Santa Cruz is a place and vibe like many other seaside escapes dotting the rugged California coastline; timeless in its presence and enchanting to the visitor. Life is so good there. Alex Lucero’s visage is like the endless caress of waves upon the beach and the rhythm of his music is the heartbeat of that small piece of paradise on the northern tip of Monterey Bay. Add a band to Lucero’s mystique and soulful jams, sultry grooves and an explosion of roots, soul and R&B ensue. The summer begins at Art Boutiki when the Alex Lucero Band takes the stage—a most fitting venue for those sultans of chill.
Fri, 8pm, $15/adv, $20/door
Art Boutiki, San Jose
