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03 December 2025

BISS List 12.3.25 Spotlight on Watermelon Funk (12.12) + The Best of BISS This Week

Happy Giving Tuesday, BISS Listers. 💜 I know we are landing a day late, but the spirit is the same. This is the season of showing up for the things that matter, and this community has always been built on people who give. If you believe in what the BISS List does for local music and the artists we support, this is a perfect moment to partner with us and help keep it going with... Read More

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12/11

The Bouncing Souls w/ H2O, Dave Hause & the Mermaid, The Mercy Union

The UC Theatre
Join us for an unforgettable night as The Bouncing Souls take over our stage at The UC Theatre on their EAST COAST! F#CK YOU! TOUR. Accompanied by special guests H2O, Dave Hause & The Mermaid, and The Mercy Union. Their timeless beats and incredible stage precense make this show one you don’t want to miss! The Bouncing Souls are something of a punk rock institution. The band have been consistently churningout their beloved brand of anthemic punk since 1989, and have earned an intensely loyal fanbase withtireless touring and anunrelenting love of making music. As the band approached the creation of theirtenth full length, they sought to make a record that captured the spirit of their earlier work, whileincorporating who they are today. That record is Simplicity and its 13 tracks of undeniably infectiouspunk rock prove that The Bouncing Souls have a lot more to say.
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12/11

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-
12/11

Young Gun Silver Fox w/ The Heeters

Cornerstone Berkeley
British-American duo Young Gun Silver Fox bring their smooth blend of yacht soul, funk, and West Coast pop to Berkeley. Expect lush harmonies and golden-era grooves from Andy Platts (Mamas Gun) and Shawn Lee, with Bay Area rock-funk outfit The Heeters kicking things off.
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12/11

Couch

The Fillmore
Couch is a seven-member Boston-based band that combines pop, funk, rock, R&B, and soul into their music. The BIG TALK Tour is their 2025-2026 international headline tour in support of their debut full-length album, Big Talk
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12/11

Stu Allen & Mars Hotel

Ashkenaz
A tradition started back in the 20th century, Ashkenaz’s Grateful Dead Night is always evolving. Led by acclaimed guitarist-singer Allen (of Phil Lesh & Friends, Melvin Seals & JGB, Ghosts of Electricity),
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12/11

Rose City Band

The New Parish
(((folkYEAH!))) Presents; Rose City Band is a psychedelic country jam band from Portland, Oregon, formed by Ripley Johnson, the frontman of Wooden Shjips and Moon Duo. The group’s sound is often described as a more mellow, blissed-out version of Wooden Shjips’s psychedelic rock, featuring warm guitar lines and motorik rhythms
12/11

Robert Glasper (7:30 & 9:30pm)

Yoshi's Oakland
Jazz pianis Robert Glasper is the leader of a new sonic paradigm with a career that bridges musical and artistic genres. To date, he boasts 5 Grammy wins and 12 nominations across 11 categories, an Emmy Award for his song for Ava Duvernay’s critically hailed documentary “13th” with Common and Karriem Riggins, and a Peabody Award for his Composition of “Mr. Soul!”. His work and accolades bridge all aspects of the music business, from live touring to film scoring, composing, and producing. Evolution is his hallmark. Glasper’s breakout crossover album Black Radio changed the face of the genre and set a new expectation for what popular music could be.
12/11

Playing The Dead : 1 Year Anniversary of Grateful Thursdays on Haight!

O'Reilly's Pub
A special night on Haight Street as Playing The Dead celebrates their 1-Year Anniversary Show at O’Reilly’s! Honoring a year of groovin’, jamin’, and keeping the Grateful Dead spirit alive, this milestone concert promises deep jams, classic tunes, and that unmistakable Deadhead energy—all in the heart of San Francisco. The band will have some extra special guests joining them, so you don’t want to miss this special holiday show!
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12/11

Robby D & The EFG’s (No Cover)

Boom Boom Room
Robby D and the EFG’s are a Bay Area rock and roll band, playing an original and invigorating mix of high-energy dance songs and scandalous slow jams.
12/11

