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Show Time: 4:00 AM
Price: $44+
Location: Great Northern, San Francisco
URL: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/its-a-new-day-and-breakfast-of-champions-2026-block-party-tickets-1611841012859

Kick off the year with the ultimate BLOCK PARTY in the heart of San Francisco! ITS A NEW DAY & BOC bringing the beats that'll have the whole city moving. Expect music, food, dancing in the streets, and good vibes only as we welcome in the first new day of the year together. This isn't just a party: it's the first epic chapter of 2026. Be there. Bring the crew. Own the day and night. Headliners: Boris, Claude VonStroke, Coco & Breezy, David Harness, DJ Dan, Krafty Kuts, Doc Martin, Eddie C, Gettoblaster, Jubilee, Kevin Knapp, Miguel Migs, Mira (DE), Pangaea, Robin S Tara Brooks Support: Anthony Mansfield, Borzu, DJ Dials, DJ M3, DJ Mes, DWATA, Galen, Greg Eversoul, MNTRA, TCHiLT, Rooz. Shane One, Shiny Objects, Solar, Squish And more (...)

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Show Time: 2:00 PM
Price: $100+
Location: Pier 80 Warehouse, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/TheMidwaySFEvents

San Francisco's freshest NYE festival is back & bigger than ever for our 2026 celebration. Tap the link below and sign up to be first to see the lineup announcement and get on the list for presale tickets. Sign up for first access: https://laylo.com/themidwaysf/fs26

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Show Time: 9:00 PM
Price: FREE
Location: Boom Boom Room, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/BoomBoomRoomSF

VIBE RIGHT! This soul party showcases native SF and Bay Area musician talent Live and Old School, crossing Hip-hop, R&B, and a fusion of Jazz and Funk musical genres. In addition to the unforgettable live musical performances you won't want to miss. January 1st, Vibe Right! (No Cover) feat. Bay Area performing artists Azkia Malik, ELBeetz, and supporting acts: ABAA, Miya Monae, and Mike Schola

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $35+
Location: Yoshi's Oakland, Oakland
URL: http://bit.ly/YoshisCalendar

Recognized as a global phenomenon, Grammy¨ Award-Winning Latin Big Band Pacific Mambo Orchestra's (PMO) original and ingenious repertoire is spiked with infectious energy and superb musicianship. PMO effortlessly blends genre-bending originals and covers

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $29+
Location: Felton Music Hall, Felton
URL: https://bit.ly/FeltonMusicEvents
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Moonalice is an exuberant Bay Area ten-piece known for delivering a unique brand of psychedelic soul and rock-tinged Americana. With an unparalleled list of collaborations with some of the biggest names in music, the family tree of Moonalice has touchedevery corner of rock and roll history. Led by vocalist Lester Chambers, who co-founded pioneering '60s psychedelic soul group The Chambers Brothers; bassist Pete Sears, a founding member of Jefferson Starship who has played with everyone from Rod Stewart to Jimi Hendrix, and guitarist Roger McNamee, who was an advisor to Grateful Dead and U2 and fights against entrenched power in the tech industry

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $31+
Location: Sweetwater Music Hall, Mill Valley
URL: https://bit.ly/SweetwaterMusicHallEvents

Jerry & Dawg Revisited is a recreation of the sound and spirit of Garcia Grisman (1990-1994) with original members Joe Craven and Jim Kerwin.

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:30 PM
Price: $20+
Location: Ivy Room, Albany
URL: https://bit.ly/IvyRoomAlbany
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Mike Dillon's latest album 'Rosewood' musically signifies transition and transformation. The 13-track collection was written and recorded during a period of profound change. Dillon found himself relocating from his fourteen year base in New Orleans to his current residence in Kansas City. w/ Brian Roy Haas is an internationally celebrated, award-winning pianist, composer, producer and arranger with almost 40 albums of original compositions under his name

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:30 PM
Price: FREE
Location: Local Edition, San Francisco
URL: https://www.localeditionsf.com/#events

Steve Lucky and The Rhumba Bums performing jump blues, swing, jazz, and rare gems inspired by the '30s, '40s and '50s!

Door Time:
Show Time: 9:30 PM
Price: $13+
Location: Boom Boom Room, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/BoomBoomRoomSF
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The Happys, led by singer-songwriter Nick Petty, is a rising force in alternative music, blending rock, punk, and indie to create raw, honest songs that explore the human experience. With over 13 years of dedication, they've earned spots alongside acts like Sublime with Rome and Dwight Yoakham. + Yorn's Apostles is a young rock band from the San Francisco North Bay featuring Max Weinberg, Sammy Andersen, and Magnus Wiig. From The Phoenix Theater in Petaluma to Berkeley's 924 Gilman, the band continues to play their all-original music while delivering a synergistic combination of heavy-groovy-trippy riffs and punk rock intensity

Door Time:
Show Time: 7:00 PM
Price: $26+
Location: Hopmonk Tavern Sebastopol, Sebastopol
URL: http://bit.ly/HopMonkSebastopolTickets
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Dead Roses: Todd Bugbee's Dead Roses: SF Bay's badass Grateful Dead tribute: Sometimes funky, a little trippy, always full of energy and extremely danceable. Nate Beltz, Preston Barnes, Stephanie Mandela, James Miller, Tim Baker and Todd Bugbee. + Grassomoxoa: The fine art of bluegrass and the music of the Grateful Dead have been linked before the Dead even existed. Any fan knows that bluegrass was the foundation of Jerry Garcia's lifelong commitment to his craft. He would later revisit it in 1973 with the short-lived, yet very influential project, Old and in the Way. It finally came back around in the early 90's when Garcia-Grisman was formed. Even when bluegrass wasn't at the forefront for Jerry, it was always a factor just beneath the surface. Grassomoxoa (a clever nod to the 1969 GD album, Aoxomoxoa) is comprised of four men who are extremely passionate about bluegrass and the Grateful Dead.

Door Time:
Show Time: 7:30 PM
Price: $35+
Location: Yoshi's Oakland, Oakland
URL: http://bit.ly/YoshisCalendar

Recognized as a global phenomenon, Grammy¨ Award-Winning Latin Big Band Pacific Mambo Orchestra's (PMO) original and ingenious repertoire is spiked with infectious energy and superb musicianship. PMO effortlessly blends genre-bending originals and covers

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $39+
Location: Freight & Salvage, Berkeley
URL: http://bit.ly/FreightSalvageCalendar

CO-PRESENTED WITH (((ifolkYEAH! ))) N.G.S.R.S is an innovative Chicago-based experimental duo formed by artists Angel Bat Dawid and 9MAGICFOREVER1. Both are accomplished composers, producers, multi-instrumentalists and DJ's; Angel specializes in clarinet, piano, electronics, and vocals, while 9MAGICFOREVER1 brings expertise in electronics, guitar, saxophone, flute, bass, piano, and drum/beatmaking. Inspired by Chicago's rich traditions of free jazz, avant-garde music, and Sun Ra's cosmic explorations, they craft immersive afrofuturist soundscapes that seamlessly blend improvisation, electronic beats, and striking visual elements. Inspired by Chicago's rich traditions of free jazz, avant-garde music, and Sun Ra's cosmic explorations, they craft immersive afrofuturist soundscapes that seamlessly blend improvisation, electronic beats, and striking visual elements. Their dynamic performances traverse genres such as jazz, gospel, hip-hop, footwork, house, and techno, pushing sonic boundaries and fostering innovative artistic expression

Door Time:
Show Time: 9:30 PM
Price: FREE
Location: The Riptide, San Francisco
URL: https://riptidesf.com/index.html

Dylan Covered Country or was that Country Covered Dylan: Rooted in the vibrant Bay Area jam band scene, Wicked Messengers brings a fresh interpretation to the timeless songs of Bob Dylan, Neil Young, Jerry Garcia, and more. This collective of seasoned musicians embodies a deep respect for famous classic songs while infusing their performances with a unique and organic flair. At the heart of Wicked Messengers are guitarist Pat Nevins, affectionately known as Shakey Zimmerman, brings his dynamic style and heartfelt vocals, guitar and harmonica to the forefront; Jay Wilcox, known for his Garcia esqe guitar tone and vocals with Lovin' Dead, contributes his exceptional prowess, vocals and harmonies; multi-instrumentalist Justin Wooster adds depth with his versatile musicianship, from drums to mandolin and vocals.

Door Time:
Show Time: 9:30 PM
Price: $12+
Location: Boom Boom Room, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/BoomBoomRoomSF
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Trumpeter Robert Gastelum is bringing his own hand picked set of musicians this night, performing mostly originals and will be featuring a few guest vocalists. One vocalist he will be featuring this night is __ng Lan from Vietnam who is new to the Bay Are, featuring a drummer, a bassist and keyboardist this night. The styles are a fusion of elements that range from jazz to reggae, to latin to funk and everything in between

Door Time:
Show Time: 1:00 PM
Price: $24+
Location: Sweetwater Music Hall, Mill Valley
URL: https://bit.ly/SweetwaterMusicHallEvents
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Moonalice is an exuberant Bay Area ten-piece known for delivering a unique brand of psychedelic soul and rock-tinged Americana. With an unparalleled list of collaborations with some of the biggest names in music, the family tree of Moonalice has touchedevery corner of rock and roll history. Led by vocalist Lester Chambers, who co-founded pioneering '60s psychedelic soul group The Chambers Brothers; bassist Pete Sears, a founding member of Jefferson Starship who has played with everyone from Rod Stewart to Jimi Hendrix, and guitarist Roger McNamee, who was an advisor to Grateful Dead and U2 and fights against entrenched power in the tech industry -

Door Time:
Show Time: 6:00 PM
Price: $35+
Location: Hopmonk Tavern Sebastopol, Sebastopol
URL: http://bit.ly/HopMonkSebastopolTickets
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An all-star Bob Dylan cover band, paying tribute the only way they know how,by rockin' out & taking Dylan songs to where they've never gone before. Every show is an adventure, with four part harmonies, gentle ballads and over-the-top, guitar-driven Rock and Roll.

Door Time:
Show Time: 7:30 PM
Price: FREE
Location: The Riptide, San Francisco
URL: https://riptidesf.com/index.html

NASHVILLE HONEYMOON FEATURING JOE GOLDMARK was born in Berkeley and nurtured in live music venues on both sides of the Bay, Nashville Honeymoon is a honkytonk band that plays their own special brand of California country. Hank and Lynne started performing together almost accidentally - a happy accident, as it turns out, because it sparked a musical collaboration that has produced three albums and brought them to venues ranging from the iconic Ivy Room to San Francisco's Great American Music Hall.

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $35+
Location: Sweetwater Music Hall, Mill Valley
URL: https://bit.ly/SweetwaterMusicHallEvents
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In tribute to the genius of Ray Charles, an outstanding sextet of Bay Area musicians offers their take on Ray's amazing songbook. Featuring Tony Lindsay, Glenn Walters, Chris Cain, David K. Mathews, Dewayne Pete & Kevin Hayes.

