Ian Santillano is a Hayward-born Filipino-American singer, songwriter, guitarist, and producer appearing at The Grove. A second-generation genre-bending artist, he blends clever harmonies, soulful melodies, and vulnerable lyrics with exceptional guitar work, drawing on a range of influences to create an intimate, emotionally resonant set well suited to The Grove's relaxed neighborhood café atmosphere.
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...
Artur Menezes at Biscuits & Blues brings the Brazilian-born, Los Angeles–based guitarist, singer, and songwriter to the intimate 401 Mason Street club. An Albert King Award winner, Menezes delivers high-voltage...
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...
Richard Howell’s Sudden Changes at Mr. Tipples is led by the Bay Area saxophonist, vocalist, composer, producer, and educator whose spontaneous, spiritually charged “Bridge Music” connects Modern Jazz with Funk, Soul, African and Latin rhythmic traditions, and expressive improvisation. Howell’s broad musical life includes work with Etta James, Chaka Khan, Maurice White, Don Cherry, Charlie...
Cougar Unleashed at Tupelo brings a high-energy Antioch dance band led by vocalist Rhonda “Cougar” Crouch to North Beach for a party-focused night of Funky Soul, Rhythm & Blues, and dance-floor favorites. A recurring third-Friday attraction at Tupelo, the group features seasoned Bay Area musicians and blends Soul, R&B, Funk, and other crowd-pleasing styles into...