Thursday 4/04/02

The popularity of Pete Yorn seems to be growing every day. Yorn leads throngs of followers with a style that offers something other than the same old rock. British rockers Elbow will open. Pete Yorn and Elbow will be at 4th & B and the show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20.

Friday 4/05/02

Local acoustic artist Jason Mraz returns to UCSD for a performance at Club Ritmo. The performance will be at The Stage in Porter’s Pub. Cover is $5 for students and $7 for general admission. The event starts at 8 p.m.

Saturday 4/06/02

The tripped-out sounds of Spiritualized will grace ‘Canes Bar & Grill, and Black Rebel Motorcycle Club will open up with their straight-up rock ‘n’ roll. Read more about Spiritualized and BRMC on page 11. The concert starts at 9 p.m. and tickets are $18.

Sunday 4/07/02

The third annual Fusion competition is UCSD’s biggest student-run event and it will be held at RIMAC Arena. This hip-hop and dance competition will feature acts like Future Shock SD and Freedom Writers. Pre-sale tickets are $12 and tickets will be $15 at the door. For more information call (858) 663-4721 or go to http://battle.at/fusion

The smooth voice of Harry Connick Jr. will make you sway and swing through the night. Connick will perform at Copley Symphony Hall and the tickets start at $29.50. The performance starts at 8 p.m.

Tuesday 4/09/02

Percussionist Burhan Ocal leads the Istanbul Oriental Ensemble. The concert will feature Turkish folk songs from the 17th and 18th century, and will be at the Mandeville Auditorium. Call (858) 534-TIXS for ticket information and the show time.

Wednesday 4/10/02

Frank Sinatra’s goddaughter, Nikka Costa, is back in town. Costa will be at the Belly Up Tavern and the show starts at 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $12.