TUESDAYS@5:30PM — 7:30PM The Lighthouse Cafe, 30 Pier Avenue, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 310 376-9833
Andy & Renee-The Lighthouse Huntington Beach
WEDNESDAYS @6:00PM — 8:00PM The Lighthouse Huntington Beach, 21022 Pacific Coast Hwy Ste B 230, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Andy & Renee-Banana Leaf
THURSDAYS @6:30PM — 9:00PM Banana Leaf & Beach Cities Social, 1408 S Pacific Coast Hwy, Redondo Beach, CA
Upcoming Shows:
Andy & Renee-Brews Hall Del Amo
FRI, OCT 2 & Oct. 30@ 7:00PM — 10:00PM Brews Hall Del Amo, 21770 Del Amo Circle East, Torrance, CA 90503
Andy & Renee & Hard Rain-Rotary Club Event
SAT, OCT 3rd 5-9pm Rotary Club of Palos Verdes Peninsula, Empty Saddle Club. Get details at https://rotarypvp.org/
Andy & Renee-Livestream #260
FRI, OCT 9 @ 6:00PM (PDT, UTC-07) Studio32, 17411 Delia Ave., Torrance, CA 90504
Watch live or anytime at https://youtube.com/live/fDB5E3mfnoA. Local? Come watch in person! Just RSVP to reneesafier@hotmail.com. For the online viewer, the Livestream shows are free to watch, but the option to contribute is there for those who are in a position to do so. You can see our song list to make requests and contribute at https://andyandrenee.com, PayPal (paypal.me/andyandrenee) or Venmo, (www.venmo.com/Renee-Safier). A portion of the proceeds will go to the Los Angeles Midnight Mission. We are sustained by the generosity and support of the fans who love the music, and who donate as they are able. If you use funds from your bank vs. your credit card, we aren’t charged a service fee, but either way, we appreciate your support!
Andy & Renee: City of Torrance Excellence in Arts Awards
SUN, OCT 11 @ 2:00PM — 4:00PM Toyota Meeting Hall, 3330 Civic Center Drive, Torrance, CA 90503
We’re thrilled and deeply honored to share that Andy Hill and Renee Safier will be receiving the City of Torrance Excellence in Arts Award for our contributions to music and the arts in Torrance.
Renee Safier w/ Bob Malone & Band- Jazz Standards @The Grand Annex
SAT, NOV 14 @ 8:00PM The Grand Annex, 434 W. 6th St., San Pedro, CA 90731.
“The Blues is a Story” by Bluesman Bernie Pearl assembles another all-star blues showdown with guest Boogie Woogie Hall of Famer, pianist Carl Sonny Leyland, Tracey Hart (vocals), Kee Eso Pitchford (vocalist/guitar) and RJ Mischo (harmonica) with band members Ray Bailey (guitar), Elizabeth Hangan (bass) and Albert Trepagnier Jr (drums, vocals). Presented with support from Creative West & The National Endowment for the Arts.
Peace Frog The Doors Tribute
Fri, Sep 18, 2026 8:00 PM Doors 7:00 PM This show is SOLD OUT! If you would like to be put on the waitlist, please call the Annex at 310-833-4813, placement on the waitlist does not guarantee a ticket.
The Doors Tribute by Peace Frog – Based out of Venice, California, this highly acclaimed act recreates the magic, intensity, and rock theater of Jim Morrison and The Doors. Mystical and hypnotic, the band transforms any room into an actual Doors concert experience. Lead singer Tony Fernandez lives out every move of Jim Morrison on stage and delivers a powerful recreation of true likeness in his presence, vocals, and spirit.
The four-piece band also includes James Sinigalliono on keyboard and bass, Tyler Thigpen on guitar and Tom Gold on drums. Hear intoxicating renditions of “Hello, I Love You,” “Light My Fire,” “L.A. Woman,” “The End” and many more Doors classics.
Alice Howe & Freebo – Rock Bass Legend Freebo (CSNY, Ringo Starr, Bonnie Raitt, SNL, The Muppet Show) and International Acoustic Music Awards Winner, Alice Howe deliver sparkling and soulful Americana.
In this new San Pedro on Film presentation, host Joshua Stecker (San Pedro Today publisher and San Pedro Heritage Museum president) will present a video showcase called “San Pedro in Disguise.” Whether in a big-budget blockbuster or a commercial that’s over in seconds, San Pedro has countless credits as a stand-in for myriad cities across the decades. The San Pedro Heritage Museum will explore the port town’s recurring role as a chameleon on film and television. The live talk will feature clips from notable films, TV shows, and commercials shot in San Pedro, as well as historical photos, fun facts, raffle prizes, merch, and more.
All seating is first-come, first-served. Proceeds from tickets, merchandise, and raffle sales will benefit the San Pedro Heritage Museum.
This event is presented by San Pedro Heritage Museum. Please contact them for all questions related to this event.
Come early to the show! You will be met at the door by Shag actors and welcomed into their tiki cocktail party.
Let’s Shag!
The one and only SHAG himself will be at every show of this murder mystery musical set at a Tupperware party! “Shag with a Twist” serves up an evocative cocktail of vibrant music and performers that brings to life the art of Shag when pupu platters and bouffants were all the rage. Guests are encouraged to come dressed in their finest tiki, pin-up girl style or 60s Mod attire and join the party.
This event is produced by Shag with a Twist Productions.
Honey Whiskey Trio invites you to experience a spellbinding blend of a cappella vocals, classic folk ballads and Americana tunes backed by body percussion, guitar, banjo and mandolin.
