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The stage is set, the taps are ready to flow, and the 28th Annual ShamROCK Music + Beer Festival is gearing up to be the ultimate convergence of live music, green and craft beer, Irish and other grubs, games and shenanigans, and a guaranteed good time on Saturday, March 16, 2024, from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m. in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter. More than a pub crawl, ShamROCK seamlessly combines the artistry of a good brew with the energetic pulse of live Celtic music, making it a must-attend event for beer and whiskey connoisseurs, music enthusiasts, Irish brethren, and anyone seeking an epic Gaelic San Diego day. Crafted to Perfection |For nearly 30 years, ShamROCK has been a tastemaker's haven, seamlessly blending the best in craft beer, Irish beer and whiskey cocktails with a carefully curated selection of Celtic rock and tribute bands. The Gaslamp Quarter becomes an urban façade of Irish rolling hills, setting the stage for an immersive experience of pub-style seating, distinctive brews, traditional Irish dance performances, classic Irish and international grubs and a musical lineup that hits all the right notes.Shenanigans Beyond the Sips and Sounds |The ShamROCK Shenanigans Block is where the fun gets interactive. From classic games like Jenga and Cornhole to quirky contests like Unicorn Races and Rainbow Streamer Relays, attendees can engage in playful revelry and light hearted donnybrook. The ShamROCK leprechaun emcee adds a dash of mischief, hosting stage showdowns with prizes that that promise to spark friendly brute & brawn.Pint Stage Lineup |2:30pm - 3:30 pm | SKELPIN – An Irish folk group that fuses Celtic music and Spanish flamenco.4:00pm - 5:00pm | ASS POCKET WHISKEY FELLAS – Often incorporating crowd participation of all ages, their playlist runs from Irish traditional to classic rock, drawing a wide range of appeal.5:30pm - 6:45pm | FINNEGAN BLUE – Blending rock, bluegrass, Irish, gospel, reggae, and NOLA second line with a punk rock inspired edge.7:15pm - 8:45pm | LEXINGTON FIELD – A fiddle rock band with original sound, catchy melodies, and high-energy live shows that you won’t want to miss!9:15pm - 11:00pm | THE FOOKS – The iconic San Diego Irish band that you can’t live without!Get ready for a euphoric journey of musical nostalgia at the Rainbow Stage! While the Pint Stage brings you the authentic pulse of Ireland with its top Irish and Celtic acts, the Rainbow Stage is set to come alive with melodies of the region’s top tribute and cover bands playing renditions of familiar favorites. This stage is a vibrant homage to the songs that defined generations, performed by the region's most acclaimed tribute and cover bands.Rainbow Stage Lineup |2:30pm - 3:30pm |BLINK 180 TRUE – America’s #1 Blink-182 tribute band!4:00pm – 5:00pm | FAUX FIGHTERS – The Greatest Tribute to the Foo Fighters!5:30pm - 6:45pm | LIES N ROSES – Passionate musicians recreating the energy of an immersive Guns ‘n’ Roses experience!7:15pm - 8:45pm | CASSIE B – Show-stopping talent promising an experience you won’t forget.9:15pm – 11:00pm | PAGING THE 90S – SoCal’s raddest 90’s cover band performing the top hits of the decade.Ticket Tiers to Suit Every Lad, Lass and Lil’ Tike |General Admission tickets kick off at $39, granting access to the full spectrum of festivities and live music. Elevate your experience with VIP tickets starting at $79, offering an exclusive package that includes 4 drinks, expedited entry, access to the Lucky Leprechaun VIP Irish Pub, a stylish Saint Patrick’s Day hat, upgraded restroom facilities, and a few surprises up our sleeves.ShamROCK offers Gaelic galore for the whole clan and offers Lil’ Tike tickets and Military discounts.Serving More Than Just Good Times|Beyond the revelry, ShamROCK gives back by supporting the Gaslamp Quarter Historical Foundation (GQHF), a non-profit dedicated to preserving the architectural, historical, and cultural heritage of the Gaslamp Quarter. Dive into the heart of San Diego's history at the Gaslamp Museum, housed in the city's oldest building, the Davis-Horton House.For more information, line-ups, tickets, and more, visit www.SanDiegoShamROCK.com

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A day full of train songs, with more adventures around Old Poway Park. All free! The Poway-Midland Railroad will be running the narrow-gauge vintage trains around the park for a nominal fee, which goes to support the nonprofit organization that maintains the railroad. The following is our schedule of performers on the Gazebo Stage:10 a.m. - Hullabaloo. We will start the day with family-friendly folk fun from our friends at Hullabaloo. Grab something from the farmers market and bring the kids on over.11 a.m. - Patty Hall. We have coaxed Patty out of her pandemic pause for this show. Her shows make people happy!Noon - Cowboy Jack. Cowboy Jack knows ALL the classic country songs, and knows how to deliver them so you know he means it. This man is the Real Deal.1 p.m. - Sara Petite. She shows what a century of American music sounds like filtered through the psyche of a 21st century west coast woman.2 p.m. - Clinton Davis. It is doubtful there is another San Diegan as versed in old time folk music repertoire, and certainly not one as skilled at so many instruments. We do not know if he will be playing guitar, banjo, fiddle, or his banjo-mandolin – but we know it will smoke!3 p.m. - Tyler Grant. We are tickled to get this man on our stage for the first time. He is an icon in that world where Doc Watson and Jerry Garcia equally inspire guitar pickers, and we hope to see more of him, so make sure you stick around and say “Howdy”.

