JC Garrett

SF/NY GUITAR TRIO: ALEX SKOLNICK, RON JACKSON, GEORGE COLE Sunday January 12 at 1PM

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Three supremely talented guitarists together for an epic, engaging and memorable show (suitable music lovers of all ages). Highly regarded by the music industry, each artist brings their unique style that culminates in a well rounded, entertaining collaboration. A superb guitar trio touring in promotion of their 2025 release.

We Are Under Contract To Buy The Building

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Dear Friends of Les Blank Films, Arhoolie Foundation and Down Home Music, They need your help! The GoFundMe page at https://gofund.me/fd279b0f I’m not a musician, but I know the value of music in all its varieties. I’m not a filmmaker, but I know the value of films that show us aspects of cultures we don’t … Read more

Help Save the longtime home of…

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Les Blank Films , Arhoolie Foundation , and Down Home Music , (a hotbed of unique and authentic American music and culture.)All are cultural treasures in El Cerrito, CA, since 1977!! Our building is on the potential chopping block unless we get some public and private $$$ to save it for posterity!! https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-secure-el-cerritos-cultural-landmark

Fall Record Swap Sunday, September, 29th. 6 AM

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Down Homes Fall Parking Lot record sale. Sunday, September 29th, at 8am to 12pm. 10341 San Pablo Avenue, El Cerrito. For further info contact JC at 510.525.2129. mail@downhomemusic.com. No entry fee. No sellers fee. Weather pending. All things audio: vintage LP’s, 45’s, 78’s, stereo gear, amps, instruments, and more…

Down Home presents Saturday, April 29th at 2PM

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the Out of Town Couple, a duo featuring Upright Bass ( Leslie Thorne ) and Guitar ( Roger Brown ) with shared Vocals / Harmonies. They draw from influences such as Swing Era favorites, local blues legends, jazz and folk styles plus some original songs. They like songs that tell stories and have a collection … Read more

Fall Record Swap Sunday, September, 25th.

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Down Homes Fall Parking Lot record sale. Sunday, September 25th, at 8am to 12pm. Be safe, wear masks, and practice social distancing. 10341 San Pablo Avenue, El Cerrito. For further info contact JC at 510.525.2129. mail@downhomemusic.com. No entry fee. No sellers fee. Weather pending. All things audio: vintage LP’s, 45’s, 78’s, stereo gear, amps, instruments, … Read more

Down Homes mid-summer Parking Lot record sale.

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Sunday, July, 24th at 8am to 12pm. Be safe, wear masks, and practice social distancing. 10341 San Pablo Avenue, El Cerrito. For further info contact JC at 510.525.2129. mail@downhomemusic.com. No entry fee. No sellers fee. Weather pending. All things audio: vintage LP’s, 45’s, 78’s, stereo gear, amps, instruments, and more…

A REMINDER OF OUR UPCOMING

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Down Home Parking Lot Record Swap.Sunday, May, 22nd at 8am to 12pm. Be safe and practice social distancing. 10341 San Pablo Avenue, El Cerrito. For further info contact JC at 510.525.2129. mail@downhomemusic.com. No entry fee. No sellers fee. Weather pending. All things audio: vintage LP’s, 45’s, 78’s, stereo gear, amps, instruments, and more…Embraced as El … Read more

A PFA Berkeley Showing of the Film THIS AIN’T NO MOUSE MUSIC!

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Chris Simon and Maureen Gosling are thrilled to let you know that the Berkeley Film Foundation has chosen THIS AIN’T NO MOUSE MUSIC! to launch their series “Berkeley Film Foundation Celebrates Ten Years of Local Filmmaking” at the Pacific Film Archive (BAMPFA) in Berkeley, by presenting it FREE on their BIG outdoor screen! https://bampfa.org/…/free-outdoor-screening-aint-no-mouse-m… Thursday, … Read more

Saturday, August 31st at 2pm RUMBON

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A return of the Rumberos with an emphasis this time on the Afro-Cuban vocal tradition. A Live Free In-Store show of community based Rumba ideas & rhythmic themes presented as a workshop. The ever present excitement of live rumba drumming and singing bringing people together. With Tito Reynoso, Jose Luis, Trevino Leon, Vladimar Rosell, Jonny-Boy … Read more

Don’t Forget Down Home’s Upcoming Audio Flea Market

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Sunday, August 18th starting at 8 AM. The usual assortment of LPs, 45s, etc. stereo equipment, instruments & amps, and all things music. No seller fees. No entry fees. (Not to be confused with our 2nd Sunday 78 rpm swap meet.) PLEASE SHARE! Looking to Sell? mail@downhomemusic.com 510-525 2129

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