The Grand Annex Art Saloon
Thu, Oct 01, 2026 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Enjoy a laid-back evening of art and music during First Thursday, featuring art curated by fINdings Art Center and live music.
fINdings Art Center, in collaboration with Grand Vision’s Annex Arts Saloon, presents art from local artists curated by Henry Krusoe.
Henry Krusoe is an Otis College graduate and has been an Angels Gate Cultural Center resident artist since 2019, creating multimedia artwork spanning analog and digital formats.
Bon Bon Vivant is a shot of pure New Orleans with high energy Louisiana swing, pop, rootsy ballads and a touch of bawdy blues. Hear a joyful, fierce and uniquely New Orleans sound with an added indie twist.
Well-recognized on the New Orleans music scene, Bon Bon Vivant was awarded “Best Emerging Artist” in 2018 by Off Beat Magazine. The band is Abigail Cosio, songwriter/front-woman; Jeremy Kelley, saxophonist/vocalist; Jason Jurzak, sousaphone and bass; and Deacon Marrquin, drums and percussion.
🍷 Pre-Concert Wine Tastings Led by JP Molinari: Free to Grand Vision members at the Friend, Champion, VIP Circle, Arts Advocate, and Performing Arts Patron level – up to two per household, $19 per person for all others. Concert tickets are required to participate. Members’ tasting tickets must be redeemed in advance. Tastings begin one hour before the show, please arrive no later than 30 minutes into the tasting to participate.
Come early to the show! You will be met at the door by Shag actors and welcomed into their tiki cocktail party.
Let’s Shag!
The one and only SHAG himself will be at every show of this murder mystery musical set at a Tupperware party! “Shag with a Twist” serves up an evocative cocktail of vibrant music and performers that brings to life the art of Shag when pupu platters and bouffants were all the rage. Guests are encouraged to come dressed in their finest tiki, pin-up girl style or 60s Mod attire and join the party.
This event is produced by Shag with a Twist Productions.
Chris Stills is a versatile rocker like his father, Stephen. He’s released 6 records and his music can be heard in film soundtracks films like I, Tonya (in which you can hear him sing an outstanding version of the BeeGees “How Can You Mend a Broken Heart”) and he has toured and recorded with artists including Beck, Rufus Wainwright, Mandy Moore, Brandi Carlile and many more.
Calling all Parrot Heads! Celebrate the music and vibes of – you guessed it! – Jimmy Buffett. Experience a truly authentic Buffett sound with 12 of California’s best musicians.
The Grand Annex will transform into a tropical beach party as Jimmy’s Buffet honors their captain’s timeless legacy. Complete with congas and steel drums, the band will serve up a full catalog of hits, as well as a few surprises. Look forward to a Trop-Rock sensation!
The theme of this year’s event is “Roots and Family”. Flamenco is a folk art form that originated in the Andalusia region of southern Spain, and the Romani, a migratory people, played a major role in its history and development. Family traditions still form the core of the Roma culture.
As an art form created by wandering peoples through a fusion of various music and rhythms, it resonates with a diverse range of people, bringing familiarity, nostalgia, and melancholy; in 2010, it was included in UNESCO’s list of Spain’s Intangible Cultural Heritage.
We are honored to be able to present this wonderful culture to you on stage through the art of flamenco, an art we feel passionately about. You will be able to enjoy a wide range of flamenco performances, from brilliant dances with castanets, fans, and mantons, which are typical flamenco accessories, to cante and guitar performances! Through this recital, you will enjoy a dreamy moment to immerse yourself in the passion of flamenco and free your spirit.
Artistic Director: Mikaela Kai Special Guest Artists: Paco Arroyo, Yolanda Arroyo Guest Artists: Maribel Aja Villaseñor, Ron Wagner (Percussion) MFK Dancers: Yoko Shibata, Yumi Fujimoto, Yoshikuni Okita, Laura Gonzales, Reiko Taira, Hitomi Watanabe MFK Musicians: Klee Ando
Like the Gipsy Kings, Grammy-nominated guitar virtuosos deliver a night of world guitar influenced by Latin music and Flamenco with vocals and band.
Ardeshir Farah of Grammy-nominated guitar duo Strunz & Farah returns to the Annex. Putting a dynamic spin on classical guitar music, Farah integrates Afro-Caribbean, Latin American folk, flamenco and Middle Eastern rhythms.
Having shared the stage with musicians including Miles Davis, Bela Fleck and Bonnie Raitt, his versatility as an artist speaks for itself.
Luis Villegas is a Mexican American guitarist best known for his album Cafe Olé, which mixes new-age music, flamenco, and jazz and garnered a spot on the Grammy ballot for Best New Age Album of the Year in 1999. He plays a rapid-fire, finger picking style that adds spark to the duos’ energetic performance.
LA’s Premier 1960’s Music Revue! Led by Mark Kopitzke of The Nightcaps, this smooth, swinging ensemble takes you on a thrilling escapade through the swanky pop of the 1960s. Hear Mad Men era hits by Bobby Darin, Henry Mancini, The Association and more!
The Secret Agents were formed in 2018 with one mission: to bring the sounds of the ’60s back into the mainstream by celebrating the music of Bobby Darin, Mel Tormé, Henry Mancini, Lalo Schifrin,
Johnny Rivers, Chet Baker, Matt Monro, Horace Silver, Georgie Fame & The Flames, The Buckinghams, Mickey & Sylvia, Del Shannon, The Association, and so many more!
