The eighth edition of Sounds Like San Diego features local artists performing their takes on songs made famous by artists from San Diego, from 1960 through today. The evening also includes appearances by some of the original musicians, performing their classics, with music historian Bart Mendoza giving commentary on the area’s rich musical history throughout. The program includes music from Iron Butterfly, The Cascades, Switchfoot, Jack Tempchin, David Gates, JJ Cale, Ratt, and more. There will be three themes running through the fast paced show, with singer-songwriters, musical pioneers, and sixties soul all part of the mix of sounds. This year’s performers include:

Jesse Davis : The legendary Northern soul singer will sing his 1967 classic “Gonna Hang On In There Girl.”

The Dinettes: This pioneering all female bands’ first show in 37 years. Formed in Spring 1979 and originally an all-girl band, the Dinettes were fronted by singer/songwriter Doriot Negrette. The band - á la Josie and the Pussycats - had a black girl in the group, singer/guitarist Joyce Rooks, at least for a while. Rooks had been in the Cockpits, also originally all-girl, though they later recruited male players like future Beat Farmer Country Dick Montana. The night includes original members Doriot Lair, Sue Delguidice, Joyce Rooks, and Irene Liberatore (Dolan).

Wayne Riker: Author and guitarist (jazz and blues a specialty), winner of the 2017 San Diego Music Awards Lifetime Achievement trophy.

Johnny Vernazza: Former guitarist with 70’s hitmakers, the Elvin Bishop Group, played with Van Morrison etc. He will join in on an AM Radio classic.

True Stories: An all-star group of musicians that includes David Fleminger, Normandie Wilson, Symea Solomon, and Greg Smith.

Pony Death Ride: Acclaimed husband and wife musical comedy duo.

Plus appearances from Nina Francis, Peter Hall, Marie Haddad, and Scott Mathiasen.