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:15 PM
Price: $20
Location: 988 Columbus Avenue
URL: https://thelostchurch.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket#/instances/a0FTU00000MXigj2AD

$20 General Admission Doors at 7:30pm. Show from 8:15-10:30pm with one intermission All-Ages are welcome $3 off each ticket when you use the code earlybird20 at checkout. Offer ends December 28th. Promo Codes are not applicable at the door. Codes are not case sensitive, but must be typed as one word. As the days grow darker, and you reach for something soft, Gillian Grogan and Hanna Haas invite you to join them for a special live performance of The Quiet Show: Soft Songs for Darker Days. The Quiet Show was born in an effort to bring people together to hear unplugged, acoustic music during Grogan’s earlier New England chapter. The two have since revived the show here in California to recreate that spaciousness for both story and song, to perform their most tender tunes, which often fall to a whisper and even play with silence. In particular, as the nights grow long and mirror the swelling darkness in our broader world, it feels right to gather and listen and offer our delicate truths. To hold a candle to the best and worst of it all. They need no excuse to sing and harmonize but relish the opportunity to learn each others’ catalogs and share some exquisite, collaborative covers they’ve found along the way. Their first Quiet Show sold out almost immediately, so this winter, they’re bringing The Quiet Show all across California and featuring some of their favorite, quietest local songwriters and special guests along the way. This tour finale in San Francisco promises to be a very, very special night. Your advanced ticket purchases help keep independent musicians and venues going strong. Pre-sales put the minds of everyone involved from artists to promoters to venue staff at ease and free up precious resources to enhance the actual art and experience. Thank you so much. Gillian Grogan is a vocalist, guitarist, songwriter and van-dweller with roots in Sonoma County. Grogan has woven bits of folk, indie, rock, and nature itself into a sonic landscape “unlike anything else you’ve heard in 'folk' music today” (Ear To The Ground). Tickled strings, floating vocals, hammered riffs and belted requests—she has taken the plot and given it curves, let it swell and shrink back again. Untamed and untethered, her pure yet earthy voice will silence the room one moment and have it in stitches the next. NPR Music's Felix Contreras calls her songwriting "six strings and the truth." She calls it “full-bodied folk.” Grogan is working on her second studio album at 2200 Studios in Sausalito, CA (formerly The Record Plant) with Grammy-nominated co-producer Ben Bloomberg and Grammy-nominated recording engineer Damien Lewis. Honey Moon explores questions without answers, love without purpose, and chords without resolve. It embraces readiness without preparation, vulnerabilities without judgement, and seeks to release the present from the past. It is a collection of songs and interludes that speak to a single truth—that it is our flaws which make us most beautiful, just as it is the dust and pollution in the earth’s atmosphere which casts a warm amber hue on the moon at the horizon, as it rises, as it falls, and rises again. https://gilliangrogan.com https://linktr.ee/gilliangrogan Hanna Haas is a songwriter drawn to the dance of light and dark. Based in the Bay Area, she’s come to call the entire West Coast home. She describes her music as “contemplative folk,” identifying with artists like Nick Drake, Joni Mitchell, and Feist for their alternate tunings and mesmerizing melodies. Inspired by the places she’s lived, Hanna sings of the dramatic cliffs of Big Sur, the California sun, and the vast, open sky of the Pacific Northwest. Hanna loves to engage her audiences in sweet storytelling and laughter, leaving her audience in a state of heart-felt introspection. https://hanna-haas.com Dead Nettle is the musical embodiment of Lindsey Wall’s intuitive songwriting, possessing elements of indie-folk with hints of grungy undertones. https://www.deadnettlemusic.com https://www.instagram.com/deadnettle.music Recommended If You Like: Laura Marling, Joni Mitchell, Feist

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $25+
Location: Yoshi's Oakland, Oakland
URL: http://bit.ly/YoshisCalendar

Renowned vocalist and celebrated funk band: After 25 years as the lead vocalist for Santana, Tony Lindsay has garnered 11 Grammy awards, traveled on numerous world tours, and recorded on seven Santana CDs w/ Huney Knuckles feat. the left hand keyboard bass wizardry of Kevin Wong along with the indomitable pocket of Darian Gray (touring drummer for Booker T Jones for the past 14 years), the Huney Knuckles are one of the most highly regarded new bands in the SF Bay Area, elevated to electifying heights by the lighting fast solos of virtuoso guitarist Brian Sheu along with the world class musicianship of grammy award winning saxophonist Tony Peebles & soulful stylings of guitarist Kelyn Crapp.

Door Time:
Show Time: 6:00 PM
Price: $15+
Location: Ivy Room, Albany
URL: https://bit.ly/IvyRoomAlbany
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Bang The Bay presents Every First and Third Wednesday at the Ivy Room Early show!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Door Time:
Show Time: 7:00 PM
Price: $20+
Location: Black Cat, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/BlackCatSFevents
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Solar X-Tet is an experimental, progressive jazz collective centered around the compositions and drumming of Isaias Medellin. Originally from San Antonio, Texas, Isaias Medellin relocated to Oakland in 2024 and has quickly made a name for himself in the Bay Area as one of the most unique and intense voices on the drum set.

Door Time:
Show Time: 7:30 PM
Price: $29+
Location: Yoshi's Oakland, Oakland
URL: http://bit.ly/YoshisCalendar

GUITAR PLAYER PRESENTS Highly acclaimed guitarist influenced by blues, rock, and jazz Johnny A. is a highly acclaimed guitarist renowned for his soulful playing and innovative approach to the instrument. Born and raised in Boston, Massachusetts, Johnny A. discovered his love for music at an early age. Influenced by blues, rock, and jazz, he honed his craft, developing a distinctive style that seamlessly blends elements of these genres. With a career spanning over three decades, Johnny A. has left an indelible mark on the music world. He gained widespread recognition for his solo work, characterized by his virtuosic guitar work and emotive storytelling through melody.

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $30+
Location: Ashkenaz, Berkeley
URL: https://bit.ly/AshkenazFullCalendar

A tradition started back in the 20th century, Ashkenaz's Grateful Dead Night is always evolving. Led by acclaimed guitarist-singer Allen (of Phil Lesh & Friends, Melvin Seals & JGB, Ghosts of Electricity)

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price:
Location: Blondie's, San Francisco
URL: https://blondiesbarsf.com/

Cuban Salsa & Tropical Vibes

Door Time:
Show Time: 9:00 PM
Price: FREE
Location: Boom Boom Room, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/BoomBoomRoomSF

Celestial Hotties Art Collective is a Multi Media art collective led by Simon Petty and Simone Gage. The band revolves around a groove-oriented core, Black American Music, funk, soul, and RnB drive the ship. For the first time as a quartet, Celestial Hotties features the Bay Area's premier players - Rocco Rizzi, Madison Bohrer and Cyril Grimsich complete the band along with Simon, who will be joined by a number of special guests from the lively scene, to enjoy nights of music and art in San Francisco.

Door Time:
Show Time: 7:00 PM
Price: $20+
Location: Black Cat, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/BlackCatSFevents
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Joe Block is a Steinway Artist and award-winning pianist, composer, arranger, bandleader, and musical director from Philadelphia, PA. Classically trained from the age of two, he later discovered a deep passion for jazz and went on to study at Columbia University and The Juilliard School. Now based in New York City, Block has quickly become one of the most sought-after musicians of his generation, performing and touring internationally with artists including Wynton Marsalis, Kurt Rosenwinkel, Gary Bartz, and Leslie Odom, Jr.

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $39+
Location: Freight & Salvage, Berkeley
URL: http://bit.ly/FreightSalvageCalendar

Indie Folk: In 2016, Erin Chapin, Caitlin Gowdey, and Vanessa May pivoted toward a raw, stripped-down acoustic sound, performing around a single condenser mic. This spotlighted their intricate harmonies and cemented their place in the roots music scene. Since then, their blend of provocative charm and musical precision has earned them a cult following across the US and Europe, thanks in part to a viral rise on social media.

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $15+
Location: O'Reilly's Pub, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/ptd-jan8
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Celebrating the Grateful Dead, Jerry Garcia Band and more

Door Time:
Show Time: 9:00 PM
Price: $23+
Location: Brick & Mortar Music Hall, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/BrickMortarEvents

Los jefes will be rolling out their first single release at this show! Los Jefes is a Salsa and Timba group from the San Francisco Mission District that has been on the scene for close to 5 years now. Paying homage to the classic Cuban and Puerto Rican bands of the past century, and mixing Cuban Timba elements of today's scene. + Mamboleo is a Latin Jazz ensemble of young musicians from across the Bay Area. Combining the sounds of Modern Jazz and explosive elements of Afro-Cuban Timba, Mamboleo delivers a soulful experience for diverse audiences in San Francisco and beyond. Based out of San Francisco, the band frequently performs as a part of the Mission Arts Performance Project (MAPP

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Show Time: 9:30 PM
Price: $5
Location: Madrone Art Bar, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/MadroneCalendar

SONAMO - Italian Funk is a San Francisco Bay Area band that delivers a dynamic, passionate blend of melodies via hefty doses of funk and acid jazz. To describe the sound of the band: if Sting and Jamiroquai had a lovechild they would name it Sonamo, and it would be eclectic and open-minded-

Door Time:
Show Time: 9:30 PM
Price: $10+
Location: Boom Boom Room, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/BoomBoomRoomSF
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ADOSOUL & THE TRIBE most known for his iconic growl, is an unforgettably soulful singer with gospel roots. Featured as Essence Magazines',"New & Next" Artist of 2023, he performed during Essence Festival of Culture & featured on Congo Stage at New Orleans' Jazz & Heritage Festival. While being classically trained at Xavier University of Louisiana, ADO began his solo career busking in the streets of the French Quarter; ultimately leading to him sharing stages with musical legends including: Dru Hill, Stephen Marley, Miquel, Lyfe Jennings, Melanie Fiona, and more! ADOSOUL & THE TRIBE is a dynamic New Orleans soul band blending Afrofuturism, 70s funk, R&B, and rock for a high-energy, culturally charged live experience.

Door Time:
Show Time: 11:00 AM
Price: $20
Location: Ashkenaz, Berkeley
URL: https://bit.ly/AshkenazClasses

Love dancing at shows and wish you had more chances to groove during the week? Kick off your weekend with a Friday morning dance party filled with free, joyful expression. With a curated playlist built for grooving, you'll be guided in releasing stress and activating joy, in supportive community.

Door Time:
Show Time: 7:00 PM
Price: $20+
Location: Black Cat, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/BlackCatSFevents

Joe Block is a Steinway Artist and award-winning pianist, composer, arranger, bandleader, and musical director from Philadelphia, PA. Classically trained from the age of two, he later discovered a deep passion for jazz and went on to study at Columbia University and The Juilliard School. Now based in New York City, Block has quickly become one of the most sought-after musicians of his generation, performing and touring internationally with artists including Wynton Marsalis, Kurt Rosenwinkel, Gary Bartz, and Leslie Odom, Jr.

Door Time:
Show Time: 7:30 PM
Price: $33+
Location: Almost Famous Wine Company, Livermore
URL: https://bit.ly/AlmostFamousWineCompany

Stu Hamm & Master musicians from Steve Vai Band, Joe Satriani Band, Jefferson Starship, Y&T, Big Brother and more will pay tribute to a musical hero including Jude Gold, Mike Vanderhule, Darby Gould, , Daniele Gottardo Frank Martin, Eric Barnett, Jules Leyhe, Jimmy Leslie & More!

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Show Time: 7:30 PM
Price: $25+
Location: Rancho Nicasio, Nicasio
URL: https://bit.ly/RanchoNicasioEvents

Elliott Peck and Nat Keefe are doing a limited run of duo shows! As one of the most sought-after vocalists on the West Coast, Elliott Peck has made a name for herself lending harmonies to everyone from Phil Lesh and Bob Weir to Jackie Greene and Lukas Nelson. As a member of the band Midnight North, she's appeared on bills with the likes of Bonnie Raitt and The Infamous Stringdusters. Now, with her mesmerizing solo career, Peck is stepping center stage, ready to prove she's a talent more than worthy of the spotlight on her own. + Nat Keefe's panoramic songwriting and baritone vocals play a defining role in Hot Buttered Rum's sound, founded HBR in 1999.

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Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $44+
Location: Freight & Salvage, Berkeley
URL: http://bit.ly/FreightSalvageCalendar

DANCE FLOOR / STANDING AREA OPEN This concert is part of The Freight's Hip-Hop is Folk Music initiative, which seeks to illuminate connections between hip-hop and other folk/roots music traditions. Contact education@thefreight.org for more information. In the early '90s, The Pharcyde emerged with a unique style in the gangsta rap-dominated West-Coast scene, embracing a self-deprecating and quirky approach that set them apart. Their debut, Bizarre Ride II the Pharcyde, flipped hip-hop conventions on their head, with hits like "Oh Shit," "Otha Fish," and "Passing Me By," leading it to achieve platinum status and comparisons to De La Soul and A Tribe Called Quest.

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Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $14+
Location: Neck of The Woods, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/NeckofTheWoodsSF

Cherub Dream presents: As foretold by us here, the forthcoming album from San Francisco based Pocket Full of Crumbs is here, and with it, another single. The single in question is "I" and in the humble opinion of I, is a *perfect* second single. It builds off perfectly from their first "In My Home" with an added layer of phuzzy goodness and still feels part of a cohesive unit without being a rehash of what they just did. They continue down the slacker shoegaze trail like a goddamn Johnny Appleseed - planting seeds that will eventually mature into full grown guitar pedals. + MyVeronica is an LA-based indie/emo-influenced rock band formed by UCLA alumni in 2021, featuring Mia Lin (vocals), Charlie Havenick (drums), Tristin Souvannarath (guitar), and Hovhannes Tamrazyan (bass), known for nostalgic sounds reminiscent of 90s bands like The Breeders and Sunny Day Real Estate, delivering cathartic music with lyrical hooks and guitar effects, recently releasing a split EP Farewell Skylines.

