We are excited to have Ashford Gordon play at this week’s free Concerts by the Sea summer series.

Ashford Gordon carries the torch of Contemporary Blues with deep roots in the rich musical heritage of Starkville, Mississippi. His sound is a living testament to the Hill Country blues of northeastern Mississippi, shaped further by the electrifying pulse of 1950s Rhythm & Blues from the Pruitt-Igoe Projects in St. Louis.

Gordon’s artistry was nurtured during his formative years in the San Francisco Bay Area, where he was immersed in a vibrant blend of Blues and Gospel. His music weaves together these powerful influences, creating a voice that is at once timeless and urgently modern—a true standard-bearer for the next generation of the Blues.

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Set against a summer sky at the beautiful Harbor View Park, visitors can enjoy a variety of musical selections at the Concerts by the Sea Summer Concert Series.

The series is held from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. each Saturday from July 12 to August 30 at Harbor View Park, located off Harbor Boulevard just south of Marine Emporium Landing (3600 Harbor Blvd. Oxnard, CA 93035).

Don’t forget to bring your picnics, blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy this fun family event.