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The Nematoads rock Seabrook Festival of the Arts

Surf and Twang with The Nematoads! We will be performing at the 1st Annual Seabrook Festival of the Arts in Seabrook, Texas. Great way to support local artists and so close to the beach! Festival activities include: Juried fine artists in every media, a kids art activity tent, live music (hint, hint), food, drink and local cuisine. We perform from 2 pm to 4 pm, so wax your boards, come on down and support local art. More information online: http://www.artshound.com/event/detail/441671717.

What: Seabrook Festival of the Arts
Where: 1508 1/2 2nd Street, Seabrook, Texas, 77586
Why: Because we're The Nematoads!


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The Sharkskins & Gary Ho Ho Hoey!

Thursday November 29 • 8:00 PM 

Da Skins once again open for Gary at his annual Rockin' Holiday Show!  Details at this link.


Monster Mash at the Capitol Bowl, Sacramento

Show Poster October 28, 2012 - 1:00 to 4:00 - All Ages - Free

Are you ready for a Halloween bash? The Lava Pups and the Sneaky Tikis are. This will feature the Sacramento area debut of our special guests - the Rockabilly Love Cats. Join us for an afternoon of family fun surf style with a pinch of rockabilly. Come in costume. Prizes. Contests. Eat at Cap's Grill. Bowl. Rock out to the music. Be there, aloha!

Capitol Bowl - 900 West Capitol Avenue - West Sacramento


Bevel Emboss Live on Dutch National Radio 2 October 13

Bevel Emboss

Dutch surf band Bevel Emboss will play 3 songs live and they will be interviewed about their album "Celluloid" on Radio 2 Dutch national broadcast.

The live show where Bevel Emboss appears can be followed here http://www.radio2.nl/, click on "nu live" . The show on October 13th starts at 16:00 and ends 18:00 hour GMT + 1.
More info here http://www.tros.nl/tros-radio-tips/muziekcafe/.


Acid Beach Party 6 - Oct 20 Los Angeles

DON'T MISS THIS ONE, FOLKS!! Sat Oct 20 @ NOMAD Space,1993 Blake Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90039
6 great surf + psych bands BEE THERE !!!

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Los Straitjackets at The World Cafe Live at the Queen, DE, Oct 4 2012

Los Straitjackets are performing at the World Cafe Live at the Queen on Thursday, October 4, 2012.  The Queen is located in Wilmington, Delaware about 30 minutes outside of Philadelphia.  Doors are at 6:00 pm and show is at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $25.


Texas Surf-O-Rama Aug. 18th at Headhunters in Austin, TX

We’ve got another Reverb drenched night of Surf in Austin Texas at Headhunters on Saturday August 18th.  This time featuring The Thunderchiefs, The Mighty Landshark! and San Antonio’s King Pelican.  One Night.  Three bands.  No cover.  All Surf!  Music starts at 10PM.

For more info, visit Headhunters online: http://www.headhuntersclub.com/ and Do512.

Texas Surf-O-Rama with The Thunderchiefs, The Mighty Landshark! & King Pelican


HBISM Surfin' Sunday Concert Aug 12th, 2012

Huntington Beach International Surfing Museum Presents: Surfin’ Sundays Concert at Pier Plaza - Sunday August 12th, 2012.

This concert is dedicated to Eddie Bertrand of Eddie and the Showman, The Chantays Gil Orr, HBISM Founder Natalie Kotsch and HBISM World Ambassador Ann Beasley as well as Surfguitar101.com Founder and Webmaster Brian Neal and in memory of “Baja” Marty Klenz who recently passed away.

  • BAJA MARTY’S EXTENSIVE CD COLLECTION WILL BE ON SALE AT THIS CONCERT…PROFITS FROM THE SALES WILL HELP MARTY’S WIDOW PAY FOR HIS MEDICAL BILLS.
  • HBISM 25th ANNIVERSARY T-SHIRTS, LOGO MUGS, LOGO TOTE BAGS, BAND CD’S, BAND MERCHANDISE AND VENDORS WILL BE AVAILABLE DURING THIS CONCERT!!!
  • WE HAVE AN AWESOME MEMBERSHIP PACKAGE DEAL WHICH CONSISTS OF A 25TH ANNIVERSARY T-SHIRT, LOGO MUG, TOTE BAG, MUSEUM STICKER AND MEMBERSHIP FOR ONLY $25.

This year marks our 25th Anniversary and 16 years of great music from dedicated musicians who donate their precious time in support of the museum and our Surfin’ Sundays Summer Concert Series. Periodically we have legends such as Dick Dale, John Blair & Paul Johnson dropping by.

SURFIN’ SUNDAYS BANDS:

  • THE INTOXICATORS direct from Florida are Southeast Surf/Rockabilly/Space masters.
  • LOS VENTURAS Euro-Instrumental/Surf/Ska/Soul troupe from Belgium on their second US visit.
  • EL RAY Denmark Surf rockers will perform on our stage during their first American tour.
  • THE MADEIRA the group that many consider the best modern surf band in the world, direct from Indiana, featuring material from their new album Tribal Fires.
  • 9TH WAVE East Coast Surf, Sci-Fi, Spy, Hot-Rod veterans are celebrating their 6th album.
  • THE EXOTICS from Wisconsin have been one of the best traditional surf mainstays since 1994.

