The Orion

Jimmie Vaughan delivers a whirlwind performance in the Big Room

Melissa Joseph, Staff Writer // March 12, 2020

Jimmie Vaughan and the Tilt-a-Whirl Band serenaded audiences Thursday night as they reminisced in the dimly lit Sierra Nevada Big Room. Without a word, Vaughan thumped his hand against the body of...

Legends Charlie Musselwhite and Elvin Bishop show Chico where blues really began

Melissa Joseph // October 13, 2019

Charlie Musselwhite and Elvin Bishop strolled onto Laxson Auditorium’s stage Sunday night to revisit their influence on the blues and share their musical genius with the town of Chico.From the first...

Winner of music competition showcased at Madison Bear Garden

Alex Coba // October 7, 2018

It was live music galore at Madison Bear Garden Thursday, as the popular Chico hotspot hosted the School of Arts Productions (SOTA): Chico Unplugged in the final Winners Showcase. Chico Unplugged is...

John Hiatt, Taj Mahal Trio rock Laxson Auditorium

Tom Sundgren // September 15, 2015

John Hiatt's appearance at Laxson Auditorium didn't disappoint with familiar rock tunes and an impressionable opening performance from the Taj Mahal Trio.

Blues legend Buddy Guy electrifies Laxson Auditorium

Tom Sundgren // April 9, 2015

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee brought forth the deep Chicago blues to the Chico State campus on Tuesday.

True Blues shows Chico the real deal

Sarah Scharf // February 14, 2014

Renowned blues masters Corey Harris, Guy Davis and Alvin Youngblood Hart brought a taste of the original sound of blues music Thursday night.

Chico Performances gives Laxson Auditorium the blues

Ashiah Scharaga // February 6, 2014

Chico Performances' True Blues: History of Blues will showcase the history and culture of the blues through a night of music and conversation.