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SUMMARY:Blues Power
DESCRIPTION:Catch Blues Power at the Sunday afternoon residency at the Saloon.  \nBlues 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 bassist Dave McDaniel and drummer Sam Chapman. Blues Power is celebrated for its authentic blues sound that blends classic blues\, R&B\, and soul influences.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/blues-power-5/2026-05-31/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260530T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260531T013000
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SUMMARY:Lucky Losers
DESCRIPTION:The Lucky Losers are a San Francisco–based blues‑soul band fronted by vocalist Cathy Lemons and harmonica player/vocalist Phil Berkowitz. Their Lucky Losers lineup at The Saloon features Jon Otis on drums\, Edgar San Gabriel on bass\, Chris Burns on keyboards\, Cathy Lemons on vocals\, and Simon Govan‑Smith on guitar\, presenting a mix of blues\, soul\, rock\, gospel\, and Americana–influenced material. \n 
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/lucky-losers-5/2026-05-30/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Emma Jean Foster & American Soul
DESCRIPTION:Emma Jean Foster & American Soul is a San Francisco–based band led by Grammy‑nominated vocalist and songwriter Emma Jean Foster\, appearing at The Saloon in North Beach. They perform a mix of soul\, gospel blues\, Motown\, and American standards\, and are known for hosting Sunday night open mic jams at Swig and playing at venues such as Sheba Piano Lounge.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/emma-jean-foster-american-soul-3/2026-05-30/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260529T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260530T013000
DTSTAMP:20260613T145728
CREATED:20260507T010723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T173851Z
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SUMMARY:Mitch Polzak
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/mitch-polzak-9-2-2/2026-05-29/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260529T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T145728
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T010619Z
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SUMMARY:High Water Blues
DESCRIPTION:High Water Blues is a long‑running Bay Area band that has spent more than two decades playing a mix of R&B\, blues\, and rock. The group appears at The Saloon as a five‑piece fronted by vocalist Suzanne Rose\, with Michael Pierce on tenor sax\, Simon Govan‑Smith on guitar\, Valerie Marchant on bass\, and Robi Bean on drums. \n 
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/high-water-blues-2-2/2026-05-29/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260528T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260529T013000
DTSTAMP:20260613T145728
CREATED:20251101T195151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T215518Z
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SUMMARY:Takezo
DESCRIPTION:Takezo (Yoshinobu Takeda) is a rhythm and blues singer and guitarist who appears at The Saloon in North Beach. Born in Kagawa and raised in Kyoto\, he began singing in bands and composing music at age 12\, drawing early inspiration from American film soundtracks\, The Beatles\, and Otis Redding\, and has been based in San Francisco since 1985\, performing with artists such as Elvin Bishop\, Angela Strehli\, Joe Louis Walker\, and Norton Buffalo. \n 
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/takezo-8/2026-05-28/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260528T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260528T200000
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SUMMARY:3rd Thursday Band
DESCRIPTION:The 3rd Thursday Band is a San Francisco-based blues and rock group known for lively performances at The Saloon. Led by Mike Dingle on guitar and vocals\, with Mike McKevit on lead guitar and vocals\, they deliver classic rock and blues covers alongside original tunes\, energizing audiences with their tight\, soulful sound. \nMark Yee – Sax/Keyboard\nMike McKevitt – Lead Guitar\nMike Dingle – Rhythm Guitar/Vocals\nBruce Slesinger – Drums\nBruce Ducheneaux – Bass
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/3rd-thursday-band-7/2026-05-28/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260527T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260528T013000
DTSTAMP:20260613T145728
CREATED:20260403T015456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T175355Z
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SUMMARY:My Blue Soul
DESCRIPTION:My Blue Soul is a vibrant San Francisco band specializing in soul\, blues\, and funk with a monthly residence at the Saloon. 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 guitar\, Charlie Giesige on drums\, Doug Rowan on tenor sax\, and more. They mix original blues and soul with a hint of ska\, captivating audiences with dynamic performances. \nRon Estrada – Guitar\nAlan Williams – Trombone\nBrandon Jackson – Trumpet\nCarmin D’Leto – Vocals\nShawn Stein – Drums\nDoug Rowan – Tenor Sax\nPatrick Byers – Baritone Sax
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/my-blue-soul-8-2/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260527T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260527T203000
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SUMMARY:Jose Simioni Trio
