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SUMMARY:Open Mic by Charlie Kaupp
DESCRIPTION:Best of The Bay Award Winning Charlie Kaupp’s Riptide Open Mic! \nThe Riptide Open Mic is a long-running\, award-winning weekly event held at The Riptide\, a popular honky-tonk dive bar in the Outer Sunset neighborhood of San Francisco. Sign ups start at 7pm. Music starts at 8. Bring your instrument or borrow ours. Piano available. 2 songs or 10 mins.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/open-mic-by-charlie-kaupp/2026-09-28/
LOCATION:The Riptide\, 3636 Taraval St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Dirty Works Jazz Jam
DESCRIPTION:The Dirty Works Jazz Band brings its weekly jam session to Persona. 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 house band sets a high bar before inviting local players to sit in and trade solos on the fly. \nThe repertoire is heavily inspired by the “Golden Era” of jazz (1945–1965)\, specifically the catalogs of Riverside\, Impulse\, and Blue Note records. Expect a hard-driving mix of bebop\, hard bop\, heavy swing\, and Latin jazz. \nEvery session begins with the house rhythm section—usually featuring Finley on bass alongside keys\, guitar\, and drums—anchoring the first few numbers. As the night progresses\, local jazz musicians are swapped in\, creating a dynamic\, evolving soundscape. \nUnlike “casual jam circles\,” Finley emphasizes that these nights are first and foremost a show for the audience. The band prioritizes a polished\, professional sound\, ensuring that even the most experimental improvisations remain engaging for the listeners in the room. \n\nAbout Kyle Finley \nKyle Finley is a San Francisco-based upright bassist and the driving force behind the Dirty Works musical collective. His mission is to foster a “living jazz scene” through consistent residencies and jams that prioritize musical excellence and community. Beyond his work on stage\, Finley is known for his commitment to the local jazz culture\, often documenting these sessions through his own photography and managing a rigorous schedule of “Dirty Works” events across the city to ensure the music never stops.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/dirty-works-jazz-jam-2/2026-09-28/
LOCATION:Persona\, 685 Sutter St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:The San Francisco Invitational Jam
DESCRIPTION:Step into the inner circle of the city’s music scene with THE San Francisco Invitational Jam at Tupelo. Held every Monday night from 9:00 PM – 1:00 AM\, this is widely considered the definitive jam session for professional players and serious students of the craft. Hosted by the “nastiest rhythm section this side of South Dakota”—Andrew Coutti on drums and Young Blake on bass—the evening serves as a high-stakes proving ground where the Bay Area’s best talent comes to stretch their creative muscles. \nThe Sound: This isn’t your average open mic; it is a high-octane exploration of Roots\, Soul\, R&B\, and Funk. The house band sets a blistering pace\, and the music often leans into deep-pocket grooves and sophisticated jazz-fusion arrangements that demand technical precision and quick improvisational thinking. \nThe “Invitational” Edge: While the session is open to high-level guests\, it maintains an invitational spirit\, meaning the stage is curated to ensure a top-tier musical experience for the audience. Each week features a different special guest vocalist\, ensuring that the “soul” of the night is always fresh and evolving. \nA Networking Hub: Monday nights at Tupelo act as the unofficial headquarters for off-duty working musicians. It’s a place where bandleaders scout for subs\, songwriters find collaborators\, and the community gathers to celebrate the raw\, unscripted power of live music. \nNo Cover\, All Access: Despite the world-class musicianship on display\, there is no cover charge. It provides an accessible “masterclass” environment for fans who want to see how the city’s musical engine runs behind the scenes. \n\nAbout the Invitational Jam\nFounded on the belief that San Francisco needs a consistent home for professional musical dialogue\, the Invitational Jam has outlasted countless other sessions in the city. Hosts Andrew Coutti and Young Blake are veteran players known for their “unprecedented chemistry” and ability to back any guest with a rock-solid\, funky foundation. Over the years\, the jam has hosted everyone from local legends to touring pros\, cementing Tupelo’s reputation as a vital sanctuary for the preservation of San Francisco’s live R&B and Funk traditions.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/the-san-francisco-invitational-jam-9/2026-09-28/
LOCATION:Tupelo\, 1337 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Jinx Jones
DESCRIPTION:Jinx Jones brings high-octane rockabilly\, twangy surf\, and vintage rock and roll energy to the Saloon\, turning San Francisco’s oldest bar into a late-night guitar party. Known for deep love of mid‑century American roots music\, he keeps the room moving with jump blues shuffles\, country-tinged swing\, and fiery instrumentals. It is a perfect night for strong drinks\, a crowded dance floor\, and world‑class guitar up close in North Beach.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/jinx-jones-18/2026-09-28/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:GG Amos