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Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $57+
Location: The Guild Theatre, Menlo Park
URL: https://bit.ly/TheGuildTheatre
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Presented by 107.7 The Bone! Unlike the name suggests, these five guys are close friends, each with an illustrious musical career. Tom Hamilton, multiple Grammy winner, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member, and Bassist of the biggest-selling American rock band of all time, Aerosmith, is joined by legendary drummer Tony Brock (The Babys and Rod Stewart), touring veterans Peter Stroud (Sheryl Crow and Don Henley) and Trace Foster on guitar, and singer Chasen Hampton, who has been singing professionally since the age of 11 as a member of the famed Mickey Mouse Club.

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Show Time: 8:30 PM
Price: $39+
Location: The Chapel, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/TheChapelCalendar
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DAVID STAGNO Guitar / Keys SHAGS CHAMBERLAIN Bass ALAN CONNOR Drums ARIEL PINK Vocals David, Shags and Alan were childhood friends. Alan loved Led Zeppelin, David loved Milli Vanilli, so they formed a band inspired by their love of Zeppelin and Milli Vanilli. Ariel auditioned to sing last minute

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Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $27+
Location: Rickshaw Stop, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/WinterDiscoBall
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Two Bay Area bands on a serious upward trajectory are teaming up for a special night at Rickshaw Stop on January 9th. The Westones and Animal Prince invite you to dress to impress for their “Winter Disco Ball”—think silvers, golds, flares, and full-on glam—and come ready to dance.

DJ Izzy Wise will keep the floor moving between sets and turn up the heat with an after-party that goes until close. It’s been a minute since we’ve seen The Westones in the Bay—their last appearance was an electrifying opening set for New Mastersounds at the Fillmore—and this show marks their final hometown stop before taking a break to head into the studio to record their debut album.

Don’t sleep on this one. Dress up, show up, and dance it out.

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Show Time: 9:00 PM
Price: $16+
Location: Boom Boom Room, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/BoomBoomRoomSF
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Fuzz Collective is ready to ring in the New Year at the legendary Boom Boom Room on Jan 9th! Local outfit Cousin Chris will join Fuzz for a night full of funk, rock, and good times. The Fuzz Collective is a funk-infused rock outfit based in San Francisco, CA, that tastefully mixes tight grooves, soulful melodies, and acid jazz experimentations, all with a retro flair. Led by Jeff Yasuda, the band has truly embraced its vision as a collective, working with various talented musicians in the Bay Area. Fuzz Collective recorded its debut full-length album in November 2023 at Color Red Studios in Denver, Colorado, alongside Producer and President of Color Red, Eddie Roberts (The New Mastersounds, The Lucky Strokes).

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Show Time: 9:30 PM
Price: $32+/ 2 day $50+
Location: Great American Music Hall, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/GreatAmericanMusicHallCalendar

First Church of the Sacred Silversexual, San Francisco A musical, theatrical, sparkly spectacle of a show that tap dances on all the lines between religion

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Show Time: 9:45 PM
Price: $20+
Location: Crazy Horse Nevada City, Nevada City
URL: https://bit.ly/CrazyHorseSaloonEvents

Boot Juice seven-piece band from Davis has won over audiences all across the western hemisphere with shear passion for their craft and unquestionable authenticity. The practically inhuman volume of energy output they generate throughout the course of their relentless performances can't help but to inspire a universal sense of awe and respect, and defy the typical assumption that a big band with horns is sticking to the well-worn path of funk, soul and jazz, unabashed cosmic rock and vibrant Americana band intent on taking audiences into an alternate dimension of pure freedom and dance euphoria where the outside world ceases to exist. Their three-part vocal harmonies carry major impact with intoxicating doses of soul, blues and sultry appeal.

Door Time:
Show Time: 7:00 PM
Price: $20+
Location: Black Cat, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/BlackCatSFevents

Joe Block is a Steinway Artist and award-winning pianist, composer, arranger, bandleader, and musical director from Philadelphia, PA. Classically trained from the age of two, he later discovered a deep passion for jazz and went on to study at Columbia University and The Juilliard School. Now based in New York City, Block has quickly become one of the most sought-after musicians of his generation, performing and touring internationally with artists including Wynton Marsalis, Kurt Rosenwinkel, Gary Bartz, and Leslie Odom, Jr.

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Show Time: 7:30 PM
Price: $49.00
Location: Presidio Theatre, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/PresidioTheatre-Shows

For this exclusive Presidio Theatre performance, Venezuelan pianist and composer Edward Simon will present his inventive trio of bassist Reuben Rogers and drummer Adam Cruz augmented by the Del Sol String Quartet and special guest saxophonist Chris Potter. The group will perform Simon’s latest work Latin Heart that blends the rhythmic vitality,and melodic richness of Latin American music with jazz. The program will include two pieces originally composed for the SFJAZZ Collective in 2024 that were inspired by a triptych of paintings by Rupy C. Tut.

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Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $31-
Location: Sweetwater Music Hall, Mill Valley
URL: https://bit.ly/SweetwaterMusicHallEvents
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Jim Keller first got nationwide attention with the Bay-area band Tommy Tutone. He co-wrote and performed "867-5309/Jenny," a classic power pop tune that helped make 80s radio so listenable. Now a cult figure in the music business, Keller's gigs in New York and Nashville are legendary.

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Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $28+
Location: Ivy Room, Albany
URL: https://bit.ly/IvyRoomAlbany
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THE SWINGIN' UTTERS While its origin story has gone through more reboots than Batman, Superman and Spider-Man combined, punk rock has been a consistent presence on the musical landscape for more than 40 years. You might be surprised to know, however, that the Swingin' Utters have been around for nearly as long --the band celebrated their 30th anniversary with a greatest-hits collection in 2019. Hell, this Bay Area street-punk band is so well-respected among their peers, there's even a whole tribute compilation dedicated to their extensive catalog, including covers by the likes of Dropkick Murphys, Fucked Up and Teenage Bottlerocket.

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Show Time: 9:00 PM
Price: $33+
Location: The Chapel, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/TheChapelCalendar
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Western Standard Time Ska Orchestra is a raw, powerful and in your face musical experience. This massive 20-piece group of All Star musicians is a spectacle to both watch and hear. With a horn section three times bigger than most other ska groups, WST breaks barriers and expands your imagination for what is possible. The groove is hard hitting and will definitely make you dance all night!

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Show Time: 9:00 PM
Price: $30+
Location: Moe's Alley, Santa Cruz
URL: https://bit.ly/MoesAlleyLiveMusic

California indie band, Rainbow Girls, is known for their haunting harmonies, powerful songwriting, and unfiltered yet poised stage presence. Their live show is an unforgettable, one-of-a-kind experience that will make you both laugh and cry. The band met in Southern California and formed at a weekly open mic night they hosted in their college house -- known as Rainbow House. They spent their first few summers as a band, busking & couch-surfing across Europe on one-way plane tickets. In 2016, Erin Chapin, Caitlin Gowdey, & Vanessa May pivoted toward a raw, stripped-down acoustic sound, performing around a single condenser mic. This spotlighted their intricate harmonies and cemented their place in the roots music scene.

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Show Time: 9:30 PM
Price: $32+/ 2 day $50+
Location: Great American Music Hall, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/GreatAmericanMusicHallCalendar

First Church of the Sacred Silversexual, San Francisco A musical, theatrical, sparkly spectacle of a show that tap dances on all the lines between religion

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Show Time: 9:30 PM
Price: $20+
Location: Crazy Horse Nevada City, Nevada City
URL: https://bit.ly/CrazyHorseSaloonEvents

Boot Juice seven-piece band from Davis has won over audiences all across the western hemisphere with shear passion for their craft and unquestionable authenticity. The practically inhuman volume of energy output they generate throughout the course of their relentless performances can't help but to inspire a universal sense of awe and respect, and defy the typical assumption that a big band with horns is sticking to the well-worn path of funk, soul and jazz, unabashed cosmic rock and vibrant Americana band intent on taking audiences into an alternate dimension of pure freedom and dance euphoria where the outside world ceases to exist. Their three-part vocal harmonies carry major impact with intoxicating doses of soul, blues and sultry appeal.

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Show Time: 9:30 PM
Price: $15+
Location: Boom Boom Room, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/BoomBoomRoomSF
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Texas Disco Party Lands in San Francisco! __ __ AUSTIN'S HOTTEST DISCO NIGHT TAKES OVER THE BOOM BOOM ROOM -- EVERY 2ND SATURDAY! SAN FRANCISCO, CA -- Get ready to glitter, groove, and get down! Austin's legendary Texas Disco Party is bringing the heat to the Bay Area -- landing at The Boom Boom Room every 2nd Saturday, starting December 13th! After six dazzling years of sold-out nights in Austin, the party that celebrates diversity, freedom, and the original spirit of disco is now setting San Francisco's dance floors on fire. DJ Juan Lo and Topaz -- two of Texas' funkiest selectors -- will be spinning pure disco gold all night long. Think Studio 54 vibes with a Texas twist. DISCO HOMBRES: $15 LADIES: ALWAYS FREE -- No Cover Ever!

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Show Time: 10:00 PM
Price: FREE
Location: DownLo Chico, Chico
URL: https://bit.ly/LostOnMainChico

ADO Soul & The Tribe is the dynamic band led by acclaimed New Orleans vocalist Adolph "ADO Soul" Davis, known for his powerful, gritty voice rooted in gospel and soul, he started by busking in the French Quarter. He rose above many talented NOLA artists to perform at major festivals (Essence, Jazz Fest) and with legends like Jon Batiste and Stephen Marley.

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Show Time: 2:00 PM
Price: $25+
Location: Fairfax Pavilion, Fairfax
URL: https://www.renegadeorchestra.com/
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The Renegade Orchestra is the bay area's most rock and roll symphony (featuring around 15 musicians, committed to having a relaxed and rocking time). Is it a rock band? Is it an orchestra? Who knows? But it's definitely the best of both worlds. The pure unbridled fury of some of the bay area's top orchestra players unleashed on classic rock songs backed up by a hard-hitting rhythm section. On Jan 11 at 2 pm, at the Fairfax Pavilion, the Renegade Orchestra will present a revolving set of music all based on the sounds of San Francisco,and the Bay Area, featuring pieces written by famous Bay Area rock bands or even just recorded in the Bay Area. These are classic tunes reimagined like Jefferson Airplane's Somebody to Love, It's a Beautiful Day's White Bird, and even some orchestral punk by the Dead Kennedys, If there is something you hate about orchestra concerts, this is the opposite. This is a historic venue where all the 60's bands played like Janis Joplin.

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Show Time: 4:00 PM
Price: $15+
Location: Ivy Room, Albany
URL: https://bit.ly/IvyRoomAlbany
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Hosted by Kochina Rude - Narcan Queen, harm reduction advocate and MC - Drag Performances by members of the House of Rude Freedom Rising: A benefit event for Abortion Freedom Fund

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Show Time: 4:00 PM
Price: $18+
Location: Moe's Alley, Santa Cruz
URL: https://bit.ly/MoesAlleyLiveMusic

Anthony Arya is an Americana Rock artist from the San Francisco Bay Area, California. He gained popularity at 16 after his appearance on NBC's The Voice. Since then, he has released four full length albums winning national awards for his songwriting. From his soulful lyrics to gritty guitar riffs, Anthony brings the folk rock California sound of Laurel Canyon to a modern era.

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Show Time: 7:00 PM
Price: $20+
Location: Black Cat, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/BlackCatSFevents
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From co-founding The Bad Plus--the avant-garde trio that redefined jazz and indie rock--to crafting critically acclaimed albums on ECM and Blue Note, Ethan Iverson is a master of melody and innovation. With collaborations spanning jazz legends like Tom Harrell, Jack DeJohnette, and Billy Hart, his music is as adventurous as it is accessible. Whether commanding the stage, composing for modern dance, or publishing sharp-witted jazz criticism, Iverson continues to shape the sound and conversation of contemporary jazz.

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Show Time: 7:30 PM
Price: FREE
Location: The Riptide, San Francisco
URL: https://riptidesf.com/index.html

Michael Ward returns to the Riptide with his crew of animal musicians - come get some. Michael Ward, the singer-songwriter and guitarist from the bands School of Fish and The Wallflowers, also fronts Dogs & Fishes, a progressive rock group featuring top session musicians, where he shares his unique songwriting with a focus on creation and lyrics, a passion he pursued after leaving the mainstream spotlight to focus on his own musical vision.

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Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $60+
Location: The UC Theatre, Berkeley
URL: http://bit.ly/UCTheatre

Bi-2 is a Belarusian alternative rock band, formed in 1988 in Babruysk, Belarusian SSR. During their career, Bi-2 achieved international success in Eastern Europe. In 2023, the band members emigrated to Israel

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Show Time: 9:00 PM
Price: FREE
Location: Boom Boom Room, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/BoomBoomRoomSF

The Mars Express delivers musical experiences for all Earthings to enjoy. Our passion for jazz, neo-soul, and funk drives us to create a sonic journey that captivates and inspires. Our performances offer instrumental solos, expressive jams and smooth dynamic vocals.

