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SUMMARY:Robson Batinga
DESCRIPTION:Robson Batinga is a Brazilian vocalist and multi-instrumentalist appearing at Amélie in Polk Gulch. His sets draw on samba\, bossa nova\, and other Brazilian popular styles\, creating an intimate\, acoustic-forward atmosphere that complements Amélie’s wine bar setting and encourages listeners to linger over a glass while the music unfolds.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/jazz-music-bands-local-musicians-2-2-5/
LOCATION:Amelie\, 1754 Polk St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Hernandez Hideaway (Balkan/Klezmer)
DESCRIPTION:Join Oakland-based Hernandez Hideaway at Specs for Balkan beats\, Klezmer stylings\, goofball remixes and original tunes. \nPlaying the Bay and beyond since 2009\, this band is always working hard to find that sweet spot where traditional meets modern. \nBottoms up: bass (Dan Harrison)\, accordion (Tim Phillips)\, trombone (Sam Hernandez)\, saxophone (Claire Phillips)\, and voice (Lucie Duffort).
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/hernandez-hideaway-hanukkah-party-balkan-klezmer/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:Specs’ Twelve Adler Museum Cafe\, 12 Saroyan Pl\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Woody Lauer’s Weekly Bluegrass Jam and Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Woody Lauer’s Weekly Bluegrass Jam and Showcase is an ongoing Sunday session at The Liberties\, led by guitarist and bandleader Woody Lauer. The evening centers on traditional bluegrass and country roots music\, combining a rotating cast of local pickers with featured showcase sets\, and offers a relaxed\, neighborhood‑pub setting where listeners can settle in with a drink while musicians trade solos\, harmonies\, and classic tunes.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/woody-lauers-weekly-bluegrass-jam-and-showcase/
LOCATION:The Liberties\, 998 Guerrero St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Katy Stephan
DESCRIPTION: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 that makes the band feel like part of the crowd. It’s the perfect soundtrack for settling into a leather booth\, ordering something stirred\, and letting the night stretch out a little longer than you planned.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/kathy-stephan/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:Comstock Saloon\, 155 Columbus Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Rotating Bands at the Lion’s Den
DESCRIPTION: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 of the city’s up and coming funk\, soul\, and R&B ensembles. \nThe Sound: From 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM\, the stage belongs to a curated selection of live bands. The rotation frequently features bands such as Mark Maiden\, Funky Sound Experience\, Jay Neal\, The Groove Foundation\, Baycoin Beats\, and Git With It. Whether it’s deep-pocket funk or smooth contemporary soul\, the music is designed to bridge the gap between a sophisticated lounge set and a packed dance floor. \nThe Atmosphere: The design features plush velvet banquettes\, historic photography\, and dim\, moody lighting. It is a space built for “adult” nightlife—where you can enjoy an Asian-inspired craft cocktail during the live set before the room transitions to a high-energy DJ vibe after 11:00 PM. \nThe Experience: The Lion’s Den is a rare “no cover” gem in the heart of the city\, offering world-class musicianship in an intimate\, stylish setting. It is a place to rediscover the “cool” of Chinatown while supporting the next generation of San Francisco’s musical talent. \n\nA Legacy Reclaimed\nThe Lion’s Den occupies a legendary footprint in San Francisco history. In the 1940s and 50s\, Chinatown was a global nightlife epicenter\, home to iconic clubs like the Forbidden City. The current venue at 57 Wentworth Place was once the site of Dragon A Go Go\, a 1960s hotspot that kept the neighborhood buzzing during the height of the San Francisco counterculture. After decades of relative quiet due to changing zoning laws\, the reopening of The Lion’s Den in 2021 marked the first new nightclub to open in Chinatown in nearly 40 years. Today\, it stands as a cultural bridge\, honoring the glamour of the “Harlem of the West” era while providing a vital modern stage for Asian-American artists and the local creative community.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/live-music-at-the-lions-den-2-2/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:Lion’s Den\, 57 Wentworth Pl\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Dirty Works Jazz Jam & Burlesque Show
