Conejo.Rocks — Performers by year: 2022

The best dance music of the 80s New Wave Era. With full costumes, energetic performers, state of the art lighting and special effects, you will dance the night away to this high energy group.
Relive the decade of decadence, a simpler time when MTV played music videos, E.T. phoned home, and Ferris Beuller took a day off. 80s Invasion entertains audiences with songs from Duran Duran to The Psychedelic Furs, The Go-Gos to Madonna.

She is best known for her ability to play nearly any instrument that she can get her hands on, twisting genres, and pushing the boundaries of folk, roots, and pop music making her "Genre Fluid." If you have seen Abby perform live, you know she can play a mean lead-blues guitar solo, or throw down a complex Earl Scruggs banjo riff.

Acoustic Saints reinterpret Classic Rock tunes with a moody atmospheric vibe infused with violin, mandolin, acoustic guitars, fretless bass, exotic percussion and soaring vocals.

The band members, which have a stellar writing, studio and touring history, include:
Stan Bush - Lead Vocals/ Guitar (website)
Chuck Wright - Bass/ Backing Vocals (website)
Rick Sailon - Guitar/ Violin/ Mandolin/ Backing Vocals
Tom Walsh - Percussion

Andy Cahan "The Most Famous Musician You Never Heard Of" Drummer, Keyboardist and guitarist who has recorded and toured with Jimi Hendrix, Ringo Starr, Little Richard, Chuck Berry, The Turtles, Dr John The Night Tripper, Seals and Croft , Jimmy Webb.

Take a look at the photos page on his website.

One of Los Angeles’s longest-running New Orleans-type bands, the ANGEL CITY DIXIELAND BAND performs all the songs from the city people call “The Big Easy.” Formed by trumpeter Chris Tedesco 33 years ago in 1987, the band soon became in demand at Disneyland as well as other Southern California theme parks and can be found performing all the way from San Diego to Santa Barbara. Yearly, they are the LA Dodgers’ Dixieland band of choice for opening day and whenever the team is in the World Series.

The Angel City Dixieland Band performs all of the most memorable, upbeat Dixieland tunes such as “When Saints Go Marching In,” “Sweet Georgia Brown,” “Hello Dolly,” and many other tunes made famous by trumpeter/vocalist Louis Armstrong, The Firehouse Five, trumpeter Al Hirt, and clarinetist Pete Fountain.

Ventura County’s premier cover band playing classic hits from the ‘80’s, ‘90s and more!

Billy Nation: A Tribute to Billy Joel entertains crowds with an authentic tribute to one of the best-selling artists of all-time, Billy Joel. Led by pianist/vocalist Adam Shapiro, Billy Nation features world-class musicians to create a one-of-a-kind concert experience that will have everyone singing along.

The Brandon Ragan Project formed to blend a classy edge to the classic funk & blues sounds that are ever present in the ongoing entertainment and nightlife music. All of our musicians are local artists that have been performing in the Ventura and Los Angeles areas for over a decade.

BRUNO and the HOOLIGNAS performs the full range of Bruno Mars' live band onstage, including some of the most complex and challenging songs recorded and performed for live audiences. No other rendition of Bruno Mars' music comes close to this level of accuracy during a live performance.

Brynn Albanese is a multi-genre violinist from the Central Coast. With a mix of European Gypsy, Latin jazz, Tangos, Classical with a twist, Opera covers and, of course, Celtic… she has created a lively and engaging show.

Last Train to Memphis, A Tribute to Cash, Killer & The King

"A tribute to rock with horns." The Chicago Experience is the nation's premiere tribute to the legendary band "Chicago."

Chris Collins and Boulder Canyon have toured internationally delighting audiences with their talent, warmth, humor, and passion for the music of John Denver.

Chris Pierce is an American singer, songwriter, producer, multi-instrumentalist, public speaker, wine producer and officiant born and based in California.

"The Coffis Brothers mix a blend of folk, country and rock with the intensity of personal lyrics into a gritty and often tender harmony of sound… a show that delivers one part Avett Brothers and one part early Neil Young for a full night of dancing and fun."

Powered by a rock solid Rhythm Section, a phat 6 piece horn section and dynamic vocals, these 12 talented musicians put their horn driven Blues, Rock & Soul “flavor” on the music you love.

