We are giving away 10 (TEN) TICKETS to see John Garcia of Kyuss at The Fonda Theater on June 27th, 2025- You can Buy Tickets Now or see below for details.
Desert rock pioneer John Garcia has launched a 2025 North American tour, performing iconic tracks from Kyuss, Slo Burn, Hermano, and his solo catalog. The tour kicks off June 26 in San Diego and runs through July 13, with a desert climax on July 19 at Pioneertown’s Pappy & Harriet’s—all with support from psychedelic-rock duo Telekinetic Yeti . The touring band features John Bennet (guitar), Billy Cordell (bass), and longtime drummer Greg Saenz.
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Winners will be chosen at 1pm pacific time on Friday, June 27th. We might give all 10 tickets to one person or give 5 pairs away.
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John Garcia (born September 4, 1970) is an American singer-songwriter and a foundational voice in desert rock. Raised in Palm Springs, California, he rose to prominence as the lead vocalist of Kyuss, the pioneering stoner rock band whose albums Blues for the Red Sun (1992) and Welcome to Sky Valley (1994) shaped the genre’s sound and ethos . Known for his sun-scorched howl and raw energy, Garcia later led post-Kyuss projects including Slo Burn, Unida, Hermano, and Vista Chino (formerly Kyuss Lives!), before launching his solo project John Garcia and the Band of Gold in 2019 .
Garcia’s solo discography spans four albums: John Garcia (2014), The Coyote Who Spoke in Tongues (2017), and John Garcia and the Band of Gold (2019) . His collaborations range from guest vocals on The Crystal Method’s “Born Too Slow” (2003) to appearances with Karma to Burn, Mondo Generator, Orange Goblin, and Hermes, showcasing his versatility and deep roots in heavy rock culture.
John Garcia isn’t just a voice—he’s the soundtrack of the desert. His legacy spans landmark albums, memorable riffs, and decades of genre-defining performances. His 2025 tour reconnects fans with those raw, reverberating grooves—the same that first defined stoner rock—and keeps the scene’s spirit alive today.
