It’s been more than 50 years since rockabilly, a hybrid of blues, country and swing, first made an appearance on the U.S. music charts. While many musical genres have risen and fallen during the pop culture era, rockabilly has managed to keep a high profile as it is discovered by successive waves of music fans. Indeed, some of the most influential bands in the field come from later revival periods, such as The Stray Cats or local heroes The Paladins, both in their prime during the early ‘80s. Now, San Diego’s music fans have a monthly event, The Rockabilly Shakeout, to focus the spotlight on a new generation of artists taking inspiration from this American-born music. On Nov. 7, the latest edition of the night will take place at Tio Leo’s, featuring performances from Los Angeles-based groups, The Side-Wynders and Captain Jeffrey & The Chumbuckets. This show will also see the introduction of free swing dance lessons, for all levels, from teacher Alicia Milo. Ironically, the club night was started indirectly because of Los Angeles. “I also play in a band called the Bop-Tones,” said co-organizer Fernando Hermosillo. “We play lots of show in L.A., and that was fun, but L.A. is two hours away. I couldn’t believe that we didn’t have a weekly or monthly show here in San Diego.” Now on a mission, Hermosillo and a group of friends started the club night at now defunct bar Chaser’s on El Cajon Boulevard in April 2007. The event has been successful enough that a local label devoted to rockabilly, Bop ‘n’ Stomp Records was launched. Current signings include Raw Deal, Atomic Three, The Bop-Tones Pachuco Jose con los Boogie Boys and The Rumblers. “The rockabilly scene bigger than you would think it is,” Hermosillo said. “Bands come to play in the U.S. from Europe, Japan, Russia, Australia and all over the world. Meanwhile, the bands from here go overseas to play.” Although the music itself would be considered retro, the Internet has proven crucial to keeping a bands from around the world connected. “I’m not big on having a My- Space page,” Hermosillo said. “But for music and promotion we have to we keep in touch with other promoters from all over the U.S. and Europe. If they know of a band that needs a show in San Diego or any other city in the U.S., we get to work and help them find a show.” Though the focus onstage is new original music, DJ’s spinning tracks between sets keep their focus on pre-1960 tunes. Now decades old, songs by artists like Eddie Cochran or Carl Perkins still resonate with listeners today. “To me, rockabilly is the punk of the ‘50s,” Hermosillo said. “I think people like way it makes them feel alive.” Side-Wynders guitarist Rene Cervantes agreed. “I think it’s the beat of the music that just gets you hooked, no matter what kind of music you like. Rockabilly is for every ear,” Cervantes said. Rockabilly Shakeout Featuring The Sidewynders Captain Jeffrey & The Chumbuckets (L.A.) Tio Leo’s, 5302 Napa Street Friday, Nov. 7, 9 p.m. Tickets are $10 www.tioleos.com