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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/2026-05-14/1/
LOCATION:Black Cat Jazz Supper Club\, 400 Eddy St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94109\, 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: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: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
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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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