The LA Weekly calls them “cross pollinated gypsy music….one of the most thrilling young acts on the planet.” Formed in 2005 and playing everywhere from the hippest LA clubs to festivals, and even on the street, the band includes two explosive violins, the best slap bass player in the world, musical saw, flamenco and gypsy jazz guitar, trombone, opera, jazz and gypsy vocals, accordion and one little banjolele. Tickets $5 students / $15 general. Contact the A.S. Ticket Office at 805-893-2064.
Fishtank Ensemble
Friday, January 29, 2010, 8pm
UCSB Multicultural Center – End …

SOhO’s hosting a Studio 54-themed party with local ‘70s funk favorites Area 51 providing the live music! Come dressed as your favorite ‘70s celebrity, go “glam” or “hippie-fringe”, “disco-daddy” or Andy Warhol-style! The party will feature a full light show, go-go dancers, prizes and more! Area 51 will be playing old favorites and NEW material, making this a New Years Eve to remember!

Area 51′s Studio 54 NYE Party
Soho, 1221 State St, Santa Barbara
Thursday, December 31, 2009
dinner starting at 7pm, show at 10pm
$100 (includes a 4-course meal)
Age 21+

Big Jugs
Saturday, November 14, 2009, 9 pm
The Mercury Lounge, 5871 Hollister Ave, Goleta
$5 – $10, 21+