Chris Burns is an American pianist, organist, songwriter, and producer whose deep roots in blues, soul, and R&B have made him a sought-after collaborator for more than three decades. A core member of The Lucky Losers for over ten years, Burns co-writes extensively with Cathy Lemons and Phil Berkowitz and has appeared on all six...
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...
Berkeley native Ethan Ostrow returns to the Bay from Minneapolis, where he has established himself as a leading voice in the jazz and original music scenes. Ethan’s music draws influence from rock and folk music, and is “dynamic, passionate, and gorgeous” (East Bay Express). Ethan’s credits include Dayna Stephens, Kellin Hanas, Nick Marziani, and contestants of...
Lavay Smith and Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers will set the stage ablaze with a dazzling performance that promises to whisk you away to the enchanting eras of the roaring '20s and swinging '40s. Join us for a night, where Lavay, adorned in her stunning glittering gowns, will captivate you with her powerful vocals, channeling...
A true treasure of the Bay Area jazz scene, vocalist Paula West is celebrated for her rich contralto voice and deeply expressive interpretations of song.Her repertoire moves effortlessly from the Great American Songbook to inspired reinventions of music by artists like Bob Dylan, David Bowie, Lou Reed, and Johnny Cash, always delivered with nuance, emotional...
Dida Pelled seems like she could steal your girlfriend in a New York minute. A Brooklyn-based jazz guitarist, singer and songwriter with a storyteller’s instinct and a mischievous sense of genre, Pelled has every audience in the palm of her hand. Whether delivering a jazz standard, a scorched blues, or an original that swerves somewhere...
The Nickel Slots bring their high-energy Americana/roots-rock sound to The Riptide on Saturday, April 11 at 9:30 pm, serving up story-driven originals and bar-ready covers with twangy guitars, big hooks, and a rowdy, good-time vibe that’s perfect for a late-night oceanfront dive-bar hang.
Delta Wires bring their powerhouse blues to the stage at the Saloon. Inducted into the California Blues Hall of Fame and voted “Best Live Band” by the East Bay Express, they draw on their long Bay Area history and festival appearances, including the San Francisco Blues Festival, to present a set rooted in their established...
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,...
Berkeley native Ethan Ostrow returns to the Bay from Minneapolis, where he has established himself as a leading voice in the jazz and original music scenes. Ethan’s music draws influence from rock and folk music, and is “dynamic, passionate, and gorgeous” (East Bay Express). Ethan’s credits include Dayna Stephens, Kellin Hanas, Nick Marziani, and contestants of...
Alan Jones is a 21 year-old Bassist and Composer from Denver, Colorado dedicated to honoring the legacy of Black American Music through performance and composition. He has shared the stage with greats such as Matt Wilson, David Sanchez, Ed Simon, Christopher Clarke, Carmen Bradford, Chad Lefkowitz-Brown, Kristen Strom, and Keith Oxman. He currently studies with...
Alan Jones is a 21 year-old Bassist and Composer from Denver, Colorado dedicated to honoring the legacy of Black American Music through performance and composition. He has shared the stage with greats such as Matt Wilson, David Sanchez, Ed Simon, Christopher Clarke, Carmen Bradford, Chad Lefkowitz-Brown, Kristen Strom, and Keith Oxman. He currently studies with...