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Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $25+
Location: Bottom of the Hill, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/BottomOfTheHill

Two legendary ska bands unite for a high-energy night of punk-infused grooves and unstoppable dance vibes! From Grand Rapids' DIY heroes Mustard Plug, celebrating over 30 years of ska-punk anthems, to New York's The Toasters, America's longest-running ska band and pioneers of the 3rd Wave movement--this is a must-see double bill for ska fans old and new.

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Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $37+
Location: Felton Music Hall, Felton
URL: https://bit.ly/FeltonMusicEvents
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Mike Dawes is an English guitarist known for composing, arranging and performing multiple parts simultaneously on a single guitar. He is regarded as one of the world's most creative modern fingerstyle guitarists with a repertoire spanning original viral videos and popular arrangements, alongside mainstream chart success performing with Justin Hayward of The Moody Blues. Dawes was named 'Best Acoustic Guitarist In The World' two years in a row (2017 & 2018) by Total Guitar Magazine & MusicRadar Reading Polls, with numerous 2nd place rankings in the proceeding years. YouTube personality Rick Beato named Mike 'One Of The Finest Acoustic Guitar Players In The World'.

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Show Time: 9:30 PM
Price: FREE
Location: Madrone Art Bar, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/MadroneCalendar

PHAT TUESDAY 2-Step TUESDAY with VEOTIS

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Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $31+
Location: Sweetwater Music Hall, Mill Valley
URL: https://bit.ly/SweetwaterMusicHallEvents

Mike Dawes is an English guitarist known for composing, arranging and performing multiple parts simultaneously on a single guitar. He is regarded as one of the world's most creative modern fingerstyle guitarists with a repertoire spanning original viral videos and popular arrangements, alongside mainstream chart success performing with Justin Hayward of The Moody Blues. Dawes was named 'Best Acoustic Guitarist In The World' two years in a row (2017 & 2018) by Total Guitar Magazine & MusicRadar Reading Polls, with numerous 2nd place rankings in the proceeding years. YouTube personality Rick Beato named Mike 'One Of The Finest Acoustic Guitar Players In The World'.

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Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $60+
Location: Yoshi's Oakland, Oakland
URL: http://bit.ly/YoshisCalendar

America's Got Talent star and Apollo winner Dee Dee Simon delivers a powerhouse tribute to the legendary Whitney Houston." Dee Dee Simon is a vocal powerhouse who has captivated audiences across the nation with her dynamic stage presence and extraordinary voice. She first gained national attention as a star on America's Got Talent, then solidified her reputation as a world-class entertainer when she won the prestigious Showtime at the Apollo. Over the years, Dee Dee has been honored as Bay Area Entertainer of the Year multiple times, a testament to her artistry, charisma, and dedication to her craft.

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Show Time: 8:30 PM
Price: FREE
Location: Boom Boom Room, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/BoomBoomRoomSF

JEFF COTTON'S GIN JOINT:,. In The Vein of Tom Petty and Americana Rock, roots rock, southern rock, country and folk. Guitar, mandolin and Vocals; Jeff Cotton Bass; Mike Toth Drums; Kris Jones Lead Rhythm Guitars; Thomas Kenny

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Show Time: 7:00 PM
Price: $20+
Location: Black Cat, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/BlackCatSFevents
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Launched by bassist Giulio Xavier Cetto and former Mars Volta/Thundercat drummer Thomas Pridgen, Big Trippin is a California-based improvisation-laced vehicle for exploring state-of-the-art grooves.

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Show Time: 7:00 PM
Price: SOLD OUT
Location: Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, Santa Rosa
URL: https://bit.ly/LutherBurbankEvents

Two of Motown's most legendary vocal groups come together for an unforgettable night of soul, harmony, and hit-making history. From "My Girl" and "Ain't Too Proud to Beg" to "Reach Out I'll Be There" and "I Can't Help Myself," these Rock & Roll Hall of Fame icons deliver timeless songs that shaped generations. A rare chance to experience the sound, style, and magic of classic Motown live on one stage.

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Show Time: 7:00 PM
Price: $10
Location: The Faight Collective, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/FaightSF

Resolution at the Faight A jazz rock music night featuring local bands Oldedan, Taller Tides, & BoxCutter

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Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $29+
Location: Brick & Mortar Music Hall, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/BrickMortarEvents

Popscene Presents: Vienna Vienna is always waiting for his next chance to take the stage, to electrify the audience with glimmer rock: performance is an essential part of the equation. The multi-instrumentalist sees performing as "a chance at vulnerability without all the pressure." His debut EP Wonderland reflects his journey with queerness and self-acceptance, creating aspace of shared catharsis at his shows.Growing up anxious and conflicted about his identity, Vienna Vienna found solace in music, which evolved from a coping tool into a means ofself-expression and self-love. Now signed to Records and co released by Pete Wentz'slabel DCD2, Wonderland blends '00s pop-punk, queer pop, and soft-rock ballads.

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Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $33+
Location: The Chapel, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/TheChapelCalendar
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(((folkYEAH!))) Presents: Ryley Walker currently resides in New York City. But his latest LP is a Chicago record in spirit. The masterful Course In Fable, the songwriter's 5th solo effort, draws from the deep well of that city's fertile 1990s scene, when bands like Tortoise, The Sea and Cake and Gastr del Sol were reshaping the underground, mixing and matching indie rock, jazz, prog and beyond. Walker spent his formative years in Chicago, absorbing those heady sounds and finding ways to make them his own At first in folk- rock troubadour mode, it makes sense that he's arrived at this point; each LP has grown more intricate and assured, his influences distilling into something original and unusual. To put it simply: Course In Fable is Walker's best record yet, full of active imagination and endless possibilities. + David Pajo is a musician from Louisville, KY. He's played in such bands as Slint, Gang Of Four, Stereolab, Tortoise, and Interpol. His long running solo output through Drag City records has been under the monikers Papa M

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Show Time: 8:45 PM
Price: $21+
Location: Rickshaw Stop, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/RickshawStopEvents

RICKSHAW STAFF John and Carmen CURATE: Everyone Is Dirty is a California-born, Oakland-based art-rock outfit founded by electric-violin sorceress/vocalist Sivan Lioncub and guitarist/producer Christopher Daddio, creative partnership forms the band's volatile, visionary core, Sivan's distortion-drenched, punk-electric violin and the duo's kaleidoscopic approach to songwriting and production, EID delivers performances that feel like ecstatic electrical storms--equal parts vulnerability and volatility. + Agouti's debut album Nodes (2019) earned praise from Happy Mag, Brightest Young Things, and was featured in KQED's mixtape of emerging psychedelic acts. The latest single, Golden Hour, reveals a breezier, dream-pop side. Known for captivating live performances. & Grooblen: Bay Area psychedelic-cabaret dreampunk adjective descriptor music to get your wiggles out to.

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Show Time: 9:00 PM
Price: $34+
Location: The Catalyst Club, Santa Cruz
URL: https://bit.ly/CatalystClub

Live In The Atrium: LSD and the Search for God hit the Northern California coast in 2005--seemingly from another place and time--dosing audiences with hypnotic performances built upon swirling guitar sounds, otherworldly drones, fuzzed-out pop melodies, and dreamy vocal harmonies. As reviews of their first shows drew comparisons to My Bloody Valentine, Slowdive, Yo La Tengo, Spacemen 3, and Sonic Youth, the band quickly developed a must-see reputation within San Francisco's underground psychedelic music community.

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Show Time: 9:00 PM
Price: FREE
Location: Boom Boom Room, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/BoomBoomRoomSF

Channeling the dark wit and biting social commentary of the 70's, multi-instrumentalist William Johnston has sharpened his songwriting craft to a deadly edge, ready to cut the wires of the systems that keep us in place. Think the acidity of Steely Dan with the smooth finish of Al Green- too modern to be Retro Soul but too funky to simply be Indie Rock. Get in for this show:

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Show Time: 11:00 AM
Price: $20
Location: Ashkenaz, Berkeley
URL: https://bit.ly/AshkenazClasses

Love dancing at shows and wish you had more chances to groove during the week? Kick off your weekend with a Friday morning dance party filled with free, joyful expression. With a curated playlist built for grooving, you'll be guided in releasing stress and activating joy, in supportive community.

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Show Time: 6:00 PM
Price: Freee!!
Location: 3736 Florence Street Redwood City, CA 94063
URL: https://www.facebook.com/events/1186834913617447

Hi Friends, Happy New Year! Come join us for a fun free night of music from 6 - 8pm Fri. 1/16 @ Freewheel Brewing Company in Redwood City. I'll be joined by Perry Spinali on fiddle + John Hosking on upright bass. We have a great set of acoustic roots and blues and some new surprises! See you there! Friday, January 16th 6-8pm John Rybak + Friends Freewheel Brewing Company 3736 Florence Street Redwood City, CA 94063 650-365-2337 21+, Free show https://www.freewheelbrewing.com/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AhHaHmc8nI4&t=2652s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AhHaHmc8nI4 https://www.reverbnation.com/johnrybakfriends Event Page -> https://www.facebook.com/events/1186834913617447

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Show Time: 6:00 PM
Price: FREE
Location: Free Wheeling Brewing, Redwood City
URL: https://bit.ly/freewheelbrewing

Join them for a fun free night of music from 6 - 8pm Fri. 1/16 @ Freewheel Brewing Company in Redwood City. John will be be joined by Perry Spinali on fiddle + John Hosking on upright bass. We have a great set of acoustic roots and blues and some new surprises! See you there!

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Show Time: 6:30 PM
Price: 10+
Location: Manny's Cafe, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/MarmotKingsGameNight01-16-26

Join us for our monthly-ish board game night at Manny's -Party games, Social games and Group games. Bring a game to teach and share! Hosted by board game enthusiast the Marmot King, Games Night is a fun analog way to spend your Friday night. The ticket includes one drink.

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Show Time: 7:00 PM
Price: $20+
Location: Black Cat, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/BlackCatSFevents

Sarah Hanahan is a dynamic, soulful alto saxophonist swiftly emerging as one of the most compelling new voices in jazz. A graduate of both the Jackie McLean Institute of Jazz and The Juilliard School, she blends deep-rooted swing and bebop traditions with a bold, modern intensity--an approach shaped by her rigorous training and fearless artistic vision.

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Show Time: 7:30 PM
Price: $109+
Location: Yoshi's Oakland, Oakland
URL: http://bit.ly/YoshisCalendar

For 55 years, Tower of Power has delivered the best in funk, soul music and East Bay Grease."We were a Soul band called The Motowns," recalls Emilio Castillo. "Rocco was the bass player, I was in there, and my brother was the drummer. I met "Doc" Kupka back in 1968 and gave him an audition. He came into the band, and we eventually changed our name to the Tower of Power." The reason for the band name change was that they had a specific goal in mind. "We wanted to get into the Fillmore Auditorium, and with a name like the Motowns, dressed in suits with razor cuts, we knew we'd never get in there. We grew our hair long, started to be hippies, and changed our name. Doc then suggested that we start writing our own songs."

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Show Time: 7:30 PM
Price: Donations Encouraged
Location: Finnegan's Wake, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/finneganswakesf

The Minglewood Boys will be playing at Finnegans Wake on Friday, 1/16, 7:30-11pm in Celebration of the life and times of Bob Weir. Please come join us to dance and share your stories. __ #gratefuldead #bobweir #onelove

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Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $35+
Location: Ashkenaz, Berkeley
URL: https://bit.ly/AshkenazFullCalendar

A tradition started back in the 20th century, Ashkenaz's Grateful Dead Night is always evolving. Led by acclaimed guitarist-singer Allen (of Phil Lesh & Friends, Melvin Seals & JGB, Ghosts of Electricity)

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Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $27+
Location: The Chapel, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/TheChapelCalendar
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Analog Dog makes genre fluid music in San Francisco, USA. Hailing from all corners of the country, the band came together in and around the hallowed musical breeding grounds of Golden Gate Park, with the intent to carry on the spirit of the legendary musical city. With each member drawing on diverse inspirations and musical backgrounds, from self-taught to classically trained, they unite over a common love for genre-bending composition and improvisation. Honoring the vibrations of the psychedelic revolution of the 1960s, digging into the disco grooves from the dance revolution of the 1970s, and simultaneously embracing modern indie pop soundscapes, Analog Dog is its own thing.

