Sounds like San Diego VIII
The eighth edition of Sounds Like San Diego, will once again
feature some of today’s top local artists performing their takes on songs made
famous by artists from San Diego, 1960 – Today. The evening also includes
appearances by some of the original musicians, performing their classics, with
music historian Bart Mendoza giving commentary on the area’s rich musical
history throughout.
Sounds Like San Diego VIII’s song selections will include
music from Iron Butterfly, The Cascades, Switchfoot, Jack Tempchin, David
Gates, JJ Cale, Ratt and more!
For this show there will be three themes running through the
fast paced show, with singer-songwriters, musical pioneers and sixties soul all
part of the mix of sounds. This year’s performers are:
Jesse Davis : The
legendary Northern soul singer will sing his 1967 classic “Gonna Hang On In
There Girl.”
The Dinettes: This
pioneering all female bands’ first show in 37 years! The Dinettes helped set
the template indie rockers follow today. The night includes original members
Doriot Lair, Sue Delguidice, Joyce Rooks and Irene Liberatore (Dolan).
Wayne Riker: Author
and guitarist (jazz and blues a specialty), winner of the 2017 San Diego Music
Awards Lifetime Achievement trophy.
Johnny Vernazza:
Former guitarist with 70’s hitmakers, the Elvin Bishop Group, played with Van
Morrison etc. He will join in on an AM Radio classic.
True Stories: An
all-star group of musicians that includes David Fleminger, Normandie Wilson,
Symea Solomon and Greg Smith.
Pony Death Ride:
Acclaimed husband and wife musical comedy duo.
Plus appearances from Jason
Hanna, Diana Death, Nina Francis,
Peter Hall, Marie Haddad, Scott Mathiasen and more, all adding up to a fun
night celebrating San Diego’s music community!
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