The Cypress Lounge 120 Union Street Santa Cruz, CA
All Ages or 21 + depending on show
Booking contact: Ashton Hodge
Preferred method of contact: Email cypressloungesc@gmail.com or drop off a press kit and CD in person daily after 4 PM.
Timing: The Cypress Lounge is booking about 3 months in advance for Friday/Saturday night slots. Less advance notice is needed for Tuesday/Wednesday night slots.
Days: Live music booked almost every day of the week.
Genres: Reggae, funk, blues, light rock, lounge, DJ
Capacity: 200
Payment: For up and coming bands, The Cypress Lounge will give bands 10% of sales for the duration of their show (no door cover charged). Once a band is more established and has a proven draw, a larger percentage can be negotiated.
Equipment: The Cypress Lounge provides speakers and amps. The band is responsible for bringing a sound board, mics, stands and any other essentials they need.
Food: As a courtesy The Cypress Lounge provides a $50 drink/meal credit to the band.
Booking Guidelines:
When you email an inquiry include the following information:
- Band name
- Website/MySpace
- Genre
- Influences
- Are you looking for a weekday or weekend slot (remember, you have to EARN a weekend slot!).
- Three references (even if it is just your mom’s birthday party, let them know the last 3 places you played)
Tuesday/Wednesday nights the music permit is only until 10 PM so all shows start early and typically run from about 7-10 PM. Less established bands should target these weeknights. If you can draw 40+ people on a Tues/Wed night, the venue will consider moving you up to a weekend spot the next time around.
Thursday is reggae night. If you are not a reggae act, don’t try to book on a Thursday.
Friday/Saturday are primetime and your band should be able to draw at least 150 out to the show. Music permits go later on the weekend, so your show can start later and doesn’t have to end until 1 AM (space closes at 1:30 AM on the weekend).
The space is also open to group parties, events and showcases. They have hosted everything from Mardi Gras costume party to an upcoming Cirque de Sol style aerial event.
Original Good Times Making Noise Blog Post can be viewed HERE.