Course Entertainment
2012 Course Entertainment
Jakob Martin & Friends | Finish Line Main Stage
Most comfortable with a harmonica in his pocket and a piano nearby, Los Angeles singer-songwriter Jakob Martin was hailed by former JVibe Magazine as “revolutionizing” acoustic music. Jakob has a distinctly down-home edge of blues harp that cuts through a blend of piano-driven pop, rock and folk. This group will set the stage for the perfect “welcome home” party after your race.
Sgt. Haynes | Start Line
The National Anthem will be performed for the start of the full and half marathon by Sgt. Haynes of the United States Marine Corp.
BREEZ'N | Marron at Maron
BREEZ’N is a fun loving, high energy, exciting dynamic and versatile band that performs a variety of standards, classics and contemporary music. Instrumental and vocal versions feature jazz, blues, R&B, rock, pop,swing, tropical and Latin styles from the 1950s through the present. Click the photo above or log on to www.breezn.com to learn more about BREEZ'N.
THE FLOUNDERS | Jefferson at Marron
The Flounders, brothers Louie and Mike Shook play fresh arrangements of covers from the 60’s to now along with original songs. Being brothers, their voices bring a unique fusion to the music, creating magical harmonies with influences of island reggae, rock, surf and Mexican mambo.
LOSS OF CONTROL | Laguna at State Street
Loss of Control is a long time supporter of the Carlsbad Marathon playing for its participants for years. This group delivers high-energy classic rock & roll. Click on their photo to learn more about LOSS OF CONTROL.
Evangenitals | Carlsbad Boulevard at Beech
Evangenitals is an alt.country rockabilly love punk rock revolution of the freak folk/Americana variety made flesh for your listening pleasure. On a quixotic crusade in the key of life hell-bent on breaking all the world’s hearts open. Click here to learn more about this exciting group.
The Trunks Quartet | Carlsbad Boulevard at Christiansen
The Trunks Quartet is a fun, classy, and enjoyable group who will provide some funk in your race.
Johnny | Carlsbad Boulevard at Grand
Named after the group’s lead singer and an old friend to the marathon, Johnny C will be playing soft rock and jazz. Click on the photo to learn more.
Semisi & FulaBula | Carlsbad Boulevard at Carlsbad Village Drive
Semisi & FulaBula is a versatile group with traditional Tongan rhythms as its foundation. When Semisi mixes Polynesian rhythms with any style of music he takes a liking to,he calls it “Bula Music.” The word “bula” is a greeting from Fiji.
The West Coast Blues Cartel | Carlsbad Boulevard at Chestnut
The West Coast Blues Cartel is one of San Diego’s premier blues rock bands! Log on to www.thebluescartel.com to learn more about The West Coast Blues Cartel.
Zip Zap | Carlsbad Boulevard at Tamarack
Zip Zap is a young punk-pop-rock band. Patrick (13) is the vocalist, songwriter & guitarist/bassist. His little brother Benji (10) is the drummer & their friend Nick (13) is the lead guitarist/bassist. You’ll enjoy listening to their catchy originals and covers which include songs from Blink 182 and the Rolling Stones. Click here to check these guys out.
Jon Goodhue | Carlsbad Boulevard at Sequoia
Jon Goodhue is one of San Diego’s well known rock acts with mixes of classic rock to modern metal. Heavy guitar riffs, and ranging vocals built into a variety of different songs from rockers to ballads and epics paint Jon Goodhue’s writing picture. Click here to learn more about Jon Goodhue.
The Bigfellas | Carlsbad Boulevard (NRG Encina Power Station)
The Bigfellas is known through local TV, radio, club and festival appearances as being a humorous band with their golf rap “On The Green,” toe-tapping originals and their often-absurd live shows. They’re a fun band and don’t mind letting you know it. They’ve kept marathoners moving for four years at the Carlsbad Marathon and love every minute of it. Click on their photo to learn more about The Bigfellas.
