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An affable lottery winner decides to bring his favorite singer to a remote island off the coast of Wales for a private concert. Turns out, he's invited the singer's ex-bandmate/ex-girlfriend, too.

On Wednesday, April 24 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., Jacumba Hot Springs Hotel is hosting a dedication ceremony and community open house to celebrate its grand opening and introduce the property to its friends, Mountain Empire neighbors, and supporters. Officials from Jacumba Hot Springs, San Diego County, and other regional government, civic, education, and non-profit organizations will be on hand. The Mountain Empire High School Band are scheduled to perform. The family-friendly event will feature free soaks for guests in one of the hotel’s mineral springs soaking pools. Attendees include: Jacumba Hot Springs Hotel Owners/Founders Jeff Osborne, Melissa Strukel and Corbin Winters; San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson; Imperial County Supervisor Peggy Price; State of California Colorado River Board Commissioner JB Hamby; Imperial Irrigation District Director Karin Eugenio; Mountain Empire School District Superintendent Pat Keeley; San Diego County Rural Sheriff Sargent Fred Duey; Anza Borrego State Park Superintendent Ray Lennox; Anza Borrego Foundation Executive Director Brianna Fordem; El Centro Mayor Sylvia Marroquin; El Centro City Manager Cedric Cesena; El Centro City Council Member Tomas Olivia; Mountain Empire Historical Society President Larry JohnsonThe Mountain Empire High School Band. Wednesday, April 24, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. PST. Ribbon cutting and remarks at 11 a.m. Jacumba Hot Springs Hotel is located at 44500 Old Hwy 80, Jacumba Hot Springs, CA 91934 ABOUT JACUMBA HOT SPRINGS HOTEL: An hour east of downtown San Diego lies Jacumba Hot Springs Hotel, the crown jewel and heartbeat of the tiny town that shares its name. The newly revitalized property features 20 guest rooms and two pools filled with water sourced directly from the abundant natural mineral springs that have been the city's calling card for over a century. Owners Jeff Osborne, Melissa Strukel, and Corbin Winters fell in love with the town at first sight, drawn in by the indescribable high desert magic of Jacumba and its people. The trio spent several years breathing life back into the property and stewarding the renewal of the natural landscape, drawing inspiration from Morocco, Mexico and beyond. Find out more at www.jacumba.com.

For NPR Music's hip-hop and R&B editor, no list could capture an accurate picture of the year, yet there's still value in calling out the albums that felt unignorable.

From Camp Pendleton, California, the 1st Marine Division Band will present a memorable evening of musical entertainment in Oceanside, California. The 50-member ensemble promises an exciting, versatile concert that the entire family will enjoy. Their program will include selections from the band's varied repertoire, such as familiar marches, traditional classics, and patriotic favorites. This concert is free and open to the public. The performance will take place at Junior Seau Pier Amphitheatre on March 26, 2024 and is set to begin at 5 p.m. For more information, please follow our Facebook at 1mardivband.

Stream now with KPBS+ / Watch Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025 at 9:30 p.m. on KPBS TV. Experience the soulful vibes of the San Felipe Blues & Arts Festival, featuring bands from distant places that captivate both locals and expats. Then, we step back in time to savor the world-famous Alfredo's pasta, an invention by the late chef at Alfredo's Restaurant in San Felipe. Pasta, tuna, and mouthwatering desserts await.

From the KPBS/Arts newsletter: Maybe I've been working in local arts for too long, but if you gave me two seconds to name whatever jazz trumpeters first came to mind, I'd say Miles Davis and Gilbert Castellanos, our own local icon. If you're anything like that, then this concert is made for you. Castellanos will perform at the Rady Shell with his band to celebrate Davis' "Kind of Blue," which was released 65 years ago to the date of this concert. 7:30 p.m., Aug. 17. $18-$70. —Julia Dixon Evans, KPBS From the organizers: Join Gilbert Castellanos and friends as they celebrate Miles Davis and his all-star band at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park. One of the greatest albums of all time and the best-selling jazz album ever, Miles Davis' masterpiece "Kind of Blue" is as relevant and revered today as when it was recorded in 1959. Talented student musicians of the Young Lions Jazz Conservatory perform a pre-concert set.

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Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 9 p.m. + Encore at 10:30 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream now with KPBS Passport! Rock out with the iconic multi-platinum-selling 80s pop legends in a reunion concert before a sold-out hometown London crowd in 2016. Original band members Boy George, Roy Hay, Mikey Craig and Jon Moss ignite the stage performing their biggest hits.

The National World War Two Museum and the Gary Sinise Foundation celebrate the trailblazing women who worked in the American defense industry in the 1940s, and preserve their stories for future generations.

Winter for Best Jazz Artist at the 2024 San Diego Music Awards ” From the moment Mercedes Moore takes the stage you can’t look away. She welcomes you to the show, thanks you for coming, and the band rips into its opening chords. As dancers rush to the floor, the smile on Mercedes’ face grows more radiant; you’re in her world and nothing else matters. You might think she was destined to do this, but you’d be wrong. Moore grew up doubting her skills, “I didn’t think that I could sing.” She says. “I didn’t think it was possible.” That was then, this is now. Today, fronting her own band, Mercedes works hard to be more than a voice. She wants fans to feel the music, the way she feels the music. Watching faces in the crowd on this night, as Mercedes swings through an extensive playlist of ballads, blues, and soul shakers, it’s obvious she has them right where she wants them. Yet, the most remarkable aspect of this story, the woman has only been singing professionally for a little more than eight years. Eight years. Let there be no doubt, Mercedes Moore is making the most of her time. As a three-time San Diego Music Award nominee, Moore performs regularly with some of Southern California’s premier musicians. The list is endless–Taryn Donath, John Simons, Mark Campbell, Marc Ramos, Tracy Wiebeck, Kurt Kalker, Matt Taylor, Steve Wilcox, Scot Smart, Missy Andersen, Sharifah Muhammad, and Laura Chavez–to name but a few. When asked, Moore is straightforward about the multitude of players. “It just makes you a better singer.” She smiles. “And different people have different strengths. Plus, I want to learn, so I can be better.” It appears to be working. Mercedes Moore is currently juggling four major projects and her music can range from blues, gospel, and R&B to a boatload of classic rock and blue-eyed soul. This does not take into consideration the assortment of duo and trio sets, the occasional jazz venture, and an array of impromptu performances with local and visiting artists. “ …. read the rest at sandiegotroubadour.com/12256/ See More Events: bardicmanagement.com/events For more information visit: bardicmanagement.com