So put on that dinner jacket, pour yourself a drink, and let’s twist again like we did so very long ago.
Please contact the event producer for all questions.
SOLD OUT Andy & Renee & Hard Rain
Sat, Jun 27, 2026 8:00 PM Doors 7:00 PM
This show is SOLD OUT! If you would like to be put on the waitlist, please call the Annex at 310-833-4813. Placement on the waitlist does not guarantee a ticket.
Energetic pop-folksters and founders of the Portland Folk Festival, Scott Gilmore and Sarah Vitort and their trio bring their optimistic Americana to international stages.
Montana-raised, Los Angeles-based Americana duo Joselyn & Don blend Laurel Canyon folk, soul, alt-country and classic Americana.
The Walt Johnson Sinatra Tribute Band ft Michael Falcone🍷
Frank Sinatra’s legacy comes to life with an 8-piece band fronted by Sinatra’s lead trumpet player, Walt Johnson and spot-on vocals by Michael Falcone.
The Grand Annex Arts Saloon
Thu, Nov 06, 2025 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM Doors 5:30 PM Live Music Starts at 6:30 PM Free Event
Enjoy a laid-back evening of music and art at this new First Thursday event, with your hosts, local musicians Chris and Emily Huff. November features jazz duo Adriana Nicole & Neo.
AdrianaNicole is a jazz vocalist who just released her first single, “In the World.” Her sound is influenced by her New Orleans upbringing as well as Billie Holiday and Ella Fitzgerald. She is also the lead singer for the bossa nova group, Seabreeze Jazz Band. Neo is a seasoned bass player and musical director with over two decades of experience in global music tours, spanning South America, London, Beijing, and Hollywood.
Chris and Emily Huff can be found around town harmonizing as a father-daughter duo or performing solo. They are known for their Texas-tinged Americana covers and originals played at local hangouts like Lighthouse Cafe and Pedro festivals like Fleet Week. They also performed at the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium during the inaugural Arts Open San Pedro.
Don’t Stop Believin’! Experience the Southland’s #1 Journey tribute band’s high-energy, faithful renditions of all the greatest Journey hits. Enjoy “Don’t Stop Believin”, “Open Arms”, “Wheel in the Sky”, “Lights”, “Anyway You Want It”, “Lovin’, Touchin’, Squeezin” and more!
Everly Brothers Experience with the Tin Drum Family Band
The Zmed Brothers with Burleigh Drummond, Jr return with classics like “Bye Bye Love,” and “Wake Up Little Susie.” Drummond’s delightful family band opens featuring his dad, Ambrosia’s founding member, Burleigh Drummond, Sr.
Saturday, May 24, 2025, 4:00 PM Free LA Maritime Museum Plaza Berth 84, San Pedro CA 90731 Grand Vision
Grand Vision presents Mid-Life Crisis (MLC) during San Pedro Waterfront’s Fleet Week at the LA Maritime Museum Plaza. Danceable favorites from a high-energy, classic rock band that is pure San Pedro-bred! Led by singer Roni Iacono.
Concerts at the Harbor Drift Away
Sunday, May 25, 2025, 5:00 PM Free LA Maritime Museum Plaza Berth 84, San Pedro CA 90731 Grand Vision
Grand Vision presents Drift Away, a talented quartet performing R&B, funk and more hits from the soulful ’60s and ’70s featuring:
Harold Payne, multi-platinum songwriter for artists such as Rod Stewart, Patti Labelle and longtime collaborator, Bobby Womack; literally from Peter Paul & Mary to Snoop Dogg.
Rick Cowling, toured with Kenny Loggins and Ambrosia playing keyboards, guitar and vocals for many years and produced songs for Bonnie Raitt, Bobby Womack and Melissa Manchester.
Percussionist Oliver C. Brown, original member of KC & The Sunshine Band and has toured with Al Jarreau, Fleetwood Mac, Leo Sayer and smooth jazz artist NILS.
Michael Mennell, bassist and vocalist, has played and recorded with Sir Tom Jones, John Fogerty, Boz Scaggs and Billy F. Gibbons and is a Pop Bass professor at the USC Thornton School of Music
POLAHS Senior Showcase Visual and Performing Arts
Sunday, May 25, 2025, 5:00 PM Free The Grand Annex 434 W. 6th St., San Pedro CA 90731 (310) 833-4813 Port of Los Angeles High School
The senior class of Port of Los Angeles High School Visual and Performing Arts Curriculum return to the Grand Annex with an exciting and eclectic mix of music, dance, drama, and video.
This event is presented by the Port of Los Angeles High School, please contact the event presenter with all questions.
Concerts at the Harbor Homegrown Collective
Saturday, June 7, 2025, 2:00 PM Free LA Maritime Museum Plaza Berth 84, San Pedro CA 90731 Grand Vision
Homegrown Collective wraps up this concert series after the San Pedro Pride Flag Raising on Saturday, June 7. Dance to original songs upbeat favorites from the ‘80s through the present. The march and flag-raising celebration, presented by Bridge Cities Alliance, starts at 11 AM. The band follows directly after from 2-4 PM.
Laurence Juber’s AIRFOIL Paul McCartney & Wings
Friday, June 13, 2025, 8:00 PM Tickets The Grand Annex 434 W. 6th St., San Pedro CA 90731 (310) 833-4813 Grand Vision
Original Wings band member, Laurence Juber and his full band deliver unforgettable moments from the rocking side of the Wings catalog. Hear “Getting Closer,” “Spin It On,” “Rockestra,” “Maybe I’m Amazed” and more.