DESCRIPTION:GG Amos brings her west coast blues sound to the Saloon\, drawing on more than 35 years as a blues guitarist\, vocalist\, songwriter\, and arranger. A riveting performer who has played everywhere from concert halls and festivals to roadhouses\, wineries\, and neighborhood bars\, she blends blues\, jazz\, funk\, Latin elements\, and soul jazz into a fluid\, lyrical style that’s entirely her own. Expect a night of high-energy\, deeply felt blues in one of San Francisco’s most iconic rooms. \nParis Bertolucci on keys \nRandy Lee Odell on drums \nGG Amos on vocals and guitar
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/gg-amos-11/2026-09-29/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Sami Stevens
DESCRIPTION:Sami Stevens is a Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter and pianist appearing at The Grove\, drawing on jazz\, soul\, folk\, and indie rock influences to deliver intimate original music rooted in the tradition of classic American singer-songwriters of the 1960s and 70s. She released her debut solo album Morning on Sunnyside Records in 2023 and has toured extensively as a collaborator with nine-time Grammy winner Norah Jones\, with additional performance credits spanning the Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon\, the Late Show with Stephen Colbert\, the Apollo Theatre\, and Lincoln Center\, making her appearance at The Grove a rare opportunity to catch a world-class artist in an intimate café setting.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/sami-stevens-2/2026-09-29/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 690 Mission St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Max Sanders & Basch Jernigan Duo
DESCRIPTION:Max Sanders and Basch Jernigan bring a New Orleans-rooted songwriter set to Specs\, pairing Sanders’s twangy\, psychedelic Americana with Jernigan’s soulful guitar-and-harmonica blend of blues\, folk\, rock\, funk\, and soul. Their duo format should emphasize expressive vocals\, acoustic groove\, strong storytelling\, and the overlap between Gulf Coast blues and the loose\, rhythmic spirit of New Orleans. \nJernigan\, originally from Gulf Shores\, Alabama\, is now based in New Orleans; his music has drawn notice for its soul-forward singing and forceful harmonica work. Sanders frames his own sound as “Western Heart” and “New Orleans Soul\,” ranging from classic-country influence to free-jazz-adjacent experimentation.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/max-sanders-basch-jernigan-duo/
LOCATION:Specs’ Twelve Adler Museum Cafe\, 12 Saroyan Pl\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260929T180000
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SUMMARY:Lara Louise
DESCRIPTION:Lara Louise brings a sultry blend of jazz\, bossa nova\, and folk-inflected songcraft to North Beach Restaurant. The Dutch-born vocalist and guitarist sings in English and French\, shaping classic American Songbook and French repertoire with influences ranging from Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen to Astrud Gilberto and Madeleine Peyroux.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/lara-louise-8/2026-09-29/
LOCATION:North Beach Restaurant\, 1512 Stockton St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Alexandra Rieloff Trio
DESCRIPTION:The Alexandra Rieloff Trio performs a selection of jazz standards\, bossa nova\, and boleros at Etcetera Wine Bar. This acoustic ensemble focuses on a repertoire that balances the rhythmic traditions of Latin jazz with classic arrangements from the Great American Songbook.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/alexandra-rieloff-trio/2026-09-29/
LOCATION:Etcetera Wine Bar\, 795 Valencia St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Lisa Mezzacappa Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Lisa Mezzacappa Quartet at The Deluxe spotlights a San Francisco Bay Area bassist\, composer\, bandleader\, and curator known for adventurous original music at the intersection of written composition and improvisation. Mezzacappa’s work ranges from avant-garde jazz to chamber\, electro-acoustic\, film\, and interdisciplinary projects; expect an exploratory small-group set with strong ensemble interplay rather than conventional straight-ahead jazz.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/lisa-mezzacappa-quartet-2/
LOCATION:The Deluxe\, 1511 Haight Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94117\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTAMP:20260901T222048Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T222048Z
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SUMMARY:Hal Bigler Band
DESCRIPTION:Hal Bigler Band brings high-energy traditional jazz and swing to Comstock Saloon every Tuesday from 7:30pm-10:30pm. Led by veteran upright bassist Hal Bigler\, the rotating ensemble features leading Bay Area players including Cliff Myer on guitar\, Bob Johns on piano\, Mauro Pannitto on bass\, Marty Brewer on drums\, and Rick Brown on trombone\, delivering hot jazz and soulful\, dance-ready swing in the historic 1907 North Beach saloon.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/hal-bigler-band-2/2026-09-29/
LOCATION:Comstock Saloon\, 155 Columbus Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Gaucho Jazz
DESCRIPTION:Step into DecoDance on a Thursday night and you’ll find Gaucho turning the Art Deco lounge into a Paris-meets-San-Francisco swing party. Their hot-club–inspired sound — acoustic guitars\, bass\, and horns weaving gypsy jazz\, musette\, and classic swing — pairs perfectly with the bar’s Great Gatsby mood and craft cocktails. Grab a booth under the moody lights\, order a drink\, and let the band’s playful\, high-energy sets pull you toward the dance floor as the night unfolds.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/gaucho-jazz-2/2026-09-29/
