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15 January 2026

BISS List 1.15.26 Spotlight on Yak Attack & Oakadelic (1.31) + The Best of BISS This Week

Buckle up, BISS Listers, 2026 has come out of the gate a little sideways. Some real high highs, some heavy low lows, and not much space in between. The kind of start that has a lot of us trying to find our footing while everything keeps moving. This community knows how to hold a lot at once. Joy and grief, celebration and loss, with music running through all of it. If this year already feels... Read More

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01/20

Billy F Gibbons and the BFG Band

Uptown Theatre Napa
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”
01/20

Antibalas

Yoshi's Oakland
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.
01/21

Jezebel: Rewritten

Black Cat
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.
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01/21

Antibalas

Yoshi's Oakland
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.
01/21

Stu Allen & Reflections

Ashkenaz
Stu Allen will be joined by Reflections for a Jerry Garcia Band tribute show!
01/21

William Elliott Whitmore, Jim Ward, Rony from The Hooks

Bottom of the Hill
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.
01/22

Huney Knuckles

Madrone Art Bar
HUGE NOISE, world class musicianship, mind-bending solos, and uber funky jams Kevin Wong, Darian Gray, Tony Peebles & Bian Sheu
01/22

Pete Sawyer & The Left Hand Monkey Wrench Gang w/ Joe Marcinek Band

Sweetwater Music Hall
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!
01/22

SOUL Brass Band

Moe's Alley
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.
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01/22

Etienne Charles Trio (7 & 9:15pm)

Black Cat
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.
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01/22

Crosby Collective

The Guild Theatre
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.
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01/23

JD Simo & Luther Dickinson

HopMonk Tavern Novato
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.
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01/23

Stinkfoot Orchestra: A 14-piece Tribute to Frank Zappa

Mystic Theatre
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.
01/23

Chum: A Tribute to Phish

Cornerstone Berkeley
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
01/23

SOUL Brass Band

The Chapel
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. Enter now for your chance to win a pair of tickets and exclusive merch pack!
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01/23

Scott Pemberton O Theory

Crazy Horse Nevada City
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.
01/23

Etienne Charles Trio (7 & 9:30pm)

Black Cat
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.
01/23

Big Brother & The Holding Company w/ Bella Rayne

The Guild Theatre
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…
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01/23

AJ Lee & Blue Summit w/ Kentucky Mule

Moe's Alley
(((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
01/23

Tower of Power: Back To Oakland Residency

Yoshi's Oakland
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.”
01/24

SOUL Brass Band

HopMonk Tavern Sebastopol
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.
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01/24

Chum: A Tribute to Phish

Felton Music Hall
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
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01/24

Etienne Charles Trio (7 & 9:30pm)

Black Cat
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.
01/24

AJ Lee & Blue Summit W/ Joe Kaplow

Moe's Alley
(((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
01/24

Tower of Power: Back To Oakland Residency

Yoshi's Oakland
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.”
01/24

Euro Night Party ft Sonamo, Dos Bandoleros, DJ Nino MSK

111 Minna Gallery
An elegant night of European music and dance at the iconic 111 Minna Gallery. Join us for live music and top DJs. Dress to impress Euro Night Party for European flair, big grooves, and non-stop dancing. ____ Sonamo — Italian funk & global grooves, ____ Dos Bandoleros — fiery Spanish rumba, DJ Nino MSK — CalItalo disco all night, Hosted by Clara Bijl, bringing sharp, playful Euro-flavored humor
01/24

Somewhere We Dream: Travis Atreo & Jolene Lozano

Brick & Mortar Music Hall
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.
01/25

AJ Lee & Blue Summit

HopMonk Tavern Sebastopol
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.
01/25

Apex Breed + Huney Knuckles

Boom Boom Room
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”,
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01/25

PHER & Friends – A Night of Jazz, R&B and Soul (7 & 9:15pm)

Black Cat
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.
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01/25

Tower of Power: Back To Oakland Residency

Yoshi's Oakland
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.”
01/26

JD Simo and Luther Dickinson w/ Strange Vine

Moe's Alley
“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.
01/27

Say She She

August Hall
Say She She are a Brooklyn-based “discodelic soul” trio whose Cut & Rewind Tour brings their funky harmonies and dancefloor grooves to stages worldwide.
01/28

Jenny Kerr Band

Madrone Art Bar
Jenny Kerr Band Swampy original Americana. Authentic SF music, no gimmicks. Songs about dogs. And leavin’. And comin’ back again. 7-9pm
01/28

6 Roses ft Michael Cavaseno, David Boyce

Madrone Art Bar
Michael Cavaseno, David Boyce & guests play soulful jazz renditions. Music 9:30pm (from Broun Fellinis, Orixa, Bang Data, Katdelic, Afrofunk Experience)
01/28

Strolling Gnomes ft Scott Amendola, Fred Frith, Thomas Dimuzio, Ben Goldberg, Larry Ochs

Ivy Room
Performing two sets for an intimate evening at Ivy Room, partially seated/ Strolling Gnomes Thomas Dimuzio – electronics, Fred Frith – guitar, Ben Goldberg – clarinet, Larry Ochs – tenor and sopranino saxophones, Scott Amendola – drums/percussion/electronics It was bound to happen. These fine musicians and deep improvisors have shared the stage in various forms for the past 4 decades. It’s about time they got together and explored the possibilities. Fred Frith has taken the guitar into new territory for decades. Thomas Dimuzio’s use of electronics has the ability to create sounds unimaginable, and capture sounds of those he’s playing with to create more of the unimaginable.
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01/28

Lorin Benedict 4tet

Black Cat
Join us for the live performance of Lorin Benedict 4tet at Black Cat Jazz Supper Club
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01/28

Corey Harris w/ DJ Sep

Mitchell Park Community Center
Earthwise Productions welcomes blues and roots singer, musician, and scholar Corey Harris for a three-night engagement at the Mitchell Park Community Center in Palo Alto. A prodigious guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter Corey Harris was born in Denver, Colorado to parents from Texas and Kentucky. His musical journey began as a street singer in the vibrant city of New Orleans. From there, he embarked on a transformative exploration of the blues throughout the southern United States. A year spent in Cameroon, West Africa during his early twenties had a profound impact on his artistic development, shaping his unique approach to the blues. Harris’s musical prowess extends beyond traditional blues as he fearlessly integrates influences from reggae, soul, rock, and West African music into his compositions.
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01/29

AJ Lee and Blue Summit

Almost Famous Wine Company
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<
01/29

Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit

Fox Theater Oakland
Six-time Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter Jason Isbell is one of the most respected and celebrated artists of his generation. The North Alabama native possesses an incredible penchant for identifying and articulating some of the deepest, yet simplest, human emotions, and turning them into beautiful poetry through song. Isbell sings of the everyday human condition with thoughtful, heartfelt, and sometimes brutal honesty.
01/29

Sqwerv & Litty deBungus

Rickshaw Stop
Denver’s electrifying Indie-Jam Band, Sqwerv is a nationally touring quartet that brings elements of classic rock, psychedelic music, funk, and jam fusion for an experience like no other. The band explores rich sonic realms with a depth of improvisational virtuosity. Their passion for well crafted songs and blended harmonies set this group apart in their scene. The band released 2 full length studio albums in 2024 + Litty Debungus is a 6-10 piece funk ensemble based in Oakland, California. A Litty D show is a non-stop adventure featuring powerful vocals, a creative horn section, searing guitar solos, and rhythms that will get the crowd groovin’.
01/29

Moontricks

The Independent
Based in the rustic Kootenay mountains of Western Canada, Nathan Gurley and Sean Rodman of nationally renowned electro-folk duo Moontricks draw inspiration from the ongoing cycles of the natural world. Both volatile and constant–like nature’s best offerings–the band finds solace and beauty in the fusion of seemingly disparate elements.
01/29

SOUL Brass Band

Crazy Horse Nevada City
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.
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01/29

Satya (7 & 8:30pm)

SF Jazz
Oakland to the Big Easy: Singer, songwriter, guitarist, and Oakland native Satya is a star on the ascent, with a truly distinctive sound that crosses genres of soul, R&B, folk, and rock. Making her long-awaited return following her triumphant 2023 appearance as part of Noise Pop, she brings selections from her repertoire including music from her unreleased upcoming projects. A graduate of the Oakland School for the Arts who relocated to New Orleans and has since returned to the Bay, Satya counts India.Arie, Goapele, Mazzy Star, Corinne Bailey-Rae, and Prince among her myriad influences.
01/29

Gary Clark Jr.