Two of LA's most talented country singers, Ricky Johnson and Sarah Lubran, pay vocal homage to Country Music's greatest names. Close your eyes, listen and sing along to the music you love and soak up the magic as rich harmonies blend with killer guitar licks from LA's top country musicians.

Country Nation's playlist pays tribute to Country Music's top contemporary artists, including Miranda Lambert, Brad Paisley, Sara Evans, The Band Perry, Blake Shelton, while honoring classic artists like George Strait, Garth Brooks, Randy Travis, Faith Hill, Shania Twain, and more.

DSB has been highly revered by fans as the "next best thing" to Journey. They have captured the lush and signature sound of renowned vocalist Steve Perry and Journey in their prime. Complete with a band of world-class Los Angeles musicians, DSB remains true to Journey's musical legacy and delivers the nostalgic concert experience that will keep you Believin'.

The Dales are a five piece Americana roots-rock band, carried by three part harmonies and a deep appreciation for songwriting and early country music.

Decadent covers from every decade! 1959-2019.

In January of 2016, brothers Zachary and Dylan Zmed (acoustic guitars/vocals) and their partner (drummer in the group and son of founding members of ambrosia) Burleigh Drummond began developing The Everly Brothers Experience show.

Since then they have celebrated the pivotal sounds of The Everly Brothers music with enthusiastic crowds all across the US and over seas in iconic clubs, theaters, performing arts centers, casinos, ballrooms, and coliseums. The Zmeds say, “Our aim is to honor the aesthetics of their iconic sound and honor their unique place in music history all while telling our own personal story,” and they do just that.

Known as “The World’s Most Authentic Tribute to Van Halen”, FAN HALEN sets the stage for a night with Dave, Eddie, Alex and Michael with a true-to-life tribute to not only the band but the spirit of an era!

Based in Southern California, FAN HALEN has been together for over 10 years playing to enthusiastic crowds all over the US as well as the globe including Japan, South and Central America, Canada and Mexico.

Fantastic Diamond is an incredible live tribute show that takes the audience through a musical journey of Neil Diamond's greatest hits that span the last forty years. performed by vocalist Kevin Hogan and five incredible musicians behind him. Kevin possesses the unique ability to perform and sound just like Neil Diamond. This uncanny talent enables fantastic diamond to recreate and perform the music in a way that would make Neil himself proud!

Fast Times is the ORIGINAL Premier 80's Tribute band from Southern California. Established over 10 years ago, Fast Times continues to perform at clubs, concert theaters and private events at a national level. The band's live show - features 80's icons, JEFF SPICOLI, DEVO, SLASH (GNR) and NIKKI SIXX (Motley Crue). These 80's Icons that we portray are extremely recognizable and relatable to the 80's era. It's easy to understand that audiences instantly connect with the band during our live shows as they reminisce their childhood memories and music.

Pulling from over 3 decades of chart topping music, FOOZ FIGHTERS never cease to deliver the kind of high energy rock concert experience that have made the Foo Fighters one of the biggest rock bands in the world today. Expect to hear all the hits including Everlong, Learn to Fly, My Hero, All My Life, Times Like These and more as well as B-side classics such as Monkey Wrench, DOA and Big Me.

A tribute to Classic Rod Stewart

With an open and exploring spirit, two acoustic guitars, upright bass and kindred harmonies create folk-pop soundscapes that echo with roots guitar textures.

A third-generation country musician/singer/songwriter, Dean Simmons began his career as a tribute artist in 1994. Star of AXS TV’s World’s Greatest Tribute Bands and the world famous Legends in Concert, Dean presents a respectful and incredibly accurate tribute to country music icon Garth Brooks.

Southern California’s premier high-energy, contemporary country band, Gold Rush Country combines the showmanship sensibilities of a classic rock act with the heart and soul of today’s top 40 country hits. The band has appeared in concert with Grammy Award-winners Little Big Town and Kacey Musgraves, Kixx Brooks (Brooks & Dunn), Eddie Money, and Justin Moore. With female and male lead vocals, a driving rhythm section, seamless vocal harmonies, and virtuoso instrumentalists, Gold Rush Country gets people’s feet tapping & two-stepping!

