11/9 Friday
Dave Brubeck has been playing jazz for decades and has released numerous albums and compilations. His compositions have been heard on many television commercials. Brubeck and the Dave Brubeck Quartet will be at the Copley Symphony Hall accompanied by the San Diego Symphony. Tickets start at $10 and the show starts at 8 p.m. Please look to the article on page 8 for more on the Dave Brubeck Quartet.
Bouncing Souls will give the 16-and-up crowd something to jump for. Their brand of punk rock is supported by Flogging Molly and One Man Army. The show is at ‘Canes Bar & Grill. Tickets are $12.50 and the music starts at 8 p.m.
11/10 Saturday
You have to love the guys that grab British-pop sensibility and toss in some American flavoring to give it a kick. You get that sound with Pete Yorn on songs such as “”Life on a Chain.”” Yorn also has a fantastic supporting cast. Remy Zero has been opening shows for Travis and they are supporting their new album, “”The Golden Hum.”” Irish-punk trio JJ72 have been making a huge splash in Europe and they are no more than 20 years old. The show starts at 7 p.m. at ‘Canes Bar & Grill and tickets start at $15.
The Anniversary will be at the Mira Mesa Epicentre bringing an emo-punk style to the all-ages venue. Supercharged guitars and the addition of a New-Wave style keyboard round out their sonic adventure. Ex-At the Drive-In member Mars Volta will also play along with Seafood and Mates of State. Tickets start at $10 and the show starts at 8 p.m.
Take a chance and leap into some Spanish-language music with Jaguares. Their sound ranges from Pink Floyd-style epics to raw Latin beats that are sure to make people jump out of their seats. The show will be at the San Diego Civic Theater. Tickets start at $18 and the show starts at 7 p.m.
11/13 Tuesday
At one point, it seemed as if Maxwell’s smooth crooning would be replaced by the sultry vocals of D’angelo, but Maxwell is back with a new album, “”Now,”” released in late August, and an EP titled, “”Get to Know Ya,”” which was released in early November. He will perform at Copley Symphony Hall at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $39.50.
UCSD’s very own Gospel Choir will perform traditional gospel music at Mandeville Auditorium under the direction of Ken Anderson. The performance begins at 8 p.m. and tickets start at $3. Call Mandeville Center for more information at (858) 534-3230.
11/14 Wednesday
The dynamic duo are back and they are ready to enchant the masses. DJ duo Sasha & Digweed are familiar names to anyone with a passing knowledge of the dance music community. They will be at 4th & B from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. Tickets are $35 presale and $40 on the day of the show. Please look to the web-exclusive article for more on Sasha and John Digweed.
Indie rock does not always have to be boring two-chord rock with indistinguishable vocals. Death Cab for Cutie has been able to provide a melodic backing to an underground rock-type sound for the strong fan base they have built in their four years of existence. The show starts at 8:30 p.m. at ‘Canes Bar & Grill and tickets are $8.
11/15 Thursday
Spaceman Spiff has found their niche at The Onyx Room with their funky smooth jazz sounds. Please call The Onyx Room for all the details at (619) 235-6699. Look to the article on this page for an interview with Spaceman Spiff.