The Guild Theatre
Clark achieved global impact following his first Grammy Award¨ in 2014, winning Best Traditional R&B Performance for the track “Please Come Home” from his Warner Records debut album Blak And Blu, and seemingly never left the road. 2015’s The Story Of Sonny Boy Slim wrought hard-won international acclaim as a critical force to be reckoned with. Throughout 2019, Clark ascended to greater heights with the release of This Land – his third full-length studio album which bowed at #6 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking his third consecutive Top 10 debut.
01/29

Alison Shearer Quartet (7 & 9:15pm)

Black Cat
Called “a force on the rise” by JazzTimes magazine, Alison Shearer’s explosive career hits refresh on what it means to be a jazz saxophonist today. Shearer is the kind of artist who is always asking “why.” She wants to find the similarities between seemingly disparate things, and in doing so hopefully find something human in everything. Shearer has performed across the United States, Europe, Canada, and South Asia, both with her quartet and as a member of Red Baraat and Sunny Jain’s Wild Wild East. She has performed with notable artists such as Kurt Elling, Nate Smith, Charlie Hunter, Ben Platt, Billy Porter, Kelly O’Hara, Jason Robert Brown, Josh Groban, and the wonderful Orchestra of St. Luke’s. She has appeared on both NPR’s Tiny Desk and KEXP with Sunny Jain’s Wild Wild East.
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01/29

Tito Puente Jr and His Latin Jazz Ensemble

Ashkenaz
Latin Jazz: Always honoring his father’s legacy, Tito Puente Jr. has also made a name for himself as one of the most exciting Latin musicians touring today. Tito Jr. carries his father with him – imprinted on his physical being and locked in his soul. It’s in his looks, his joy, and his music. Tito Jr. is on an impassione mission, determined to nurture the musical legacy left by his father.
01/29

PrettyBoy Chance, Dirty Cello, Mild Heroes

Bottom of the Hill
moody, indie-pop/ blues, rock, and Americana/ pop/rock: PrettyBoy Chance -from San Francisco & Los Angeles, CA -Hold on and lean into the moody, indie-pop melodies of PrettyBoy Chance; an innovative band of world-renowned musicians at the top of their craft.
01/29

Corey Harris w/ The Jack Tuttle & Walter Jebe duo

Mitchell Park Community Center
Earthwise Productions welcomes blues and roots singer, musician, and scholar Corey Harris for a three-night engagement at the Mitchell Park Community Center in Palo Alto. A prodigious guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter Corey Harris was born in Denver, Colorado to parents from Texas and Kentucky. His musical journey began as a street singer in the vibrant city of New Orleans. From there, he embarked on a transformative exploration of the blues throughout the southern United States. A year spent in Cameroon, West Africa during his early twenties had a profound impact on his artistic development, shaping his unique approach to the blues. Harris’s musical prowess extends beyond traditional blues as he fearlessly integrates influences from reggae, soul, rock, and West African music into his compositions.
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01/30

The Sam Chase & The Untraditional w/ Flowstone

HopMonk Tavern Sebastopol
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. With boot stomping orchestration and lyrics that have been immortalized on the tattooed skin of their fans, The Sam Chase & The Untraditional doesn’t mess around. , These are the warriors we need in these troubled times.
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01/30

Wolf Jett and Bella Rayne Band

Sweetwater Music Hall
Wolf Jett and the Bella Rayne Band bring a powerhouse double bill to Sweetwater. Wolf Jett delivers harmony-rich California soul-roots, while Bella Rayne brings bluesy fire and big vocals. Together they make for a night of feel-good grooves and plenty of spark.
01/30

Sons of Cream

Uptown Theatre Napa
JaM Cellars Presents: Uniquely powerful and massively influential, the music that Cream made in three short years from 1966 to 1968 poses huge challenges to any players hoping to re-create its match of force and finesse. Thankfully, two members of Sons of Cream have a considerable advantage, being the very talented offspring of two of the three rock legends in the pioneering ’60s power trio behind such hits as “Sunshine of Your Love” and “White Room,” and classic albums like ‘Disraeli Gears.’ Kofi Baker was still a toddler when he got his first drumming lessons from his dad Ginger Baker. By the time he was a teenager, he was playing professionally with other greats of his father’s generation, including Manfred Mann’s Steve Waller and Randy California of Spirit. Meanwhile, Malcolm – son of Cream bassist Jack Bruce – developed his own reputation as a musician, collaborating with Black Sabbath’s Bill Ward and former Rolling Stones and Bluesbreakers guitarist Mick Taylor.
01/30

TV Broken 3rd Eye Open + Huney Knuckles

Boom Boom Room
TV Broken 3rd Eye Open is an eclectic and versatile seven-piece band that fuses together a multitude of musical styles from across the world into a psychedelic explosion of sound. Equipped with didgeridoos, sitars, guitars, world percussion, keys, synthesizers, drums, bass, flutes, harmonicas, banjos, and the kitchen sink; it is a musical ensemble like no other. The band draws inspiration from a myriad of musical genres such as afro funk, jazz, psychedelic groove, Indian, folk, blues, and even spaghetti western circus cabaret. + 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”
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01/30

Tito Puente Jr. Latin Jazz Ensemble

Almost Famous Wine Company
Latin music royalty and bandleader whose vibrant music pays homage to his legendary father, El Rey de los Timbales. Let’s mambo! Tito Puente Jr. carries his father with him – it’s in his looks, his joy, and his music. The younger Puente is determined to nurture the musical legacy left by his father. He refuses to let his father become a distant memory.
01/30

Sqwerv

Crazy Horse Nevada City
Denver is one of the most fertile music cities in the country and Sqwerv is further testament to that fact. Their roots in the scene began to take hold as the band started hosting local open jams and playing gigs in small bars and venues in 2017. Since then, Sqwerv has earned its place alongside other acclaimed jambands like Magic Beans, Squeaky Feet and Eminence Ensemble.
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01/30

Satya (7 & 8:30pm)

SF Jazz
Oakland to the Big Easy: Singer, songwriter, guitarist, and Oakland native Satya is a star on the ascent, with a truly distinctive sound that crosses genres of soul, R&B, folk, and rock. Making her long-awaited return following her triumphant 2023 appearance as part of Noise Pop, she brings selections from her repertoire including music from her unreleased upcoming projects. A graduate of the Oakland School for the Arts who relocated to New Orleans and has since returned to the Bay, Satya counts India.Arie, Goapele, Mazzy Star, Corinne Bailey-Rae, and Prince among her myriad influences.
01/30

Gary Clark Jr.

The Guild Theatre
Clark achieved global impact following his first Grammy Award¨ in 2014, winning Best Traditional R&B Performance for the track “Please Come Home” from his Warner Records debut album Blak And Blu, and seemingly never left the road. 2015’s The Story Of Sonny Boy Slim wrought hard-won international acclaim as a critical force to be reckoned with. Throughout 2019, Clark ascended to greater heights with the release of This Land – his third full-length studio album which bowed at #6 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking his third consecutive Top 10 debut.
01/30

Alison Shearer Quartet (7 & 9:30pm)

Black Cat
Called “a force on the rise” by JazzTimes magazine, Alison Shearer’s explosive career hits refresh on what it means to be a jazz saxophonist today. Shearer is the kind of artist who is always asking “why.” She wants to find the similarities between seemingly disparate things, and in doing so hopefully find something human in everything. Shearer has performed across the United States, Europe, Canada, and South Asia, both with her quartet and as a member of Red Baraat and Sunny Jain’s Wild Wild East. She has performed with notable artists such as Kurt Elling, Nate Smith, Charlie Hunter, Ben Platt, Billy Porter, Kelly O’Hara, Jason Robert Brown, Josh Groban, and the wonderful Orchestra of St. Luke’s. She has appeared on both NPR’s Tiny Desk and KEXP with Sunny Jain’s Wild Wild East.
01/30

SOUL Brass Band

Sausalito Cruising Club
The Sausalito Cruising Club is a private club for members and their guests. Guest tickets can be purchased through this link as Non-Member. 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.
01/30

Wobbly World

Local Edition
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.
01/30

Coco Montoya

Mystic Theatre
One of the most prodigious and gifted electric bluesmen on the planet…a deeply soulful singer and incendiary guitarist [with] a seemingly endless penchant for invention.” -AllMusic “Smoking songs and heavy hitting guitar full of fire and passion…Montoya’s rough-edged voice is filled with feeling. Bluesy, powerful and unpredictable…[It]really gets the blood flowing.” -Blues Music Magazine “Montoya is a show-stopper”
01/30

Tower of Power: Back To Oakland Residency

Yoshi's Oakland
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.”
01/30

Tony Lindsay and the Soul Soldiers (6:30 & 9pm)

Biscuits & Blues
Tony Lindsay is a world-renowned vocalist, celebrated for his 25-year tenure with Santana, where he earned 11 Grammy Awards. As the voice behind several of Santana’s iconic albums, including Supernatural and Shaman, Tony has captivated audiences worldwide through extensive tours and unforgettable performances.
01/30

Corey Harris w/ Will Bernard

Mitchell Park Community Center
Earthwise Productions welcomes blues and roots singer, musician, and scholar Corey Harris for a three-night engagement at the Mitchell Park Community Center in Palo Alto. A prodigious guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter Corey Harris was born in Denver, Colorado to parents from Texas and Kentucky. His musical journey began as a street singer in the vibrant city of New Orleans. From there, he embarked on a transformative exploration of the blues throughout the southern United States. A year spent in Cameroon, West Africa during his early twenties had a profound impact on his artistic development, shaping his unique approach to the blues. Harris’s musical prowess extends beyond traditional blues as he fearlessly integrates influences from reggae, soul, rock, and West African music into his compositions.
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01/31

Greg Loiacono & Stingray

HopMonk Tavern Sebastopol
KC Turner Presents: While Greg Loiacono may be best known as a gritty rock and soul man from his work with The Mother Hips and Chris Robinson, the singer/songwriter has ventured out on his own with a variety of musical projects. His latest group, Stingray, is a dynamic, genre-blending band led by Greg and features some of the San Francisco Bay Area’s finest musicians including Vicki Randle (Mavis Staples, George Benson), Michael Urbano (Lindsey Buckingham, Smash Mouth, John Hiatt), Kofy Brown, and Danny Eisenberg. The band merges elements of soul, rock, R&B, and funk into masterful songwriting, rich improvisation, intricate rhythms, and a deep attention to vocal harmony
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01/31

