MUSIC SERIES: OFF THE AIR – Affectionately w/ Marika Christine & Dogpatch

Off The Air is Modesto’s homegrown indie music series, bringing touring and local artists together in an intimate downtown setting. Since 2005, the shows have been all-ages and centered on creating genuine connections between musicians and audiences. Off The Air is excited to continue that tradition with this series of Friday shows at Prospect Theater Project. Get ready to hear great music, discover new voices, and be part of a community that values live performance.

AFFECTIONATELY

Affectionately is the project of Californian musician Zachary Elsasser, known for his work with Jay Som and for finding beauty in raw honesty. What began in 2015 after the end of his band Summer Peaks turned into a deeply personal outlet first captured on his debut album  i spend most of my time in my room. Recorded on GarageBand with a single microphone, the songs carry a kind of vulnerability and imperfection that feels refreshingly real.

His upcoming record, Then This Happens (out October 3, 2025), is the result of five years of experiments, self-reflection, and moments he once thought he would never share. It is a collection of songs that started as private sketches, sometimes silly, sometimes heavy, but always true. Now, free from the pressure that weighed on their creation, Elsasser is letting them breathe, offering listeners a glimpse into the way he makes sense of constant change. Affectionately’s music drifts between bedroom pop, indie, psych pop, and folk.