Red Voodoo, SMUT, Waves of Distortion, Replication, Beautiful Blood, Taylor Scott and KAZKA all amongst weekend bill
ORANGEVALE — A powerhouse three-night run of live music is coming to The Boardwalk beginning Friday night, led by legendary Hollywood glam rockers London and followed by two nights showcasing the diverse musical range that continues to make the Orangevale venue a destination for touring artists and emerging acts alike.
The weekend kicks off Friday with London taking the stage alongside Red Voodoo and SMUT, followed Saturday by Sacramento-based modern metal act Waves of Distortion with Replication, Beautiful Blood and Taylor Scott. The three-night stretch concludes Sunday with an international headliner as Ukrainian pop and electro-folk group KAZKA brings its global tour to Orangevale.
Together, the lineup spans decades and genres—from the classic Sunset Strip rock scene of the 1980s to modern heavy rock and global pop influences.
Friday’s show is led by London, widely regarded as one of the cornerstone bands that helped shape the Hollywood glam and hard-rock scene during the 1980s.
Originally founded by Nikki Sixx before his rise to fame with Mötley Crüe, London quickly gained a reputation as something of a “training school” for future rock stars. Over the years the band’s ranks included musicians who would later become members of Guns N’ Roses — including Slash, Dizzy Reed and Matt Sorum — along with W.A.S.P. frontman Blackie Lawless, Guns N’ Roses drummer Steven Adler and musician Alan Krigger.
London reached international audiences when frontman Nadir D’Priest joined the band, ushering in an era that included worldwide tours, MTV airplay and several recognizable singles including “Radio Star,” “Ride You Through the Night,” “No Tell Motel,” and “Fast as Light.”
The band also appeared in the cult documentaryThe Decline of Western Civilization II: The Metal Yearsand was referenced in the Mötley Crüe biopicThe Dirt, further cementing its legacy within the mythology of the Sunset Strip rock movement.
Today London continues to perform worldwide with a lineup that includes guitarist Ronee Peña, bassist Andy Hewett, keyboardist Anthony Martinez and drummer Alex Greenling. Touring behind four studio albums, a live record and multiple singles, the band continues to bring its signature sound to audiences while developing material for a forthcoming fifth studio album.
Friday’s show also features Red Voodoo, a band formed in 2018 known for energetic live performances that blend classic rock influences with modern flair. Their polished harmonies and high-energy delivery evoke the spirit of 1970s and 1980s arena rock.
Opening the evening is SMUT, a band known for an explosive fusion of funk, metal and experimental sounds. The group’s theatrical performances have taken them to venues such as The Whisky A-Go-Go and events like Fabio Fest.
Saturday night: Waves of Distortion headlines modern rock lineup
Saturday night shifts the spotlight to Sacramento’s modern heavy music scene with Waves of Distortion leading a four-band lineup.
The band formed in 2018 when guitarist Brennen Von Slack began shaping a sound that blends melodic distortion with haunting atmospheric tones. Joined by bassist Glen Evans, drummer Jonas Wahlstrom and vocalist Josiah Fox, the group built a reputation for balancing heaviness with melody.
Their debut albumRace Against Timearrived in 2020, followed by the heavier and more aggressive sophomore releaseShattered.
The band endured a difficult chapter in early 2025 with the passing of founding bassist Glen Evans. With his encouragement and legacy in mind, the remaining members continued forward.
Today Waves of Distortion features Von Slack on guitar, Fox on vocals, Mike McNellis on bass and Isaiah AR on drums, who also performed onShattered. The band says the lineup has brought renewed focus as they prepare new music and continue evolving their sound.
Saturday’s show also includes Replication, an alternative metal band from Sonora founded in 2020. The group has released two full-length albums including the experimental debutNaked Cat: Space Odyssey – Multidimensional Penetrationand the heavier follow-upBlack Hole Horizon. Replication is currently preparing its third album,Earthbound and Gagged.
Beautiful Blood brings powerful hard rock and metal influences to the stage. Members of the band have previously shared the stage with acts including Machine Head, Sevendust, Anthrax, Testament, Godsmack, A Perfect Circle, Jackyl, Great White, Stuck Mojo and Black Label Society.
Also performing is Taylor Scott, a musician whose work moves between melodic rock and metalcore. His songs explore themes of addiction, recovery and life struggles, combining heavy breakdowns with soaring melodies.
Sunday night: KAZKA brings international pop-folk energy
The weekend concludes Sunday night with KAZKA, one of Ukraine’s most celebrated pop and electro-folk groups.
Formed in Kyiv in 2017, the band rose to international fame with the viral hit “Plakala,” which became the first Ukrainian-language song to reach the Global Shazam Top 10 and has since accumulated hundreds of millions of streams worldwide.
Led by vocalist Oleksandra Zaritska alongside Mykyta Budash and Dmytro Mazuriak, KAZKA blends modern electronic production with Ukrainian folk influences and powerful vocals.
Their albumsKarma,NirvanaandSvithelped solidify their distinctive sound and global following. Now celebrating their 10-year anniversary, the group returns to North America in 2026 with a tour featuring immersive visuals and emotionally driven performances.
The Boardwalk, located at 9426 Greenback Lane in Orangevale, remains one of the region’s most recognizable live music venues, hosting national touring acts, tribute artists and local bands in an intimate setting that keeps audiences close to the stage.
Tickets and additional information for all three shows are available atwww.rocktheboardwalk.com. All ticket sales are final.
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