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RepliKaty Rocks Long Beach

Pop music fans in Long Beach were treated to an unforgettable spectacle as RepliKaty, the high-energy Katy Perry tribute band, performed to a sold-out crowd. The show, held at long-standing bastion of live music The Gaslamp, transported fans through Perry’s most iconic hits, from the glitter-drenched “Teenage Dream” to the empowering “Roar.” With dazzling visuals, elaborate costume changes, and flawless vocals, RepliKaty captured the essence of a Katy Perry concert while adding their own signature flair. The audience, packed with devoted fans singing along to every word, danced the night away beneath a rainbow of lights and confetti.

Adding a unique twist to the evening was bassist Danny Knapp, who took on the beloved persona of “Left Shark,” famously known from Perry’s Super Bowl halftime performance. Knapp’s performance was both musically tight and theatrically hilarious, donning the blue shark head while effortlessly grooving through “California Gurls”. His playful stage antics and solid basslines had the crowd roaring with delight. The combination of nostalgia, showmanship, and musical precision made RepliKaty’s Long Beach performance a celebration of pop culture at its finest.

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RepliKaty (formerly Prizmatic)

RepliKaty—originally launched under the name Prizmatic—is a high-energy tribute to the music and visual spectacle of Katy Perry. Evolving from its early lineup and creative concept, the band adopted the name RepliKaty to better reflect its focus on authentically recreating Katy Perry’s signature sound, vibrant aesthetic, and larger-than-life pop production.

Throughout both eras of the project, Danny Knapp has served as the band’s bassist, bringing polished pop sensibility and dynamic low-end support to every performance. His ability to shift seamlessly between dance-pop, rock-infused anthems, and acoustic-leaning arrangements helps capture the versatility of Katy Perry’s catalog while keeping each show energetic and tightly executed.

Today, RepliKaty continues to build on what began during the Prizmatic period, delivering a polished tribute experience that blends precise musicality, powerful vocals, and colorful stage presentation. Danny’s role in the band remains central, providing a rhythmic foundation that drives the live arrangements and supports the group’s vibrant, high-production performances.

Fans can explore Danny’s work across other projects on the Projects page, watch performance clips in the Videos section, and view photo highlights in Photos.