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SUMMARY:West Coast Blues Review
DESCRIPTION:Experience the West Coast Blues Revue at The Saloon\, San Francisco’s legendary blues venue\, where powerhouse performances light up the night. Led by Hal Petcher and featuring top Bay Area musicians like Chris Burns and Tim Wagar\, plus surprise guests\, this show delivers raw soulful blues with infectious energy. It’s the perfect midweek blues fix in an iconic historic setting—don’t miss it!
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/west-coast-blues-review-2-2/2026-08-21/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Katy Stephan
DESCRIPTION:Katy Stephan’s residency at Comstock Saloon turns the room into a small\, candlelit listening space. At the piano she blends jazz‑inflected originals with reimagined standards and art‑pop tunes\, her clear\, expressive voice sitting right on top of the clink of glassware and low conversation. It’s an intimate\, song‑forward set that feels equally at home as a soundscape for cocktails or as a close‑up performance for guests who want to lean in and really listen.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/kathy-stephan-2/2026-08-21/
LOCATION:Comstock Saloon\, 155 Columbus Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Oddity
DESCRIPTION:Oddity at The Grove features an Oakland-based singer-songwriter\, multi-instrumentalist\, producer\, and rapper whose work moves freely between jazz\, soul\, and boom-bap. A transfeminine first-generation Chinese American artist\, she brings a genre-defying sound shaped by her Oddisea series and appearances at SFJAZZ\, Oakland Chinatown Night Market\, and Unity Fest.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/oddity/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 690 Mission St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Magic School Busk
DESCRIPTION:The Magic School Busk holds weekly residency directly in front of The Red Window at the corner of Stockton and Columbus. This high‑energy busking collective has become one of North Beach’s unofficial “resident joy‑makers\,” blurring the line between band and audience as people pause\, sing along\, or dance on the sidewalk. Whether you are enjoying a gin tonic on the Red Window’s outdoor patio or just walking by with a cannoli in hand\, the Busk provides a genuine North Beach experience. \n\nAbout The Magic School Busk\nBorn from the city’s post-pandemic street-side revival\, The Magic School Busk is a collective of veteran Bay Area musicians dedicated to the art of public performance. They emphasize the acoustic and the authentic\, eschewing heavy amplification for the natural resonance of brass\, strings\, and woodwinds. Often featuring members from some of the city’s most popular jazz and swing outfits\, the “Busk” is celebrated for its ability to read a crowd and create a party out of thin air. They represent the best of San Francisco’s musical resilience—keeping the city’s culture loud\, proud\, and accessible to everyone on the street. \n 
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/magic-school-busk-2/2026-08-21/
LOCATION:Red Window\, 500 Columbus Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Chris Moss
DESCRIPTION:This Friday’s Happy Hour Gig at the Rite Spot \nChris Moss is a San Francisco Bay Area singer-songwriter whose music blends intimate acoustic performances\, emotionally driven rock\, and Americana influences. Drawing from personal experiences of resilience\, healing\, and self-discovery\, he delivers soulful originals and distinctive reinterpretations of classic songs with a raw\, story-focused approach. \nThere is no cover charge at the door. However\, a $12 minimum purchase per person is required during the live performances \n 
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/chis-moss/2026-08-21/
LOCATION:The Rite Spot\, 2099 Folsom Street at 17th Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Ron Vincent Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Ron Vincent Quartet at Mr. Tipples features Bruce Williamson on alto sax\, Ben Stolorow on piano\, Peter Barshay on bass\, and Ron Vincent on drums. A veteran of the New York jazz scene since 1982\, Vincent leads a seasoned Bay Area group built around fluid saxophone lines\, piano interplay\, and a swinging acoustic rhythm section \nTickets: $15-30
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/ron-vincent-quartet/
LOCATION:Mr. Tipples\, 39 Fell St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Jacknife
