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Chris Burns
Royal Cuckoo Organ Lounge 3202 Mission St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesChris Burns is an American pianist, organist, songwriter, and producer whose deep roots in blues, soul, and R&B have made him a sought-after collaborator for more than three decades. A...
FreeVerve Quintet
Local Edition 691 Market St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesThis fabulous quintet honors the blue note, hard bop tradition of the 1960’s and beyond. Aaron Germain - Bass Adam Klipple - Piano Andrew Dixon - Tenor Sax Daniel Herrera - Trumpet JPaul Macklin - Drums
FreeJEFF COTTON’s GIN JOINT with special guests
Boom Boom Room 1601 Filmore St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesJeff Cotton’s Gin Joint is a San Francisco-based roots rock band known for their obscure covers and rootsy originals that draw from the deep well of classic rock, soul, country, and psychedelic groove. Their sound is a swirling cocktail of Springsteen’s working-class anthems, Bowie’s theatrical edge, and Stevie Wonder’s soulful fire—with a splash of Cheap Trick’s power pop, Lucinda Williams’ grit, and The Band’s rustic storytelling. Whether they’re tearing through...
FreeNaama
Mr. Tipples 39 Fell St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesNew York vocalist Naama brings her elegant, emotionally direct take on classic jazz to Mr. Tipple’s, joined by Charles Chen on piano, Nico Martinez on bass, and Brian Fishler on drums. The program draws from her forthcoming album Songs From The Road, using standards-inspired storytelling to trace travel’s anticipation, excitement, solitude, and longing; Naama’s style...
$15Citizens Jazz
Harlan Records 18 Harlan Pl, San Francisco, CA, United StatesCitizens Jazz at Harlan Records presents an agile Bay Area trio led by Oakland bassist, composer, and creative catalyst Caroline Chung, with Zac Gersh on keys and Matt Fyke on drums. Chung’s project brings together musicians known for stylistic range and imaginative interplay, drawing from jazz, soul, funk, and songwriterly composition; her 2021 debut, Sounds...
FreeJose Simioni
Tupelo 1337 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA, United StatesExperience the uniquely Jose sound as the legendary Jose Simioni takes the stage at Tupelo. A North Beach fixture for over two decades, Simioni is a self-taught master whose playing defies easy categorization. He eschews traditional licks for a deeply personal, improvisational style that makes his guitar sing—moving seamlessly from floating, lazy melodies to a...
FreeChris Ford
The Saloon 1232 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA, United StatesThe Chris Ford Band delivers a spirited blend of rockabilly, blues, and honky tonk, electrifying venues across San Francisco including The Saloon. Led by Chris Ford, the band combines old-school honky tonk vibes with modern energy, crafting a sound that’s both nostalgic and fresh. Whether dominating the stage or engaging with the crowd, the Chris...
FreeKen Seideman Trio
Pier 23 23 The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA, United StatesThe Ken Seideman Trio takes the stage at Pier 23. The trio’s set list blends the genres of Jazz, Rock, Blues and Reggae to every performance. Ken Seideman on piano/synthesizer, Ed Molyneaux on his fretless bass and powerful voice with Tim Caldwell keeping the pulse on his vintage drum kit, all bring decades of wide-ranging musical experience to the bandstand. Grab your favorite beverage, next to million dollar SF bay views and let these “kats” music do the rest.
FreeRayner Brock
The Saloon 1232 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA, United StatesRayner Brock is a vocalist, musician, and songwriter appearing at The Saloon, leading a band that features Bruce Zwieg on keyboards, Marcus David on drums, and Brock on guitar and vocals. Beginning on electric bass and later extending his work to voice, guitar, keys, and studio production, he has moved from years as a sideman into front-line singer-songwriter roles and is currently working on an album of original music at Prairie Sun studio with guitarist and label founder Mike Varney and guitarist/producer Danny Uzilevsky.
FreeIan Santillano
The Grove 690 Mission St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesIan 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.
FreeViajó de la Música
Scopo Divino 2800 California St #101, San Francisco, CA, United StatesViajó de la Música brings a traveling soundtrack of Latin jazz, boleros to the intimate wine‑bar glow of Scopo Divino. Led by saxophonist Renner, this jazz quartet moves effortlessly from bossa and samba to slow‑dance ballads, weaving guitars, percussion, and rich vocals into one continuous journey. Expect romantic melodies, hypnotic grooves, and a set list that feels like wandering through nightspots from Havana to Rio to San Francisco. Pair a glass of something bold with the music and let the room turn into your own little passport stamp for the evening.
FreePeter Lindman: Live Music Thursday at Capo’s
Capo's 641 Vallejo St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesPeter Lindman brings a relaxed singer-songwriter set to Capo’s patio, playing a mix of original songs and covers rooted in the glorious sixties. He frequently collaborates with guitarist Roger Rocha of 4 Non Blondes, and at Capo’s the music is typically presented as a casual 6–9 PM dinner accompaniment in the restaurant’s North Beach setting.