DESCRIPTION:The Dirty Works Jazz Band brings its signature jam session to Paris 75 every first Thursday.  Led by upright bassist Kyle Finley\, these “Dirty Works & Friends” nights transform the North Beach venue into a buzzing jazz laboratory. Far from a casual background set\, this is a professional performance environment where the house band sets a high bar before inviting local players to sit in and trade solos on the fly. \nThe only Jazz Jam to feature a burlesque dancer\, Raya\, who performs with the band from 9-10pm. \nThe repertoire is heavily inspired by the “Golden Era” of jazz (1945–1965)\, specifically the catalogs of Riverside\, Impulse\, and Blue Note records. Expect a hard-driving mix of bebop\, hard bop\, heavy swing\, and Latin jazz. \nEvery session begins with the house rhythm section—usually featuring Finley on bass alongside keys\, guitar\, and drums—anchoring the first few numbers. As the night progresses\, local jazz musicians are swapped in\, creating a dynamic\, evolving soundscape. \nUnlike “casual jam circles\,” Finley emphasizes that these nights are first and foremost a show for the audience. The band prioritizes a polished\, professional sound\, ensuring that even the most experimental improvisations remain engaging for the listeners in the room. \nPro Tip: If you’re looking to play\, ask for “the Bass dude”. \n\nAbout Kyle Finley \nKyle Finley is a San Francisco-based upright bassist and the driving force behind the Dirty Works musical collective. His mission is to foster a “living jazz scene” through consistent residencies and jams that prioritize musical excellence and community. Beyond his work on stage\, Finley is known for his commitment to the local jazz culture\, often documenting these sessions through his own photography and managing a rigorous schedule of “Dirty Works” events across the city to ensure the music never stops.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/dirty-works-jazz-jam-4/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:Paris 75\, 515 Broadway\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:The Verve Quintet
DESCRIPTION:Introducing The Verve Quintet\, The Bay Area’s hottest new jazz ensemble! Celebrating the effervescent sound of the 1960’s hard bop era. In addition to performing their own original compositions they honor the great jazz artists like Horace Silver\, Freddie Hubbard\, Art Blakey\, Miles Davis\, John Coltrane\, and Lee Morgan to name a few. The Verve Quintet is led by Trumpeter Daniel Herrera and saxophonist Andrew Dixon\, who’s dynamic pairing and complementary musical stylings create a unique and exciting sound that you will not want to miss!
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/verve-quintet/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:Dawn Club\, 10 Annie St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:WestSide Jazz Club
DESCRIPTION:This is a high-energy quartet known for blending traditional jazz with funk\, soul\, and Latin rhythms. \nThe Band: Fronted by tenor saxophonist and vocalist Scotty Silver (Scott Silverberg). The lineup typically includes John Watson (Guitar)\, Craig Kleinman (Bass)\, and Chris Gamper (Drums). \n 
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/westside-jazz-club-2/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:Local Edition\, 691 Market St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Patrick Wolff Quartet
DESCRIPTION:The Patrick Wolff Quartet plays classic jazz in a classic bar\, The Redwood Room of the Clift Hotel. With Jack Tone Riordan\, Jayla Chee and Sylvia Cuenca.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/patrick-wolff-quartet-2/
LOCATION:Redwood Room\, 495 Geary St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Jonathan Seiberlich Quintet
DESCRIPTION:Mike Olmos | TrumpetDanny Lubin-Laden | TromboneRaffi Garabedian | Tenor SaxophoneHenry Plumb | DrumsJonathan Seiberlich | Tuba
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/jonathan-seiberlich-quintet-2/
LOCATION:Mr. Tipples\, 39 Fell St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260514T210000
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SUMMARY:Amina Scott Quintet
