The San Diego musical world has a distinct international and humanistic flair this week with performances from binational bands, international trios, socially conscious rock, and a live event to benefit the American Civil Liberties Union\u2019s work. <\/p>\n
Aimee Mann<\/p>\n
Singer-songwriter Aimee Mann brings her 22 \u00bd Lost In Space Anniversary Tour<\/a> to The Sound on March 5. Showcasing the release of her recently remastered 2002 album, \u201cLost In Space,\u201d the night will include a performance of the recording in its entirety, alongside a batch of her best-known singles, including the likes of \u201cSave Me.\u201d <\/p>\n It\u2019s been over three decades since Mann started her post Til Tuesday solo career, as her most recent single, \u201cI See You,\u201d shows, she\u2019s lost none of her lyrical depth or knack for penning a haunting melody.<\/p>\n Aimee Mann: Thursday, March 5, at The Sound<\/a>, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. 7:30 p.m.<\/p>\n Daring Greatly<\/p>\n Country rock combo Daring Greatly<\/a> performs at The Holding Company on Feb. 27. Originally from Canada, Daring Greatly has become one of the hottest bands in the Southwest since they arrived in San Diego circa 2015, with a stream of excellent harmony-driven rock songs that would slot in well on the radio alongside the likes of the Eagles or Jackson Browne. <\/p>\n Following on from last year\u2019s \u201cLet It Ride\u201d album, Daring Greatly\u2019s most recent single, \u201cOh Brother,\u201d spotlights the reason for the band\u2019s success; top notch musicianship, well-arranged vocals, and song hooks a mile long.<\/p>\n Sticky Fingers<\/p>\n Australian trio Sticky Fingers<\/a> takes the stage at SOMA on March 3. While the band\u2019s native country is perhaps best known for hard rock and new wave musical exports, Sticky Fingers mixes reggae, pop, and rock for a breezy island sound topped by a bit of punk attitude. While relatively unknown in the U.S., at home, they are a multi-platinum-selling concern. <\/p>\n Sticky Fingers hasn\u2019t released any new music since 2022\u2019s album \u201cLekker Boy,\u201d so the current set is built around the bands best known songs, such as \u201cHow To Fly\u201d and \u201cRum Rage.\u201d<\/p>\n Sticky Fingers: Tuesday, March 3 at SOMA<\/a>, 3350 Sports Arena Blvd. 8 p.m. <\/p>\n Easy Wind<\/p>\n It\u2019s been said that the music of the Grateful Dead is practically the soundtrack to life in Ocean Beach. So it\u2019s only natural that one of the area\u2019s best tribute bands dedicated to the music of Jerry Garcia, Bob Weir and company would choose to celebrate its 10th anniversary at Winston\u2019s on Feb. 28. <\/p>\n Easy Wind<\/a> specializes in the Dead\u2019s best known songs from their 1970s era, including such evergreens as \u201cTruckin,\u201d \u201cSugar Magnolia\u201d and \u201cCassidy,\u201d making this an excellent show for long time fans and new listeners alike.<\/p>\n Easy Wind: Saturday, Feb. 28 at Winston\u2019s<\/a>, 1921 Bacon St., 9 p.m. $20.<\/p>\n Ozomatli<\/p>\n The legendary Latin rock band Ozomatli<\/a> returns to San Diego for a show at the Music Box on Feb. 27. Singing in both English and Spanish, in addition to rock, the band\u2019s kaleidoscope of influences includes blues, cumbia, rap, and soul, with a socially conscious message behind their music. <\/p>\n The band touches on subjects ranging from workers\u2019 rights to immigration, all with irresistible rhythms to match lyrical subjects. On tour in support of their 1998 self-titled debut, it\u2019s been six years since their last album, but funky new single, \u201cRed Line,\u201d a paean to working-class folks, has fans hopeful for a new full-length release before too long.<\/p>\n Ozomatli: Friday, Feb. 27, at Music Box<\/a>, 1337 India St., 8 p.m.