18 December 2024

BISS List 12.18.24: Spotlight on LAZWELL (12.28) + Best of BISS this Week

Happy Holidaze BISS Listers!

Hope you’re enjoying the holiday season! To me, this time of year is all about celebrating with family (of all kinds), holiday parties, and spreading love and happiness as we lead up to New Year’s. Let’s make the most of it! Even with the rainy weather setting the mood this week, things have been anything but dull—especially with the 6 a.m. tornado warning we all heard about on our phones! Pretty crazy, especially after having the tsunami warning a couple of weeks ago, and the pretty constant downpour keeping things interesting. Hopefully, everyone is staying safe and dry out there.

The Week in Review: It’s been a busy week trying to catch up with work before the end of the year. I didn’t really make it out much last week, but I know some of you did. For those who know, I lit a candle on Friday night that burned until sundown on Saturday. Thank you all for your kind words—it meant a lot.

I did make it out on Saturday night, for a little bit, and I’m so glad I did. The Boom Boom Room hosted the first of what I hope will be many incredible shows featuring Nate Werth from Snarky Puppy and Ghost-Note called Nate’s Werthless Good Time. He was joined by Peter Knudsen (also from Ghost-Note), Jason Muscat, Max Cowan, Otis McDonald, and John Palowich—and they absolutely brought the funk. This is the first installment of Nate’s Werthless Good Time, and I think we can count on seeing this project back at the Boom Boom Room again soon!

The night began with Daniel Cohen and his band DangerAte, setting the tone for an epic evening. Nate and Otis joined in for the last song of their set, while Daniel returned the favor with a standout sit-in during the main set. It was a great overlap, and here’s hoping we’ll see more collaborations like this in the future. You can check out the links to each set here: DangerAte and Nate’s Werthless Good Time.

Unfortunately, I’ve been feeling a bit under the weather since I woke up on Sunday. So I stayed in Sunday night, but BISS List contributing editor, Gabriel Barkin, caught amazing shots in this photo gallery of Nat Keefe’s Concert Carnival.

I was so bummed to miss Samantha Fish + Cedric Burnside + Jon Spencer at the Fillmore Monday night! I was really looking forward to it, but decided to stay in to avoid getting sick with all the end-of-year festivities coming up. From what I’ve heard, the show was amazing. Thank you to Rick G for representing me at the last minute at the show. Your videos are fantastic!. Additionally, a big thanks to Gabriel Barkin for his incredible review of all three acts and a little insight on the blues, highlighting some of the other badass women out there in this realm, plus a stunning photo gallery. I feel like I was there!

Looking Ahead: The upcoming show calendar is absolutely stacked. You can find this week’s top picks below, and if you’re looking for even more options, check out the rolling Best of BISS shows list on the website and also a chance to win tickets!

Highlights for This Week: Tis the season for holiday parties with friends, for work, or just because. I’m sure many of you have some to look forward to! Here are some shows to hit up after.

Thursday 12/19

An Evening with B-Side Players (*WIN*) @ The Chapel
DangerAte (No Cover) @ Boom Boom Room

Friday 12/20

The Mother Hips: Hipmas 2024 A holiday favorite not to miss @ Great American Music Hall – Only a few tix left!
SOUL SKA w/ Warsaw Poland Bros + Screaming Bloody Marys @ Bottom Of The Hill
Tori Roze & The Hot Mess (*WIN*) @ Boom Boom Room

Saturday 12/21

TieDye SANTA (12-3pm) The tradition continues @ Love on Haight Mention BISS List for 10% off your purchases!
Digable Planets w/ The Pharcyde, Arrested Development @ Warfield
Joe Marcinek Band with Robert Randolph + The Westones (yes! Robert Randolph!) (*WIN*) @ Boom Boom Room
Valerie: A Tribute to Amy Winehouse (*WIN*) @ Broadway Studios more info in the spotlight below
The Allman Betts Family Revival @ The Fillmore – SOLD OUT!

NEXT Saturday, Mark Your Calendar! ✨ Don’t miss LAZWELL’s show on 12/28 (*WIN*) @ Boom Boom Room! Featuring a mix of his originals and some Bowie woven throughout, this show promises a night of funky grooves, soulful vibes, and surprises that pay homage to a legend while showcasing LAZWELL’s unique style. Be sure to check out the spotlight below for all the details!

Stay tuned, stay dry, and stay funky. Until next time!

~ Pamela aka Miss BISS
#seeyouattheshows

SPOTLIGHT ON LAZWELL

LAZWELL + DangerAte

Dec 28th @ Boom Boom Room

LAZWELL is more than just a band; they’re a musical experience. Led by the charismatic Lantz Lazwell, they seamlessly blend rock, funk, blues, and hip-hop into a sound that’s as diverse as their influences. Slaying reinvented covers and owning instantly lovable originals, they leave jaws agape while keeping the dance floor humming. This time they’ll be adding another layer to their sonic tapestry with a special tribute to David Bowie. Expect a night of electrifying music that honors Bowie’s legacy while showcasing LAZWELL’s own unique artistry. Come see for yourself as they weave in and out of Bowie & LAZWELL originals throughout the night!

SPOTLIGHT ON A
WINEHOUSE CHRISTMAS

Valerie: A Tribute to Amy Winehouse

Dec 21st @ Broadway Studios

Get ready for an unforgettable night of music, holiday cheer, and fun with Valerie, the Premier Amy Winehouse Tribute Band. Performing live at the historic Broadway Studios, decked out with festive Christmas decorations to add to the magic of the evening. Expect to hear all of Amy’s greatest hits, including “Rehab,” “Back to Black,” “Valerie,” and many more, performed live with all the passion and soul that made her music iconic. It’s going to be a night filled with incredible music, nostalgic vibes, and holiday spirit. Come dressed as your best Amy Winehouse look—beehives, eyeliner, and all—and you could win two free tickets to an upcoming show.

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BISS REVIEW

Samantha Fish: Shake Em on Down Tour
ft Cedric Burnside & Jon Spencer

“Is it a cliché that any woman who plays ripping electric guitar solos gets called “bad ass”? Perhaps, but I’m going to go there anyway: Samantha Fish is bad ass. You’ll probably see a picture of her in the dictionary if you looked up the word “macho.” Or “sexy.” “Or “beast.” Bill Graham once wrote that he thought Otis Redding, when he took the stage at the Fillmore so many years ago, was dripping with more sexuality than anyone he’d ever seen. Fish might give even a dead man in his grave pause to reconsider. (No disrespect, we miss you, Uncle Bobo!).With Samantha Fish, we’re talking ‘Get the fuck out of my way, I’m here to take what’s mine!’ sensuality, just so we’re clear. (The blues are ironic, remember?)” Check out Gabriel Barkin’s full review & photos of The Fillmore show on Dec 16th.

BISS REVIEW

Nat Keefe Concert Carnival

On Dec 15th at The Independent a cavalcade of superstars gathered for Nat Keefe’s 19th annual Concert Carnival, a cabaret variety show benefitting Bluegrass Pride. Featuring Joe Craven, AJ Lee (Blue Summit), Ben Morrison (Brothers Comatose), Chloe, Erika, and Rachel Tietjen, Erik Yates (Hot Buttered Rum), Melody Walker (Sierra Ferrell cowriter), Jacob Groopman (War & Treaty), Hattie Craven (Moonhowlers), Yoseff Tucker, Fred Torphy, Jan Purat, Sean Newman, Jamie Shelor, Wolf Jett Duo, The Real Sarahs, Matt Michienzie Band, and DJ Shotwell. Also present was surprise guest Laurie Lewis.Check out the full photo gallery from Gabriel Barkin.