Jazz Music Bands/Local Musicians
Amelie 1754 Polk St, San Francisco, CA, United States
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Benny Amon Trio
Stookey’s Blue Room 891 Bush St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesBenny Amon brings the vibrant, emotional sounds of classic jazz trios to Stookey's Blue Room — a San Francisco-based bandleader and sideman who specializes in the rich piano trio traditions of the 1930s through 50s, drawing on the music of Ahmad Jamal, Erroll Garner, Art Tatum, Clarence Profit, and many more. Joining him are two...
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Katy Stephan
Comstock Saloon 155 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA, United StatesKathy Stephan brings torch songs, swing standards, and a touch of twang to the Comstock Saloon’s polished‑but‑raucous barroom. Her voice leans into the room’s natural reverb, floating over brushed drums, piano, and upright bass while cocktails clink and the lights stay low. Expect classic tunes, a few deep‑cut surprises, and the kind of between‑song banter...
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Rotating Bands at the Lion’s Den
Lion's Den 57 Wentworth Pl, San Francisco, CA, United StatesExperience 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...
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Live Jazz
Paris 75 515 Broadway, San Francisco, CA, United StatesParis 75’s rotating jazz bands turn this corner of North Beach into a little slice of the Left Bank. Each week a different small ensemble—trios, quartets, and vocal groups—leans into swing, standards, and café‑style jazz that pairs naturally with wine, cocktails, charcuterie, and late‑night conversation. The vibe is intimate and unhurried: close‑up solos, brushed drums,...
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Dirty Works Jazz Jam
Paris 75 515 Broadway, San Francisco, CA, United StatesThe Dirty Works Jazz Band brings its signature jam session to Paris 75 every 1st Thursday at Paris 75. Led by upright bassist Kyle Finley, these "Dirty Works & Friends" nights transform the North Beach venue into a buzzing jazz laboratory. Far from a casual background set, this is a professional performance environment where the...
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Adam Klipple Soul Jazz Quintet
Dawn Club 10 Annie St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesAdam Klipple, who has been described as "a standout pianist who has gone to school on McCoy Tyner and Cecil Taylor and earned his degree," plays piano, Hammond organ, sampler, and a variety of vintage keyboards. He currently is a member of the legendary jazz rock band Blood, Sweat & Tears. He also currently performs...
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Mitch Polzak & The Royal Deuces
Local Edition 691 Market St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesRockabilly and 60’s country music with the religious fervor of Jerry Lee Lewis and Johnny Cash and delivers a Honky Tonk ballad with the sincerity of Merle Haggard and Waylon Jennings.
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Maralisa & The Starlight Martinis
Mr. Tipples 39 Fell St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesMaralisa & The Starlight Martinis is a San Francisco-based jazz quartet led by vocalist Maralisa Simmons-Cook. The group is known for a repertoire that blends classic jazz standards, bossa nova, and throwback soul, drawing inspiration from vocal icons like Nina Simone and Julie London.
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Howard Wiley
Keys Jazz Bistro 498 Broadway, San Francisco, CA, United StatesHoward Wiley presents a celebration of soul-jazz, funk, gospel, and R&B steeped in West Coast flavor at Keys Jazz Bistro combining hard-driving originals with a funkified selection of classics. Wiley has been a standout on the Bay Area music scene since he was a teenager in the mid-1990s, and he’s taken on the mantle of...
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Johnny Z and the Camaros
Tupelo 1337 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA, United StatesWitness a true piece of San Francisco musical history as Johnny Z and the Camaros take the stage at Tupelo. If you’ve spent any time in the city’s jazz and rock circuits over the last few decades, you likely know this band; they famously served as the house band for the legendary Gold Dust Lounge...
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VIBE RIGHT! ft. AZKIA, ELBEETZ +
Boom Boom Room 1601 Filmore St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesVIBE RIGHT! This soul party showcases native SF and Bay Area musician talent Live and Old School... crossing Hip-hop, R&B, and a fusion of Jazz and Funk musical genres. In addition to the unforgettable live musical performances you won’t want to miss. The dance floor will be grooving all night ... lit! So...Pull up, Get...
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Patterns Fly: Andy Coe + D’Vonne Lewis + Galen Clark
Black Cat Jazz Supper Club 400 Eddy St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesSeattle based guitarist Andy Coe (ACB, Skerik Band, McTuff) and drummer D'Vonne Lewis (Digable Planets, McTuff, Industrial Revelation) join forces with Portland keyboardist Galen Clark (Outer Orbit, Trio Subtonic, Sleater-Kinney) for a blend of pocket heavy organ trio funk and psychedelic mind bending groove music. The resulting sound fuses high energy synth bass heavy funk...