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Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: FREE
Location: Local Edition, San Francisco
URL: https://www.localeditionsf.com/#events

Cosmo Alleycats have been a favorite of the San Francisco music scene since the band's 2010 beginning, bringing to the stage a potent mix of swing and vintage dance music with a dynamic, soulful delivery. Led by vocalist Emily Day ("one of the major singers in her field" - Scott Yanow), Cosmo Alleycats draws from several decades of exhilarating American music, along with inspired originals, to deliver a fun and engaging performance.

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Show Time: 9:00 PM
Price: $32+
Location: The Independent, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/TheIndyCalendar

The Seshen is a San Francisco Bay Area-based six-piece band led by singer/lyricist Lalin St. Juste and bassist/producer Akiyoshi Ehara. Their forward-thinking sound combines synthesizers, drum machines, and live percussion to create an unmistakable fusion of R&B, synth-pop, and electronic music. + Rituals of Mine is the project of Sacramento-based artist Terra Lopez, known for her innovative blending of electronic, R&B, and trip-hop influences into a sound that feels both intimate and powerful. Originally known as Sister Crayon, the project has evolved into a space for Lopez to explore grief, healing, and personal transformation.

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Show Time: 9:00 PM
Price: $24+
Location: Moe's Alley, Santa Cruz
URL: https://bit.ly/MoesAlleyLiveMusic

The Sam Chase & The Untraditional hails from San Francisco, California. This juggernaut of a band blends rock n roll with folk music while maintaining the sensibilities and attitudes that come from growing up on a healthy diet of punk rock. The leader of the band is The Sam Chase himself, a natural storyteller with a voice that sounds as if it has weathered many an epic tale

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Show Time: 9:00 PM
Price: $10+
Location: Boom Boom Room, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/BoomBoomRoomSF
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A Reggae/Funk band with dance Energy Disco-Soul-inspired solos Eric Wiley's Coyotes band features funk and Reggae Originals and covers with solos by all band members reminiscent of the classic bands of many decades. The music is a mix of cover tunes and originals with strong influence from the New Orleans style of music that focuses on Reggae and funk with solos done in the jazz tradition.

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Show Time: 3:00 PM
Price: FREE
Location: The Big Easy, Petaluma
URL: https://bit.ly/BigEasyPetaluma

Jane Free Productions: Join a night of live music + creative community at Dead of Winter: Micro Music Fest! Featuring performances by Louiza, Jane Free, Ellen Warkentine, The Seashells, Jagged Jein, Don't Tell John, and Redwood Chrome. This intimate festival celebrates independent artistry & solidarity with reproductive rights.

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Show Time: 6:00 PM
Price: $15+
Location: Mr. Tipple's Recording Studio, San Francisco
URL: https://mrtipplessf.com/calendar/

Adam Theis Trombone, Tommy Occhiuto Sax, Colin Hogan Piano, Josh Thurston Milgrom Bass, Henry Plumb Drums

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Show Time: 6:30 PM
Price: $15 - $25, students $10
Location: 2905 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley
URL: https://berkeleyarthouse.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/1-17-2.jpg

Scarlett Fyre with special guest's including Jami Cassady, Neal's daughter.

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Show Time: 7:00 PM
Price: $26+
Location: Hopmonk Tavern Sebastopol, Sebastopol
URL: http://bit.ly/HopMonkSebastopolTickets
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The evolution of Boot Juice has been a magnificent phenomenon to behold over the past few years. This seven-piece band from Davis has done things the old-fashioned way - earning everything they have with blood, sweat and tears shed on stages throughout the region. It's been more sweat than anything else based on the practically inhuman volume of energy output they generate throughout the course of their relentless performances. Boot Juice defies the typical assumption that a big band with horns is sticking to the well-worn path of funk and jazz. They certainly infuse those genres into the mix. More than anything though, this is an unabashed cosmic rock band intent on taking audiences into an alternate dimension of pure freedom and dance euphoria!

Door Time:
Show Time: 7:00 PM
Price: $51+
Location: Great American Music Hall, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/GreatAmericanMusicHallCalendar

SF Sketchfest 2026 & GAMH presents Making their SF Sketchfest debut, critically acclaimed and longtime much-beloved band Guster is hosting their variety show Hits & Bits, bringing you fantastic music along with very special guests, for two completely different shows on the same night!

Door Time:
Show Time: 7:00 PM
Price: $20+
Location: Black Cat, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/BlackCatSFevents

Sarah Hanahan is a dynamic, soulful alto saxophonist swiftly emerging as one of the most compelling new voices in jazz. A graduate of both the Jackie McLean Institute of Jazz and The Juilliard School, she blends deep-rooted swing and bebop traditions with a bold, modern intensity--an approach shaped by her rigorous training and fearless artistic vision.

Door Time:
Show Time: 7:30 PM
Price: $119+
Location: Yoshi's Oakland, Oakland
URL: http://bit.ly/YoshisCalendar

For 55 years, Tower of Power has delivered the best in funk, soul music and East Bay Grease."We were a Soul band called The Motowns," recalls Emilio Castillo. "Rocco was the bass player, I was in there, and my brother was the drummer. I met "Doc" Kupka back in 1968 and gave him an audition. He came into the band, and we eventually changed our name to the Tower of Power." The reason for the band name change was that they had a specific goal in mind. "We wanted to get into the Fillmore Auditorium, and with a name like the Motowns, dressed in suits with razor cuts, we knew we'd never get in there. We grew our hair long, started to be hippies, and changed our name. Doc then suggested that we start writing our own songs."

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $37+
Location: Sweetwater Music Hall, Mill Valley
URL: https://bit.ly/SweetwaterMusicHallEvents

The Crosby Collective is a like-minded community of Grammy-nominated musicians, celebrated artists, close friends, and accomplished creatives who come together to create timeless sonic experiences that feed the soul with feelgood music.

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Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $12+
Location: Hotel Utah, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/HotelUtahCalendar

A Birthday Bash for Angelo & Nicole! OMIGATO! Led by harmonica virtuoso and composer Angelo Tomandl, Omigato! is a Bay Area band that defies easy categorization. The band's powerful rhythm section anchors the project's unique instrumentation, which includes harmonica, trombone, flute, and guitar. Combining psychedelic, progressive, and Peruvian influences. + FRANCES8 Blending innovative soundscapes with classic folk roots, Frances8 creates music that feels both modern and timeless

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Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $24+
Location: Neck of The Woods, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/NeckofTheWoodsSF

Hostile Design Tour: Black Eyes was a visceral, percussion-heavy post-punk band from Washington D.C. (2001-2004) known for chaotic, danceable, and politically charged music, featuring dual drummers and bassists, fronted by vocalists Hugh McElroy & Daniel Martin-McCormick, with Jacob Long (bass/sax) and Mike Kanin (drums). After disbanding, they reunited in 2022 for their 20th anniversary, releasing new music and touring, blending their raw energy with new sounds like electronic triggers and samples.

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $23+
Location: Mystic Theatre, Petaluma
URL: https://bit.ly/MysticTheatreShows

Benefit for Petaluma High School Music Department: Join us for a special night celebrating music, community, and the next generation of performers! The Mystic Theatre is proud to host a benefit concert supporting the Petaluma High School Music Department, featuring a full set from the always-electrifying Spike Sikes & His Awesome Hotcakes. Kicking off the evening is the Petaluma High School Jazz Ensemble, showcasing some of the brightest young musicians in town. Come enjoy a soulful, high-energy night of blues, swing, New Orleans-inspired grooves, and big-band joy--all while supporting local music education. This is a feel-good show you won't want to miss!

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:30 PM
Price: FREE
Location: Local Edition, San Francisco
URL: https://www.localeditionsf.com/#events

Wobbly World members are distinguished musicians from around the world who left their country for the American dream, became citizens, and fully embraced the spirit of freedom and American traditions. We believe in the power of collaboration, unity, and equality and live and breathe it in our daily lives. We are musicians and singers from Cuba, Morocco, Peru, Palestine, Lebanon, Bolivia, Vietnam & the United States.

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:30 PM
Price: $34+
Location: Brick & Mortar Music Hall, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/BrickMortarEvents

Marty O'Reilly's live performances aren't just concerts; they're cathartic experiences. From soft and haunting moments to wild and electric highs, his shows linger with you long after the lights come up. Marty's songs dig deep into the human experience--exploring themes of loneliness, connection, love, and loss. Whether performing solo or with a full band, he brings listeners into his world, making them feel like part of the story.

Door Time:
Show Time: 9:00 PM
Price: $11+
Location: Boom Boom Room, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/BoomBoomRoomSF
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Led by drummer Rich Newell, BLK DMND and NUV Collective are redefining the live music experience. By fusing Neo-Soul, Pop, R&B, and Hip-Hop, these two powerhouses take the songs you love and breathe fresh, soulful life into them. Whether you're a long-time fan or a first-time listener, get ready to fall in love with your favorite hits all over again. Welcome to the collective.

Door Time:
Show Time: 9:30 PM
Price: $15+
Location: Crazy Horse Nevada City, Nevada City
URL: https://bit.ly/CrazyHorseSaloonEvents

Cello + beatboxing + vocals + live looping = Cello Joe, he plays the cello while beatboxing, looping, and singing. It's Classical, Conscious Cello Hip Hop Funk. His lyrics weave together sustainability, environmental justice, and social awareness. They entertain, inspire, and make you wonder.

Door Time:
Show Time: 1:00 PM
Price: FREE
Location: Winter's Tavern, Pacifica
URL: https://winterstavern.com/events/event/mlk-music-festival/

Sifting Through the Stars: Bay Area Rock, The Rebound: Pacifica, CA Rock, Chris Baron Music Duo: Singer/Songwriter, Bastards Of Babylon, Catherine DeNuverang: SF World Garage Duo, Smiling Vagrants: Bay Area Rock, Cheat The Reaper: Bay Area Hard Rock MORE TBA!

Door Time:
Show Time: 1:00 PM
Price: FREE
Location: Kilowatt, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/kilowattsf

Moon Daze Dream pop / psych rock / garage rock based in San Frandisco, CA. + The Secretary San Francisco, Ca.

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Show Time: 3:30 PM
Price: FREE!
Location: 1840 Haight Street
URL: https://www.facebook.com/events/720199280914007/

Playing The Dead & Friends Celebrating Bobby Weir at O'Reilly's on Haight Street

Door Time:
Show Time: 4:00 PM
Price: $48+
Location: Hopmonk Tavern Novato, Novato
URL: https://bit.ly/HopmonkNovatoTickets
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KC Turner Presents: Big Brother and the Holding Company-- along with bands like The Grateful Dead, Jefferson Airplane, Quicksilver Messenger Service - is considered one of the original, first wave of great psychedelic bands that came out of San Francisco in the summer of 1965. The embryo that was to become Big Brother and the Holding Company began when Peter Albin, a 21 year old, aspiring Folk Blues guitarist, who had been a part of South Bay Roots' music scene that also gave us Jerry Garcia, Robert Hunter and the Grateful Dead, met Sam Andrew, a 23 year old guitarist who'd been in bands since his teens in Okinawa and had studied languages and philosophy at University of SF and the Sorbonne.

Door Time:
Show Time: 6:00 PM
Price: Free
Location: 17533 Santa Cruz Hwy.
URL: https://www.thecatslosgatos.com/event/billy-reese-3/

Billy Reese is a Santa Cruz-based singer and guitarist, playing Americana/country around the Bay Area. He plays at bars, clubs, restaurants, events and festivals with his backing band or as a solo act. He also plays lead guitar in multiple bands, including the rising Indie-Folk Rock band Eyes Like Lanterns. Check Billy and his projects out on Facebook and Instagram at @billyreesemusic.

Door Time:
Show Time: 7:00 PM
Price: $20+
Location: Black Cat, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/BlackCatSFevents
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Sarah Hanahan is a dynamic, soulful alto saxophonist swiftly emerging as one of the most compelling new voices in jazz. A graduate of both the Jackie McLean Institute of Jazz and The Juilliard School, she blends deep-rooted swing and bebop traditions with a bold, modern intensity--an approach shaped by her rigorous training and fearless artistic vision.

Door Time:
Show Time: 7:00 PM
Price: $109+
Location: Yoshi's Oakland, Oakland
URL: http://bit.ly/YoshisCalendar

For 55 years, Tower of Power has delivered the best in funk, soul music and East Bay Grease."We were a Soul band called The Motowns," recalls Emilio Castillo. "Rocco was the bass player, I was in there, and my brother was the drummer. I met "Doc" Kupka back in 1968 and gave him an audition. He came into the band, and we eventually changed our name to the Tower of Power." The reason for the band name change was that they had a specific goal in mind. "We wanted to get into the Fillmore Auditorium, and with a name like the Motowns, dressed in suits with razor cuts, we knew we'd never get in there. We grew our hair long, started to be hippies, and changed our name. Doc then suggested that we start writing our own songs."

