The Alexandra Rieloff Trio is a jazz ensemble appearing at Hunt & Gather, led by Brooklyn-born Chilean vocalist Alexandra Rieloff, with Mark Holzinger on guitar and Rob Bassinette on bass. Drawing on the Great American Songbook alongside bossa nova and bolero influences rooted in her Latin American heritage, Rieloff brings a cinematic, emotionally textured approach to jazz standards that is both globally inspired and deeply personal.
Hipsteria 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.
Frankie and the Pool Boys bring sun-soaked, reverb-drenched good times to The Deluxe — this instrumental surf combo has been riding the wave since 2009, logging hundreds of shows and touring Europe twice, as well as Mexico and Japan. Headliners at the legendary Surfer Joe Festival in Livorno, Italy and the Baja Surf Stomp in Mexico, they have four CDs of original material on Double Crown Records and two vinyl singles on Hi-Tide Recordings to their name. Whether playing it cool in a tiki bar or cranking it up at a festival, Frankie and the Pool Boys always deliver big smiles […]
Otto Junior at Biscuits & Blues introduces the rising Norwegian guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter, whose fiery playing, soulful voice, and dynamic stage presence have made him one of Scandinavia’s most promising young Blues artists. A recipient of the Norwegian Blues Union’s 2025 Young Artist Scholarship and a Gibson Generation Group selection, Junior has toured Europe and Asia, appeared alongside artists including Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, Little Steven, Mike Zito, and Kid Andersen, and fronts a road-tested band with bassist Jacob Theis and drummer Ola Grindbakken. Two Shows: 6:30pm and 9pm Tickets: $20-50
Stacy Dillard & Josh Evans 5tet at Black Cat bring a powerhouse frontline to San Francisco for a four-night run of hard-swinging, real-time modern jazz. Saxophonist Stacy Dillard is known for a rich, commanding tone that pianist Eric Reed has called "a true improviser," with Roy Hargrove praising him as "a one-of-a-kind musician"; trumpeter Josh Evans brings a voice shaped by the lineage of Jackie McLean, Rashied Ali, Benny Golson, Cedar Walton, Christian McBride, Roy Hargrove, Gregory Porter, and T.S. Monk. Together they lead a quintet built for sharp interplay and late-night jazz energy.
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.
Two-time Latin Grammy nominee Eddy Navia and Quentin Navia are joined by master violinist Georges Lammam, dancers and dancing. Their performances blend the charango (a traditional ten-string instrument), haunting sounds of panpipes (zampoñas) and notched flutes (kena) with high-energy rhythms. You don’t need a plane ticket to experience a "little piece of South American carnaval," dedicated to the spirit of Mother Earth (Pachamama). Peña 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.
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 […]
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. The 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, […]
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! Fog City Swing is co-led by saxophonist Greg Johnson and trumpeter Daniel Herrera.
Martin Luther McCoy at Keys Jazz Bistro features the San Francisco–born singer, guitarist, songwriter, producer, actor, and former SFJAZZ Collective vocalist, performing his self-defined “Rebel Soul” music. Raised on church hymns, Funk, Soul, R&B, Hip-Hop, and Rock, McCoy’s raspy tenor, dynamic guitar playing, and socially conscious writing create a border-crossing sound informed by Prince, Stevie Wonder, Sly Stone, Bob Marley, Joni Mitchell, D’Angelo, and Kendrick Lamar. He has toured with The Roots, performed with artists including Jill Scott, Dave Matthews, and the Red Hot Chili Peppers, and appeared as “JoJo” in Julie Taymor’s Across the Universe; his Keys appearance celebrates his […]
Stacy Dillard & Josh Evans 5tet at Black Cat bring a powerhouse frontline to San Francisco for a four-night run of hard-swinging, real-time modern jazz. Saxophonist Stacy Dillard is known for a rich, commanding tone that pianist Eric Reed has called "a true improviser," with Roy Hargrove praising him as "a one-of-a-kind musician"; trumpeter Josh Evans brings a voice shaped by the lineage of Jackie McLean, Rashied Ali, Benny Golson, Cedar Walton, Christian McBride, Roy Hargrove, Gregory Porter, and T.S. Monk. Together they lead a quintet built for sharp interplay and late-night jazz energy.
Cosmo Alleycats bring their refreshingly old fashioned sound to The Deluxe — a San Francisco favorite since 2010, led by jazz vocalist Emily Day, whom critic Scott Yanow calls "one...
Craig Caffall performs at The Saloon. He is a seasoned singer, songwriter, and guitarist with a rich musical career spanning over five decades. Born in the Bay Area and raised between the U.S. and Mexico, he captivates audiences with his bilingual performances blending blues, swamp rock, Latin, and funk influences. He has toured extensively with legendary artists like Maria Muldaur and Shana Morrison, delivering soulful, energetic shows that combine showmanship and heartfelt storytelling. Craig and his band, The Craig Caffall Band, offer a vibrant roots-driven sound loved across the Bay Area and beyond.