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Eugene Huggins
The Saloon 1232 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA, United StatesEugene Huggins brings harmonica-led blues to The Saloon in North Beach with his band featuring Steve Hazlewood on bass, Felix Bannon on guitar, and Robi Bean on drums. The group draws on Huggins’ long Bay Area experience, including his early work fronting The Casuals and backing blues figures such as Buddy Guy and Junior Wells...
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Lisa Kindred Band
The Saloon 1232 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA, United StatesThe Lisa Kindred Band carries on the spirit and repertoire of beloved Mill Valley–based blues, folk, and rock singer Lisa Kindred, whose roots stretch from the 1960s Greenwich Village folk scene to decades shaping the Bay Area blues community. At The Saloon, the band keeps her legacy alive with sets steeped in classic blues, roots,...
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Katy Stephan
Comstock Saloon 155 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA, United StatesKaty 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...
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Victoria Sol
Specs' Twelve Adler Museum Cafe 12 Saroyan Pl, San Francisco, CA, United StatesVictoria Sol is a Cuban-American artist, vocalist, and songwriter based between Miami and San Francisco. She is currently collaborating with East Bay jazz musicians on a new project inspired by their shared love of improvisation, storytelling, and worldbuilding through sound. Come enjoy her folk/jazz set as part of North Beach First Fridays!
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Gaea Shell & Scott Foster
Biordi Art Imports 412 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA, United StatesGaea Schell and Scott Foster perform at Biordi Art Imports, bringing jazz to North Beach First Fridays. Join them for an engaging performance that blends Schell’s mastery of flute, piano, and vocals with Foster’s expressive guitar playing. Experience a night of sophisticated jazz, rich harmonies, and Latin-inspired rhythms, making for a memorable musical event at...
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Ned Boynton & Friends
Caffe Trieste 601 Vallejo St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesExperience the unique sound of San Francisco-based guitarist and educator, Ned Boynton. Recognized in Scott Yanow's book, “The Great Jazz Guitarists the Ultimate Guide”, Ned brings a distinctive and highly respected approach to the instrument. His impressive career includes performances with jazz legends like Les Paul, Bucky Pizzarelli, Howard Alden, and Bruce Forman, showcasing his...
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Magic School Busk
Red Window 500 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA, United StatesThe 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...
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Jaycie Grady Quintet
Mr. Tipples 39 Fell St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesThe Jaycie Grady Quintet is a San Francisco-based jazz ensemble led by drummer Jaycie (JC) Grady. The Jaycie Grady Quintet primarily plays contemporary jazz. Their style is rooted in traditional jazz fundamentals but incorporates modern elements and diverse instrumentation, such as the violin. Jaycie Grady: Drums Leela Paymai: Bass Julian Lopez: Piano Nathan Sariowan: Violin Ethan Buck: Alto Saxophone
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Hipsteria
Etcetera Wine Bar 795 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesHipsteria is one of San Francisco’s favorite jazz, soul and party bands! Members of Hipsteria have included some of music’s legendary musicians! Featuring “Tender Tim” on drums and some vocals Hipsteria plays every Friday at Etcetera Wine bar.
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Vince Lateano Trio
Sweetie's Art Bar 475 Francisco St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesJoin us at Sweetie’s Art Bar for an unforgettable night with the Vince Lateano Trio! Experience the masterful jazz drumming of Vince Lateano, a San Francisco jazz legend who has played alongside icons like Cal Tjader and Stan Getz. The trio brings a lively mix of classic and contemporary jazz in an intimate setting that’s...
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M’sippi Slide
Biscuits & Blues 401 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA, United StatesMississippi Slide delivers raw, soulful blues with gritty guitar, deep grooves, and roots tradition—music that moves bodies and hearts live.
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Valeriana Q & The Swinging Gatos
Otherwise Brewing 1402 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA, United StatesVibe: Modern Speakeasy | Gypsy Jazz | Gluten-Free Groove Kick off your North Beach First Friday with a trip to Otherwise Brewing, San Francisco’s premier gluten-free taproom. This evening features the vintage jazzy sounds of Valeriana Q & The Swinging Gatos, bringing a touch of Paris-style swing to the heart of the neighborhood. The Artists...
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