Karina Denike and Michael McIntosh appear at the Rite Spot. They are prominent, long-time collaborative musicians based in the San Francisco Bay Area and frequently perform together as a dynamic musical duo and as core members of the vintage jazz and swing ensemble, The Cottontails
Akira Tana Trio featuring Javon Jackson at Mr. Tipples brings together celebrated jazz masters for an evening of hard bop, post-bop, and straight-ahead jazz. Drummer Akira Tana and tenor saxophonist Javon Jackson lead a soulful, swinging set with Gary Brown and Glen Pearson. Tickets: $15-30
Join us at Sweetie’s Art Bar for an unforgettable night with the Vince Lateano Trio! Experience the masterful jazz drumming of Vince Lateano, a San Francisco jazz legend who has played alongside icons like Cal Tjader and Stan Getz. The trio brings a lively mix of classic and contemporary jazz in an intimate setting that’s perfect for true music lovers. Don’t miss this chance to enjoy authentic jazz vibes with one of the genre’s seasoned pros. The Vince Lateano Trio’s performances are soulful, swinging, and always engaging — a perfect way to spend your evening. Mark your calendar, bring friends, and […]
The Golden Sardine in North Beach hosts its First Friday Poetry Series — an upstairs poetry loft gathering featuring readings by Carlos Quinteros III, Reuben Gelley Newman, and Randall Mann in the intimate setting of a wine bar and poetry bookstore. As part of the broader North Beach First Friday Poetry Crawl, this series offers a focused space to hear contemporary work from emerging and established voices, with glasses raised among shelves of verse as the neighborhood’s literary community comes together to kick off the month
Hipsteria is one of San Francisco’s favorite jazz, soul and party bands! Members of Hipsteria have included some of music’s legendary musicians! Featuring “Tender Tim” on drums and some vocals Hipsteria plays every Friday at Etcetera Wine bar.
Malpica is appearing at Belle Cora, bringing high‑energy Cumbia‑ and Salsa‑influenced music to the North Beach wine bar setting. Pablo Malpica blends percussion, guitar and vocals with some original tracks to create an upbeat, community‑minded atmosphere that invites listeners to relax and move to the groove.
Twang City is playing at Otherwise Brewing for North Beach First Fridays featuring Kit Ruscoe, Robi Bean and Marc Levine. Twang City is a dynamic, genre-blending band hailing from San Francisco, CA. Known for their unique fusion of rootsy Americana, indie rock, and a touch of vintage twang, they bring a sound that’s both fresh and nostalgic.
INSTANT ALTER at the Black Cat features a new Future Fusion group led by saxophonist Emilio Modeste and vocalist Natasha Agrama In a world full of one-dimensional and referential musical stylings, INSTANT ALTER cuts through the noise with a fearlessly genre-bending and extremely fresh sound that blends jazz, rock, soul, storytelling, and the celebratory spirit of the Brazilian Tropicalia movement. INSTANT ALTER blends a shapeshifting mix of styles to define one of the future sounds of jazz and beyond. Led by saxophonist Emilio Modeste and vocalist Natasha Agrama, their chordless quartet teams with rising stars Brandon Rose and Myles Martin to […]
Jessica Loos poetry series 7pm, art by Roger Strobbel. Poetry reading and music in front of Macchiarini Creative Design. Follow the poets up to Coit Tower at 9pm. Want to know more about the North Beach Poetry Crawl? Check out Mukethe Kawinzi’s experience in Quiet Lighting.