DESCRIPTION:Jacknife brings hard-hitting West Coast post-bop to The Deluxe as San Francisco saxophonist Steven Lugerner leads his formidable quintet through the music of jazz legend Jackie McLean — exploring tunes from McLean’s seminal early- and mid-1960s Blue Note albums Jacknife\, It’s Time\, Let Freedom Ring\, and New Soil with the creative heat and searing intensity the music demands. Joining Lugerner are trumpeter JJ Kirkpatrick\, pianist Richard Sears\, bassist Garret Lang\, and drummer Michael Mitchell — a collective that has toured internationally and bridged the New York City\, Los Angeles\, and San Francisco jazz scenes\, with credits ranging from Albert “Tootie” Heath and Fred Hersch to Wynton Marsalis\, Miguel Zenón\, and even Beyoncé and Louis CK.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/jack-knife/2026-08-21/
LOCATION:The Deluxe\, 1511 Haight Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94117\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Hipsteria
DESCRIPTION:Hipsteria is one of San Francisco’s favorite jazz\, soul and party bands! Members of Hipsteria have included some of music’s legendary musicians! \nFeaturing “Tender Tim” on drums and some vocals Hipsteria plays every Friday at Etcetera Wine bar.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/hipsteria-2/2026-08-21/
LOCATION:Etcetera Wine Bar\, 795 Valencia St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:The Jeffrey James Trio
DESCRIPTION:Jeffrey James Trio brings Bay Area electric blues to Biscuits and Blues\, led by guitarist and singer Jeffrey James Horan. After years as a sideman for John Lee Hooker Jr.—including performances on the Grammy-nominated albums Blues With a Vengeance and All Odds Against Me\, plus 2006’s Cold As Ice—Horan steps forward with original songs and deep blues repertoire driven by exposed\, guitar-centered trio interplay. \nTickets: $15-25
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/the-jeffrey-james-trio-6/
LOCATION:Biscuits & Blues\, 401 Mason Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T190000
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SUMMARY:Joe Farnsworth/Eric Alexander: Big Room QT
DESCRIPTION:Joe Farnsworth & Eric Alexander’s Big Room QT at Black Cat brings the respected jazz drummer to San Francisco for a three-night residency behind his latest album The Big Room. Born in South Hadley\, Massachusetts\, and shaped by mentors Alan Dawson and Arthur Taylor\, Farnsworth graduated from William Paterson University\, established himself quickly on the New York scene\, and has since performed and recorded with legends including Benny Golson\, Diana Krall\, Pharoah Sanders\, and McCoy Tyner across more than 500 recordings. He is also a bandleader\, an educator at William Paterson\, and an internationally recognized clinician\, and he is joined here by saxophonist Eric Alexander\, bassist Michael Zisman\, and pianist Matt Clark.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/joe-farnsworth-eric-alexander-big-room-qt/2026-08-21/1/
LOCATION:Black Cat Jazz Supper Club\, 400 Eddy St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T190000
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SUMMARY:Kenny Washington Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Keys Jazz Bistro favorite Kenny Washington always brings concert thrills and spills to Keys. Don’t miss out on one of our very own world class bay area artists!Kenny Washington has thrilled audiences across the globe with his soulful interpretations\, seemingly limitless range\, and inventive scatting. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area\, Washington appeared in 2013 with Wynton Marsalis and The Jazz At Lincoln Center Orchestra\, alongside vocalists Gregory Porter and Paula West.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/kenny-washington-quartet-6/2026-08-21/
LOCATION:Keys Jazz Bistro\, 498 Broadway\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Ron Vincent Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Ron Vincent Quartet at Mr. Tipples features Bruce Williamson on alto sax\, Ben Stolorow on piano\, Peter Barshay on bass\, and Ron Vincent on drums. A veteran of the New York jazz scene since 1982\, Vincent leads a seasoned Bay Area group built around fluid saxophone lines\, piano interplay\, and a swinging acoustic rhythm section \nTickets: $15-30
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/ron-vincent-quartet-2/
LOCATION:Mr. Tipples\, 39 Fell St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T213000
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SUMMARY:Scott Foster Quartet
DESCRIPTION:The Scott Foster Quartet is a jazz ensemble led by San Francisco-based guitarist and educator Scott Foster. \nJim Peterson\, saxophone;\nScott Foster\, guitar;\nDan Seamans\, bass;\nTom Hasset\, drums
