Holiday music is a great avenue of joy this time of year. As Buddy the Elf says, "The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear!" Christmas carols and songs are a … [Read more...] about Four ways to celebrate the holidays with music
Make your musical dreams come true at Gottschalk Music Center
"Music can change the world because it can change people" —Bono It's 100 degrees so you may as well stay inside and learn a new hobby, and it's always a good time to learn to play … [Read more...] about Make your musical dreams come true at Gottschalk Music Center
The road to Grizzly Fest leads to this weekend’s festival
Grizzly Fest 2018 is upon us this weekend, and the all ages, two-day music festival already seems bound for the local history books, destined to be a milestone moment in elevating Fresno’s … [Read more...] about The road to Grizzly Fest leads to this weekend’s festival
Who is Steven Sanchez?
From time to time, we like to highlight people in the Fresno area who are doing cool things. Today, meet Steven Sanchez, a man with many talents, including photography, videography, and … [Read more...] about Who is Steven Sanchez?
Metallica coming to Fresno’s Save Mart Center
Middle-aged metalheads Metallica are coming to Fresno (I can say stuff like that because I too am middle-aged). The band announced new North American dates for its WorldWired Tour this morning. … [Read more...] about Metallica coming to Fresno’s Save Mart Center
The music lineup for FresYes Fest 2018 has been announced!
Yesterday, the organizers of FresYes Fest—which draws thousands of music, food, and beer fans to downtown Fresno annually—announced their music lineup for the 2018 festival. On this list? Pillars of … [Read more...] about The music lineup for FresYes Fest 2018 has been announced!
Get in the Christmas spirit at the Inspire One fall concert
Violins, ballet dancers, and beautiful singing combine to enhance children's lives through a local non-profit called the Inspire One Foundation, which has been teaching music and art since 2015. … [Read more...] about Get in the Christmas spirit at the Inspire One fall concert
Here’s what you should do this weekend
Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some fun suggestions for events happening in Fresno and beyond. Check out our calendar for even more stuff to do. Friday Last Farmers Market of … [Read more...] about Here’s what you should do this weekend
From Sousa to Star Wars, symphony orchestras will bring music into your life
When was the last time you sat down and listened to music without words? You hear it all the time, whether you realize it or not. In movies and on TV, emotions from joy to fear to love are evoked in … [Read more...] about From Sousa to Star Wars, symphony orchestras will bring music into your life
Why is Corey Feldman coming to Fresno?
Corey Feldman. Actor in some of the best 80s movies (The Fox and the Hound, The Goonies, Stand By Me, The Lost Boys, The 'Burbs, License to Drive), one half of the teen magazine-staple duo "the … [Read more...] about Why is Corey Feldman coming to Fresno?
Metalachi brings metal + mariachi to Arte Américas
Recently, FresYes has given you the heads up about a wide variety of concerts, from Jay Z to the Foo Fighters to Janet Jackson. Now get ready for one of the wildest shows this town has seen in … [Read more...] about Metalachi brings metal + mariachi to Arte Américas
Scott Patterson Talks Music, Coffee, Gilmore Girls and More
When I was a freshman in high school, this little show called “Gilmore Girls” premiered on the WB. My super-strict Chinese mother only allowed me to watch one hour of TV during the school week, and … [Read more...] about Scott Patterson Talks Music, Coffee, Gilmore Girls and More
CSU Summer Arts Returns to Fresno: Here’s What You Need to Know
Great news for fans of world-class arts performances: CSU Summer Arts returns to Fresno this Sunday. This is a big deal for us. The month-long event has been hosted at CSU Monterey Bay for the last … [Read more...] about CSU Summer Arts Returns to Fresno: Here’s What You Need to Know
Foo Fighters Coming to Fresno’s Save Mart Center
Whoo, this is a big one. New Rock 104.1 announced this morning that the Foo Fighters (last of the great rock bands? Don't @ me) will bring their Concrete and Gold Tour to Fresno Dec. 1 at the Save … [Read more...] about Foo Fighters Coming to Fresno’s Save Mart Center
Here’s What You Should Do This Weekend
Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some fun suggestions for events happening in Fresno and beyond. Make sure to check our calendar for even more stuff to do. Friday Tioga Bike … [Read more...] about Here’s What You Should Do This Weekend
Meet the Former Fresno State Baseball Player Who is Now a Country Music Star
I love music. And I especially love music that speaks to me. Some songs just hit a nerve. Depending on what’s going on in your life at that time, you can hear a song and feel like it was written for … [Read more...] about Meet the Former Fresno State Baseball Player Who is Now a Country Music Star
10 Things We’re Excited About This Week
There’s so much happening in and around Fresno, sometimes you forget about an event until after it’s over. Enter FresYes. Here are 10 things we’re excited about this week, including one happening … [Read more...] about 10 Things We’re Excited About This Week
Here’s Why You Should Know Musician Kat Aleksenko
It should not come as any surprise to learn there is a ton of local talent here in Fresno. Throughout the year, I’ll be writing occasional profiles in order to shine a light on local businesses, … [Read more...] about Here’s Why You Should Know Musician Kat Aleksenko
North Fork’s Bandit Town, USA will ruin your life in the most beautiful way
The Bandit Town Labor Day Campout, Sept. 3-5, 2016 Bandit Town should come with a warning. Something to this effect: If you're restless, enter at your own risk. Because if you have even the … [Read more...] about North Fork’s Bandit Town, USA will ruin your life in the most beautiful way
FresYes People – Master of Mmm-Mmm merriment Nate Butler
Nate Butler. Name sound familiar? Chances are, if you’ve gone out in Fresno at all in that last quarter century, he was in the band who's show you went to, a part of the cast of the play you … [Read more...] about FresYes People – Master of Mmm-Mmm merriment Nate Butler
FresYes People – Mendota Teacher Adrian Perez Talks About His Kanye West Classroom
As a kid, Adrian Perez played in bands and dreamed of being a rockstar. At some point it clicked that being a professional musician wasn't a realistic goal, so Perez turned to teaching. But he never … [Read more...] about FresYes People – Mendota Teacher Adrian Perez Talks About His Kanye West Classroom
ApCal + FresYes = ApYes
Just north of FresYes over the river and barely a mile into Madera you can find great music and wines outside in the wonderful setting of ApCal. Every Friday and Saturday night though the summer … [Read more...] about ApCal + FresYes = ApYes
Farm grown, fresh and fun… It’s the Farmers Market
Here in FresYes and all over the Valley, you can on any given day find one of my favorite outdoor events in the form of the Farmers Market. Some would say, "if you have been to one, been … [Read more...] about Farm grown, fresh and fun… It’s the Farmers Market
Salsa in the Park!
Salsa, Salsa, HOT HOT HOT!!! Tonight, May 4th, is the start of one of my FresYes favorite times of the year. No I'm not talking about Cinco de Mayo, nachos at a Grizzlies game or a … [Read more...] about Salsa in the Park!
FresYes People – Mathr de León Talks Catacomb Party 2015
Los Angeles has Coachella. San Francisco has Outside Lands. And a handful of other American cities with high concentrations of hip, music-loving young folks with disposable income have their … [Read more...] about FresYes People – Mathr de León Talks Catacomb Party 2015