Kevin Person Jr. has been captivating audiences with his piano artistry for over two decades. His journey began with a spark of inspiration, ignited by jazz, when his father encouraged...
Transport yourself to the Rive Gauche without leaving Fillmore Street. Chouquet's invites you to experience "Jazz on the Patio," a long-standing neighborhood tradition that pairs world-class live music with the breezy elegance of a classic French bistro. Set against the backdrop of one of San Francisco’s most iconic shopping corridors, this event offers a high-fidelity sensory experience where the "restless melodicism" of local jazz meets the refined flavors of France. Featuring the Dewayne Oakley Blues Ensemble This weekend’s soundtrack is provided by the seasoned mastery of Dewayne Oakley and Ralph Nelson. As cornerstones of the Bay Area music scene, this duo […]
Experience the ultimate "living theater" of North Beach as The Magic School Busk takes up their weekly residency directly in front of The Red Window. Positioned at the vibrant, sun-soaked corner of Stockton and Columbus, this high-energy busking collective captures the spontaneous spirit of the neighborhood. The performance is a masterclass in Street Swing and improvisational Jazz. Drawing from the "busking" tradition of New Orleans and the European "Hot Club" sound, the ensemble specializes in acoustic music that is both technically brilliant and completely unpretentious. The line-up is fluid, often featuring a "who’s who" of local instrumentalists who bring a "restless […]
The Saloon in North Beach welcomes Blues Rider featuring Emma Jean Foster for an energetic night of authentic blues and blues rock. Led by Grammy‑nominated vocalist and songwriter Emma Jean Foster, the band brings classic blues traditions into the contemporary spotlight with a powerful mix of soul, gospel blues, Motown, and American standards — perfect for a lively night out in one of San Francisco’s most historic music rooms.
Ian Santillano is a Hayward-born Filipino-American singer, songwriter, guitarist, and producer appearing at The Grove. A second-generation genre-bending artist, he blends clever harmonies, soulful melodies, and vulnerable lyrics with exceptional guitar work, drawing on a range of influences to create an intimate, emotionally resonant set well suited to The Grove's relaxed neighborhood café atmosphere.
Parlor Tricks is the world’s first and foremost industrial ragtime band appearing at Scopo Divino. An hot-music combination specializing in vaudeville, blues, swing, and original numbers all distinguished by heavy doses of syncopation and stomp.
Six Roses at Etcetera Wine Bar brings the multi‑genre collaboration between saxophonist David Boyce and guitarist/loop artist Michael Cavaseno into the Mission’s cozy wine bar, turning the room into an intimate sound lab for improvisation and texture. Blending saxophones, guitar, and live loops, Six Roses moves fluidly across jazz, ambient, soul, and experimental sounds, making this set feel like an evening of deep listening and relaxed neighborhood hanging over thoughtful wines and small plates
The Nick Moss Band featuring Dennis Gruenling at Biscuits & Blues brings an award-winning Chicago electric-blues powerhouse led by guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter Nick Moss and harmonica virtuoso, vocalist, and songwriter Dennis Gruenling. Since joining forces in 2016, the pair have earned five Blues Music Awards—including 2020 Band of the Year, Song of the Year, and Traditional Blues Album of the Year—for a sound that carries the grit and deep swing of classic Chicago Blues into forceful original songs and high-energy, solo-trading live shows. Two shows: 6:30pm and 9pm Tickets: $25-60
Stacy Dillard & Josh Evans 5tet at Black Cat bring a powerhouse frontline to San Francisco for a four-night run of hard-swinging, real-time modern jazz. Saxophonist Stacy Dillard is known for a rich, commanding tone that pianist Eric Reed has called "a true improviser," with Roy Hargrove praising him as "a one-of-a-kind musician"; trumpeter Josh Evans brings a voice shaped by the lineage of Jackie McLean, Rashied Ali, Benny Golson, Cedar Walton, Christian McBride, Roy Hargrove, Gregory Porter, and T.S. Monk. Together they lead a quintet built for sharp interplay and late-night jazz energy.
Keys Jazz Bistro welcomes Lavay Smith & Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers to the stage. The band has performed at many of the top festivals and concert venues in the US, Europe, Japan and Canada. They have headlined at Jazz At Lincoln Center on New Year’s Eve, and were featured at the official Oscars after-party...
Rob Sharman leads a classic jazz quartet at Sheba Piano Lounge with vocals and trumpet, joined by Michael Parsons on piano, Carl Herder on bass, and Garry Williams on drums. Expect an intimate, straight-ahead small-group set built around vocal standards, trumpet melodies, and the warm swing of piano-bass-drums accompaniment.