The Supersuckers
Loud, brash and in your face, long-running rock ‘n’ rollers The Supersuckers return to The Casbah on May 23. Formed in 1988, the group still includes bassist/vocalist Edward “Eddie Spaghetti” Daly, alongside more recent members, guitarist “Metal” MartyChandler and drummer Christopher “Chango” von Streicher, but the band’s high-octanesound remains the same. Currently touring in support of their new album, “Liquor,Women, Drugs & Killing,” anyone who enjoys their rock with a dose of adrenaline willfind this gig to be right up their alley. One man band Scott H. Biram opens the show.
• Supersuckers: Saturday, May 23 at The Casbah, 2501 Kettner Blvd. 8:30 p.m. $25. casbahmusic.com.
Cyril Neville
Former Meters percussionist Cyril Neville holds court at The Holding Company on May 24. Neville is one of the architects of what we now consider the New Orleans sound andat 75 years of age, is still a force to be reckoned with. While he hasn’t released newmusic in over a decade, Neville has doubled down on the live performances, with theformidable frontman leading revue-styled concerts that include music from not only hisfamily’s storied career, but also songs from other New Orleans musical institutions suchas Dr. John and Professor Longhair.
• Cyril Neville: Sunday, May 24 at The Holding Company, 5046 Newport Ave., 5 p.m.$40. theholdingcompanyob.com.
Fun Lovin Criminals
New York-based trio, Fun Lovin Criminals, returns with a new lineup for a show atWinston’s on May 26. Although the band only scored a U.S. turntable hit with their 1996single “Scooby Snacks,” they remain huge stars in the U.K., with 13 chart hits todate. The trio still features original keyboardist and singer Brian ‘Fast’ Leiser, now joinedby drummer Frank Benbini and guitarist Naim Cortazzi, recently releasing the group’sseventh album, “Matter of Time.” Forty years since the release of their first album, FunLovin Criminals still do a great job of mixing hiphop, rap, rock and irresistible beats.
• Fun Lovin’ Criminals: Tuesday, May 26 at Winston’s, 1921 Bacon St., 8:30 p.m.$35. winstonsob.com.
Sepultura
After 40 years on the road, heavy metal fans have one last chance to see Brazilianband Sepultura live when they stop in at The Observatory on May 26. The quartet justreleased a new four-track EP, “The Cloud of Unknowing.” It’s a worthy addition to theband’s canon, but on this farewell road trip fans will be most excited to hear the band’shard-hitting singles such as “Attitude” and “Means to an End.” Making this concertpractically a mini-metal festival, the night includes openers Exodus, Biohazard andTribal Gaze.
• Sepultura: Tuesday, May 26 at The Observatory, 2871 University Ave., 5:30 p.m. $48.observatorysd.com.
The Sergio Mendes Band
Continuing the legacy of their late musical leader, The Sergio Mendes Band will makean appearance at the Belly Up Tavern on May 27. Brazilian Bossa nova icon Mendespassed away in 2024 after a six-decade career in music, leaving behind an incrediblecatalog of music beloved by fans of 1960’s era pop, lounge music and Latin sounds.Led by Mendes’ wife and band vocalist, Gracinha Leporace, this tribute show will featurethe musicians who backed Mendes on tour, with fans at this evening’s concert beingtreated to a setlist featuring Mendes biggest hits, including “Mas Que Nada,” “The Lookof Love” and “The Fool On The Hill.”
• The Sergio Mendes Band: Wednesday, May 27 at The Belly Up Tavern, 143 S. CedrosAve., 8 p.m. $56. bellyup.com.
Mike Zito
St. Louis-based blues guitarist Mike Zito takes the stage at Humphrey’s Backstage Liveon May 27. Best known as a member of The Blood Brothers, who most recentlyperformed locally backing comedian Bill Murray at The Sound this past October, Zito isadept at playing everything from blues to standards and in between. For this concertZito will be in solo mode, featuring songs from the latest Blood Brothers album, “HelpYourself,” highlighted by the soulful tune, “The Best I Can.” Anyone who appreciatesthe blues will enjoy Zito’s fiery guitar work.
• Mike Zito: Wednesday, May 27 at Humphrey’s Backstage Live, 2241 Shelter Island Drive,Shelter Island. 6 p.m. $34 & up. humphreysbackstagelive.com.
Rebecca Jade
One of San Diego’s greatest musical treasures, vocalist Rebecca Jade, performs at WuTsai QRT.yrd on May 27. A first call session singer, Jade has toured the world with Sheila E. and Dave Koz, also singing with Elton John and Peter Sprague along the way. Last month Jade won the category of “Best R&B, Funk or Soul Song” at the 35th annual San Diego Music Awards for her single “Not Me No Way,” just one highlight in a year that will see her on the road throughout the U.S. and England, before wrapping up 2026 with a Christmas tour alongside saxophonist Mindi Abair. If you have yet to hear Jade live, this free event is the perfect opportunity.
• Rebecca Jade: Wednesday, May 27 at the Wu Tsai QRT.yrd in The Conrad PrebysPerforming Arts Center, 7600 Fay Ave., 4:30 p.m. Free. theconrad.org.
Peter Erskine
Where do you start with a musician like drummer Peter Erskine? Calling him legendary barely touches on the impact he’s had in music. Appearing at the Athenaeum on May 27, Erskine has been a first call session musician for over five decades, starting off as a key member of iconic jazz group Weather Report before going on to a career that’s seen him play on albums by the likes of Kate Bush, Steely Dan and Joni Mitchell. Currently on tour in support of his latest album, “Peregrine,” Erskine will be joined for this show by pianist Alan Pasqua and drummer Scott Colley for what is sure to be a masterclass in virtuoso jazz.
• Peter Erskine Trio: Wednesday, May 27 at the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library, 1008Wall St., 7:30 p.m. ljathenaeum.org.
Peter Gabriel’s ‘So’
Both jazz aficionados and classic rock fans alike will want to check out “A Tribute toPeter Gabriel’s So,” taking place at The Jazz Lounge on May 27. For this show,acclaimed singer Leonard Patton, on a break from touring with guitar great PatMetheny, will take lead vocals on songs from Gabriel’s multi-platinum selling 1986 album,“So.” Patton does a superb job of recasting these songs from one of the biggest albumsof the era, whose singles such as “Sledgehammer,” “Big Time” and “In Your Eyes,”resonate almost as strongly on modern radio as when they first hit MTV back in the day.
• A Tribute to Peter Gabriel’s “So”: Wednesday, May 27 at The Jazz Lounge, 6818 ElCajon Blvd., 6:15 & 9 p.m. $35 & up. thejazzlounge.live.
Los Mirlos
Fans of Latin dance rhythms, specifically cumbia, won’t want to miss an appearancefrom Peruvian combo Los Mirlos. Formed in 1972, the seven-piece group still featuressinger Jorge Rodríguez Grández and guitarist Danny Fardy Johnston, the latter’s quirkyguitar giving Los Mirlos their signature sound. Performing revue style, with Grandez asthe band’s de facto hype man, the group’s show is high energy fun with grooves that willhave the audience on their feet from start to finish. While Los Mirlos focus on dance rhythms, fans of psychedelia and surf music will also find much to enjoy.
• Los Mirlos: Thursday, May 28 at The Quartyard, 1301 Market St. 5 – 9 p.m. $46.quartyardsd.com.
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