Based in Los Angeles, Hollywood U2 lays claim to the title of World’s Greatest U2 Tribute Band. Known as not simple U2 impersonators who have an uncanny resemblance to the original band, they are consummate musicians bringing the true heart of U2 to every performance. Hollywood U2 is the only band to date to be selected to perform twice on the AXS.tv show “The World’s Greatest Tribute Bands.” Their set list includes “One,” “Bad,” “Where the Streets Have No Name,” “Sunday Bloody Sunday,” “With or Without You,” “Pride (In the Name of Love),” “Vertigo,” “Beautiful Day,” “New Year’s Day,” and “Mysterious Ways.”

A classic rock band based in Ventura County. They play tunes from Cheap Trick, Bad Company, The Eagles, The Doobie Bros., The Rolling Stones, The Beatles and many other great bands. They also play Disco, Country and some Pop tunes.

A classic rock, soul and country band, known for its energetic performances, a tight, in-the-pocket groove and a repertoire of all great Classic Rock, Soul, and Country songs.

The Jack of Hearts Band authentically replicates the sound of Dylan — from the early 60's folk scene to his radical electric conversion culminating in Blonde on Blonde, the Woodstock years, and through the 70's to masterpieces such as Blood on the Tracks, the Rolling Thunder Revue and beyond.

Dylan's legendary collaborators—The Band—who famously backed him on his '66 and '74 tour, as well as on The Basement Tapes, are also heavily featured.

High energy California Country - roots rockers who weave together rock ’n’ roll, country, blues and folk styles into a spirited feel good blend.

The son of John McEuen, well-known rock star banjo picker and co-founder of the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Jonathan McEuen was born to sing and play. With talent oozing from every pore, Jonathan has played all over the world.

Journey USA is the closest thing to ‘70s & ‘80s Journey music you’ll ever hear!

Just ask Steve Perry, who once hired Journey USA’s lead singer to do vocal work on his solo album. Add the rest of the band—a keyboard player from Grammy-award winners Survivor, a guitarist who played and penned multiple hits for Great White in the ‘80s MTV era, a drummer who, alongside the guitarist, tours with Great White today, and a bassist who performs with Iron Butterfly's, Mike Pinera—and you have Journey USA!

Jumping Jack Flash honors the privilege of re-creating a Rolling Stones live performance by delivering what audiences come to see — the theatrics and power of the “Greatest Rock-n-Roll Band In The World” in its’ prime. They Perform songs from all periods of The Stones’ legendary career. The greatest care has been given to the smallest details, to insure that song performance, wardrobe, instrumentation, etc., are spot-on re-creations of the real thing.

Country

The K-Tel All Stars are a stellar representation of a rock concert straight out of the '70's! Their show is engaging, professional, humorous, and exhilarating, as they take their audience on a musical journey through the unparalleled songs that define a generation.

The internationally touring show Kalimba, The Spirit of Earth Wind and Fire provides an Earth Wind & Fire experience so satisfying it transports audiences back to the excitement of the first time they heard these unforgettable songs. Reproducing the infectious grooves created by EWF’s late founder Maurice White, Kalimba pays homage to Maurice with its exciting stage and lighting production. The show authentically replicates the signature high notes of Philip Bailey, the thick vocals harmonies of Maurice and Ralph Johnson, along with the grooving bass lines of Verdine White.

Elton John tribute

Las Cafeteras is a Chicano band from East Los Angeles, California. Their music fuses spoken word and folk music, with traditional Son jarocho, Afro-Mexican music and zapateado dancing.

Having formed in 1988 and recently featured on AXS TV’s “World’s Greatest Tribute Bands,” Led Zepagain has become highly regarded as the most authentic representation of Led Zeppelin in the world today.

Los Angeles noir-pop quartet plays an inventive blend of catchy original tunes and head turning takes on modern classics. Ukuleles, accordion, horns, and upright bass combine with Shirli McAllen’s commanding yet silky sultry intones.

Since 2013, this band comprised of top-notch LA veteran musicians offers powerhouse vocals & stellar showmanship led by the accomplished vocalist Jill Marie Burke.