Juber is recognized internationally as lead guitarist in former-Beatle Paul McCartney’s band Wings, with whom he won a Grammy. Since then, he has established himself as a world-renowned guitar virtuoso. His playing fuses folk, jazz, blues, pop and classical styles, creating a multi-faceted performance that belies the use of only one instrument.
In addition to Juber, Airfoil’s master musicians are: Jeff Alan Ross (keyboard) has worked as Peter Asher’s musical director and has toured with John Jorgenson, Albert Lee, Badfinger and others.
Bill Cinque (bass) played in and directed the British Invasion 50th Anniversary Tour and has performed with Neil Diamond, Badfinger, Stevie Nicks and more.
Christopher Allis (drums) has toured internationally and has played studio recordings for Coca Cola, The Voice and several James Bond movies.
The Two Tracks
Saturday, June 14, 2025, 8:00 PM Tickets The Grand Annex 434 W. 6th St., San Pedro CA 90731 (310) 833-4813 Grand Vision
From Wyoming’s Bighorn Mountains, The Two Tracks deliver original Americana, driven by Dave Huebner’s cello and Julie Huebner’s guitar, their voices intertwining to create a sound that’s both ‘sweet lonesome prairie’ and a ‘barn dance hootenanny’.
With songwriting by husband and wife Dave and Julie Huebner, the band’s four-part harmonies are backed by Dave’s driving cello and Julie on guitar, Taylor Phillips on bass and Fernando Serna on drums.
The band recently performed at Americanafest and has opened for artists including Kitchen Dwellers and The Black Lillies. In 2022, they performed at the World Expo in Dubai, and in 2024, were featured at FAR-West Folk Alliance’s Official Showcase.
Ronstadt Revival
Two shows! Friday, June 20 at 8 PM Saturday, June 21 – Sold Out Tickets The Grand Annex 434 W. 6th St., San Pedro CA 90731 (310) 833-4813 Grand Vision
Back by popular demand! Premier tribute to Linda Ronstadt featuring Shannon Rae brings you the songs you love from this legendary artist.
Shannon Rae and her band brought the house down with their fall 2021 concert at the Grand Annex. On stage, their show does justice to the music and the intensity of Ronstadt’s songs. Hear “You’re No Good,” “Blue Bayou,” “When Will I Be Loved,” “Tracks of My Tears” and more.
Mikaela Kai Flamenco SPAIN Sueño de Libertad
Saturday, June 22, 2025, 2:00pm Tickets The Grand Annex 434 W. 6th St., San Pedro CA 90731 (310) 833-4813 Grand Vision
You can’t miss the outstanding performance of Barcelona native flamenco artists, Paco Arroyo and Yolanda Arroyo. Paco’s virtuoso playing guitar, Yolanda’s heart-moving dance, singing and transcendental technique in castanets will surely fascinate all audiences with a standing ovation. Three talented local flamenco dancers and MKF’s dancers and musicians, will also be featured in the show.
The theme of this year’s event is “Spain”. Flamenco is a folk art form that originated in the Andalusia region of southern Spain, and the Romani, a migratory people, played a major role in its history and development. As an art form created by wandering peoples through a fusion of various music and rhythms, it resonates with a diverse range of people, bringing familiarity, nostalgia, and melancholy; in 2010, it was included in UNESCO’s list of Spain’s Intangible Cultural Heritage. We are honored to be able to present this wonderful culture to you on stage through the art of flamenco, an art we feel passionately about. You will be able to enjoy a wide range of flamenco performances, from brilliant dances with castanets, fans, and mantons, which are typical flamenco accessories, to cante and guitar performances! I hope that through this recital, you will enjoy a dreamy moment to immerse yourself in the passion of flamenco and free your spirit.
Andy & Renee & Hard Rain: Jackson Browne & Lucinda Williams Tribute
Saturday, June 27, 2025, 8:00pm Tickets The Grand Annex 434 W. 6th St., San Pedro CA 90731 (310) 833-4813 Grand Vision
One of SoCal’s most versatile folk-rock bands pays tribute to the music of Jackson Browne and Lucinda Williams.
With 17 CDs and 3 DVDs in their pocket, Andy & Renee have won countless awards, including Americana Group of the Year by the LA Music Awards, Best Duo/Group at the International Acoustic Music Awards and a Regional Emmy for their PBS concert special “Black Box Opens – Andy & Renee.” Their relatable lyrics, unforgettable melodic content and tightly crafted arrangements have brought together fiercely loyal audiences up and down the West Coast in the US and Canada.
This show is SOLD OUT! To be put on the waitlist, call the Grand Annex (310) 833-4813 by 6:00pm Friday, 3/28. Placement on the waitlist does not guarantee a ticket.
LA-based Blues legend returns with his signature picking style learned from masters like Lightnin’ Hopkins and Mance Lipscomb. Joined by an array of Blues artists including Ray Bailey and Mo Beeks.
Spotlight on Singer-Songwriters presented with Wonder & Awe Productions
Hosted by Brenda Carsey who performs with Kid Lightning, Joseph Eid and pop-folk artist Madison Malone – whose credits include lyrics for Celine Dion and soundtracks for General Hospital and ABC’s 20/20.
Grand Vision and Wonder & Awe Productions collaborated to put this Spotlight Series line-up together through a generous grant from the Live Music Society.
Gathering for the Grand: WOODSTOCK Peace Love & Music Party
Limited tickets may still be available, call the Grand Vision office at (310)833-4813 if you would like to purchase tickets to the 2025 Gathering for the Grand Gala.