Jesse Brewster & Friends

Sweetwater Music Hall
2nd Annual Jesse Brewster & Friends Celebration A cast of 20+ local and touring musicians will take the stage in different pairings throughout the evening. – Jesse Brewster-celebrated for his work with Jesse Brewster Band, Illeagles, 3 Star General, Tha Building and more This year’s event is a fundraiser benefitting the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank. Jesse has partnered with the organization to help feed families during the holiday season. Donations can also be made in person at the event.
12/11

Russell Hall with Broadway Jazz Starlet Georgia Heers

Black Cat
Black Cat proudly presents bassist, bandleader, and unstoppable force Russell Hall—a magnetic performer who brings the party with him everywhere he goes.
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12/12

Pete Escovedo 90th Birthday Celebration ft Juan and Peter Michael Escovedo (6:30 & 9pm)

Blue Note Napa
Legendary Percussionist Pete Escovedo is an artist who broke down the barriers between Smooth Jazz, Salsa, Latin Jazz and contemporary music. His name has been synonymous in the music industry for more than 50 years. Pete is known worldwide for his live performances, session work and solo albums.
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12/12

Kehoe Intl’ + Modern Monsters + Alvie & The Breakfast Pigs

Ivy Room
From the mind of guitarist and songwriter Bryan Kehoe (M.I.R.V., Les Claypool’s Duo de Twang), Kehoe International delivers a wild blend of garage-twang, punk grit, and rock bombast. Expect a night of inventive riffs, offbeat humor, and high-octane jams from one of the Bay’s most beloved guitar eccentrics.
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12/12

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 learn new ways to move for better mobility, flow, and stamina.
12/12

Stu Allen & Mars Hotel

Ashkenaz
A tradition started back in the 20th century, Ashkenaz’s Grateful Dead Night is always evolving. Led by acclaimed guitarist-singer Allen (of Phil Lesh & Friends, Melvin Seals & JGB, Ghosts of Electricity),
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12/12

Broken Compass Bluegrass

Crazy Horse Nevada City
Right behind puppies and beautiful sunsets, Broken Compass Bluegrass has quickly become the most unanimous musical sensation in the country. We take pride in our homegrown heroes, but we are increasingly having to embrace sharing them with the world. BCB’s meteoric rise is leaving a trail of stardust in its wake. Their last performance here at the Crazy Horse represented a milestone leap for the band and they haven’t looked back since. When they play festivals like High Sierra, Whale Rock and Camp Deep End, as they have this year, they don’t merely “make fans.” They stir people to their core, establishing diehard loyalty
12/12

Robert Glasper (7:30 & 9:30pm)

Yoshi's Oakland
Jazz pianis Robert Glasper is the leader of a new sonic paradigm with a career that bridges musical and artistic genres. To date, he boasts 5 Grammy wins and 12 nominations across 11 categories, an Emmy Award for his song for Ava Duvernay’s critically hailed documentary “13th” with Common and Karriem Riggins, and a Peabody Award for his Composition of “Mr. Soul!”. His work and accolades bridge all aspects of the music business, from live touring to film scoring, composing, and producing. Evolution is his hallmark. Glasper’s breakout crossover album Black Radio changed the face of the genre and set a new expectation for what popular music could be.
12/12

The Unauthorized Rolling Stones ft Rudy Colombini

Rancho Nicasio
The Unauthorized Rolling Stones look like the original, strut like the original and rock like the original! Formed by Rudy Colombini who embodies Mick, he has created a true phenomenon with Dave Garcia as Keith Richards, Mark Banning as Ron Wood and Kenny Crampton as Bill Wyman.
12/12

Watermelon Funk (ft mbrs of Kingfish, P-Funk, Fishbone+)

Boom Boom Room
Watermelon Funk is a genre-defying collective led by Grammy-nominated musician and producer Deshawn “Dvibes” Alexander, keys player for Christone “Kingfish” Ingram. The band blends deep funk, soul, jazz, and hip-hop into an electrifying experience that moves both spirit and body. Featuring an all-star lineup of funk royalty and rising innovators: Starchild Jr. – (aka Garrett Shider), son of P-Funk legend Garry Shider, ~ Guitar and Vocals | Benzel Baltimore – (Benjamin Cowan), powerhouse drummer for George Clinton and P-Funk ~ Drums | Kevin Goins – brother of Glenn Goins and former frontman of Quazar and P-Theory, ~ Vocals | Norwood Fisher – Original member of Fishbone ~ Bass | Bobby Vega – Etta James ~ Bass | Brittney Beckett ~ Vocals | Bryce “B Quiz” Quinn ~ Guitar.
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12/13