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/scott-foster-quartet/2026-08-21/
LOCATION:Bird & Beckett\, 653 Cheney St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94131\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T223000
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SUMMARY:Barbara Gainer
DESCRIPTION:Barbara Gainer is a multi-talented San Francisco vocalist and radio personality appearing at Sheba Piano Lounge. She specializes in sophisticated blues and classic jazz\, blending powerful blues numbers with timeless standards and delivering them with a warm\, commanding vocal style shaped by decades of musical immersion. A longtime DJ on KPOO 89.5 FM\, she brings deep knowledge of “grown folks’ music” to her live sets\, making her performances at Sheba a soulful\, roots-rich soundtrack for an elegant night in the Fillmore.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/barbara-gainer-2/2026-08-21/
LOCATION:Sheba Piano Lounge\, 1419 Filmore St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T200000
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SUMMARY:Andean and Latin World Music Night
DESCRIPTION:Two-time Latin Grammy nominee Eddy Navia and Quentin Navia are joined by master violinist Georges Lammam\, dancers and dancing. \nTheir performances blend the charango (a traditional ten-string instrument)\, haunting sounds of panpipes (zampoñas) and notched flutes (kena) with high-energy rhythms. \nYou don’t need a plane ticket to experience a “little piece of South American carnaval\,” dedicated to the spirit of Mother Earth (Pachamama). \nPeña Pachamama serves an entirely plant-based and gluten-free menu. Highlights include Bolivian specialties like organic kale and quinoa salads\, alongside raw and cooked vegan entrees.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/andean-and-latin-world-music-night/2026-08-21/
LOCATION:Peña Pachamama\, 1630 Powell St\, San Francisco\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Marissa McLain Trio
DESCRIPTION:Marissa McLain Trio at Stookey’s Blue Room features an emerging San Francisco jazz vocalist celebrated for her warm\, rich voice and deep sense of swing. Drawing on the Great American Songbook\, she brings curiosity\, respect for tradition\, and influences ranging from Ella Fitzgerald and Nancy Wilson to Cécile McLorin Salvant.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/marissa-mclain-trio/
LOCATION:Stookey’s Blue Room\, 891 Bush St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T230000
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SUMMARY:Gaucho Jazz
DESCRIPTION:Gaucho is a masterful Bay Area band that combines the influence of gypsy jazz of 1930’s Europe with the rhythmic drive and collective improvisation of New Orleans swing music\, gutbucket blues and elements of ragtime. Their sound\, a uniquely American concoction\, blends instrumental acuity and lighthearted humor that keep their audience coming back for more. As founder\, guitarist\, and main composer Dave Ricketts says\, the band is “in love with the music of Louis Armstrong\, Fats Waller and Jimmie Rodgers\, as well as the stories\, the life styles and the foot steps of hundreds of other great jazz\, blues\, country and rock musicians that created the sound of American Music from roughly 1900-1950’s” \nGaucho has recorded eight albums\, tours regularly\, and has an increasing repertoire of over forty original tunes. Seven of their tunes are featured in the 2012 film “Trattoria”; one was chosen by the Metropolitan Museum of Art for their website; and another is featured in the outtakes section of the Pixar DVD CARS 2. In 2018\, Gaucho got a song in the Hollywood Movie “Destination Wedding” starring Keanu Reeves and Winona Ryder. And two of Dave’s own compositions will be placed in a New York City based indie film\, “Stationed at Home\,” in 2022. \nLed by eminent guitarist\, Dave Ricketts\, the group has been a San Francisco mainstay for nearly twenty years\, and one of the busiest bands in the bay area playing 5 to 10 gigs a week. Together with virtuosos Rob Reich–accordion and Craig Venetresco–guitar\, superlative bassist Ari Munkres\, the honorable Leon Oakley–cornet\, and versatile percussionist Steve Apple\, these guys keep crowds moving with their beats and complex rhythms.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/gaucho-jazz/2026-08-21/
LOCATION:Comstock Saloon\, 155 Columbus Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Rotating Bands at the Lion’s Den
