MAMA - Modesto Area Music Association

Modesto has a great music scene. From the indie origins of the late Grandaddy to the pop hits by Flying Blind, the new sounds of EARL and The Evening News, to ecclectic El Olio Wolof and Valley Jazz Collective to the diverstiy of the Central Valley Indie-Fest, there is something for everyone in Modesto. There are a good selection of places to hear live music and many of these also include food and drink options that always go hand in hand with music. Whether your pleasure is jazz, funk, pop, americana, acoustic, you can find some great options in Modesto. The Modesto Area Music Association is proud to showcase and celebrate all that we have to offer. So have fun, find a band and have some fun.MAMA also hosts the annual Modesto Area Music Awards at the State Theater. The best and brightest musicians in Modesto are showcased and nominated by members of the local music community including music writers, promoters, club bookers, and radio programmers. The nominated artists are then voted on by the public and sealed results are given are announced at the Awards show.Are you a musician that wants to be nominated? Let us know and we will check you out. Most of all MAMA is a forum for representing our local music community. If you need help ask, and we will do everything we can to support you.I edited my profile with Thomas' Myspace Editor V4.1