Yak Attack & Oakadelic

Boom Boom Room
PDX livetronica legends Yak Attack come to BBR for a raging night of real instruments, live looping, and continuous, DJ-style sets that slide between house, trance, breakbeat, and drum & bass, with jazz, funk, and psychedelic edges bleeding through. Joined by Oakladelic, the soul and R&B collective at the heart of the Bay Area’s funk scene.
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01/31

Wreckless Strangers w/ Beso Negro

Sweetwater Music Hall
Wreckless Strangers is a collective of six friends and musicians carrying the torch for San Francisco’s grand rock ‘n’ roll tradition. Their unique stew of “Bay Area Gumbo” melds the contemporary blues stylings of Bonnie Raitt and Boz Scaggs; the songwriting sensibilities of Sons of Champlin and Fleetwood Mac; the swashbuckling Americana of the Lost Planet Airmen and Peter Rowan; and the funk of Sly Stone and Tower of Power with a dash of Grateful Dead and Jefferson Airplane for flavor and unpredictability. + Born of the Bay Area’s rich musical lineage, Beso Negro unites multigenerational ties to local music with a fearless fusion of Gypsy jazz, rock, country, and more.
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01/31

TV Broken 3rd Eye Open w/ Kronosaurus Flex

Crazy Horse Nevada City
When TV Broken 3rd Eye Open takes the stage, they open a portal into an alternate dimension of sonic possibility. These shapeshifting chameleons of groove-laden lusciousness alchemize a matrix of styles into a psychedelic explosion of sound. Their improvisational forays sprout from a fertile foundation of both exotic world music and funky, jam-rock. Drawing comparisons to Circles Around the Sun, this LA-based ensemble of consciously evolved musicians presents a textural feast for the senses which includes the deep resonance of didgeridoo.
01/31

Alison Shearer Quartet (7 & 9:30pm)

Black Cat
Called “a force on the rise” by JazzTimes magazine, Alison Shearer’s explosive career hits refresh on what it means to be a jazz saxophonist today. Shearer is the kind of artist who is always asking “why.” She wants to find the similarities between seemingly disparate things, and in doing so hopefully find something human in everything. Shearer has performed across the United States, Europe, Canada, and South Asia, both with her quartet and as a member of Red Baraat and Sunny Jain’s Wild Wild East. She has performed with notable artists such as Kurt Elling, Nate Smith, Charlie Hunter, Ben Platt, Billy Porter, Kelly O’Hara, Jason Robert Brown, Josh Groban, and the wonderful Orchestra of St. Luke’s. She has appeared on both NPR’s Tiny Desk and KEXP with Sunny Jain’s Wild Wild East.
01/31

Tower of Power: Back To Oakland Residency

Yoshi's Oakland
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.”
02/01

Sqwerv

Felton Music Hall
Denver’s electrifying Indie-Jam Band, Sqwerv is a nationally touring quartet that brings elements of classic rock, psychedelic music, funk, and jam fusion for an experience like no other. The band explores rich sonic realms with a depth of improvisational virtuosity. Their passion for well crafted songs and blended harmonies set this group apart in their scene.
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02/01

Michael League, Cory Henry, Nathaniel Townsley

SF Jazz
SFJAZZ Resident Artistic Director: The final night of Michael League’s residency is devoted to a true power trio including keyboardist Cory Henry and drummer Nathaniel Townsley. Henry’s collaborative history with League goes back over fifteen years when he was a member of Snarky Puppy, appearing on the 2011 release GroundUP through 2016’s Culcha Vulcha. The organist has established himself as a major name in jazz, releasing a series of hard-grooving sessions. Nathaniel Townsley is one of the finest drummers on the scene, whose resume includes Stevie Wonder, Mariah Carey, Richard Bona, and Alejandro Sanz.
02/01

Alison Shearer Quartet (7 & 9:15pm)

Black Cat
Called “a force on the rise” by JazzTimes magazine, Alison Shearer’s explosive career hits refresh on what it means to be a jazz saxophonist today. Shearer is the kind of artist who is always asking “why.” She wants to find the similarities between seemingly disparate things, and in doing so hopefully find something human in everything. Shearer has performed across the United States, Europe, Canada, and South Asia, both with her quartet and as a member of Red Baraat and Sunny Jain’s Wild Wild East. She has performed with notable artists such as Kurt Elling, Nate Smith, Charlie Hunter, Ben Platt, Billy Porter, Kelly O’Hara, Jason Robert Brown, Josh Groban, and the wonderful Orchestra of St. Luke’s. She has appeared on both NPR’s Tiny Desk and KEXP with Sunny Jain’s Wild Wild East.
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02/01

Sunday B3 Sessions with Adam Shulman and Mike Olmos

Madrone Art Bar
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
02/01

Tower of Power: Back To Oakland Residency

Yoshi's Oakland
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.”
02/02

Coco Montoya

Yoshi's Oakland
Award-winning blues guitar virtuoso and singer: Henry “Coco” Montoya was born in Santa Monica, California, on October 2, 1951, and raised in a working-class family. Growing up, Coco immersed himself in his parents’ record collection. He listened to big band jazz, salsa, doo-wop, and rock ‘n’ roll. His first love was drums; he acquired a kit at age 11. He got a guitar two years later. “I’m sure the Beatles had something to do with this,” Montoya recalls. “I wanted to make notes as well as beats.” But the guitar was his secondary instrument. Montoya turned his love of drumming into his profession, playing in a number of area rock bands while still in his teens and becoming an in-demand drummer. In 1969, Montoya saw Albert King opening a Creedence Clearwater Revival/Iron Butterfly concert at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles. He was transformed. “After King got done playing,” says Montoya, “my life was changed. When he played, the music…
02/03

Rickie Lee Jones

Bimbo's 365 Club
Rickie Lee Jones is an American musician, storyteller and two-time Grammy winner who has been inspiring pop culture for decades, beginning with her star-making self-titled debut, followed by the seminal Pirates. Named the “premiere song-stylist and songwriter of her generation” by The New Yorker, and “The Duchess of Coolsville” by Time magazine, Jones released her Grammy-nominated album Pieces of Treasure in 2023, a reunion with Russ Titelman, who produced her first two records.
02/04

Andy Frasco & The U.N.

The Independent
Andy Frasco & The U.N. bring a wild, feel-good blend of rock, soul, and funk led by the charismatic Frasco — part rock preacher, part party starter. Known for high-energy shows packed with crowd interaction, humor, and heart, the band’s latest album Growing Pains showcases Frasco’s evolution as a songwriter while keeping the good vibes rolling.
02/04

Rickie Lee Jones

Bimbo's 365 Club
Rickie Lee Jones is an American musician, storyteller and two-time Grammy winner who has been inspiring pop culture for decades, beginning with her star-making self-titled debut, followed by the seminal Pirates. Named the “premiere song-stylist and songwriter of her generation” by The New Yorker, and “The Duchess of Coolsville” by Time magazine, Jones released her Grammy-nominated album Pieces of Treasure in 2023, a reunion with Russ Titelman, who produced her first two records.
02/04

Stu Allen & Reflections

Ashkenaz
Stu Allen will be joined by Reflections for a Jerry Garcia Band tribute show!
02/04

Rocky Horror Picture Show with Live Cast

Ivy Room
Bang The Bay Presents Feat. ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW WITH LIVE CAST: BARELY LEGAL LOST COSMOS ELEGANT TRASH SPARKLE PLENTY WHO ASKED FOR THIS MC PATTY Every First and Third Wednesday at the Ivy Room Early Show 6:30pm
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02/05

Grace Bowers

The Independent
Grace Bowers is a 19-year-old, award-winning guitarist, singer, songwriter and bandleader who is undisputedly on a meteoric rise. Bowers cut her teeth playing in dive bars, inspired by a variety of music genres from rock and punk to R&B and funk. She built a growing fanbase through posting videos of her playing guitar on social media during the pandemic. Grace has since become one of the most in-demand and celebrated young artists, and an inspiration to a whole new generation of women around the world.
02/05

Hayes Carll w/ Special Guest Ryan Montbleau

Great American Music Hall
We’re Only Human 2026 Winter Tour: Hayes Carll isn’t preaching or teaching. He’s not interested in telling the rest of us what to do or think. But he is charting out a personal guide for his life, quieting the noise, and sitting with his real voice – the one that’s candid, consistent, and often inconvenient. We’re Only Human is Carll’s tenth album. Like his best lyrics, it is also an understated masterpiece, an honest snapshot of one man’s confrontation and delight with humanity’s biggest and most intimate questions. + Ryan Michael Montbleau (born June 18, 1977, in Peabody, Massachusetts, United States) is an American singer-songwriter and guitarist. He annually tours across the U.S. with the Ryan Montbleau Band. folk blues funk
02/05

Tower of Power: Back To Oakland Residency

Yoshi's Oakland
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.”
02/06

Beats Antique

Rio Theatre
Beats Antique is a U.S.-based experimental world fusion and electronic music group. Formed in 2007 in conjunction with producer Miles Copeland, the group has become noted for their mix of different genres as well as their live shows, which mix samples and heavy percussives with Tribal Fusion dance and performance art. David Satori, Zoe Jakes, Tommy “Sidecar” Cappel
02/06