DESCRIPTION:Experience the resurgence of San Francisco’s historic Chinatown nightlife at the Lion’s Den.  Tucked away on Wentworth Place\, this bi-level lounge and performance space blends modern cocktail culture with the East meets West spirit of the Chinatown’s golden age. Every week\, the venue transforms into a unique destination for live music\, featuring a rotating roster of the city’s up and coming funk\, soul\, and R&B ensembles. \nThe Sound: From 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM\, the stage belongs to a curated selection of live bands. The rotation frequently features bands such as Mark Maiden\, Funky Sound Experience\, Jay Neal\, The Groove Foundation\, Baycoin Beats\, and Git With It. Whether it’s deep-pocket funk or smooth contemporary soul\, the music is designed to bridge the gap between a sophisticated lounge set and a packed dance floor. \nThe Atmosphere: The design features plush velvet banquettes\, historic photography\, and dim\, moody lighting. It is a space built for “adult” nightlife—where you can enjoy an Asian-inspired craft cocktail during the live set before the room transitions to a high-energy DJ vibe after 11:00 PM. \nThe Experience: The Lion’s Den is a rare “no cover” gem in the heart of the city\, offering world-class musicianship in an intimate\, stylish setting. It is a place to rediscover the “cool” of Chinatown while supporting the next generation of San Francisco’s musical talent. \n\nA Legacy Reclaimed\nThe Lion’s Den occupies a legendary footprint in San Francisco history. In the 1940s and 50s\, Chinatown was a global nightlife epicenter\, home to iconic clubs like the Forbidden City. The current venue at 57 Wentworth Place was once the site of Dragon A Go Go\, a 1960s hotspot that kept the neighborhood buzzing during the height of the San Francisco counterculture. After decades of relative quiet due to changing zoning laws\, the reopening of The Lion’s Den in 2021 marked the first new nightclub to open in Chinatown in nearly 40 years. Today\, it stands as a cultural bridge\, honoring the glamour of the “Harlem of the West” era while providing a vital modern stage for Asian-American artists and the local creative community.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/live-music-at-the-lions-den-2-2/2026-08-21/
LOCATION:Lion’s Den\, 57 Wentworth Pl\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T235900
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260802T193104Z
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SUMMARY:Fog City Swing
DESCRIPTION:Ladies and Gentemen\, introducing Fog City Swing! The bay area’s newest and hottest swing band featuring an electrifying three horn front line\, stellar crooning vocals\, and a swing till you drop rhythm section. This seven piece ensemble will transport you to the 1940’s\, it is truly the world’s smallest big band! \nFog City Swing is co-led by saxophonist Greg Johnson and trumpeter Daniel Herrera.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/fog-city-swing/2026-08-21/
LOCATION:Dawn Club\, 10 Annie St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T230000
DTSTAMP:20260818T183129Z
CREATED:20260818T183129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T183129Z
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SUMMARY:Lavay Smith\, Brad Leali & Chris Siebert
DESCRIPTION:Experience an intimate evening of soulful jazz\, blues\, and swing at the Royal Cuckoo Organ Lounge — featuring Lavay Smith (Vocals)\,  Brad Leali on alto saxophone\, and Chris Siebert on Hammond organ\, three veteran San Francisco-based jazz musicians and longtime collaborators most notably known as members of the Lavay Smith & Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers 8-piece band\, where they have played together for decades.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/lavay-smith-brad-leali-chris-siebert/
LOCATION:Royal Cuckoo Organ Lounge\, 3202 Mission St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T233000
DTSTAMP:20260820T035131Z
CREATED:20260106T230543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T035131Z
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SUMMARY:Kamrin Ortiz & His Knock Outs
DESCRIPTION:Kamrin Ortiz brings his six piece band to Local Edition with his 1940’s and 50’s style Rhythm & Blues and Jazz originals.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/kamrin-ortiz-his-knock-outs/2026-08-21/
LOCATION:Local Edition\, 691 Market St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T220000
DTSTAMP:20260819T034416Z
CREATED:20260618T010438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T034416Z
