Noel Jewkes brings the full weight of his legendary career to Keys Jazz Bistro — widely regarded as the "grandmaster of jazz tenor" and one of the godfathers of Bay Area jazz, this premier saxophonist and clarinetist has been a cornerstone of the Northern California scene for over 35 years, recording alongside Jon Hendricks, Mary...
Jon Otis & BluBeatz appear at The Saloon in North Beach, bringing a sound that draws on jazz, blues, R&B, rock and roll, pop, salsa, Latin jazz, Brazilian, Afro‑Caribbean, folk, classical, and Middle Eastern‑influenced rhythms. Led by drummer, percussionist, and vocalist Jon Otis, son of “Godfather of Rhythm and Blues” Johnny Otis, the band’s groove‑focused...
The 3rd Thursday Band is a San Francisco-based blues and rock group known for lively performances at The Saloon. Led by Mike Dingle on guitar and vocals, with Mike McKevit on lead guitar and vocals, they deliver classic rock and blues covers alongside original tunes, energizing audiences with their tight, soulful sound. Mark Yee -...
Le Jazz Hot brings the romance and fire of 1930s Parisian jazz to The Grove, celebrating the pioneering music of Django Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli with a trio. The all-string instrumentation mirrors the original Hot Club de France, but Mehling's innovative arrangements and original compositions keep the music vital and alive — earning praise from...
Viajó de la Música brings a traveling soundtrack of Latin jazz, boleros to the intimate wine‑bar glow of Scopo Divino. Led by saxophonist Renner, this jazz quartet moves effortlessly from bossa and samba to slow‑dance ballads, weaving guitars, percussion, and rich vocals into one continuous journey. Expect romantic melodies, hypnotic grooves, and a set list...
The Jeffrey James Trio at Biscuits and Blues features Santa Clara–born guitarist Jeffrey James leading his dynamic trio through an electrifying mix of modern blues, rock, and soul rooted in decades of experience and 17 years on professional stages. Blending blues tradition with gospel, country, and funk, and shaped by collaborations with artists including Johnny...
Patrick Wolff Quartet at Mr. Tipples brings saxophonist and clarinetist Patrick Wolff’s hard‑bop‑rooted modern jazz sound into one of San Francisco’s most focused listening rooms, joined by Keith Saunders on piano, Eric Markowitz on bass, and special guest Mark Ferber on drums. An exciting band with a big sound, this group of some of SF’s...
Anthony Fung “Common Language” Album Release Party at the Black Cat features drummer and composer Anthony Fung returning with his electrifying LA quartet for a four‑night residency of fearless, rhythm‑driven modern jazz. A rising voice on the international scene—having performed with Terrace Martin, Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, Chris Potter, and collaborated with Danilo Pérez, Grace...
Florecer at El Chato features the Los Angeles duo of Allie Schulz and Alex Pasternak, whose music began as a sonic experiment shaped by frequent surf trips to Northern Baja, Mexico. Composing from a small makeshift studio above the Pacific, they create ethereal soundscapes that reflect their blend of surfing, yoga, and meditation, making for...
Dennis Palmieri brings a warm, loungy evening of pop piano cabaret to Stookey's Blue Room — a relaxed tour through favorites from the 70s, 80s, and the Great American Songbook, full of songs you'll likely know all the words to. Fresh off the release of his debut EP in October 2025 — a collection of...
The Alexandra Rieloff Trio is a jazz ensemble appearing at Sheba Piano Lounge, led by Brooklyn-born Chilean vocalist Alexandra Rieloff, with Mark Holzinger on guitar and Rob Bassinette on bass. Drawing on the Great American Songbook alongside bossa nova and bolero influences rooted in her Latin American heritage, Rieloff brings a cinematic, emotionally textured approach...
Sacha Boutros known worldwide as "La Reine du Jazz" presents an evening of sophisticated swing and torch songs at the Redwood Room. The Queen of Jazz is accompanied by Tammy Lynne Hall on piano, Ron Belcher on bass, and Deszon Claiborne on drums.
Cyril Guiraud brings a truly international perspective to The Deluxe — a French-born saxophonist, producer, and composer based between San Francisco and Paris, he has recorded and performed alongside luminaries including Kenny Garrett, Mike Stern, George Clinton, Michel Petrucciani, Alpha Blondie, and Mino Cinelu, and graced stages at SF Jazz, the Monterey Jazz Festival, and...
Eli Yamin — known far and wide as "Dr. E" — comes to Bird & Beckett from New York City with a joyful, deeply bluesy program of blues, bebop, and swing, mixing topical originals with classics by Thelonious Monk, Elizabeth Cotten, and Willie Dixon. A 2026 Jazz Hero honoree who has shared stages with Illinois...
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...
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...
Adam Klipple, who has been described as "a standout pianist who has gone to school on McCoy Tyner and Cecil Taylor and earned his degree," plays piano, Hammond organ, sampler, and a variety of vintage keyboards. He currently is a member of the legendary jazz rock band Blood, Sweat & Tears. He also currently performs...
Saxophonist Howard Wiley and pianist/organist Chris Siebert are longtime collaborators and central figures in the San Francisco jazz and swing scene.
Patrick Wolff Quartet at Mr. Tipples features saxophonist and clarinetist Patrick Wolff leading a hard-bop-rooted modern jazz group of some of San Francisco’s finest players into one of the city’s most focused listening rooms. Joined by Keith Saunders on piano, Eric Markowitz on bass, and special guest Mark Ferber on drums, the quartet leans into...
Experience the high-energy, genre-defying sound of The Smokedaddies at Tupelo. Known as the Bay Area’s premier Soul Cover Jam Band, this ensemble specializes in a kaleidoscope of musical styles, ensuring that no two performances are ever the same. From the deep grooves of Motown to the sprawling improvisations of the Grateful Dead and Phish, The...
Teapot Logic is a Bay Area groove quartet who deliver a deep blend of funk, soul, jazz, and rock appearing at the Boom Boom Room. With tight interplay and fearless improvisation, they move seamlessly between inventive originals and fresh takes on funk legends like James Brown, Grant Green, Herbie Hancock, and The Meters. Not only...
Anthony Fung “Common Language” Album Release Party at the Black Cat features drummer and composer Anthony Fung returning with his electrifying LA quartet for a four‑night residency of fearless, rhythm‑driven modern jazz. A rising voice on the international scene—having performed with Terrace Martin, Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, Chris Potter, and collaborated with Danilo Pérez, Grace...
Stan Erhart leads a guitar-driven trio at The Saloon in North Beach with a mix of roots rock, blues, and funk. The band features Marc Levine on bass and vocals, Stan Erhart on guitar and vocals, and Randy Hayes on drums and vocals.
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 rock, and is known for a guitar-forward sound and gravelly vocals documented on releases such as his album "Holy Sinners & Sinful Saints."