FreeGeorge Cole Quartet – George meets Django
Mr. Tipples 39 Fell St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesGeorge Cole’s “George Meets Django” quartet brings the fiery, acoustic swing of Django Reinhardt to Mr. Tipple’s on Thursday, September 10, with shows at 7:00 and 8:45 PM. BAMMIE Award-winning guitarist Cole is joined by Valentino Cole on guitar and vocals, Anton Patzner on violin, and Fred Randolph on bass for jazz manouche standards and original compositions, balancing fast guitar work, crooning vocals, and seasoned stage humor. Cole is also a longtime David Grisman Quintet/Sextet guitarist and former teacher to Green Day’s Billie Joe Armstrong and Mike Dirnt. Tickets: $15-20
$15PHER
Black Cat Jazz Supper Club 400 Eddy St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesPHER at Black Cat brings the Oakland-born vocalist and songwriter — formerly recording as Chris Turner — to San Francisco for a two-show night of soul, jazz, R&B, and gospel powered by one of the Bay Area's most distinctive voices. PHER has recorded and performed with Jon Batiste, Esperanza Spalding, Snarky Puppy, Prince, Stevie Wonder, The Roots, Robert Glasper, Jill Scott, Common, Bilal, and the SFJAZZ Collective, and The New York Times has praised his "misty, grooving music" for its blend of "composure and longing." His latest album, Songs by PHER, explores love, vulnerability, family, and self-discovery, while his forthcoming PHER […]
$20Sherri Roberts featuring Harvie S
Keys Jazz Bistro 498 Broadway, San Francisco, CA, United StatesSherri Roberts featuring Harvie S at Keys Jazz Bistro reunites the San Francisco vocalist with her longtime New York bassist collaborator for an evening of bop, standards, and cool-jazz–inflected song. Roberts is celebrated for an expressive yet musically precise style shaped by singers including June Christy, Chet Baker, and Helen Merrill, while Harvie S brings decades of work across jazz and Latin music, including performances and recordings with Kenny Barron, Stan Getz, John Scofield, and Sheila Jordan. They are joined by pianist David Udolf and drummer Akira Tana, fresh from a New York recording session that follows their 2017 release Anybody’s […]
$30Darnell Cole and the Vibe
Biscuits & Blues 401 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA, United StatesDarnell Cole and the Vibe at Biscuits & Blues brings Pasadena guitarist and vocalist Darnell “Big D” Cole’s powerful blues-rock trio to San Francisco. Backed by drummer Jit Chatterjee and bassist Elliot Lawrence, Cole moves from gospel-inflected intensity to Sly and the Family Stone–style funk, combining a hard-worked electric guitar, big vocals, and songs shaped by his belief that music can heal. Tickets: $15-45
$15Trio Côtier
Sheba Piano Lounge 1419 Filmore St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesSettle into a night of cool, sophisticated jazz with Trio Côtier at Sheba Lounge this evening! Trio Cotier is a Bay Area favorite known for their refined take on the classic jazz piano trio format. They bring an easy elegance to the room, blending equal parts swing, Latin, and traditional jazz textures. Their sound is both timeless and stylish, often featuring lyrical piano work, supple bass lines, and an impeccable groove. The trio specializes in jazz standards for a cocktail vibe, creating music that enhances the experience without overpowering conversation—perfect for a relaxed evening of drinks and company. Join us for […]
FreeDos Bandoleros
El Chato 2301 Bryant St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesFeel the heat with this Spanish duo as they bring back their fiery flamenco rumba sounds, infused with a latin twist to El Chato. It’s an authentic, pulse-pounding performance that redefines traditional rhythms
FreeThe Good Bad
The Deluxe 1511 Haight Street, San Francisco, CA, United StatesThe Good Bad at The Deluxe brings a high-energy San Francisco newgrass band whose tight three-part harmonies and nimble string playing push traditional bluegrass toward a raucous, modern sound. Formed in 2010, the group blends bluegrass foundations with folk, country, rock ’n’ roll, and the occasional punky edge; its current five-piece lineup features mandolin/guitar, banjo, guitar, fiddle, bass, and vocals.
$10Larry Dunlap Duo
Redwood Room 495 Geary St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesLarry Dunlap Duo at the Redwood Room features the Bay Area pianist, composer, and arranger in an intimate jazz setting at the Clift Royal Sonesta’s historic lounge. Dunlap’s work spans jazz, classical, and popular music, including major collaborations with Dame Cleo Laine and Sir John Dankworth as well as artists such as Gerry Mulligan, Art Farmer, Sheila Jordan, Mark Murphy, and Joe Williams; expect a refined, melodic set rooted in jazz piano, swing, vocal-jazz sensibility, and standards.
FreeEmmett Van Leer Quartet
Stookey’s Blue Room 891 Bush St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesProvidence-born jazz pianist and composer Emmett Van Leer leads a piano-centered modern-jazz quartet at Stookey’s Blue Room on Thursday, September 10, from 8:00–10:30 PM, joined by Rabiah Kabir on flute, Jaycie Grady on drums, and Isaac Coyle on bass. Van Leer is currently studying at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music with pianists Helen Sung and Edward Simon.
FreeKaty 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 that makes the band feel like part of the crowd. It’s the perfect soundtrack for settling into a leather booth, ordering something stirred, and letting the night stretch out a little longer than you planned.
FreeRotating 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 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, […]
FreeDirty Works Jazz Jam
Paris 75 515 Broadway, San Francisco, CA, United StatesDirty Works Jazz Jam at Paris 75 pairs a polished, high-energy jazz jam. Led by upright bassist Kyle Finley, the house band draws from bebop, hard bop, swing, and Latin jazz before welcoming local musicians to sit in.
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