Welcome to the Yard Sale website!

Yard Sale has quickly become one of the most sought-after bands in the Southern California area. Our versatility and showmanship allows us to entertain at any type of occasion – from a sophisticated cocktail hour to a full-blown outdoor extravaganza - Yard Sale can truly do it all. The band's clean, professional look, extraordinary communication skills, and strict attention to detail has made Yard Sale a hot commodity amongst clients and agents, alike. Our show-stopping repertoire is arranged for a 4-piece rhythm section and 3-piece horn section, providing a rich, powerful, and refreshing sound enjoyed by guests of all ages. In short, we provide a non-stop rock, rhythm and soul experience that will truly knock your socks off.

What sets Yard Sale apart from other bands:

  • The horn section! Everybody loves them and we have one of the best.
  • 100% prepared from start to finish. We will arrive early, in appropriate attire, and treat everyone with respect. The way in which we present our music will speak for itself.
  • Professional Playing Experience: No amateurs. Band consists of touring/studio musicians and music educators who have been doing this for 15+ years. Our front man, Griff Hamlin, is an extraordinary guitar player and vocalist who can make anyone feel like they're part of the band.
  • Repertoire: Instead of trendy tunes that may only appeal to the younger members of the event, we present a set that is enjoyed by fans of all ages. All the favorite disco, funk, blues, swing, and classic rock tunes that get people dancing...igniting old memories and creating new ones.
  • “Fans!” : We have a mailing list of 500+ wonderful people who will always support us at any public event and take advantage of all your community has to offer.
  • The Look: Our “snazzy”, custom black/red outfits and matching stand fronts add the “icing on the cake” to an already solid presentation. Suits and tuxes for black tie affairs is customary.
  • Attitude: We are a group of great musicians - smiling, having a fantastic time and appreciating the privilege of performing at your event.

Get Ready For The 4th

If you are in the Rancho Cucamonga area on July 4th, you really don’t want to miss out on what they have going on. Plus, your favorite band Yard Sale will be there!

Check out all the fun here: http://www.rcpark.com/events/4thofJuly.htm

Hope to see you all there.

Java Joes on Friday, April 3rd! We need your help!

 Hi Everyone!

On Friday, April 3rd at Java Joes in Yorba Linda, Yard Sale is going to be pulling out all the stops for a very special reason.  The band is under consideration for a performance on the Tomorrowland Terrace Stage at the Disneyland Resort, and the Director of Talent Booking for Disneyland’s Entertainment Division is scheduled to stop by and have a look and listen.  Nothing would make us feel more confident and proud than to have Java Joes packed with all of our wonderful friends and family.  We chose this venue for the audition because of the warm welcome we have received from day one at Java Joes.  It is our favorite place to play, and that’s because of YOU!  :-)

Yard Sale will be sporting a new look and filling the room with exciting new songs showcasing the versatility of the ensemble.  It promises to be a great night!

If you would like a flier for this event with more information, just shoot me an email and I’ll respond to you immediately.  My address is:  Laura@yardsaletheband.com
Yard Sale thanks you for taking the time to come out and support us on this very special night.  Hope to see you there!

Most Sincerely,

Laura and the band

P.S.  SAVE THE DATE:  Public performances we would love to see you attend: 

May 23 - Java Joes
June 19 - Java Joes
June 27 - City of Murrieta Annual Birthday Bash
June 27 - American Cancer Society Relay for Life - Corona
July 4 - City of Rancho Cucamonga July 4th Celebration
July 9 - City of Fountain Valley Summer Concert Series
July 16 - City of Apple Valley Summer Concert Series
July 25 - Java Joes
July 30 - City of Corona Summer Concert Series

more to come…

Yard Sale Sponsors Corona Pony Baseball Team!

Yard Sale is proud to announce that we are the official team sponsor for the Corona Pony White Sox baseball team!  Go Sox!!!!

Grab your honey and head to Java Joes for Valentine’s Day!!!

Join Yard Sale as we celebrate a night of LOVE at Java Joes!  Don’t miss it!  Java Joes is located at   4973 Yorba Ranch Rd. in Yorba Linda - 714.970.7988.  Hope to see you there!!!!

Oktoberfest is HERE!!!

Just a quick invitation to spend your afternoon with us at the Saint Martin de Porres Oktoberfest!!!  Griff and I went with the family on Friday night and this event is WONDERFUL!!!  SO much to do for the kids, including carnival rides and games!  More food than you can imagine - and the beer garden - you have to see it to believe it.  There is no cost to get in, and all food/games/etc. are priced quite reasonably.  A fantastic way to spend your Saturday.  We play from 2pm - 5pm.  Please stop by the stage and say hello.  We’d love to see a familiar face!!!

Saint Martin de Porres Parish
19767 Yorba Linda Blvd. ,  Yorba Linda, CA  92886
(714) 970-2771

Busy Busy Busy!

Hi Everyone!  If you haven’t seen the band perform yet, there are lots of opportunities during the month of September to check us out.  For instance, we have our usual gigs at Java Joes - our “home away from home” - in Yorba Linda on the 6th and 27th beginning at 8pm.  We’ll also be having a great time at the St. Martin’s Catholic Church Oktoberfest on the 20th beginning at 2pm in Yorba Linda.  Then there’s the Walk for Health and Breast Cancer Awareness in Corona on the 27th.  And we’re gonna be having a grand old time playing for the nice folks from Absolut Vodka on the 13th, but that’s a private party….

Anyway, if you need more info regarding any of the dates above, shoot me an email and I”ll reply asap.  Thanks, and hope to see you soon!  Laura.  laura@yardsaletheband.com

Thank You Gary and the City of Rancho Cucamonga!!!

We had such a great time performing for the outstanding volunteers from Rancho Cucamonga!  What a party!!!!  Thanks so much for including us in the celebration!  Hope to see all of you again real soon!  - Yard Sale

Thank You City of Whittier!!!!

WOW!!!  What an INCREDIBLE night we had with the wonderful folks of Whittier on Monday, August 11th!  You guys sure know how to dance the night away!  Yard Sale would like to thank each and every one of you that chose to spend your Monday evening with us.  I hope you will have us back again real soon.  And special thanks to Virginia and all the hard working people from the City Of Whittier’s Community Services Department that made it all happen.   :)  Please keep in touch!  Hope to see you soon - Yard Sale  ps:  GREAT pics of this event can be viewed at:  http://s516.photobucket.com/albums/u325/mgtrumpet/

Check out Griff on CD Baby…

Long before he was the lead singer and guitar player of Yard Sale, Griff Hamlin was…and still is…one of the BEST blues guitar players around.  His skill is remarkable, and his song writing is refreshing.  Check him out at:  http://cdbaby.com/all/griff3

August 9th Sure To Be A Hit!

Hi Everyone!  Just a quick note to invite you to Java Joes on Saturday, August 9th beginning at 8pm.  We’re welcoming Laura’s brother, Rob Verdi, to the stage on tenor sax.  It’s always fun when he sits in.  Please stop by and say hello!