Fullerton Native Country Singer and Songwriter Peter Brandon returns for his 16th year at The Muck! Brandon’s shows have a perfect balance of upbeat energetic songs and tender ballads that hit the heart. Join us in the tradition! 

Led by versatile Indian classical vocalist Roopa Mahadevan, Roopa in Flux brings her rich Carnatic (South Indian classical) vocals in conversation with virtuosos of jazz, R&B/Soul and free improv.

Although they call California home, the band is actually made up of transplants from all over the country that share a deep love of classic Southern Rock.

Singer-songwriter Jeff Corle's music career was launched when the song he wrote about the closure of his 4th generation dairy farm and the sale of his beloved Guernsey cows unexpectedly went viral.  Now with over 70 million views and streams, Corle uses his platform to shine a spotlight on the plight of farmers and the resulting farmer mental health crisis.

Sean Oliu returns to the Muck! Sean tenderly breathes fresh life into the timeless essence of traditional country music.

Raised on the California Coast in a family of musicians, the band grew up surrounded by musical influences from almost every genre. In the early 2000s, their parents piled them into an RV, and together they embarked on several singing tours around the U.S. Leaning towards an Alternative, Modern Americana feel, DARDEN presents an experience of crystal clear harmonies, angelic melodies, and modern versions of classic songs and styles.

Inspired by the golden age of swing, The Matt Mauser Big Band channels the timeless charm of a young Frank Sinatra at the height of his career—singing with The Count Basie Orchestra at The Sands Hotel in Las Vegas —while also paying tribute to legendary artists like Elvis Presley, Tom Jones, and other acts from that iconic era.

Alley Cats A musical and comedy show featuring the greatest hits of the 50s and 60s, The Alley Cats’ unparalleled Doo Wop show blends America’s most known and loved music with comedy and showmanship that had Muck audiences begging for their return!

The Orange Empire Chorus returns to the Muck! Organized in 1957, OEC  is the Fullerton Chapter of The Barbershop Harmony Society. The society's mission is to perpetuate the barbershop art form and to support music education. Join them for an evening of comedy and song.

Daniel Ho is an ukulele virtuoso, slack key guitarist, multi-instrumentalist, composer, arranger, singer-songwriter, producer, audio engineer, and record company owner. He is a six-time Grammy Award winner, twelve-time Grammy Award nominee, six-time Taiwanese Golden Melody Award winner, and recipient of multiple Hawaiian Music awards.

Rosie Flores, triple-threat Texas musician, has never allowed the challenge of navigating the male-centric worlds of rock and country music slow her down. In fact, she often drew upon those challenges as source material in sharply observed songs she not only wrote and sang with authority and passion, but also brought to life musically as a widely respected lead guitarist in a string of notable bands. 

Eclectic, quirky, and always intriguing, Marty Isenberg’s debut album "The Way I Feel Inside: Inspired by the Films of Wes Anderson” has captivated audiences and jazz critics. Mr. Isenberg will be joined by his stellar ensemble of rising stars as they perform music from his concept album live.

As part of his first time at the Fringe performing his show, "The History of Jazz Piano and Irrelevant Topics," Grammy winning jazz pianist Bill Cunliffe will tap into his vast repertoire, taking audience requests for a pop, a jazz, and a classical song request from the audience, and combines them into a new,  hilarious. improvised composition.

The Filharmonic, an LA-based acapella group of Filipino-Americans who were featured on NBC’s hit musical competition, The Sing-Off, has much to sing about.

 Starring Chipper Lowell This high-energy comedy smash starring two-time “Comedy Magician of the Year!”, Chipper Lowell, has been garnering rave reviews by critics and audiences alike over the past nine years!

Carlos y Charlos is a traditional norteño music band from Los Angeles, California. The trio includes Juan Carlos Reynoso (bajo sexto and vocals), Charles De Castro (accordion and vocals), and Patrick Morrison (bass). They play classic polkas, waltzes, and corridos.

Nearly three decades deep, the band led by Detroit-born guitar slinger Randy Jacobs and vocal dynamo Jenny Langer comes back swinging with a record that’s all blood, sweat, and soul.

 Ann Hampton Callaway is one of America’s most gifted artists in pop and jazz. A leading champion of the great American Songbook, she’s made her mark as a singer, pianist, composer, lyricist, arranger, actress, educator, TV host and producer.

Rob Rio Band Known by some as the "Boss of the Boogie", pianoman/vocalist Rob Rio plays the boogie-woogie and jump blues of the 40's and 50's with a virtuosity and elan that has excited audiences around the world for more than 35 years.

Los Angeles-based saxophonist Bob Reynolds is a Grammy-winning member of the instrumental group Snarky Puppy, an award-winning composer, and a prolific recording artist with 10 top-selling solo albums to his credit.

Debbi Ebert stands as a captivating vocalist and dynamic entertainer, leaving audiences spellbound with her enchanting performances that have spanned decades. Across the realms of pop, jazz, groove, soul, and blues, Debbi's versatile vocals breathe life into each melody she sings.

Guitar masters Thom Rotella, Larry Koonse and Andrew Sinowiec join Bill Cunliffe on piano.

Clay Jenkins’ career as a jazz artist has covered a wide range of musical experiences and responsibilities, bringing him to the forefront of the jazz performing and teaching arenas. His experience as a performer began at an early age playing with the Stan Kenton Orchestra, Harry James, Buddy Rich, and the Count Basie Orchestra.

Alicia Waller is a genre-expanding vocalist, composer, and bandleader recognized for the contemporary fusion ensemble Alicia Waller & The Excursion.

Hailed as “the most exciting vocal group in a generation,” internationally acclaimed vocal ensemble Windborne is known for their stunningly powerful arrangements and their ability to shift effortlessly between drastically different styles of traditional music within the same concert.

The Huu Bac Quintet delivers a true dialogue between Asian, North and South American cultures in a contemporary, original and unique way!

The Bryatz Duo: Hailed by the press as “virtuosic, stunning musicians”, Denis Zhukov (balalaika) and Guzel Safiullina (domra/keyboards) perform classical and folk repertoire, as well as original interpretations.

Beth Sussman received her Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees at the age of twenty-one from The Juilliard School where she was on full scholarship. She has performed throughout North America and Europe including appearances at Lincoln Center, The Ravinia Festival (Summer home of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra), Royce Hall (UCLA), The Dorothy Chandler Pavilion and The Huntington Gardens and Museum. She has also performed on live radio broadcasts on radio stations WQXR (New York), WFMT (Chicago) and KUSC (Los Angeles).

Ken Waldman has drawn on 37 years as an Alaska resident to produce poems, stories, and fiddle tunes that combine into a performance uniquely his. Since 1995 he's toured full-time, performing at leading festivals, concert series, arts centers, and clubs.

Chris Cruz & Rae Shirer tap into the warmest of Americana and folk traditions. Cruz (on acoustic guitar and vocals) and Shirer (duet and backing vocals) craft straightforward songs that recall the best of '60s and '70s folk music.