Dark Star Orchestra

Fox Theater Oakland
Performing to critical acclaim for nearly 30 years and over 3300 shows, Dark Star Orchestra continues the Grateful Dead live concert experience. The seven-piece band performs shows based on actual Grateful Dead set lists from their 30 years of touring, or creates unique sets from the Dead’s extensive catalog.
02/06

Super Bowl LX Studio 60: Sting

Palace of Fine Arts
17x GRAMMY¨_ Award-winning artist Sting will headline opening night of On Location’s ‘Super Bowl LX Studio 60’ concert series at The Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco, California on Friday, February 6, 2026. Super Bowl LX Studio 60 is a weekend of unforgettable music entertainment at one of San Francisco’s most iconic venues – This Event Will be Held at the Adjacent Expo Hall Space.
02/06

Steve Poltz

Sweetwater Music Hall
Steve Poltz has fun on stage. Steve Poltz has fun off stage. Every show has its own vibe. Raucous, joyous, improvisational and always strange. Stellar guitar work and songs that will have you smiling one minute and crying the next. Born in Halifax Nova Scotia Canada and raised in Southern California and now living in Nashville Tennessee. Steve Poltz tours nonstop and is the surprise sleeper hit of any festival. He also thinks he’s an attorney for dogs but that’s a whole different story. Catch him while you can.He’s elusive like Bigfoot.
02/06

Sheila E. w/ Special Appearance by Oakland Rising

The Guild Theatre
One of life’s constants for Sheila E. comes down to a simple phrase: follow the beat. And her impeccable inner rhythm is the pulse behind a trailblazing career that still knows no bounds. Family, faith and music were guiding forces for Sheila E. growing up in the Bay Area. In addition to percussionist dad, “The Legendary Pete Escovedo”, the Oakland, CA native counts former Santana member/Azteca founder Coke Escovedo and The Dragons front man Mario Escovedo as uncles. Fellow Latin star Tito Puente was her godfather. In addition to being weaned on Latin jazz and Motown, exposed to a diverse array of Bay Area acts from the rock of Jefferson Airplane and the Grateful Dead to the R&B/pop of the Pointer Sisters and the funk of Sly & the Family Stone. playing not only with her dad but also with pioneering talents like George Duke, Herbie Hancock, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Lionel Richie, Prince, Ringo Starr, Gloria Estefan, Beyonce and…
02/06

Ozomatli

Uptown Theatre Napa
JaM Cellars Presents Ozomatli: Celebrating 30 Years The Soundtrack of L.A. If the city of Los Angeles had a soundtrack, it would be Ozomatli. Since their formation in 1995, the six-piece, multi-genre band has been a cultural force, blending Latin, hip-hop, funk, reggae, and global influences into an unmistakable sound that embodies the energy and diversity of LA. In 2025, Ozomatli celebrates an incredible milestone: 30 years of bringing their dynamic, genre-defying music to audiences around the world.
02/06

Sol Horizon | Bob Marley Tribute

HopMonk Tavern Sebastopol
Sol Horizon has been Sonoma County, California’s best reggae band and Northern California’s premier Bob Marley tribute band. The band was voted “Best Band” in the North Bay Bohemian’s “Best of the North Bay” Reader’s Picks in 2022 and 2023 and awarded the NorBay Award for “Best Reggae Band” in the North Bay 9 times, including the last 5 years in a row and 8 of the previous 9 years.
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02/06

Max Cowan (Atta Kid)

Madrone Art Bar
Max Cowan takes the piano from the East Bay to New Orleans, and through every funky congregation in between. As co-leader of funk powerhouse Atta Kid, keyboardist for funk pioneer, Zigaboo Modeliste, and longtime collaborator with Otis McDonald, Max’s repertoire tours the B-sides of your soul. 7-9PM
02/06

Tower of Power: Back To Oakland Residency

Yoshi's Oakland
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.”
02/06

Embodied Groove Dance Class

Ashkenaz
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.
02/06

Grateful First Fridays: Tribute to Bob Weir ft Playing The Dead

O'Reilly's Pub
Tribute show to Bobby ft Playing The Dead w/ Scott Guberman & Preston Barnes, Lovin’ Dead, plus David Gans & the Broken Angels & Special Guests!
02/07

Dark Star Orchestra

Fox Theater Oakland
Performing to critical acclaim for nearly 30 years and over 3300 shows, Dark Star Orchestra continues the Grateful Dead live concert experience. The seven-piece band performs shows based on actual Grateful Dead set lists from their 30 years of touring, or creates unique sets from the Dead’s extensive catalog.
02/07

Super Bowl LX Studio 60: The Killers

Palace of Fine Arts
Legendary American rock band The Killers will headline night two of On Location’s ‘Super Bowl LX Studio 60’ concert series at The Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco, California on Saturday, February 7, 2026. Super Bowl LX Studio 60 is a weekend of unforgettable music entertainment at one of San Francisco’s most iconic venues.
02/07

Steve Poltz

Felton Music Hall
Steve Poltz has fun on stage. Steve Poltz has fun off stage. Every show has its own vibe. Raucous, joyous, improvisational and always strange. Stellar guitar work and songs that will have you smiling one minute and crying the next. Born in Halifax Nova Scotia Canada and raised in Southern California and now living in Nashville Tennessee. Steve Poltz tours nonstop and is the surprise sleeper hit of any festival. He also thinks he’s an attorney for dogs but that’s a whole different story. Catch him while you can.He’s elusive like Bigfoot.
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02/07

Bernard Allison

Almost Famous Wine Company
World-class bluesman and son of renowned Chicago bandleader Luther Allison. Arriving as Ruf Records marks its 30th anniversary and more than three decades since blues guitar master Bernard Allison debuted on record, Luther’s Blues celebrates the music of Bernard’s father Luther Allison, a true legend of the Chicago blues and a central figure in the label’s history.
02/07

Sol Horizon | Bob Marley Tribute

HopMonk Tavern Sebastopol
Sol Horizon has been Sonoma County, California’s best reggae band and Northern California’s premier Bob Marley tribute band. The band was voted “Best Band” in the North Bay Bohemian’s “Best of the North Bay” Reader’s Picks in 2022 and 2023 and awarded the NorBay Award for “Best Reggae Band” in the North Bay 9 times, including the last 5 years in a row and 8 of the previous 9 years.
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02/07

Ozomatli

Mystic Theatre
If Los Angeles had a soundtrack, it would be Ozomatli. Since 1995, the multi-genre cultural powerhouse has blended Latin, hip-hop, funk, reggae, and global influences into an unmistakable sound that captures the city’s energy and diversity. Emerging from LA’s politically charged streets, Ozomatli has spent three decades uniting communities through music–earning three GRAMMY¨ Awards, performing at the Hollywood Bowl, and touring the world from New York to Tunisia, Mongolia, and beyond. Their socially conscious lyrics and infectious grooves have made them a beacon of unity, resilience, and celebration.
02/07

Tower of Power: Back To Oakland Residency

Yoshi's Oakland
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.”
02/08

Sol Horizon | Bob Marley Tribute

HopMonk Tavern Sebastopol
Sol Horizon has been Sonoma County, California’s best reggae band and Northern California’s premier Bob Marley tribute band. The band was voted “Best Band” in the North Bay Bohemian’s “Best of the North Bay” Reader’s Picks in 2022 and 2023 and awarded the NorBay Award for “Best Reggae Band” in the North Bay 9 times, including the last 5 years in a row and 8 of the previous 9 years.
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02/11

Joss Stone

SF Jazz
English soul star, Joss Stone, makes her SFJAZZ debut, exploring new musical directions while remaining grounded in her love of Aretha Franklin, Mavis Staples, Gladys Knight and the other artists who defined 20th century soul.
02/11

The Sadies, Jenny Don’t and the Spurs

Great American Music Hall
The Sadies have played all over the world where, for the last 30 years, they have astonished audiences with their earthy arsenal of roots music, country, spaghetti western, surf, garage rock, psychedelia, and the slippery beast known as alt rock, all with uncanny precision and passion. + Jenny Don’t and the Spurs have spent over a decade forging their own path in music, pioneering a unique brand of high-energy Country Western that captivates fans from the traditional Western scene to the raw energy of garage rock
02/12

Joss Stone

SF Jazz
English soul star, Joss Stone, makes her SFJAZZ debut, exploring new musical directions while remaining grounded in her love of Aretha Franklin, Mavis Staples, Gladys Knight and the other artists who defined 20th century soul.
02/12

Sonamo

Madrone Art Bar
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-
02/13

Super Greens, Thrown-Out Bones, Honey Bucket

Rickshaw Stop
Super Greens is a funk/rock group based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Their sound is an eclectic mix of funk, soul, blues and rock inspired by artists such as The Meters, Led Zeppelin, The Red Hot Chili Peppers, The Revivalists, and Goose. + Thrown-Out Bones is a collective of lifelong music nerds serving up swagger-dripping rock, tense and sexy blues, funky latin grooves, and soaring harmonies. & Formed in the Richmond District of San Francisco, Honey Bucket plays feel good tunes warm enough to cure any foggy day blues. Their self titled debut was recorded in one day at the legendary Hyde Street Studios.
02/13

Warren Haynes

The Fillmore
Winter of Warren 2026: Warren Haynes (born April 6, 1960) is an American musician, singer and songwriter, best known for his work as longtime guitarist with the Allman Brothers Band and as founding member of the jam band Gov’t Mule. Early in his career he was a guitarist for David Allan Coe and The Dickey Betts Band, also known for his associations with the surviving members of the Grateful Dead, including touring with Phil Lesh and Friends and the Dead
02/13