DESCRIPTION:Jose Simioni Trio’s improvisational jazz performance at the Saloon from 4:30pm to 6:30pm with Dylan Garrison on drums and Ron Estrada on vocals and guitar.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/jose-simioni-trio/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260526T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260527T013000
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SUMMARY:Powell Street Blues Band
DESCRIPTION:The Powell Street Blues Band has been a San Francisco blues institution since 1978\, led by co-founder and guitarist Yoko Arimichi. They perform regularly at The Saloon\, delivering authentic and powerful blues with longtime members like drummer Robi Bean and bassist Tim Wagar. The band is renowned for their soulful\, deep-rooted blues performances that have captivated audiences for over four decades.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/powell-street-blues-band/2026-05-26/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260526T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260526T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T145728
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T181207Z
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SUMMARY:GG Amos
DESCRIPTION:GG Amos brings her west coast blues sound to the Saloon\, drawing on more than 35 years as a blues guitarist\, vocalist\, songwriter\, and arranger. A riveting performer who has played everywhere from concert halls and festivals to roadhouses\, wineries\, and neighborhood bars\, she blends blues\, jazz\, funk\, Latin elements\, and soul jazz into a fluid\, lyrical style that’s entirely her own. Expect a night of high-energy\, deeply felt blues in one of San Francisco’s most iconic rooms. \nParis Bertolucci on keys \nRandy Lee Odell on drums \nGG Amos on vocals and guitar
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/gg-amos-11/2026-05-26/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260525T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260526T013000
DTSTAMP:20260613T145728
CREATED:20260506T014627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T014729Z
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SUMMARY:Kit Ruscoe
DESCRIPTION:Kit Ruscoe is a guitarist and long-time figure in the North Beach music scene who appears at The Saloon in San Francisco. A veteran of the Bay Area blues and roots circuit and a central voice in the G‑Riders\, he focuses on electric blues and related styles\, leading sets that highlight his clean\, assertive guitar tone in the bar’s close\, wood-lined room.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/kit-ruscoe-2/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260525T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260525T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T145728
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T015344Z
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SUMMARY:Peter Lindman
DESCRIPTION:Peter Lindman and Roger Rocha turn Monday afternoons at The Saloon into a 4–8 pm time warp of classic rock and sixties-era favorites\, delivered with the easy swagger of true North Beach regulars. \nArmed with Peter’s ringing 12‑string acoustic and Roger’s soulful electric guitar and vocals\, the duo leans into songs you know by heart—Dylan\, Stones\, and more—plus a few originals shaped by decades on the San Francisco scene.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/peter-lindman-14/2026-05-25/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260524T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260525T013000
DTSTAMP:20260613T145728
CREATED:20251101T194456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T215910Z
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SUMMARY:Jon Otis & BluBeatz
DESCRIPTION:Jon Otis & BluBeatz appear at The Saloon in North Beach\, bringing a sound that draws on jazz\, blues\, R&B\, rock and roll\, pop\, salsa\, Latin jazz\, Brazilian\, Afro‑Caribbean\, folk\, classical\, and Middle Eastern‑influenced rhythms. Led by drummer\, percussionist\, and vocalist Jon Otis\, son of “Godfather of Rhythm and Blues” Johnny Otis\, the band’s groove‑focused sets are presented in the no‑frills\, historically rooted environment of San Francisco’s oldest bar. \n 
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/jon-otis-blu-beats-3/2026-05-24/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260524T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260524T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T145728
CREATED:20251205T203251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T174006Z
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SUMMARY:Blues Power
DESCRIPTION:Catch Blues Power at the Sunday afternoon residency at the Saloon.  \nBlues 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 bassist Dave McDaniel and drummer Sam Chapman. Blues Power is celebrated for its authentic blues sound that blends classic blues\, R&B\, and soul influences.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/blues-power-5/2026-05-24/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260523T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260524T013000
DTSTAMP:20260613T145728
CREATED:20260507T004223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T004223Z
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SUMMARY:Mike Rinta
