Iya Lingua will have you up and dancing with a unique blend of classic swing, Brazilian samba, Cuban salsa and American soul music. Iya Lingua is led by trilingual vocalist and percussionist Morgan Simon, who joins us fresh from Cuba where she was a featured artist at the 41st Havana International Jazz Fest (Jazz Plaza)....
The Royale welcomes Bodega Kat — serving up a lush blend of soul, pop, oldies, and R&B in an intimate, feel‑good night of timeless melodies and groove‑forward favorites, now set against the dim, stylish ambiance of one of Lower Nob Hill’s favorite lounges.
Mike Zilber at Keys Jazz Bistro brings a saxophone-led post-bop sound, balancing intense swing, lyrical ballads, and adventurous improvisation. He’s joined by pianist Peter Horvath, bassist Dan Feiszli, and drummer Jason Lewis for a contemporary jazz quartet set.
Howard Wiley at Mr. Tipples brings the Oakland saxophonist’s soulful blend of jazz, funk, gospel, and R&B to a groove-driven live set. Rooted in church music and the East Bay funk tradition, Wiley pairs expressive improvisation with the danceable energy he’s known for. Tickets: $15-30 Two Shows: 9pm and 10:30pm
Benito Gonzalez Trio featuring drummer living legend Jeff “Tain” Watts at Black Cat brings the two-time Grammy-nominated pianist to San Francisco for a three-night run of propulsive, Afro-Latin-driven piano trio jazz. Gonzalez's explosive sound draws on the influence of McCoy Tyner, Herbie Hancock, Chick Corea, and Keith Jarrett, built from major runs with Kenny Garrett and...
Barrio Manouche at The Deluxe is an international acoustic ensemble founded by Spanish guitarist and composer Javi Jiménez, blending jazz manouche, modern jazz, flamenco, and Latin American rhythms. With musicians from Spain, Quebec, Colombia, France, Brazil, and the U.S., plus dancer Fanny Ara, the group delivers original music with a vivid, cross-cultural live presence.
Radio Incognito returns to the Riptide. The SF Bay Area based band blends elements of punk, blues, and alternative rock, and consists of members Keith Moonlight (guitar and vocals), Steven Wiig (drums), and Doran.
Marshall Law at Tupelo features Sam Marshall and his dynamic band performing an energetic mix of Blues, Rock, Country, and Soul. Their shows combine classic covers and original songs with powerful rhythms, soulful melodies, and guitar-forward arrangements, creating an inclusive, crowd-pleasing live set built for dancing and sing-alongs.
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,...
Max Ehrhardt at the Dawn Club features Oakland based trumpet player and educator dedicated to spreading music and creativity into the Bay-Area community. Drawing influence from Hard Bop players such as Lee Morgan, Blue Mitchell, and Freddie Hubbard as well as Funk and Soul artists like Billy Withers and Earth, Wind, and Fire, Max shares his...
Fred Ross "Out to Brunch" at Keys Jazz Bistro brings soulful vocals to a blend of jazz, blues, R&B, and funk. A San Francisco native and longtime Starlight Room performer, Ross draws on a career that includes touring with funk greats Pee Wee Ellis, Fred Wesley, and Maceo Parker.
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...
Vince Lateano Trio brings a veteran Bay Area rhythm section to Jazz in Kerouac Alley, hosted by Vesuvio Cafe. Drummer Vince Lateano has been a central figure in San Francisco jazz since the 1960s, with major collaborations including Vince Guaraldi, Cal Tjader, Woody Herman, and Stan Getz; he also served as house drummer at Jazz...
Andrew Oliver with Nick Rossi’s Far West Jazz Band at The DeLuxe features the Portland pianist and small-group jazz in the style of the 1920s and 1930s, moving from lively hot jazz to early swing. The collaboration focuses on the rhythmic drive and ensemble interplay of classic prewar jazz.
The Lucky Horseshoe hosts its long-standing Bluegrass Jam every Sunday afternoon. Unlike a typical circle jam, this is a unique performance jam where musicians take to the stage to play into microphones for a live crowd. It’s an intermediate-to-advanced level session that brings together the best of the Bay Area’s roots and bluegrass community, turning...
The Sunday Blues Jam at Pier 23 is the perfect way to spend a rollicking afternoon on the waterfront — anchored by the inimitable blues drummer Sean Donoghue, this open jam welcomes professional musicians and budding artists alike to jump in and play. Grab a drink, a bite, hit the dance floor, and bring your...
Catch Blues Power at the Sunday afternoon residency at the Saloon. Blues Power is a San Francisco blues project led by Mark Naftalin, known as a legendary pianist, producer, and blues advocate. The core band members typically include Mark Naftalin on keyboards, along with a rotating lineup of top Bay Area blues musicians such as...
Live Salsa Saturdays at The Ramp bring live salsa bands to the waterfront patio every week from 4 pm to 10 pm, turning the bayside spot into one of San Francisco’s go‑to salsa destinations. Dancers and listeners can enjoy high‑energy salsa sets with sweeping Bay views, evening breezes, and a casual outdoor vibe, with a...
Joe Paulino’s HOWL & (my)HOWL Reading at Specs pairs Allen Ginsberg’s landmark Beat poem with Paulino’s contemporary response. Paulino will read both works, tracing how his poem echoes and challenges...
Deep Thicket Dwellers at Bird & Beckett bring an Oakland string band whose members came west from Alaska and Virginia, playing what they call Hillbilly Jazz — bluegrass and old-time fiddle tunes crossed with gypsy jazz and a streak of John Hartford's playfulness. Forrest Allen sings and plays fiddle and mandolin, Iggy sings and plays...
My Blue Soul at Tupelo is a vibrant San Francisco band specializing in soul, blues, and funk. Formed in 2010, they gained a strong local following with energetic live shows and an eight-year residency at the renowned Condor Club. The band features Carmin D’Leto on vocals and guitar, Brandon Jackson on trumpet, Ron Estrada on...
Settle into a Sunday evening that feels straight out of a New Orleans daydream as Gaucho brings their signature hot-club–inspired jazz to Brenda’s French Soul Food. From 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, the band turns the Polk Street institution into a warm, swinging supper room, mixing Django-style gypsy jazz, classic standards, and soulful improvisations that...
Returning to Keys Jazz Bistro, Suzanna Smith fronts another stellar ensemble to work her magic around the Peggy Lee songbook. “There are relatively few contemporary female vocalists who evoke Peggy Lee, at least not genuinely. Suzanna Smith numbers among that rare ilk. That Smith sounds like Lee — slightly breathy and warmly sensual with a...