DESCRIPTION:Currently based in New Orleans\, LA\, Amina Scott has been a bassist for many musicians on the New Orleans music scene\, as well as abroad. She has performed with artists such as Jazzmeia Horn\, Chief Xian Atunde Adjuah\, Don Vappie\, David Murray\, Johnny Vidacovich\, Joanne Bracken\, Nicholas Payton\, Dee Dee Bridgewater\, Randy Brecker\, Herlin Riley\, and Germaine Bazzle. \nAmina continues to forge her own path as a trailblazing artist\, Ranging from many musical influences\, she is able to express her journey into Black womanhood and capture the trials and tribulations of her career thus far. While staying true to the musical lineage as well as herself\, Amina is able to captivate audiences around the world with her music and her story. Her debut album Where The Wild Seed Grows is out now on all platforms. \nCurrently\, Amina Scott serves on the faculty at Loyola University New Orleans and the University of New Orleans. She has also been a faculty member for the Lafayette Summer Music Workshop since 2022. \nJames Mahone – saxophone \nWill Feinberg – piano \nShawn Myer.- drums \nKai Lyons – guitar
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/amina-scott-quintet/2026-05-14/2/
LOCATION:Keys Jazz Bistro\, 498 Broadway\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Matt Berkeley Variety Show
DESCRIPTION:A wide-ranging night of musical and comic performances led by Matt Berkeley at Tupelo. \nMatt Berkeley & The Electric Folk is a San Francisco Bay Area-based group known for playing a mix of dubfunk Soul music. The band features Matt Berkeley on keyboards and vocals\, along with a rotating lineup that includes musicians like Dylan Greengard on guitar and Nate Pedley on bass.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/matt-berkeley-variety-show-3/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:Tupelo\, 1337 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:ROBBY D & THE EFG's
DESCRIPTION:San Francisco! Get yourself off the couch and move it on up to BBR—Robby D and the EFG’s are hitting it hard all night long kicking off at 8:30pm until 1:30am++\n\nIf you’re not in the know\, Robby D and the EFG’s is a kick ass show! Our style throws blistering renditions of new wave\, funk\, soul\, and indie rock hits along with our latest and greatest original dance music. We’ll see you on the dance floor 9:00 on Thursday night—don’t miss it!\n\nFeaturing:\n\nROB DIETRICH – Guitar (Matt Jaffe\, Harmonic Law)\n\nCHRIS COLMENERO – Bass (King Tide)\n\nBRIAN FISHLER – Drums (Bumpin’\, Simon Rowe Organ Trio)\n\nNATALYN DANIELS – Keys (Girl Swallows Nightingale\, Mahawam)
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/robby-d-the-efgs/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:Boom Boom Room\, 1601 Filmore St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Chris McCarthy Quintet ft Takuya Kuroda & Eden Bareket
DESCRIPTION:Pianist Chris McCarthy and trumpeter Takuya Kuroda are two of the most innovative forces in modern jazz\, and together\, they craft a sound that is equal parts sophisticated and electrifying. McCarthy\, praised by The New York Times for his “high skill and sensitivity\,” has made a name for himself as one of New York’s most in-demand pianists\, collaborating with icons like Jerry Bergonzi and tap legend Dormeshia. His genre-blurring approach is showcased on albums like Still Time to Quit and Life’s a Gig\, and now\, he takes the stage at Black Cat with Kuroda and Bareket\, back for an epic collaboration. \nKuroda\, the Kobe-born\, Brooklyn-based trumpeter\, is a master of blending jazz with hip-hop\, neo-soul\, and funk. With eight studio albums to his name—including his latest chart-topping release\, Everyday—his music radiates groove and pure creative energy. A former Blue Note and Concord recording artist\, he has worked with legends like DJ Premier and José James\, carving out a signature sound that is cool\, soulful\, and endlessly engaging. \nExpect deep rhythms\, hypnotic melodies\, and exhilarating interplay as McCarthy and Kuroda bring their genre-defying artistry to Black Cat. This is live jazz at its most inspired. \nBand Lineup: \nChris McCarthy\, piano \nTakuya Kuroda\, trumpet \nEden Bareket\, bari sax \nSam Minaie\, bass \nSteven Crammer\, drums \n 
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/chris-mccarthy-quintet-ft-takuya-kuroda-eden-bareket/2026-05-14/2/
LOCATION:Black Cat Jazz Supper Club\, 400 Eddy St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:The Orphans
