Okay, I KNOW I said I’d shut up about Launchpad after yesterday, but allow me ONE final thought. 😂

Last night ROCKED (literally and figuratively), and during Tigers in Cairo’s set, their lead singer, David, said something that really stuck with me: small venues, local businesses, local artists, community events…those are the things that actually shape a city and its culture.

And he’s right! We’ve watched places like Brick by Brick close, and it’s a good reminder that the things we love about San Diego don’t just stick around because we love them. We have to actually show up for them.

So after four Launchpad shows, I’m just really grateful I got to be a tiny part of bringing people together, putting some local artists onstage, and hopefully introducing a few of you to something new.

That’s my final Launchpad yap. 🫡 Support local. Show up for your community. And PICK UP YOUR FUCKING TRASH. K thanks!!!!

Now that I’ve given my State of the Union address, let’s go see Jeff Goldblum play jazz. 😂

Jeff Goldblum & The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra are joining the San Diego Symphony Orchestra at The Rady Shell THIS SUNDAY, and I’ve got tickets! Enter to win before it’s too late!*

JUST ANNOUNCED

• Well, your New Year’s Eve plans just started planning themselves. Tribal Seeds are ringing in 2027 at The Sound with Dubbest and Eureka Sound. Tickets go on sale Friday!

• A.CHAL has been making music for the 1am version of you for years. Now he’s bringing it to Music Box on 9/16.

• A raspy voice and some guitars under the Quartyard disco ball? Sure, twist my arm. Sawyer Hill is coming through on 10/24.

• Speaking of showing up for local music... Dadlore, Blazed, and Veto have Soda Bar covered on 9/19. Three local bands, one room. You know what to do.

• You know the drill! MORE just announced shows where those came from!

I SHOULD TATTOO “ENTER TO WIN” ON MY FOREHEAD

I can’t win these tickets for you, people!!! You’ve gotta meet me halfway. Head to the giveaway page, see what’s up for grabs, and throw your name into everything that looks good.

WHENEVER

LOCALS ONLY

• Think you should be onstage? Okay, prove it. LINKSD is looking for local rappers, singers, and musicians for its 8/28 showcase at Mixed Grounds North Park. Send your submission to [email protected] make sure you cc: [email protected] for consideration.

• Please congratulate San Diego’s newest graduates. Three orphaned raccoons just became the first to complete Project Wildlife’s special nursery program, learning how to raccoon properly before being released back into the wild.

• Do Pilates, immediately reward yourself by petting dogs. Perfect system. There’s a FREE 45-minute class at Old Trolley Barn Park Saturday, followed by adoptable pups and mocktails!

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