Since their debut in 1999 the band has earned its place among the top-drawing tribute acts in North America and is regarded as one of the finest Eagles tributes in the world. Marked by lush vocal harmonies and exceptional musical accuracy, every TLR performance delivers a reverence for the beloved Eagles studio recordings with The Long Run's own live concert energy. Their song list includes "Hotel California," "Take It Easy," "Take It to the Limit," "Lyin’ Eyes," "The Best of My Love," "Peaceful Easy Feeling," "Desperado," "The Long Run," "One of These Nights," and "Life in the Fast Lane."

The most authentic Guns N' Roses tribute band, that will take you on a ride that encompasses GN'R's entire career, from '85 on.

MIRAGE - Visions of Fleetwood Mac celebrates the classic lineup of the legendary superstar band. Based in Los Angeles, the members of "Mirage" capture the look and sound of Fleetwood Mac live in concert. The band is a spinoff of the highly successful band, "Bella Donna - A Tribute to Stevie Nicks", which was awarded the highest honor of being praised by the real Ms. Nicks after she heard a live performance by singer Michelle Tyler and the band. "Bella Donna" also appeared on AXS TV after being crowned one of The "World's Greatest Tribute Bands". "Mirage" focuses squarely on Fleetwood Mac and their Greatest Hits in the five piece authentic concert recreation.

Electronic jazz pioneer and pianist Mark de Clive-Lowe blends acoustic, electronic and world music exploring themes of belonging and identity. Equal parts jazz, house, hip hop and broken beat artist, Jazziz sums him up perfectly — "way before jazz hybridity became a worldwide phenomenon, de Clive-Lowe was busy designing its blueprint."

"Modern Day Variety Dance Band" Modern Platinum Groove is a high-energy, 5 piece musical act that covers your favorite songs from across the decades.

Same website and info as "Platinum Groove" but an "edgier" option with fewer performers.

Smooth hits from the 1970’s and early 1980’s. Based out of Ventura.

Oh What a Night! Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons tribute.

It features all the original hits as well as several Top 10 releases not in Broadway’s Tony award-winning hit. This includes Frankie Valli’s biggest solo hit from the blockbuster movie Grease! The result is a show as fresh and relevant today as it is nostalgic for the purists.

Backyard roots-n-roll. Think Wilco meets The Black Keys meets The Alabama Shakes with a side of Woody Guthrie and the Civil Wars.

Patio Club is the pandemic-formed roots and soul project led by LA’s Dustbowl Revival frontman Z. Lupetin. With no way to tour or share new songs during lockdowns, the prolific Lupetin brought together a talented group of friends including Lashon Halley (vocals), Chad Richard (electric guitar) and Nick Phakpiseth (bass) to play in the only place live music was allowed - his tiny backyard.

Platinum Groove is a high-energy, 10 piece musical act that covers your favorite songs from across the decades.

Their old website is gone and their social media links no longer work. And there's a Philadelphia band with the same name, so ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

A Woodstock-era tribute band based in Ventura, CA, Psychedelic Summer recreates a vibe and music that epitomize the late 60s and 70s music scene, from Janis Joplin, Jefferson Airplane, Sly and the Family Stone and Buffalo Springfield to Beatles, Doors, CSNY, Creedence and Steppenwolf.

Formed in 2004, the Los Angeles-based tribute band Queen Nation carry on the tradition of legendary band Queen and their charismatic lead performer Freddie Mercury, who earned high ranks as one of the most powerful, iconic groups in rock history. Paying homage to the golden age of vintage Queen concerts, Queen Nation’s production accurately preserves the image, sound, and stage persona while performing Queen’s greatest hits. Queen Nation’s live retrospective journey includes such Queen favorites as “We Will Rock You,” “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “We Are the Champions,” “Crazy Little Thing Called Love,” “You’re My Best Friend,” “Another One Bites the Dust,” “Under Pressure,” and “Killer Queen.”

With her 2017 debut Shame, Americana songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Rachel Baiman emerged as a fearless voice of the American female experience. “Shame” was featured on NPR’s “Songs We Love”, called a “Rootsy Wake-up Call” by Folk Alley, and described by Vice’s “Noisey” as “flipping off authority one song at a time.” On her new full-length album Cycles, Baiman has found a grittier musical medium for her signature unabashed and defiant songwriting, employing a majority-female team including co-producer Olivia Hally, known as the front woman of Indie-pop band Oh Pep!

