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	An evening with Shawn Colvin Saturday, August 8th 8:00 pm Rio Theatre Over the course of three decades, Shawn Colvin has established herself as a captivating performer and a revered storyteller, well-deserving of the commendation of her peers and the devoted audiences who have been inspired by her artistry. As she enters her thirtieth decade as a songwriter and performer, she continues to reaffirm her status as a vital voice in music we welcome Shawn back to the Rio Theatre, August 8th! Buy Tickets artist website https://www.shawncolvinmusic.com/
	ANI DIFRANCO Spirit of Love tour special guest Valerie June 8 pm August 15th Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium Ani DiFranco is bringing the Spirit of Love across America with a special stop in Santa Cruz August 15th. Longtime fans and new listeners will use this much-needed time to gather and recharge while celebrating Ani’s music, which is the soundtrack of so many of our lives. Buy Tickets artist website https://anidifranco.com
	The Kirtan Love Experience with Jai Uttal & The Pagan Love Orchestra Saturday, August 22nd 8 pm Rio Theatre Join Grammy nominated, multi-instrumentalist Jai Uttal for an evening of celebration, kirtan and a very special concert with his world music band, The Pagan Love Orchestra. Performing old and new songs, touching on many moods and colors, Jai & friends invite you to dance, sing, cry, laugh and celebrate together! Buy Tickets artist website https://www.jaiuttal.com
	Tim Flannery and the Lunatic Fringe 8:00 pm Friday August 28th Kuumbwa Jazz Cente Buy Tickets artist website https://www.timflannery.com/
	Martha High's FUNKY DIVAS with Fred Wesley & The New JBs Get ready for a funky good time when Martha High's Funky Divas, backed by Fred Wesley and The New JBs, return to the Kuumbwa Jazz Center with a power-packed show of hits from those played and sang with the Godfather of Soul, James Brown. NOTE NEW DATE - Friday, September 25th Two shows - 7 and 9 pm Kuumbwa Jazz Center Buy Tickets artist website https://www.funkyfredwesley.com/
	An evening with Rickie Lee Jones Thursday, October 8, 2026. 8 pm Rio Theatre - Santa Cruz There has always been something defiant about Rickie Lee Jones . . . a voice from a dream, elusive yet familiar, transcendent, a messenger from another place.” Buy Tickets artist website https://rickieleejones.com/

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