Mari Mack & Livin’ Like Kings bring a blues-focused set to The Saloon in North Beach. Today’s lineup features Mari Mack on vocals with Arne Frager on bass, Richard Wood on keys, Dave Powell on guitar, and Martin Cunningham on drums.
Golden Sardine in North Beach hosts a special poetry reading with Camille T. Dungy — celebrating her newest collection America, A Love Story (Wesleyan Press) alongside Cate Lycurgus and a guest to be announced. Set in the wine bar and poetry bookstore’s intimate upstairs loft, this July 11 event offers an evening of contemporary poetry...
Frankie and the Pool Boys bring sun-soaked, reverb-drenched good times to The Deluxe — this instrumental surf combo has been riding the wave since 2009, logging hundreds of shows and touring Europe twice, as well as Mexico and Japan. Headliners at the legendary Surfer Joe Festival in Livorno, Italy and the Baja Surf Stomp in...
Scopo Divino welcomes the Alex So Trio — a group of rising young talents from the Bay Area jazz scene, rooted deeply in the Black American musical tradition. Focusing on fresh interpretations of standards, they tell stories through groove, melody, and subtle interplay, bringing a contemporary, soulful edge to classic material in an intimate, listening-focused...
Jazz Mafia: Low End Theory brings a bold, brass-powered sonic experience to Keys Jazz Bistro — a trombone-driven ensemble led by Jazz Mafia co-founders Adam Theis and Eric Garland, built around a formidable front line of four trombones and a rhythm section capable of shifting from subtle, cinematic textures to explosive, high-energy future jazz. Deep...
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.
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...
The Ken Seideman Jazz Trio plays an array of tunes in the jazz, rock, blues and reggae genres at the Lucky Horseshoe on Saturday July 11, from 8-11pm. Ken’s lighting fast fingers on the keys, Ed’s fretless bass and perfect pitch voice, combined with Tim’s tasteful brush work and crisp rolls make for an enjoyable...
The N. T. B. Collective is a Bay Area based jazz fusion group merging sounds and styles from all over the world. The N.T.B. trio, which will be featured for this event, is comprised of drums, bass, and piano. Each musician is highly accomplished; coming together to generate a unique musical energy. N.T.B. has been...
Jazz Mafia: Low End Theory brings a bold, brass-powered sonic experience to Keys Jazz Bistro — a trombone-driven ensemble led by Jazz Mafia co-founders Adam Theis and Eric Garland, built around a formidable front line of four trombones and a rhythm section capable of shifting from subtle, cinematic textures to explosive, high-energy future jazz. Deep...
Lavay Smith & Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers bring world-class swing and soul to The Deluxe — a band that has headlined Jazz at Lincoln Center on New Year's Eve, performed at the official Oscars after-party in Hollywood, and graced top festivals and concert venues across the US, Europe, Japan, and Canada. Performing classics and...
The Riptide in the Outer Sunset welcomes The DisRespectors, bringing their Mission District punk rock party mode straight to the beach for a high‑energy night of loud guitars, big hooks, and rowdy sing‑along anthems tailor‑made for one of San Francisco’s classic neighborhood dives.
Prepare for a sonic assault of the best kind as Marshall Law takes the stage at Tupelo. A long-time staple of the San Francisco music scene, this powerhouse trio is known for delivering a "powerful punch" of high-energy rock and roll. Specializing in the golden era of guitar-driven music, Marshall Law transforms the intimate Grant...
Shad Harris is a California-based multi-instrumentalist and blues vocalist appearing at The Saloon in San Francisco. A bandleader known for his keytar work with The Groovenators, he blends West Coast blues with funk and has been active since the mid-1960s, including performances with artists such as Etta James and Charlie Musselwhite. He performs regularly at...
Adam Klipple brings his soulful organ trio to Keys Jazz Bistro — a world-traveling organist, pianist, and keyboardist who has toured with Lauryn Hill, Blood Sweat and Tears, and rising jazz phenom Veronica Swift, Klipple is now proudly rooted in San Francisco with a band built for the bandstand. Joined by Kai Lyons on guitar...
Transport yourself to the Rive Gauche without leaving Fillmore Street. Chouquet's invites you to experience "Jazz on the Patio," a long-standing neighborhood tradition that pairs world-class live music with the breezy elegance of a classic French bistro. Set against the backdrop of one of San Francisco’s most iconic shopping corridors, this event offers a high-fidelity...
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 Jazz in the Alley 5th anniversary season continues with a performance by The Arrows in Kerouac Alley. Playing Blues, R&B, and Soul music, this trio brings out the best of the American songbook. With both original and classic material, The Arrows bring unique interpretations of songs from the past and present. Featuring Kelyn Crapp on...
Otherwise Brewing welcomes the Matt Bae Jazz Trio — led by San Francisco‑based jazz pianist Matthew Bae, whose roots in classical piano and viola, chamber music, orchestra, and American Gamelan give his playing a rich, multidimensional depth. Performing in settings from intimate duos to larger ensembles, he brings a continuous study of the jazz language...
The Lucky Horseshoe hosts its long-standing Bluegrass Jam every Sunday afternoon. Unlike a typical circle jam, this is a unique "performance" jam where musicians take to the stage to play into microphones for a live crowd. It’s an intermediate-to-advanced level session that brings together the best of the Bay Area’s roots and bluegrass community, turning...
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...
Live Salsa Saturdays at The Ramp bring live salsa bands to the waterfront patio every week from 4 pm to 10 pm, turning the bayside spot into one of San Francisco’s go‑to salsa destinations. Dancers and listeners can enjoy high‑energy salsa sets with sweeping Bay views, evening breezes, and a casual outdoor vibe, with a...
Keys Jazz Bistro welcomes Emily Day & Cosmo Alleycats. Cosmo Alleycats draws from several decades of exhilarating American music, along with inspired originals, to deliver a fun and engaging performance. This dynamic is evident in their 2022 album, Old Sweet Songs, a collection of Tin Pan Alley and American Songbook favorites accompanied by their original...
Get ready as Bird & Beckett Books and Records welcomes the "Real Deal" himself, Mitch Polzak. Whether he’s flat-picking a guitar or tearing through a banjo solo, Polzak brings a circus-sized energy (literally—he’s a Ringling Bros. descendant) to the most intimate bookstore stage in San Francisco. The Performance The Music: Mitch Polzak and the Royal...