The Alex Lucero Band w/ Houston Bernard

The Alex Lucero Band w/ Houston Bernard

Mon 8/11

6pm doors/7pm show

All Ages | $25 adv./$30 day of

The Alex Lucero Band is a Soul/ Americana touring act based out of Santa Cruz, CA. They have been hand selected and placed on multiple curated Spotify playlists and have also received awards on The Roots Soul/ R&B Charts for their original compositions. Their wide array of material and super tight band dynamics have made them a tremendous addition to venues and festivals around the nation and even recently through Europe.

Since the beginning of his musical ventures, front man and writer, Alex Lucero has independently released 6 full length albums. Five of which are with The Band (previously named Live Again) and one of which, a solo album entitled “Shine” that was recorded and produced by his good friend Adam Patterson with The Expendables. Whether solo or accompanied with the band, all of Alex’s projects showcase his raw musical abilities, song crafting and passion.

His records have received a phenomenal response enabling Alex to maintain a serious presence and following, playing weekly in both the San Francisco Bay Area and all over California, The US East Coast and the UK, averaging 300 shows a year. Alex and band have gone from supporting major acts (Michael McDonald, Chaka Khan, Pablo Cruise, Monophonics) to receiving headlining slots on main stages and festivals.

The latest single is the title track from the upcoming EP “Long As You Like” which features 7 songs that reach deeper in to Alex’s Americana roots, shifting from boot stomping shuffles to emotional ballads of heartbreak and longing, while sticking true to the Alex Lucero Sound.

Alex Lucero and Band have become a go-to talent in the Bay Area selling out local venues and generating recognizable attention from all angles and genres.

Houston Bernard's love for country music is deeply ingrained in his family history, with a lineage that includes songwriters, touring musicians, and even an outlaw gunfighter who inspired The Eagles' song "Bitter Creek" on their album Desperado. Born in Oklahoma and raised in Alaska, and Massachusetts, Houston is also an Army veteran who has seamlessly transitioned into a successful career as an independent country music recording artist, captivating audiences nationwide with his energetic performances.

Drawing inspiration from a diverse range of musical influences, from Bruce Springsteen to Dolly Parton, Houston infuses his music with the rich country and rockabilly roots of his family. With original songs like "All We Are Is Memories," "People We Are," and "American Dream," Houston has amassed hundreds of thousands of streams on platforms like Spotify and YouTube. His music has been featured on prominent platforms such as Country Rebel, CMT.com, The Heartland Network, and The Country Network.

Having shared the stage with country legends such as Luke Bryan, Old Dominion, Granger Smith, and Clint Black, Houston's dynamic live performances showcase his powerhouse vocals and undeniable stage presence. His latest single, "Ever Gonna Be," produced by hitmaker Bill McDermott at Nashville's Omni Sound Studios, is a testament to his ability to craft country anthems that resonate with listeners undergoing life transitions.

Nominated for an impressive seven awards at the 2024 Josie Music Awards, including Music Video of the Year & Best Performance in a Music Video (Winner) for "In My Blood," Single of the Year for "Don't Feel Like a Livin," and EP of the Year for "Songs for the People," which debuted with over 1 million streams, Houston Bernard is making a significant impact in the country music scene. With nominations for Vocalist and Artist of the Year, Houston's talent and dedication to his craft are undeniable. As he continues to rise in the music industry, Houston Bernard is a true country music maverick, moving forward with the same passion and determination that have defined his musical journey thus far.