DESCRIPTION:The Orphans perform at the Saloon. \nJon Lawton is one of the best Folk\, Blues\, Americana singer/songwriters you’ve never heard of. He has been writing\, recording and performing for decades. Jon plays an always interesting blend of original and traditional blues\, country and folk music. Big Bill Broonzy\, Brownie McGhee\, John Lee Hooker\, Hank Snow\, Steve Earle\, Pete Seeger\, and Merle Haggard are significant influences for him. During his show Jon will rotate from National Steel\, 12-string\, 6-string guitars and banjo. Jon’s old-style guitar (and banjo!) technique\, plaintively conversational vocal style and dynamic ability to move seamlessly through rags\, stomps\, and his own observational tunes have marked him as a modern songster who makes tradition come alive every time he performs. \nMike Phillips – Bass\nJon Lawton – Guitar/Vocals\nScotty Griffin – Drums
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/the-orphans-3-2/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Jesse Cobb
DESCRIPTION:Experience an evening of high-energy electric blues and rock with Jesse Cobb at the Saloon. \nJesse Cobb is a premier electric guitarist based in San Francisco\, recognized for his intricate Telecaster work and creative\, genre-bending arrangements. Performing with his band\, The Golden West\, Cobb delivers a unique rock n soul stew that weaves together jazz-funk\, rock\, and the improvisational spirit of western swing. His music draws deeply from the explorations of artists like Prince and the sophisticated sounds of Steely Dan\, all while maintaining the grit and swagger of a classic bar-band performance. \nAs a longtime resident performer at The Saloon\, Cobb has become a fixture of the North Beach music scene. His sets are known for being fiercely original and rhythmically driving\, making them a favorite for both dedicated guitar enthusiasts and those looking for a lively night of dancing in an authentic neighborhood setting.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/jesse-cobb/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Katy Stephan
DESCRIPTION:Katy Stephan’s residency at Comstock Saloon turns the room into a small\, candlelit listening space. At the piano she blends jazz‑inflected originals with reimagined standards and art‑pop tunes\, her clear\, expressive voice sitting right on top of the clink of glassware and low conversation. It’s an intimate\, song‑forward set that feels equally at home as a soundscape for cocktails or as a close‑up performance for guests who want to lean in and really listen.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/kathy-stephan-2/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Comstock Saloon\, 155 Columbus Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Magic School Busk
DESCRIPTION:The Magic School Busk holds weekly residency directly in front of The Red Window at the corner of Stockton and Columbus. This high‑energy busking collective has become one of North Beach’s unofficial “resident joy‑makers\,” blurring the line between band and audience as people pause\, sing along\, or dance on the sidewalk. Whether you are enjoying a gin tonic on the Red Window’s outdoor patio or just walking by with a cannoli in hand\, the Busk provides a genuine North Beach experience. \n\nAbout The Magic School Busk\nBorn from the city’s post-pandemic street-side revival\, The Magic School Busk is a collective of veteran Bay Area musicians dedicated to the art of public performance. They emphasize the acoustic and the authentic\, eschewing heavy amplification for the natural resonance of brass\, strings\, and woodwinds. Often featuring members from some of the city’s most popular jazz and swing outfits\, the “Busk” is celebrated for its ability to read a crowd and create a party out of thin air. They represent the best of San Francisco’s musical resilience—keeping the city’s culture loud\, proud\, and accessible to everyone on the street. \n 
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/magic-school-busk-2/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Red Window\, 500 Columbus Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Dante Milano Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Joseph Evans | Drums\nAndrew Mendoza | Upright Bass\nDante Milano | Piano\nDANTE MILANO is a Chicago-born keyboardist blending genres such as jazz\, R&B\, electronic and neo-soul. Rooted in the blues and jazz\, he studied with many Chicago legends and has performed nationally and internationally. After attending the Oberlin Conservatory and then graduating from the Dave Brubeck Institute\, he released his debut album DANTE in 2021. Milano will return to Black Cat with his fiery new trio\, showcasing a wide variety of new and old compositions. Classically trained\, MILANO’s compositions are largely inspired by virtuosic concepts and specific fusions of ideas from various genres.