Chuck Prophet & The Make Out Quartet

HopMonk Tavern Sebastopol
KC Turner Presents: This Valentine’s Day weekend, make it a date with Chuck Prophet, Stephanie Finch (Bride of Chucky), Vicente Rodriguez, and The Make Out Quartet. That’s right. Guitars, keys, drums, and strings -All tied together with sheet music. You know the drill. Our shows normally go into overdrive. So if you have a heart condition or are on any serious meds, this may not be for you. Might we suggest the annual Valentine’s Day Pillow Fight down at the Embarcadero Plaza? Meanwhile, this anti-V-Day event with The Make Out Quartet will be HOT HOT HOT. No heat lamps necessary! And I will officially confirm the rumor I started myself – this show will sell out. –Chuck Prophet
02/13

Grateful Voodoo

Peri's Tavern
Grateful Voodoo bring the funky gumbo of Grateful Dead & NOLA: 2/13 @ Peri’s Grateful Voodoo pays tribute to Bob Weir with this Mardi Gras dance party showcasing Grateful Dead classics and New Orleans party favorites featuring Matt Lazarus as well as Jim Talley, J. P. McClean, Jeannette Ferber, Jeff Hobbs and Dave Rokeach.
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02/13

Stanley Clarke (7:30 & 9:30pm)

Yoshi's Oakland
Four-time Grammy Award Winner Stanley Clarke has attained “living legend” status during his over 50-year career as a bass virtuoso. He is the first bassist in history who doubles on acoustic and electric bass with equal ferocity and the first jazz-fusion bassist ever to headline tours, selling out shows worldwide. A veteran of over 40 albums, he won the 2011 Best Contemporary Jazz Album Grammy Award for The Stanley Clarke Band. Clarke co-founded the seminal fusion group Return to Forever with Chick Corea and Lenny White. In 2012, Return to Forever won a Grammy Award and a Latin Grammy for Best Jazz Instrumental Album, Forever.
02/14

Warren Haynes

Uptown Theatre Napa
JaM Cellars Presents Warren Haynes Solo – Winter of Warren 2026 Visionary GRAMMY Award-winning artist Warren Haynes is a cornerstone of the American music landscape, lauded as one of the most formidable guitarists and vocalists of the modern era and a prolific songwriter and producer. He effortlessly cross-pollinates genres and unfurls solos that broil with passion in his distinctive, signature style. Throughout his prolific career as part of three of the greatest live groups in rock history – Allman Brothers Band, Gov’t Mule and the Dead – and an acclaimed solo artist, he has become one of music’s most treasured storytellers and his artistry has led to thousands of memorable performances and millions of album and track sales.
02/14

Joss Stone

SF Jazz
English soul star, Joss Stone, makes her SFJAZZ debut, exploring new musical directions while remaining grounded in her love of Aretha Franklin, Mavis Staples, Gladys Knight and the other artists who defined 20th century soul.
02/14

A Red Hot Valentine with Lavay Smith and Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers (6:30 & 9pm)

Biscuits & Blues
Lavay Smith and Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers will set the stage ablaze this Valentine’s Day, whisking you to the roaring ’20s and swinging ’40s. Adorned in glittering gowns, Lavay captivates with powerhouse vocals inspired by legendary blues icons. Backed by the Red Hot Skillet Lickers’ exceptional musicianship–soaring saxophones, bold trumpets, and a groove-driven rhythm section–this dazzling night promises romance, swing, and hearts dancing all evening.
02/14

Rocky Horror Picture Show with Live Cast

The UC Theatre
Relive this cult classic on screen, complete with the Bay Area’s premier live cast, Barely Legal! Sweethearts Janet and Brad stumble upon the flirtatious mad scientist, Dr. Frank-N-Furter’s, bizarre abode during his annual Transylvanian science convention. Audience participation is expected. Burlesque show included.
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02/14

Stanley Clarke (7:30 & 9:30pm)

Yoshi's Oakland
Four-time Grammy Award Winner Stanley Clarke has attained “living legend” status during his over 50-year career as a bass virtuoso. He is the first bassist in history who doubles on acoustic and electric bass with equal ferocity and the first jazz-fusion bassist ever to headline tours, selling out shows worldwide. A veteran of over 40 albums, he won the 2011 Best Contemporary Jazz Album Grammy Award for The Stanley Clarke Band. Clarke co-founded the seminal fusion group Return to Forever with Chick Corea and Lenny White. In 2012, Return to Forever won a Grammy Award and a Latin Grammy for Best Jazz Instrumental Album, Forever.
02/15

Warren Haynes

The Catalyst Club
Winter of Warren 2026: Grammy Award winning artist Warren Haynes has been recognized as a cornerstone of the American music landscape and revered as one of the finest guitar players in the world. Throughout his prolific career as part of three of the greatest live groups in rock history – Allman Brothers Band, Gov’t Mule and the Dead – his virtuosic artistry has led to thousands of unforgettable performances and millions of album and track sales. Despite all of the ground that Haynes has covered on his musical journey, the impressive thing is that he still has many miles to explore. On his newest solo album Ashes and Dust, he puts forth one of his most gorgeous, musically rich and personal albums to date.
02/15

Joss Stone

SF Jazz
English soul star, Joss Stone, makes her SFJAZZ debut, exploring new musical directions while remaining grounded in her love of Aretha Franklin, Mavis Staples, Gladys Knight and the other artists who defined 20th century soul.
02/15

Chuck Prophet & The Make Out Quartet (Matinee)

HopMonk Tavern Novato
KC Turner Presents: This Valentine’s Day weekend, make it a date with Chuck Prophet, Stephanie Finch (Bride of Chucky), Vicente Rodriguez, and The Make Out Quartet. That’s right. Guitars, keys, drums, and strings -All tied together with sheet music. You know the drill. Our shows normally go into overdrive. So if you have a heart condition or are on any serious meds, this may not be for you. Might we suggest the annual Valentine’s Day Pillow Fight down at the Embarcadero Plaza? Meanwhile, this anti-V-Day event with The Make Out Quartet will be HOT HOT HOT. No heat lamps necessary! And I will officially confirm the rumor I started myself – this show will sell out. –Chuck Prophet
02/15

Marcus Rezak’s Shred Is Dead + Loma Alta

Ivy Room
Mr. Hat proudly presents the return of MARCUS REZAK’S SHRED IS DEAD to the Ivy Room in the East Bay, featuring Scott Guberman, Anna Elva, and Murph Murphy, with very special guests LOMA ALTA BAND, for an anti-Valentine’s Day 4:20 SuperJam! NEVER MISS A SUNDAY SHOW! Marcus Rezak is an eminent force in the world of modern guitar. He is known as a road warrior, playing over 200 headlining shows throughout the US every year, and for his prowess as a bandleader, fronting a bountiful roster of projects ranging from original compositions to his high-octane Grateful Dead tribute Band Shred is Dead and the recently established Gumbo paying homage to Phish’s 1.0 era.
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02/15

Stanley Clarke (7 & 9pm)

Yoshi's Oakland
Four-time Grammy Award Winner Stanley Clarke has attained “living legend” status during his over 50-year career as a bass virtuoso. He is the first bassist in history who doubles on acoustic and electric bass with equal ferocity and the first jazz-fusion bassist ever to headline tours, selling out shows worldwide. A veteran of over 40 albums, he won the 2011 Best Contemporary Jazz Album Grammy Award for The Stanley Clarke Band. Clarke co-founded the seminal fusion group Return to Forever with Chick Corea and Lenny White. In 2012, Return to Forever won a Grammy Award and a Latin Grammy for Best Jazz Instrumental Album, Forever.
02/16

Fat Monday Mardi Gras Party ft Cyril Neville

The Guild Theatre
CYRIL NEVILLE, the Uptown Ruler, brings a lifetime of dreams come true. This two-time grammy winning icon is brilliant and beautiful on stage and in his recorded work. In this new chapter of his creative life, Cyril levels up even more with new songs, a fresh perspective on his decares of performance worldwide and a determined eye on the future. As Quint Davis, fonder and head of the new Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival watching Mr. Neville perform at the 2025 Jazz Fest Congo Square Stage said,” He’s still got it.” Perhaps Mr. Neville’s greatest joy is singing, recording and performing with his son Omari Neville whose band Omari Neville and the Fuel tours as Omari’s backup band.
02/17

Suzanne Vega

Bimbo's 365 Club
Suzanne Vega will perform a career-spanning show including favorites like “Tom’s Diner”, “Luka”, “Marlene On The Wall”, and many more, plus songs from her latest album, Flying with Angels, which was released in May 2025 to critical acclaim. She will be joined on stage by her longtime guitarist, Gerry Leonard (of David Bowie fame), and cellist Stephanie Winters.
02/17

Michael Shannon & Jason Narducy play R.E.M. + Bobcat Goldthwait

The Fillmore
Michael Shannon & Jason Narducy are doing their R.E.M. tribute tour again, this third time in celebration of the 40th anniversary of the band’s fourth album, Lifes Rich Pageant — which includes “Fall on Me,” “Superman,” “Begin the Begin,” “Life and How to Live it,” “These Days” and more — playing it in full plus other lot of other R.E.M. songs with their band: Jon Wurster (drums), John Stirratt (bass), Dag Juhlin (guitar), and Vijay Tellis-Nayak (keyboards)
02/17

