Bay Area-based Charged Particles (www.chargedparticles.com) features pianist Murray Low, bassist Aaron Germain, and drummer Jon Krosnick, and is celebrating their 33rd year of playing funky Latin jazz. They have toured Indonesia, the U.K., Canada, Germany, Switzerland, and Italy, and have performed at famed jazz clubs including Ronnie Scott’s, Birdland, Blues Alley, the Dakota, Yoshi’s, the...
Called “a force on the rise” by JazzTimes magazine, Alison Shearer’s explosive career hits refresh on what it means to be a jazz saxophonist today. Shearer is the kind of artist who is always asking “why.” She wants to find the similarities between seemingly disparate things, and in doing so hopefully find something human in...
Will Bernard is in town performing with some of his long time associates, Adam Klipple and Deszon Claiborne. They will perform a mix of Will’s original music and jazz and soul-jazz classics drawn from the jazz organ trio repertoire. Will and Deszon have been performing together going back to Peter Apfelbaum’s Hieroglyphics ensemble from the...
Experience a stellar evening of world-class jazz as Eugene Pliner & Friends take the stage at Sheba Piano Lounge on Thursday, January 29th, from 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. A veteran of the international jazz circuit, pianist Eugene Pliner is known for his technical brilliance and "restless melodicism." This residency offers a dynamic, ever-changing musical...
Kathy 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...
Paris 75’s rotating jazz bands turn this corner of North Beach into a little slice of the Left Bank. Each week a different small ensemble—trios, quartets, and vocal groups—leans into swing, standards, and café‑style jazz that pairs naturally with wine, cocktails, charcuterie, and late‑night conversation. The vibe is intimate and unhurried: close‑up solos, brushed drums,...
Step into the vibrant heart of San Francisco's Chinatown and discover Lion's Den Bar and Lounge, your ultimate destination for electrifying nightlife and unforgettable experiences. With an irresistible fusion of Asian-inspired cocktails, pulsating beats, and a captivating ambiance, Lion's Den sets the stage for a night you won't soon forget.
The Hard Bop Quintet is a jazz group from the San Francisco Bay Area inspired by the fiery style of the early 1960s New York jazz scene. The group began as the brainchild of two Bay Area jazz musicians who grew up together in Santa Cruz, California: trombonist Scott Larson, and trumpeter Jay Sanders -...
Anthony “The Fallbrook Kid” Cullins is a San Diego-based guitar prodigy whose dynamic blend of blues, funk, R&B, and rock has earned him a reputation as one of the most exciting young musicians on the scene today. With a style that’s both soulful and electrifying, he channels the spirit of guitar greats while bringing a...
GamperDrums appears at Local Edition in a trio format, joined by Cody Anderson on guitar and Gary Brown on bass. Together, they present a set that draws on the jazz tradition while adding a contemporary angle suited to the venue’s historic San Francisco setting.
Bay Area-based Charged Particles (www.chargedparticles.com) features pianist Murray Low, bassist Aaron Germain, and drummer Jon Krosnick, and is celebrating their 33rd year of playing funky Latin jazz. They have toured Indonesia, the U.K., Canada, Germany, Switzerland, and Italy, and have performed at famed jazz clubs including Ronnie Scott’s, Birdland, Blues Alley, the Dakota, Yoshi’s, the...
Get ready for a night of rhythmic mastery as Giggles and Licks takes the stage at Tupelo. This funky three-piece soul group is a favorite among the North Beach music community, known for their ability to command a room with nothing more than raw talent and a deep, infectious pocket. Stripping soul music down to...
Will Bernard is in town performing with some of his long time associates, Adam Klipple and Deszon Claiborne. They will perform a mix of Will’s original music and jazz and soul-jazz classics drawn from the jazz organ trio repertoire. Will and Deszon have been performing together going back to Peter Apfelbaum’s Hieroglyphics ensemble from the...
Called “a force on the rise” by JazzTimes magazine, Alison Shearer’s explosive career hits refresh on what it means to be a jazz saxophonist today. Shearer is the kind of artist who is always asking “why.” She wants to find the similarities between seemingly disparate things, and in doing so hopefully find something human in...
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 bands and composing music at age 12, drawing early inspiration from American film soundtracks, The Beatles, and Otis Redding, and has been based in San...
Get ready for a masterclass in blues piano and boogie-woogie as Parris Bertolucci takes the stage at The Saloon. A legendary figure in the North Beach music circuit, Parris is known for his high-energy, heavy-hitting keyboard style that can turn a historic dive bar into a roaring roadhouse. This is raw, authentic San Francisco blues...
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...
Joe Warner | Piano Ron Belcher | Bass Jemal Ramirez | Drums
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 Hipsteria plays every Friday at Etcetera Wine bar.
Tony Lindsay is a world-renowned vocalist, celebrated for his 25-year tenure with Santana, where he earned 11 Grammy Awards. As the voice behind several of Santana's iconic albums, including Supernatural and Shaman, Tony has captivated audiences worldwide through extensive tours and unforgettable performances. Beyond his work with Santana, Tony boasts an impressive career as a...
Called “a force on the rise” by JazzTimes magazine, Alison Shearer’s explosive career hits refresh on what it means to be a jazz saxophonist today. Shearer is the kind of artist who is always asking “why.” She wants to find the similarities between seemingly disparate things, and in doing so hopefully find something human in...
Wil Blades: No less a jazz organ authority than the legendary Dr. Lonnie Smith has called Wil Blades “the future,” anointing him the heir apparent to “carry on the legend and the legacy of the organ, of the B-3.” Over the past twenty plus years, Blades has grown to be one of the most in-demand...
Joe Warner | Piano Ron Belcher | Bass Jemal Ramirez | Drums
Get ready for an explosive night of music as the legendary Charles Unger Experience takes over Sheba Piano Lounge from 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM. Known for his infectious smile and high-energy stage presence, saxophonist Charles Unger is a San Francisco institution. His "Experience" is more than just a jazz set—it’s a soulful, funky, and...