\nWorking with musically diverse musicians for over a decade in Chicago and throughout California has led him to explore hip-hop\, electronic\, and pop music\, which all translate through his musical style. MILANO has played and produced with artists of varying genres such as Isaiah Collier & The Chosen Few\, Carl Allen\, Lewis Nash\, Buddy Guy\, Terrell Stafford\, Rodney Whittaker\, Omar Apollo\, Kenny Beats\, Chance the Rapper\, Peter Cottontail\, New Direction\, and many more.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/dante-milano-quartet/
LOCATION:Mr. Tipples\, 39 Fell St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260515T180000
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SUMMARY:Hipsteria
DESCRIPTION:Hipsteria is one of San Francisco’s favorite jazz\, soul and party bands! Members of Hipsteria have included some of music’s legendary musicians! \nFeaturing “Tender Tim” on drums and some vocals Hipsteria plays every Friday at Etcetera Wine bar.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/hipsteria-2/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Etcetera Wine Bar\, 795 Valencia St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260515T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260515T200000
DTSTAMP:20260511T133107
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T204254Z
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SUMMARY:Chris Cain
DESCRIPTION:Chris Cain is a master of modern blues\, known for his soulful voice\, fiery guitar work\, and jazz-infused phrasing. Raised in San Jose\, he was immersed in the blues from an early age—attending his first B.B. King concert at three and performing professionally by his teens. \nHis 1987 debut Late Night City Blues earned four Blues Music Award nominations and led to performances with legends like Albert King and Albert Collins. With over a dozen acclaimed albums\, Cain blends deep blues roots with jazz sophistication. \nWhether on stage or in the studio\, Cain delivers powerful\, soul-stirring performances that have made him a standout figure in contemporary blues for over three decades.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/chris-cain-2/
LOCATION:Biscuits & Blues\, 401 Mason Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260515T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260515T203000
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SUMMARY:Chris McCarthy Quintet ft Takuya Kuroda & Eden Bareket
DESCRIPTION:Pianist Chris McCarthy and trumpeter Takuya Kuroda are two of the most innovative forces in modern jazz\, and together\, they craft a sound that is equal parts sophisticated and electrifying. McCarthy\, praised by The New York Times for his “high skill and sensitivity\,” has made a name for himself as one of New York’s most in-demand pianists\, collaborating with icons like Jerry Bergonzi and tap legend Dormeshia. His genre-blurring approach is showcased on albums like Still Time to Quit and Life’s a Gig\, and now\, he takes the stage at Black Cat with Kuroda and Bareket\, back for an epic collaboration. \nKuroda\, the Kobe-born\, Brooklyn-based trumpeter\, is a master of blending jazz with hip-hop\, neo-soul\, and funk. With eight studio albums to his name—including his latest chart-topping release\, Everyday—his music radiates groove and pure creative energy. A former Blue Note and Concord recording artist\, he has worked with legends like DJ Premier and José James\, carving out a signature sound that is cool\, soulful\, and endlessly engaging. \nExpect deep rhythms\, hypnotic melodies\, and exhilarating interplay as McCarthy and Kuroda bring their genre-defying artistry to Black Cat. This is live jazz at its most inspired. \nBand Lineup: \nChris McCarthy\, piano \nTakuya Kuroda\, trumpet \nEden Bareket\, bari sax \nSam Minaie\, bass \nSteven Crammer\, drums \n 
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/chris-mccarthy-quintet-ft-takuya-kuroda-eden-bareket/2026-05-15/1/
LOCATION:Black Cat Jazz Supper Club\, 400 Eddy St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Nicolas Bearde