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $28+
Location: Cornerstone Berkeley, Berkeley
URL: https://bit.ly/CornerstoneBerkEvents

Haunt Me is the brainchild of vocalist and multi instrumentalist Darius Davila who started the band back in February of 2021. After releasing Haunt Me's debut EP and full length album that same year, Darius recruited his friend Hilario Bautista who he had worked with before for years being in multiple previous bands together. Since then, the duo have been writing and composing music together releasing several critically acclaimed EPs with their sophomore album 'Watch You Bleed' releasing on Valentine's Day 2025 to critical and commercial acclaim. Now a 3 piece group based out of San Antonio, Texas. Their sound can best be described as a fusion of Post-Punk, Darkwave and Indie Rock. Drawing inspiration from both modern and classic artists such as Interpol, The Smiths, The Cure, The Strokes, Hers, Joy Division, Depeche Mode and New Order.

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $31+
Location: Sweetwater Music Hall, Mill Valley
URL: https://bit.ly/SweetwaterMusicHallEvents

"PROVE YOU'RE NOT A ROBOT" (2025/Flatiron Records) is the sixth LP by Brooklyn based Alex Skolnick Trio (AST). The album's title has multiple meanings. On the one hand, it reflects the effort to hold onto our collective humanity in an era of increasing reliance on technology. Secondly, it represents the notion that the process of direct human interaction - particularly music that captures inspired improvisations and compositions, such as those heard on this LP - cannot be replaced with AI (which, as of this writing, is the latest and most disruptive development in tech). Alex Skolnick (born September 29, 1968) is an American musician from Berkeley, California. He is best known as the lead guitarist and one of the songwriters of the thrash metal band Testament and has played with several other bands, including The Alex Skolnick Trio, Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Savatage and the heavy metal supergroup Metal Allegiance.

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $68+
Location: Great American Music Hall, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/GreatAmericanMusicHallCalendar

SF Sketchfest 2026 & GAMH presents,San Francisco's own The Red Room Orchestra team up with special tribute guest, the one-and-only musical genius and Devo frontman Mark Mothersbaugh live in person to perform music from film and television scores composed by Mothersbaugh. Mothersbaugh, who continues to perform with Devo, became an acclaimed film and television composer after getting a call from Paul Reubens and working on "Pee-wee's Playhouse,"

Door Time:
Show Time: 9:00 PM
Price: FREE
Location: Madrone Art Bar, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/MadroneCalendar

EVERY SUNDAY Recurring Event B3 Sessions Hosted by Adam Shulman and Mike Olmos Swinging soul jazz with a jam session to follow 9pm-Close No Cover

Door Time:
Show Time: 6:30 PM
Price: FREE
Location: The Big Easy, Petaluma
URL: https://bit.ly/BigEasyPetaluma

The North Bay Get Down (Free Monthly Funk Jam) THE BEST MONDAY NIGHT IN THE NORTH BAY! 3rd Monday Each Month. This is a live monthly funk jam and dance party for musicians and music lovers of all kinds! Each month features a DJ, then a rotating "House Band" of the top musicians, followed by a curated/open jam - all music is improvised on the spot for a community funk dance party. Great live music, dancing, drinks, and community vibes. Hosted by Ethan Schiff! 6:30pm: Doors + Live DJ 7:15 (ish): House Band Jam 8-10pm: Curated/Open Jam Free

Door Time:
Show Time: 7:30 PM
Price: $49+
Location: Yoshi's Oakland, Oakland
URL: http://bit.ly/YoshisCalendar

One of the world's finest Afrobeat bands: It's hard to believe that more than twenty years have passed since Antibalas's humble beginning as a neighborhood dance/protest band in the block parties and underground parties in pre-gentrified Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Over the past two decades, they have evolved into what The Guardian called "one of the world's finest Afrobeat bands" while enjoying equal renown for their cross-genre collaborations with legends of popular music. With a heavy balance of experience and new blood, the group leaps into their new Daptone Records full-length "Fu Chronicles." Founded in 1998 by saxophonist Mart’n Perna, early incarnations of the group included several members of The Dap-Kings.

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $72+
Location: Uptown Theatre Napa, Napa
URL: https://bit.ly/UptownTheatreNapa

JaM Cellars Presents: With his signature beard and African headgear, Billy F Gibbons is instantly recognizable and best known as the centerpiece of ZZ Top. BFG is widely regarded as one of the world's finest guitarists working in the blues-rock idiom. The sound originates from the uncanny knack to squeeze unheard of sounds out of the electric guitar with the blues, pop, r&b, country, gospel, western, hillbilly and West Africa. That BFG down 'n dirty growl is unmistakable heard on such hits as "La Grange," "Sharp Dressed Man" and "Cheap Sunglasses"

Door Time:
Show Time: 7:00 PM
Price: $20+
Location: Black Cat, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/BlackCatSFevents
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Rabiah Kabir is a Jazz flute player who uses her instrument, skill in storytelling and unique style to bend the expectations of what "Jazz" music really is.

Door Time:
Show Time: 7:30 PM
Price: $49+
Location: Yoshi's Oakland, Oakland
URL: http://bit.ly/YoshisCalendar

One of the world's finest Afrobeat bands: It's hard to believe that more than twenty years have passed since Antibalas's humble beginning as a neighborhood dance/protest band in the block parties and underground parties in pre-gentrified Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Over the past two decades, they have evolved into what The Guardian called "one of the world's finest Afrobeat bands" while enjoying equal renown for their cross-genre collaborations with legends of popular music. With a heavy balance of experience and new blood, the group leaps into their new Daptone Records full-length "Fu Chronicles." Founded in 1998 by saxophonist Mart’n Perna, early incarnations of the group included several members of The Dap-Kings.

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $30+
Location: Ashkenaz, Berkeley
URL: https://bit.ly/AshkenazFullCalendar

Stu Allen will be joined by Reflections for a Jerry Garcia Band tribute show!

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $25
Location: Back Room, Berkeley
URL: https://backroommusic.com/

Spaghetti is getting ready to head into the studio so they'll be playing a whole lotta new music! Not to be missed!

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:30 PM
Price: $20+
Location: Bottom of the Hill, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/BottomOfTheHill

blues, country, folk/ post-hardcore, and indie rock/ gritty acoustic rock: William Elliott Whitmore -from Lee County, Iowa -With a voice that sounds like the reincarnation of a gospel preacher from the 1920s, and possessing a fitting fascination with sin, death, and redemption, William Elliott Whitmore's songs are steeped in the raw, naturalistic sound of country-blues, gospel shouts, and field hollers as documented by musicologists with portable recording gear in the '30s and '40s.

Door Time:
Show Time: 6:00 PM
Price: Free
Location: 100 Larkin Street
URL: https://sfpl.org/events/2026/01/22/presentation-look-legacy-hip-hop-fashion

"Join the African American Center for the opening reception of our new exhibit We've Got Sole: Hip Hop, Hoops and the Rise of Sneaker Culture with a presentation, rap performance, food and refreshments.

Hip Hop Artist, Producer and Educator Marlon Richardson aka UnLearn The World takes you through a timeline of Hip Hop fashion, it's rich history and its influence on Pop culture, from the 90's shiny suit era to the rise of Streetwear and Sneaker culture. This interactive presentation will also include a live performance. Powered by Hip Hop For Change and the Hip Hop Education Center.

As an MC, Songwriter, Producer and Hip Hop Educator Marlon Richardson aka UnLearn The World is a born and bred product of the late 90's New York City and Golden Era of Hip Hop. His work in both music and education is paving a new pathway for artists to integrate community work into their brands, to teach the art of Hip Hop as a new form of critical thinking to the next generation of aspiring creatives. As an artist, he has shared stages and has collaborated with the likes of Wu Tang, KRS-One, Rakim and countless others. As a Hip Hop Educator, he has lectured on Hip Hop culture and creativity extensively from Juvenile detention centers to Harvard University. In 2022, the San Francisco 49ers Foundation awarded him with the Dr. Henry Edwards Follow Your Bliss Award for Education. He has consulted and facilitated programming for Meta (Facebook) and is the Executive Director for the Oakland based non profit Hip Hop For Change."

Door Time:
Show Time: 7:00 PM
Price: $34+
Location: SF JAZZ, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/SFJazzEvents

Marcus Machado is a guitar virtuoso whose explosive talent has electrified the music world. Born in Brooklyn, Machado picked up the acoustic guitar at age two and the electric by four, earning early comparisons to Jimi Hendrix for his prodigious skill and fiery stage presence. Last appearing at SFJAZZ with the masterful soul-jazz vocalist Jose James, Machado headlines his first performance in the Joe Henderson Lab. Drawing inspiration from legends like Hendrix, Carlos Santana, and Stevie Ray Vaughan, Machado fuses blues, funk, jazz, hip-hop, rock, and psychedelia into a genre-blurring sound that is both soulful and hard-hitting.

Door Time:
Show Time: 7:00 PM
Price: $20+
Location: Black Cat, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/BlackCatSFevents
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Trinidad born Etienne Charles is a performer, composer and storyteller, who is constantly searching for untold tales and sounds with which to tell them. His lush trumpet sound, varied compositional textures and pulsating percussive grooves enable him to invoke trance, soothing and exciting listeners while referencing touchy and sometimes controversial subjects in his music.

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $26+
Location: Sweetwater Music Hall, Mill Valley
URL: https://bit.ly/SweetwaterMusicHallEvents

Pete Sawyer & The Left Hand Monkey Wrench Gang have taken the West Coast by storm in 2025, creating a high energy "all killer, no filler" Grateful Dead experience every time they take the stage. Featuring unique combinations of many of the foremost interpreters of Grateful Dead music, Pete and The Gang always deliver a well-curated exploration of the classics, unexpected jewels and deep cuts in the beloved Grateful Dead songbook! The Gang: Scott Guberman (Phil Lesh) Burt Lewis (Jerry's Middle Finger) Jerry Saracini (Forgotten Space) Matt Lazarus (Stu Allen) Jenifer Freebairn (Brightshine) + The Joe Marcinek Band opens with their vibrant fusion of Chicago Blues, New Orleans Funk, Grateful Dead-inspired psychedelia, and intricate Jazz Fusion, bring your dancing shoes!

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: FREE
Location: Winter's Tavern, Pacifica
URL: https://winterstavern.com/events/event/mokai-donovan-plant-migrant-pickers/

Mokai is a performing musician known for his songwriting. His guitar style draws from traditional of folk fingerpicking, with lyrics that tell stories The East Bay Express called ",jazzy, jammy, bluesy structures,, tales of ordinary folks, and the human struggle in general." + Former San Francisco private detective Donovan Plant spent nearly two decades chasing leads and tailing cheaters before returning to his musical roots. He blends rock, country and pop with lyrics inspired by the city. Citing influences such as David Bowie, The Cars, and Jackson Brown, Donovan's keen ear for hooks and melody can be heard on his recordings and live shows with his band The Leafs. + Migrant Pickers will take you on a freight train ride from the deepest roots of American music to outer space and back. Disciples of Woody Guthrie with a rock in their shoe

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $57+
Location: The Guild Theatre, Menlo Park
URL: https://bit.ly/TheGuildTheatre
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The Crosby Collective is a like-minded community of Grammy-nominated musicians, celebrated artists, close friends, and accomplished creatives who come together to create timeless sonic experiences that feed the soul with feelgood music. The brainchild of Bay Area musician Jason Crosby, The Crosby Collective pushes the outer limits of musical exploration and expression while creating a live atmosphere that charges the spirit through a vibrant current of phonic movement and innovation. The Crosby Collective's latest offerings blend some of music's most iconic songs and artists in a "mashup" of harmonic bliss through pairing tracks culled from everything from The Grateful Dead, to Led Zeppelin, to Taylor Swift, and even Michael Jackson. Comprised of some of the world's greatest musicians, The Crosby Collective seamlessly molds the melodies, notes, riffs, and lyrics we know and love into an entirely new musical identity.

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $24+
Location: Moe's Alley, Santa Cruz
URL: https://bit.ly/SOULBrassBand01-22-26
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SOUL Brass Band is the genre-bending creation of New Orleans percussionist and frontman Derrick "Smoker" Freeman, joined by an all-star cast of New Orleans heavyweights. Their sound is a fearless fusion of hip hop, jazz, second line tradition, classic soul, and street-born swagger—modern, infectious, and undeniably alive. Featuring Grammy-winning tubist Miles Lyons, Billboard-charting saxophonist James Martin, and a rotating lineup of elite New Orleans talent, Soul Brass Band brings explosive musicianship and authentic Crescent City spirit to every stage.

