Christopher Hawley is a devoted surfer, guitarist, singer-songwriter and a Venice musician through and through. His new album, “Stories,” reads like a series of miniature character studies, washed in California roots pop. He has mastered the perfect combination of genuinely positive vibes, inspiring lyrics, transcendent guitar work and danceable grooves within well-crafted songs. | moodysbistro.com
Aug. 3 & 4 | 8 p.m.
Moody’s Bar & Bistro | Truckee