DESCRIPTION:Trombonist and vocalist Mike Rinta leads a horn‑driven band at The Saloon in North Beach. The lineup features Tim Eschliman on bass sax and vocals\, Snakebite Jacob on tenor sax\, Mike Rinta on trombone and vocals\, Kevin Zuffi on keyboards and vocals\, and Willy Jordan on drums and vocals. He is a Bay Area–born trombonist and arranger who has freelanced for more than three decades with touring and performance credits that include Sly & The Family Stone\, Jimmie Vaughan\, Howard Tate\, John Lee Hooker Jr.\, Herbie Hancock\, Fred Wesley\, Arturo Sandoval\, Taj Mahal\, Buddy Guy\, and Santana.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/mike-rinta/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260523T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260523T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T145728
CREATED:20251001T231214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T233956Z
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SUMMARY:Jake Sampson
DESCRIPTION:Jake Sampson is a blues singer\, songwriter\, and bassist based in the San Francisco Bay Area who appears at The Saloon. Originally from Detroit and influenced by Motown bassist James Jamerson\, he blends soulful R&B roots with blues\, jazz\, and funk in original material that extends beyond standard blues covers and clichés. \n 
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/jake-sampson-5/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260522T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260523T013000
DTSTAMP:20260613T145728
CREATED:20251101T185424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T212054Z
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SUMMARY:Jinx Jones
DESCRIPTION:Jinx Jones brings high-octane rockabilly\, twangy surf\, and vintage rock and roll energy to the Saloon\, turning San Francisco’s oldest bar into a late-night guitar party. Known for deep love of mid‑century American roots music\, he keeps the room moving with jump blues shuffles\, country-tinged swing\, and fiery instrumentals. It is a perfect night for strong drinks\, a crowded dance floor\, and world‑class guitar up close in North Beach.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/jinx-jones-18/2026-05-22/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260522T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260522T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T145728
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SUMMARY:David M’Ore
DESCRIPTION:David M’Ore is a blues-rock guitarist and vocalist based in the San Francisco Bay Area who appears at The Saloon. Born in Argentina\, he blends traditional blues with British-influenced hard rock\, and is known for a guitar-forward sound and gravelly vocals documented on releases such as his album “Holy Sinners & Sinful Saints.” \n 
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/david-more-7-2/2026-05-22/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260521T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260522T013000
DTSTAMP:20260613T145728
CREATED:20260115T080835Z
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SUMMARY:Saxy Susan
DESCRIPTION:Saxy Susan (Susan Copperman) is a San Francisco–based musician who appears at The Saloon\, performing on saxophone and keyboards. She began playing saxophone at age 9\, drawing on classical training and experience with groups such as the Poyntlyss Sistars Rockin’ Show Band\, and her sets reflect classic rock and rhythm-and-blues influences. \n 
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/saxy-susan/2026-05-21/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260521T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260521T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T145728
CREATED:20251101T195004Z
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SUMMARY:Rayner Brock
DESCRIPTION:Rayner Brock is a vocalist\, musician\, and songwriter appearing at The Saloon\, leading a band that features Bruce Zwieg on keyboards\, Marcus David on drums\, and Brock on guitar and vocals. Beginning on electric bass and later extending his work to voice\, guitar\, keys\, and studio production\, he has moved from years as a sideman into front-line singer-songwriter roles and is currently working on an album of original music at Prairie Sun studio with guitarist and label founder Mike Varney and guitarist/producer Danny Uzilevsky. \n 
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/rayner-brock-5/2026-05-21/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260520T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260521T013000
DTSTAMP:20260613T145728
CREATED:20260301T195940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T173509Z
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SUMMARY:The Door Slammers
DESCRIPTION:The Door Slammers bring classic North Beach blues-rock back to the Saloon\, carrying on the legacy of their founder\, the late Johnny Nitro\, a cornerstone of the San Francisco blues scene for over three decades. Known for their gritty\, guitar-driven sound and passionate live shows\, the band continues the tradition that helped shape and mentor generations of Bay Area blues musicians. Every set keeps Johnny Nitro’s spirit alive\, celebrating the raw\, high-energy blues that made The Saloon an institution.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/the-door-slammers/2026-05-20/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260520T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260520T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T145728
CREATED:20251101T203507Z
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SUMMARY:Jose Simioni Trio
