Top 5 Concerts

March 21 - The Trials of Cato / Winston’s, Ocean Beach. 9 p.m.

Acclaimed Celtic folk trio, The Trials of Cato performs at Winston’s on March 21, in support of their second album, Gog Magog. They sing in Welsh and English, with traditional folk sounds, new sounds and plenty of melody, as heard on their latest single, “Aberdaron.”

March 25 – Laurie Beebe Lewis & The Electric Underground / Grand Ritz Theatre, Escondido. 7 p.m.

On March 25, The Grand / Ritz Theatre will host the debut of Lewis’ multi-media show, singing classic 1960’s era tunes, including some from her stint in the Mamas and Papas and The Buckinghams. Also taking part in the night are guitarist Mike Pinera (Blues Image / Iron Butterfly) as well as Robert Zapata and Charlie Munoz of Cannibal and the Headhunters.

March 29 – Jason Hanna & The Swinging Bananas / Riviera Supper Club, La Mesa. 7 p.m.

Top notch, trumpet led jazz from Hanna and his cohorts at the intimate Riviera Supper Club, every Wednesday, including March 29. Old style cool, somewhere between Herb Alpert’s hip sixties vibe, Blue Note cool and Ratpack soundtrack.

April 7 – Kenny Metcalf as Elton: The Early Years / The Magnolia, El Cajon. 7 p.m.

There are plenty of tribute bands, but few are as on the money as Kenny Metcalf as Elton John. Appearing at The Magnolia on April 7, Metcalf specializes in Elton’s 1970’s era with a great mix of deep cuts and classics. Best of all, the band even includes doppelgangers for Elton’s longtime band members.

April 8 – The Farmers / Navajo Live, San Carlos. 7 p.m.

True San Diego legends, The Farmers are one of the busiest bands in town for one simple reason: They never give less than 200% when they’re on stage! The band, which includes local icons, guitarist Jerry Raney (Glory), bassist Chris Sullivan (The Penetrators) and drummer Joel Kmak (The Hitmakers), stops in at Navajo Live on April 8, playing four sets, starting at 7 p.m.