14th Anniversary Celebration

On Saturday, May 17th, Smog City Brewing Co. invites beer lovers and party travelers alike to enter the “14th Dimension Celebration,” a full-day, retro-futuristic festival in honor of its 14th anniversary. From 12pm to 10pm at Smog City Brewery & Taproom in Torrance, guests will be transported into a parallel Smogiverse of limited-edition beer, cosmic music, and intergalactic vibes.

Smog City is commemorating the occasion with a special West Coast IPA anniversary beer release, special draft list and a lineup of local food trucks serving up galaxy-grade eats: AGL Craft Meats, Alitas Jalisco, and Vivace Pizza.

The event features a dual-DJ lineup with DJ Bombshelter (1-4 PM) and DJ SMRTY (5-8 PM) spinning cosmic soundscapes across an expanded patio, complete with yard gamesNerf gun target practice, and exclusive anniversary merch drops.

The event is free to attendopen to all ages, and includes non-alcoholic options at the bar. Free on-site & street parking is available.

Daniel Lanois

Join REFLECTIONS for an evening of sound and light with legendary ambient producer Daniel Lanois and fourth world trio Total Blue, co-presented by KCRW and Synth History. Blending studio-to-stage techniques, Lanois will perform a solo ambient set for pedal steel and sampler, using a multitrack setup to reimagine his existing material in real time. Don’t miss this chance to experience Lanois live in a gorgeous cathedral, immersed in transcendent light.

DANIEL LANOIS is a producer, singer, pedal steel guitarist, and visionary sound designer, born in Quebec, Canada, now based in Los Angeles.

With his production partner Brian Eno, Lanois made a series of timeless records that practically define the ambient genre. 1982’s Ambient 4: On Land. 1983’s Apollo: Atmospheres & Soundtracks. 1984’s The Pearl. Each one evokes a sense of weightlessness and gentle abstraction, bringing to the foreground a series of ethereal, yet visceral, landscapes.

Further albums with Jon Hassell, Harold Budd, U2, Bob Dylan, and Peter Gabriel further expanded the idea of studio-as-instrument, making every part of the production an integral component of the overall texture, and striking the perfect balance between avant-garde experimentation and straightforward pleasure.

His first major pop production effort was on U2’s The Unforgettable Fire (1984). His work attracted the attention of Peter Gabriel, who hired Lanois to produce the album So (1986). Combined with the commercial success of So, Lanois’s work on U2’s The Joshua Tree (1987) and Achtung Baby (1991) made him the most sought-after producer in rock music.

Yet Lanois is a songwriter, and his solo work mines the spiritual expanse of his lived experience. With his gliding pedal steel guitar, his albums explore grassroots music, French impressionism, electronic soundscapes, dub, Mexican ballads, gospel… in other words, a world of depth and emotion, crystallized in song and sound.

TOTAL BLUE is the atmospheric fusion trio of Nicky Benedek, Alex Talan, and Anthony Calonico. based in Los Angeles. Their self-titled debut was released on Music From Memory in 2024, an etheric vision of ambient soundtracks, minimal house, and shimmering fourth-world landscapes.

Painting with a lush palette of digital synths, Akai EVI wind synthesizer, fretless bass, and guitar, the trio masterfully balance texture and color, evoking wide expansive vistas that stretch from LA right out to the furthest reaches of sky and sea. This is “Total Blue” — a place of time and timelessness where echoes of history and tradition merge with rootless inhuman sonics.

Holidayfest on South Lake Avenue

South Lake’s 2016 Holiday Celebration!

Pasadena’s South Lake Avenue kicks off its holiday celebration at 12:00pm on Saturday, December 3rd with family friendly activities around the district! Presented by the South Lake Business Association with fun for the whole family! Guests can enjoy:

  • Complimentary Parking, Admission & Holiday Activities
  • In-Store Specials and Promotions
  • Photos with Santa
  • Horse and Carriage Rides
  • Holiday Characters
  • Live Music and Carolers
  • A Scavenger Hunt
  • Holiday Crafts for the Kids
  • Free Parking available at the Corporate Center Pasadena parking structure located at 251 S. Lake Avenue (View Map!)

SPECIAL LIVE MUSIC PERFORMANCES @ SANTA’S VILLAGE
The Shops on Lake Stage: 345 S. Lake Avenue, Pasadena

SPECIAL LIVE MUSIC PERFORMANCES @ KID ZONE
Corporate Center Pasadena Stage: 251 S. Lake Avenue, Pasadena

  • 1:00pm & 3:00pm: LUCKY DIAZ AND THE FAMILY JAM BAND – Latin Grammy Winners, Multiple Emmy nominated Children’s Artist; People Magazine’s #1 Pick as seen on Sprout, CNN, PBS, NPR & Univision!

FOR MORE DETAILS:

  • Please call 626-792-1259
  • View pics of South Lake’s 2015 Holiday Celebration!
  • Follow South Lake on Facebook , Twitter, and Instagram!
  • Details subject to change

Rocky Dawuni + DJ Drez

Rocky Dawuni – Ghanaian musician and activist straddles the boundaries between Africa, the Caribbean and the U.S. to create his appealing Afro Roots sound that unites generations and cultures. A galvanizing performer, Dawuni has shared the stage with Stevie Wonder, Peter Gabriel, Bono, Jason Mraz, Janelle Monae and John Legend, among many others. Named one of Africa’s Top 10 global stars by CNN, he has showcased his talent at prestigious venues such as The Kennedy Center, Lincoln Center and The Hollywood Bowl.   Influenced by the soulful beats of Fela Kuti, the positive messages of Bob Marley and the infectious, sing-along anthems of Michael Franti and K’naan – Rocky Dawuni’s sixth album, Branches of the Same Tree, was released by Cumbancha in 2015 and was nominated for a GRAMMY for “Best Reggae Album” for the 58th Annual GRAMMY Awards. The first single “African Thriller” and striking accompanying video have been making serious waves around the world!  http://www.rockydawuni.com 
 
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DJ Drez is in demand as a producer, musical director and sound ambassador. A master of his craft in the studio and on stage, Drez cuts and composes profoundly original tracks that facilitate body movement practice of all forms— be it dance, yoga asana or after-hours intimate/ecstatic.http:///www.djdrez.com 
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Dustbowl Revival

Dustbowl Revival is a Venice, California-based collective that merges old school bluegrass, gospel, pre-war blues, and the hot swing of New Orleans to form a spicy roots cocktail. Their Americana sounds are the perfect soundtrack for the 4th of July!

Festival begins at 6:30 p.m.

Music begins at 8:00 p.m.

dustbowlrevival.com