Van Morrison w/ Shana Morrison

Palace of Fine Arts
Van Morrison is a Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, author, poet and multi-instrumentalist, who is widely considered one of the most influential artists in the history of music. He has multiple albums that are ranked as the greatest in the entire rock and roll canon. Van Morrison has journeyed far and wide since his early days, however performing [in America] is always a spectacle to behold. His live performances are always music making at the highest pinnacle of musicianship, and his songcraft is of the highest level of any living performer today.
02/18

Van Morrison w/ Shana Morrison

Palace of Fine Arts
Van Morrison is a Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, author, poet and multi-instrumentalist, who is widely considered one of the most influential artists in the history of music. He has multiple albums that are ranked as the greatest in the entire rock and roll canon. Van Morrison has journeyed far and wide since his early days, however performing [in America] is always a spectacle to behold. His live performances are always music making at the highest pinnacle of musicianship, and his songcraft is of the highest level of any living performer today.
02/18

Stu Allen & Reflections

Ashkenaz
UPDATE: Stu Allen will be joined by Reflections for a Jerry Garcia Band tribute show!
02/18

Cat Power

Fox Theater Oakland
The Greatest Tour: Cat Power is celebrating the 20th anniversary of her milestone 2006 album, The Greatest, with Redux, a three-song EP arriving digitally and on 10″ vinyl via Domino Recording Company on Friday, January 23, 2026. Recorded by GRAMMY¨ Award-winning engineer and longtime collaborator Stuart Sikes (Loretta Lynn, The White Stripes) at Austin, TX’s Church House Studios with backing by Dirty Delta Blues – the all-star supergroup assembled for the world tour that followed The Greatest comprising guitarist Judah Bauer (The Jon Spencer Blues Explosion), keyboardist Gregg Foreman (The Delta 72, Jesse Malin), bassist Erik Paparozzi (Lizard Music), and drummer Jim White (Dirty Three, Hard Quartet) – Redux includes a brand new re-recording of James Brown’s chart-topping classic, “Try Me,” premiering everywhere today.
02/19

Van Morrison w/ Shana Morrison

Palace of Fine Arts
Van Morrison is a Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, author, poet and multi-instrumentalist, who is widely considered one of the most influential artists in the history of music. He has multiple albums that are ranked as the greatest in the entire rock and roll canon. Van Morrison has journeyed far and wide since his early days, however performing [in America] is always a spectacle to behold. His live performances are always music making at the highest pinnacle of musicianship, and his songcraft is of the highest level of any living performer today.
02/19

Delfeayo Marsalis & Uptown Jazz Orchestra: Mardi Gras Celebration

SF Jazz
Uptown on Mardi Gras Day: Dance Floor Show – Trombonist, arranger, bandleader, and 2011 NEA Jazz Master Delfeayo Marsalis debuts at SFJAZZ with his Uptown Jazz Orchestra, a sensational big band featuring some of the most exciting players on the Crescent City scene.
02/20

Mark Hummel’s Blues Harmonica Blowout ft Magic Dick, RJ Mischo, Curtis Salgado & more

Presidio Theatre
Master harmonica player and blues legend Mark Hummel brings his 35th Annual Blues Harmonica Blowoutª to the Presidio Theatre for one-night-only. The Presidio Theatre’s first Blowout features harmonica masters Magic Dick, RJ Mischo, Curtis Salgado, and Mark Hummel plus guitarists Anson Funderburgh and Steve Freund along with bassist Rodrio Mantovani and drummer Wes Starr. The Blowout features harmonica players across generations who pay tribute to the blues masters and represent the future of the instrument.
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02/20

The English Beat

Mystic Theatre
The English Beat is a band with an energetic mix of musical styles and a sound like no other. The band’s unique sound has allowed it to endure for nearly four decades and appeal to fans, young and old, all over the world. When The English Beat (known as The Beat in their native England) rushed on to the music scene in 1979, it was a time of massive social and political unrest and economic and musical upheaval. This set the stage for a period of unbridled musical creativity, and thanks in large part to the Punk movement and it’s DIY approach to making music, artists like The Beat were able to speak out and speak their mind on the news of the day, as in “Stand Down Margaret”, things that mattered to them and the youth culture, as in “Get A Job”, and universal matters of the heart and soul, as in their classic hits “I Confess”and “Save It…
02/21

The Elovaters w/ Special Guests Shwayze and JARV

Uptown Theatre Napa
JaM Cellars Presents: The Elovaters – Sunburn Tour 2026 Exploding into the American progressive roots scene in 2018 with their #1 Billboard Reggae album Defy Gravity, The Elovaters have quickly become a household name for lovers of Sublime, Jack Johnson, Dave Matthews, Stick Figure and more. They won Artist Of The Year, and Live Act of The Year in the 2022 New England Music Awards, and a few months later were voted Reggae/Ska Artist of The Year in the Boston Music Awards.
02/21

DakhaBrakha: A Night of Music

Presidio Theatre
DakhaBrakha is a music quartet from Kyiv, Ukraine. Their “ethno chaos” sound spans years of performances prior to Russia’s 2022 invasion, but war is in everything now. They masterfully blend Ukrainian traditional music with influences from around the world, resulting in an unexpected new music. They are troubadours, activists, and educators. Though their name means Give/Take in the old language, DakhaBrakha is new Ukraine, both pre-colonial and post-Soviet, working within a global network of art and music.
02/22

The Elovaters w/ Shwayze & Jarv

The Catalyst Club
SUNBURN TOUR 2026: Exploding into the American progressive roots scene in 2018 with their #1 Billboard Reggae album Defy Gravity, The Elovaters have quickly become a household name for lovers of Sublime, Jack Johnson, Slightly Stoopid, G. Love, Stick Figure, The Movement, and more. They won Artist Of The Year, and Live Act of The Year in the 2022 New England Music Awards, and a few months later were voted Reggae/Ska Artist of The Year in the Boston Music Awards.
02/22

The Mother Hips

Almost Famous Wine Company
Praised by Rolling Stone as “divinely inspired,” these California rock icons are famed for their legendary live performances. Founded nearly 30 years ago, The Mother Hips caught their first big break before they’d even finished college, when legendary producer Rick Rubin signed the band to his American Recordings label. In the decades to come, the group would go on to release ten critically acclaimed studio albums and cement themselves as architects of a new breed of California rock and soul
02/22

DakhaBrakha: Live Soundtrack for “Earth”

Presidio Theatre
DakhaBrakha is a music quartet from Kyiv, Ukraine. Their “ethno chaos” sound spans years of performances prior to Russia’s 2022 invasion, but war is in everything now. They masterfully blend Ukrainian traditional music with influences from around the world, resulting in an unexpected new music. They are troubadours, activists, and educators. Though their name means Give/Take in the old language, DakhaBrakha is new Ukraine, both pre-colonial and post-Soviet, working within a global network of art and music. They aim to help audiences see Ukraine not as a monolith, but as a cosmopolitan culture that takes in other cultures and gives in return. During this special matinee performance, DakhaBrakha will perform their original live soundtrack alongside a screening of the classic 1930 film “Earth” by Aleksandr Dovzhenko that is considered to be one of the most important films of the Soviet era. Dovzhenko is a master of composition,
02/23

Van Morrison w/ Shana Morrison

Palace of Fine Arts
Van Morrison is a Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, author, poet and multi-instrumentalist, who is widely considered one of the most influential artists in the history of music. He has multiple albums that are ranked as the greatest in the entire rock and roll canon. Van Morrison has journeyed far and wide since his early days, however performing [in America] is always a spectacle to behold. His live performances are always music making at the highest pinnacle of musicianship, and his songcraft is of the highest level of any living performer today.
02/23

The Joy Formidable + Shy Western, Rhydian Dafydd

Cafe Du Nord
Noise Pop Festival 2026 Present @ Swedish American Hall: The Joy Formidable step back onto the stage for the first time in two years. These intimate, stripped-back nights offer songs and stories up close and a moment to reconnect before the next chapter unfolds in 2026. first come first served open seating/ Shy Western is the solo project of Ritzy Bryan (The Joy Formidable). Her debut album and companion book Hugger arrive in January 2026 / Rhydian Dafydd is the co-writer, multi-instrumentalist and co-vocalist of acclaimed Welsh alt-rock trio The Joy Formidable. Known for their dynamic fusion of rock, dream pop and shoegaze, Rhydian now unveils a solo project: an expansive, cinematic exploration of atmosphere, shadow and self.
02/25

Jenny Kerr Band

Madrone Art Bar
Jenny Kerr Band Swampy original Americana. Authentic SF music, no gimmicks. Songs about dogs. And leavin’. And comin’ back again. 7-9pm
02/25

6 Roses ft Michael Cavaseno, David Boyce

Madrone Art Bar
Michael Cavaseno, David Boyce & guests play soulful jazz renditions. Music 9:30pm (from Broun Fellinis, Orixa, Bang Data, Katdelic, Afrofunk Experience)
02/26

Magic City Hippies, Supertaste

August Hall
Magic City Hippies have carved out a distinct place in the indie landscape, blending Miami’s sun-soaked swagger with infectious funk, psych-pop, and danceable grooves. What began as the Robby Hunter Band evolved in 2015 with the release of Magic City Hippies, the album that gave the trio its name and solidified a sound both laid-back and relentlessly kinetic.
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02/26

Huney Knuckles

Madrone Art Bar
HUGE NOISE, world class musicianship, mind-bending solos, and uber funky jams Kevin Wong, Darian Gray, Tony Peebles & Bian Sheu
02/27