Ramshackle | Carlsbad Boulevard at Cannon (at Cannon Park)
Ramshackle brings together several experienced veterans of the local music scene who are very dedicated to covering some of the most influential and popular rock/pop/alternative artists of the last three decades, played with powerful, danceable rhythms. Ramshackle members all have full-time jobs and play in their spare time for the love of the music. Click their photo to learn more about Ramshackle.
Rusty Gait | Carlsbad Boulevard at Cerezo
Rusty Gait is a San Diego North County band focused on Bluegrass, Swing and Old Time music.Their eclectic set list delights with swinging rhythms and long-forgotten lyrics to fiddle tunes.
Island Sounds | Palomar Airport Road at Avenida Encinas
Island Sounds is Keith Marzullo on Hawaiian Slack Key guitar and Gerry Rahill on ukulele. They have enjoyed entertaining the Carlsbad Marathon runners for the past five years and are marathon runners themselves.They play Hawaiian, Surf, Calypso and party tunes.
North County Cowboys | Palomar Airport Road at Paseo del Norte
The North County Cowboys are three local North San Diego County country musicians with vocals, rhythm guitar, lead guitar, steel guitar,harmonica and bass guitar featuring Cowboy Jack. Vintage country cover music from Hank Williams, Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard, Willie Nelson and more! Click on their photo above to learn more about the North County Cowboys. Click their photo to learn more about the North County Cowboys.
Breakdown | Palomar Airport Road at Armada
Breakdown is close friends and schoolmates Jacob Mobley, Jack Deane and Jack Cipolla.
Fly By Night | Palomar Airport Road at Hidden Valley
Fly By Night is a Temecula-based alternative rock band.Their sound is summed up by Fender guitar amps, Gretsch drums and an Acoustic bass amp cranked up to ten. Their sound can be compared to that of bands like Green Day, Paramore, Kings of Leon, The Killers and more. Check out their Facebook page to learn more.
REDZONE FLARES | Palomar Airport Road at Aviara Parkway
A teen team of creative minds, the five members of REDZONE FLARES are Tanner Stiker (16, Bass), Christian Stiker (15, Guitar) , Nick Stiker (15, Drums), Danny Harris (15, Guitar), John Heinschel (15 Vocals). They perform a mix of Rise against, Cage the elephant songs mixed in with a couple of originals.
Emergency Shut Off | Palomar Airport Road at Palomar Oaks
Emergency Shut Off is a band of four great teens, Zachary Stevens (15, Guitar), Kelsey Stevens (15, Vocals), Charlie Williamson (14Bass), Emily Darling (14, Drums). They perform a mix of original and cover tune from bands like The Red Hot Chilli Peppers and All Time Low. Click here to learn more about Emergency Shut Off.
Run Drummers | Carlsbad Boulevard at Island Way
Run Drummers is a long-time favorite of the Carlsbad Marathon. These amazing drummers will take your mind off the race with their Island and Calypso sounds.
Misty and the Mobys | Carlsbad Boulevard at Breakwater
Misty and the Mobys is a high-energy San Diego band covering only the best music from the 60s, 70s, 80s and today. Each member of the band has decades of experience and that talent is reflected in every performance.The band brings a passion for music and a great attitude to each show, big or small, and makes sure everyone has a rocking good time! Click on their photo above or log on to www.mistyandthemobys.com to learn more about this great group.
School of Rock Vista is a performance based classic rock music school. Their students learn music theory using the music of classic rock. VTEAM is comprised of their best students who have gone through a rigorous audition process. VTEAM plays a set of classic rock covers of The Beatles, Fleetwood Mac, Stevie Wonder and more. Click on their photo to learn more about the School of Rock Vista.
School of Rock Vista | Carlsbad Boulevard at Poinsettia
Todd Day Wait's Pigpen | Carlsbad Boulevard at La Costa
Since 2009, Todd Day Wait has been touring full-time, taking up residencies all across America. They travel in an eco-friendly airport shuttle bus that runs on used vegetable oil. During these residencies his main group is Todd Day Wait’s Pigpen, which is comprised of a rotating line-up of professional musicians who write, record and perform Rhythm & Blues-Folk,Soul-Rock & Roll and Folk-Country-Blues. Click here to check out Todd Day Wait's Pigpen's Facebook page.