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SUMMARY:Lee Vilensky Trio
DESCRIPTION:Appearing at the Rite Spot\, the Lee Vilensky Trio is a strictly instrumental trio from the San Francisco Bay Area\, led by musician and composer Lee Vilensky. The group is known for creating cinematic\, retro-inspired instrumental music that blends elements of jazz\, surf\, blues\, R&B\, lounge\, spy-soul sound\, and Latin influences.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/lee-vilensky-trio/2026-08-21/
LOCATION:The Rite Spot\, 2099 Folsom Street at 17th Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T220000
DTSTAMP:20260819T195310Z
CREATED:20260819T195310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T195310Z
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SUMMARY:Kutting Korners
DESCRIPTION:Kutting Korners at Mr. Tipples pays tribute to the landmark San Francisco club Keystone Korner and the celebrated live jazz recordings made there from 1970 to 1983. The sextet features Max Ehrhardt on trumpet\, Gus Hurteau on vibraphone\, Richard Howell on tenor saxophone\, Hannah Mayer on piano\, Isaac Coyle on bass\, and Miles Turk on drums. \nTickets: $15-30
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/kutting-korners/
LOCATION:Mr. Tipples\, 39 Fell St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T223000
DTSTAMP:20260808T233221Z
CREATED:20260226T021127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T233221Z
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SUMMARY:Tony Lindsay
DESCRIPTION:Tony Lindsay brings eleven Grammy Awards and a quarter century of world-class experience to Keys Jazz Bistro — the powerhouse vocalist who served as lead singer for Santana from the iconic Supernatural (1999) through Multi-Dimensional Warrior (2008)\, logging countless world tours\, Grammy Show performances\, and a legendary Super Bowl XXXVII appearance alongside Beyoncé. Now stepping fully into the spotlight as a solo artist\, Lindsay continues to build on a solo catalog that includes Different Moods (1995)\, The Message is Love (1997)\, Memoirs (2014)\, and his most recent project Something Beautiful — an evening with Tony Lindsay is nothing short of a master class in soul\, power\, and presence.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/tony-lindsay-2/2026-08-21/
LOCATION:Keys Jazz Bistro\, 498 Broadway\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260822T010000
DTSTAMP:20260701T215905Z
CREATED:20251008T210056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T215905Z
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SUMMARY:Cougar Unleashed
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to hit the dance floor as Cougar Unleashed brings the best of the Bay Area’s funky soul and R&B to Tupelo. Led by the charismatic Rhonda “Cougar” Crouch\, this powerhouse ensemble is known for its high-octane party band energy and a setlist that spans from soulful deep-cuts to classic rock anthems. This is North Beach nightlife at its peak—loud\, sweaty\, and impossible to sit still for. \nThe Sound: Cougar Unleashed delivers a funky\, soulful edge to everything they touch. Their repertoire is a high-energy mix of Neo-Soul\, R&B\, Funk\, and Rock. Expect everything from soaring Aretha Franklin-style vocals to hard-hitting covers of AC/DC\, all backed by a rhythm section that prioritizes the get down. \nThe “Cougar” Power: Frontwoman Rhonda Crouch (voted Bay Area Idol 2012) is a contralto force of nature. Her commanding stage presence and versatile vocal range allow the band to pivot effortlessly between ballads and thundering rock-and-roll. \nThe Full Party Experience: The night kicks off at 9:00 PM with DJ Van (or guest DJs like Kevey Kev)\, who sets the vibe with breaks and hip-hop before the band takes over at 10:00 PM. Get there early—Tupelo is a North Beach staple that frequently reaches capacity on Friday nights. \nNo Cover: In keeping with Tupelo’s mission of keeping live music accessible\, there is no cover charge for this show. It’s an elite musical experience right on Grant Avenue with no barriers to entry. \n\nAbout Cougar Unleashed\nFormed in 2013 by Rhonda “Cougar” Crouch and veteran bassist Warren Anthony\, Cougar Unleashed has become one of Northern California’s most sought-after party and festival bands. Known for their “unleashed” energy and technical prowess\, the group has headlined major events like the Campbell Oktoberfest and the East Palo Alto Blues Festival. Whether they are performing as a stripped-down duo or a full powerhouse ensemble\, their mission is simple: tell the stories of life through a sound that is unapologetically melodic\, soulful\, and funky.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/cougar-unleashed-3/2026-08-21/