Cardi B

Chase Center
Little Miss Drama Tour marks Cardi B’s first full headline arena run and the biggest tour of her career to date. The tour will see her headline iconic venues for the very first time, including the Kia Forum in Los Angeles and Madison Square Garden in her hometown of New York City. Cardi B is among the most significant musical artists of all time, regardless of genre, gender, or generation– all accomplished in less than a decade. Among her seemingly unstoppable list of accomplishments, she stands as the highest-certified female rapper on the RIAA’s “Top Artists (Digital Singles)” ranking with over 100 million RIAA-certified units sold, with 3 diamond certifications
02/27

The Good, The Bad & The Fugly ft Josh Zee, Eric McFadden & Bryan Kehoe

Ivy Room
The Good, The Bad & The Fugly: GBF is a guitar onslaught from 3 of the Bays most notorious guitarists, Josh Zee, Eric McFadden and Bryan Kehoe. Prepare yourselves for mind melting devastation.
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02/28

Monolink

The Warfield
Monolink is the stage name of Steffen Linck, a German singer-songwriter and electronic dance music producer who specializes in ambient, techno, electronica and house genres.
02/28

Beats Antique

The UC Theatre
Co-Presented by Noise Pop Festival 2026: Metamorphosis Tour -You can’t know Beats Antique until you’ve been a part of its journey, and experienced the act as an entity with a life of its own. A stage show that demands more music; music that needs costumes, ships and masks and shadow dances; an audience that comes for art, and takes away stories to feed their imagination. Commitment to the full performance art form is how Beats Antique fuses musical worlds, pulling on global sounds for experiments on the fringes of cinematic cabaret, informed by electronic mash-ups and inspirations who have joined them on the journey such as Les Claypool, Alam Khan, The Glitch Mob, Too Many Zooz and the Preservation Hall Jazz Band.
03/01

Bob Schneider, Conner McLaren

HopMonk Tavern Sebastopol
KC Turner Presents: Austin, Texas-based singer-songwriter and former frontman of The Ugly Americans and The Scabs, Bob Schneider is one of the most-celebrated musicians in the live music capital. Combining diverse styles, Schneider’s music spans genres, blending elements of folk, rock, rap, funk, bluegrass, reggae and country with the more traditional singer/songwriter aesthetic. In short, FRUNK.
03/04

Lady Blackbird

Cafe Du Nord
Live Nation Presents: In every Lady Blackbird song is the unmistakable sound of freedom. Harnessing a mighty voice that effortlessly embodies buffeting power, heart- rending yearning and soft, whispered balladry, Lady Blackbird has imbued her compositions since 2021’s critically acclaimed debut Black Acid Soul with a journeying independence. Hers is an instantly-recognisable sound capable of evoking joy one moment and heartache the next, a musical embrace of genres as varied as jazz, classic soul, gospel, psychedelic rock and pop.
03/05

MonoNeon (7:30 & 9:30pm)

Yoshi's Oakland
Cutting edge GRAMMY©-winning bassist: MonoNeon, is an American bassist and experimental musician from Memphis, Tennessee. He is known for his presence on YouTube playing bass guitar and being one of the last people to work with Prince. Thomas is a Grammy Award-winning artist for his participation on the 2020 Nas album King’s Disease. Flea of the Red Hot Chili Peppers has referred to Mono as “The greatest fucking electric bass player”. On November 1, 2022, Fender released the MonoNeon Collection, which included the MonoNeon Jazz Bass V Signature. “From avant-garde to southern soul, funk and all notes in-between, MonoNeon’s astounding musical range, tone and taste are always on full display.” – Fender
03/06

Brandi Carlile w/ The Head And The Heart

Chase Center
The Human Tour Brandi Carlile announced her The Human Tour featuring The Head And The Heart. Carlile is an Oscar-nominated and 11x GRAMMY Award-winning singer, songwriter, performer and producer, 2x EMMY Award-winning composer, lyricist and writer, #1 New York Times Bestselling author and activist, who is known as one of music’s most respected voices.
03/06

Neko Case, Destroyer

Uptown Theatre Napa
JaM Cellars Presents Neko Case – Neon Grey Midnight Green Tour: Singer, songwriter, music producer, visual artist, and writer Neko Case is the consummate career artist — fearless and versatile, with a fierce work ethic and a constant drive to search deeper within herself for creative growth. “One of America’s best and most ambitious singer-songwriters” (Rolling Stone) and “essentially peerless” (NPR), Case has long been revered as one of music’s most influential artists, whose authenticity, lyrical storytelling, and sly wit have endeared her to a legion of critics, musicians, and lifelong fans. In addition to numerous acclaimed and GRAMMY-nominated solo records, Case is a founding member of Canadian supergroup The New Pornographers
03/06

Gogol Bordello

The Warfield
We Mean It, Man! Tour 2026: Since 1999, International punk band Gogol Bordello, led by Ukrainian frontman Eugene Hutz, has been filling up rooms with an energy that could run a whole city. Their latest album Solidaritine is no exception, going back to their hardcore roots. The band has lit up stages around the world alongside System of a Down, Primus, Rancid, Dropkick Murphys, dueted with Regina Spektor
03/06

John Brothers Piano Company

Ivy Room
John Brothers Piano Company is an Oakland-based instrumental quartet whose compositions oscillate between incisive part-writing and unrestrained improvisational energy. Guided by this interplay, seemingly disparate influences, from chamber music to hot jazz, are focused through emphatic lyricism.
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03/07

Melvin Seals & JGB w/ Jonathan Dubose Jr.

The Warfield
Melvin Seals has been a powerful presence in the music industry for over 30 years with a long-established reputation as a performer, recording artist and producer. Melvin is most reveredfor his powerful, high-spirited, Hammond B-3 organ, and keyboards inthe Jerry Garcia Band.Melvin spun his B-3 magic with the Jerry Garcia Band for 18 years and in doing so helpedpioneer and define what has now become “Jam Band Music”. From blues to funk to rock to jazz,Melvin Seals serves up a tasty mix with a little R&B and gospel thrown in to spice things up
03/07

Dirty Cello

HopMonk Tavern Sebastopol
Dirty Cello – cello like you’ve never heard before! Combine the virtuosic wail of Jimi Hendrix, the soul of BB King, and the fire of Bill Monroe, and add a whole lot of cello, and you get the Dirty Cello band. Dirty Cello performs all over the world, from Iceland to Israel, from Scottish castles to underground caves presenting an energetic and wild show that’s been described as, “Dirty Cello’s music is all over the map: funky, carnival, romantic, sexy, tangled, electric, fiercely rhythmic, and textured, and only occasionally classical.” by Oakland Magazine.
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03/07

Jazz Is Dead – A Live Performance by Cochemea

Ivy Room
artdontsleep, the uc theatre and ivy room presents: Music is in multi-instrumentalist and composer Cochemea Gastelum’s blood–he comes from a long line of musicians on both sides of his lineage. For over 25 years, Cochemea has built a distinct career as a soloist, section player, and composer/ arranger, collaborating with artists across genres– from his long tenure with Sharon Jones and the Dap- Kings to work with Kevin Morby, Run The Jewels, Jon Batiste, Amy Winehouse, The Roots, Archie Shepp, Mark Ronson, and Quincy Jones, among many others.
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03/10

Aimee Mann w/ Jonathan Coulton

The Fillmore
22 _ Lost In Space Anniversary Tour: imee Elizabeth Mann (born September 8, 1960) is an American singer-songwriter. She is noted for her sardonic and literate lyrics about dark subjects, often describing underdog characters. She has released ten albums as a solo artist. Mann was born in Richmond, Virginia, and studied at Berklee College of Music in Boston, Massachusetts. In the 1980s, after playing with the Young Snakes and Ministry, she co-founded the new wave band ‘Til Tuesday and wrote their top-ten single “Voices Carry” (1985)
03/13

Antonio Sanchez “Birdman Live” 10th Anniversary

Presidio Theatre
The Academy Award winning Best Picture, BIRDMAN, screened to a live soundtrack Presentation licensed by Disney Concert / Four-time GRAMMY-Award winner Antonio Sanchez, one of the most renowned drummers in the international jazz scene, takes the Presidio Theatre stage to recreate his original solo drum score to Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu’s 2014 Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance), the Academy Award Winner for Best Picture starring Michael Keaton, Edward Norton, Emma Stone, and Naomi Watts. During a screening of the film, Sanchez will recreate his score, but as Sanchez improvised most of the original music for the film, each performance is unique — a showcase of his musical creativity.
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03/14

Black Label Society

The Warfield
BLACK LABEL SOCIETY Zakk Wylde – Vocals/Guitar John DeServio – Bass Dario Lorina – Guitar Jeff Fabb – Drums / Black Label Society bandleader Zakk Wylde wields his guitar like a Viking weapon, bashing out thick riffage and squeezing out expressive squeals as if the glory of his Berserker brotherhood depends upon every single note, which of course, it does. Charismatic beast and consummate showman, Wylde puts his massive heart and earnest soul on display with unbridled, unchained, animalistic passion in Black Label Society, whether it’s a crushingly heavy blues-rock barnstormer or a piano-driven ode to a fallen brother.
03/15

Nine Inch Nails w/ Boys Noize

Chase Center
Peel It Back Tour 2026:Grammy-award winning band and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Nine Inch Nails is bringing their Peel It Back Tour 2026 to Chase Center
03/18

