Levitt Pavilion San Jose 2025 Concert Series
3:30pm – 7pm
All ages! Food trucks and drink concessions!
Sunday, June 22nd, 2025
Cash’d Out + Opener William Johnston
“Some people are impressionists. These guys leave an impression”. Says Bill Miller, owner of Johnny Cash.com about Cash’d Out, a San Diego based band that channels Johnny Cash in about as close a manner to the real thing as it gets.
After thirteen years, traveling hundreds of thousands of miles on the road and winning over as many fans, fans who still continually tell the group how grateful they are that Cash’d Out so righteously carries the torch of the Johnny Cash Show.
Besides music critics anointing Cash’d Out as “the next best thing to Johnny Cash”, their highlights have been many:
W.S. Holland, Johnny Cash’s longtime drummer, has sat in with Cash’d Out; front man, Douglas Benson, has played Johnny’s cherry sunburst Guild guitar (courtesy of Mr. Miller); “Cindy Cash came to a show and was moved to give me a glass locket that was her father’s,” explains Benson; Longtime Johnny Cash manager Lou Robin has also been to several Cash’d Out shows and claimed that if he closed his eyes it was as if “going back in time.”; And most recently, an unforgettable evening performing the music of Johnny Cash with the San Diego Symphony as a special event for their Summer Pops Series.
The band’s live shows respectfully reference the late, great Man in Black’s Sun Records and early Columbia era sound, combined with the energy of the classic multi-platinum live recordings from Folsom Prison and San Quentin. The group’s genuine love (and authentic recreation) of Johnny Cash’s music and its universal appeal fans of all ages and of virtually all musical genres makes each Cash’d Out show a must-see event.
Or as Bill Miller says, “Some people are impressionists. These guys leave an impression.”
Sunday, July 6th, 2025
Thee Heart Tones + Opener The Charities
Thee Heart Tones debut album Forever & Ever is a testament to their unmistakable chemistry and talent that are both far beyond their years. Choosing to cover “Sabor A Mi”, a 1950s bolero by Mexican musician Alvaro Carrillo also shows a sophistication in their intention rarely found in kids their age.“It allows us to let our audience know we go back to our roots,” Jazmine says. “Growing up in LA, you get influenced by the city, the artwork, the music,” Ricky says. “Dad didn’t own a lowrider car, but other members of our family did. Impalas. El Caminos. I was influenced by the culture, particularly the Chicano culture. And oldies and soul music played a big part.” The style. The culture. The nod to the past. “That’s what we’re going for. We want to connect young Chicanos with their heritage. And we want to unite people — old and young.”
Sunday, July 20th, 2025
Tropa Magica +Opener La Maltida Cruda
Tropa Magica was formed by brothers David and Rene Pacheco in 2018. Inspired by the songs and vibes of their 90’s East LA backyard parties. The band blends in the guitar and rhythms of 60’s Peruvian Cumbias and 90’s grunge with a southern psychedelic twist that transports the listener into a tropical psychedelic dance party.
Sunday, August 3rd, 2025
Valley Wolf + Ritmos Tropicosmos
Valley Wolf is a Latin-psychedelic band from Modesto, CA. Their music blends psychedelic rock, soul, cumbia, and quebradita rhythms to make people connect to something primal within, creating a bouncy, pulsating sound that makes people want to dance. Be ready for “puro pinchi pari” as their music is meant to be experienced with dancing shoes – or chanclas – on any dance floor, where people can be found swaying, jumping and sometimes even laughing. The band has built a loyal following through their infectious live shows and have earned them slots alongside acclaimed and established acts like Enjambre, Ramona, Son Rompe Pera, and E Arenas.
“Ritmos Tropicosmos is a seven piece psychedelic cumbia group, from the Bay Area, creating heavy tropical rhythms with an emphasis on live percussion, synthesizers and familial stories put into song. Together in a time-warped crossroads of electric and acoustic instrumentation, Ritmos Tropicosmos stands somewhere within the traditional rhythms of the past and the futuristic soundscapes of The Now.”
Sunday, August 24th, 2025 Co-presented by Cukui
Groundation + Opener Kruel Summer
GROUNDATION has performed in over 35 countries on 5 continents taking the main stages at world renown reggae festivals including Germany’s Summer Jam, France’s No Logo, and Brazil’s Republica do Reggae. The group has released 10 studio albums to critical acclaim and their 2003 release Hebron Gate has made many industry lists of the greatest reggae albums of all time.
Saturday, September 6th, 2025 – MACLA
Bululu + Openers El Pecado de Juana + Flaco El Jano y Sus Perros Callejeros
Bululú is a dynamic Latin music band known for their original repertoire that delves into the rich influences of Venezuela and the Caribbean. Their performances encompass an exciting mix of styles, ranging from salsa to calipso to cumbia, merengue, boogaloo, bachata, son, and more. Bululú stands out through its diverse identity, inclusive LGBTQ+ community, and a majority of female band members. Led by Venezuelan-born percussionist Lali Mejia, the band delivers a fun and vibrant show with their top tier San Francisco Bay Area ensemble.
Thank You to our Sponsors for Bringing Free Live Music to Saint James Park!
“Supported in part by a Transit – Oriented communities grant from VTA”
Past Shows
Sunday, May 25th, 2025 – Co-presenter “AWO“
Riddim Exchange + Openers Anambra State Cultural Association of Nigeria + Chinyakare Ensemble
Riddim Exchange is a collective of vibrant Afrobeats musicians in the Bay Area, united by their passion for music and crafting unforgettable live experiences. Committed to making live Afrobeats mainstream in their local scene and aspiring to global recognition, Riddim Exchange delivers electrifying performances that showcase the energy and rhythm of Afrobeats and Afro-fusion. While primarily a recording band releasing both original tracks and covers, they occasionally bring their unique sound to the stage. Riddim Exchange distinguishes itself through creative live arrangements and the ability to curate truly unique live experiences for their audiences.
Sunday, June 1st, 2025 – Fountain Blues Foundation Maxx Cabello Jr. + Opener M’ssippi Slide
Maxx Cabello Jr. is an electrifying guitarist, soulful vocalist, and prolific songwriter from the San Francisco Bay Area. With a dynamic stage presence and unmatched talent, he has captivated audiences worldwide and earned his place among the most exciting artists of his generation.
About the Levitt San Jose Concert Series:
Formed in 2016, Friends of Levitt Pavilion San Jose is a non-profit with a mission to build community through free, all-ages, high-quality live music shows and performances on a permanent stage in historic St. James Park.
The Levitt San Jose Concert Series, will feature top local and national artists, giving a sneak peek of what’s to come when Levitt Pavilion San Jose joins the community of permanent Levitt venues across the country.
Enjoy a fall picnic with friends and family and see how Levitt San Jose will build community through free, all-ages, high quality live music shows and performances in historic St. James Park.
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Volunteers Needed!
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