<\/p>\n The Amandas<\/p>\n Balboa Park\u2019s Panama 66 will be an open-air dance party on Feb. 28, when The Amandas<\/a> make their appearance. Based around the vocals of singer Amanda Suter, the six-piece band specializes in 1960s-style nitty, gritty, hot and sweaty soul, garage, all songs played built around a serious groove and made to pack a dance floor. <\/p>\n Dancing is, in fact, optional at Amandas\u2019 gigs, but with a set list that includes everything from Aretha Franklin\u2019s \u201cChain of Fools\u201d to a funky version of Cream\u2019s \u201cSunshine of Your Love,\u201d it\u2019s going to be hard to resist.<\/p>\n The Amandas: Saturday, Feb. 28, at Panama 66<\/a>, 1450 El Prado. 7:30 p.m. No cover. <\/p>\n Nat King Cole tribute<\/p>\n Gifted pianist Joshua White<\/a> continues his series of shows celebrating the Great American Songbook<\/a> with a tribute to Nat King Cole<\/a> taking place at Dizzy\u2019s on Feb. 28. Cole was one of the most important musicians of the 20th century, a regular on the Top 40 charts until his untimely death at age 45 in 1965. Cole is most remembered for his velvety, soulful voice, but he was also an amazing jazz pianist, making him the perfect artist to have his music interpreted by White. <\/p>\n Cole scored more than a hundred hits during his career, most of which are now considered standards. The setlist possibilities are endless, but any concert that might include such favorites as \u201cStraighten Up and Fly Right,\u201d \u201cRoute 66,\u201d or \u201cJust One Of Those Things\u201d is sure to be a thrill for jazz fans.<\/p>\n The Joshua White Trio Spotlights Nat King Cole: Saturday, Feb. 28 at Dizzy\u2019s at Arias Hall<\/a>, 1717 Morena Blvd., 8 p.m. $25.<\/p>\n We Are All Protesters<\/p>\n We Are All Protesters<\/a>, a fundraiser for the ACLU of San Diego and Imperial Counties<\/a> takes place at The Soap Factory on Feb. 28. Organized by singer-songwriter Dan Gindling with producer Jeff Berkley, the three-hour afternoon event will feature two songs each by a diverse group of 15 bands and solo performers, including The Sleepwalkers, The Brothers Burns, Joey Harris, Lisa Sanders, Cathryn Beeks, The Bastards (with Tim Flannery, Jeff Berkley and Shawn Rohlf), Kori Gillis, Ms. Connie, Julia Sage, Joe Rathburn, Ashley E. Norton, Bug Guts, JT Moring, and Care Cormier. <\/p>\n Meanwhile, four San Diego-based artists will be creating protest-themed art that will be auctioned at the end of the show. This concert promises to be a powerful event for anyone who believes that music can help bring about awareness and change.<\/p>\n We Are All Protesters: Saturday, Feb. 28 at The Soap Factory<\/a>, 2995 Commercial St. 2p.m.-5 p.m. <\/p>\n The Young Dubliners<\/p>\n Celtic folk rockers The Young Dubliners<\/a> play the Belly Up Tavern on March 1. It\u2019s been more than a decade since the band, still led by singer\/guitarist Keith Roberts, released a new album, but fans will be happy to note that there is finally some activity on new music, with a single, \u201cStop Shaking Your Head,\u201d recently issued. <\/p>\n After nearly 35 years, The Young Dubliners mix of original songs and traditional Irish folk tunes with energetic rock \u2018n\u2019 roll is still a winning combination. If you\u2019re a fan of the likes of The Pogues or Flogging Molly, this is the week\u2019s essential gig.<\/p>\n The Tighten Ups<\/p>\n Horn-driven R&B and rock \u2018n\u2019 roll hybrid The Tighten Ups<\/a> perform at The Casbah on March 2. Any Tighten Ups show is practically an instant party, but this night will be extra special as it\u2019s also powerhouse singer Laura Jane Willcock\u2019s birthday. <\/p>\n Unlike many barroom bands, The Tighten Ups concentrate on originals, including songs such as \u201cRidin’\u201d from guitarist Joey Harris\u2019s other band, The Beat Farmers. Willcock never gives less than 100% in concert, with stage presence to spare. This birthday party will likely ramp things up even further. A great way to kick off the week.<\/p>\n The Tighten Ups: Monday, March 2, at The Casbah<\/a>, 2501 Kettner Blvd., 6 p.m. $10. <\/p>\n \t