The Jazz Therapy Trio brings three seasoned Bay Area musicians to Bird & Beckett for an evening of introspective, lyrical jazz. Pianist Ben Stolorow — praised by the SF Chronicle as "a pianist with a gift for crafting alluring melodies that cry out for lyrics" — leads the ensemble, drawing on studies with Fred Hersch...
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,"...
Nadav Beary brings a blues-soaked, funk-infused approach to jazz drumming to Stookey's Blue Room — a Berkeley native who got his start at 14 in the celebrated Berkeley High jazz ensemble before going on to graduate from The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music in New York under the mentorship of legends Reggie Workman...
Gaucho is a masterful Bay Area band that combines the influence of gypsy jazz of 1930’s Europe with the rhythmic drive and collective improvisation of New Orleans swing music, gutbucket blues and elements of ragtime. Their sound, a uniquely American concoction, blends instrumental acuity and lighthearted humor that keep their audience coming back for more....
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...
Lose yourself in Bay Area’s Tracy Cruz’s spirit filled, rich candied vocals; she is a full-time musical artist, songwriter and vocal coach, taking home over 40 prestigious music awards such as the 2022 Intercontinental Music Awards for “Best of North America in the R&B genre”, 2022 Josie Music Award for “Vocalist of the Year” (R&B/Soul),...
An intimate evening of vintage jazz and blues at the Royal Cuckoo Organ Lounge featuring the core of the Red Hot Skillet Lickers. Lavay Smith (Vocals): The "Queen of Classic Jazz" delivers soulful, sultry interpretations of swing and jump blues legends. Chris Siebert (Hammond Organ): The band’s musical director showcases his mastery on the Cuckoo's vintage Hammond A-100.
The Royale welcomes August West for its debut appearance — bringing a groove‑driven mix of funk and soul to Lower Nob Hill’s favorite speakeasy‑style lounge. In The Royale’s focused, intimate setting, the band’s modern jam sensibility feels like a private session, and with no cover at the door, it’s an easy way to plug into...
David K. Mathews at Mr. Tipple’s features the Berkeley-born pianist and organist leading a seasoned jazz set with Tony Lindsay on vocals, Rob Fisher on bass, and Akira Tana on drums. A veteran of the Bay Area scene since his teens, Mathews has moved from early R&B work and years with Tower of Power into...
Keys Jazz Bistro presents a rare, one-night-only appearance by Hella Fitzgerald, the Bay Area collective led by vocalist and bandleader Lilan Kane, delivering a signature blend of soul, jazz, funk, R&B, and reimagined classics in the intimate heart of North Beach. With world-class musicians whose credits include Lauryn Hill, Santana, Sheila E, Michael Franti, Fantastic...
The Cash Box Kings at Biscuits and Blues feature a Chicago‑based band dedicated to preserving and revitalizing classic Delta and 1950s Chicago blues, bringing gritty vocals, masterful musicianship, and strong original songwriting to one of San Francisco’s most intimate blues rooms. Channeling the spirit of Muddy Waters, Howlin’ Wolf, and other blues legends while adding...
Georgia Blues Band at Sheba Piano Lounge brings a soulful, guitar-driven blend of traditional blues, R&B, and upbeat shuffles to the Fillmore. Led by vocalist and harmonica player Georgia Jackson, the band channels Chicago and West Coast blues traditions through groove-heavy, improvisational performances.
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.
A Reggae/Funk band with dance Energy jazz-inspired solos at the Boom Boom Room. Eric Wiley Coyotes band features funk and Reggae Originals and covers with solos by all band members reminiscent of the classic bands of many decades. The music is a mix of cover tunes and originals with strong influence from the New Orleans...
David K. Mathews at Mr. Tipple’s features the Berkeley-born pianist and organist leading a seasoned jazz set with Tony Lindsay on vocals, Rob Fisher on bass, and Akira Tana on drums. A veteran of the Bay Area scene since his teens, Mathews has moved from early R&B work and years with Tower of Power into...
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 Ken Seideman Jazz Trio performs an array of diverse tunes in the Jazz, Rock, Blues and Reggae genres at Pier 23 on Saturday, August 1st, from 4-7pm. Ken’s lightening fast fingers, Ed’s fretless bass and perfect pitch voice, combined with Tim’s tasteful brush work and crisp drum rolls, make for an enjoyable afternoon on...
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.
The Octomutt Duet brings their genre-bending sound to their home turf at The Rite Spot — a San Francisco Bay Area duo featuring Ashley Adams on bass and Ted Savarese on guitar and vocals, their music draws from folk, blues, roots rock, and experimental indie into the kind of hard-to-pigeonhole mix that feels distinctly San...
Pedro José Pastrana Trio at Mr. Tipple’s features Puerto Rico–born cuatro player Pedro José Pastrana presenting music from his latest album, Lo Que Nos Llevamos, with Ayla Dávila on bass and Colin Douglas on drums. Rooted in the jíbaro tradition and shaped by a wide range of musical experiences across Puerto Rico, Mexico, and the...
Hammond Cheese Combo at The Deluxe features Steve Lucky’s soulful, funky, and sometimes swingin’ organ trio bringing vintage 1960s groove to the Haight’s cozy listening room. With Ms. Getit on guitar and vocals, Steve Lucky on Hammond organ and Leslie, and Greg Wyser‑Pratte on drums, the band serves up hip, retro‑flavored instrumentals and vocal tunes...
Six Roses at Etcetera Wine Bar brings the multi‑genre collaboration between saxophonist David Boyce and guitarist/loop artist Michael Cavaseno into the Mission’s cozy wine bar, turning the room into an intimate sound lab for improvisation and texture. Blending saxophones, guitar, and live loops, Six Roses moves fluidly across jazz, ambient, soul, and experimental sounds, making...
Tia Carroll at Biscuits and Blues features powerhouse vocalist Tia Carroll leading a soul‑stirring journey through blues and gospel‑infused soul in one of San Francisco’s most intimate rooms. Steeped in the traditions of rhythm and blues, she commands the stage with heartfelt performances, moving seamlessly from gritty, soulful ballads to upbeat, high‑energy tunes that showcase...
Keys Jazz Bistro welcomes the Brad Leali Jazz Quartet featuring Carla Helmbrecht — Carla's sensitive and sophisticated vocal stylings are the perfect complement to the soulful, blues- and swing-influenced style of Brad Leali, one of today's most notable saxophonists who has toured and recorded with Harry Connick, Jr., the Count Basie Orchestra, and Lyle Lovett,...