Molly Tuttle, Kaitlin Butts, Meels

The Fillmore
The Highway Knows Tour: Molly Rose Tuttle (born January 14, 1993) is an American vocalist, songwriter, guitarist, banjo player, recording artist, and teacher in the bluegrass tradition. She is noted for her flatpicking, clawhammer, and crosspicking guitar prowess.
12/13

Pete Escovedo 90th Birthday Celebration ft Juan and Peter Michael Escovedo (6:30 & 9pm)

Blue Note Napa
Legendary Percussionist Pete Escovedo is an artist who broke down the barriers between Smooth Jazz, Salsa, Latin Jazz and contemporary music. His name has been synonymous in the music industry for more than 50 years. Pete is known worldwide for his live performances, session work and solo albums.
12/13

The Great Dickens Christmas Fair & Victorian Holiday Party!

Cow Palace
For 5 weekends only November 22 through December 21, Saturdays, Sundays, and the Friday after Thanksgiving, the historic Cow Palace in Daly City transforms into the bustling streets and lively stages of Charles Dickens’ Victorian London, celebrating 41 delightful seasons! The Great Dickens Christmas Fair & Victorian Holiday Party takes visitors on a deeply immersive adventure through the theaters, pubs, and dance halls of Victorian London.
12/13

T Sisters

Felton Music Hall
The T Sisters are a genuine sister group based in the creative hub of Oakland, California. The group is made up of Rachel and Chloe Tietjen, twins, and their older sister Erika. Distinguished by close harmonies, catchy melodies and potent lyricism, the T Sisters’ sound represents a continuum of music: from roots to pop influences, moments of stunning a cappella to swells of groovy indie folk. The sisters’ contemporary yet classic sound invites a range of likenesses, from the Pointer Sisters and the Everly Brothers to modern family bands like the Avett Brothers and First Aid Kit.
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12/13

Broken Compass Bluegrass

Crazy Horse Nevada City
Right behind puppies and beautiful sunsets, Broken Compass Bluegrass has quickly become the most unanimous musical sensation in the country. We take pride in our homegrown heroes, but we are increasingly having to embrace sharing them with the world. BCB’s meteoric rise is leaving a trail of stardust in its wake. Their last performance here at the Crazy Horse represented a milestone leap for the band and they haven’t looked back since. When they play festivals like High Sierra, Whale Rock and Camp Deep End, as they have this year, they don’t merely “make fans.” They stir people to their core, establishing diehard loyalty
12/13

Robert Glasper (7:30 & 9:30pm)

Yoshi's Oakland
Jazz pianis Robert Glasper is the leader of a new sonic paradigm with a career that bridges musical and artistic genres. To date, he boasts 5 Grammy wins and 12 nominations across 11 categories, an Emmy Award for his song for Ava Duvernay’s critically hailed documentary “13th” with Common and Karriem Riggins, and a Peabody Award for his Composition of “Mr. Soul!”. His work and accolades bridge all aspects of the music business, from live touring to film scoring, composing, and producing. Evolution is his hallmark. Glasper’s breakout crossover album Black Radio changed the face of the genre and set a new expectation for what popular music could be.
12/13

Roy Rogers & The Delta Rhythm Kings

HopMonk Tavern Sebastopol
KC Turner Presents: Virtuoso slide blues guitarist and Grammy nominated producer and recording artist Roy Rogers released his 12th solo album Into the Wild Blue in 2015. Into The Blue Wild wails, squawks, stomps and boogies with blues authenticity. Rogers is no purist. Years of working with the likes of John Lee Hooker, Bonnie Raitt, Carlos Santana, Sammy Hagar and Steve Miller have leavened his love of blues, but with a wide-ranging pop musicality.
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12/13

Willie Nelson Night hosted by Stu Allen

Rancho Nicasio
WILLIE NELSON NIGHT HOSTED BY STU ALLEN Stu Allen and The Dancing Bay Ponies celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Red Headed Stranger.
12/13

Ladies Night W/ Topaz and DJ Juan Lo (Ladies in Free)

Boom Boom Room
Texas Disco Party Lands in San Francisco! __ __ AUSTIN’S HOTTEST DISCO NIGHT TAKES OVER THE BOOM BOOM ROOM — EVERY 2ND SATURDAY! SAN FRANCISCO, CA — Get ready to glitter, groove, and get down! Austin’s legendary Texas Disco Party is bringing the heat to the Bay Area — landing at The Boom Boom Room every 2nd Saturday, starting December 13th! After six dazzling years of sold-out nights in Austin, the party that celebrates diversity, freedom, and the original spirit of disco is now setting San Francisco’s dance floors on fire. DJ Juan Lo and Topaz — two of Texas’ funkiest selectors — will be spinning pure disco gold all night long. Think Studio 54 vibes with a Texas twist. DISCO HOMBRES: $15 LADIES: ALWAYS FREE — No Cover Ever!
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12/13

The Official Santa Con SF Bar Crawl

Brick & Mortar Music Hall
Welcome to San Francisco SantaCon 2025, the ultimate holiday celebration! This year, thousands of Santas, elves, and holiday enthusiasts from all over the city will gather for an unforgettable event. Join us in the lively Mission District, where the official SantaCon pub crawl will feature some of San Francisco’s best bars and venues.
12/14

The Great Dickens Christmas Fair & Victorian Holiday Party!

Cow Palace
For 5 weekends only November 22 through December 21, Saturdays, Sundays, and the Friday after Thanksgiving, the historic Cow Palace in Daly City transforms into the bustling streets and lively stages of Charles Dickens’ Victorian London, celebrating 41 delightful seasons! The Great Dickens Christmas Fair & Victorian Holiday Party takes visitors on a deeply immersive adventure through the theaters, pubs, and dance halls of Victorian London.
12/14

The Dillinger Escape Plan w/ Cynic, Brunel

The Regency Ballroom
The Dillinger Escape Plan story begins eleven years ago in suburban, Northern New Jersey when Weinman, Pennie, Minikakis, Doll and Fulton got together to play the music they wanted to hear. An old cliche, yes, but the sounds racing and raging through the heads of these five was unlike anything metal or hardcore had heard previous and instead of settling for an approximation of what they were hearing internally, DEP pushed themselves to the limit, ensuring they played what they envisioned
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12/14

The Heeters (ft mbrs of The California Honeydrops)

Moe's Alley
Bay Area soul supergroup The Heeters, featuring members of The California Honeydrops! Soul, R&B and Funk from the Bay Area, California. Deep grooves, tight three-part harmonies, and songs that will uplift your spirit. The Heeters is comprised of Tom Quell (vocals/guitar) and three members of The California Honeydrops (Lorenzo Loera on keys, Miles Blackwell on bass and Beaumont Beaullieu on drums). Lorenzo and Tom co-write the songs, which have that classic soul sound & those catchy hooks-
12/14

Robert Glasper (7 & 9pm)

Yoshi's Oakland
Jazz pianis Robert Glasper is the leader of a new sonic paradigm with a career that bridges musical and artistic genres. To date, he boasts 5 Grammy wins and 12 nominations across 11 categories, an Emmy Award for his song for Ava Duvernay’s critically hailed documentary “13th” with Common and Karriem Riggins, and a Peabody Award for his Composition of “Mr. Soul!”. His work and accolades bridge all aspects of the music business, from live touring to film scoring, composing, and producing. Evolution is his hallmark. Glasper’s breakout crossover album Black Radio changed the face of the genre and set a new expectation for what popular music could be.
12/14

Martin Luther McCoy: The Funk That Stole Christmas (3 & 6:30pm)

Blue Note Napa
Back at Blue Note Napa for The Funk That Stole Christmas is Martin and his electric band. He is perhaps best known for his breakout role as a Jimi Hendrix-inspired character in the acclaimed film Across the Universe (Sony/Columbia) directed by Julie Taymor. Versatile and genre-defying, Luther’s show will reimagine a portion of holiday classics but ultimately brings the funk and heavy jams to keep audience members swaying and singing along in their seats. Joining Martin are the members of Graham Central Station, Brian Braziel, Wilton Rabb and Dave Council.
12/16

SunSquabi

Lost On Main Chico
It doesn’t get any better than when Sunsquabi comes to Chico…. This is a one-of-a-kind show NOT TO MISS. Music has the power to move us–physically, emotionally, and spiritually. For SunSquabi, that power lives in the unspoken language they share on stage and in the studio. With millions of streams and high-energy performances at venues like Red Rocks Amphitheatre, they’ve carved out a space where electronic production, jam-band freedom, and funk-rooted grooves collide.
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12/17

4 Non Blondes

Great American Music Hall
4 Non Blondes are an American rock band from San Francisco, active from 1989 to 1994. Their debut album, Bigger, Better, Faster, More!, spent 59 weeks on the Billboard 200 and sold 1.5 million copies between 1992 and 1994. They hit the charts in 1993 with the release of the album’s second single, “What’s Up?
12/17

Merry Mex-mas 2025 ft El Vez & The Centuries, Duderella

Moe's Alley
EL VEZ & THE CENTURIES The Olde Man of the South,does the Olde Man of the North once again..with El Vez & the Centuries, Merry MEX-mas 2025. El Vez the Mexican Elvis, established in 1988 has toured around the world, has opened for Bowie, Kiss & even Bob Dylan. He has been a question on Jeopardy, been on Oprah, The Tonight show & has had his gold lame Mariachi suit displayed at the Smithsonian Institute in Washington D.C. El Vez has been touring his costuming changing Holiday themed Christmas Espectaculo since 1995.
12/17

ZHENIIA

Black Cat
Join us for the live performance of Leela Paymai (ZHENIIA) at Black Cat Jazz Supper Club.
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12/17

Fuzz Collective

Brick & Mortar Music Hall
Fuzz Collective is based in San Francisco and has been around since the turn of the century. The band recorded its first album which was produced by Eddie Roberts of the New Mastersounds
12/18

Death Angel

The Fillmore
The 10th Annual Another DEATH ANGEL X-Mas Show 2025
12/18

Monophonics

Almost Famous Wine Company
The psychedelic soul group that has become a global and streaming phenomenon, hailed by NPR and the BBC, and selling out shows worldwide.
12/18

4 Non Blondes

Great American Music Hall
4 Non Blondes are an American rock band from San Francisco, active from 1989 to 1994. Their debut album, Bigger, Better, Faster, More!, spent 59 weeks on the Billboard 200 and sold 1.5 million copies between 1992 and 1994. They hit the charts in 1993 with the release of the album’s second single, “What’s Up?
12/18

A Very Special Evening with Smokey Robinson

The Guild Theatre
Acclaimed singer-songwriter Smokey Robinson’s career spans over four decades of hits. He has received numerous awards, including the GRAMMY Living Legend Award, NARAS Lifetime Achievement Award, Honorary Doctorate (Howard University), Kennedy Center Honors, and the National Medal of Arts Award from the President of the United States. He has also been inducted into the Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters’ Hall of Fame. Born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, Robinson founded The Miracles while still in high school. The group was Berry Gordy’s first vocal group, and it was at Robinson’s suggestion that Gordy started the Motown Record dynasty.
12/18

ORGONE w/ Smoked Out Soul

The Independent
With a signature sound signified by lockstep rhythms & a deep grasp of soul and funk, Orgone has built a reputation over the past 2 decades as being one of the tightest, fiercest live bands in the country & a top notch crew in the studio. Fresh off of doubling as the studio band for discodelic-sensation Say She She and circling the globe as the liveband for their wildly successful world SSS tour, Orgone is back in California.
12/18

Roni Kaspi Trio

Black Cat
Join us for the live performance of Roni Kaspi Trio at Black Cat Jazz Supper Club.
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12/19

Death Angel

The Fillmore
The 10th Annual Another DEATH ANGEL X-Mas Show 2025
12/19

Tony Glaser and The Party + Space Heater

Ivy Room
Winter Williams Presents feel good funk with Tony Glaser and The Party and Space Heater on Friday, December 19th at the Ivy Room in Albany, CA. Whether you’re looking for a joyful outing with friends & family or a solo adventure, this is it. All Quality Vibes welcome!
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12/19

