Step into the golden age of San Francisco at Comstock Saloon, where What’s Cookin’ with Mark Patron serves up a high-fidelity soundtrack of hard-bop and soul-jazz. Performing in a room that has remained virtually unchanged since 1907, the group blends the historic "Barbary Coast" atmosphere with a polished, modern musicality. Whether you're seated at the...
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...
Experience an intimate evening of soulful jazz, blues, and swing featuring Marty Wehner (Trombone), Rob Barics (Tenor Saxophone and Clarinet) & Chris Siebert (Hammond Organ)! Marty Wehner, Rob Barics, and Chris Siebert are veteran San Francisco-based jazz musicians and frequent collaborators. They are most notably members of the Lavay Smith & Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers 8-piece band, where they...
Wobbly World members are distinguished musicians from around the world who left their country for the American dream, became citizens, and fully embraced the spirit of freedom and American traditions. We believe in the power of collaboration, unity, and equality and live and breathe it in our daily lives. We are musicians and singers from...
Collectivity is a jazz/funk, psychedelic soul band originally formed in Shanghai, China and now based in the SF Bay Area. We're talking about blistering energy and genre blending from an ensemble of world class musicians with a focus on exploration through collective improvisation. Upbeat grooves, soulful guitar work and tight arrangements are things to expect...
Howard Wiley | Tenor Joel Behrman | Trumpet Ryan Pate | Guitar Adam Carlson | Drums Ruthie Dineen | Piano Andrew Lion | Bass Co-led by pianist/composer Ruthie Dineen and bassist/composer Andrew Lion, Negative Press Project is a forward-thinking chamber jazz ensemble known for richly orchestrated original works that bridge jazz, classical, and contemporary forms. The group celebrates the release of its fifth...
Anthony Paule is a San Francisco–based blues and soul guitarist, singer, and songwriter known for his rich tone and deep roots in classic R&B. As leader of the Anthony Paule Soul Orchestra, he delivers powerful, horn-driven performances that blend electric blues with vintage soul, earning acclaim for authenticity, musicianship, and dynamic live shows.
Following their sold-out Stevie Wonder Reimagined and Prince Reimagined shows, Jazz Mafia returns with a new project exploring the music of The Beatles through a modern lens. Helmed by multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Otis McDonald and featuring Jazz Mafia’s core acoustic ensemble, the show reframes the band’s legendary catalog with fresh grooves, inventive arrangements, and unexpected...
Trumpeter, vocalist, and percussionist Pete Rodríguez, featured on three Grammy-winning records, commands the stage with fiery energy and masterful artistry. He’s collaborated with legends like Tito Puente, Branford Marsalis, and Eddie Palmieri. His original compositions highlight his incredible technique and sound. With a bold, modern jazz style, his work is narrative-driven and timeless. Rodriguez has...
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.
Keeping folks up past 10 pm in SF is no easy feat, but Key’s owner Simon Rowe has been showcasing the best of the Bay Area’s organ trios in his late night Saturday sets. His ‘Transcendent Trio’, formed for a “Jazz on the Patio” residency during the pandemic will feature the dynamic Kai Lyons- guitar,...
Howard Wiley | Tenor Joel Behrman | Trumpet Ryan Pate | Guitar Adam Carlson | Drums Ruthie Dineen | Piano Andrew Lion | Bass Co-led by pianist/composer Ruthie Dineen and bassist/composer Andrew Lion, Negative Press Project is a forward-thinking chamber jazz ensemble known for richly orchestrated original works that bridge jazz, classical, and contemporary forms. The group celebrates the release of its fifth...