Jason Cruz & Howl – Bar 10 in Tarzana, CA
What happened:
Jason Cruz and Howl played Bar 10 on Jan. 17, 2026 with openers Repeat and Mermaid Island.
Jason Cruz and Howl consists of the lead singer of Strung Out (Jason Cruz), Kris Comeaux on drums; Jason Nelson on bass, Chad Kulengosky on Guitar and Donald on Pedal Steel Guitar.
Where it took place:
Corbin Bowl in Tarzana, CA at Bar 10
Address: 19616 Ventura Blvd, Tarzana, CA 91356
Why it matters:
The LA punk/outlaw goth scene is alive, loud, and community-driven — and this lineup proved it.
The details:
The show was just $15. Mermaid Island set the tone with high-energy punk and standout musicianship. Check out their performance below:
RePeat delivered raw, fast, no-nonsense punk. Watch the footage below:
Jason Cruz and Howl performed songs reminiscent of a desert movie soundtrack. Think Joshua Tree, Borrego Springs, and the like.
Bar 10 continues to be a reliable home for live alternative music. The sound and lighting was awesome and they even had a smoke machine.
Watch the concert footage below to see what you missed:
Bottom line:
If you’re sleeping on small-venue shows, you’re missing the best part of Southern California’s music culture.
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