Thurs., May 30 | 7 p.m.
VENTURA LIVE | Music, Laughter, and Magic
Marley’s Ghost
This acclaimed Band (with a capital B) boasts a huge following of fervent fans and listeners, including many fellow musicians. Their artistry transcends genres and generations, with an eclectic, rollicking set featuring Honky Tonk, Texas Swing, Folk, Country, Swampy Blues and Ballads. During their emotionally rich performances, audiences are captivated by their divine harmonies, and their exquisite songs linger in ears long after the last note has been sung. Dan Wheetman, who is chief songwriter in the group (also bassist, fiddler, guitarist and singer), has deep roots in Ventura County, having grown up in Ventura and Simi Valley. As a composer and creator, he went on to win L.A. Drama Critics Circle Awards and a Tony for Ain’t Nothin’ But the Blues. Dan is known to Rubicon audiences for A John Denver Christmas (co-created with Randall Mylar), and various incarnations of Lonesome Traveler (with Jim O’Neil). The Band’s most recent released album, aptly named Travelin’ Shoes, was produced by virtuoso Larry Campbell (Bob Dylan, Levon Helm), previously behind the boards for The Woodstock Sessions.
“If there’s a group who can push forward the ageless American blueprint of The Band, it might just be Marley’s Ghost.” – Something Else
“This West Coast group deftly dashes across decades of American music to create a sound that’s steeped in tradition but never bogged down by traditionalism.” – L.A. Weekly
FEATURED FOOD TRUCK:
We invite you to arrive early and check out our brand-new outdoor patio! It’s the perfect spot to relax before the show, enjoy mouthwatering bites from our featured food trucks, and sip on specially crafted themed cocktails. For “Marley’s Ghost“ we are featuring HAPPY PLACE EATERY, an award-winning food truck nestled in the heart of Ventura County (gearing up to open a new restaurant in Downtown Ventura right on Main St in the Jimmy’s Slice location!). They specialize in a mouthwatering array of Smash Burgers, Wings, Cheese Steaks, Pretzel Bites with Hatch Cheese, and Crispy Fries. We strongly encourage you to get here 2 hours before showtime to allow plenty of time to order and enjoy your meal and make the most of your night! Take a look at their menu below: