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Two Nights! A Benefit For The Rex Foundation: 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. This approach allows fans both young and old to share in the experience while offering a continually evolving artistic outlet within this musical canon.

07/31

DJ Logic & Friends: Lantz Lazwell, Brian Swislow & Smokey The Groove Horns + DJ Erock Lee

Lost On Main Chico

The theorem of turntablist as musician has been long proven in the capable hands of DJ Logic, whom with jazz as his foundation has become a wax innovator by crossing genres and mixing his sound across the map. As one of the world’s most accomplished turntablists, DJ Logic is widely credited for introducing jazz into the hip-hop realms and is considered by most as a highly-respected session musician and an innovative bandleader. These performances will be special DJ hybrid shows. Logic is not just spinning. He is performing as part of a collaborative group featuring Lantz Lazwell on guitar, Brian Swislow (Object Heavy) on keys with an added special element of Smokey The Groove Horns.

07/31

Christone “Kingfish” Ingram

The Guild Theatre

Hailed by Rolling Stone as “a rare 21st century guitar hero and the undisputed future of the blues,” Christone “Kingfish” Ingram stands at the crossroads of history and innovation, channeling the spirit of the Delta while boldly reimagining what comes next. Now, with his new album, Hard Road, Kingfish looks back at his extraordinary GRAMMY® Award-winning journey thus far by lighting out for previously unexplored musical territory, infusing his signature sound with a genre-blurring approach fraught with creative urgency and heretofore untapped emotional range.

07/31

Wiley’s Coyotes All Star Band

Boom Boom Room

A Reggae/Funk band with dance Energy jazz-inspired solos: Eric Wiley Coyotes band features funk and Reggae Originals and covers with solos by all band members reminiscent of the classic bands of many decades. The music is a mix of cover tunes and originals with strong influence from the New Orleans style of music that focuses on Reggae and funk with solos done in the jazz tradition.

Almost Famous Wine Company

07/31

Young & Dead

Psychedelic SF Gallery

Young & Dead brings an afternoon of music, art, history, and psychedelic San Francisco spirit to the Psychedelic SF Gallery (1399 Haight Street). Come celebrate the music, culture, and beautifully weird magic that still makes the Haight the Haight. Presented by the Haight Ashbury Art and Culture Preservation Society. (1 to 5 PM)

08/01

The Mountain Winery

The STRAY CATS, the band that put Rockabilly music back on the record charts in the early ’80s, scored several big hits on both sides of the Atlantic thanks to a striking visual 1950’s style brought “up to date” with exaggerated pompadours and colorful tattoos and as well as genuine musical chops that evoked the best players of rockabilly’s original heyday. Formed by guitarist/vocalist Brian Setzer, upright bass player Lee Rocker and drummer Slim Jim Phantom in the Long Island town of Massapequa, NY, in 1979, the trio shared a love for Rockabilly music.

08/01

The Cash Box Kings

Alligator Records Artists The Cash Box Kings are bona fide blues royalty. Co-led by songwriter, harmonica and singer Joe Nosek, and real-deal Chicago blues vocalist and songwriter Oscar Wilson the band plays a masterfully raw and unvarnished mix of Chicago/Memphis “Bluesabilly” house rocking blues. Critics worldwide recognize the band as one of the premier traditional Chicago blues bands today.

08/01

Deadhead Disco: Jerry’s Birthday Celebration w/ Orlove by Night

Rickshaw Stop

Deadhead Disco reimagines the spirit of the Grateful Dead through the lens of the dance floor — a hypnotic blend of live edits, deep grooves, and house energy woven from the band’s most timeless jams. This five-hour journey blends the improvisational heart of Scarlet Begonias _ Fire on the Mountain [Cornell ’77] and other legendary moments with the pulse of modern artists like Goose, STS9, Tame Impala, LP Giobbi, Unknown Mortal Orchestra, Thundercat, Johnny Blue Skies, Vampire Weekend, The War on Drugs, Pretty Lights, and Darkside, …as well as classic artists like Pink Floyd, Allman Brothers, The Eagles, Little Feat, The Bee Gees, Paul Simon, Fleetwood Mac, Steely Dan, Rusted Root, & Phish . No openers. No interruptions. Just one continuous, immersive set designed to move both body and soul.

08/01

Big Brother & The Holding Company

Days Between 8/1-9 Celebration of Life of Jerry Garcia: 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 59 years, continue to bring their original music, the music that they created with the great and legendary Janis Joplin, to audiences…

08/01

An Evening with The Fixx

College friends Cy Curnin on vocals and Adam Woods on drums formed the group in London in 1979, initially calling themselves Portraits. The pair placed an ad for additional members, and recruited keyboardist Rupert Greenall, guitarist Tony McGrail and bassist Russell Mckenzie later to be replaced by Charlie Barrett. Portraits issued two singles for Ariola Records: “Little Women” (1979), and “Hazards In The Home” (1980). Later in 1980, McGrail left. At this point, the band added guitarist Jamie West-Oram (formerly of Phillip Rambow’s band) and changed their name to The Fix. This version of the band recorded for 101 Records, releasing their first single (“Lost Planes”) in February 1981. This track, along with several live tracks issued by 101 on various compilations, received some radio exposure on the BBC. In these early days West-Oram was billed simply as “Jamie West”. The Fixx’s raised profile eventually led to the group being offered a contract by MCA Records. Worried about the potential…

08/01

08/01

Dirty Cello

Power Plant Coffee

Not Loud Concerts presents… Rock the Power Plant at Power Plant Coffee. Aug 1 from 7pm – 8 pm. It will feature the world traveling band Dirty Cello who will rock their way through a one hour program with their signature high energy and irreverent style. From Iceland to Italy, and all over the U.S., San Francisco-based band Dirty Cello brings the world a high energy and unique spin on blues, rock, and Americana. With wild vocals, and world class cello playing, the group is led by vivacious cross-over cellist, Rebecca Roudman. Dirty Cello is cello like you’ve never heard before. From down home blues and rock with a wailing cello to virtuosic stompin’ Americana, Dirty Cello is a band that gets your heart thumping and your toes tapping!

08/01

Marty O’Reilly + Hannah Mayree – Sailing Solo

Blind Illusion, Vince Black from Black Uhuru, Rafael from LaGenteSF

KGE + IVY ROOM PRESENTS: Potluck, Live Music BAILEY BASH A celebration for our beloved The Reverend Bailey Pendergrass III. When it came to the Bay Area, he was one of the first independent promoters including running booking and promoting The Berkeley Square. Loved by everyone. 6pm door Potluck, Mingle & Speakers 8pm music

08/02

SF IS DEAD ALLSTARS (ft. Reed Mathis, Jordan Feinstein, Anna Elva, Murph) w/ Hot Mountain Dips

Boom Boom Room

Black Cat

Currents is a Bay Area–based modern jazz collective rooted in post-bop tradition and contemporary improvisation, with a focus on original composition and evolving ensemble interplay. Featuring internationally active performers and recording artists, the group draws on extensive experience across major jazz stages, festivals, and clubs worldwide.

08/06

Lionel Richie + Earth, Wind & Fire

Chase Center

Sing a Song All Night Long: International superstar Lionel Richie boasts a discography of albums and singles that is second to none. With more than 125 million albums sold worldwide, an Oscar¨, Golden Globe¨, and four Grammy Awards¨, Richie has been honored with distinctions including 2016 MusiCares Person of the Year, and the 2017 Kennedy Center Honors. + Earth, Wind & Fire are a music institution. In 1969, music legend Maurice White birthed the music force named after the elements from his very own astrological charts. With soul as deep as the plant, Earth, Wind & Fire charted a history that will live on forever.

08/06

Modest Mouse, Sun Atoms

Outside Lands Night Show! Modest Mouse is an American indie rock band formed in 1993 in Issaquah, Washington, by frontman Isaac Brock, bassist Eric Judy, and drummer Jeremiah Green. Famous for Brock’s philosophical lyrics and the band’s blend of folk, punk, and anthemic pop, they evolved from Pacific Northwest underground favorites into a multi-platinum, GRAMMY-nominated mainstay.

08/06

JGB Tribute – See What Love Can Do ft Lionel Dewitt Holoman Jr., Isa Chu, Maria Long, JP McLean, and Jerry Saracini

The Independent

Outside Lands Night Show! Funk isn’t merely a genre. It’s a state of mind. Such is the opinion of GRiZ, the North Detroit-raised musician who spends sunny days and neon-tinted nights in pursuit of good vibrations. The multi-talented GRiZ has cultivated a party-poppin’ corner of bass music all his own defined by sax-blastin’ productions and soulful live shows. His reflective nature and fun-loving attitude are mirrored in his unmistakable electronic creations, each their own serotonin-fueled gateway to a bona fide good time. Now building beats in the heart of Denver, GRiZ has proven that his eclectic style is boundless.

08/07

Deltaphonic (Direct from Funky New Orleans)

Boom Boom Room

Direct from Funky New Orleans to the Boom Boom room… it’s the return of DELTAPHONIC! New Orleans Funk & Dirty South Blues and Rock ‘n Roll Deltaphonic is one of those bands who are out there creating their own genre. It’s rock ‘n roll, but it’s mixed with New Orleans funk, soul, and Hill Country blues. –American Blues Scene At the crossroads of Southern rock, blues, funk and soul, Deltaphonic has spent the last decade developing an unmistakable sound!

08/07

INSTANT ALTER ft. Emilio Modeste & vocalist Natasha Agrama (7 & 9:30pm)

Black Cat

08/08

Rebirth Brass Band & The Soul Rebels w/ DJ Harry Duncan

The Rebirth Brass Band is a New Orleans brass band. The group was founded in 1983 by Phillip “Tuba Phil” Frazier, his brother Keith Frazier, Kermit Ruffins, and classmates from Joseph S. Clark Senior High School, which closed in the spring of 2018, in the Treme neighborhood of New Orleans, _Arhoolie released its first album in 1984 + The Soul Rebels (also Soul Rebels Brass Band, Soul Rebels or The Rebels) are an eight-piece New Orleans-based brass ensemble that incorporate elements of soul, jazz, funk, hip-hop, rock and pop music within a contemporary brass band framework.

08/08

ZZ Top w/ Cheap Trick

The Mountain Winery

Peri's Tavern

Grateful Voodoo serves up their gumbo of GD, NOLA funk, JGB, Allman Bros. & more at this funky dance party!

08/09

Black Cat

Two sets. Two distinct worlds. One cinematic night of modern jazz. Bassist and composer Marty Isenberg returns to Black Cat with an inventive New York ensemble for a special two-set evening. The 7:00 PM set features original music from Isenberg’s forthcoming sophomore album alongside new works from the band—fresh, evolving music heard up close as it takes shape. At 9:15 PM, the evening shifts into The Way I Feel Inside, Isenberg’s acclaimed theatrical jazz project inspired by the films of Wes Anderson. Whimsical, offbeat, and deeply human, the music moves through nostalgia, loneliness, and wonder with the flow of a cinematic soundtrack.

08/10

Little Feat

Fox Theater Oakland

The Last Farewell Tour: With tongue stuck somewhat in cheek, Little Feat announces “The Last Farewell Tour,” which will begin in April 2026. It’s definitely not an absolute, never-gonna-play again statement. This wind-down will take several years to accomplish, and while it does, Feat will continue to perform and record as long as they are able. It’s a retirement from the travel of touring. Little Feat began in 1969 when Frank Zappa told Lowell George he should start his own band.

08/10

Motown on Mondays

Madrone Art Bar

08/10

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.

08/12

GamperDrums Presents ZinggFlower: A Tribute to Drew Zingg

Biscuits & Blues

Join us for a night of world-class musicianship as GamperDrums presents ZinggFlower: a tribute to Drew Zingg, featuring Michael Emenau, Ben Misterka, Chili Corder, Sascha Jacobsen, and Chris Gamper

08/13

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-

08/13

Afrolicious

Afrolicious is a renowned, San Francisco-based dance-fusion and live-electronic collective. Founded by brothers Joe “Pleasuremaker” and Oz “Senor Oz” McGuire, the group started as a weekly club night in the Mission District before evolving into a massive 12-piece live band and DJ sound system.

08/14

Down to Funk Festival (8/14 – 8/16) ft Polyrhythmics, Nik West, The Philharmonik, The Heeters, and much more

YMCA Camp Jones Gulch

Funk music has a rich history of promoting cultural connection and creative expression as well as social consciousness and artistic integrity. Inspired to celebrate and explore this legacy, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit called Down To Funk Fund was founded in December, 2025 by a small gathering of musicians, organizers, and creatives for the purpose of producing Down To Funk Festival. Both are focused on nurturing the history, culture and community of feel-good-do-good funk music. Can you dig it? Then get up offa that thing and join the first annual Down To Funk Festival August 14th-16th, 2026 at YMCA Camp Jones Gulch in La Honda, California!

08/14

Tomahawk w/ Melvins

The Warfield

Goldenvoice Presents A Huge Waste of Your Time and Money Tour: Tomahawk is back! Where were they? What were they doing? Is this a reunion? Who are they now? What’s next? So many questions. Here are those answers and more! Tomahawk took a break to discover the many truths of the universe. They also uncovered several non truths. They were primarily holed up in a special place similar to the many caves in the mountains of Appalachia. They found time to create the new tunes that make up their new record “Oddfellows” that will be released worldwide in January 2013 on Ipecac Recordings. This is not a reunion….unless that means they will make more money. Tomahawk is Duane Denison (the Jesus Lizard, Unsemble, etc), Mike Patton (Faith No More, Fantmas, etc) & John Stanier (Helmet, Battles, etc) and this time around joined by Trevor “field mouse” Dunn ( Mr. Bungle, Fantmas, etc).

08/14

Lady Camden’s The Peach Pit Cabaret

Bimbo's 365 Club

Featuring: Lady Camden, Suzie Toot, Frankie Fictitious, Starya, Aurris x Lilith, Toxxin 21+ ONLY. Please note – there is a delivery delay set for 2 weeks prior to show.

08/14

Smoked Out Soul, Otis McDonald, Seal Party, with special guest Lester Chambers

Rickshaw Stop

This summer, four of the Bay Area’s most distinctive voices in soul, funk and jazz-rock converge on one stage for a night that promises to be among the year’s most memorable shows. On August 14th, Smoked Out Soul, Otis McDonald and Seal Party take the stage at the Rickshaw Stop in San Francisco — joined by very special guest Lester Chambers, legendary lead singer of The Chambers Brothers.

08/14

The Polish Ambassador

Felton Music Hall

GATE52 PRESENTS: Musician. Producer. Beatsmith. Recording artist. Composer. Dance-floor general. Label-head. A mystery man of many hats, The Polish Ambassador rocks more than just a trademark jumpsuit, authoring sublime, intentional artistic works, animated safaris in technicolor sound. At first breath, The Polish Ambassador was an experiment, David Sugalski’s sound-art passion project that came to life. An inventive, imaginary character born of humble, humorous beginnings, he found his first audiences through the support of primitive digital radio stations. Today, TPA is among the premier EDM/live crossover artists in the country with millions of listeners around the world; he’s consistently in-demand at the live music-focused gatherings and boutique electronic festivals from coast to coast. Founder of independent label Jumpsuit Records, an environmentalist and early progenitor of the permaculture action movement, the world’s funkiest diplomat is here to party with a purpose.

08/15

Thee Sacred Souls released their self-titled debut album in 2022 on Daptone Records after the viral success of their single “Can I Call You Rose?”. What followed has been a remarkable rise for this young San Diego 7-piece, bringing their own version of SoCal “souldies” to a new generation of listeners. + In the vibrant tapestry of Los Angeles’s music scene, LA LOM stands out for its ability to seamlessly weave together the diverse genres and cultures of the city into its music. Short for The Los Angeles League of Musicians, LA LOM is composed of LA natives Zac Sokolow (Guitar), Jake Faulkner (Bass), and Nicholas Baker (Drums/Percussion)

08/15

Stern Grove

08/16

Gipsy Kings featuring Nicolas Reyes

Meritage Resort

Blue Note Napa Summer Sessions: The Meritage Resort and Spa at 850 Bordeaux Way Napa – Gipsy Kings (originally Los Reyes) are a musical group founded in 1979 in Arles, France. The band, whose members have Catalan heritage,[ play a blend of Catalan rumba, flamenco, salsa, and pop. They perform mostly in Spanish but also mix in Catalan, French, and languages of southern France, such as Occitan

08/16

The Paladins w/ Mitch Polzak

Rancho Nicasio

BBQ on the Lawn with THE PALADINS & MITCH POLZAK – THE PALADINS from San Diego California are the preeminent blues/rockabilly band in America. Founded in 1980 by guitarist Dave Gonzalez and bass player Thomas Yearsley, they have recorded five singles, nine full Length studio records, and three live albums. MITCH POLZAK virtuosic guitar skills and influences range from the blazing flying fingers of Joe Maphis, Marty Stuart, Roy Clark, and Don Rich to the timeless dreamlike state of “Sleepwalk” by Santo and Johnny along with the vast valleys of deep rumbling twang associated with Duane Eddy.

08/16

Bliss Festival ft Elliott Peck & Friends, Combo Tezeta, Michael Michael Motorcycle, and Circus Bella Entertainment

Presidio Theatre

4th Annual Bliss Fest is the all-ages outdoor art & music festival featuring an exclusive lineup of many of the Bay Area’s favorite artists including the American Roots group Elliott Peck & Friends, the high-energy cumbia of Combo Tezeta, and the delicious harmony-focused, guitar-driven Michael Michael Motorcycle. Fold in a generous helping of circus fun featuring members of Circus Bella, food and drink available on site, and you have an afternoon of Bay Area bliss for friends and family of all ages!

08/16

Josh Zee and Friends

Join us for a free show from Josh Zee and Friends! Josh Zee is Bay Area born & raised, and often praised as one of the best guitar players ever. Band credits include Protein, The Mother Truckers, Phantom Power.

08/16

Broken Compass Bluegrass Jubliee

Woodhouse Brewing

No-Brainer Prodcutions Presents: Broken Compass Bluegrass is leading the way in the contemporary bluegrass revival, combining tradition with innovation in a way that appeals to both longtime fans and new listeners alike. Their live performances are characterized by tight harmonies, truly impressive solos, and an undeniable joy that permeates with every note they play. The band’s repertoire includes numerous original compositions as well as fresh takes on timeless classics, all delivered with their own distinctive style.Their energy is palpable as they weave intricate melodies and harmonize with ease, creating a wall of sound that transports fans to a place where tradition meets innovation. Whether you’re a die-hard bluegrass aficionado or just looking for some foot-stomping fun, Broken Compass Bluegrass is sure to leave you spellbound and inspired. SPECIAL GUESTS: Diggin’ Trails and Blue Dream Bluegrass ft. Dan Robbins Diggin’ Trails occupies a rare and vital corner of the Americana landscape — where banjo meets punk energy, and country twang collides…

08/17

Motown on Mondays

Madrone Art Bar

08/18

Skeleton Crewe Quintet

The Junction Santa Rosa

Skeleton Crewe invites audiences into an intimate, high-vibe musical journey led by masterful artistry and fearless exploration. Each performance blends original compositions, including many written by Robert Hunter in collaboration with Rob Barraco and with reimagined Grateful Dead favorites and expansive improvisations. Their sound moves effortlessly across genres, weaving traditional Hawaiian influences with psychedelic Americana to create a transportive, one-of-a-kind experience. Skeleton Crewe doesn’t just play a show, they create a musical conversation that feels both timeless and brand new

08/19

Skeleton Crewe Quintet

The Junction Mill Valley

08/19

Jerry’s Middle Finger

It’s no longer a secret that California-based Jerry’s Middle Finger (JMF) delivers the best Jerry Garcia Band tribute experience in the world — performing and celebrating the music of JGB with unparalleled sound and energy.

08/20

The Black Crowes and Whiskey Myers

Shoreline Amphitheatre

Southern Hospitality Tour

08/20

North Mississippi Allstars

North Mississippi Allstars was started by brothers Luther and Cody Dickinson in 1996 as a loose collective of musicians from their North Mississippi home, inspired by their father Jim Dickinson as well as neighbors and musical elders of their community; RL Burnside, Junior Kimbrough, Otha Turner and Fred McDowell.

08/20

Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears

(((folkYEAH!))) Presents: Black Joe Lewis is the realest motherfucker there is. When Covid sidelined his touring, he started laying concrete to help support his baby mama and his kid. That’s fuckin’ real. When Joe and his band, the Honeybears, popped onto the national stage over a decade ago, many critics embraced him but still, there were some that maintained that they hadn’t paid their dues. Joe’s still here. Still going. Still cashing checks and snapping necks. The dues of hard work; the delirious heights of the industry as well as the disappointments and low hanging fruit. Through this all, Joe’s only honed his mastery over gut bucket blues guitar and his true voice. It’s a vital and distinctly American voice that never anticipated the attention he wound up receiving, never went looking for it either. It just started happening. The garage, the blues, the propulsive and synergistic live performances that inhabit the spaces of James Brown, Lightnin’ Hopkins, and the…

08/20

Josh Brough & The Contraband

HopMonk Tavern Novato

Outdoors in The Beer Garden FREE: Lead singer, multi-instrumentalist and co founder of Northern California jam grass band; Poor Man’s Whiskey, explores his Folk, Americana, Country and Bluegrass music roots with heartfelt original songs about life and the human condition. Having served as a Peace Corps Volunteer and working as an educator in the criminal justice system for over two decades, his songs tell tragic and humorous stories of the colorful characters he has met along the way and the ever changing American landscape. Drawing from the deep well of his influences; John Prine, Townes Van Zandt, Bob Dylan, Gregg Allman, The Wood Brothers, Jason Isbell, Neil Young, Guy Clark, Todd Snider, Willie Nelson, Woody Guthrie and Pete Seeger (to name a few), laugh, cry, sing, dance and contemplate and raise a glass to the good times down the road.

08/20

Loma Alta

Peri's Tavern

Loma Alta Jam Band – Fairfax, CA From the southern slopes of Loma Alta Open Space Preserve in the Heart of Marin County comes a funky and danceable original Jam Band. The collective minds of Chris Detrick (guitar) and Jared Baird–AKA Harold Imperiled– (drums) have created a band that delivers deep dance grooves, adventurous group improvisations, and huge peaks in the spirit of Phish, the Dead, the Talking Heads, and Santana. With a regular Third Thursday residency at the legendary Peri’s Tavern in Fairfax for the last year and a half

08/20

Skeleton Crewe ft Rob Barraco, Barry Sless, Stephen Inglis, Pete Sears & Jay Lane

Felton Music Hall

GATE52 PRESENTS: Skeleton Krewe is a jam band supergroup formed in early 2024 by virtuosos from the Grateful Dead and jam band circuits. The quintet uniquely blends traditional Hawaiian slack-key guitar with psychedelic Americana. Their sound features Grateful Dead interpretations and original compositions, including material co-written by the late lyricist Robert Hunter.

08/20

Strolling Gnomes (Amendola/Frith/Dimuzio/Goldberg/Ochs)

Little Stranger

Hailing from Philadelphia and now based in the vibrant city of Charleston, SC, alt indie hip-hop duo Little Stranger (Kevin and John Shields, no relation but best friends) have spent years honing their signature sound and perfecting their version of the “organized chaos” that a Little Stranger live show entails.

08/22

Skeleton Crewe

Rosebud Ranch

If you can’t follow the rule of thumb, “Never miss a Rosebud show,” then you really ought to at least adhere to the well-documented wisdom, “Never miss a Tyler birthday show at Rosebud.” Among those notched in the history books include the Greatest Story Ever Told, for the 50th anniversary of 8/27/72, and Lebo & Friends making the sparks fly in ’23. In this case, we’re talking about not just any birthday, but a half-century milestone. This calls for pulling out all the stops, wouldn’t you say? Skeleton Crewe has quickly become one of the most acclaimed Dead-oriented super groups in the nation. Consisting of five of the most respected musicians on the scene, this band hovers in its own orbit. Skeleton Crewe invites audiences into an intimate, high-vibe musical journey led by masterful artistry and fearless exploration. Each performance blends original compositions; many of them Robert Hunter/ Rob Barraco collaborations, as vehicles for expansive improvisation, along with reimagined Grateful…

08/22

The Breeders & Imperial Teen

The Breeders – Kim Deal, Kelley Deal, Josephine Wiggs and Jim Macpherson played their first show together on Friday 19th June, 1992, in a snooker hall behind Warrington Rugby Club in the north of England. Two days later, they supported Nirvana in Dublin and Belfast, and then played at Glastonbury. Back in the US, after playing 27 sold-out shows, they made their way to San Francisco to record Last Splash. Released on August 30th 1993, reviewers described Last Splash as, “effervescent,” “blistering,” and “incoherent.” At its centre is the infectiously appealing, instantly recognisable ‘Cannonball’. Propelled in part by the video directed by Kim Gordon and Spike Jonze. + Imperial Teen’s releases over the past 20+ years have been pointed and specific diaries of musical celebration, windows into the hypersensitive personal drama of relationships within the band, individual conquests and failures, and collective, aspirational hopes, dreams, and perspectives. Roddy Bottum (Faith No More), Will Schwartz, Jone Stebbins, and Lynn Perko Truell–who…

08/23

Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening

Meritage Resort Napa

Blue Note Napa Summer Sessions: The Meritage Resort and Spa at 850 Bordeaux Way Napa – A lot of talented children have probably been asked by a parent to entertain family and friends, maybe in the living room, maybe sing a little, play an instrument. No big deal and a good way to get used to performing for others. But when Jason Bonham was a small child and got called in to entertain, the family friends he played his drums for could be anyone from Jimmy Page to some of the guys from the group Bad Company. That’s what happens when your father is drummer John Bonham, one of the original members of the legendary rock band Led Zeppelin.

08/23

The Breeders & Imperial Teen

08/23

Built to Spill

Ironstone Amphitheater Shows

08/27

Arcadia 2026 Tour: Alison Krauss is one of the most awarded and respected artists in music history. A defining voice of contemporary bluegrass and Americana, she has earned 27 GRAMMY¨ Awards, placing her among the top GRAMMY-winning artists of all time, and has sold more than 40 million albums worldwide. Krauss has also received numerous CMA Awards, IBMA Awards, and was inducted into the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame in 2021. Her collaborations, including the critically acclaimed albums with Robert Plant (Raising Sand and Raise the Roof), have expanded her influence far beyond genre lines and solidified her status as a cultural icon. Union Station’s signature sound is powered by world-renowned musicianship and unmatched acoustic precision. Central to this lineup is Jerry Douglas, the 14-time GRAMMY¨-winning Dobro master widely considered the most innovative and influential resonator guitarist of all time. Together, Krauss, Douglas, and Union Station create a warm, intricate, and emotionally rich sound that has captivated audiences around the…

Almost Famous Wine Company

08/28

Shwayze

Shwayze is an American artist known for blending hip-hop and alternative sounds with laid-back vibes and a unique perspective. Since his debut, Shwayze has consistently captivated audiences with his relatable storytelling, delivering both feel-good anthems and introspective tracks. His latest album, Shwaycation, showcases his dedication to pushing creative boundaries while staying true to the essence of his music.

08/28

Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel w/ Miko Marks

HopMonk Tavern Sebastopol

Duane Betts ignites and brings an evolution to the Southern rock tradition. With a fiery legacy forged by his father, the legendary Dickey Betts, the second generation musician infuses it with his own soul-stirring blend of blues, raw passion, and six-string mastery. Backed by his band, Palmetto Motel, Betts delivers a dynamic live show filled with searing guitar solos, heartfelt storytelling, and a mix of classic influences with fresh energy. Fans can expect a blend of roots rock, blues, and some improvisational jamming, creating an electrifying yet deeply authentic experience. With top-tier musicianship, a connection to rock ‘n’ roll history, and the desire to make every performance a true experience, a Palmetto Motel show is an unforgettable journey that no music lover should miss. Palmetto Motel is… Johnny Stachela (guitar, vocals), Pedro Arevalo (bass, vocals) , Vincent Fossett Jr. (drums), Max Butler (B-3 organ) + After a 14-year hiatus, Miko Marks has spent the last few years making up for…

08/28

Ghosts of Electricity: Bob Dylan Tribute ftStu Allen & Mars Hotel, Mark Karan, JP McLean, Mookie Siegel & Greg Anton

An all-star Bob Dylan cover band, paying tribute the only way they know how…by rockin’ out & taking Dylan songs to where they’ve never gone before. Every show is an adventure, with four part harmonies, gentle ballads and over-the-top, guitar-driven Rock and Roll.