The 16th Annual Gathering for the Grand Gala will be on April 12, 2025 at the Palos Verdes Golf Club. Together, we’ll toast to the next exciting phase of renovations at the historic Warner Grand Theatre and celebrate fifteen incredible years of concerts at the Grand Annex Music Hall. The theme is: WOODSTOCK A Peace, Love & Music Party. At the gala, we will be honoring Andy Hill & Renee Safier and they will perform a full set of music with their band, Hard Rain! Enjoy groovy drinks and dance to the iconic music of Woodstock.
Paul Givant Marigold Record Release Concert Opener: Mary Scholz
Paul Givant is the frontman, songwriter and founder of the Americana folk-rock band Rose’s Pawn Shop. He tours nationally and internationally with the group at festivals, theaters and clubs.
Since 2018, he has been writing solo records, through which he processes life’s highs, lows and complexities. Inspired by the sounds of 1970s folk rock, his new record Marigold is a deeply personal story of growth. Listen to the first single from Marigold, “Tripping On the Moon.”
FRI, APR 18 & 25 @ 7:00PM — 10:00PM Brews Hall Del Amo, 21770 Del Amo Circle East, Torrance, CA 90503
Andy & Renee & Hard Rain-The Lighthouse
SUN, APR 20 & May 4 @ 2:00PM — 5:00PM The Lighthouse Cafe, 30 Pier Avenue Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 310 376-9833
Andy & Renee & Hard Rain & Friends- Dylanfest 35
SUN, MAY 11, 2025 @ 12:00PM — 8:00PM Torino Plaza, Torrance Cultural Arts Center, 3330 Civic Center Drive, Torrance, CA 90503
A full day of nothing but Bob Dylan music, performed by 50-60 Los Angeles musicians, with never a repeated song! Tickets on sale NOW!!
Andy & Renee & Hard Rain-The Grand Annex
FRI, JUN 27, 2025 @ 8:00PM The Grand Annex, 434 W. 6th St., San Pedro, CA 90731. Featuring the music of Jackson Browne and Lucinda Williams. Get Tickets at https://grandvision.org/event/andy-renee-hard-rain-2/
Andy & Renee & Hard Rain-Torrance Summer Concert Series
SAT, JUL 5, 2025 Wilson Park, 2200 Crenshaw Blvd., Torrance, CA 90501
Andy & Renee & Hard Rain-Malaga Cove Library Park Concert
WED, JUL 9 @ 6:30PM Malaga Cove Library Park, 2400 Via Campesina, Palos Verdes Estates, CA
Lead singer and drag queen Pickle with her 9-piece Big Band perform American Songbook classics and contemporary pop songs from k.d. lang to Katy Perry.
Pickle, LA’s premier singing drag queen and host, will be performing her very first drag holiday show with her 12-piece big band! A Los Angeles native, she started playing dress-up as a child and got into the drag sphere as a student at Hamilton High School Academy of Music. She began establishing her drag identity and artistry at Sarah Lawrence College, where she received her BA in Liberal Arts. TICKETS
New Years Eve Celebration with Andy. Renee and Hard Rain
South Bay folk-rockers return with hits from across the decades. Includes late-night pizza, party favors and a champagne toast to start off 2025!
Andy Hill and Renee Safier with their band Hard Rain have been referred to as “America’s best kept secret.” Performing over 200 shows a year, the band delivers a style of Americana folk-rock that’s thoughtful, musical, danceable and full of memorable hooks.
A 150-seat cabaret venue run by Grand Vision in the heart of San Pedro’s thriving arts district. Enjoy state-of-the-art sound enhancing a unique listening experience, complemented by a commitment to community. Many wonderful restaurants are nearby and beverages are available throughout the show.
Twins Rachel and Chloe Tietjen and their older sister Erika offer up potent lyricism and catchy melodies from stunning a cappella harmonies to pop to groovy indie folk.
The sisters’ contemporary yet classic sound invites comparisons to modern family bands like the Avett Brothers and First Aid Kit. With their soaring sibling harmonies, sassy stage presence and inventive songwriting, these three sisters bring a soulful take on folk/Americana music.
In 2019, T Sisters participated in American Musicians Abroad, a selective State Department-sponsored program fostering diplomacy through music. The sisters performed and conducted workshops in the Middle East and North Africa emphasizing girls empowerment and the role of music in creating social awareness and change.
Rachel (vox, guitar, banjo), Chloe (vox, percussion) and Erika (vox, guitar) are all songwriters in their own right and switch off on lead vocals. While their voices blend seamlessly, each has a distinct singing and writing style that results in an eclectic repertoire unified by a landscape of close harmonies.
?Pre-Concert Wine Tasting Taste fine wines. Wine Tastings are led by professional sommelier, Jean-Philippe Molinari.
Pre-Concert Wine Tastings are free to Grand Vision members at the Friend, Champion, VIP Circle, Arts Advocate, and Performing Arts Patron level – up to two per household, $16 per person for all others. Concert tickets are required to participate. Members’ tasting tickets must be redeemed in advance. Tastings begin one hour before the show, please arrive no later than 30 minutes into the tasting to participate.
Ray Koukal assumes the role of David Crosby, Steve Elowe takes on the role of Stephen Stills, Jim Wootten steps into the shoes of Graham Nash, and Devitt Feeley embodies the spirit and musicianship of Neil Young.
Together, their dedication to capturing the essence of these rock icons’ sound and performance makes Deja Vu an unmissable experience for fans of this legendary group.
