San Diego Band The Sines to Release Debut Album at Benefit Show

Frontman's home condemned, forcing band to quickly release album and organize fundraiser at Soda Bar.

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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The Sines, a local San Diego rock band, were in the middle of recording their debut album 'WARNING! SINES!' when the frontman, Dave Castaneda, had his rental home condemned due to structural issues. With Castaneda unable to access his home and belongings, including recording equipment, the band decided to release the album as-is and organize a benefit show at Soda Bar to help Castaneda get back on his feet.

Why it matters

The Sines' story highlights the challenges faced by local musicians trying to create art and build a following, especially when unexpected personal crises disrupt the creative process. The benefit show at Soda Bar demonstrates the tight-knit San Diego music community coming together to support one of their own during a difficult time.

The details

Castaneda had been recording the album in his home studio when city inspectors deemed the house an immediate safety threat and 'red-tagged' it, forcing Castaneda out. With most of his belongings, including recording gear, locked inside, Castaneda has been staying with his drummer and unable to complete the album as planned. The band decided to release the album as-is, with two songs missing, in order to have new music to play at the upcoming benefit show.

  • On January 23, Castaneda's rental home was condemned by city inspectors.
  • The benefit show at Soda Bar is scheduled for Thursday, February 19.

The players

The Sines

A local San Diego rock band that was in the middle of recording their debut album 'WARNING! SINES!' when the frontman's home was condemned.

Dave Castaneda

The frontman of The Sines, whose rental home was condemned, leaving him unable to access his belongings and complete the album as planned.

Wild Wild Wets

A long-standing alternative rock band in the San Diego music scene, who will be performing at the benefit show to support Castaneda.

Sunbendr

A local San Diego band that will also be performing at the benefit show to support Castaneda and The Sines.

91X

The San Diego alternative rock radio station that has been promoting the benefit show and The Sines' debut album release.

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What they’re saying

“Life imitating art.”

— Dave Castaneda, Frontman, The Sines (timesofsandiego.com)

“I just get to do what I love most to assist him during this mess.”

— Mike Turi, Vocals and keys, Wild Wild Wets (timesofsandiego.com)

“He [Castaneda] invited us into that spot and to see it get taken away is just a bummer.”

— Jacob Turnbloom, Frontman, Mrs. Magician (timesofsandiego.com)

What’s next

The Sines' benefit show at Soda Bar on Thursday, February 19 will feature performances by Wild Wild Wets and Sunbendr to help raise funds for Castaneda as he works to get back on his feet after his home was condemned.

The takeaway

The Sines' story highlights the challenges faced by local musicians, but also the strength of the San Diego music community to come together and support one of their own during difficult times. The benefit show at Soda Bar demonstrates the power of community and the resilience of artists who refuse to let unexpected obstacles derail their creative pursuits.