Kick off your Friday night with the chill but groovy sounds of Radio Veloso, San Francisco’s premier instrumental quartet. Known for crafting a soundscape that feels like a lost 70’s movie soundtrack, Radio Veloso blends the rhythmic pulse of 90’s hip hop with the grit of 60’s soul and the hazy textures of afro-funk psychedelia....
Charles Unger Experience is a long‑running San Francisco jazz group led by saxophonist and bandleader Charles Unger, appearing at Mr. Tipple’s Recording Studio. The band leans into melodic, groove‑friendly jazz rooted in swing, bebop, and Latin influences, offering an upbeat, crowd‑pleasing set that matches Mr. Tipple’s intimate, cocktail‑driven listening room. Charles Unger | Sax Sue...
Chase Walker Band delivers high-energy blues rock packed with grit, soul, and scorching guitar work. Fronted by guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter Chase Walker, the group blends classic blues roots with a modern edge that feels both timeless and fresh. Based in California and shaped by Nashville’s music scene, Chase Walker Band has quickly earned buzz...
Oakland’s powerhouse collective Jazz Mafia dives deep into the purple catalog for Prince Reimagined, a high energy tribute to the music of Prince. Now in its third year, the show has become a fan favorite with all performances selling out last season. From slow burning ballads to high octane funk anthems, the band reimagines Prince’s...
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.
Charles Unger Experience is a long‑running San Francisco jazz group led by saxophonist and bandleader Charles Unger, appearing at Mr. Tipple’s Recording Studio. The band leans into melodic, groove‑friendly jazz rooted in swing, bebop, and Latin influences, offering an upbeat, crowd‑pleasing set that matches Mr. Tipple’s intimate, cocktail‑driven listening room. Charles Unger | Sax Sue...
Max Ehrhardt is a Oakland based trumpet player and educator dedicated to spreading music and creativity into the Bay-Area community. Growing up in programs like Oaktown Jazz Workshops and earning his undergraduate degree at the University of the Pacific under the instruction of Joe Mazzaferro, Max has accumulated a wealth of musical experience spanning multiple...
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...
North Beach New Orleans
Emma Jean Foster & American Soul is a San Francisco–based band led by Grammy‑nominated vocalist and songwriter Emma Jean Foster, appearing at The Saloon in North Beach. They perform a mix of soul, gospel blues, Motown, and American standards, and are known for hosting Sunday night open mic jams at Swig and playing at venues...
Multifaceted saxophonist, bandleader, composer, and arranger Dan White brings dynamism to his every pursuit. Pushing boundaries with his own singular projects, reimagining the art of the groove in Huntertones, firing on all cylinders with Cory Wong’s Hornheads, enlivening the cool in Kurt Elling’s Super Blue, and playing to the masses with Lake Street Dive, White...