Mae Powell brings her rainbow-tinged, timeless sound to Waystone's intimate wine bar, performing as a trio drawn from the beloved five-piece band she calls her very best friends. The Bay Area singer-songwriter moves fluidly between jazz, soul, and original music, and arrives fresh off the release of her sophomore album Making Room For the Light...
Henry Plumb brings prodigious talent and boundless versatility to The Deluxe — a 24-year-old award-winning drummer from the San Francisco Bay Area and Berklee College of Music graduate whose command of styles ranges from big band swing and gospel to funk, fusion, hip-hop, Afro-Cuban, New Orleans second line, and beyond. As saxophonist and educator Paul...
Keys Jazz Bistro favorite Kenny Washington always brings concert thrills and spills to Keys. Don’t miss out on one of our very own world class bay area artists!Kenny Washington has thrilled audiences across the globe with his soulful interpretations, seemingly limitless range, and inventive scatting. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, Washington appeared in...
George Colligan brings a lifetime of jazz mastery to The Black Cat — winner of the 2015 DownBeat Critics Poll for Keyboard, he is one of the most versatile and prolific musicians of his generation, equally at home as pianist, drummer, trumpeter, organist, composer, and bandleader. With over 130 albums as a sideman and his...
Live Cuban jam session every 4th Sunday w/Guajirón band at Bissap Baobab! Come to dance or jump in and jam — it's free! Whether you're a musician ready to sit in or a dancer looking for a groove, this night is all about sharing rhythm, culture, and vibes with the community. What to expect:– Open...
Alberto Gutierrez is a Spanish guitarist and vocalist appearing at Amélie in Polk Gulch. He is one half of the duo Dos Bandoleros. His sets draw on the blend of Latin‑rooted rhythms and acoustic songcraft, bringing a warm, intimate energy that pairs naturally with Amélie’s relaxed wine bar atmosphere.
Spreading joy since 2023, Guajirón brings a night full of Cuban grooves, tropical salsa, an open jam session, good drinks, and a wide open dance floor. Maybe you’ve been to Cuba and want to relive those late-night parties. Maybe you’re from Latin America and miss letting loose with a real Descarga Cubana. Or maybe you’re just...
Nardia is an Australian blues and soul artist celebrated for her powerhouse vocals, emotional depth, and commanding stage presence. Drawing inspiration from classic rhythm and blues, soul, and funk, she blends timeless influences with a modern edge, delivering music that is both raw and deeply expressive. Her voice moves effortlessly from intimate and vulnerable to...
Bohemian Knuckleboogie is a unique San Francisco an eclectic and high-octane mix of Blues, Funk, and Neo-soul playing weekly Sundays at Sheba Piano Lounge. Featuring Elaine Alt on Saxophone, Miles Spearman on Trumpet, Rob Bassinette on Bass, and Gary Williams on Drums. Bohemian Knuckleboogie carries on the torch for former band lead RIP Mike Pitre’s...
The Tides & Tunes Sessions is a monthly concert series hosted by Charlie Kaupp at The Riptide in San Francisco every fourth Sunday of the month from 7:30-10pm. The series is intended to showcase a new pair of musical acts each month. Acts span all genres and styles, but are focused on solo, duos, and...
Charles Chen brings the full depth of a Bay Area jazz life to Mr. Tipple's in a special album release concert for his newest recording, The Long Way Home. The San Francisco Bay Area pianist has performed and recorded alongside an extraordinary roster of jazz luminaries — Randy Brecker, Billy Drummond, Bob Sheppard, Roy McCurdy,...
Cap off your weekend with an electrifying explosion of rhythm as the Magic School Busk Latin Collective takes over Persona every Sunday night. While the "Busk" is famous for their daytime street-side swing in North Beach, their Sunday residency at this sleek Lower Nob Hill lounge pivots into a high-fidelity exploration of the Afro-Latin diaspora....