What do you get when you fuse the spicy grooves of Afro-Peru with that funky sound of Oaktown? A ground-breaking, new, energetic genre with distinctive rhythms and innovative melodies that will inspire you to hit the dance floor. Oaklando is the brainchild of SF native Patrick Morehead, the composer and keyboardist who’s played with such...
Come dance to live Cumbia and Salsa rhythms at Local Edition!
Inner-State 80’s brings a full-throttle retro dance party to Tupelo from 9pm–1am, serving up the big hooks, synths, and guitar riffs that defined the decade. Specializing in faithful, high-energy takes on classic 80s hits, the band turns the room into an all-night singalong, with plenty of anthems for the dance floor and deep cuts for...
Howell Devine brings a rollicking, deeply rhythmic take on rural blues to The Deluxe — a sound distinctive enough to make them the first blues act signed to the legendary Arhoolie Records by founder Chris Strachwitz in over 25 years. At the heart of the band is triple-threat Joshua Howell — guitarist, harmonica player, vocalist,...
Live Evil Celebrating 20 Years at The Riptide is a rock show led by Laurent Martini, who wrote the band's lyrics as a teenager in the 1980s. The band plays heavy metal and hard rock influenced by Mötley Crüe.
Mitch Polzak is a guitarist, singer, banjoist, and bandleader appearing at The Saloon in North Beach under his own name. He draws on rockabilly, 1960s country, honky tonk, Bakersfield-influenced country, surf, early rock and roll, bluegrass, Cajun, blues, and related American roots styles, reflecting a long career steeped in these traditions.
Late night set at the Dawn Club: Gavin Halloran and his band. Gavin Halloran is a Saxophonist born and raised in the East Bay. Halloran’s inspiration comes from the tenormen of old growing up to the sounds of Coleman Hawkins, Ben Webster and Don Byas. Halloran has worked across the scene now for over a...
Kick off your Sunday morning with the rare, transformative beauty of a live Morning Raga. In the Indian classical tradition, ragas are intimate expressions aligned with specific times of day—a concept known as samay raga. Because most modern concerts take place in the evening, hearing morning ragas performed live during their intended hours is an...
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...
Henry Plumb brings prodigious talent and boundless versatility to The Deluxe — a 24-year-old award-winning drummer from the San Francisco Bay Area and Berklee College of Music graduate whose command of styles ranges from big band swing and gospel to funk, fusion, hip-hop, Afro-Cuban, New Orleans second line, and beyond. As saxophonist and educator Paul...
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...
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...
The Hector Lugo Jazz/Latin Trio brings deep Caribbean roots and jazz sophistication to Keys Jazz Bistro. Performing under their Trio Caribe project, the ensemble features master Puerto Rican percussionist and vocalist Héctor Lugo alongside Julio de la Cruz on piano and Sam Bevan on acoustic bass. The trio explores an expansive repertoire ranging from tight,...
Meet the owners of Peña Pachamama, co-founders of SUKAY & Savia Andina. Every Sunday, Eddy Navia & Quentin Navia invite you into the heart of Peña Pachamama 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗱𝗮𝘆
Marissa McLain brings classic jazz vocals to Otherwise Brewing, backed by a rotating group of local musicians. An emerging San Francisco vocalist and poet originally from Oregon, McLain is noted...
Twango SF plays every Sunday evening at Etcetera Wine bar. This gypsy jazz group that plays hot swing music in the style of Django Reinhardt.
Gavin Halloran Trio at Waystone features the East Bay born and raised Jazz Saxophonist. Halloran’s inspiration comes from the tenormen of old, raised in the sounds of Coleman Hawkins, Ben...
San Francisco vintage jazz outfit The Cosmo Alleycats celebrate their latest album release with a live performance at Mr. Tipples. Fronted by vocalist Emily Day, the ensemble delivers a vibrant mix of swing dance classics, early jazz standards, New Orleans rhythm and blues, and 1980s pop hits reimagined with a retro flair. A longtime favorite...
A long-running house favorite at the venue, The Luxomatics return to The Deluxe with a raw, high-spirited mix of early blues, vintage rock and roll, and boogie-woogie. Driven by Sandy Clifford’s gritty vocals and blues harmonica, the seasoned San Francisco outfit delivers foot-stomping rhythm and blues anchored by barrelhouse piano, swinging guitars, and a rock-solid...
NO(w) Beauty at Black Cat brings the French-American quartet to San Francisco for a four-night residency of poetic, boundary-crossing modern jazz where acoustic lyricism meets electronic texture and classical color. Their acclaimed debut earned honors from Jazz Magazine, Jazz News, the Académie Charles Cros, FIP, and the Académie du Jazz, and their new album (un)Seen...
Live Cuban jam session every 4th Sunday w/Guajirón band at Bissap Baobab! Come to dance or jump in and jam — it's free! Whether you're a musician ready to sit in or a dancer looking for a groove, this night is all about sharing rhythm, culture, and vibes with the community. What to expect:– Open...