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Back to the Garden: A Band of Love, Peace, Honor, and Rock ‘n’ Roll!
San Diego’s own homegrown rock ‘n’ roll band, Back to the Garden, is not a tribute band. They are a Living History Story Band. While nostalgia is an ingredient in the mix of what they bring to audiences, it is part of a greater whole. The whole is the full blossom of a golden age of rock music as it became a major force in 20th century culture.
The Baby Boom Generation has a past to draw from and the music is certainly part of the magic they bring. This band skillfully presents the music in a here-and-now context that is as urgent for today as it is for our future. Music indeed brings us to a universal garden that provides an engaging soundtrack for our lives. It is filled with a treasury of diverse genres and artists. The music remains in our hearts as a source of inspiration, energy, renewal, and redemption. Back to the Garden offers these gifts with a fierce authenticity for future generations. The excellence of their performance makes this necessary music as it transcends nostalgia and emerges into a universal celebration of life. Indeed, each time they take the stage something new is passed along to their audience. To experience their story-concerts is like hearing this classic music for the first time.
San Diego Reader Previews California Dreaming
In the late sixties and early seventies, a collection of musicians colonized a eucalyptus-scented canyon deep in the Hollywood Hills to meld folk, rock and American pop into a sound that conquered the world. Back to the Garden recreates the music of the era, featuring the music of the Byrds, the Doors, Crosby Stills Nash and Young, Joni Mitchell, Mamas and the Papas, Carole King, the Eagles, and more, including music from Woodstock and The Last Waltz.
Live At The Belly Up KPBS
Season 10 Episode 4 | 56m 47s
Back To The Garden puts on a theatrical experience that recreates Monterey Pop and Woodstock.
WOW! Just WOW!
- Patty Morris
…One of the best shows I’ve ever seen in my 30 years of enjoying music there. Keep doing what you do. Simple lovely!
- Peg Reiter
...may take days for me to scrape myself off the ceiling.....So amazing.
- Dortha Baldy
EVERYONE who played were stupendous, a memorable moment.
- Sherry
That was the finest show from start to finish that we have been to in ages. We and our friends couldn’t stop talking about it all the way home. Our booth emptied on the last two songs and you had us all dancing in the aisle.
- John McCaw
This show was an epic ending to a great season. Back to the Garden never disappoints.
- Robert Tussey
….you guys were great, on-stage & off, and I’ve heard nothing but excellent things not just from my Drury colleagues, but from IBM as well.
- Mark Felix, Drury Designs, New York
The show last night was absolutely fantastic! Everyone in my group left there flying 8 miles high and bubbling over. You guys were so tight, the sound was perfect, and you sounded better than the original artists! My wife said she'd rather see you guys in that venue than the Eagles in a big stadium. My sister-in-law called early this morning to thank us for inviting her and she said it was the best show she'd ever seen. Faye's brother from Massachusetts was there too, and he agreed. He is in his early 60s and he loved every song. Dan's wife also said it was the best show she'd ever been to. The other couple we brought can't wait to see you play again. Every song was a hit.
Thanks for the great show.
- Tony Batakis
This performance is what happens when gifted artists love their subject, their audience, and their craft. The wonder of that show will resonate with me for years.
- Jeff Brunker
Hearing [Albert] Lee anytime is a treat; the chance to catch him trading licks with red-hot guitarists, Jim Soldi and Marc Intravaia, makes Sunday’s show even more alluring.
- George Varga, Union Tribune July 2, 2011
Jim Soldi is the best guitar player in the business.
- Johnny Cash
Just wanted to mention that you guys were so GREAT last night! What a crowd you attracted at Power House Park, in Del Mar - WOW! The evening of your music, Tribute to CSN&Y was fabulous!
- Eileen and Matt
Wow! Yet another wonderful time!!!
Great band, great music, great venue, great people (yeah...you guys!). Ilene and I are so grateful and appreciative that your music has become such an enjoyable part of our lives.
- Glenn and Ilene Tremblay
That was a superb show on Saturday night! Excellent performances all around and a seamless production. I have no idea who does what in the band but I know somebody put in amazing hours and effort organizing the show – BRAVO!
- Scott Sprague
Killer music and show. It was such a great time for me to hear what I heard. I am deaf with a cochlear implant and it was breathtaking watching and hearing these songs being played.
- Mark Ashley
It was great to be in the house for your performance at Anthology last night. You really sounded great and the band was terrific! I loved the contributions /solos from Sharon and Jim. You are all very talented and good people too!
- Jerry Sampson
Thanks so much for a groovy time. It will go in history, and herstory of the barn. The fans are wondering if it ever can be topped.
- Tanya Snyder
You guys sounded phenomenal at Barnstock - super tight. As a fellow musician and audio engineer I was quite impressed with the performances and sound quality.
- Jeff Stein
The Barnstock event was awesome. We had a great time.
- David Peters
We really loved the show - again - last night!
- Gene M.
I can't begin to tell you what a fabulous evening I had last nite at your gorgeous sanctuary. Start to finish. The music, the setting, surrounded by friends...
- Candace Golstein
What a wonderful event tonight! You are a very special group! I spoke with almost everyone who attended, and all were having a wonderful evening.
- Crystal Crawford
OMG, what a show. I loved being in the company of a sold out crowd, each and every one of them loving you all! It was a memorable evening for Cassie and I.
- Jeff Brunker
WOW...saw you guys at Anthology with a friend who had seen you before. You guys are amazing.
- Deborah McGann
Wow! What a show!
- Andy Shorenstein
My girlfriend and I have become BTTG groupies in our 70’s! …Your last performance in Poway was awesome. Keep up the good work. So happy we found you!!
- Linda Rockey Clarke