08/28

OSEES ft Brigid Dawson

08/29

Greyboy Allstars

Moe's Alley

08/29

Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel w/ Miko Marks

08/29

Bob Schneider band + Stroke 9 Trio

HopMonk Tavern Novato

KC Turner Presents Cookout Concert Series: 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. Schneider draws inspiration from the ’70s with a modern twist. His lyrics, both playful and powerful, tackle tough subjects about alienation, addiction, and lost romance.

08/29

OSEES ft Brigid Dawson

08/30

Wicked Messengers

Celebrating the music of Dylan, Garcia & Young: Wicked Messengers bring the spirit of Bob Dylan, Neil Young, and Jerry Garcia to life with soulful vocals, rich harmonies, and electrifying improvisation. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, the band delivers an organic, high-energy take on classic American music. Founded by Pat Nevins, Jay Wilcox, and Justin Wooster, Wicked Messengers perform as everything from an intimate duo to a full-stage ensemble — always keeping the music honest, raw, and full of heart.

08/31

Eagles of Death Metal, Paradise Vultures

The Catalyst Club

Death By Sexy 20th Anniversary Tour: Eagles of Death Metal is an American rock band from Palm Desert, California, formed in 1998. Founded by Jesse Hughes (vocals, guitar) and Josh Homme (drums), the band also includes a wide range of other musicians that perform both on the band’s studio albums and at live shows. Hughes and Homme are the only permanent members of the band, with Homme rarely performing at live shows due to commitment to his other band, Queens of the Stone Age. The band’s current touring line-up includes Hughes alongside Dave Catching (guitar), Eden Galindo (guitar), Jennie Vee (bass) and Jorma Vik (drums). Despite their name, Eagles of Death Metal are not a death metal band, and the name is intended to be humorous.

08/31

Mark Hummel’s Blues All Stars w/ Anson Funderburgh & Junior Watson

Moonalice

Moonalice is an exuberant Bay Area ten-piece known for delivering a unique brand of psychedelic soul and rock-tinged Americana. With an unparalleled list of collaborations with some of the biggest names in music, the family tree of Moonalice has touchedevery corner of rock and roll history. Led by vocalist Lester Chambers, who co-founded pioneering ’60s psychedelic soul group The Chambers Brothers; bassist Pete Sears, a founding member of Jefferson Starship who has played with everyone from Rod Stewart to Jimi Hendrix, and guitarist Roger McNamee, who was an advisor to Grateful Dead and U2 and fights against entrenched power in the tech industry – their incredible chemistry shines through in their live performances and the recent release of the Chambers Brothers classic, “Time Has Come Today.” Moonalice also features esteemed members Barry Sless (lead guitar and pedal steel), Jason Crosby (keyboards), Grammy winner John Molo (drums), along with the next generation of legends including Lester’s son Dylan Chambers, and Erika,…

09/06

Sons of Champlin w/ Bill Champlin

Yoshi's Oakland

A blend of rock, jazz, soul, and R&B: The Sons of Champlin started in 1965 in Marin County, California, rising from the wreckage of the Opposite Six, a locally popular R&B band from the pre-Beatle era. “Six” members, Bill Champlin and Tim Cain, added Terry Haggerty and the first of a series of drummers and bass players. The new band was named for the “front” man, Bill Champlin. For a couple of years, the Sons played as a five-piece band, working the college and high school dance circuit and the various clubs and bars in the Bay Area. The Sons’ first record release, on Verve Records, was a single called “Sing Me A Rainbow”. It got a little local AM radio airplay. In 1967, the Sons of Champlin became a seven-piece band, adding a trumpet and, more importantly, Geoff Palmer on keyboards, alto sax, and vibraphone. By this time, the San Francisco scene included the Fillmore and Avalon ballrooms, and…

09/09

Weezer w/ The Shins, Silversun Pickups

Chase Center

LIVE 105 Present: The Gathering – Weezer: The Gathering follows the band’s sold out Return to the Blue Planet tour, celebrating 30 years of Weezer (The Blue Album), as well as the global touring juggernaut Hella Mega, which saw the band selling out stadiums all over the world alongside longtime friends and co-headliners Green Day and Fall Out Boy. Spanning more than three decades, Weezer are an instantly recognizable cultural force, with over 35 million records sold worldwide, cementing the foursome as an influential cornerstone of pop music. w/ special guests The Shins and Silversun Pickups.

09/09

Liz Phair & Sleater-Kinney

The Flannel And The Fury 2026: Throughout her career, Liz Phair has continued to defy expectations and break barriers. She has released five albums, sold over five million records, composed music for television, and received two GRAMMY nominations. In 2019, she published a memoir, Horror Stories (Random House), which the LA Times called “a raw look at fame, motherhood and aging with all the unbridled honesty of the songs that put the singer in the spotlight in the first place.” In 2023, Phair toured to celebrate the 30th anniversary of her widely-loved debut, Exile in Guyville, performing the record in its entirety at sold-out shows across the US. + Now three decades into their partnership and no less ferocious and inventive than day one, Carrie Brownstein and Corin Tucker’s alchemical connection has made Sleater-Kinney one of the most impactful and vital rock acts of their generation. Their self-titled 1995 debut demonstrated a singular vision – the duo’s idiosyncratic and interlocking…

09/09

Scott Amendola’s Floating Parade

jazz, avant garde, experimental, acid jazz, improv: Scott Amendola’s Floating Parade is Scott Amendola: drums/percussion/electronics, Nate Brenner: electrical bass, Robert Lopez: percussion, Mark Clifford: vibraphone Ryan Schaeffer: electrical guitar/Get ready for a vibe-y, grooving, sonically fun and rad experience. Floating Parade is about an unknown journey of bumpin’ beats and soothing sounds. It will be hypnotic and engaging. Come join the parade. We’ll go where we go and know when we get there, and know when it’s time to move on. For Scott Amendola, the drum kit isn’t so much an instrument as a musical portal. As an ambitious composer, savvy bandleader, electronics explorer, and first-call accompanist, he is a creative foil for some of the world’s most inventive musicians.

