners of all ages to get excited and moved by jazz—and the holiday season is no reason to stifle that goal. This Thursday, the nonprofit will host a second performance at San Jose’s annual Christmas in the Park celebration, free and open to the public. The…
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Elliott Sky Case on December 29, 2021
Starting from a single viral video, the tenors, baritones and basses of Straight No Chaser have dominated the a cappella scene for over a decade now. The group’s blow-up led to two gold records featuring irreverent arrangements of beloved holiday classics. 2013’s star-studded Under The Influence (which itself has a holiday edition!)…
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Kyle Martin on December 22, 2021
DJs Sake One and Chale Brown will be spinning the finest sounds from the illustrious discography of the late, great, flamin’ hot James Brown at Campbell’s own Cardiff & Cocktails. This funky evening is sure to help get listeners up offa that thing, ringing in not only the holiday, but the day…
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Jay Edgar on December 22, 2021
Some go for a roast dinner on Christmas Day. Some go for a movie and Chinese take-out. But why can’t getting one’s PLUR (Peace Love Unity and Respect) on become a Christmas tradition too? Like the NBA, The Continental’s weekly house club night—put on by local dance record label Sole Channel Music—REFUSES…
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Jay Edgar on December 22, 2021
While the holidays are typically a joyous time of year, the cold weather and early nights can bring down the mood considerably for some. One treatment available for the seasonally affected who can’t afford a mood lamp: a spiritual trip to the Pacific at the Liquid Lounge’s island reggae club night. The…
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Grace Stetson on December 22, 2021
Heavy music lovers have a chance to thrash this coming Thursday. Beginning at 9pm, a cavalcade of San Jose hard rockers take the stage (ok, the floor) at the Caravan Lounge. The night includes three-piece group Dead Engine, jam duo Drunk Monk and the newer duo Boxweed. Aside from enjoying all that…
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Alec Adams on December 22, 2021
Christmas music is good! I normally try to avoid injecting such controversial takes into this paper, but it needs to be said. While the detractors of Christmas music are sometimes deafening in their criticism, I sleep well at night knowing that I’m on the same team as Dave Koz. The saxophone virtuoso…
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Mat Weir on December 15, 2021
When asked about the critical acclaim for Scowl’s new album How Flowers Grow, singer Kat Moss is honest. “There’s a feeling of being overwhelmed,” she explains through the Zoom screen. “We’re just riding the wave because we have no idea what to expect.”
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Grace Stetson on December 15, 2021
For his fourth PBS special, Italian tenor Pasquale Esposito will grace the San Jose stage to kick off the holiday season. The singer—an SJSU alum with 10 albums and multiple international tours under his belt—will perform a mix of both secular and religious Christmas songs, including “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of…
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