Music scene · Big Bear City
Big Bear City is a San Bernardino Mountains resort community where lodge lounges and restaurants host live sets for ski and summer crowds, and musicians commute to Los Angeles for steady gigs.
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Big Bear City is a San Bernardino Mountains resort community where lodge lounges and restaurants host live sets for ski and summer crowds, and musicians commute to Los Angeles for steady gigs.
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This mountain community on the edge of the San Bernardino Mountains sees music tied to seasonal tourism, local bars, and community events. The Inland Empire and Los Angeles supply most touring acts.
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