Located in Beautiful Tehachapi, California (Stallion Springs community)
PREVIOUS EVENTS
Doors open at 1:00 pm
Music is from 2 - 5
email info@casacontiki.com for more information
Phoenix Mendoza
Saturday, May 6, 2023
A teller of tales, singer of songs, and painter of pictures. Phoenix Mendoza exudes the same singer-songwriter/artist vibe that came to define Laurel canyon in the early 70’s. Signed to Warner Chappell Music shortly after arriving in Nashville TN where he currently resides, Mendoza has written, performed, and recorded with major label artists such as Brantley Gilbert, Love and Theft, Trevor Rosen (Old Dominion), Steve Wariner, Whisperin’ Bill Anderson, JD Souther and Raul Malo (The Mavericks) to name a few. And has been featured on major motion picture soundtracks with the likes of Chris Stapleton, Randy Houser, and Kix Brooks (Brooks and Dunn). He co-produced “Pieces of You” by Chris Carmack (Grey’s Anatomy, ABC’s Nashville, The OC) and, “I Thought I Knew it All” by Electra Mustaine with Grammy winner Ben Fowler. Both of which were featured in Rolling Stone. https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-country/hear-nashville-star-chris-carmacks-achingpieces-of-you-47919/ https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-country/see-electra-mustaines-country-cover-ofmegadeths-knew-it-all-230376/
He spent five years writing, recording, and touring with the band HighSouth. Releasing 3 albums and topping the charts in multiple countries. His influence on the band and their music helped rebrand them into the 70’s songwriter/vocal harmony genre that long-time friend and collaborator Josh Leo helped pioneer. In 2019, with the arrival of his daughter Luna and, shortly there after, his son Jasper, the songs began to change. Phoenix felt that it was time to recalibrate his focus to a more intimate, storyteller setting. The honesty of fatherhood and the need to be present, opened a well of creativity previously untapped. From that well came his first solo project in 10 years, “Jasper - Side One” a five song EP that is currently available on all platforms. His follow-up EP “Luna - Side Two” is already in the works and set to be released in 2023. Along with his music, Mendoza has been creating Original Oil paintings on canvas. Some of which are auctioned off at live shows across the country.
Brad Colerick
Sunday, June 11, 2023
Casa Con Tiki welcomes Los Angeles-based country-folk singer/songwriter Brad Colerick. He is an emerging voice in the contemporary folk scene. Billboard Magazine called him “one of a baker’s dozen of acts to watch in the folk community around the world.” The Associated Press said of his latest CD, “Colerick's stories are worth hearing... his warm, sunny, homey tenor brings alive the characters, places, and relationships in these songs…songs that are so good they’ll likely be covered by artists better known than Colerick, but he does them justice himself.”
A finalist at Kerrville, Rocky Mountain, Falcon Ridge, and Sisters Folk Festival songwriter competitions, Colerick’s songs and stories grab the attention of audiences and don’t let go. His plain-spoken lyrics, along with exquisitely crafted melodies, are delivered with clarity and passion.
He is a commanding presence on stage, due in part to the hundreds of shows he has hosted every Wednesday night for nearly five years at his popular Wine & Song concert series in Los Angeles alongside artists such as Herb Pedersen, Joe Pug, Katy Moffatt, Tony Lucca, Joe Henry, Dan Navarro, Jude Johnstone, and countless others.
For more information, go to bradcolerick.com
Erica Sunshine Lee
Saturday, August 19, 2023
Casa Con Tiki is looking forward to introducing Tehachapi to
Erica Sunshine Lee is "The hardest working woman in country music,” and 2020, 2021 & 2022 TRMA’s “Female artist of the year,” TRMA's 2020 “Horizon Artist of the Year,” and four consecutive winners of 2019, 2020, 2021 & 2022 Music Video of the year! She is also the Winner of Radio Trop Rock’s 2020 “song of the year.” Sunshine is a prolific songwriter, Nashville Recording Artist, and International touring 'Georgia Gypsy.' Sunshine just released her 10th original album titled “Same Ship Different Day,” bringing a feel-good summertime country/rock vibe to a shore near you, featuring 2021’s the TRMA music video of the year: “Single for the Summer.”
Erica's 9th album, Bulletproof, features her single and mission to “Be the girl that can Change the World.” Since 2007, Sunshine has been a full-time road warrior, performing around 250+ shows annually around Australia, Asia, New Zealand, Samoa, Fiji, Europe, and the US, including the world's largest music festival SUMMERFEST in Milwaukee 3 years in a row. She has scored 2 Top 80 US Music Row Singles, 3 top 10 Europe country singles, and 1 Australian Top 20 single. A finalist for the 2015 Australian's People's Choice Award, Erica Sunshine Lee was 2014's "Georgia Country Female Artist of the Year" and has written songs for hundreds of US artists and Aussie artists Viper Creek Band, Whiskey Business, Mitchell Shadlow, Drēw McAlister, Lauren Wheatley, Ryan Morris and more. Sunshine has opened for country superstars David Allan Coe, Randy Houser, Maren Morris, Canaan Smith, Granger Smith, Dylan Scott, Cam, Drake White, Brett Eldredge, David Nail, Darryl Worley, and shared the stage with legends Billy Gibbons, Tommy Tutone, and John Michael Montgomery. In addition, sunshine has performed at Australia's Tamworth Country music festival for five years.