Transport yourself on a nostalgic journey through faithful renditions of CSNY’s iconic hits, including “Teach Your Children,” “Helpless,” “Suite: Judy Blue Eyes,” “Love the One You’re With” and more.
Delta blues, hill country and driving rock ‘n roll from local master slide guitarist and his power quartet.
Sean Lane is a singer-songwriter who plays solo-acoustic Delta style blues and also fronts a four-piece electric combo. Sean Lane & Hellhounds are a dynamic blues band that aren’t afraid to blend in a little rock. Their sound has been described as “blues on steroids.”
Sean started The Hellhounds as a Delta blues slide guitarist and vocalist, writing original songs in the style of the old Mississippi masters and blending it with the intensity of Blues-Rock. With Sean on lead guitar, Jon Poli on drums, Doug Swanson on bass and Jed Ojeda on rhythm guitar, they are a true Blues-Rock powerhouse. Based out of Los Angeles with roots in the South, The Hellhounds are all about blending old tradition with modern innovation to create. Their music is beyond standard Chicago blues here; it’s raw, powerful, and distinctive.
The John Jorgenson Bluegrass Band (J2B2) showcases impeccable musicianship, incomparable songwriting, incredible harmony vocals and seasoned showmanship. The band combines the “high lonesome sound” of bluegrass with elements of West Coast folk rock and Americana.
John Jorgenson (acoustic guitar/mandolin/vocals) first came to national attention in the mid ‘80s with successful country-rock act The Desert Rose Band, which he co-founded alongside Chris Hillman and fellow J2B2 member Herb Pedersen. In 2008, Jorgenson won a Grammy for Best Country Instrumental with Brad Paisley and was nominated for Best Bluegrass Album with Earl Scruggs. He has also worked as Elton John’s guitarist and alongside Bonnie Raitt and Bob Dylan.
John Jorgenson returns to the Grand Annex, this time switching his guitar out for a mandolin and bringing his all-star bluegrass supergroup featuring legendary, award-winning musicians: Herb Pedersen, Mark Fain and Patrick Sauber.
Herb Pedersen (banjo/acoustic guitar/vocals) has been a member of over five bands, including The Desert Rose Band, during his sixty-year music career. He has worked on countless film and TV scores, and collaborated with music legends such as Earl Scruggs, Emmylou Harris and Linda Ronstadt.
Mark Fain (bass) is a seven-time Grammy winner who has produced for many artists across the jazz, country, bluegrass and gospel genres; he has also toured and recorded with the Chicks, Alan Jackson, John Fogerty and Dolly Parton.
Patrick Sauber (acoustic guitar/vocals) has toured with Peter Rowan and Laurie Lewis, and appeared on screen in the mockumentary musical “The Mighty Wind.”
?Pre-Concert Wine Tasting Taste fine wines. Wine Tastings are led by professional sommelier, Jean-Philippe Molinari.
Pre-Concert Wine Tastings are free to Grand Vision members at the Friend, Champion, VIP Circle, Arts Advocate, and Performing Arts Patron level – up to two per household, $16 per person for all others. Concert tickets are required to participate. Members’ tasting tickets must be redeemed in advance. Tastings begin one hour before the show, please arrive no later than 30 minutes into the tasting to participate.
Based out of Venice, California, this highly acclaimed act recreates the magic, intensity, and rock theater of Jim Morrison and The Doors. Mystical and hypnotic, the band transforms any room into an actual Doors concert experience. Lead singer Tony Fernandez lives out every move of Jim Morrison on stage and delivers a powerful recreation of true likeness in his presence, vocals, and spirit.
The four-piece band also includes James Sinigalliono on keyboard and bass, Tyler Thigpen on guitar and Tom Gold on drums. Hear intoxicating renditions of “Hello, I Love You,” “Light My Fire,” “L.A. Woman,” “The End” and many more Doors classics.
Modern folk singer-songwriter David Robert Pollock (formerly DCR Pollock) returns to the Annex to premiere his new, “David Robert Pollock Variety Hour,” featuring guest appearances by talent from across the LA music scene.
Immerse yourself in classic ’70s folk-rock with faithful renditions from the songbook of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young – hear “Teach Your Children,” “Helpless,” “Suite Judy Blue Eyes,” “Love the One You’re With” and more.
John Jorgenson returns, this time switching his guitar out for a mandolin and bringing his all-star bluegrass supergroup featuring legendary, award-winning musicians: Herb Pedersen, Mark Fain and Patrick Sauber.
Come watch the show in person at our studio! 17411 Delia Ave., Torrance, CA 90504. LIMITED SEATING, so RSVP now to reneesafier@hotmail.com. Please arrive no earlier than 5:45p. Show will start at 6pm.
For the online viewer, the Livestream shows are free to watch, but the option to contribute is there for those who are in a position to do so. You can see our song list to make requests and contribute at https://andyandrenee.com/tickets-tips-merch, PayPal (paypal.me/andyandrenee) or Venmo, (www.venmo.com/Renee-Safier). A portion of the proceeds will go to the Los Angeles Midnight Mission. We are sustained by the generosity and support of the fans who love the music, and who donate as they are able. If you use funds from your bank vs. your credit card, we aren’t charged a service fee, but either way, we appreciate your support!
American-Irish singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, Ali Coyle, intertwines dream-folk and indie rock genres with lush vocal harmonies and rhythm-focused instrumentation. With a voice that can be described as both haunting and angelic, Coyle’s lyrics express her stories as first generation American, and an openly queer artist, who fought to celebrate her identity growing up in Orange County, California.