09/12

Thievery Corporation

Fox Theater Oakland

30th Anniversary Tour An all encompassing retrospective: Experience Thievery Corporation live as they celebrate their 30 year anniversary with an all encompassing retrospective show. Thievery Corporation is an internationally acclaimed electronic music duo formed in Washington, D.C., by Rob Garza and Eric Hilton. Known for their genre-defying sound, Thievery Corporation seamlessly blend downtempo, trip-hop, dub, bossa nova, reggae, soul, jazz, Middle Eastern, and Indian influences into a globally inspired sonic experience. Since their 1996 debut Sounds from the Thievery Hi-Fi, the group has built a reputation for lush productions, politically conscious themes, and immersive live performances featuring a rotating collective of musicians and vocalists from around the world.

09/12

Sound Summit ft Father John Misty, Guster, Jerry Harrison’s 50 Years of Talking Heads, La Luz, Angeline Saris & The Snack Machine

Mountain Theater

Sound Summit, the daylong festival atop Mount Tamalpais that has brought exceptional music to the mountain and Bay Area community alike for more than a decade, returns to the historic Mountain Theater on Saturday, September 12. Headlining this year’s festival is cinematic folk-rock troubadour Father John Misty performing with his full band. Joining the lineup are beloved harmony-driven indie rockers Guster, Talking Heads co-founder and new wave visionary Jerry Harrison and his 50 Years of Talking Heads project, dreamy surf-noir psych-rockers La Luz, and irresistible Bay Area funk ensemble Angeline Saris & The Snack Machine.

09/13

Black Uhuru

The Chapel of the Flowers

For over 50 years Black Uhuru has remained one of the most popular recognized prolific reggae band from Jamaica. The living legends have earned several achievements in the music industry including winning the first ever Grammy Award for reggae music. They’re long success along with having the highest reggae record sales after Bob Marley & the most songs sampled by other artist over the years has allowed them to become Ambassadors of reggae.

09/13

Marcus Rezak’s Shred is Dead

Mr. Hat Presents: Sunday Matinee at The Chapel of The Flowers + social hour hosted by CBCB Dispensary 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM 1 pm doors, 2 pm first set, two sets of Shred for your Head followed by a social hour hosted by CBCB Dispensary The Chapel of The Flowers 3049 Adeline St Berkeley/ SHRED IS DEAD is a high-octane project led by guitarist and vocalist Marcus Rezak offering up innovative instrumental and vocal performances of the Grateful Dead and Jerry Garcia Band songbooks. The group is known for its “shreddy jams” and an all-star rotating lineup of musicians from the jam band scene. For this special show, Marcus will be joined by Bay Area stalwarts Scott Guberman and Anna Elva, stay tuned for the complete lineup! NO OPENER- TWO SETS OF SHRED IS DEAD TO YOUR HEAD!

09/14

Alphabet Soup

The Growlers

Ironstone Amphitheater Shows

09/19

A Flock of Seagulls

Uptown Theatre Napa

As well-known for their bizarrely teased haircuts as their hit single “I Ran (So Far Away),” A Flock of Seagulls were one of the infamous one-hit wonders of the new wave era. Growing out of the synth-heavy and ruthlessly stylish new romantic movement, A Flock of Seagulls were a little too robotic and arrived a little too late to be true new romantics, but their sleek dance-pop was forever indebted to the short-lived movement. The group benefitted considerably from MTV’s heavy rotation of the “I Ran” video in the summer of 1982. Hairdresser Mike Score (lead vocals, keyboards) formed A Flock of Seagulls with his brother Ali (drums) and fellow hairdresser Frank Maudsley (bass) in 1980, adding guitarist Paul Reynolds several months later. The group released its debut EP on Cocteau Records early in 1981, and while the record failed to chart, its lead track, “Telecommunication,” became an underground hit in Euro-disco and new wave clubs. The band signed a…

09/19

Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival ft Laurie Lewis & Nina Gerber, Spencer Krenz Bluegrass Band, Eamon Flynn & Dublinesque, Meggy Travers, and Tim Weed

Old Mill Park

Lily Allen

Chase Center

Following the release of her groundbreaking and critically acclaimed studio album, West End Girl, and overwhelming demand for her upcoming sold-out North American tour next month, Lily Allen continues her remarkable run with the announcement of a major North American arena tour for Fall 2026. The newly announced tour continues a truly career-defining run in her already esteemed career, scaling up to her largest headlining shows to date. The show – Lily Allen Performs West End Girl -will see the singer/songwriter bring her internationally acclaimed album to life on a larger-than-ever stage, performing the record in full, in the order the songs appear to arenas across the U.S. and Canada.

09/23

Boz Scaggs

Lynyrd Skynyrd w/ Foghat and Molly Hatchet

Southern rock icons Lynyrd Skynyrd are set to bring an unforgettable night of classic rock to Ironstone Amphitheatre in Murphys, California on Friday, October 2, 2026. Joining them on the bill will be legendary rock acts Foghat and Molly Hatchet, making this one of the most powerhouse rock lineups of the year.

