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    Metro Music In The Other Park 2008 - Groundation

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    San Jose Downtown Association

    June 5, 2008

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    Metro Music in the Other Park is back for its 11th season starting June 5. Headlining the first show will be Groundation, a reggae band that mixes up its original music with tributes to Bob Marley and the Wailers.

    Dates this year: Every Thursday in June
    (June 5, June 12, June 19, June 26)

    5:30 p.m. to 9:15 p.m.
    St. James Park
    at First and St. James streets

    These concerts, produced by the San Jose Downtown Association, are always absolutely free. You will be able to enter the Music in the Park 20th anniversary contest by stopping by the Metro Newspapers booth at Music in the Other Park.

    Food and beverages are available at the park. Be sure to visit the Lounge in the Park, which is open to the public, and enjoy sangria, beer and wine.

    This year: no smoking in the park.

    June 5: Groundation (roots reggae)
    Groundation blends elements of both jazz and dub while staying true to the sound of roots reggae. The California-based band's most recent album, "Upon the Bridge," is available on iTunes.

    Supporting artist: Firme - this local band plays reggae with a Latin twist.

    Radio partners Alice @ 97.3

    • Ticket Info

      Tickets: Free

      Info Phone: 408-279-1775 x41

    • Dates & Times

      Dates:
      June 5, 2008

      Times:
      5:30pm-9:15pm

    • Venue Info

      St. James Park - Downtown San Jose

      St. James Street & Second Street San Jose, CA 95113

      Full map and directions

    • Parking Info

      Parking is free after 6 p.m. in the garages at Third and St. John streets and Market and St. John streets. There is also limited street parking available.

    • Accessibility Info

    • NOTE: We do our best to ensure all information is accurate. However it's a good idea to visit the official website or call the venue to verify the information.

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