JUNE 22 Willie Nelson & Family and Alison Krauss & Union Station Few faces are more recognizable than that of iconic country music star WILLIE NELSON. For more than five decades, the prolific performer known for his rugged appearance, braids and bandana headbands has been devoted to his music, releasing more than 200 albums during his remarkable career. This summer, he and his family band share the stage with 27-time Grammy Award winner ALISON KRAUSS AND UNION STATION for the groups’ second tour together. Fans can look forward to the rare chance to see the exceptional bands’ performances. Tickets $75–$255. The Mountain Winery, 14831 Pierce Road, Saratoga. 888/929-7849. JUNE 26 Ed Sheeran Lyrics such as the ones that comprise his hit song “Thinking out Loud” have helped elevate ED SHEERAN to galactic heights in the eyes of romantics around the world. Demonstrating maturity well beyond his 24 years, the fiery-haired Brit shows no signs of doing anything to change that. The singer, who became wellknown to millions in 2013 when he opened for TAYLOR SWIFT’S “Red” tour, brings his acoustic guitar and his self-written songs to Berkeley this summer. Tickets $65. Greek Theatre-UC Berkeley, 2001 Gayley Road, Berkeley. 800/745-3000. JUNE 26 Lady Antebellum It’s relatively rare for a band to have more than one lead singer, but LADY ANTEBELLUM demon- 70 South Bay Accent JULY strates just how well the arrangement can work. On June 26, HILLARY SCOTT, CHARLES KELLEY and DAVE HAYWOOD bring their harmony-based trio to the South Bay. The group that got its start in the 2006 country music arena now has five albums under its belt, with its latest, “747,” revealing the group’s ability to creatively advance and remain popular with fans. Admirers of the synchronized singers nominated the band for the 2015 Choice Country Group of the year at the People’s Choice Awards, which they handily won. Tickets $30.75–$60.50. Shoreline Amphitheatre, 1 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View. 800/745-3000. JUNE 27–28 The Grateful Dead It’s been nearly 20 years since JERRY GARCIA departed planet Earth, yet his spirit lives on through original GRATEFUL DEAD bandmates MICKEY HART, BILL KREUTZMANN, PHIL LESH and BOB WEIR. This summer, the Palo Alto-formed group reunites for its “Fare Thee Well” tour. The band, which enjoys one of the most devoted assemblies of followers in modern times, is celebrating 50 years together. If history is a predictor, it will be obvious when THE DEAD rolls into town: Look for VW buses, lots of tie-dye and fans hoping for a miracle, which in this case will be a ticket. Tickets $59.50– $199.50. Levi’s Stadium, 4900 Marie DeBartolo Way, Santa Clara. 800/745-3000. JUNE 28 Ben Folds BEN FOLDS taught himself to play the piano by listening to ELTON JOHN and BILLY JOEL on the radio. At the age of 29, he formed his alternative rock group BEN FOLDS FIVE, which he once described as “punk rock for sissies.” The group’s tunes “Brick” and “Song for the Dumped,” which speak to the messier side of relationships, were particularly popular with listeners because of Folds’ fast and frantic piano playing. More recently, the artist has been performing solo. He continues making music, including a highly acclaimed concerto for the Nashville Symphony. Tickets $25–$75. Lilian Fontaine Garden Theatre, Montalvo Arts Center, 15400 Montalvo Road, Saratoga. 408/961-5800. JULY 8–9 Indigo Girls AMY RAY and EMILY SALIERS began their creative journey together in elementary school. The Georgia-based folk duo, which adopted the name INDIGO GIRLS in college, soon became a household name upon the release of their eponymous debut album in 1989. With their harmonious vocals and acoustic guitars, the singers enraptured audiences with songs such as “Closer to Fine,” “Prince of Darkness” and “Love’s Recovery.” Now decades into their careers, the musicians engage new generations of concert-goers with new works and timeless classics. Tickets $43.50–$63.50. Montalvo Arts Center, 15400 Montalvo Road, Saratoga. 800/745-3000. JULY 14–15 Harry Connick Jr. Between his traditional-style jazz and pop music, his acting roles in “Will and Grace” and the children’s film “Dolphin Tale,” his judging responsibilities on “American Idol” and his relief work for Hurricane Katrina victims, New Orleans-native HARRY CONNICK JR. has cemented his popularity with multiple generations for multiple reasons. Despite all of his successes, he’s still a likeable guy and has been since he first began publicly entertaining at the age of 5. Today the multitalented artist has 31 albums to his name, and the prolific musician, actor and humanitarian shows no signs of slowing down. Tickets $49.50– $149.50. The Mountain Winery, 14831 Pierce Road, Saratoga. 888/929-7849. JULY 16 Van Halen Someone once said “families that play together stay together.” VAN HALEN does just that. Fronted by DAVID LEE ROTH, the longstanding group currently consists of EDDIE VAN HALEN, brother ALEX VAN HALEN and Eddie’s son, WOLFGANG VAN HALEN. This July, fans will have the chance to dance the night away when the legendary rockers bring their highly recognizable electric sound to Mountain View. Best known BEN FOLDS E THE LUCKIEST LADY ANTEBELLUM E JUST A KISS
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