Modesto, CA
Music connected to Modesto
About Modesto
- • George Lucas, the creator of Star Wars, was raised in Modesto, California.
- • The Gallo family established their wine empire in Modesto, shaping the region's identity.
- • Irrigated agriculture, starting in the late 1800s, transformed Modesto into a farming hub.
- • Modesto was once considered as a location for a major Hollywood studio.
- • The Great Depression significantly impacted Modesto's agricultural economy.
- • Named after William Ralston refused to have it named after him in 1870.
- • With over 218,000 people, it's larger than Reno, Nevada.
- • Sitting at 89 feet, it's slightly higher than the average San Francisco hill.
- • Agriculture remains central, with dairy and almond production as key employers.
- • A quiet, hard-working atmosphere permeates, reflecting the region's agricultural roots.
- • The San Jose Sharks are the closest NHL team, winning multiple division titles.
- • Gregori High School has produced several Division 1 athletes in football and baseball.
Artists From Modesto
Apparition Gauntlet
Carol Neblett
Death Warmed Over
Depswa
Flying Blind
Gary W. Smith
Grandaddy
Harve Presnell
James Algar
James Broughton
Jason Lytle
Jeremy Renner
Joseph Meyer
Josh Saldate
Lee Hildebrand
Los Humildes
Los Humildes de Rudy Flores
Los Humildes Hnos. Ayala
Nick Bassett
Obolus
Shane Minor
Steve Forrest
Songs About Modesto
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Apparition Gauntlet
Carol Neblett
Death Warmed Over
Depswa
Flying Blind
Gary W. Smith
Grandaddy
Harve Presnell
James Algar
James Broughton
Jason Lytle
Jeremy Renner
Joseph Meyer
Josh Saldate
Lee Hildebrand
Los Humildes
Los Humildes Hnos. Ayala
Los Humildes de Rudy Flores
Nick Bassett
Obolus
Shane Minor
Steve Forrest
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