LOCATION:Tupelo\, 1337 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260822T020000
DTSTAMP:20260819T194001Z
CREATED:20260819T194001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T194001Z
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SUMMARY:Sean Leahy
DESCRIPTION:Sean Leahy brings his soulful\, gritty guitar playing and vocals to the Black Cat Jazz Supper Club . A Bay Area fixture for three decades\, Leahy has performed and toured with Guitarmageddon\, the Kofy Brown Band\, Boomshanka\, Four Year Bender\, and London Street\, creating a guitar-forward sound that draws on Southern rock\, heavy blues\, funk\, and soul.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/sean-leahy/
LOCATION:Black Cat Jazz Supper Club\, 400 Eddy St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T230000
DTSTAMP:20260819T193336Z
CREATED:20260819T193336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T193336Z
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SUMMARY:Joe Farnsworth/Eric Alexander: Big Room QT
DESCRIPTION:Joe Farnsworth & Eric Alexander’s Big Room QT at Black Cat brings the respected jazz drummer to San Francisco for a three-night residency behind his latest album The Big Room. Born in South Hadley\, Massachusetts\, and shaped by mentors Alan Dawson and Arthur Taylor\, Farnsworth graduated from William Paterson University\, established himself quickly on the New York scene\, and has since performed and recorded with legends including Benny Golson\, Diana Krall\, Pharoah Sanders\, and McCoy Tyner across more than 500 recordings. He is also a bandleader\, an educator at William Paterson\, and an internationally recognized clinician\, and he is joined here by saxophonist Eric Alexander\, bassist Michael Zisman\, and pianist Matt Clark.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/joe-farnsworth-eric-alexander-big-room-qt/2026-08-21/2/
LOCATION:Black Cat Jazz Supper Club\, 400 Eddy St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T235000
DTSTAMP:20260814T182434Z
CREATED:20260814T182434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T182434Z
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SUMMARY:Barrio Manouche
DESCRIPTION:Barrio Manouche at The Deluxe is an international acoustic ensemble founded by Spanish guitarist and composer Javi Jiménez\, blending jazz manouche\, modern jazz\, flamenco\, and Latin American rhythms. With musicians from Spain\, Quebec\, Colombia\, France\, Brazil\, and the U.S.\, plus dancer Fanny Ara\, the group delivers original music with a vivid\, cross-cultural live presence.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/barrio-manouche-2/
LOCATION:The Deluxe\, 1511 Haight Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94117\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260822T013000
DTSTAMP:20260809T000733Z
CREATED:20251101T193636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260809T000733Z
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SUMMARY:Marshall Law
DESCRIPTION:Marshall Law plays blues\, rock\, country\, and some good ole classic soul music to please at the Saloon. \nThe San Francisco-based Marshall Law Band\, led by Samuel Marshall\, is a powerhouse blues and roots rock band known for their high-energy live shows. With a mix of soulful vocals\, gritty guitar\, and tight rhythms\, they electrify crowds at iconic venues like The Saloon and Tupelo\, delivering unforgettable performances steeped in classic blues tradition \nPranav Gokhale – Keyboard\nJim Nelson – Drums\nSamuel Marshall – Guitar/Vocals\nRay Manina – Bass
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/marshall-law-7/2026-08-21/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T223000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T233000
DTSTAMP:20260819T195439Z
CREATED:20260819T195439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T195439Z
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SUMMARY:Kutting Korners
DESCRIPTION:Kutting Korners at Mr. Tipples pays tribute to the landmark San Francisco club Keystone Korner and the celebrated live jazz recordings made there from 1970 to 1983. The sextet features Max Ehrhardt on trumpet\, Gus Hurteau on vibraphone\, Richard Howell on tenor saxophone\, Hannah Mayer on piano\, Isaac Coyle on bass\, and Miles Turk on drums. \nTickets: $15-30
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/kutting-korners-2/
LOCATION:Mr. Tipples\, 39 Fell St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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