Our mission is simple: play the songs people love, and play them well!

About Midnight Curfew

A serene landscape featuring a sunset over a calm lake, surrounded by mountains and trees.

Our Story

Midnight Curfew is a five-piece cover band with a passion for great music. It was formed in early 2024 and is based in Newport Beach, California

Band Members:

Doreen Spriet - Lead Vocals, Rhythm Guitar

Ernie Vallejo - Lead Guitar and Vocals

Geoff Joynt - Drums

Brad Zenz - Bass

Helena Eriksson - Keyboards and Vocals

Band Photographer: Alex Eriksson

Artists we cover: Jefferson Airplane, Foreigner, Fleetwood Mac, Pat Benatar, Paramore, Journey, Aerosmith, Shocking Blue, Lady Gaga, Carrie Underwood, Neil Young, Cranberries, Green Day, Melissa Etheridge, Bad Company, Miley Cyrus, Alannah Myles, Kiss, Kansas, Heart, Bon Jovi, SuperTramp, Garbage, Stone Temple Pilots, Bryan Adams, Semisonic, Led Zeppelin, Alice in Chains, Hole, Adele, 4 Non-Blondes, Nickleback, Rolling Stones, ABBA, Smithereens, AC/DC, Linda Ronstadt, Tom Petty, Bush, CAKE, Michael Jackson, Labelle, Donna Summer, DNCE, Bruno Mars, Carol King, Audioslave, Weezer, Nicolette Larson, Santana, ‘Til Tuesday, The Cars.

YouTube Videos:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaj18cnD3hSlWjUh1PnMyri7hd45iChub

Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61563697812456

Capturing the Energy: Our Live Music Photo Gallery

Upcoming Shows and Past Performances

Upcoming Shows

May 31st, 2026 - BCYC, Newport Beach (Yacht Club members and guests only)

June 7th, 2026 - Upland Lemon Festival, Upland

June 13th, 2026 - Private Party, Newport Beach

June 21st, 2026 - Private Party, Newport Beach

August 15th, 2026 - Private Party, Corona

August 22nd, 2026 - OFR Community Party, Newport Beach

September 11th, 2026 - Newport Beach Tennis Club (members and guests only)

November 1st, 2026- Knoll’s Restaurant, Laguna Niguel - all are welcome!

December 6th, 2026 - CDM Christmas Walk - all welcome!

Past Performances

June 1, 2024 - Muldoon's Irish Pub, Newport Beach

July 26, 2024 - Daily Sports Grill, RSM

August 3, 2024 - Private Party, Newport Beach

September 21, 2024 - Private Party, RSM

October 5, 2024 - Muldoon’s, Newport Beach

December 8, 2024 - CDM Xmas Walk - The Place

December 13, 2024 - TTC of Newport Beach

February 7, 2025 - Tiki Bar, Costa Mesa

May 2, 2025 - Muldoon’s, Newport Beach

May 25, 2025 - Muldoon’s Newport Beach

June 22, 2025 - Private Party, Tustin

August 22, 2025 - BCYC, Newport Beach

August 29, 2025 - Private Party, Newport Beach

November 9, 2025 - Muldoon’s Newport Beach

December 7, 2025 - 2025 CDM Christmas Walk

February 27th, 2026 - Muldoon's Irish Pub, Newport Beach

March 6th, 2026 - The Elks Lodge, Newport Beach

April 10th, 2026 - The Elks Lodge, Newport Beach

Midnight Curfew - Recent Publications

Published in the March 2026 issue of The Newport Beach Living Magazine.

https://www.newportbeachlivingmagazine.com/articles/midnight-curfew-newport-beach

A sample of our music...

You guys absolutely crushed it!

Chris Wright, General Manager, Muldoon's Irish Pub

One of the best cover bands!

John Strauss

Midnight Curfew exceeded all expectations at my dad’s birthday party. Their professionalism and incredible musical talent shone through in every song, creating an unforgettable atmosphere. Not only are they amazing musicians, but their ability to connect with the audience was truly remarkable.

Andrea Fajardo

Contact Us

Contacting Midnight Curfew

(949) 292-3326 or gjoynt@gmail.com We are available to play private parties and functions. Our rate to perform is negotiable for 3 hours of great music! Please send us a note or give us a call if you’re interested in having us play for you! Thank