Terrapin Family Band Holiday Show

Sweetwater Music Hall
Don’t miss this holiday celebration with the Terrapin Family Band!
12/19

The Mother Hips: Hipmas Annual Holiday Show – 30th Anniversary of ‘Part-Timer Goes Full’

Great American Music Hall
30th Anniversary of ‘Part-Timer Goes Full’ 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,
12/19

Merry Mex-mas 2025 ft El Vez & The Centuries, Duderella

Bottom of the Hill
post-modern Rock & Roll, rockabilly, latin rock El Vez & The Centuries -from Los Angeles, CA -Although musician/ performance artist Robert Lopez got his start playing in noted LA punk bands The Zeros and Catholic Discipline, it wasn’t long before he started performing as a character that would bring him notoriety for much of the rest of his life – El Vez, The Mexican Elvis. One part parody, one part tribute, and one part commentary about the Mexican-American experience; Lopez has brought levity, as well as darker insights, over the course of more than a dozen albums studded with unconventional Elvis covers like “En El Barrio” (“In The Ghetto”) and “Immigration Time” (“Suspicious Minds”) that are as likely to borrow licks from The King, as they are Public Image Limited, Iggy Pop, Kim Wilde, or The Jam. In what is nearly a holiday tradition, December finds Lopez again kicking off El Vez’s Mex-Mas tour where he, his band, and his…
12/19

ORGONE

Moe's Alley
Orgone is a pillar of West Coast soul music, maintaining an unmissable touring presence for more than a decade. The group’s arresting intensity, impeccable playing style, and undeniable, irresistible chemistry have earned them the reputation as one of the tightest bands of the modern era. Fresh off of doubling as the studio band for discodelic sensation Say She She and circling the globe as the live band for their wildly successful world tour, Orgone is back in California and coming in hot with Chimera, a fire-breathing spectacle of psychedelic Afro-soul.
12/19

Con Funk Shun (8 & 10pm)

Yoshi's Oakland
Bay Area’s Legends of Funk & Soul 5th Annual Home for the Holidays Reunion: All Aboard the LOVE TRAIN: A Holiday Reunion Celebration of Funk & Soul with CONFUNKSHUN. This season, let the groove guide you home as Bay Area funk icons CONFUNKSHUN return to Yoshi’s Oakland for their 5th annual Home for the Holidays celebration. It’s more than a concert–it’s a soulful reunion gift wrapped in rhythm, nostalgia, and pure holiday joy. From timeless hits to festive bangers off their 2024 album Home for Xmas, plus an exclusive sneak peek at unreleased songs from their upcoming project Smooth Jukebox, this night is built for dancing, reminiscing, and vibing out with the ones you know & love.
12/19

Dgiin

HopMonk Tavern Sebastopol
Twice voted “North Bay’s Best Band, Dgiin was let out of the bottle back in 2001 by Mimi and Gabe – musical sibs from France. Out came music, and everybody started dancing. TOUT DE SUITE! They called all their musical friends and before you could count un, deux, trois, Dgiin was a band playing to dancing crowds all around the Bay.
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12/19

Corey Harris & Cedric Watson: True Blues

Freight & Salvage
Blues: Hosted by Corey Harris, a MacArthur Grant recipient, and featuring renowned Creole/Blues musician Cedric Watson, True Blues chronicles the extraordinary living culture of the blues in an evening of music and conversation. In bringing the True Blues film to the concert stage, the True Blues concert vividly brings to life this crucial wellspring of American music. Corey Harris was featured in Martin Scorsese’s “The Blues: A Musical Journey,” which followed Corey on a roots journey to West Africa. Cedric has an apparently bottomless repertoire of songs at his fingertips and plays everything from forgotten Creole melodies and obscure Dennis McGee reels to more modern Cajun and Zydeco songs.
12/19

Sister Nancy, Fake Fruit

The Chapel
(((folkYEAH!))) Presents; Sister Nancy, aka Muma Nancy, real name Ophlin Russell-Myers, (born Ophlin Russell, 2 January 1962, Kingston, Jamaica) is a dancehall DJ and singer. She is known to the world as the first female dancehall DJ and was described as being a “dominating female voice for over two decades” on the dancehall scene. One of her most famous songs is “Bam Bam,” labeled as a “well-known reggae anthem” by BBC and a “classic” by The Observer.
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12/19

Marmot King’s Game Night: Holiday Edition!