LOCATION:DecoDance Bar\, 1160 Polk St.\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260929T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260929T230000
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SUMMARY:The Local Edition Jazz Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:Live every Tuesday exclusively at Local Edition! The Local Edition Jazz Orchestra is a diverse group of long-time friends that have played alongside one another for years. The ensemble ranges from having as little as 8 to as many as 18 participants performing with occasional guest singers such as Billy Valentine\, Bud E. Luv (aka Bobby Vickers)\, and Tom Scott.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/the-local-edition-jazz-orchestra-2/2026-09-29/
LOCATION:Local Edition\, 691 Market St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:The North Beach Django
DESCRIPTION:Transport yourself to a 1930s sidewalk café in Montmartre as North Beach Django takes residency at Paris 75 every Tuesday. Located on the edge of the historic Broadway corridor\, this charming French lounge provides the perfect backdrop for the “Hot Club” sound. With its selection of authentic French cocktails and wines\, the venue feels less like a San Francisco bar and more like a secret sanctuary for lovers of European jazz and vintage aesthetics. \nThe Sound: North Beach Django delivers an authentic exploration of Jazz Manouche (Gypsy Jazz). Their sound is defined by the “pumping” rhythm of acoustic guitars and soaring\, melodic solos. Expect a repertoire of high-speed swing\, haunting French musette waltzes (like “L’Indifférence”)\, and soulful ballads that capture the bittersweet spirit of the early 20th century. \nThe Django Legacy: The group’s mission is to honor the revolutionary style of Django Reinhardt\, the legendary Romani-French guitarist who pioneered this genre. Despite losing the use of two fingers in a fire\, Reinhardt’s virtuosic speed and unique harmonic language changed jazz forever. The band keeps this fire alive\, utilizing the same acoustic string-band format—no drums\, just pure rhythmic drive. \nThe Players: The group is led by a core of the Bay Area’s finest “manouche” specialists\, often featuring Ned Boynton on guitar\, Eddie Scher on guitar\, and Kenan O’Brien on bass. Their chemistry is a masterclass in the “interlocking” style of Gypsy Swing\, where the lead and rhythm guitars work in a constant\, high-speed dialogue. \nThe Community Jam: In the spirit of the Parisian cafés where this music was born\, the evening often evolves into a welcoming session. After the first set\, the band frequently opens the floor to “acoustic sitter-inners”—strings\, accordions\, and woodwinds—making it a vibrant hub for the local jazz community. \n\nAbout Paris 75\nParis 75 is a sophisticated French cocktail lounge that serves as a cultural bridge between San Francisco and the “City of Light.” Named after the postal code for Paris\, the bar specializes in regional French wines and signature cocktails like the “French 75.” The intimate\, candlelit space is designed for conversation and attentive listening\, making it the ideal home for the acoustic nuances of North Beach Django. It is a place where time slows down\, and the legacy of the great European troubadours feels remarkably present.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/the-north-beach-django-jazz-trio-8-2/2026-09-29/
LOCATION:Paris 75\, 515 Broadway\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Powell Street Blues Band
DESCRIPTION:The Powell Street Blues Band has been a San Francisco blues institution since 1978\, led by co-founder and guitarist Yoko Arimichi. They perform regularly at The Saloon\, delivering authentic and powerful blues with longtime members like drummer Robi Bean and bassist Tim Wagar. The band is renowned for their soulful\, deep-rooted blues performances that have captivated audiences for over four decades.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/powell-street-blues-band/2026-09-29/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260930T203000
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SUMMARY:Jose Simioni Trio
DESCRIPTION:Jose Simioni Trio’s improvisational jazz performance at the Saloon from 4:30pm to 6:30pm with Dylan Garrison on drums and Ron Estrada on vocals and guitar.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/jose-simioni-trio/2026-09-30/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Tori Roze and Johnny Alexander
DESCRIPTION:Tori Roze and Johnny Alexander bring a taste of San Diego’s acclaimed soul-jazz scene to The Grove\, performing as an intimate duo drawn from their six-piece band Tori Roze and The Hot Mess. Roze is a vocalist of rare range and imagination\, weaving together influences from Michael Jackson\, Erykah Badu\, Ella Fitzgerald\, Björk\, and musical theatre into something wholly her own. Alexander complements her with inventive guitar work that bends standard chord structures and time signatures into rich\, atmospheric landscapes — together earning the band seven San Diego Music Award nominations and a glowing verdict from the San Diego Troubadour: “This is Soul for today: tight\, sophisticated\, and up-to-date…a winner.”