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $17+
Location: The Faight Collective, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/FaightSF

KING KYOTE - Live At The Faight Collective - San Francisco, CA w/ special guest Roger Jaeger: Harken to a night of whiskey drinking in a cabin among the pines, King Kyote echoes the yells of Rock & Roll's fore-bearers while having a deeply rooted harmony with the Blues, Roots-Rock & Indie-Americana genres. A force to be reckoned with on stage, Kyote's fiery live shows prove that pure raw talent combined with real, honest songwriting is still the future of today's music. Hailing from the Maine coast, King Kyote's sound and inspiration come from how he views and interprets the world around him. He expresses himself through a unique lens.

Door Time:
Show Time: 9:00 PM
Price: $7
Location: Madrone Art Bar, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/MadroneCalendar

HUGE NOISE, world class musicianship, mind-bending solos, and uber funky jams Kevin Wong, Darian Gray, Tony Peebles & Bian Sheu

Door Time:
Show Time: 9:00 PM
Price: FREE
Location: Boom Boom Room, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/BoomBoomRoomSF

Robby D and the EFG's are a Bay Area rock and roll band, playing an original and invigorating mix of high-energy dance songs and scandalous slow jams.

Door Time:
Show Time: 11:00 AM
Price: $20
Location: Ashkenaz, Berkeley
URL: https://bit.ly/AshkenazClasses

Love dancing at shows and wish you had more chances to groove during the week? Kick off your weekend with a Friday morning dance party filled with free, joyful expression. With a curated playlist built for grooving, you'll be guided in releasing stress and activating joy, in supportive community.

Door Time:
Show Time: 7:00 PM
Price: $38+
Location: Hopmonk Tavern Novato, Novato
URL: https://bit.ly/HopmonkNovatoTickets
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KC Turner Presents: Individually, JD Simo and Luther Dickinson are building their own legacies as solo artist, sidemen, songwriters, and guitar heroes. Together, they're a creative force to be reckoned with, making their own version of amplified American roots music. On the pair's first collaborative album, Do The Rump!, the musicians trade blistering guitar solos, take turns at the microphone, and turn their classic influences - including hill country blues, spirituals, swamp rock, and Afrobeat - into something contemporary, reinterpreting a number of their old-school favorites into eclectic, electrifying anthems. The partnership began onstage, where Simo and Dickinson first shared the spotlight as touring members of Phil Lesh and Friends.

Door Time:
Show Time: 7:00 PM
Price: $20+
Location: Black Cat, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/BlackCatSFevents

Trinidad born Etienne Charles is a performer, composer and storyteller, who is constantly searching for untold tales and sounds with which to tell them. His lush trumpet sound, varied compositional textures and pulsating percussive grooves enable him to invoke trance, soothing and exciting listeners while referencing touchy and sometimes controversial subjects in his music.

Door Time:
Show Time: 7:30 PM
Price: $109+
Location: Yoshi's Oakland, Oakland
URL: http://bit.ly/YoshisCalendar

For 55 years, Tower of Power has delivered the best in funk, soul music and East Bay Grease."We were a Soul band called The Motowns," recalls Emilio Castillo. "Rocco was the bass player, I was in there, and my brother was the drummer. I met "Doc" Kupka back in 1968 and gave him an audition. He came into the band, and we eventually changed our name to the Tower of Power." The reason for the band name change was that they had a specific goal in mind. "We wanted to get into the Fillmore Auditorium, and with a name like the Motowns, dressed in suits with razor cuts, we knew we'd never get in there. We grew our hair long, started to be hippies, and changed our name. Doc then suggested that we start writing our own songs."

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $33+
Location: Mystic Theatre, Petaluma
URL: https://bit.ly/MysticTheatreShows

14-piece tribute to Frank Zappa: The Stinkfoot Orchestra pulls no punches - delivering 2 sets of Frank's music via a 14-piece ensemble which incorporates a 6-piece horn section, tuned percussion and 5 vocalists. Oh, and, just to add a little extra garlic, the band is also fronted alternately by 3 of Frank's most iconic vocalists. Founded in 2019 by Nick Chargin - a 35-year veteran of the SF Bay Area music scene, the Stinkfoot Orchestra spent the pandemic transcribing the music and honing their craft - finally bringing the fruits of their labor to the stage in September of 2021.

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $36+ / $202+ 3 Day
Location: Ashkenaz, Berkeley
URL: https://bit.ly/AshkenazFullCalendar

All-Levels Cajun & Zydeco Dance Lesson 7:30pm Live Music & Social Dancing 8pm Open Jam Session (Bring an Instrument!) 8pm Join us Friday, January 23rd to kick-off Bayou Boogie West Festival 2026!

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $28+
Location: Cornerstone Berkeley, Berkeley
URL: https://bit.ly/CornerstoneBerkEvents

Chum is one of the most tenured Phish tribute acts in the country, having wowed auidences with incredible versions of Phish's most intricate compositions while routinely creating improvisionational magic in the spirit of the band they love. Known for their expansive library of Phish covers, they will tackle any challenge you can think up! John Greene - Keys and vocals, Alex Bowman - Drums and vocals, Chad Kimner - Bass and vocals, Eric Schiff - Guitar and vocals

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $51+
Location: The Guild Theatre, Menlo Park
URL: https://bit.ly/TheGuildTheatre
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Big Brother & The Holding Company are considered, along with the Grateful Dead and Jefferson Airplane, the pioneers of the "San Francisco Sound". They are also the band that launched the career of Janis Joplin. They are the band that recorded 'Cheap Thrills', which has been voted by Rolling Stone as one of the greatest classic rock albums of all time and which, along with their hit version of "Piece of My Heart" is in the Grammy Hall of Fame, and the Library of Congress. Their energy, spirit and their story define a time when music was at the center of a cultural revolution, yet their music is still listened to and loved. Today, founding members Peter Albin, bass and Dave Getz, drums, who have been playing together for 60 years, continue to bring their original music, the music that they created with the great and legendary Janis Joplin, to audiences all over the world. Darby Gould, formally with Jefferson Starship, will be singing the great Janis/Big Brother classics 'Piece of My Heart', 'Summertime", 'Down On Me', 'Ball and Chain', 'Me & Bobby McGee', 'Mercedes Benz' and others. Joined by Tom Finch and David Aguilar on guitars, they recreate the songs, the energy, the spirit.

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $12+
Location: Ivy Room, Albany
URL: https://bit.ly/IvyRoomAlbany
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Haunt was originally formed by Trevor William Church as a musical project to be worked on alongside his existing band Beastmaker. The project was intended to take on a traditional metal sound as opposed to Beastmaker's doom metal style. Haunt has been featured on the cover of Decibel magazine (February 2020), featured in Rolling Stone magazine, and has made numerous "top" lists, such as Rolling Stone's top 20 metal albums of 2018 (with Haunt at number 12). The band has toured with Municipal Waste and Toxic Holocaust, as well as fellow metal travelers such as Hell Fire and Idle Hands. Haunt's Spotify plays for 2020 reached 1 million streams.

Door Time:
Show Time: 9:00 PM
Price: $31+/ 2 nite $52+
Location: Moe's Alley, Santa Cruz
URL: https://bit.ly/MoesAlleyLiveMusic

(((folkYEAH!))) Presents: AJ Lee & Blue Summit are an award-winning, energetic, charming, and technically jaw-dropping band quickly rising on the national roots music scene. Based in Santa Cruz, California, the group met as teenagers, picking and jamming together as kids at local bluegrass festivals until one day, they decided they would be a band. Currently made up of AJ Lee on mandolin, fiddler Jan Purat, and guitarists Scott Gates and Sullivan Tuttle, the band carries that youthful, festival-parking-lot energy with them still today

Door Time:
Show Time: 9:00 PM
Price: $29+
Location: The Chapel, San Francisco
URL:https://bit.ly/SOULBrassBand01-23-26
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SOUL Brass Band is the genre-bending creation of New Orleans percussionist and frontman Derrick "Smoker" Freeman, joined by an all-star cast of New Orleans heavyweights. Their sound is a fearless fusion of hip hop, jazz, second line tradition, classic soul, and street-born swagger—modern, infectious, and undeniably alive. Featuring Grammy-winning tubist Miles Lyons, Billboard-charting saxophonist James Martin, and a rotating lineup of elite New Orleans talent, Soul Brass Band brings explosive musicianship and authentic Crescent City spirit to every stage.

Door Time:
Show Time: 9:30 PM
Price: $20+
Location: Crazy Horse Nevada City, Nevada City
URL: https://bit.ly/CrazyHorseSaloonEvents

Scott Pemberton's sound is much like the vibe of his native Portland: freaky, fun and just the right amount of weird. One thing is clear when you hear SPOT: This is something fresh! Rooted in the familiar, yet utterly groundbreaking, this nimble power trio create their own amalgamation of progressive roots music blending deep jazz, blues, rock/grunge, funk and psychedelia; often during the same song.

Door Time:
Show Time: 9:30 PM
Price: $15
Location: Boom Boom Room, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/BoomBoomRoomSF
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Channeling the dark wit and biting social commentary of the 70's, multi-instrumentalist William Johnston has sharpened his songwriting craft to a deadly edge, ready to cut the wires of the systems that keep us in place. Think the acidity of Steely Dan with the smooth finish of Al Green- too modern to be Retro Soul but too funky to simply be Indie Rock.

Door Time:
Show Time: 1:00 PM
Price: Free
Location: 100 Larkin Street
URL: https://sfpl.org/events/2026/01/24/performance-bay-beats-american-roots-music-concert

"Get ready for a summer festival in January! Warm up your wind-chilled ears at the Bay Beats American Roots Concert on Saturday, January 24, in the Main Library's Koret Auditorium. This top-tier lineup features three bands with superb musicianship and novel approaches to Old-Time, Folk, and American Roots music. Using traditional instruments, these bands create stunning and poignant music about our 21st century world:

1:00 The Meredith Edgar Trio - Haunting and jazzy Folk

2:00 - The Crooked Jades - Innovative Old-Time and Americana

3:00 - Evie Ladin Band - Contemporary, roots-based Folk

Prep for the show by free-streaming albums by all three bands on Bay Beats!"

Door Time:
Show Time: 2:00 PM
Price: $135+ / $202+ 3 Day
Location: Ashkenaz, Berkeley
URL: https://bit.ly/AshkenazFullCalendar

Live Music & Social Dancing 2:00 PM Dinner Break 5:30 PM Doors 7:00 PM All Levels Cajun & Zydeco Dance Lesson 7:30 PM/ Live Music & Social Dancing 8:00 PM 3 unforgettable days in Berkeley, we're transforming Ashkenaz into a little slice of Louisiana - full of music, dancing, and the kind of community warmth you can feel the second you walk in the door. Because here's the beautiful secret about Cajun and Zydeco music: it was built for connection. For dancing with strangers. For joy. What You'll Experience High-energy live Cajun & Zydeco bands playing nonstop throughout the weekend, Dance lessons that teach you everything you need in 15 minutes flat Workshops that go deeper into the music, the culture, and the story behind the sounds, A multigenerational, all-are-welcome space where community forms instantly on the dance floor This isn't a stand-in-the-back kind of festival. This is a jump-in, dance, laugh, and live a little kind of festival.

Door Time:
Show Time: 2:00 PM
Price: $13+
Location: Kilowatt, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/kilowattsf

Matinee Punk Rock Show Tributes to Bruce Loose the iconic vocalist/bassist for San Francisco punk legends Flipper, who passed away in September 2025

Door Time:
Show Time: 2:00 PM
Price: Free or donation.
Location: 868 Kearny Street
URL: https://www.manilatown.org/all-events/club-mandalay-january-2026

Door Time:
Show Time: 6:00 PM
Price: $23+
Location: Ivy Room, Albany
URL: https://bit.ly/IvyRoomAlbany
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CIDERUP SHOWS XXV PRESENTS a variety of punk, Oi!, and tribute band events, primarily hosted at the Ivy Room in Albany, CA, and occasionally at Thee Stork Club in Oakland. The XXV refers to the 25th anniversary of the promoter, Bill Pesch.