DESCRIPTION:Vocalist\, songwriter and recording artist\, Nicolas Bearde\, along with some of the SF bay area’s finest will grace the Keys Jazz Bistro stage once again. Bearde\, who has been a bay area treasure since he moved here from Nashville\, TN in the 1980’s\, is known for his velvet voice\, wit and engaging rapport and has a style likened to Lou Rawls\, Nat King Cole and Bill Withers. He originally made his mark as an original member of Bobby McFerrin’s innovative a cappella ensemble\, Voicestra and later its off-shoot\, SoVoSó. He has released 6 albums as a leader and is also the vocalist and narrator for saxophone great Vincent Herring’s “Story of Jazz Orchestra”  out of New York\, that  travels and chronicles 100 years of recorded jazz. He has performed and/or recorded with jazz legends such as Nat Adderley\, Jr\, Vincent Herring\, James Carter\, Steve Turre\, Eric Alexander\, Jon Faddis\, the Spanish Harlem Orchestra\, and the Savannah Jazz Orchestra\,  and.. has headlined prestigious festivals and venues around the globe. With his supple phrasing and tender delivery\, Bearde turns every song he sings into personal expressions of love\, hope\, and soul.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/nicolas-bearde-2/
LOCATION:Keys Jazz Bistro\, 498 Broadway\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Dante Milano Quartet
DESCRIPTION:DANTE MILANO is a Chicago-born keyboardist blending genres such as jazz\, R&B\, electronic and neo-soul. Rooted in the blues and jazz\, he studied with many Chicago legends and has performed nationally and internationally. After attending the Oberlin Conservatory and then graduating from the Dave Brubeck Institute\, he released his debut album DANTE in 2021. Milano will return to Black Cat with his fiery new trio\, showcasing a wide variety of new and old compositions. Classically trained\, MILANO’s compositions are largely inspired by virtuosic concepts and specific fusions of ideas from various genres. Working with musically diverse musicians for over a decade in Chicago and throughout California has led him to explore hip-hop\, electronic\, and pop music\, which all translate through his musical style. MILANO has played and produced with artists of varying genres such as Isaiah Collier & The Chosen Few\, Carl Allen\, Lewis Nash\, Buddy Guy\, Terrell Stafford\, Rodney Whittaker\, Omar Apollo\, Kenny Beats\, Chance the Rapper\, Peter Cottontail\, New Direction\, and many more.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/dante-milano-quartet-2/
LOCATION:Mr. Tipples\, 39 Fell St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260515T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260515T210000
DTSTAMP:20260511T133107
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T193022Z
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SUMMARY:Garotas da Lua
DESCRIPTION:Brazilian Vocal Harmony Ensemble \n\n\n\n\n“Garotas da Lua” is an exciting new three voice harmony group\, singing MPB\, Samba and Bossa Nova. The group honor the great tradition of Brazilian Vocal groups from the last half of the 20th century through present day(Quarteto Em Cy\, MPB4\, Boca Livre and more)\, singing fresh arrangements of classics and gems by composers such as Chico Buarque\, Antonio Carlos Jobim\, Ary Barroso\, Dori Caymmi. \nFeaturing: \nSandy Cressman\, Catia Lund and Lillian Yee\, Vocals\nRicardo Peixoto\, 7 string guitar\nAmi Molinelli\, percussion
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/garotas-da-lua/
LOCATION:Red Poppy Art House\, 2698 Folsom Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260515T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260515T213000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T175403Z
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SUMMARY:Scott Foster Quartet
DESCRIPTION:The Scott Foster Quartet is a jazz ensemble led by San Francisco-based guitarist and educator Scott Foster. \nJim Peterson\, saxophone;\nScott Foster\, guitar;\nDan Seamans\, bass;\nTom Hasset\, drums
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/scott-foster-quartet/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Bird & Beckett\, 653 Cheney St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94131\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260515T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260515T223000
DTSTAMP:20260511T133107
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T233030Z
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SUMMARY:OG Rhythm & Blues
DESCRIPTION: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”.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/og-rhythm-blues/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Sheba Piano Lounge\, 1419 Filmore St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260515T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260515T213000
