The Gaslamp Quarter and Pacific Beach get much attention when it comes to nightlife, but discerning music fans know Ocean Beach and the surrounding area can more than hold its own when it comes to entertainment. From long-established venues like Winston’s and The Harp to newer spots like The Shakedown Bar and Mothers, the Peninsula area offers up something musical for just about every taste. Here are a few upcoming highlights. The Shakedown Bar is still fairly new in town, but it’s made a major impact for anyone who enjoys punk rock or harder-edge music, with an amazing lineup of major indie touring acts ranging from Xene to the British band called The Business. On March 8, the venue plays host to New Jersey punk band Electric Frankenstein. Mixing punk influences like The Misfits and The Ramones with hard rock, a la Alice Cooper or AC/DC, the group blasts through its songs with manic energy and significant volume. Few groups put as much energy into their performances as this combo, but ear plugs are recommended for anyone near the stage. It’s a loud and frantic show. • Electric Frankenstein performs at 9 p.m. on Thursday, March 8 at The Shakedown Bar, 3048 Midway Drive. $10. 21 and up. www.theshakedownsd.com One of the most scenic venues in the city, Humphrey’s Backstage Lounge is hard to beat for both sound and ambience. Boasting an eclectic booking schedule, the nightspot has become a favorite for fundraisers and other such events. If you’re a blues fan, there won’t be any better spot to catch a show this month when Mossy Volkswagen presents the 17th annual Blues Fest, taking place on March 10. Beginning at 6 p.m., Humphrey’s stage will host many of the area’s top blues players, including The Blue Note Project, The Whitney Shay Band, The Bill Magee Blues Band, Lady Star, Len Rainey and Midnight Players, and slide guitar wizard Johnny Vernazza, formerly of the Elvin Bishop Band, with more guests to be announced. Between its scenic location on the docks of Shelter Island and its amazing sound system, this is both a venue and a show that won’t disappoint. • Blues Fest takes place at 6 p.m. on Saturday, March 10, at Humphrey’s Backstage Lounge, 2241 Shelter Island Drive. $12. For more information, visit www.humphreysbackstagelive.com One of the longest-running local residencies is held by Electric Waste Band, which appears next at Winston’s Beach Club on March 12 and March 19. The top band in the area for Deadheads, every Monday night features the five-piece band playing some of its incredible repertoire of more than 150 Grateful Dead songs. Started up in 1989, all the group’s members have their own musical projects. However, it’s clear from their dedication to this weekly jam of the music of Jerry Garcia that the songs they play hold a special place for them. Performing with genuine enthusiasm for their chosen tribute group, if you’re a fan of 1960s rock, it doesn’t get better than this. • Electric Waste Band performs at 9 p.m. on Monday, March 12 and Monday, March 19 at Winston’s Beach Club, 1921 Bacon St. $5. 21 and up. www.podunknowhere.com One of the area’s best-kept secrets is the amazing music that can be found playing the corner of Newport Avenue and Bacon Street each Wednesday as part of the weekly OB Farmers Market. From up-and-comers to established artists, shoppers at the market can find all manner of music from world to country and in between, thanks to the adventurous booking of Michael Head. On March 14, patrons will be able to catch multiple sets from world music favorites Todo Mundo. Led by Columbian guitarist Santiago Orozco, the band’s energetic performances are both captivating and uplifting. Anyone wanting a mix of sunshine and good food with their musical entertainment need look no further. • Todo Mundo performs at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, May 14 at Ocean Beach Farmers Market, Newport and Bacon Ave. Free. All ages. www.oceanbeachsandiego.com/events/farmersmarket-wednesdays St. Patrick’s Day takes place on March 17 and, as usual, in the Ocean Beach area, party central promises to be Gallagher’s. However, since St. Patrick’s Day falls on a Saturday this year, the pub will be starting its celebration a day early on Friday, March 16 with music from Endoxi and DJ R2. For the main event on March 17, Gallagher’s will feature drinking music with sets from Dannicus, The Fooks and the Bad Blokes, and will serve up green beer and leprechauns. For those who want to get the party started early, there will even be bowls of Lucky Charms cereal, beginning at 7 a.m. They’ve thought of just about everything. • St. Patricks Day celebration takes place at 9 p.m. on Saturday, March 17 at The Harp, 4935 Newport Ave. 21 and up. www.gallagherspubob.com