Nick Moss Performed at Carrillo Recreation Center
The blues artist took the stage in Santa Barbara as the local blues society prepares for its upcoming anniversary.
Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in Blues
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Blues musician Nick Moss recently performed at the Carrillo Recreation Center in Santa Barbara. The event highlights the continued activity of the Santa Barbara Blues Society, which is approaching its milestone 50th anniversary.
Why it matters
The Santa Barbara Blues Society serves as the oldest continuously running organization of its kind in the United States. Its ability to host touring acts like Nick Moss underscores the organization's enduring role in maintaining local interest in blues music.
Nick Moss released his album Get Your Back Into It! in 2023. The band's recent performance featured a variety of equipment including a Gibson 335, a Fender Jazzmaster, and a standup bass.
The players
Nick Moss
He is a blues musician and bandleader who released the 2023 album Get Your Back Into It!.
Santa Barbara Blues Society
It is the oldest continuously running blues society in the United States and is based in Santa Barbara.
Dennis Gruenling
He is a musician who performed alongside Nick Moss at the Carrillo Recreation Center.
Mike Zito
He is a blues artist who previously performed at a society show in May 2026.
Teresa James
She is the leader of the Rhythm Tramps and is scheduled to perform at the final blues society show of 2026.
The details
During the concert, Nick Moss was joined by bandmates Dennis Gruenling, Pierce Downer, and Rodrigo Mantovani. The set list featured a mix of songs from the artist's past discography as well as selections from an upcoming album.
Timeline
Mike Zito performed at an SBBS show in May 2026.
Nick Moss performed at the Carrillo Recreation Center in late September 2026.
Teresa James and the Rhythm Tramps are scheduled to perform on November 21, 2026.
The Santa Barbara Blues Society will reach its 50th anniversary in 2027.
Industry Dynamics
The Santa Barbara Blues Society has maintained a continuous presence for decades, a feat few regional music organizations accomplish. This concert follows the pattern of long-term programming maintained by the society as it approaches its half-century mark.
Local blues fans can look forward to the final society event of the year featuring Teresa James and the Rhythm Tramps. Tickets and schedule information for future performances remain accessible through official society channels.
The takeaway
The longevity of local music organizations like the Santa Barbara Blues Society provides a consistent venue for genre-specific artists to reach regional audiences. Enthusiasts can support these efforts by attending scheduled performances throughout the remainder of the year.
Further reading
Learn more about the local music scene on the Blues section of our site.
More information
For upcoming performance schedules and society history, visit the Santa Barbara Blues Society website.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Santa Barbara Independent.
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