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/tori-roze-and-johnny-alexander/2026-09-30/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 690 Mission St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Le Jazz Hot
DESCRIPTION:Le Jazz Hot\, the local trio/quartet incarnation of the Hot Club of San Francisco\, brings spirited Django Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli-style jazz to Scopo Divino every Wednesday from 6:00–9:00 PM. Led by guitarist Paul “Pazzo” Mehling\, the group channels the acoustic string swing of 1930s Paris—often with guitar\, bass\, clarinet\, and violin—in a dinner-and-wine setting with no cover.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/le-jazz-hot-3-2/2026-09-30/
LOCATION:Scopo Divino\, 2800 California St #101\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260930T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260930T210000
DTSTAMP:20260826T003528Z
CREATED:20260826T003528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T003528Z
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SUMMARY:Lara Louise
DESCRIPTION:Lara Louise brings a sultry blend of jazz\, bossa nova\, and folk-inflected songcraft to North Beach Restaurant. The Dutch-born vocalist and guitarist sings in English and French\, shaping classic American Songbook and French repertoire with influences ranging from Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen to Astrud Gilberto and Madeleine Peyroux.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/lara-louise-8/2026-09-30/
LOCATION:North Beach Restaurant\, 1512 Stockton St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260930T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260930T220000
DTSTAMP:20260910T205322Z
CREATED:20260910T204931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T205322Z
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SUMMARY:Sean "Mack" McDonald
DESCRIPTION:Sean “Mack” McDonald at Biscuits & Blues features the Augusta\, Georgia–born guitarist\, vocalist\, songwriter\, and multi-instrumentalist whose 2025 debut album Have Mercy! won the 2026 Blues Music Award for Best Emerging Artist Album. McDonald began on drums at age two\, piano at three\, and self-taught guitar at seven; he gained national attention at 15 when his performance of Robert Johnson’s “Dust My Broom” went viral. His polished but hard-swinging sound draws from the postwar Chicago and West Coast Blues of Bobby “Blue” Bland\, T-Bone Walker\, Louis Jordan\, and early B.B. King\, pairing deep-groove traditionalism with original songs and accomplished guitar work. \nTwo shows: 6:30pm and 9pm \nTickets: $30-60
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/sean-mack-mcdonald/
LOCATION:Biscuits & Blues\, 401 Mason Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260930T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260930T201500
DTSTAMP:20260905T231803Z
CREATED:20260905T231803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T231803Z
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SUMMARY:Character Select
DESCRIPTION:Character Select at Black Cat brings a live-band reimagining of classic video game music to San Francisco\, turning themes from Hyrule\, the Mushroom Kingdom\, and Green Hill Zone into a high-energy set built on jazz\, funk\, and rock improvisation. Led by saxophonist Trevor Strohl on saxophone\, EWI\, and vocoder\, the band pairs technical firepower with playful\, full-throttle arrangements built for gamers and music lovers alike. He’s joined by pianist Jonathan Franaszek\, guitarist Dylan Escudero\, bassist Miguel “FRUNKYMAN” Leyva\, and drummer Nick Aganad. \n 
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/character-select/
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:20260930T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260930T210000
DTSTAMP:20260510T183738Z
CREATED:20260510T183713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T183738Z
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SUMMARY:Open Jazz Jam\, Swing\, Country\, Manouche\, Blues\, and Standards
DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday Mark Brazil hosts an open jam at The Liberties in the Mission. Come by for a hang\, a bit\, a drink\, a dance\, or the opportunity to play with some fantastic local talent. \nBring your horn\, strings\, keys or voice. Friendly to all levels of playing.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/open-jazz-jam-swing-country-manouche-blues-and-standards/2026-09-30/
LOCATION:The Liberties\, 998 Guerrero St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260930T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260930T220000
DTSTAMP:20260903T190534Z
CREATED:20260115T230312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T190534Z
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SUMMARY:Dennis Palmieri
DESCRIPTION:Dennis Palmieri at Sheba Piano Lounge brings his “Pop Piano Cabaret” to the Fillmore\, shifting the room’s usual focus on jazz and blues toward a warm\, singer‑songwriter sensibility rooted in 70s and 80s pop. His sets move through piano‑driven renditions of iconic soft‑rock favorites—think Billy Joel\, Cat Stevens\, James Taylor—alongside original songs from his debut EP Avenues\, including his local anthem “Avenues\,” an ode to finding home in San Francisco. In the lush\, candlelit environment of Sheba\, Palmieri turns the space into a communal living room\, offering a relaxed mid‑week alternative that centers melody\, storytelling\, and intimate connection in the tradition of the classic piano lounge.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/dennis-palmieri-2/2026-09-30/