11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Admission to the Concert is “FREE” but donations are greatly appreciated.

Location: Pier Plaza Amphitheater 315 Pacific Coast Hwy Huntington Beach 92648
HBISM Phone: 714-960-3483

Check our website www.surfingmuseum.org for the complete schedule and information.


MuerTones rock the Ventura Primer Nationals Labor Day weekend

Punk Rock Legend Grammy Recipient Marky Ramone & Bat Mobile & Munster Koach Builder George Barris amongst notables to join festivities celebrating 10th Anniversary of The Ventura Nationals Labor Day Weekend 2012.
 
The 10th Annual Ventura Nationals Hot Rod & Motorcycle Show and Music Festival is rolling back onto the Ventura Fairgrounds Saturday Sept.1st & Sunday Sept 2nd. 500+ Pre 1969 American Hot Rods, Kustoms, Classics, Trucks, Low-Riders,Vintage Trailers & Motorcycles will be on display with pre- juried qualifications for admittance by car aficionados Juan & Sons. Sponsors such as Budweiser & So Cal Speed Shop know enthusiastic owners, builders, car clubs, friends and families travel from all over to Ventura for the weekend to show cars, enjoy the festivities and Meet and Greet Car and Music Icons! This year adored music idol, Rock and Roll Hall of Famer and Grammy recipient Marky Ramone of The Ramones will Meet and Greet, Sign Autographs, Judge Cars and give out Awards. Marky has always been a big car and hot rod enthusiast. He will also specifically judge the Best Girl Owned Car since Ventura Nationals is proud to recognize a number of not so traditional female registrar and their unique Customs and Classics. Marky Ramone will also judge the annual Pin Up contest with two other revered judges. Joining him will be infamous T.V., film and celebrity auto customizer and builder Mr. George Barris. Mr. Barris created the Batmobile, the Munster Koach, and Knight Riders' KITT to name a few. Rounding out the mighty threesome on the Pin Up judging panel will be Mr. Tom Ingram, founder and owner of the world renowned Viva Las Vegas Weekender now in it's 16th year. Other special guests this year will Include American Grafitti leading actress Candy Clark, world famous Low Brow Artist & publisher of Juxtapose Magazine Robert Williams, Kustom Car legend 92 year old Bill Hines and More!
 
All day live musical entertainment beginning at 10am includes favorite artists of Rockabilly, Rock n' Roll, Roots, Surf & Blues. Imported for the event from Denton,Texas The High School Caesar with special guest "Mr.Telecaster" Albert Lee,  legendary Rock n' Roller Ray Campi and cumbiabilly by The Moonlight Trio will rock the big stage on Saturday Sept. 1. Sunday, Sept. 2  live entertainment will again shake, rattle and roll with high octane Rockabilly from The Sugar Daddys, the roots scene's hottest news The  Americans and acoustic cutting edge surf sounds of The Muertones. Blessing of the Cars & Bikes by the Monsignor of the Mission San Buenaventura is an added feature for the 10th Anniversary. In addition, complementing the activities on the fairgrounds are 100 plus unique genre specific vendors and artists. Lining the pavilion inside and out and creating an awesome shopping experience of vintage clothing, art, jewelry and specific Car Kulture goodies for visiting guys and dolls whose specific stylistic taste are not to be found at pedestrian malls. As usual Gear Heads will enjoy the Automotive & Motorcycle Swap Meet taking place both days on the back lot. 
 
Official Associated events:
Friday Night, Aug. 31st kicks off with the Official Art Show at Fast Frame - 3954 E. Main Street Ventura, CA 93003
7:00-10pm Preferred parking for hot rods & motorcycles. Cost is two cans of food to be donated to Ventura Foodshare.
 
Saturday Night, Sept. 1 The Official Ventura Nationals HoeDown Presented by The Reverend Martini.
Drawing attendees and special guests from around the world, the HoeDown continues the days festivities into a rocking evening.
It is a coveted ticket and sells out each year at the historic, vintage Ventura Bowling Center -1888 E.Thompson Dr. Ventura 8:00pm
Features Performances by Cold Blue Rebels in full zombie regalia, High School Caesar and The Muertones
All Ages $10. Kids $8.00
 
Sunday Post Show Reliability Run that ends at Noble Fabrications Open House. This event is open to registered car show participants only but will be a Ventura street spectacle at the end of sundays show beginning at 3pm.
 
The Ventura Nationals inspires the whole of Ventura to celebrate bringing thousands of Auto and Music fans into Ventura for this fun, hip event each year. Hotels sell out quickly so make your reservations today and Visit us on line at www.VenturaNationals.com
 

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1960's Orange County Musicians Reunion July 28 & 29

Mike Madden writes:

Eight months or so ago I opened the 1960's Orange County Musicians Group on Facebook. As of today about 170 top musicians and associates have logged in. We have been planning a reunion in Santa Ana California for several months and it will take place July 28th and July 29th. You may be aware that many Surf Bands and top-notch Surf Guitar players will be there and performing both at Silverado Park for a picnic on Saturday then the big "JAM" on Sunday at Original Mike's in Santa Ana CA, starting at about 1pm.

For information Contact Tom Potts @ (714) 719-4672