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Catalina Island Company announces the Catalina Casino Concert Series, held in partnership with Benefit Music, LLC. The concerts kick off on President’s Day Weekend, Saturday, February 15, 2020, and will continue with eight concerts through Saturday, May 16, 2020. Seven shows will take place in the famed Catalina Casino Ballroom, which has hosted numerous performances throughout its nearly century-long history. The series will feature recognized local and national bands.
The season finale, Lost at Sea, takes place at Descanso Beach Club, Catalina Island’s premier beachfront entertainment destination.
Catalina Casino Concert Series:
February 15: Tijuana Dogs
High-energy, multi-faceted rock/dance/party band that plays original songs, as well as ‘90s covers.
February 16: Catalina’s Gone Country with Brady Seals of LITTLE TEXAS and The Kelly Boyz Band.
Brady Seals has written numerous hit songs including “God Blessed Texas.”
February 29: Metalachi and In The End-The Linkin Park Experience
Metalachi performs well-known rock and metal songs mariachi-style; then sing along to the hits of Linkin Park from In The End-The Linkin Park Experience.
March 28: Yachty by Nature
Relive the glory days of the ‘70s and ‘80s with yacht rock… and nautical attire!
April 11: DSB and TLR
Journey and Eagles tribute bands.
April 18: Pato Banton and Grammy-nominated Wailing Souls
Reggae tunes that invite positive energy.
May 2: Damage, Inc., Noise Pollution and Seattle’s Best
Metallica, AC/DC and Seattle’s Grunge tribute bands.
May 16: Lost at Sea ‘80s Concert at Descanso Beach Club
Featuring ‘80s legends Flock of Seagulls, Oingo Boingo Former Members, Anabella of Bow Wow Wow and more. The event is hosted by ‘80s legends Richard Blade and Mike Score of Flock of Seagulls.
Each year Benefit Music hosts local concerts around Southern California. This marks the first year with Catalina Island as the concert destination.
Catalina Casino hosts other annual events such as JazzTrax, a smooth jazz festival; Catalina Island Museum’s Silent Film Showcase and Catalinaland; and components of the Original Catalina Wine Mixer, a music, wine and entertainment event inspired by Step Brothers.
“The iconic Catalina Casino is an ideal venue for a concert series such as this,” said Randy Herrel, president and chief executive officer of Catalina Island Company. “Throughout its nearly century-long history, the Casino has welcomed all kinds of entertainment acts, including jazz and big band artists to present-day DJ, techno and other forms of modern music. This concert series will bring new visitors to Catalina. We anticipate it will be a tremendous success.”
General admission and VIP tickets are on sale now at VisitCatalinaIsland.com and through Eventbrite, from $10 – $75. Some events have a limited number of complimentary tickets available through February 16, 2020.
For additional information on Catalina Island, including where to stay, dine, and shop, go to VisitCatalinaIsland.com.