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:20260930T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260930T220000
DTSTAMP:20260622T230535Z
CREATED:20260622T230535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T230535Z
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SUMMARY:Wacky Wednesday
DESCRIPTION:Wacky Wednesdays in Kerouac Alley brings a wildly creative outdoor rock and punk party to one of San Francisco’s most legendary blocks every Wednesday from mid-June through Halloween\, 7–10pm. Sponsored by the iconic Vesuvio Cafe and hosted by artist Jeremy Fish and Freddie Levy\, this rotating lineup of rock and punk bands transforms the historic alley into an only-in-North-Beach evening where the rebellious spirit of the Beats lives on in the most delightfully loud and unpredictable way. Come early\, stay late\, and expect the unexpected.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/wacky-wednesday/2026-09-30/
LOCATION:Jack Kerouac Alley\, San Francisco\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260930T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260930T220000
DTSTAMP:20260909T234145Z
CREATED:20260706T232618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T234145Z
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SUMMARY:Hammond Cheese Combo
DESCRIPTION:Hammond Cheese Combo at The Deluxe features Steve Lucky’s soulful\, funky\, and sometimes swingin’ organ trio bringing vintage 1960s groove to the Haight’s cozy listening room. With Ms. Getit on guitar and vocals\, Steve Lucky on Hammond organ and Leslie\, and Greg Wyser‑Pratte on drums\, the band serves up hip\, retro‑flavored instrumentals and vocal tunes that move from greasy funk to swinging soul‑jazz\, all with a playful\, feel‑good vibe tailored to the room’s intimate atmosphere.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/hammond-cheese-combo/2026-09-30/
LOCATION:The Deluxe\, 1511 Haight Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94117\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260930T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260930T230000
DTSTAMP:20260128T183204Z
CREATED:20260111T220525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T183204Z
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SUMMARY:Magic School Busk
DESCRIPTION:Turn your midweek slump into a vibe at Persona SF! Every Wednesday at 8 PM\, the Magic School Busk brings an electrifying fusion of Funk\, Soul\, Latin\, Afro\, and more to keep the energy high all night long. \nLet the rhythm elevate your evening as this dynamic collective delivers a genre-blending experience that’s impossible to ignore. Whether you’re sipping on our signature cocktails or simply soaking in the sounds\, Wednesdays at Persona are your new weekly ritual.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/magic-school-busk-4/2026-09-30/
LOCATION:Persona\, 685 Sutter St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260930T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260930T230000
DTSTAMP:20260212T052158Z
CREATED:20260115T200849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T052158Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz Jam Session
DESCRIPTION:This is a drop in jazz jam session\, led by rotating musicians. Come catch the next generation of jazz cats and be transported back in time to the 1920’s.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/jazz-jam-session-2/2026-09-30/
LOCATION:Stookey’s Blue Room\, 891 Bush St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260930T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260930T230000
DTSTAMP:20260413T174835Z
CREATED:20260228T193054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T174835Z
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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-2-2/2026-09-30/
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:20260930T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260930T230000
DTSTAMP:20260901T221710Z
CREATED:20260505T004948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T221710Z
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SUMMARY:Peninsula Project
DESCRIPTION:The Peninsula Project brings its high-energy\, trombone-led jazz to Comstock Saloon. Featuring Rick Brown on trombone\, Jeremy Leber on piano\, Carl Herder on bass\, and Garry Williams on drums\, the quartet combines swinging standards\, bluesy grooves\, and boogie-woogie rhythms in the historic North Beach venue.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/peninsula-project-3-2/2026-09-30/
LOCATION:Comstock Saloon\, 155 Columbus Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260930T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260930T233000
DTSTAMP:20260909T222643Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T222643Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz Jam
DESCRIPTION:Jazz Jam at The Lucky Horseshoe is an open\, straight-ahead jazz session in Bernal Heights for instrumentalists and vocalists\, centered on standards\, shared repertoire\, and sit-in collaboration.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/jazz-jam/2026-09-30/
LOCATION:The Lucky Horseshoe\, 454 Courtland Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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