The Ultimate Aerosmith Tribute is dedicated to recreating Aerosmith’s iconic sound, energy and stage presence with their well-tailored, high voltage live production for fans of both the classic rock period and the "more recent MTV era hits".

These women of rock pay homage to the Bad Boys from Boston in full regalia, paying special attention to the little details that define a genuine Aerosmith experience.

More than once the question has come up. “…Well what (or who) does it sound like?” The short answer might be “well… it sounds like Ray & The Brothers”. But when pressed to compare, it might be accurate to point to one part Sam Cooke, one part Albert King, a pinch of Albert Collins, one part Delbert Mc Clinton, a touch of Keb Mo’, some Van Morrison with a little Holland- Dozier- Holland thrown in.

When Raymond Michael was a freshman operatic voice major and football player at California Lutheran University in Thousand Oaks, CA, he was asked to represent the football team on a panel when a hypnotist show came on campus. The hypnotist asked Michael to perform as Elvis; he did, received a standing ovation, and has been performing as Elvis ever since.

Relish is a truly versatile rock and roll dance band playing everything from rock, R&B, disco, blues, country, and pop to current radio hits. With outstanding vocals and superb musicianship, Relish offers a unique and energetic live music experience playing great songs from the 60’s to the latest hits!

Creating a magical and organic vibe that translates into the feeling of the music. Since 2012, the band has released four homegrown records and an EP. “The Riverside is a traditional melodic and harmony-driven folk string band hailing from Southern California, founded by husband and wife Jake and Lorien Jeanson in 2012. The highly engaging four-piece [band] dynamically performs around one microphone, where each instrument and voice crafts a specific part of each story; creating intimate, savory folk music that warms the heart and feeds the soul.” - Nicholas Edward Williams, Earthtone Booking.

50 years of Sir Rod’s brilliant career, “Rod The Mod” delivers all the big hits, while also reaching back to bring you gems from the early days of his solo albums, to his time with Faces, and even showcasing a few songs from his time with the legendary Jeff Beck Group.

Country.

Sean has toured the U.S., playing more than 150 dates per year while opening for and sharing stages with the likes of Montgomery Gentry, Blues Traveler, Cyndi Lauper and the Bodeans. As an award-winning writer and performer, Sean has music placement in films, on TV, and on the radio both nationally and internationally.

A six-piece pop country music group located in Southern California that performs hits from artists such as Maren Morris and Miranda Lambert to Luke Bryan and Thomas Rhett.

If you fancy Lady Antebellum and Luke Bryan, to Adele and AC/DC, SMITH will deliver a legit, high-energy show that appeals to a wide variety of audiences.

All the awesome sounds, styles, and way cool dance steps from the 1980s decade we’d love to forget. Complete with skinny ties, Brill Creamed hair, and horn-rimmed glasses, The Spazmatics recapture all the best of the worst.

An 8 piece, horn-blowing, foot-stomping Classic Soul and Motown tribute band.

The Surf City Allstars are the only “tribute” band on the planet where each and every member toured in the Beach Boys and Jan & Dean.

Taylor Ashton is a Canadian singer and songwriter living in Brooklyn. He spent the first half of his twenties on the road across Canada as frontman of the band Fish & Bird before moving to New York to work on a new set of songs and a new chapter of life.

Teresa Russell is one of the best guitarists out there: male or female. She has performed all over the world and has shared the stage with guitar rockers such as Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Johnny Winter, Carl Palmer, Walter Trout, Carl Verheyen, Corby Yates and others.

Referred to as “the perfect blend between Sinatra and Motown” Crooning sensation. Terrell’s style of music is that organic blend which becomes the soundtrack to moments in your life that evokes the fondest of memories.

America’s leading tribute to the one and only Beatles, “Ticket To Ride” cast members have performed sold out concerts in Germany, Japan, New Zealand and the Philippines. Authentic costumes, instruments and precise note-for-note renditions of the greatest songs ever written.

The Tom Corbett Trio is an All-Star group of southern California musicians whose members have played with Robin & Linda Williams, Cache Valley Drifters, Doc Severson and Elly May Clampett.