DESCRIPTION:Jose Simioni Trio’s improvisational jazz performance at the Saloon from 4:30pm to 6:30pm with Dylan Garrison on drums and Ron Estrada on vocals and guitar.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/jose-simioni-trio/2026-05-20/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260519T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260520T013000
DTSTAMP:20260613T145728
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SUMMARY:Lisa Kindred Band
DESCRIPTION:The Lisa Kindred Band carries on the spirit and repertoire of beloved Mill Valley–based blues\, folk\, and rock singer Lisa Kindred\, whose roots stretch from the 1960s Greenwich Village folk scene to decades shaping the Bay Area blues community. At The Saloon\, the band keeps her legacy alive with sets steeped in classic blues\, roots\, and rock\, honoring Lisa’s soulful songbook in San Francisco’s oldest bar. Featuring Roscoe Gallo on keyboards\, Richard McDonough on drums and vocals\, Marc Levine on bass\, and Joe Lococco on guitar and vocals.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/lisa-kindred-band-2/2026-05-19/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260519T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260519T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T145728
CREATED:20251001T232927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T181207Z
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SUMMARY:GG Amos
DESCRIPTION:GG Amos brings her west coast blues sound to the Saloon\, drawing on more than 35 years as a blues guitarist\, vocalist\, songwriter\, and arranger. A riveting performer who has played everywhere from concert halls and festivals to roadhouses\, wineries\, and neighborhood bars\, she blends blues\, jazz\, funk\, Latin elements\, and soul jazz into a fluid\, lyrical style that’s entirely her own. Expect a night of high-energy\, deeply felt blues in one of San Francisco’s most iconic rooms. \nParis Bertolucci on keys \nRandy Lee Odell on drums \nGG Amos on vocals and guitar
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/gg-amos-11/2026-05-19/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260518T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260519T013000
DTSTAMP:20260613T145728
CREATED:20251101T202910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T175730Z
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SUMMARY:Mitch Polzak
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/mitch-polzak-9-2/2026-05-18/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260518T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260518T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T145728
CREATED:20251001T233629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T015344Z
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SUMMARY:Peter Lindman
DESCRIPTION:Peter Lindman and Roger Rocha turn Monday afternoons at The Saloon into a 4–8 pm time warp of classic rock and sixties-era favorites\, delivered with the easy swagger of true North Beach regulars. \nArmed with Peter’s ringing 12‑string acoustic and Roger’s soulful electric guitar and vocals\, the duo leans into songs you know by heart—Dylan\, Stones\, and more—plus a few originals shaped by decades on the San Francisco scene.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/peter-lindman-14/2026-05-18/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260517T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260518T013000
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CREATED:20251101T185146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T211405Z
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SUMMARY:The Blazers
DESCRIPTION:The Blazers return to The Saloon in North Beach with a set rooted in electric West Coast and Chicago blues traditions\, maintaining the steady rhythmic feel long associated with Grant Avenue. The band features Daniel Riley on guitar and vocals\, José Simioni on guitar\, Josh Jackson on bass\, and Randy Hayes on drums\, emphasizing traditional blues shuffles and swing-based grooves.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/the-blazers-8/2026-05-17/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260517T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260517T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T145728
CREATED:20251205T203251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T174006Z
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SUMMARY:Blues Power
DESCRIPTION:Catch Blues Power at the Sunday afternoon residency at the Saloon.  \nBlues 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 bassist Dave McDaniel and drummer Sam Chapman. Blues Power is celebrated for its authentic blues sound that blends classic blues\, R&B\, and soul influences.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/blues-power-5/2026-05-17/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260517T013000
DTSTAMP:20260613T145728
CREATED:20260228T191753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T231009Z
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SUMMARY:David Blood
DESCRIPTION:David Blood performs at the Saloon. He is well-known in the North Beach and Tenderloin music communities for his versatile musicianship and his role in the Unauthorized Rolling Stones. His style is deeply rooted in the gritty traditions of San Francisco blues and rock ‘n’ roll. Whether leading his own group or anchoring a pro jam\, his performances are characterized by a raw\, authentic energy and a solid groove foundation. \n 
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/david-blood-2/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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