La Papaya Theory brings an infectious, danceable blend of tropical grooves and improvisation to The Deluxe, featuring multi-instrumentalist Pablo Malpica. Rooted in traditional Colombian and Latin American cumbia rhythms, the project weaves together psychedelic funk textures, jazz harmonies, and live looping to craft an energetic, modern soundscape. Driven by Malpica's syncopated rhythms, rhythmic guitar lines,...
Bay Area guitar icon and composer Ray Obiedo brings his dynamic ensemble to Keys Jazz Bistro for an evening of sun-drenched melodies and infectious rhythm. A seasoned veteran who has toured and recorded with luminaries like Herbie Hancock, George Duke, and Sheila E., Obiedo pioneered a distinctive Northern California sound that bridges contemporary jazz with...
Eamonn Flynn at the Redwood Room brings an intimate, soulful performance from the Dublin-born pianist, organist, singer, and songwriter. Flynn’s music blends Irish soul with blues, R&B, gospel, jazz, and singer-songwriter storytelling, shaped by his work with artists including Elvin Bishop, Maria Muldaur, Evelyn “Champagne” King, Michael Franti & Spearhead, and The Commitments. Expect expressive...
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...
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...
Cosmo Alleycats are playing at Local Edition. The group have been a favorite of the San Francisco music scene since the band’s 2010 beginning, bringing to the stage a potent mix of swing and vintage dance music with a dynamic, soulful delivery. Led by vocalist Emily Day (“one of the major singers in her field”...
Fog City Swing was created by Trumpeter Daniel Herrera in 2023, the goal, to become the “world’s smallest big band!” Rapidly becoming one of the preeminent Jazz and Swing bands in the Bay Area, their ongoing Friday night residency at San Francisco’s premier Jazz venue, the Dawn Club, features some of Northern California’s top vocalists...
Bay Area jazz fusion powerhouse Wampa lands at Keys Jazz Bistro with an electrifying concept that reimagines John Williams’s iconic Star Wars themes as high-octane electro-funk. Channeling the sonic spirit of Herbie Hancock’s Headhunters, Vangelis, and Chick Corea, the quartet features alto saxophonist and EWI player Jesse Levit running winds through textured effect chains, keyboardist...
San Francisco saxophone veteran Charles Unger brings the Charles Unger Experience back to Mr. Tipples for an evening of exuberant jazz, funk, and soulful grooves. A vital force in the Bay Area music scene for more than four decades and an instrumental figure in the club’s resident history, Unger commands tenor, alto, and soprano saxophones...
The Good Evening Folks bring a delightfully eerie, nostalgic musical séance to the stage at The Deluxe. Fronted by the vocal pairing of Meredith Edgar and Lester T. Raww (frontman...
Steve Freund at The Saloon brings Brooklyn-born, Chicago-bred blues to the stage with guitar, vocals, and a no-frills devotion to the form. He is joined by Wendy DeWitt on keyboards and Kirk Harwood on drums.
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...
Robson Batinga at Pier 23 features the Brazilian singer, composer, guitarist, and multi-instrumentalist, whose four decades of experience span the rhythms of Brazil’s Northeast and beyond. His upbeat performances draw on forró, xote, xaxado, and baião alongside bossa nova, samba, jazz, blues, and more.
Austin Wazz (Austin Wasielewski) is the lead singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist of Analog Dog, a San Francisco-based psychedelic indie-disco band he co-founded with Rob Nicol, appearing at The Grove. His solo sets draw on the band's signature blend of dance-heavy grooves and socially conscious songwriting, bringing an energetic, groove-forward sound to the café's laid-back neighborhood...
The 3 Elements is the jazz-fusion project of Andre Mateo and Anthony Ferraro, bringing an energetic blend of improvisation, rhythmic groove, and contemporary fusion textures to The Grove.
Andrew St. James at The Grove blends folk, rock, country, and garage influences with sharp lyrics and raw live energy. His songs draw on classic American songwriting while leaving room for a more experimental edge.
Parlor Tricks is the world’s first and foremost industrial ragtime band appearing at Scopo Divino. An hot-music combination specializing in vaudeville, blues, swing, and original numbers all distinguished by heavy doses of syncopation and stomp.
The Seismics bring the vintage modern California sound crashing into The Deluxe — a four-piece instrumental surf band from Ocean Beach, San Francisco, formed in 2016 and built on a repertoire spanning 60+ classic surf instrumental covers and originals, with over four hours of live music to prove it. Featuring 'Lost Jonny' Mojeske on lead/rhythm...
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...
Acclaimed Mexico City–born bassist, composer, and arranger Saúl Sierra brings his quintet to Mr. Tipples for an evening of Pan-American Latin jazz. Educated at Berklee College of Music and a central figure on the San Francisco jazz and Afro-Caribbean circuits for more than two decades, Sierra has performed with legends such as Arturo Sandoval, Poncho...
Oakland vocalist, composer, and bandleader Rhonda Sauce takes the stage at Keys Jazz Bistro with her versatile, deeply expressive sound. Rooted in mid-century jazz traditions while branching fluidly into blues, classic soul, and Brazilian rhythms, Sauce possesses a rich, magnetic voice praised for its warmth, storytelling power, and emotional nuance. Often backed by top-flight collaborators...
The Sheba Sound Collective brings together some of Sheba Piano Lounge's favorite Bay Area musicians for a night of upbeat jazz in the heart of the Fillmore. The rotating lineup draws on the deep pool of local talent that calls Sheba home, delivering an energetic, community-driven set in one of San Francisco's most intimate listening...
This Saturday, join two-time Latin Grammy nominee Eddy Nadia, Pachamama band, Andean costumed dancers and special guest master violinist Georges Lammam for a magical, musical night in a historic speakeasy.
What’s Cooking with Mark Patron at the Comstock Saloon is a flexible jazz ensemble that moves through classic and modern styles, with vocals and original material alongside standards.