Door Time:
Show Time: 7:00 PM
Price: $37.50
Location: 2036 University Ave
URL: https://eventvesta.com/events/118597/t/tickets

DOORS 7 PM // SHOW 8 PM Known for turning every stage into a wild, full-throttle rock show, The Runarounds are a five-piece alt-rock band—Axel Ellis (guitar/vocals), Jesse Golliher (bass/vocals), Jeremy Yun (lead guitar), William Lipton (guitar/vocals), and Zende Murdock (drums). Startingwith a weekly residency at a beach bar in Wilmington, the band grew up on the road, playing college campuses, festivals, and venues across the country, including a packed night at the legendary Troubadour in Los Angeles. Their songs channel the restless spirit of youth—equal parts frenetic, heartfelt, and unfiltered—balancing punchy guitar riffs with anthems about friendship, escape, and finding your place in the world. General Admission Standing Room with Limited Seating

Door Time:
Show Time: 7:00 PM
Price: $53+
Location: Hopmonk Tavern Novato, Novato
URL: https://bit.ly/HopmonkNovatoTickets
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KC Turner Presents: For almost 30 years, John 5 has been one of the most in-demand guitar players on the planet. As well as a guitarist for hire, 5 has shared the stage as axe-man for Rob Zombie, Marilyn Manson and Rob Halford. He has also worked with an impressive array of names, from all walks of music, including KD Lang, Rod Stewart, Dave Lee Roth, Alice Cooper, Tina Guo and Steven Adler. To call John 5 a shredder does not do him justice. There's little he can't put his hand to. John 5 was born John William Lowery, on July 31st 1970, in Gross Pointe Michigan. His love of guitar began at age seven, when he began watching the Hee Haw series with his father. "I watched the guitar playing and knew that was what I wanted to do.

Door Time:
Show Time: 7:00 PM
Price: $20+
Location: Black Cat, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/BlackCatSFevents

Trinidad born Etienne Charles is a performer, composer and storyteller, who is constantly searching for untold tales and sounds with which to tell them. His lush trumpet sound, varied compositional textures and pulsating percussive grooves enable him to invoke trance, soothing and exciting listeners while referencing touchy and sometimes controversial subjects in his music.

Door Time:
Show Time: 7:00 PM
Price: $30+
Location: Hopmonk Tavern Sebastopol, Sebastopol
URL: https://bit.ly/SOULBrassBand01-24-26
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SOUL Brass Band is the genre-bending creation of New Orleans percussionist and frontman Derrick "Smoker" Freeman, joined by an all-star cast of New Orleans heavyweights. Their sound is a fearless fusion of hip hop, jazz, second line tradition, classic soul, and street-born swagger—modern, infectious, and undeniably alive. Featuring Grammy-winning tubist Miles Lyons, Billboard-charting saxophonist James Martin, and a rotating lineup of elite New Orleans talent, Soul Brass Band brings explosive musicianship and authentic Crescent City spirit to every stage.

Door Time:
Show Time: 7:30 PM
Price: $119+
Location: Yoshi's Oakland, Oakland
URL: http://bit.ly/YoshisCalendar

For 55 years, Tower of Power has delivered the best in funk, soul music and East Bay Grease."We were a Soul band called The Motowns," recalls Emilio Castillo. "Rocco was the bass player, I was in there, and my brother was the drummer. I met "Doc" Kupka back in 1968 and gave him an audition. He came into the band, and we eventually changed our name to the Tower of Power." The reason for the band name change was that they had a specific goal in mind. "We wanted to get into the Fillmore Auditorium, and with a name like the Motowns, dressed in suits with razor cuts, we knew we'd never get in there. We grew our hair long, started to be hippies, and changed our name. Doc then suggested that we start writing our own songs."

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $38+
Location: Great American Music Hall, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/GreatAmericanMusicHallCalendar

Fuzz is a rock band from San Francisco formed in 2011 Hard rock, psychedelic rock, heavy metal, acid rock lineup is Ty Segall on drums, Charles Moothart on guitar, Roland Cosio on bass. Not Official. + Lavender Flu is Chris Gunn (Hunches/Hospitals), Scott Simmons (Helen/Eat Skull) and Ben Spencer (Hunches). The Flu is from Portland, Oregon and started as a home recording project and then morphed into a full band. They have been around for about 10 years and released albums on Meds, Holy Mountain, In the Red Records, and Mind Meld Records. They make sounds characterized as pop music dreaming about and then eating itself. The Flu blends elements of psychedelic rock, pop, noise and experimental music with a sense of chamomile and a slight touch of reverse shrike.

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $29+
Location: Felton Music Hall, Felton
URL: https://bit.ly/FeltonMusicEvents
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Chum is one of the most tenured Phish tribute acts in the country, having wowed auidences with incredible versions of Phish's most intricate compositions while routinely creating improvisionational magic in the spirit of the band they love. Known for their expansive library of Phish covers, they will tackle any challenge you can think up! John Greene - Keys and vocals, Alex Bowman - Drums and vocals, Chad Kimner - Bass and vocals, Eric Schiff - Guitar and vocals

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $10+
Location: Elephant in The Room, Healdsburg
URL: https://www.elephantintheroompub.com/

Rock N Roll: John Courage is a notable songwriter, guitarist, and producer active in Northern California's music scene for over a decade, known for his own music and involvement in various projects, though he's listed as a studio coordinator on Fleetwood Mac's Behind the Mask album rather than a primary guitarist.

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:30 PM
Price: $25+
Location: Brick & Mortar Music Hall, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/BrickMortarEvents

Jolene Lozano & Travis Atreo kick off the New Year with a special night of pop, R and B, and soul, joined by Kelsey Kindall and an after-party with DJ Set the Meude, bringing together community, creativity, and anyone chasing their dreams for an evening full of big voices, real emotion, and feel-good energy, so bring your friends, wear your brightest fits, and get ready to dance, laugh, maybe cry a little, and soak up all the vibes.

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:30 PM
Price: $17+ / Exclusive 20% BISS discount code: BISSROCKS
Location: 111 Minna Gallery, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/EuroNight01-24-26
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Grab your friends, shine your shoes, and come out for a night of Italian funk, Spanish rumba, CalItalo disco, and beautiful people under one roof. Featuring Sonamó, Dos Bandelero and DJ Nino MSK. Hosted by French-American comedian Clara Bijl.

Door Time:
Show Time: 9:00 PM
Price: $31+/ 2 nite $52+
Location: Moe's Alley, Santa Cruz
URL: https://bit.ly/MoesAlleyLiveMusic

(((folkYEAH!))) Presents: AJ Lee & Blue Summit are an award-winning, energetic, charming, and technically jaw-dropping band quickly rising on the national roots music scene. Based in Santa Cruz, California, the group met as teenagers, picking and jamming together as kids at local bluegrass festivals until one day, they decided they would be a band. Currently made up of AJ Lee on mandolin, fiddler Jan Purat, and guitarists Scott Gates and Sullivan Tuttle, the band carries that youthful, festival-parking-lot energy with them still today

Door Time:
Show Time: 9:30 PM
Price: $15
Location: Boom Boom Room, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/BoomBoomRoomSF
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Straight out of San Francisco, The Attic has been shaking up the local music scene for seven years strong. A high-energy fusion of funk, rock, and soul- jazz jams, this 6 piece Bay Area powerhouse delivers electrifying performances that turn any crowd into a dance party!

Door Time:
Show Time: 1:00 PM
Price: $100+ / $202+ 3 Day
Location: Ashkenaz, Berkeley
URL: https://bit.ly/AshkenazFullCalendar

All Levels Cajun & Zydeco Dance Lesson 1:00 PM / Live Music & Social Dancing 1:30 PM/ 3 unforgettable days in Berkeley, we're transforming Ashkenaz into a little slice of Louisiana - full of music, dancing, and the kind of community warmth you can feel the second you walk in the door. Because here's the beautiful secret about Cajun and Zydeco music: it was built for connection. For dancing with strangers. For joy. What You'll Experience High-energy live Cajun & Zydeco bands playing nonstop throughout the weekend, Dance lessons that teach you everything you need in 15 minutes flat Workshops that go deeper into the music, the culture, and the story behind the sounds, A multigenerational, all-are-welcome space where community forms instantly on the dance floor This isn't a stand-in-the-back kind of festival. This is a jump-in, dance, laugh, and live a little kind of festival.

Door Time:
Show Time: 6:00 PM
Price: $36+
Location: Hopmonk Tavern Sebastopol, Sebastopol
URL: http://bit.ly/HopMonkSebastopolTickets

KC Turner Presents: AJ Lee & Blue Summit are an award-winning energetic, charming, and technically jaw-dropping band quickly rising on the national roots music scene. Based in Santa Cruz, California, the group met as teenagers, picking and jamming together as kids at local music festivals and jams until one day, they decided they would be a band.

Door Time:
Show Time: 6:00 PM
Price: $40+
Location: Rancho Nicasio, Nicasio
URL: https://bit.ly/RanchoNicasioEvents

Jerry's Middle Finger is a family of music-makers born from a deep collective love of all-things Jerry Garcia. Established in 2015, JMF has quickly become a spiritual destination for those searching for "the sound", yearning for that unspoken feeling when the sweet soaring song lifts you off your feet and sends you dancing through the stars.

Door Time:
Show Time: 7:00 PM
Price: $20+
Location: Black Cat, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/BlackCatSFevents
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PHER, the Oakland native and global singing sensation formerly known as Chris Turner, is a versatile artist with a solid foundation in both jazz tradition and classic soul. Equally comfortable in either genre, PHER's talent and passion for music have made him a standout figure in the industry. Honing his skills in the vibrant Bay Area music scene through programs like The Young Musicians Program, SF School of the Arts, and the SFJazz Allstars, PHER eventually made his way to New York, where he studied at the New School and collaborated with a star-studded list of jazz, soul, R&B, and hip-hop artists. His dedication to music education led him to join the faculty of his alma mater in 2013, teaching voice to students of all levels, including pop artists such as Sean Kingston, 070Shake, and WolfTyla.

Door Time:
Show Time: 7:00 PM
Price: $109+
Location: Yoshi's Oakland, Oakland
URL: http://bit.ly/YoshisCalendar

For 55 years, Tower of Power has delivered the best in funk, soul music and East Bay Grease."We were a Soul band called The Motowns," recalls Emilio Castillo. "Rocco was the bass player, I was in there, and my brother was the drummer. I met "Doc" Kupka back in 1968 and gave him an audition. He came into the band, and we eventually changed our name to the Tower of Power." The reason for the band name change was that they had a specific goal in mind. "We wanted to get into the Fillmore Auditorium, and with a name like the Motowns, dressed in suits with razor cuts, we knew we'd never get in there. We grew our hair long, started to be hippies, and changed our name. Doc then suggested that we start writing our own songs."

Door Time:
Show Time: 9:00 PM
Price: $16+
Location: Boom Boom Room, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/BoomBoomRoomSF
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APEX BREED: HEDRAS, FILIPE ROSSET & DANIELE GOTTARD Three guitar virtuosos from across the globe unite to deliver a captivating and otherworldly guitar experience. Brazil's Sensation Virtuoso Filipe Rosset, Hailing from Guatemala, the electrifying Hedras and Italian maestro Daniele Gottardo converge on stage, each armed with their signature musical styles From Rock, Progressive Metal to Jazz Fusion. + HUNEY KNUCKLES Featuring the left hand keyboard bass wizardry of Kevin Wong along with the indomitable pocket of Darian Gray (touring drummer for Booker T Jones for the past 14 years), the Huney Knuckles are undisputedly known as "the best band in the bay right now"

Door Time:
Show Time: 7:30 PM
Price: $10
Location: Biscuits & Blues, San Francisco
URL: https://bit.ly/BiscuitsNBlues

A night of captivating live music as GamperDrums presents a stellar ensemble featuring Brian Pardo on guitar, John R. Burr on piano, Marina Crouss on vocals, Ruth Davies on bass, and Chris Gamper on drums. Blending elements of jazz, soul, and improvisational music, this dynamic group delivers expressive grooves, rich harmonies, and inspired performances that highlight the depth and diversity of the Bay Area music scene.

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $30+
Location: Moe's Alley, Santa Cruz
URL: https://bit.ly/MoesAlleyLiveMusic

"Do The Rump!" Tour Two of the most electrifying forces in modern roots music--Luther Dickinson (North Mississippi Allstars, The Black Crowes) and JD Simo (Chris Isaak, Jack White, Beyonce, Baz Luhrmann's Elvis)--join together for a soul-shaking trio with powerhouse drummer Adam Abrashoff. Their chemistry is deep, their grooves are dirty, and their shows are a masterclass in high-octane, roots-infused blues.

Door Time:
Show Time: 8:00 PM
Price: $46+
Location: August Hall, San Francisco
URL: http://bit.ly/AugustHallCalendar
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Say She She are a Brooklyn-based "discodelic soul" trio whose Cut & Rewind Tour brings their funky harmonies and dancefloor grooves to stages worldwide.