Howdy, y'all!

It's Tuesday, which means the week is officially moving. Maybe not fast, but she's moving.

I've been fighting the overwhelming urge to pack up my laptop and work from the beach all day because this weather is absolutely showing off. But as we learned from my previous life choices... me + the beach + "working" usually ends with approximately zero work getting done. So today, we're locking tf in.

Instead, let's channel all this sunshine into making some actual plans:
Enter to win a pair of tickets to the Friday Night Preview pARTy at ArtWalk Liberty Station! Get an early look at incredible artwork before the festival officially begins, enjoy live music, food, drinks, and a chance to mingle with the artists. Then come back all weekend long for the free festival, featuring 175 artists, interactive art experiences, local eats, and fun for all ages.*

JUST ANNOUNCED

• Warning: this one may leave your Apple Watch wondering why your heart rate spiked. Borgore hits Spin on 8/28.

• With more than 1.6 million monthly Spotify listeners and a string of viral tracks, PayGotti is quickly becoming one of West Coast rap's rising names. Catch him live at House of Blues on 8/13.

• This lineup feels like finding your next favorite band four times in one night. Welcome Strawberry, Sunder, Memory Leak, and Sparkler play Whistle Stop Bar on 7/24.

• The Black Keys are playing one of their most intimate Chicago shows in years at The Vic Theatre on 7/15, and we're flying someone out to see it. Enter to win tickets, a flight credit, and a complimentary stay at the Hotel Lincoln Chicago.*

• Check out all the just-announced shows from July so far & stay on top of presales so you aren't finding out when your favorite artists' concerts are sold out!

NEW MONTH. NEW PLAYLIST. NEW TUNES

It's a new month, which means your soundtrack deserves a little refresh. My team rounded up the songs we've been obsessing over lately, and we'll keep adding to the playlist all month long.

IN THE FUTURE

LOCALS ONLY

• Nothing ruins a beach day faster than a closed restroom. 😅 The City now has a map showing which Mission Beach and Mission Bay facilities are open before you go.

• Not to fear monger... but maybe have an earthquake plan (just in case!!!). California offers free preparedness resources, including the MyShake app, so you're ready if the ground decides to get dramatic.

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