Mojave Gold, a new venue in Yucca Valley, is establishing itself as a key player in the local music scene. Ryan and Alexis Gutierrez, recent transplants to the area, are excited to discover a thriving alternative scene, which was unexpected for them. The venue's co-owner, Cooper Gillespie, expresses enthusiasm for the growing music community, stating that many talented musicians inhabit the desert. The aesthetic of Mojave Gold contrasts with traditional venues, aiming to attract diverse acts and foster an independent nightlife experience.
"I didn't even know there was a scene for this out here," Alexis said. "I literally just passed this place and thought it looked hip. We used to drive to San Diego for something like this."
"It's kind of slower out here in the desert, but there's things like this that make it fun," Ryan said, "Being in the alternative scene, having shows like this is really important to us."
"A part of why we moved here 10 years ago was that there are so many amazing musicians, and a lot more people live here now," said the venue's co-owner Cooper Gillespie. "I'm like, 'Yes, bring on all the amazing music venues and new places for the music community to be.'"
The six-week-old Mojave Gold is the most promising new entry in a desert music scene that, lately, has seen its share of high-stakes ownership drama at venues like Pappy & Harriet's and the Alibi.
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