With a unique gritty country-rock alto voice, Sunshine delivers unfiltered, raw stories from in-your-face drinking/party songs to rip your heart out sentimental ballads! She brings warmth in her fun, upbeat escape island music and catchy, addictive hooks that linger in your head. Erica Sunshine Lee's songwriting talent covers everything from country to outlaw to pop and tropical rock. It keeps on impressing audiences worldwide with her authentic and prolific songwriting ability, magnetic personality, and stage presence. Erica Sunshine Lee has penned over 55 songs recorded by other Nashville & International country acts and also recently wrote and produced East Tennessee’s rising star Reagan Willis’ debut EP “Like-Minded Strangers.” This Published Author has also written two children’s books that are available on Amazon.com
For more information, check out her website ericasunshinelee.com
MIKE NASH
Sunday
November 19th, 2023
Mike Nash is a performer and songwriter born and raised in Nashville, TN. Unlike most musicians who move to Nashville to find their way, Mike chose a different path-moving from Nashville to find his professional music beginnings in Cocoa Beach, FL, in the early 2000s. A proven songwriter, entertainer and frontman for nationally touring Southern Drawl Band, Mike has been professionally touring throughout the world for decades. Mike has shared the
big stage with world-famous artists such as Lynyrd Skynyrd, Jimmy Buffett, Charlie Daniels, Eddie Money, David Allen Coe, and many others. His unique brand of “rockin' country with a
twist of lime and splash of saltwater distilled in the backwoods of Tennessee” keeps audiences coming back time after time for his lighthearted fun inducing performances.
Helping his fans “forget about life for a while” and enjoy his tales from the tropics with an umbrella drink or two. Mike Nash is a unique songwriter and entertainer who prides himself
on a wide variety of songs and styles to entertain even the most critical and a live performance charisma that cannot be missed and won’t soon be forgotten.
To learn more about Mike Nash go to: https://nashmike.com/
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Abby Litman & Hannah Connolly
Sat., March 16, 2024
Doors open at 1pm
Music from 2-5pm
$20 cash at the door
Singer-songwriter Abby Litman is a rising star in the folk genre whose songs marry the lyrical traditions of American roots music with innovative acoustic arrangements and modern concepts.
“Acoustically vibrant, lyrically poetic, and calling to mind Joni Mitchell, Abby Litman is a name you will want to keep on your radar.” - Folk Radio
“Hannah Connolly is a breath of fresh air for the Folk/Country scene showing off her graceful vocals and uplifting music, acting as a resurgence for classic country twang and great storytelling.”
- American Songwriter
The Rough & Tumble
Sat., April 6, 2024
Doors open at 1pm
Music from 2-5pm
$20 cash at the door
The Rough & Tumble, a dynamic duo comprised of Mallory Graham and Scott Tyler, have been captivating audiences with their unique blend of dumpster-folk and thrift store-Americana for over a decade. The Pennsylvania-born Graham and Central California's Tyler have a knack for weaving together elements of joy, sorrow, comedy, and drama in their music, leaving audiences on the edge of their seats.
Casa Con Tiki is delighted to present
The Rough & Tumble aren’t casual road dogs, but they aren’t letting on, either. From their upbeat, commanding stage presence and sharp banter, to their earworm-inducing melodies and heartstring lyrics, this thriftstore Folk-Americana duo refuses to bring the haggard road-worn stereotype to their audience-- even though they’ve earned it. In fact, The Rough & Tumble have been elbowing out of most stereotypes.
Performing Folk, Blues, Pop, Americana, and Original Songs to Invoke and Celebrate the Human Spirit
The InVocations
Marilyn Meyer & Bob Schetter
Sat., April 20, 2024
Doors open at 1pm
Music from 2-5pm
$20 cash donation at the door
The InVocations, a Central Coast based duo is comprised of the talents of Marilyn Meyer and Bob Schetter. Meeting at Penny Nichol’s songwriting camp, Summersongs, in 2016, they have steadily become known in the songwriting communities of the Central Coast. Their writing and vocal style is Americana with elements of Celtic folk, Blues, and 60’s Folk revival. Marilyn is known for her amazing voice and range, while Bob keeps the beat with his skillful Appalachian inspired guitar playing. Together, their harmonies have been praised by Stan DeWitt, Michael McNevin, Severin Brown, Late for the Train, and Jaynee Thorne. They have played for Steve Key and his talent showcases, Fiddler’s Crossing, and Island Brewing in Carpinteria.
Marilyn began writing and performing in high school , and is a graduate and former professor of Theatre Arts at Cal State University, Fullerton.
Bob has had a lengthy career as both a side man and front personality in New York, Michigan, and California. He was rhythm guitarist for George Bedard and the Bonnevilles, and front man for Little Red and the Big Blues Band. His work with country and rockabilly continued with Drivin’ Sideways. He played acoustic blues in the 70’s at the Ark coffeehouse. More recently he has won guitar and vocal awards at the Topanga Banjo and Fiddle contest every year for the last 6 years. Bob also plays in the fun duo The WineTones with Mark Alciati.
Their original music and covers demonstrate a wide range of moods and styles, from tender ballads to kickass rockabilly, country to jazz, and always returning to beloved folk artists.