The Tribe is a collective of LA based session and touring musicians and singers, joined by a variety of celebrated artists to perform for various causes. We love what we do and use our creative skills to raise money and awareness.

Check out their web Instagram and Facebook pages to see some of the well-known artists that play with the band.

With a former International Recording Artist, Stu Saddoris on lead vocals; a 3-Time AXS TV “World’s Greatest Tribute Bands” Alumni, Rich Graham on keyboards and rhythm guitar; former XYZ guitarist and veteran tribute player Sean Michael Clegg handling lead guitar; Ty Dennis, who’s day job is drumming for the likes of The Doors, The Motels and Three Dog Night; and the eclectic ever-touring bassist Adam Levy, TRINITY brings the best to deliver the biggest hits of Journey, Foreigner and Styx in 3 individual, concert format sets.

The authentic performances feature many of George Strait’s hits including Amarillo By Morning, All My Exes Live In Texas, Ocean Front Property, Here For A Good Time, and many more!

Members of The Troubadour Experience have opened for and been band members of national acts such as The Gatlin Brothers, The Judds, Darius Rucker, Blake Shelton, Gary Allan, and Pat Green.

Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band truly provided the soundtrack to a generation, especially for those growing up in the Mid-West. Turn the Page – A Tribute to Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band faithfully recreates all the classic Bob Seger material including “Old Time Rock and Roll,” “Night Moves,” “Against The Wind,” and, of course, “Turn the Page.” If there ever was a pure Rock and Roll fact, it's that Bob Seger's music is at its BEST when performed LIVE! For the last 12 years, Turn The Page has been capturing and delivering that excitement and passion to audiences all over the country.

A modern interpretation of Fleetwood Mac that is “MORE THAN JUST A TRIBUTE”, Twisted Gypsy takes you back to the early days of Hollywood’s Sunset Strip and the heyday of 70’s Rock ’n Roll. They will transport you back in time to memories you forgot you had with their passion, ULTRA HIGH ENERGY, stellar all-live harmonies, fun stage banter AND RAW, TRACK-FREE performances!

Classic rock, blues, funk and disco.

Unkle Monkey plays music from around the world, which includes pop, rock, and funk! The lead singer, Steve Stafford, has traveled to and/or performed in 10 countries and 26 states in the United States.

Victoria Bailey is a singer-songwriter living in Huntington Beach, California. Deeply influenced by Country music’s reigning queens Dolly and Emmylou, Bailey’s songwriting remains true to its roots with all roads leading back to heartfelt stories. From barn-burning ballads and cowboy laments to straight-from-the-heart love songs, Bailey offers up a thematic collection of originals plus, one classic cover on her first full-length Country album, Jesus, Red Wine & Patsy Cline set to release Spring 2020, produced by Jeremy Long.

WANTED is the nation’s number one tribute band performing the music of BON JOVI. Based out of Los Angeles California, WANTED is an incredible concert experience that captures the atmosphere, excitement, and fun of the arena rock anthems that can only be described as BON JOVI. Consisting of some of the Los Angeles music scene’s top musicians, WANTED re-create the music of BON JOVI with the same energy, professionalism and spectacle as a real BON JOVI show.

Playing all your 70s and 80s pop radio rock songs that you hate to admit you love, plus much more. If it grooves, chances are THE YACHT GROOVE performs it.
I can't find websites or anything about them, but they are not a Yachtly Crew typo.

Billing themselves as “The Titans of Soft Rock,” Yachtley Crew is a Los Angeles-based band of talented, tenured musicians with common goals: (1) entertaining music lovers with some of the greatest songs ever written back in the late 70s and early 80s; and (2) having as much fun as possible while performing those hits. While their musical genre is known by some as “soft rock,” others may identify it as “Yacht rock,” a more recently coined phrase. Featuring unerring song renditions as well as outstanding stage presence and on-stage antics, Yachtley Crew’s song list includes Christopher Cross’s “Ride Like the Wind,” Boz Scagg’s “Lowdown” and “Lido,” Billy Ocean’s “Caribbean Queen,” Toto’s “Africa” and “Rosanna,” Player’s “Baby Come Back,” Gerry Rafferty’s “Baker Street,” Steely Dan’s “Reeling in the Years,” and George Michael’s “Careless Whisper.”