This Friday: 25th Anniversary Season Opener w/ Los Cenzontles & Miko Marks!
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The wait is almost over!
Don’t miss the opening night of Point Richmond Music’s 25th Anniversary Season this Friday, June 12, in historic downtown Point Richmond.
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Los Cenzontles – 5:30 PM
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Miko Marks – 6:45 PM
When: Friday, June 12, 5:30–7:45 PM
Where: Park Place between West Richmond and Washington Avenues, Richmond, CA 94801
Cost: Free and open to all ages
Bring your family, friends, lawn chairs, and dancing shoes for an evening of great music and community. PRM’s beverage bar will feature
East Brother beers,
Windchaser wines, and freshly mixed margaritas. In addition to our
wonderful local restaurants, Pickles and Smoke BBQ and Mr. Dim
Sum will be on site serving up great food all evening. And kids will love
custom face-painting designs by Donna Now. The season continues on the second Friday of each month through September.
🎵 Bonus fun at this Friday’s Point Richmond Music season opener! Thanks to our friends at
Valhella77, a Bay Area artist-owned skate brand and PRM sponsor, attendees will have a chance to win a custom skateboard and Vahella77 swag during the evening. Stop by the Point Richmond Music information booth to learn
how to enter the free opportunity drawing!
Point Richmond Music is made possible by the support of our sponsors, donors, and volunteers. Special thanks to our 2026 sponsors:
City of Richmond • Gateway Foundation •
Hurlbut Benevolent Foundation •
Mechanics Bank •
Republic Services •
Valhella77 •
Point Richmond Neighborhood Council •
M.A. Hays Insurance •
Atchison Village Credit Union •
East Brother Beer. Learn more, donate, or volunteer at
www.pointrichmondmusic.org.
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PRM’s 2026 Line-up: Friday, June 12
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5:30-6:30 ~ Los
Cenzontles
Since 1989, Los Cenzontles (Nahuatl for “the mockingbirds”) have made a name for themselves among music aficionados, creating roots music, cross-cultural projects, collaborating on record and live with Linda Ronstadt, Jackson Browne, Ry Cooder, Los Lobos, and
Taj Mahal, among others.
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6:45-7:45 ~ Miko
Marks
Miko Marks is a dynamic singer and performer whose powerful voice and genre-blending style span Americana, blues, southern rock, and gospel. Known for her commanding stage presence and deeply soulful delivery, Miko Marks continues to captivate audiences and
redefine what roots music can be.
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5:30-6:30 ~
Wreckless Strangers
Wreckless Strangers fuse blues, rock, and Americana into a high-energy, roots-driven sound. Known for tight harmonies and standout musicianship, their performances strike a balance between grit, groove, and feel-good storytelling.
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6:45-7:45 ~ Aki
Kumar
San Jose-based harmonica virtuoso Aki Kumar delivers a one-of-a-kind fusion of Chicago blues and classic Bollywood. His electrifying performances combine soulful blues riffs with infectious Indian rhythms for a truly global sound.
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5:30-6:30 ~
CBD with Russell, Kaplan, Patrick + Smith
Christopher Smith, Claudia Russell, Bruce Kaplan, and Daniel Patrick — brings together two distinctive Bay Area songwriters in Russell and Smith, whose eclectic originals range from wry and playful to quietly moving. Their songs are carried by rich harmonies
and grounded by the tasteful instrumental support of Kaplan (guitar/mandolin) and Patrick (ukulele bass). With deep roots in Point Richmond, Russell and Kaplan are especially pleased to bring the band home for this summer evening.
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6:45-7:45 ~ Those
Darn Accordians
This wildly entertaining San Francisco band turns the accordion into a rock instrument, blending polka, pop, and comedy with high-energy flair and witty lyrics. Fronted by squeezebox wizard/lead singer Paul Rogers, the band writes many original rock and funk
songs, and also explores more-eclectic musical genres like ska, country and the prerequisite polkas. The aim is always to entertain, with an emphasis on solid musicianship and an unmistakable sense of humor.
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5:30-6:30 ~ Los
Nadies
Los Nadies bring an energetic mix of Latin American rhythms, blending cumbia, rock, and socially conscious themes into an engaging and danceable performance. Musical cross-pollinators extraordinaire, Los Nadies curate an inventive, versatile, and refreshing
remix of Latin American music.
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6:45-7:45 ~
The Anthony Paule Soul Orchestra featuring Willy Jordan
A powerhouse ensemble led by guitarist Anthony Paule, this orchestra delivers authentic soul and blues driven by the commanding vocals of Willy Jordan. Their sound channels classic soul traditions with modern energy and polish.
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