MAIN STAGE
Our Main Stage showcases some of our favorite local bands and hot tribute bands, along with an artichoke eating contest, and artichoke canasta (harvest) contest. Always FREE with general admission!
John Michael Band
The John Michael Band, has been entertaining Santa Cruz, Monterey, Half Moon Bay, San Jose and Gilroy since 2010. John Michael Band plays an enclitic array of Classic Rock, Funk, Soul and Reggae with very talented, high profile musicians and is an engaging and entertaining band. The band has played venues: Zelda’s, The Sand Bar and at The Crow’s Nest, Seabright Brewery in Santa Cruz and Capitola, Britannia Arms in Santa Clara, Off The Rails in Mt. View, The Cats and Charley’s, Number One in Los Gatos, Sam’s Chowder House Half Moon Bay, Willow Den in San Jose, Sly McFly’s, Bull and Bear, Cibo, Salty Seal in Monterey, The Gilroy Garlic Festival, The Hollister Freedom Rally, and has had the honor of opening up for “The Temptations,” at The Sunset Center in Carmel. The band features a list of many high power, musicians: Bassist Tiran Porter (“Doobie Brothers”), Guitarists Dylan Rose, Patrick Golden, Becca Kachman, Markus Yamamoto, (“Entourage”) D.B Walker, Vinny Johnson.
Drummers Keith Wieland, (‘Touched Too Much”) Keith Graves (played with Starship, The Tubes and Quicksilver Messenger Service) Ric Williams. Bassists David De Silva (Archer Nation), Guitarists. And newly added talented vocalist Claire Valory of Wred Horse.
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JOHN MICHAEL BAND
1:30 – 3:00 pm
CHICANO ALL-STARS
The Chicano All Stars, led by Sam Martinez (lead vocals, guitar and percussion), The Chicano All Stars have established themselves as one of Monterey’s local legends as a favorite dance band and has been quoted to be the top Latin Rock band in the area. The band was voted the Monterey County Herald Reader's Choice "Best Local Band" Award for 2019. They have had the pleasure of performing and sharing the stage with such names as: Los Lobos, Tierra, Malo, Tower of Power, El Chicano, La Sonora Dinamita, Jorge Santana, Brenton Wood, Eddie Money, The Turtles, Ramon Ayala, Los Tucanes, Sista Monica, The Delfonics and The Intruders.
Band Manager: Sam Martinez (831) 235-9589
CHICANO ALL-STARS
4:00 – 5:00 pm
Tinman
TinMan is a popular and high energy classic and modern rock and roll cover band based in San Jose, CA, beginning their 20th year of rocking the greater bay area and beyond! Specializing in performing the greatest classic rock dance hits from the 70’s and 80’s, the band has deep experience performing at a wide variety of venues, including private parties and weddings, numerous festivals and concerts in the Bay Area, even San Francisco Fleet Week on Pier 39 for the annual Blue Angels sky show event, and performing with Grand Funk Railroad at the Sacramento State Fair!
The band performs rock’s greatest dance hits from artists like - Stones, Beatles, Bowie, Eagles, Doobie Brothers, Tom Petty, Steppenwolf, Huey Lewis, Van Halen, Clash, Babies, Cars, and many more. It’s like getting multiple tribute bands in one band along with all the other great rock artists that TinMan performs!
In addition, TinMan offers a real rock show experience with a lead singer and front man who knows how to work the stage and interact with the audience, and will provide your audience with the greatest classic rock songs and a real, high energy stage entertainment to get everyone on the dance floor! TinMan travels with pro sound and lighting to further transform your event into a real rock and roll show!
Tinman
5:30 – 7:00 pm
Red Corvette (A Tribute to Prince)
Red Corvette is the newest Prince tribute act on the scene, but its members have actually been honing that signature Prince sound for over 15 years, and on more than a 1000 Prince tribute shows! That sound of Funk mixed with a little Rock and a lot of Pop. The band is tight and in the words of Prince “Hits like a jack hammer”! Collectively the band has toured around the world several times over. You owe it to yourself to take a ride with Red Corvette!
Red Corvette (A Tribute to Prince)
7:30 – 9:00 pm
Mariachi Estelar
Located in East San Jose, CA- Mariachi Estelar is a dynamic group whose roots are firmly embedded in the traditions of Mariachi music. With a unique blend of traditional and contemporary elements, Mariachi Estelar has been making waves in the music scene since our formation in 2014. They believe in preserving the rich history and heritage of mariachi music, and their commitment is reflected in their performances and philanthropic outreach efforts. As the group continues to grow and evolve, Mariachi Estelar is poised to make an even bigger impact beyond the stage.
Mariachi Estelar
12:00 – 1:30 pm
CHICANO ALL-STARS
The Chicano All Stars, led by Sam Martinez (lead vocals, guitar and percussion), The Chicano All Stars have established themselves as one of Monterey’s local legends as a favorite dance band and has been quoted to be the top Latin Rock band in the area. The band was voted the Monterey County Herald Reader's Choice "Best Local Band" Award for 2019. They have had the pleasure of performing and sharing the stage with such names as: Los Lobos, Tierra, Malo, Tower of Power, El Chicano, La Sonora Dinamita, Jorge Santana, Brenton Wood, Eddie Money, The Turtles, Ramon Ayala, Los Tucanes, Sista Monica, The Delfonics and The Intruders.
Band Manager: Sam Martinez (831) 235-9589
CHICANO ALL-STARS
2:00 – 3:30 pm