DTSTAMP:20260511T133107
CREATED:20251002T181640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T195826Z
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SUMMARY:Andean and Latin World Music Night
DESCRIPTION:Two-time Latin Grammy nominee Eddy Navia and Quentin Navia are joined by master violinist Georges Lammam\, dancers and dancing. \nTheir performances blend the charango (a traditional ten-string instrument)\, haunting sounds of panpipes (zampoñas) and notched flutes (kena) with high-energy rhythms. \nYou don’t need a plane ticket to experience a “little piece of South American carnaval\,” dedicated to the spirit of Mother Earth (Pachamama). \nPeña Pachamama serves an entirely plant-based and gluten-free menu. Highlights include Bolivian specialties like organic kale and quinoa salads\, alongside raw and cooked vegan entrees.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/andean-and-latin-world-music-night/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Peña Pachamama\, 1630 Powell St\, San Francisco\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260515T223000
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SUMMARY:Patrick Wolff Trio
DESCRIPTION:Patrick Wolff is a saxophonist and clarinetist with deep roots in the jazz scenes of New York City and San Francisco\, known for his lyrical playing and deep engagement with the full lineage of jazz styles. He has performed with renowned artists such as Matt Wilson\, Albert “Tootie” Heath\, Grant Stewart\, and Louis Moholo-Moholo\, and since relocating to San Francisco in 2009\, has been a frequent collaborator with Marcus Shelby\, Richard Sears\, Adam Shulman\, and Diana Gameros. As a bandleader\, he has released six albums\, leading ensembles that showcase both his original compositions and repertoire from the bebop and hard bop eras. A dedicated educator and advocate\, Wolff teaches at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music\, the College of San Mateo\, and the Stanford Jazz Workshop\, and previously hosted the weekly KCSM radio show Have You Heard\, spotlighting emerging and underrated jazz voices. \n \nWe are pleased to welcome to the Stookey’s Blue Room floor\, for the first time: the Patrick Wolff Trio!
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/patrick-wolff-trio/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Stookey’s Blue Room\, 891 Bush St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260515T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260515T230000
DTSTAMP:20260511T133107
CREATED:20250901T222402Z
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SUMMARY:Gaucho Jazz
DESCRIPTION: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 blues and elements of ragtime. Their sound\, a uniquely American concoction\, blends instrumental acuity and lighthearted humor that keep their audience coming back for more. As founder\, guitarist\, and main composer Dave Ricketts says\, the band is “in love with the music of Louis Armstrong\, Fats Waller and Jimmie Rodgers\, as well as the stories\, the life styles and the foot steps of hundreds of other great jazz\, blues\, country and rock musicians that created the sound of American Music from roughly 1900-1950’s” \nGaucho has recorded eight albums\, tours regularly\, and has an increasing repertoire of over forty original tunes. Seven of their tunes are featured in the 2012 film “Trattoria”; one was chosen by the Metropolitan Museum of Art for their website; and another is featured in the outtakes section of the Pixar DVD CARS 2. In 2018\, Gaucho got a song in the Hollywood Movie “Destination Wedding” starring Keanu Reeves and Winona Ryder. And two of Dave’s own compositions will be placed in a New York City based indie film\, “Stationed at Home\,” in 2022. \nLed by eminent guitarist\, Dave Ricketts\, the group has been a San Francisco mainstay for nearly twenty years\, and one of the busiest bands in the bay area playing 5 to 10 gigs a week. Together with virtuosos Rob Reich–accordion and Craig Venetresco–guitar\, superlative bassist Ari Munkres\, the honorable Leon Oakley–cornet\, and versatile percussionist Steve Apple\, these guys keep crowds moving with their beats and complex rhythms.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/gaucho-jazz/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Comstock Saloon\, 155 Columbus Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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