# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Jim Messina & The Band
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 10 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-07:00)
- **Event Description**: An undisputed expert in the fine art of making hit music, JIM MESSINA’s legacy of musical genius spans five decades, three super groups, a vibrant solo career and scores of producing and engineering credits.

“Your Mama Don’t Dance,” “Angry Eyes,” “Danny’s Song,” “House of Pooh Corner,” and “You Better Think Twice” are just a few songs of Jim Messina’s vast musical hits.

While acting as producer/audio engineer for Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Buffalo Springfield, Messina ultimately joined the band as its bass player. When “the Springfield” disbanded in 1968, Jim and fellow bandmate Richie Furay formed Poco. With Jim on lead guitar, Poco defined a new musical genre, Country Rock. After three successful albums, Jim was ready for a change and left to return to his passion for producing music. He signed as an independent producer with Columbia Records.

In November 1970, the Columbia asked Jim to work with an unknown Kenny Loggins. While helping Kenny get ready for a record and touring, the two discovered that they worked well together and Jim agreed to sit in on Kenny’s first album. Kenny Loggins with Jim Messina Sittin’ In was released in November of 1971 and an accidental duo was formed.

Over the next seven years, Loggins & Messina released eight hit albums, had scores of hit songs and sold over 16 million albums. They had become one of rock’s most successful recording duos ever, but it was time for the duo to go their separate ways.

Since then, Jim has been releasing critically acclaimed solo albums and playing to audiences across the country. Recently, with his new band, The Road Runners, Jim released his latest live album Here, There & Everywhere.

Touring the country and playing sold-out shows, Jim says that he’s enjoying discovering who he is, where he’s been and, most significantly, where he’s going.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/santa-cruz/jim-messina-and-the-band/200029549088437
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, live-music, art, fine-arts, theatre
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 47

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Santa Cruz
- **state**: CA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Rio Theatre
- **lat**: 36.980021798863
- **long**: -122.01046150184
- **full address**: Rio Theatre, Cordevalle, 1205 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Jim Messina & The Band being held?
  - **A:** Jim Messina & The Band takes place on Sun, 10 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm to Sun, 10 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Rio Theatre, Cordevalle, 1205 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Jim Messina & The Band?
  - **A:** Jim Messina & The Band is organized by Pulse Productions.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Pulse Productions's events?
  - **A:** Pulse Productions has 106+ followers on AllEvents, reflecting a trusted and active community of event-goers who follow their events. Pulse Productions has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Jim Messina & The Band is ideal for live music fans, concert-goers, and anyone who enjoys unforgettable performances from their favorite artists in an electric live atmosphere. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Santa Cruz, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Jim Messina & The Band sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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