10/03

My Morning Jacket

Mastodon, Deafheaven, Alcest

Fox Theater Oakland

The Poisonous Weapons Tour: GRAMMY¨ Award-winning band Mastodon have steadily evolved into one of the most influential, inimitable, and iconic rock bands of the modern era. Since emerging in 2000, the Atlanta quartet have defied both sonic and thematic boundaries with an uncategorizable, undeniable, and uncompromising vision unlike anything else in music. This vision manifested over the course of canonical albums such as Leviathan, which landed on Rolling Stone’s coveted The 100 Greatest Metal Albums of All Time. Following the seminal Crack The Skye [named one of the best albums of 2009 by Time], they earned three consecutive Top 10 debuts on the Billboard Top 200 with The Hunter [2011], Once More ‘Round the Sun [2014], and Emperor of Sand [2017]. Out of six career nominations, they received a GRAMMY¨ Award in the category of “Best Metal Performance” for “Sultan’s Curse.”

10/09

Slightly Stoopid w/ The Elovaters, The Hip Abduction, and DENM

Frost Amphitheater

Steep Canyon Rangers arrive at a moment of renewal and reaffirmation with Next Act, their 15th studio album set to be released May 22, 2026. The record represents a conscious tightening of focus: a return to the bluegrass foundations that first bound the band together, approached with the confidence and emotional range earned through years of collective evolution. It is an affirmation that bluegrass still contains endless expressive possibility.

10/16

Vulfpeck, Jackie Evans

Vulfpeck is an American funk group founded in 2011 and based in Los Angeles. The band has released, on their own record label, four EPs, six albums, and a silent album on Spotify entitled ‘Sleepify’, royalties from which funded Vulfpeck’s admission-free tour in 2014. Fiercely independent, in 2019 Vulfpeck became among the first known groups to sell out New York’s Madison Square Garden without the help of a manager or label. The band’s most recent album, Schvitz, was released in December 2022.

10/18

The Wallflowers

A band whose sound walked a tightrope between the rootsy and accessible end of alternative rock and the straightforward, arena-friendly sound of acts like Tom Petty and Bruce Springsteen, the Wallflowers are the brainchild of guitarist, songwriter, and vocalist Jakob Dylan. While he was initially best known for being the son of iconic singer/songwriter Bob Dylan, the Wallflowers made it clear that he had a sound and creative voice all his own.

10/24

Super Diamond

An uncanny tribute to beloved master singer/songwriter/performer, American pop icon Neil Diamond — Super Diamond has appeared on The Late Show with David Letterman, CNN, VH1, Fox News, and Comedy Central, and has been featured in publications such as Rolling Stone Magazine, The New York Times, and the San Francisco Chronicle.

10/24

Boney James and Lalah Hathaway

Meritage Resort Napa

Blue Note Napa Summer Sessions: The Meritage Resort and Spa at 850 Bordeaux Way Napa -Boney James (born James Oppenheim September 1, 1961) is an American saxophonist, recording artist, songwriter and record producer. He is a four-time Grammy Award nominee (Best Pop Instrumental Album, 2001, 2004, 2014 and Best Traditional R&B Performance, 2009) and a Soul Train Award winner (Best Jazz Album 1998). He has also received three NAACP Image Award nominations for Best Jazz Album. + Eulaulah Donyll “Lalah” Hathaway (born December 16, 1968) is an American singer-songwriter and music producer. Credited as the “First Daughter of Soul”, she is the first-born daughter of musician and soul singer Donny Hathaway.

10/28

Gorillaz ft Little Simz and Deltron 3030

Oakland Arena

The Mountain Tour: Alternative rock, electronic, trip hop art pop, hip-hop Gorillaz are an English virtual band created by musician Damon Albarn and artist Jamie Hewlett in 1998. The band primarily consists of four fictional members: 2-D (vocals, keyboards, melodica), Murdoc Niccals (bass guitar), Noodle (guitar, keyboards, backup vocals) and Russel Hobbs (drums). Their universe is presented in media such as music videos, interviews, comic strips and short cartoons. Gorillaz’s music has featured collaborations with a wide range of musicians and featured artists, with Albarn as the only permanent musical contributor.

11/11

The Damned

Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts

Following their formation in 1976, The Damned remain one of the most groundbreaking bands coming out of the 70s British punk rock scene. With 11 studio albums and several UK chart singles, the band are pioneers who rose from London to earn an ever-expanding global fan base fueled by legendary live shows. Their dark lyrics and David Vanian’s rich baritone vocals also catapulted The Damned to the forefront of the Goth-Rock genre.

11/29

Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox

Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox transforms modern hits into vintage-inspired jazz, swing, soul, and Motown showstoppers, turning a concept that began in 2011 as a quirky YouTube experiment into a global live phenomenon. Founded by pianist Scott Bradlee, PMJ has captivated millions with inventive reimaginings of songs by artists from Lady Gaga to Radiohead, delivered by a rotating cast of world-class musicians and vocalists in a glamorous, high-energy production packed with nostalgia, humor, and old-school showbiz flair that’s best experienced live

12/16

Pokey LaFarge w/ Cicada Rhythm

Bimbo's 365 Club

Another Planet presents: For two decades, Pokey LaFarge has walked his own effortlessly cool road as an exceptionally iconoclastic troubadour – forthright, genuine, and markedly keen to put it all out there. Rent Money now sees him pushing forward yet again in what can be safely declared his finest collection to date, both as an heartfelt expression of personal experience and as no-nonsense social commentary. With its twanging guitars, plucky rhythms, and undeniably captivating melodies, the album soars and swings, its joyous refrains belying the inescapable undercurrent of constant worry and angst that permeates these troubled times. As always, the Illinois native deftly traverses the genre boundaries, seamlessly integrating the myriad strains of 20th-century American music with a freewheeling command of earnest songcraft, inspired performance, and subversive creativity. Rent Money stands tall as an indisputable high-water mark for Pokey LaFarge – a defining collection from a one-of-a-kind artist of rare ingenuity and uncommon candor, now as ever, determinedly crafting a…

02/09

Rhiannon Giddens