The Mendocino Setlist: October 7-13 (updated 12:48 p.m.)

MENDOCINO CO., 10/7/24 – It’s another great week for live music in Mendocino County!

This week’s pick is Phantom Hound in Fort Bragg on Saturday. The Oakland-based trio performs a fusion of psychedelic and stoner rock, as if the Grateful Dead turned metal. It invites less ecstatic dance and more slow-mo headbanging (but hey, move as the music moves you). The band will be supported by Surfsquatch, which performs it own unique mix of surf music meets psychedelic metal. The show is 21 and over, takes place at 9 p.m., costs $5 and takes place at the Golden West Saloon at 128 E. Redwood Ave., Fort Bragg.

Get out and see a show!  

Submit your upcoming music events by each Sunday for the Setlist to sarah@mendovoice.com.  

Monday, October 7 

Live jazz music – The Mendocino Jazz Society hosts a weekly jazz session. Swing dancing classes available from 5-6 p.m. All ages, 6-9 p.m., no cover (food or drink purchase required), Tall Guy Brewing, 362 N. Franklin St., Fort Bragg, (707) 954-9132, tallguybrewing.beer.  

Tuesday, October 8 

Roy Helsing – Every Tuesday Roy Helsing performs on his digital accordion, blending hundreds of instruments to create everything from a small combo to a full philharmonic orchestra. Helsing plays an eclectic mix of Americana standards, light jazz and rock, timeless ballads from the ‘50s through the ‘80s, and an array of Italian, Latin and French tunes. Seniors (60+) $5, under 60 years of age $8, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Redwood Coast Senior Center, 490 N. Harold St., Fort Bragg, (707) 964-0443, rcscenter.org. 

Live local music – Local musicians perform at a restaurant overlooking the Pacific Ocean. All ages, times vary, no cover (food or drink purchase required), Noyo River Grill, 1011 S. Main St., Fort Bragg, (707) 962-9050. 

Wednesday, October 9 

KC – When she’s not hosting her radio show on the Skunk FM, KC plays piano each week at the Redwood Coast Senior Center. KC performs a repertoire of golden oldies through the ‘70s, including easy listening and rock. Seniors (60+) $5, under 60 years of age $8, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Redwood Coast Senior Center, 490 N. Harold St., Fort Bragg, (707) 964-0443, rcscenter.org. 

Karaoke night – Belt out your favorite songs every Wednesday at karaoke night. 21 and over, 7-11 p.m., no cover (food or drink purchase required), Coyote Valley Casino, 77 Coyote Valley Blvd., Redwood Valley, (707) 485-0700, coyotevalleycasino.com.  

Open mic – Everyone’s a star at open mic every Wednesday. 21 and over, 7 p.m.-12 a.m., donations accepted, Shanachie Pub, 50 B South Main St., Willits, (707) 459-9194. 

Live local music – Local musicians perform at a restaurant overlooking the Pacific Ocean. All ages, times vary, no cover (food or drink purchase required), Noyo River Grill, 1011 S. Main St., Fort Bragg, (707) 962-9050. 

Thursday, October 10 

Live jazz – Enjoy live jazz music at the Sea Ranch Lodge’s bar and restaurant. All ages, 6-9 p.m., no cover (food or drink purchase required), The Sea Ranch Lodge, 60 Sea Walk Dr., The Sea Ranch, (707) 579-9777, thesearanchlodge.com. 

Open mic – Everyone’s a star at open mic every Thursday. All ages, 7-10 p.m., no cover (food or drink purchase required), Tall Guy Brewing, 362 N. Franklin St., Fort Bragg, (707) 954-9132, tallguybrewing.beer.  

Karaoke night – Belt out your favorite songs every Thursday at karaoke night. All ages from 7-9 p.m., 21 and over after 9 p.m., no cover, the Thirsty Axe, 209 S. School St., Ukiah, (707) 238-8778, thirstyaxe.com. 

Live local music – Local musicians perform at a restaurant overlooking the Pacific Ocean. All ages, times vary, no cover (food or drink purchase required), Noyo River Grill, 1011 S. Main St., Fort Bragg, (707) 962-9050. 

Friday, October 11 

James Patrick Regan – Vocalist and guitarist James Patrick Regan performs. Regan is the singer-guitarist for the Deadlies and has provided tour support for Lisa Marie Presley, the Mavericks, Eric Martin, Shuggie Otis, Metalachi, Blue Öyster Cult, Greg Kihn, the B‐52’s, Dick Dale, Billy Bob Thornton and the Boxmasters, the Protomen & Big Bad Voodoo Daddy. All ages, 5:30-7:30 p.m., no cover (food or drink purchase required), Anderson Valley Brewing Company, 17700 Boonville Rd., Boonville, (707) 895-2337, avbc.com. 

