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Ted Welty (T. Rollin), guitarist and singer/songwriter, is best known as co-founder of 1990s alternative rock band Iguana Jive. The group was signed in 1994 by indie label, Maddog Record, and went on to record their first album at A&M studios. A second album was recorded and released in 1997.

Ripatti & Rose is a vocal and acoustic guitar duo featuring Alisha Ripatti & Dylan Rose - two of
Santa Cruz, California's finest young musical talents! These locally raised musicians have
teamed up to combine their wealth of skill and influences, providing both original works and
classic covers. Come enjoy their unique blend of soulful vocals, masterful guitar work, and rich
harmonies at a venue near you!

Jim Lewin and Diana Z bring together worlds of acoustic rock, folk, reggae, bluegrass, Americana and more, featuring Diana’s lush vocals, Jim’s intricate picking, duet harmonies and a wide variety of cool. Together they make a great team, bringing out the best in each other as they spotlight their diverse influences and musical histories. Their shows are fun and lively. Diana’s enchanting voice entwines with Jim’s fiery picking as they traverse a deep repertoire of songs from many eras and cultures, from 80’s grunge to Grateful Dead, Irish ballads to acoustic reggae, classic country duets, timeless folk song cycles, and their own great originals. With intricately arranged vocal harmonies and an ebullient stage presence, their whimsical rapport and obvious love for each other warms the heart.

Alex & Justina Lucero are the front man and woman of the popular Santa Cruz ensemble The Alex Lucero Band. Since the beginning of his musical ventures, front man and writer, Alex Lucero has independently released 6 full length albums. Five of which are with The Band (previously named Live Again) and one of which, a solo album entitled “Shine” that was recorded and produced by his good friend Adam Patterson with The Expendables. Whether solo or accompanied with the band, all of Alex’s projects showcase his raw musical abilities, song crafting and passion.

Ted Welty (T. Rollin), guitarist and singer/songwriter, is best known as co-founder of 1990s alternative rock band Iguana Jive. The group was signed in 1994 by indie label, Maddog Record, and went on to record their first album at A&M studios. A second album was recorded and released in 1997.

Called a human jukebox by his many musical friends and partners, Scott has performed professionally for over 30 years in bands, solo, or behind headline entertainers such as Huey Lewis, John Denver, Glenn Campbell, Vince Gill, Michael Bolton, Kenny G, Darius Rucker and others.

From acoustic to full band sound looping, Animo mixes soulful vocals, soothing acoustic riffs, with infectiously heavy bass lines, drumbeats and keys, creating a unique blend of original sound. Strumming his Fender and laying down the lines on the Roland Juno, Animo pulls in the crowd and creates a great vibe in any room. Animo has been a professional musician for over 20 years. His love of playing music has taken him across the country and out to Hawaii multiple times. His devotion to enhancing the crowd experience has had him working regularly with clubs, restaurants, and events.

Dan Frechette is a musical force; As anyone who has ever met him can attest, he is a living, breathing folk festival who's songwriting has been appreciated by the likes of Bob Dylan, Tim O'Brien, Doc Watson, and David Bowie. Raised in the small town of Pinawa, Manitoba, where the vast prairies meet the Canadian shield, Dan took an early obsession with music to the extreme, garnering the attention of major publishing which signed him a deal when he was just 17. To date he has recorded over 100 solo albums to date, learned to play 15 instruments across multiple genres, and has written lyrics and music to well over 1600 original songs.