Gravitating towards music at an early age, she learned classical violin and then ultimately the electric guitar, where she began to define her style as a songwriter.
Her 2021 debut studio EP, Songs For My Therapist received recognition and acclamation from a list of publications that include The Los Angeles Times, Atwood Magazine, and Guitar Girl Magazine for creating “poetic and moody music that speaks to your soul”
More recently she performed for Apple TV+ at the advanced screening of Flora and Son, an Irish film directed by John Carney (Once, Begin Again, Sing Street). Ali released a new single Dreamkiller last fall and, stay tuned, she is in the process of writing and producing her next record.spel, and 60’s pop.
Andy & Renee & Hard Rain – Songs From Laurel Canyon
This show is Sold Out! If you would like to be put on the waitlist, please call the Annex at 310-833-4813, placement on the waitlist does not guarantee a ticket.
SoCal favorites play originals and Songs from Laurel Canyon. Hear classic rock hits of the late ’60s and ’70s from Buffalo Springfield, Carole King, James Taylor, Linda Ronstadt, Crosby Stills Nash & Young and more.
Andy Hill and Renee Safier with their band Hard Rain has been referred to as “America’s best kept secret.” Performing over 200 shows a year, the band delivers a style of Americana folk-rock that’s thoughtful, musical, danceable, and full of memorable hooks. The duo is also behind “Dylanfest” the day-long music festival, now in its 33rd year, celebrating the music of Bob Dylan and featuring over 70 of L.A.’s best musicians.
With 17 CDs and 3 DVDs in their pocket, Andy & Renee have won countless awards, including “Americana Group of the Year” by the LA Music Awards, “Best Duo/Group” at the International Acoustic Music Awards, and a Regional Emmy for their PBS concert special “Black Box Opens – Andy & Renee.” Their relatable lyrics, unforgettable melodic content, and tightly crafted arrangements have brought together fiercely loyal audiences up and down the West Coast in the US and Canada.
Fred Crawford has long been a fixture of the local San Pedro entertainment scene from Papadakis Tavern, to Alvas Showroom and now the Grand Annex stage. Fred Crawford is a noted tap dancer and comedian hailing from a family of vaudeville performers. Performing a 90-minute comedy, monologue, pantomime, impressions of actors from Hollywood’s “golden age” and tap dance revue.
Opening the show will be Lou Mannick performing on the singing saw.
Calling all Parrot Heads! Celebrate the music and vibes of – you guessed it! – Jimmy Buffett. Experience a truly authentic Buffett sound with 12 of California’s best musicians.
The Grand Annex will transform into a tropical beach party as Jimmy’s Buffet honors their captain’s timeless legacy. Complete with congas and steel drums, the band will serve up a full catalog of hits, as well as a few surprises. Look forward to a Trop-Rock sensation!
Rudy Rios (guitar/vocals), Bella Gomez (lead vocals), Isaac Sharp (bass), Jack Ghekiere (guitar).
Sudden Strangers, an indie rock band from San Pedro, California, comprises Bella and Rudy on vocals, Jack on drums, and Isaac on bass. United by years of friendship and shared roots in their local community, their music reflects their deep connection and mutual passion. From local shows to larger stages such as the Whisky A Go Go, they have created a fun and youthful environment. Thanks to the best and most supportive community, Sudden Strangers is ready to rock the stage with you all on June 14th.
Sat, May 11, 2024 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM Palos Verdes Golf Club 3301 Via Campesina,, Palos Verdes Estates, CA, 90274,
The 2024 Gathering for the Grand Gala will be held Saturday, May 11, 2024, at 5 PM at the Palos Verdes Golf Club located at 3301 Vía Campesina in Palos Verdes Estates.
The guest of honor is Yolanda Valle-Perry, a San Pedro native who grew up loving the Warner Grand Theatre and Cabrillo Beach. She was an early supporter and advocate for Grand Vision, garnering the community’s support to revitalize the Warner Grand Theatre and re-energize the downtown community through the arts.
The theme, “GIDGET’S Glamorous Beach Party,” reflects Yolanda’s love of the beach with a nod to the 1959 Sandra Dee film. Dress up in your best beach-inspired gala-wear, celebrate the Warner Grand’s long-awaited $15 million renovation, enjoy tiki drinks, and party to retro surfer music!
Special appearance by Kathy Kohner-Zuckerman, the real-life inspiration for the character of Gidget from the 1957 novel that inspired the movie. Meet the legend who spread the surf craze through the nation.
A Staged Reading of The People with The Trees in Their Chest by Shawn Christopher Lovell Nabors. Produced by Grand Vision Foundation.
Nabor’s new and original play follows an African American family from Brooklyn, NY as they struggle to break the curse of poor health that has marked their family for generations.
The audience will be invited to give constructive feedback after the performance.
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DREAMLAND with Kimberly Ford The Music of Joni Mitchell Saturday, March 23 / 8 PM (?Wine Tasting 7 PM)
An homage to one of the most iconic Woodstock musicians. Hear Help Me, Both Sides Now, River, and more.
Jack of Hearts w/ Scarlet Rivera The Music of Bob Dylan
Fri, Apr 05, 2024 8:00 PM Doors 7:00 PM
For over five decades, Bob Dylan has remained one of the most important figures in American music. The Jack of Hearts Band seeks to authentically replicate the sound of Dylan – from the early ‘60s folk scene to the Blonde on Blonde album, the Woodstock retreat to masterpieces such as Blood on the Tracks and beyond.