Funkasaurus – Local funk tribute band Funkasaurus performs. All ages, 6-8 p.m., $15 in advance, $20 door, Gualala Arts Center, 46501 Old State Highway, Gualala, (707) 884-1138, buy tickets here. 

Marcus McCallen – Marcus McCallen has been an integral part of the Northern California music scene for over twenty years. Recognized as a versatile, soulful singer and accomplished guitarist, he has shared the stage with Van Morrison, Chris Isaak, Jerry Jeff Walker, Jessie Colin Young, the Pointer Sisters, the Sons of Champlin, Peter Rowan, the Rowan Brothers, Richard Marks and many others. He performs as part of Mendocino Grove’s weekly pop-up dinner. All ages, 6-8 p.m., $25 for adults, $15 for kids, Mendocino Grove, 9601 CA-1, Mendocino, (707) 880-7710, mendocinogrove.com. 

DJ Beetroot – Enjoy an evening of brews and beats with DJ Beetroot. All ages, 7-10 p.m., no cover (food or drink purchase required), Tall Guy Brewing, 362 N. Franklin St., Fort Bragg, (707) 954-9132, tallguybrewing.beer. 

Cosmic Family Band – Local jam band Cosmic Family Band performs original music that’s a reflection of the Mendocino County community. 21 and over, 8 p.m., donations accepted, Shanachie Pub, 50 B South Main St., Willits, (707) 459-9194. 

Saturday, October 12 

Mama Grows Funk – Local funk and party band Mama Grows Funk performs at the Mendocino Volunteer Fire Department’s annual open house. There will also be free barbecue, ice cream, fire engine rides and more. All ages, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., free, Mendocino Volunteer Fire Department, 44700 Little Lake Rd., Mendocino, (707) 937-0131, mendocinofire.com.  

Saturday Session – Musicians of all skill levels are invited to join Kyle Madrigal and/or Gustavo Amaral for open jam. 21 and over, 3-6 p.m., donations accepted, Shanachie Pub, 50 B South Main St., Willits, (707) 459-9194. 

Live local music – Local acts perform in a relaxing, outdoor dining area every Saturday. All ages, 5-9 p.m., no cover (food or drink purchase required), Cucina Verona, 124 E. Laurel St., Fort Bragg, (707) 964-6844, cucinaverona.com. 

Deep Pockets – The band Deep Pockets performs R&B, funk and blues. All ages, 7-10 p.m., no cover (food or drink purchase required), Tall Guy Brewing, 362 N. Franklin St., Fort Bragg, (707) 954-9132, tallguybrewing.beer. 

Those Guys – Michael Canavos and Chris Rovetti are Those Guys. The duo performs rock, country, blues and folk. 21 and over, 8 p.m., donations accepted, Shanachie Pub, 50 B South Main St., Willits, (707) 459-9194. 

Phantom Hound – Oakland-based psychedelic doom rock band Phantom Hound performs. Local favorite Surfsquatch opens. 21 and over, 9 p.m., $5, Golden West Saloon, 128 E. Redwood Ave., Fort Bragg, (707) 813-4696, thegoldenwestsaloon.com.  

Live local music – Local musicians perform at a restaurant overlooking the Pacific Ocean. All ages, times vary, no cover (food or drink purchase required), Noyo River Grill, 1011 S. Main St., Fort Bragg, (707) 962-9050. 

Sunday, October 13 

Benefit for Mendocino Coast Children’s Fund – The Alex Markels Jazz Band headlines an evening of music benefiting the Mendocino Coast Children’s Fund. The band will be joined by jazz, blues and bossa nova singer Karen Sudijan, jazz vocalist Lauralee Brown and saxophonist Karl Schoen. All proceeds benefit the fund. All ages, 5-8 p.m., suggested donation $20-$50, the Pub at North Coast Brewing, 444 N. Main St., Fort Bragg, (707) 964-3400, northcoastbrewing.com. 

Helene Eve – Local musician Helene Eve plays multiple styles of music on vocals and guitar, including blues, jazz, funk, contemporary pop, folk, a twist of country and many originals. She’s the former bandleader of Eve and the Mystics and has performed with the Scorchers, Second Glance and the Stage Band. All ages, 6-9 p.m., no cover (food or drink purchase required), Noyo River Grill, 1011 S. Main St., Fort Bragg, (707) 962-9050. 

Songwriters in the Round – Enjoy a Nashville-inspired evening of music with three singer-songwriters: Mendocino’s R. O. Shapiro, Sacramento’s Justin Farren and Chapel Hill’s Wes Collins. BYOB. All ages, 8 p.m., $20, Valerie, 10560 Lansing St., Mendocino, buy tickets here.