Patrick Wolff’s newest band is a swinging organ quartet that draws from the style of the late 50s/early 60s collaborations of Shirley Scott/ “Lockjaw” Davis and Lou Donaldson/ Big John Patton. Featuring two of the Bay’s experts in this idiom, pianist/organist Adam Shulman and guitarist Jack Tone Riordan, and the talented up and coming drummer Miles Turk,...
For over a decade Otherwise Brewing has hosted Beer with Soul with the mega talented Booker D. It's the perfect way to split your week -- vibe out to some soul/funk/r&b classics on 45rpm, sip a delish GF bevvie, nosh on a yummy hot dog, and take a load off in the company of friends....
The Peninsula Project appears Wednesday from 8–11pm at the Comstock Saloon, led by pianist and vocalist Eric Shifrin. The quartet focuses on piano-driven swing, stride, and classic jazz, with a lineup featuring Eric Shifrin on piano and vocals, Rick Brown on trombone, Carl Herder on bass, and Garry Williams on drums, in a setting that...
Step into a slice of Paris in the heart of North Beach for an evening of enchanting melodies with the Alexandra Rieloff Trio! Alexandra Rieloff brings her sophisticated trio to the intimate stage of Paris 75. Featuring the talented Mark Holzinger on guitar and Rob Bassinette on bass, the ensemble is known for their polished...
Patrick Wolff’s newest band is a swinging organ quartet that draws from the style of the late 50s/early 60s collaborations of Shirley Scott/ “Lockjaw” Davis and Lou Donaldson/ Big John Patton. Featuring two of the Bay’s experts in this idiom, pianist/organist Adam Shulman and guitarist Jack Tone Riordan, and the talented up and coming drummer Miles Turk,...
Tom Coneely & Birds of Paradise bring their warm, harmony-rich Americana sound to Tupelo, blending folk, country, and rock influences into melodic, story-driven songs. Drawing on Coneely’s songwriting and the band’s tight instrumental interplay, their set moves from tender ballads to easy-rolling grooves, a natural fit for Tupelo’s relaxed North Beach vibe. It is an...
The Door Slammers bring classic North Beach blues-rock back to the Saloon, carrying on the legacy of their founder, the late Johnny Nitro, a cornerstone of the San Francisco blues scene for over three decades. Known for their gritty, guitar-driven sound and passionate live shows, the band continues the tradition that helped shape and mentor...
Michael Weiner plays the piano with his jazz group at Pier 23 Café on Thursday 4-7pm. Weiner has been playing piano since he was 3 years old. Join us for a fun night, relax with your favorite drink and grab a bite from our delicious menu. We look forward to having you with us! When...
Rayner Brock is a vocalist, musician, and songwriter appearing at The Saloon, leading a band that features Bruce Zwieg on keyboards, Marcus David on drums, and Brock on guitar and vocals. Beginning on electric bass and later extending his work to voice, guitar, keys, and studio production, he has moved from years as a sideman...
Keys Jazz Bistro welcomes Atta Kid, an all-star crew that reaches into the swampy lilt of New Orleans and the razor-sharp precision of the East Bay at the same time. This staple of the Bay Area scene since 2013 is led by Daniel Casares (sax and vocals)and Max Cowan (B-3, keyboards and vocals), Atta Kid...
Wonderful Bay Area based vocalist and performer Valeriana Quevedo returns to Specs with her band for an evening of jazz, Latin, blues and songs from the Great American Songbook.
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...