Open Mic Competition at Rhythms

One more time! C'mon over to Rhythms in Grass Valley and join us for another Open Mic Competition. It'll be on Saturday, September 22nd, from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. We'll be on hand to video the finalists and Winner's Gig, and we'll have a makeup team on hand to help you look your best in front of the camera. So get over to Rhythms and sign up in advance for the best time slots. We'll only be accepting a dozen sign-ups, so don't miss your space!

Open Mic Competition in Auburn

The Open Mic at The Club Car in Auburn was fantastic. So, who won? Who ended up with the Club Car $100 gift certificate? Read the whole story to find out! [ more ]

Joshua Jam Review

The Jam4Joshua was loads of fun, and even raised some money (we don't have a final figure yet.)

Good cause, good food, and of course, great music. [ more ]

Grassies Email Newsletter

The Grassies now has a newsletter. At least once a month, but no more than once a week, we'll send out news about events, shoutouts to local artists, and special deals from friends of the Grassies, available only on this list. Sign up for it!

If you've got news (an upcoming gig, change in your band's lineup, won an award/contest/whatever) let us know so we can include it in our upcoming newsletters.

Joshua Harkins Update

An article in The Union tells us that Joshua is awake and talking. Great news indeed. A previous benefit has already helped, but there are still enormous expenses left to cover, so be sure and join us at A Jam 4 Joshua.

A Jam 4 Joshua

Help us raise money for violence victim Joshua Harkins. We'll announce the details as this progresses. Let us know how you can help.[ more ]

Note: 100% of the proceeds from this event are going straight to Joshua's family to offset medical expenses. No one else is taking a penny. Just thought you'd like to know that.

We Don't Think it's the Water

Chris Macias, Sacramento Bee Pop Music Critic says "Maybe there's something in the water in the Grass Valley/Nevada City area."

We don't think it's the water, but there's definitely something going on in the Music Capital of Northern California. Scroll down Macias' recent writings and note how many of his excellent choices are from the area starting in Roseville and heading northeast.

Open Mic Competition

Join us at the new Rhythms Music Café for the Grassies Open Mic Competitions. Compete for cash prizes, drink up Carol and Steve's entire stock, and have a ball! [ more ]

2008 Grassies Categories

The process to begin selecting recipients of next year's Northern California Artistic Achievement Awards (Grassies) begins immediately, but we need your help! We're asking our friends to help choose the categories for next year's awards. Since we're hoping to double (at least) the number of Grassies awarded next year, there's plenty of room for your ideas. How about it? [ more ]

Music Map

We're working on a map page to include the locations of venues, bands, events, stores, studios; anything music related. Looking for a recording studio or music store in your area? Heading to another part of northern California and want to see what bands are playing where? We're planning on spreading the love far and wide. Use our contact form to find out how you can be included.

Video and Photos of 2007 Grassies

Photos (courtesy of Streamliine and Lodeline Music) and video clips (courtesy of Foothills Broadcasters, Inc, and Streamliine) of the 2007 Expo and Grassies ceremonies are now on line. Check 'em out!

NCTV Interview with Grassies Administration

NCTV's Lew Sitzer interviews Grassies co-founders Andy Gonzales and Joel D 'spinhead' Canfield, and Grassies Administrator Sue L Canfield. Includes video clips of Grassies winners Strifer, and Master of Ceremonies for the 1st Annual Grassies Jane Rivar's video 'I Am A Woman'