A new production by one of the founding members of Celtic Woman, Mairead Nesbitt returns to the stage of storytelling and spellbinding traditions with "CELTIC SPELLS". Love and loss. Passion and struggle. As old a story as any could be, as real and relevant as today. "Celtic Spells" invites you on a journey through the mystical landscapes of Ireland, Scotland, Wales, and beyond. From the rolling green hills to the rugged coastlines, each scene comes alive with the spirit of the Celts, embracing their mythology, traditions, and deep connection to nature while telling the story of love and loss. Passion and struggle. Talented musicians breathe life into traditional Celtic instruments like the fiddle, harp, bodhran, and bagpipes while dancers take to the stage, their graceful movements and intricate footwork convey the ancient stories and legends passed down through generations. Grammy and Emmy nominated artist and composer, Máiréad Nesbitt, hailed as a ‘demon of a fiddle player’, will grace the stage with her world-renowned skills. “Celtic Spells” is not just a show; it is an immersive experience that celebrates the beauty, resilience, and magic of Celtic culture. It pays homage to the rich heritage and traditions that have shaped the Celtic nations, offering a glimpse into their unique customs, folklore, and spiritual beliefs. Whether you have Celtic roots or simply appreciate the beauty of this ancient culture, “Celtic Spells” promises to be a feast for the senses. From the vibrant costumes to the breathtaking set designs, every aspect of the show is carefully crafted to transport you to the heart of the Celtic realm.Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X

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Thursday's first song in 13 years leads off this edition of 8 Tracks, which we'll have to call 10 Tracks because there's been too much good music lately.

As a social-impact organization and home to a Grammy Award-winning musical ensemble, Silkroad works to inspire collaboration in innovative ways that add more equity and justice into the world through the power of the arts. Today, under the leadership of Artistic Director Rhiannon Giddens, Silkroad reaches new heights through a commitment to new music, a re-sparked mission towards cultural collaboration, and a reinvigorated focus to high-quality arts education that both reflects its mission and the times in which we live.Silkroad’s newest initiative, American Railroad, illuminates the impact of African American, Chinese, Indigenous, Irish, and other immigrant communities on the creation of the US Transcontinental Railroad and connecting railways in North America. Exploring the dissemination of cultures across the United States, the railroad was to North America what the Silk Road was to China, the Far East and Europe. These and other immigrant populations played a fundamental role in one of America’s most important technological and economic achievements of the 19th century – and shaped its cultural identity – yet their contributions have all too often been erased from history. This performance will amplify untold stories to paint a richer, more accurate picture of the origins of the American Empire which profoundly reverberate today, and the formation of our multifaceted American identities.Led by artistic director Rhiannon Giddens, each stop on the American Railroad tour will contextualize — or rather re-contextualize — the railroad through music. Chinese traditional music on the suona and pipa are contrasted with the fiddle and banjo of Black musical traditions, or their Indigenous and Celtic counterparts. These cultural intersections reveal a thread of commonality despite their varied origins, and remind us of the intricately rich American story.As highlighted in the New York Times, Silkroad’s newest undertaking challenges modern perceptions of the American identity by highlighting stories untold and voices unheard. The program features new, original music written by Ensemble members and outside composers.About Silkroad |Yo-Yo Ma conceived Silkroad in 1998, recognizing the historical Silk Road as a model for radical cultural collaboration—for the exchange of ideas, tradition, and innovation across borders. In an innovative experiment, he brought together musicians from the lands of the Silk Road to co-create a musical language founded in difference, thus creating the foundation of Silkroad: both a touring ensemble comprised of world-class musicians from all over the globe and a social-impact organization working to make a positive impact across borders through the arts. Today, under the leadership of Artistic Director Rhiannon Giddens, Silkroad leads social impact initiatives and educational programming alongside the creation of new music by the Grammy Award-winning Silkroad Ensemble. For more information, please visit Silkroad.org.About Rhiannon Giddens |Rhiannon Giddens has made a singular, iconic career out of stretching her brand of folk music, with its miles-deep historical roots and contemporary sensibilities, into just about every field imaginable. A two-time GRAMMY Award-winning singer and instrumentalist, MacArthur “Genius” grant recipient, and composer of opera, ballet, and film, Giddens has centered her work around the mission of lifting up people whose contributions to American musical history have previously been overlooked or erased, and advocating for a more accurate understanding of the country’s musical origins through art.As Pitchfork once said, “few artists are so fearless and so ravenous in their exploration”—a journey that has led to NPR naming her one of its 25 Most Influential Women Musicians of the 21st Century and to American Songwriter calling her “one of the most important musical minds currently walking the planet.”Her third solo studio album, You’re The One, was released in August 2023 on Nonesuch Records.

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