Akira Tana Trio featuring Javon Jackson at Mr. Tipples brings together celebrated jazz masters for an evening of hard bop, post-bop, and straight-ahead jazz. Drummer Akira Tana and tenor saxophonist Javon Jackson lead a soulful, swinging set with Gary Brown and Glen Pearson. Tickets: $15-30
THE MINA PROJECT represents the music of Italian singer Mina Mazzini in her tradition, in particular, paying tribute to her songs of the 1960’s and 1970’s. Mina is considered the most successful proponent of the canzone italiana through Italian mainstream pop music. Mina’s work combines classic Italian pop with elements of Jazz, Blues, Swing, R&B and Soul. Her work spans 5 decades, and, having sold over 150 million records worldwide, she is the most prolific and versatile pop singer in Italian music to this day, Ask any Italian citizen… they all know MINA! THE MINA PROJECT consists of: Anne-Marie Russo on […]
The Jon Frank Trio plays at Bird & Beckett. Drummer Jon Frank has been a fixture of the San Francisco jazz scene since the mid-1970s — and a beloved music educator who taught in the city's public schools for 39 years. His trio with pianist Grant Levin and veteran bassist Chris Amberger swings through standards, ballads, and Latin jazz with the easy rapport of longtime bandstand companions.
Experience the authentic sounds of soul and funk with the OG Rhythm & Blues Band at the Sheba Piano Lounge from 7:30-10:30pm. The group is a mainstay of Sheba’s rotation, known for their classic repertoire that honors the neighborhood’s legacy as the "Harlem of the West".
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...
Steven Lugerner brings his San Francisco-based trio to Stookey's Blue Room for dynamic renditions of Duke Ellington, Thelonious Monk, and more — a Bay Area native the New York Times has called "an impeccably trained multi-reedist," whose multiple critically acclaimed albums and collaborations with Fred Hersch, Taylor Eigsti, Albert "Tootie" Heath, Eric Harland, Anat Cohen,...
Gaucho is a masterful Bay Area band that combines the influence of gypsy jazz of 1930’s Europe with the rhythmic drive and collective improvisation of New Orleans swing music, gutbucket...
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...
Ladies and Gentemen, introducing Fog City Swing! The bay area's newest and hottest swing band featuring an electrifying three horn front line, stellar crooning vocals, and a swing till you drop rhythm section. This seven piece ensemble will transport you to the 1940’s, it is truly the world’s smallest big band! Fog City Swing is...
Angela LaFlamme at the Rite Spot features San Francisco vocalist Angela LaFlamme fronting a six-piece band devoted to cabaret jazz, torch songs, and mid-century lounge sounds. Backed by guitarist Myles Boisen, pianist Michael Risse, bassist Greg Olwell, drummer Garry Williams, and a horn section of Danny Cao and Scott Larson, LaFlamme reimagines material spanning eight...
Experience an intimate evening of soulful jazz, blues, and swing featuring the iconic trio of Lavay Smith, Mike Olmos, and Chris Siebert! Vocalist Lavay Smith delivers sultry, classic jazz and blues alongside the powerful trumpet of Mike Olmos. Musical director Chris Siebert on the house Hammond organ.
The Dayramir González Quartet at Mr. Tipples brings Afro-Cuban jazz to the stage through pianist and composer Dayramir González’s Havana-rooted sound. Joined by Tony Austin, Tiago Gonzalez, and Ollie Lopez, the quartet blends Cuban rhythms, modern jazz harmony, and virtuosic improvisation. Tickets: $15-30
Join the Coit Tower Poetry Club with a reading of Cara Vida featuring the San Francisco-based performance artist and poet known for gritty, collage-style spoken word and performances on the back...
INSTANT ALTER at the Black Cat features a new Future Fusion group led by saxophonist Emilio Modeste and vocalist Natasha Agrama In a world full of one-dimensional and referential musical stylings, INSTANT ALTER cuts through the noise with a fearlessly genre-bending and extremely fresh sound that blends jazz, rock, soul, storytelling, and the celebratory spirit...
Takezo (Yoshinobu Takeda) is a rhythm and blues singer and guitarist who appears at The Saloon in North Beach. Born in Kagawa and raised in Kyoto, he began singing in bands and composing music at age 12, drawing early inspiration from American film soundtracks, The Beatles, and Otis Redding, and has been based in San...
Deltaphonic at the Boom Boom Room brings a genre-blending Southern sound rooted in rock ’n’ roll, New Orleans funk, soul, and Hill Country blues. Founded in New Orleans by Andrew T. Weekes, the band’s current lineup adds Paul Provosty, Trenton O’Neal, and Logan Sellers, creating a powerful live show built on strong songwriting and standout...