The Smokedaddies
The Smokedaddies at Tupelo is a high-energy Bay Area soul cover jam band that blends Motown, funk, psychedelic rock, classic rock ’n’ roll, blues, jazz, country, New Orleans grooves, and...
The Smokedaddies at Tupelo is a high-energy Bay Area soul cover jam band that blends Motown, funk, psychedelic rock, classic rock ’n’ roll, blues, jazz, country, New Orleans grooves, and...
Wendy DeWitt plays boogie woogie and blues on the National and International blues scene. And you can see her at the Saloon. With Kirk Harwood, Wendy is a two-time regional...
David M’Ore is a blues-rock guitarist and vocalist based in the San Francisco Bay Area who appears at The Saloon. Born in Argentina, he blends traditional blues with British-influenced hard...
Katy 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...
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 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...
Kenny Washington Quartet at Keys Jazz Bistro showcases the Oakland-based, New Orleans–born vocalist renowned for his supple tenor, formidable range, improvisational scatting, and emotionally direct interpretations of the Jazz songbook. After singing Gospel in church, playing saxophone, and performing for nine years with U.S. Navy bands, Washington established himself as a Bay Area standout and...
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,"...
Gaucho at the Comstock Saloon plays energetic, guitar-led early jazz that blends 1930s Gypsy jazz with New Orleans swing, ragtime, and gutbucket blues. Led by guitarist Dave Ricketts, the band’s sound is lively, acoustic, and built for a crowded barroom.
Keys Jazz Bistro welcomes Atta Kid, an all-star crew that reaches into the swampy lilt of New Orleans and the razor-sharp precision of the East Bay at the same time. This staple of the Bay Area scene since 2013 is led by Daniel Casares (sax and vocals)and Max Cowan (B-3, keyboards and vocals), Atta Kid...
Hot Einstein at Tupelo brings an Oakland-rooted dance band that blends nostalgic rock ’n’ roll with classic and current covers. Formed in 2011, the group is known for vintage keyboards,...
Takezo (Yoshinobu Takeda) is a rhythm and blues singer and guitarist who appears at The Saloon in North Beach. Born in Kagawa and raised in Kyoto, he began singing in...
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...
Whiskeyhouse at Pier 23 plays rootsy, feel-good Americana with soulful vocals and original folk songs. Their easygoing groove suits the waterfront setting.
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...
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...
This Saturday, join two-time Latin Grammy nominee Eddy Nadia, Pachamama band, Andean costumed dancers and special guest master violinist Georges Lammam for a magical, musical night in a historic speakeasy.
Black Magic appears at the Comstock Saloon with a seven-piece jazz ensemble. The group focuses on a “cool jazz” and West Coast–influenced sound with hard benergy and mid‑20th‑century jazz references,...
Howard 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...
Inner-State 80’s brings a full-throttle retro dance party to Tupelo from 9pm–1am, serving up the big hooks, synths, and guitar riffs that defined the decade. Specializing in faithful, high-energy takes...
Mitch Polzak is a guitarist, singer, banjoist, and bandleader appearing at The Saloon in North Beach under his own name. He draws on rockabilly, 1960s country, honky tonk, Bakersfield-influenced country, surf, early rock and roll, bluegrass, Cajun, blues, and related American roots styles, reflecting a long career steeped in these traditions.
Keeping folks up past 10 pm in SF is no easy feat, but Key’s owner Simon Rowe has been showcasing the best of the Bay Area’s organ trios in his late night Saturday sets. His ‘Transcendent Trio’, formed for a “Jazz on the Patio” residency during the pandemic will feature the dynamic Kai Lyons- guitar,...
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...
The Sunday Blues Jam at Pier 23 is the perfect way to spend a rollicking afternoon on the waterfront — anchored by the inimitable blues drummer Sean Donoghue, this open jam welcomes professional musicians and budding artists alike to jump in and play. Grab a drink, a bite, hit the dance floor, and bring your...
Catch Blues Power at the Sunday afternoon residency at the Saloon. Blues Power is a San Francisco blues project led by Mark Naftalin, known as a legendary pianist, producer, and blues advocate. The core band members typically include Mark Naftalin on keyboards, along with a rotating lineup of top Bay Area blues musicians such as...
The Hector Lugo Jazz/Latin Trio brings deep Caribbean roots and jazz sophistication to Keys Jazz Bistro. Performing under their Trio Caribe project, the ensemble features master Puerto Rican percussionist and vocalist Héctor Lugo alongside Julio de la Cruz on piano and Sam Bevan on acoustic bass. The trio explores an expansive repertoire ranging from tight,...