Belly Up Tavern

San Diego reggae mainstays The Devastators have spent over two decades crafting a soulful mix of roots reggae, dub, and funk, layered with vintage Hammond organ and clavinet grooves. Voted "Best World Music" at the San Diego Music Awards, the band's road-tested musicians bring over 10,000 combined hours of stage experience to every show. Catch them live at Belly Up Tavern in Solana Beach on Saturday July 25, 2026!

Leeds post-punk quartet Yard Act blend sharp social commentary with witty, danceable grooves that earned their debut 'The Overload' a UK No. 2 chart spot and a Mercury Prize nomination, plus a guest turn from Elton John. Fresh off their acclaimed 'Where's My Utopia?' and gearing up for new album 'You're Gonna Need A Little Music,' catch their electric live show at Belly Up Tavern in Solana Beach on Wednesday August 5, 2026!

W.I.T.C.H. (We Intend To Cause Havoc) were the biggest rock band in Zambia, pioneering the fuzzed-out, psychedelic sound of Zamrock in the 1970s. Reunited since 2013, they've since released their first new album in 40 years, captivating a whole new generation with their electrifying blend of rock, funk, and traditional African rhythms. See them live at Belly Up Tavern in Solana Beach on Sunday August 23, 2026!

Formed in 2009, Betamaxx has captivated Southern California audiences with an authentic '80s live music experience, blending the pop of Michael Jackson and Madonna with the New Wave of Depeche Mode and the rock of Bon Jovi. This high-energy 7-piece group keeps the dance floor packed all night long. Catch the ultimate '80s party at Belly Up Tavern in Solana Beach on Friday September 4, 2026!

Utilizing hip-hop, jazz, New Orleans R&B, blues, and rock in their gumbo, Lettuce bring their update to the sound of classic '70s funk in support of their new album 'Cook' to Belly Up Tavern on Friday September 11 🥬!

Shawn James, a musical preacher to a flock that accepts everyone, blends the gospel choirs of his Chicago youth with classical opera training into a soul-steeped sound rooted in blues legends like Robert Johnson and Son House. His song "Through the Valley" gained massive fame after being featured in The Last of Us Part II trailer, racking up over 60 million streams. Catch his powerhouse voice live at Belly Up Tavern in Solana Beach on September 22, 2026!

The Staples - Chris Stapleton Tribute pay uncanny tribute to Chris Stapleton, with lead vocalist Adam Ribota and guitarist Vic Hernandez recreating the soulful, raw power of one of country music's most iconic voices. Backed by over twenty years of friendship and stage experience, this premier tribute act delivers an authentic Stapleton concert experience. See them live at Belly Up Tavern in Solana Beach on Thursday September 3, 2026!

Formed in Santa Barbara in 1987, Common Sense pioneered California's "surf reggae" sound, blending reggae, rock, funk and soul with heartfelt lyrics and melodic harmonies. The band has shared stages with reggae legends like Ziggy Marley and Steel Pulse, and their song "Never Give Up" was featured in Speed 2: Cruise Control. Catch their high-energy live show at Belly Up Tavern in Solana Beach on Saturday August 15, 2026!

Brooklyn's Talib Kweli is one of hip-hop's most respected and lyrically gifted voices, from Black Star's genre-defining debut with Yasiin Bey to solo classics like Quality and Eardrum. A tireless conscious rapper with an activist spirit, he's still dropping new work, including 2024's collaborative album with Madlib. Catch him live at Belly Up Tavern in Solana Beach on Thursday September 17, 2026!