In honor of Paul McCartney’s recent 76th birthday, on June 30 Dizzy’s will be hosting a celebration of his music, featuring The Benedettis. On hand will be guitar virtuoso Fred Benedetti with vocalists Regina Moomjean and Julia Picone, multi-instrumentalist/bassist Jeff Pekarek, and percussionist James Morton, performing music from the Beatles through to McCartney’s current recordings. Benedettis’ arrangements of these classic songs will please even the most jaded Fab Four listener, but fans of great guitar playing will find much to enjoy.
The Benedettis: Sunday, June 30 at Dizzy’s at Arias Hall, 1717 Morena Blvd. 8 p.m. dizzysjazz.com. Fans of classic 1960s girl groups won’t want to miss The Corvelles, appearing at Tio Leo’s on June 29. Billed as a Motown Revue, specializing in the songs of The Supremes, the vocal trio features a seven-piece backing band and a set list full of hit tunes such as “Baby Love,” “You Keep Me Hangin’ On,” and “Where Did Our Love Go?” The Corvelles also include other female-sung soul classics from the likes of Aretha Franklin, and the Exciters, but it’s their turn as the Diana Ross-led Supremes that most impresses, with signature moves, gowns and feather boas to go with the trio’s excellent vocals.
The Corvelles: Friday, June 29 at Tio Leo’s, 5302 Napa St. 9 p.m. 21 and up. tioleos.com. Psychedelic indie pop duo, Inspired & The Sleep perform at the 710 Beach Club on July 6. As heard on their new single “First Time,” the pair excel at modern pop, with songs that combine plenty of melody, rhythm and sing-a-long lyrics. Radio friendly to a fault, Inspired & The Sleep’s songs also include a dance element in such songs as “In My Labyrinth Mind,” making them a band with national potential. A new album is imminent, all they need is a break to hit it big, their music is already there. Inspired & The Sleep: Friday, July 6 at the 710 Beach Club, 710 Garnet Ave. 9 p.m. 21 and up. 710bc.com. On July 7, Brick by Brick will host a fundraiser, Tribute to Fallen Music Icons, for the organization, Children of the Night. While the lineup was not confirmed at press time, several San Diego-area musicians will play the music of groups who have recently lost members, including Motorhead, Soudgarden, AC/DC and more, with special guests promised. A night out of great rock ‘n’ roll, is also a good deed in this case: All funds raised go to Children of the Night, an organization that helps combat child sex trafficking/prostitution in the United States. Tribute to Fallen Music Icons: Saturday, July 7 at Brick by Brick, 1130 Buenos Ave. 8 p.m. 21 and up. brickbybrick.com. Java Joe’s is best known for it’s singer-songwriters and folk music, but on July 7 the Old Town-based venue branches out a little with an appearance from San Diego’s first family of jazz, The Spragues. Appearing on the night will be prolific guitarist Peter Sprague, multi-instrumentalist horn player Tripp Sprague and singer, Kate Sprague, mixing originals and covers. Peter Sprague: Saturday, July 7 at Java Joe’s, 2611 Congress St. 8 p.m. javajoessd.com. One of San Diego’s most beloved musicians, Annie Rettic, releases her first solo album “Heartstrings,” on July 8, with a special mid-afternoon album release show at Grassroots Oasis. Best known for her work with the band Gemini Junction, as well as the duo, Wild Older Women, the new album, which will be played in its entirety, sees her extending her sonic range, with seven originals matched by her evocative take on the Gershwin standard “Summertime.” Rettic’s performance are never less than charming, one show is all it takes to see how she has become a favorite at street fairs and folk clubs throughout the county. Annie Rettic: Sunday, July 8 at Grassroots Oasis, 3130 Moore St. 3 p.m.
