Up Next Flagstaff is a new series at Coconino Center for the Arts that is proud to showcase local emerging artists. For its premiere concert in the series CCA brings to the stage two local acts, The Carbonics and Cameron Jameson. This concert is Pay What You Can. Proceeds go to support performing artists in the series.
The Carbonics are an alternative rock band founded in Flagstaff in 2022. Their sound combines a pop sensibility with strong roots in folk, blues, and soul. The result is emotionally compelling songs with catchy melodies and heartfelt lyrics. They can fill a dance floor with an infectious bass groove or spin a contemplative yarn to a listening room. Hints of contemporary influences like Nathaniel Rateliff, the Lumineers, and Vampire Weekend can be heard in their music, along with legendary songwriters from Otis Redding to Bruce Springsteen.
The band got its start when lead singer and songwriter Bryan Griffith, an accomplished visual artist, began writing music as a new creative outlet when all of his art exhibitions were canceled due to Covid-19. After the pandemic, Griffith recruited lead guitarist Sam Williams, bassist Mike Handforth, and drummer Beau Santillan to help bring those songs and more to life.
Cameron Jameson is a born and raised flagstaff local who is bringing fresh original music through his band Piso Mojado and is now taking the stage with a solo performance! With influences from Ed Sheeran, Taylor Swift, and Jason Mraz he’s bringing fun acoustic music to every show he plays!
This concert is Pay What You Can. Proceeds go to support performing artists.
