It was Saturday night, and the Continental Room came alive with electric energy, a gathering of local music fans in the know. The venue, with separating rooms that seemed to have lives of their own, held the promise of something undeniably cool. Above the chatter of the crowd, disco balls cast shimmering reflections against a backdrop of libations and whispered conversations. With the show sold out and the Tijuana Panthers on deck, the stage was set for Long Beach’s latest sensation–Softjaw.

In the dimly lit confines of Costa Mesa’s local joint, The Wayfarer, music aficionados were treated to a rare spectacle—a performance by the enigmatic rock outfit, Big Monsta. Under the mesmerizing glow of a super blue moon, the stage was set for an unforgettable evening of gritty, blues-infused rock, and soul-stirring lyrics that struck a chord deep within the hearts of the audience.