Magoo

Lost On Main Chico
Come join us for a night of foot-stomping, banjo-picking, and fiddle-playing fun at Lost on Main. Get ready to experience the best of progressive bluegrass music with Magoo, a hyper-talented group that will have you dancing all night long. Magoo is a bluegrass quartet from Denver, Colorado , redefining the boundaries of modern bluegrass with fearless creativity and world-class musicianship. Known for their dynamic live performances.
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03/21

Toubab Krewe

Sausalito Cruising Club
This band makes you want turn on, tune in, drop out. It’s late night Maple Leaf lose yourself on the dancefloor vibes. I can’t beleive they are playing at the club!!! We are so lucky! NOTE: The Cruising Club is a private club for members and their guests. You are welcome to attend as a guest of the band.
03/21

Parlor Greens

Lost On Main Chico
One of the most exciting and anticipated projects in the world of heavy instrumental is Parlor Greens, a fresh organ trio on Colmine Records. The individual parts are simply stellar on their own. Tim Carman (formerly GA-20, Canyon Lights) on drums, Jimmy James (True Loves, formerly Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio) on guitar, and Adam Scone (Scone Cash Players, The Sugarman 3) on organ.
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03/25

Jeff Tweedy w/ Macie Stewart

The Fillmore
Jeffrey Scot Tweedy (born August 25, 1967) is an American musician, singer songwriter, author, and record producer best known as the lead vocalist and guitarist of the band Wilco.
03/26

Jeff Tweedy w/ Liam Kazar

The Fillmore
Jeffrey Scot Tweedy (born August 25, 1967) is an American musician, singer songwriter, author, and record producer best known as the lead vocalist and guitarist of the band Wilco.
03/28

Hot Buttered Rum

Lost On Main Chico
Hot Buttered Rum returns with their signature blend of bluegrass, folk, and California grooves, delivering a night packed with rich harmonies, virtuosic picking, and the kind of energy that turns a spring night into a full-on celebration. San Francisco sextet Hot Buttered Rum, true to its namesake beverage, cooks up rich, intoxicating songs that pack a lyrical punch.
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03/29

EFUNK SF ft Ash Lauryn, Bored Lord, Soul Clap, Sweater Funk, and more

The Midway
Finally back for our 3rd time around in San Fran-disco __ the House Of EFUNK mothership is touching down @themidwaysf for an outdoor/indoor day party __ with a stacked lineup of house, techno, club, funk legends and locals __ Sunday, March 29 **** Feat: Ash Lauryn – Detroit-rooted, Atlanta based soulful and underground house mama. Bored Lord – Oakland’s own fearless genre-bender, always pushing the rave forward, DJ Minx – Detroit’s First Lady of Wax, a pioneer always bringing heat to the dancefloor, FSQ – funk, soul, and disco grooves for body and spirit, Juliet Mendoza – LA’s underground house queen radiating rhythm and light, Soul Clap – your interstellar captains through house, funk, and everything in between, Sunshine Jones (Live) – San Fran house music originator, brining earthly vibrations to the spirit of the groove Sweater Funk – San Francisco’s finest purveyors of raw boogie and rare grooves”
04/01

St. Paul & The Broken Bones w/ Tyler Ballgame

The Warfield
Live in 2026L Blood is thicker than water, and it can leave scars. But like it or not, those in our bloodlines are stuck with us–and us with them–for better or for worse. Paul Janeway understands this conundrum of heritage well. The singer of the Birmingham, Alabama-based rock and roll soul band St. Paul & The Broken Bones was born and raised in America’s Deep South, a place where social consciousness can still take a backseat to unsavory traditions and where a family’s expectations sometimes supersede all else.
04/04

Midnight North

Presidio Theatre
Midnight North takes its cue from the fertile Bay Area music scene. Formed in early 2012 by singer/songwriters Grahame Lesh and Elliott Peck, whose harmonies came as naturally as the initial songs, along with bassist Connor O’Sullivan. The band’s current-day lineup was completed when drummer/banjo player Nathan Graham came aboard after a chance meeting at a benefit concert in Philadelphia in 2016 following the release of its third, and breakthrough, album, Under the Lights, in 2017. In the early days, the group was able to grow as a unit thanks to an association with Lesh’s family venue Terrapin Crossroads in San Rafael.
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04/04

SatchVai Band ft Joe Satriani & Steve Vai w/ Animals As Leaders

Fox Theater Oakland
Surfing With the Hydra 2026 Tour: Formed in 2024 after decades of friendship and musical intersections, SATCHVAI brings together two of the most celebrated guitarists of all time–Joe Satriani and Steve Vai–for an unprecedented collaboration. Rounding out the powerhouse lineup are Kenny Aronoff (drums), Marco Mendoza (bass), and Pete Thorn (guitar), creating a stellar quintet of world-class musicians. More than just a band, SATCHVAI is a supercharged fusion of guitar-driven mastery, chemistry, and creative fire.
04/09

Preservation Hall Jazz Band

Presidio Theatre
Preservation Hall Jazz Band returns to the Presidio Theatre to follow-up their February 2025 sold-out shows and Mardi Gras parties. Founded in 1961, the beloved Preservation Hall is a global institution and the Jazz Band has helped to define the musical traditions of the Crescent City for more than six decades. Preservation Hall Jazz Band presents the Big Easy’s musical heritage and the wealth of New Orleans’ musical talent.
04/10

Preservation Hall Jazz Band

Presidio Theatre
Preservation Hall Jazz Band returns to the Presidio Theatre to follow-up their February 2025 sold-out shows and Mardi Gras parties. Founded in 1961, the beloved Preservation Hall is a global institution and the Jazz Band has helped to define the musical traditions of the Crescent City for more than six decades. Preservation Hall Jazz Band presents the Big Easy’s musical heritage and the wealth of New Orleans’ musical talent.
04/11

Preservation Hall Jazz Band

Presidio Theatre
Preservation Hall Jazz Band returns to the Presidio Theatre to follow-up their February 2025 sold-out shows and Mardi Gras parties. Founded in 1961, the beloved Preservation Hall is a global institution and the Jazz Band has helped to define the musical traditions of the Crescent City for more than six decades. Preservation Hall Jazz Band presents the Big Easy’s musical heritage and the wealth of New Orleans’ musical talent.
04/14

Black Flag

Lost On Main Chico
Last Chance Presents… BLACK FLAG with guests TBD
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04/15

Habib Koite, Aly Keita, Lamine Cissokho: Mande Sila

Presidio Theatre
Malian guitarist Habib Koite is one of Africa’s most popular musicians. His music combines the rich and diverse musical traditions of West Africa creating a new pan-Malian approach that reflects his open-minded interest in all types of music. The predominant style played by Koite is based on the danssa, a popular rhythm from his native city of Keyes. He calls his version “danssa doso,” a Bambara term he coined that combines the name of the popular rhythm with the word for hunter’s music (doso), one of Mali’s most powerful and ancient musical traditions
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04/24

Cory Wong w/ Devon Gilfillian, Stephen Day

The Warfield
Lost in the Wonder: Cory Wong is a Grammy-nominated guitarist, composer, and producer celebrated for his explosive live energy, razor-sharp funk grooves, and boundary-pushing collaborations across genres. Known for blending the technical precision of jazz with the infectious spirit of funk, pop, and soul, Wong has carved out a singular space as one of modern music’s most dynamic and joyful performers. A Minneapolis native, Cory first rose to international prominence through his work with Vulfpeck, where his rhythmic guitar playing and magnetic stage presence helped define the band’s sound and live aesthetic.
05/08

The Avett Brothers and Mike Patton present AVTT/PTTN

The Masonic
Mike Patton and The Avett Brothers took the stage together to perform as the collaborative project AVTT/PTTN in front of a live audience for the first time, playing selections from their freshly released self-titled debut album. The performance took place on Tuesday as part of the Grammy Museum’s “New York Evening” series at NYC’s Loreto Theater at the Sheen Center for Thought & Culture, with Patton and the Avetts running through four songs from the LP: “Dark Night of the Soul,” “Heaven’s Breath,” “Eternal Love,” and “Received.”
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05/15

Golden Road Gathering (5/15-5/17) ft STS9, Lettuce, Leftover Salmon, Hip Abduction, High Step Society, Cimafunk, Craven Quartet, Blu Egyptian and LOTS MORE

El Dorado County Fairgrounds
he Golden Road Gathering in Placerville, CA, is a vibrant, community-focused event that celebrates local culture, music, and the arts. Held annually in the heart of the historic Gold Country, the gathering features live performances, artisan vendors, food trucks, and workshops, creating a lively atmosphere that draws visitors from across the region. With its roots in the area’s rich mining history, the event offers a unique blend of modern creativity and nostalgic charm, making it a beloved tradition for locals and travelers alike.
05/15

Echo & The Bunnymen

The Masonic
Live 105 Presents: More Songs To Learn & Sing- Echo & the Bunnymen are an English rock band formed in Liverpool in 1978. The original line-up consisted of vocalist Ian McCulloch, guitarist Will Sergeant and bassist Les Pattinson – Liverpool, England Post-punk, new wave, neo-psychedelia
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06/06

Sonoma Wild ft Elephant Revival, Sam Grisman Project, Mikaela Davis, Hot Buttered Rum & more

SoMo Village Event Center
Music Festival & Community Gathering featuring Elephant Revival, Sam Grisman Project, Mikaela Davis, Hot Buttered Rum, Mamuse Duo, Danny Goldberg’s Sound Immeersion Experience, Wavvy Gravvy, Julia Buttrefly Hill & Special Guests

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