AUGUST 78 South Bay Accent AUG. 13 Lady Gaga LADY GAGA’s debut album “The Fame” was a commercial success that produced international chart-topping singles such as “Just Dance” and “Poker Face.” With global album and single sales of 27 million and 146 million respectively, as of 2016, she is one of the best-selling musicians of all time. Join her at AT&T Park this summer and get prepared to be blown away by Lady Gaga’s show-stopping voice. Tickets $50.50–$251. AT&T Park, 24 Willie Mays Plaza, San Francisco. 415/972-1800. AUG. 26 Idina Menzel Tony Award winner IDINA MENZEL graces our presence at the Greek Theatre in Berkeley this summer. Besides being a regular on Broadway, Idina is also an actress, singer-songwriter and voice actor. Her most memorable voice work was in Disney’s “Frozen,” in which she sang the Oscar- and Grammy Award-winning song ”Let It Go.” Tickets $39.50– $149.50. Greek Theatre, Gayley Road, Berkeley. 510/809-0100. AUG. 11 The B-52s Head to Montalvo to rock out to the self proclaimed “World’s Greatest Party Band.” And nearly 40 years and over 20 million albums into their career, there can be no doubt as to why they remain one of rock music’s most beloved and enduring bands. From groundbreaking songs like “Rock Lobster” to chart-topping hits like “Love Shack” and “Roam” and “Deadbeat Club,” the B-52s’ unforgettable dance-rock tunes start a party every time their music begins. Tickets $35– $125.50. Montalvo Arts Center, 15400 Montalvo Road, Saratoga. 408/961-5858. AUG. 11–13 Outside Lands Every summer for three days, San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park transforms from a relatively tranquil resting spot to one of the country’s most popular music festivals. Outside Lands presents more than 75 bands and lots of food wine, beer, comedy and art. AUG. 2 Ed Sheeran ED SHEERAN’s style can be best described as pop, contemporary folk and soul mixed with a little bit of acoustic. His single “Thinking Out Loud,” earned him two Grammy Awards in 2016, and he’s been known to play at completely sold-out shows across the nation. Join Ed at the Oracle Arena as he debuts the songs from his recent album, “Divide.” Tickets $39.50–$99.50. Oracle Arena, 7000 Coliseum Way, Oakland. 510/569-2121. AUG. 4 Kendrick Lamar KENDRICK LAMAR is a rapper and songwriter who hails from Compton, California. He started gaining popularity in 2010 after his first release, “Overly Dedicated.” Kendrick has since earned seven Grammys and was named one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2016 by Time magazine. Tickets $49.50–$129.50. Oracle Arena, 7000 Coliseum Way, Oakland. 510/569-2121. The notoriously diverse event highlights a wide range of musical genres, with 2017 headliners METALLICA, THE WHO, GORILLAZ, LORDE, A TRIBE CALLED QUEST, ALT-J and QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE setting the tone for this year. The rest of the lineup is just as varied and includes LITTLE DRAGON, VANCE JOY, BLEACHERS, TOVE LO, SLEIGH BELLS and many more. Golden Gate Park, San Francisco. Tickets $375– $795. Visit sfoutsidelands.com for more information. AUG. 11–13 San Jose Jazz Summer Fest This annual festival attracts tens of thousands to downtown San Jose each year. Now in its 28th season, the outdoor celebration features 12 stages of live music and takes place in and around Plaza de Cesar Chavez. This year’s lineup includes CHRIS BOTTI, GEORGE CLINTON AND PARLIAMENT FUNKADELIC, MACEO PARKER, THE WHISPERS, ANGELIQUE KIDJO and PEDRITO MARTINEZ. DR. LONNIE SMITH, JAVON JACKSON’S JAZZ BY FIVE and more. For a complete lineup, visit sanjosejazz.org. Ticket prices vary. Plaza de Cesar Chavez, Market and San Carlos streets, San Jose. AUG. 12 Jill Scott JILL SCOTT is a true queen of R&B and soul, achieving a distinct mixture of jazz, hip-hop and the spoken word in a voice that can only be described as angelic neosoul. She has achieved multiple platinum and gold albums and has starred in multiple movie roles. Join her this August at the Fox Theater as she rocks her audience with her blissful voice. Tickets $65–$145. Fox Theater, 1807 Telegraph Ave., Oakland. 510/302-2250. IDINA MENZEL THE B-5 2s LADY GAGA
South Bay Accent - June/July 2017
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