Thee Sinseers draw from the rich traditions of soul and R&B, pairing timeless melodies with Joey Quiñones’s velvety vocals. Since forming in East Los Angeles in 2019, the band has built a devoted following with a sound that is both familiar and enduring.
Featuring music from their latest album, Love Stories, this performance looks beyond happy endings to explore everything that comes before, after, and in between. Filled with warmth and romance, the evening unfolds through rich harmonies and songs that feel both deeply familiar and impossible to forget.
Kicking off the evening, Southern California’s The Charities set the mood with their vintage-inspired R&B, lush harmonies, and heartfelt songwriting.
Malian guitarist Vieux Farka Touré has earned international acclaim for his electrifying stage presence and singular blend of desert blues, rock, and West African traditions. His collaborations with Dave Matthews, Derek Trucks, John Scofield, and Khruangbin reflect a career that moves easily across genres and traditions, underscoring his place as a leading voice in contemporary global music.
The son of Ali Farka Touré, one of Mali’s most revered artists, he continues a remarkable legacy while forging a distinctive path of his own. Part of our season opening weekend, Touré returns after a sold-out 2022 performance at The Loft, combining irresistible rhythms, joyful energy, and the kind of musicianship that turns first-time listeners into devoted fans.
José González returns to San Diego with music from his new album, Against The Dying Of The Light. Known for his intricate guitar work and understated vocals, the Swedish artist has captivated audiences around the world, from major festivals to the Nobel Prize Award Ceremony.
Closing our summer season, González performs more than a decade after his first appearance at The Loft. Through songs that reflect on human nature and an uncertain future, he invites audiences to engage with questions that linger long after the performance ends.
For nearly two decades, Grammy-winning Punch Brothers have helped pioneer modern string music. Led by mandolinist Chris Thile, the quintet combines mandolin, fiddle, banjo, guitar, and bass in performances marked by extraordinary musicianship, rich interplay, and an unmistakable sense of momentum.
This performance features music from The Unsung Adventures of Punch Brothers, the band’s first all-instrumental album. Intricate melodies, unexpected turns, and moments of genuine joy reveal the remarkable chemistry between these five musicians, creating a lively musical conversation filled with energy, imagination, and surprise.
VIP – The Unsung Adventure Club Includes:
One (1) premium reserved seat
Invitation to the pre-show Punch Brothers experience, including:
Private pre-show performance by Punch Brothers
Q&A session with Punch Brothers
One (1) limited edition merch bundle, including a signed photo of the band
Early access to merchandise shopping before doors open to the general public
Helado Negro and Reyna Tropical—the musical projects of Roberto Carlos Lange and Fabi Reyna—come together for their first headline performance as Helado Tropical. Their music blends electronic textures, acoustic sounds, and bilingual songwriting while exploring memory, identity, and belonging.
Born from a shared studio session, the collaboration is shaped by movement, place, and personal history. The result is a musical world where atmosphere, rhythm, and storytelling converge, inviting listeners to experience a new creative partnership.
Created by Latin Grammy–nominated choreographer Siudy Garrido and award-winning composer and guitarist José Luis de la Paz, Flamenco Íntimo draws from traditional flamenco forms while embracing a contemporary vision. Combining dance and live music, the work explores the rhythm, artistry, and emotional depth that have made flamenco one of the world’s most enduring art forms.
Recognized as one of the leading voices shaping flamenco today, Garrido brings together an ensemble of dancers and musicians for an evening of movement, live music, and emotion. Flamenco Íntimo offers an opportunity to experience this tradition through the lens of an artist redefining its possibilities.
In collaboration with Flamenco Arts Festival Santa Barbara.
Returning to ArtPower for a third appearance, The Cream of Clapton Band brings selections from Eric Clapton’s live albums, Unplugged and 24 Nights. Clapton bandmates Nathan East (UC San Diego alumnus) and Steve Ferrone, who performed on both recordings, are joined by guitarist Will Johns (Clapton’s nephew) and pianist Noah East (Nathan East’s son).
Featuring “Layla,” “Cocaine,” “Sunshine of Your Love,” and more, rediscover these iconic songs through artists who helped make them unforgettable.
For the third consecutive year, Oscar, Grammy, and Golden Globe-winning composer Michael Giacchino returns for an intimate conversation with two-time Academy Award-winning filmmaker Brad Bird. Together, they have shaped some of the most beloved films of our time, including The Iron Giant, The Incredibles, Ratatouille, Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol, and Incredibles 2.
Presented as part of The Science of Story, this candid discussion offers a behind-the-scenes look at the creative partnership between filmmaker and composer. Through stories and reflections from more than two decades of collaboration, Bird and Giacchino reveal how story and music come together to create unforgettable cinematic experiences.
Music from Cobra Kai, The Penguin, Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, and more
Just before Comic-Con descends upon San Diego, Shredding the Multiverse offers a fresh way to experience the stories that capture our imagination. Bringing together composers Mick Giacchino (The Penguin, Muppet Mayhem), Zach Robinson, and Leo Birenberg (Cobra Kai), this special concert explores the music behind some of today’s most beloved screen worlds.
Selections from Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, The Penguin, Cobra Kai, and more are reimagined in a high-energy live performance by an all-star ensemble of Southern California studio musicians.
“Maruja Limón dominated the stage, breathing new life into flamenco with a captivating fusion.”—Billboard Latin
ArtPower’s summer season kicks off with the California debut of Barcelona-based all-female sextet Maruja Limón. Blending flamenco with Latin rhythms, pop, salsa, dembow, and electronic music, the ensemble creates a dynamic sound brimming with infectious energy. Rooted in tradition and driven by fearless creativity, Maruja Limón reimagines flamenco through an experimental and contemporary lens.
Following acclaimed performances at Lincoln Center and the Kennedy Center, enjoy a rare opportunity to experience Maruja Limón in one of San Diego’s most captivating open-air venues.
