Down Home Music Store in El Cerrito, California functions as a vibrant community hub for intimate, live roots music performances, artist record release parties, and cultural showcases.Operated as a non-profit foundation, the legendary shop utilizes its dedicated museum and gallery space to host free, in-store live music sets. These events allow regional and traveling artists to perform new records in full, interact closely with audiences, and celebrate American roots traditions.
Front Porch CONNECTS is made possible by the California Arts Council, the Community Foundation of Lafayette, the Peaceful World Foundation, and by our wonderful community of Bay Area musicians and music fans.