San Pedro’s own Nomad Eel Records showcases a line-up of LA-based bands.
Nomad Eel Records was born from the love of music and art. We are not bound to any one genre and have a more eclectic range of tastes. As much as life is a journey, so is music and art. Come celebrate music and life with us! As our motto states…where the music takes you!
Free LP with Every Purchase!
Every ticket to Nomad Eel Records Fest will come with a brand new copy of either Livingmore’s Ok to Land or Young Creatures’s The Future is Finally Now.
Zig Zags
Eight years, seven singles, three albums, three bass players, two drummers and God knows how many shows later – Zig Zags has continually evolved, mutated, transitioned, and transformed, rising again and again, like a phoenix emerging from the flame.
Emerging from LA’s neo-psychedelic rock scene in 2017, reflecting California’s natural splendor and adventuresome spirit. The earthy sounds of the Byrds, the Beach Boys, and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young – and latter-day artists Rain Parade, Elliott Smith, and Autolux – come through in their music.
Alternating between dreamy and driving, dappled with delirious solos and seductive harmonies. The Blank Tapes radiates Ultraviolet Californian chords.
A band from LA created by songwriters Alex Moore and Spencer Livingston. Their captivating sound and energetic performances have garnered a loyal following. With their distinctive blend of indie pop, rock influences, and a hint of nostalgia, Livingmore is an act to watch as they carve their own path.
Mike Watt & The Missingmen
Mike Watt was one of the original Minutemen along with D. Boon. He’s been touring for forty-plus years but loves living in Pedro, he moved here from Virginia when he was nine. He’s worked bass for the stooges among others. His Missingmen were put together to help him release his third opera “hyphenated-man” and are now working on a new album.
A singer/songwriter who grew up in Minnesota; exploring, crafting, and honing his musical direction and voice. Now in LA, Gregg has taken a deep dive into his particular brand of dreamy, meditative pop and vintage rock soul. His work brings together influences such as Scott Walker, David Sylvian, Gene Clark, and Nick Drake.
An LA-based indie band. Playing shows all across America from 2013-2020, they are back for the Nomad Eel Records Fest in 2024. Their most recent full-length album DOOM was released through Nomad Eel Records.
RJ Bloke is the singer/songwriter and rhythm guitarist for Patrolled By Radar, a roots rock n’ roll, alt-country quartet based in LA. Featuring tight, melodic, poetry-laden, hook-heavy originals and inventive covers. Drawing comparisons to such luminaries as The Band era Bob Dylan, Rolling Stones & The Kinks c. 1969-72, Gram Parsons and early Wilco.
supergloom
A five-piece band, based in LA. Offering a unique fusion of intricate songwriting and pop charm. With a wealth of musical experience, they’ve crafted tracks combining memorable hooks and musical sophistication, drawing inspiration from Deerhunter, My Bloody Valentine, Smashing Pumpkins, and Queens of the Stone Age.
Festival Lineup
- Zig Zags 10:45 – 11:30 PM
- Dream Phases 9:45 – 10:40 PM
- The Blank Tapes 8:50 – 9:25 PM
- Mike Watt & The Missingmen 8:00 – 8:30 PM
- Livingmore 7:00 – 7:40 PM
- Gregg Garvey (solo acoustic set) 6:43 – 6:55 PM
- supergloom 6:00 – 6:40 PM
- Gregg Garvey (solo acoustic set) 5:43 – 5:55 PM
- Young Creatures 5:00 – 5:40 PM
- Gregg Garvey (solo acoustic set) 4:43 – 4:55 PM
- RJ Bloke 4:00 – 4:40 PM
