17-Year-Old Guitar Prodigy Bella Rayne Brings “Looks Like Rayne” Grateful Dead/JGB Tribute to Felton Music Hall

Article Contributed by gratefulweb | Published on Tuesday, January 14, 2025

Hot off recent appearances with the Allman Betts Family Revival at The Fillmore and Melvin Seals’ JGB at The Guild Theater, 17-year-old guitar sensation Bella Rayne is bringing her Grateful Dead/JGB tribute show, “Looks Like Rayne,” to Felton Music Hall on Saturday, January 18. Audiences can expect an unforgettable evening with a star-studded lineup of Nate LaPointe (Cubensis), Sunshine Garcia Becker (Furthur), Alex Jordan (Phil Lesh), Danny Luerhing, Tim Baker, and special guests. The UC Berkeley-based jam band Moonbloom will open the night with their own vibrant performance.

A self-taught musician from Mendocino, Bella Rayne has swiftly made a name for herself by showcasing her unique blend of Grateful Dead–inspired jams, ’70s psychedelic rock, Southern rock, and ’90s grunge. Already, she has performed with notable acts such as the Allman Betts Family Revival, Melvin Seals & JGB, ALO, Jackie Greene, Oteil Burbridge, and members of Terrapin Family. Bella has also been featured in Guitar World, earned sponsorships from Fender and Ernie Ball, and made her mark with an appearance at Oracle Park for the SF Giants’ Grateful Dead Appreciation Night.

In addition to her electrifying stage presence, Bella is dedicated to encouraging the next generation of musicians. Through her collaboration with Grateful Guitars Foundation, she actively participates in promoting music education in schools and hopes to inspire other young players—especially female musicians—to follow their dreams.


EVENT DETAILS

  • What: “Looks Like Rayne” – A Grateful Dead/JGB Tribute by Bella Rayne, featuring Nate LaPointe, Sunshine Garcia Becker, Alex Jordan, Danny Luerhing, Tim Baker & special guests
  • Opener: Moonbloom (UC Berkeley-based jam band)
  • When: Saturday, January 18
  • Where: Felton Music Hall – 6275 Hwy 9, Felton, CA 95018
  • Tickets & Info: feltonmusichall.com | BellaRayne.com

 

About Bella Rayne

At just 17 years old, Bella Rayne has established herself as a force on the jam rock scene. Her soulful improvisations—rooted in the Grateful Dead, Southern rock, and ’90s grunge—demonstrate a maturity beyond her years. Bella has made regular guest appearances with high-caliber artists and has headlined shows with her rotating lineup of all-star musicians. She is a passionate advocate for music education, partnering with the Grateful Guitars Foundation to inspire young people to pick up an instrument and share their musical voices with the world.

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