Austin Wazz (Austin Wasielewski) is the lead singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist of Analog Dog, a San Francisco-based psychedelic indie-disco band he co-founded with Rob Nicol, appearing at The Grove. His...
Experience 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...
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...
The Muse Jazz Collective at Mr. Tipples features Tom Catanzaro on saxophone, Ian McArdle on piano, Alan Jones on bass, and Isaac Schwartz on drums. Led by Catanzaro, the Bay Area initiative brings together jazz listeners, mentors, advocates, and musicians; Catanzaro’s wide-ranging career includes performances with Diana Krall, Al Jarreau, Michael Brecker, George Benson, Christian...
Join 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...
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...
Max Haymer Power Trio brings the Grammy-nominated pianist to San Francisco for his Black Cat debut, a three-night residency built for drama, momentum, and explosive live interplay in what Haymer calls "athletic jazz." He spent a decade as pianist and musical director for ten-time Grammy winner Arturo Sandoval and also collaborates with vocalist Jane Monheit;...
Jazz Mafia’s Cannonball Show salutes Cannonball and Nat Adderley with a hard-swinging sextet at Keys Jazz Bistro, recapturing the brothers’ soulful, explosive brand of 1960s–’70s hard bop. Alto saxophonist John...
Music by Mark Holzinger and art by Roger Strobbel. Poetry reading by Jessica Loos, Carl Landauer, Steven Meloan, Keith Felton, Lucille Land Day in front of Macchiarini Creative Design. Follow...
The Muse Jazz Collective at Mr. Tipples features Tom Catanzaro on saxophone, Ian McArdle on piano, Alan Jones on bass, and Isaac Schwartz on drums. Led by Catanzaro, the Bay Area initiative brings together jazz listeners, mentors, advocates, and musicians; Catanzaro’s wide-ranging career includes performances with Diana Krall, Al Jarreau, Michael Brecker, George Benson, Christian...
THE MINA PROJECT represents the music of Italian singer Mina Mazzini in her tradition, in particular, paying tribute to her songs of the 1960’s and 1970’s. Mina is considered the most successful proponent of the canzone italiana through Italian mainstream pop music. Mina’s work combines classic Italian pop with elements of Jazz, Blues, Swing, R&B...
Gutter Swan brings its intimate San Francisco Americana sound to Otherwise Brewing/101 Records for North Beach First Friday on September 4, playing 7:30–9:30 PM. Vocalist Loryn Barbeau and guitarist Steve...
Hal Richards Quintet at Bird & Beckett brings together veteran reed specialist Hal Richards, a Bay Area fixture on saxophones, flutes, clarinets, oboe, and bassoon since 1976 who's shared stages...
Experience the authentic sounds of soul and funk with the OG Rhythm & Blues Band at the Sheba Piano Lounge from 7:30-10:30pm. The group is a mainstay of Sheba’s rotation,...
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...
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....
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...
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 Adam Shulman on...
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...
McCall, Hawaii’s first lady of jazz is a multi-award winning vocalist. She is heir to the vocal tradition of Sarah Vaughan, Carmen McRae and Ella Fitzgerald. Her warmth and sense...
12 String Roulette at The Rite Spot is a regular fixture at the venue, bringing the San Francisco outfit's self-described "Tin-pan Django-Classical" sound to the room — an ever-shifting blend...
Steve Lucky and The Rhumba Bums play jump blues, swing, jazz and rare gems inspired by the '30s, '40s and '50s at Local Edition!
Radio Veloso brings its instrumental funk sound to The Royale, fusing Afro-funk psychedelia, hip-hop beats, and warm soul into cinematic, groove-heavy music. Formed in San Francisco in 2017, the DIY...
Daniel Herrera’s Verve Quintet brings the driving energy of 1960s hard bop to Mr. Tipples. Led by trumpeter Daniel Herrera and tenor saxophonist Andrew Dixon, the Bay Area ensemble honors...
Jazz Mafia’s Cannonball Show salutes Cannonball and Nat Adderley with a hard-swinging sextet at Keys Jazz Bistro, recapturing the brothers’ soulful, explosive brand of 1960s–’70s hard bop. Alto saxophonist John...