Music Festival Leaves the Desert for Marina del Rey

The Tecopa Music Festival, usually held in Tecopa, Calif. about 80 miles west of Las Vegas, is packing up and moving from the desert to Marina del Rey.

Eleven bands will perform from noon to midnight on April 6 at the Marina del Rey Hotel, and there will also be craft and art booths. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door. 

See below for a brief description of the bands performing. To learn more about them, visit www.tecopamusicfestival.com

• Jacqueline Lennon & World Groove: The Venice-based band plays a mix of jazz, funk and blues.

• The Evangenitals: The alt/country ensemble’s repertoire ranges from punk-jazz to hillbilly stomp and barn-burners.

• Levi Chen & Liquid Gardens: Ambient electric guitar accompanied by traditional musical instruments.

• Coastline: Latin rock. 

• Mat & The Venice Square Junkyard Dogs: Mat, born and raised in Venice, and his band members will play a variety of blues.

• David & Olivia: The country/folk duo has performed at SXSW and the previous Tecopa music festivals.

• Shake-Down: A blend of blues, rock and R&B.

• LaVonia & Tamlin: A New Orleans-style band with a funky sound.

• Carry on Band: Classic rock with a twist.

• Westside Crew: A 10-piece band that plays a blend of old-school funk and Latin soul. 

• 2 Bit Radio: A synth-based quarter that will make your body move.