Returning to the Annex with violinist, Scarlet Rivera, best known for working with Bob Dylan on his 1976 album Desire and as part of the Rolling Thunder Revue.
Friday, March 15, 2024 8:00 PM $25-$40 a person, wine tasting $16 or free for members
From the moment Grammy-nominated Caro Pierotto strikes her first note, her captivating warm voice energizes the room. Accompanied by her all-star band, you’ll hear covers and originals in Portuguese, Spanish, and English featuring elements of samba, reggae and soulful pop.
“The expressiveness and technical mastery in Caro Pierotto’s voice underscores Brazil’s tradition of great female singers – from Sylvia Telles to Gal Costa.”- Ernesto Lechner/Latin Alternative for NPR
Pierotto’s music has found audiences all over the globe. Her 2023 album, ‘Sambalismo’, has been cited as one of the Brazilian Music Albums of the year.
Captain John and the band deliver vintage sea shanties and nautical tunes with Celtic-punk and pirate-rock swagger.
Kraus leads this merry crew of powerhouse musicians after years spent as a sea captain and growing up in a musical household. His pioneering band perfectly combines his love for music, the sea, and the legacy of seafaring storytelling. And, just so we’re all clear, John Kraus really is a captain – on LA Maritime Institute’s stunning Tall Ships! The Goers are: Tim Weed on violin, David Dutton on the drums and jazz legend Bob Aul on fiddle and tuba. Paul Givant of Rose’s Pawn Shop shows up frequently to play guitar and banjo.
Roots & Rambles is a concert workshop series featuring musicians dedicated to the preservation, artistry, and evolution of folk and traditional music in the United States. One hour before the concert. Please RSVP if you plan on participating. Concert tickets are required to participate.
Roots & Rambles is made possible by a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts.
Tickets are ON SALE now for the new line-up of winter-spring concerts. They are moving fast, so it’s time to choose your favorite shows before they sell-out.
We have already booked a second Jack of Hearts The Music of Bob Dylan concert in April and added three Wine Tastings. Stay tuned for more shows to come!
We are thrilled to announce that 2024 is the 15th Anniversary of the Grand Annex Music Hall, your neighborhood home for live music. We look forward to celebrating with you at concerts throughout the whole year!
JOHN JORGENSON QUINTET
Saturday, January 27 / 8 PM
Grammy award-winning guitarist leads his gypsy jazz group known for their Django Reinhardt-style swing.
Grand Annex favorites Renee Safier (vocalist of Andy & Renee & Hard Rain) and keyboard wizard Bob Malone join forces for a night of classic jazz and Great American Songbook standards.
SARAH LEE GUTHRIE Holiday Show Fri, Dec 01, 2023, 8:00 PM, Doors 7:00 PM
Sarah Lee Guthrie sings originals plus the iconic folk songs made famous by her father Arlo, grandfather Woody and their comrades in music. Enjoy holiday cider and sing-alongs.
Sarah Lee Guthrie’s bright vocals prove that she is a force to be reckoned with in her own right. Over the past 2 decades, she has continued her ancestral legacy, touching the hearts of folk fans nationwide.
She released 6 albums so far, including her 2009 family album Go Waggaloo, featuring Arlo, her then-young children and unused Woody Guthrie lyrics. The album won a Golden Award from The Parents’ Choice Foundation.
Soulful, bluesy singer-songwriter gaining national attention for his TV soundtrack hits. His recent album, American Silence earned rave reviews from NPR Music, Rolling Stone and many more.
Dubbed “one of the most important American songwriters working today,” by 88.5 KCSN Los Angeles, Chris Pierce rose to international prominence when NBC primetime series This Is Us featured his song We Can Always Come Back To This. The single then reached #1 on the Billboard Blues chart and was nominated for several awards.
With his raw acoustic accompaniment and his unmistakably heartwrenching vocals, he aims to unite his listeners, inspiring them to rise up and stand for what is right.
Pierce was diagnosed at 15 with Otosclerosis, a rare hearing disorder that caused him to lose his hearing in one ear and become partially deaf in the other. In spite of this, his passion for music only grew and inspired him to dig deeper in his skills. Thanks to his determination, he has had the honor of performing with many incredible artists including Al Green, B.B. King, Aaron Neville and Seal, and will be on tour this fall with Neil Young
For more details see https://grandvision.org/event/chris-pierce-friends/
South Bay’s favorite folk-rockers open the new Grand Annex season September 16, 8pm, with their phenomenal homage to Carole King and her album, Tapestry. This promises to be an outstanding show, led by the unforgettable playing of Andy Hill and the sumptuous voice of Renee Safier. For tickets to see and hear the performance, go to https://grandvision.org/event/andy-renee-hard-raintapestry-tribute-to-carole-king/.
Andy Hill and Renee Safier with their band Hard Rain have been referred to as “America’s best kept secret.” Performing over 200 shows a year, the band delivers a style of Americana folk-rock that’s thoughtful, musical, danceable and full of memorable hooks. The duo are also behind “Dylanfest” the day-long music festival, now in its 33rd year, celebrating the music of Bob Dylan and featuring over 70 of L.A.’s best musicians.
With 17 CDs and 3 DVDs in their pocket, Andy & Renee have won countless awards, including “Americana Group of the Year” by the LA Music Awards, “Best Duo/Group” at the International Acoustic Music Awards and a Regional Emmy for their PBS concert special “Black Box Opens – Andy & Renee.” Their relatable lyrics, unforgettable melodic content and tightly crafted arrangements have brought together fiercely loyal audiences up and down the West Coast in the US and Canada.
