Four Barrel, Grooveline, and blues standout Mark Hummel round out three days of live entertainment September 19–21 in Historic Folsom.
FOLSOM — The weekend opens Friday night at Powerhouse with a double bill that blends modern rock and a tribute to the King of Pop. Static Sugar launches the evening with a 7 p.m. set filled with rock and pop favorites, followed by Adam Aldama’s 2Bad Michael Jackson Tribute at 10 p.m., a high-energy performance celebrating four decades of Michael Jackson’s greatest hits. From there, the lineup rolls into Saturday and Sunday with Four Barrel, Grooveline, and a blues finale by Mark Hummel, keeping the stage busy and the dance floor packed all weekend long.
Static Sugar sets the tone for Friday’s TGIF Early Show. The Sacramento-based band thrives on strong vocals and musicianship, delivering a setlist that spans across generations X, Y, and Z. Dana Caylor’s lead vocals power the group, backed by Bill Glaholt on keys, Keith Sharward on drums, Dan Pickens on bass, and Andy Gomez on guitar. Their chemistry on stage is what gives Static Sugar its dynamic edge, mixing modern pop and rock with a live energy that translates into a crowd-ready atmosphere. For fans looking to start their weekend early, this show is built to energize the night.
Later Friday, the spotlight belongs to 2Bad: The Michael Jackson Tribute Show, one of Adam Aldama and the Aces’ most in-demand productions. This tribute doesn’t just cover Jackson’s hits — it re-creates the experience with choreography, harmonies, and the larger-than-life stage presence that made Jackson a global icon. Audiences will be taken on a journey through four decades of music, from “Billie Jean” and “Smooth Criminal” to “Black or White,” “Heal the World,” and the Jackson 5 staples that launched Jackson’s career. With Aldama and his group bringing precision and charisma to every note, 2Bad is both a nostalgic tribute and a modern party, giving fans of all ages the chance to relive the magic of Michael Jackson.
On Saturday, September 20, the Saturday Afternoon Dance Party brings Four Barrel to the stage at 3 p.m. This Woodland-based group is a seasoned outfit with a sound rooted in decades of experience. Guitarist Phillip Lovejoy adds a blues-rock flair shaped by influences like Hendrix and Van Halen, while vocalist Teri Alison brings commanding vocals inspired by Pat Benatar and a stage presence that has kept her fronting bands since childhood. Bassist Dale Warner adds grooves honed through decades of playing and touring, and drummer Ken Hockensmith locks it down with precision. Together, Four Barrel delivers an expansive setlist that spans from 60s classics to modern rock anthems, always performed with heart and high energy.
Saturday night closes with Grooveline at 10 p.m., a band that specializes in R&B, funk, old school, and Latin rock. Grooveline’s shows are more than concerts — they are full-scale dance parties. With horns, layered instrumentation, and dynamic vocalists, the band fuses old school classics with soul and funk to create a celebratory atmosphere. Their energy is contagious, pulling audiences onto the dance floor and keeping the room moving until the last note. For anyone looking for a Saturday night out filled with nonstop rhythm and soul, Grooveline delivers every time.
The weekend wraps up Sunday, September 21, at 3 p.m. with the Powerhouse of Blues series featuring Mark Hummel. A Grammy nominee and Blues Music Award winner, Hummel is regarded as one of the greatest harmonica players of his generation. He has released more than 30 albums, toured extensively across the U.S. and Europe, and headlined his long-running Blues Harmonica Blowout series, which has featured nearly every major name in blues harp. His tone, phrasing, and swing have earned him acclaim from fans and critics alike, and his performance at Powerhouse promises to be a raw, authentic blues experience that closes out the weekend with power and soul.
As Powerhouse continues celebrating 25 years as Folsom’s home for live music and nightlife, the venue remains a cornerstone of the community’s entertainment scene. More than just a nightclub, Powerhouse has become an adult playground with its full bar, VIP seating, and cigar and hookah lounge. The venue was also recently voted the number one bar and nightclub in the 2025 Best of Times Awards, presented by Folsom Times. Learn more at www.bestoffolsom.com.
All shows at Powerhouse are 21 and over. For tickets and more information, visit www.powerhousepub.com.
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