Manny's Cafe
Let’s cap off a great year with friends, drinks and, games. This one’s a cozy, nerdy, slightly-chaotic night of merriment, and by popular demand we’re going late so there’s plenty of time to play, hang, and squeeze in “just one more round.” Add a little holiday or nerd flair to your outfit if you want: ugly (or awesome) holiday sweaters, cosplay touches, D&D vibes, fandom tees, jingly hats, sparkly accessories, festive socks–whatever makes you smile. Expect a welcoming, low-pressure space with a mix of light, silly games and deeper strategy favorites, drinks flowing from Manny’s Cafe, and the Marmot King floating around teaching games and causing trouble. Bring a favorite game or jump into any table; newbies are absolutely welcome. Grab your ticket and save your seat at the table.
12/20

The Great Dickens Christmas Fair & Victorian Holiday Party!

Cow Palace
For 5 weekends only November 22 through December 21, Saturdays, Sundays, and the Friday after Thanksgiving, the historic Cow Palace in Daly City transforms into the bustling streets and lively stages of Charles Dickens’ Victorian London, celebrating 41 delightful seasons! The Great Dickens Christmas Fair & Victorian Holiday Party takes visitors on a deeply immersive adventure through the theaters, pubs, and dance halls of Victorian London.
12/20

The Mother Hips: Hipmas Annual Holiday Show w/ Elliott Peck Band

Great American Music Hall
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,
12/20

Terrapin Winterfest: The Terrapin Family Band

The Guild Theatre
The Terrapin Family Band returns to the Guild Theatre as part of Terrapin Winterfest! Featuring Grahame Lesh, Ross James, Alex Koford, and Jason Crosby, the Family Band carries on the Terrapin tradition of joy, community, and musical exploration. About the Terrapin Family Band: Using the Grateful Dead songbook as a springboard for reinterpretation and as inspiration to create original material, the musicians in the Terrapin Family Band are inspired as much by one another as they were by the diverse group of influences that they brought to the table. As a result, the music conveys friendship, respect, warmth, spontaneous conversation and companionship for listeners and performers alike.
12/20

Con Funk Shun (7:30 & 9:30pm)

Yoshi's Oakland
Bay Area’s Legends of Funk & Soul 5th Annual Home for the Holidays Reunion: All Aboard the LOVE TRAIN: A Holiday Reunion Celebration of Funk & Soul with CONFUNKSHUN. This season, let the groove guide you home as Bay Area funk icons CONFUNKSHUN return to Yoshi’s Oakland for their 5th annual Home for the Holidays celebration. It’s more than a concert–it’s a soulful reunion gift wrapped in rhythm, nostalgia, and pure holiday joy. From timeless hits to festive bangers off their 2024 album Home for Xmas, plus an exclusive sneak peek at unreleased songs from their upcoming project Smooth Jukebox, this night is built for dancing, reminiscing, and vibing out with the ones you know & love.
12/20

RonKat Spearman’s KATDELIC w/ DJ K-OS

Boom Boom Room
* KATDELIC ** (” PRINCE meets PARLIAMENT FUNKADELIC then multiply it by 1000x”) * DJ K-OS (“the legendary cosmic funk disco Master DJ of Digital Underground”) Grammy Award Winner and P-FUNK ALLSTAR and his 8 PIECE Band (with DANCERS), along with the skills of Digital Underground’s DJ K-OS, Ronkat’s KATDELIC , Live electrifying hybrid of Funk, Soul, EDM, Hip Hop, Jazz Indie-POP and Rock guaranteed to “Make ‘Em Dance.” RonKat is a Grammy nominated/song writer of the year WINNER. He was a vocalist/musician with George Clinton and Parliament Funkadelic from 2000 to 2010
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12/20

A John Prine Christmas w/ Jenner Fox Band

Freight & Salvage
Folk: We are proud to present A John Prine Christmas – a night of your favorite songs featuring folk troubadour and Prine scholar, Jenner Fox, with his all-star band. The evening will weave together Prine’s classic hits, his holiday themed songs, stories, and lots of singing along. Come prepared to laugh and cry and ho ho ho your way through celebrating a true American original. Jenner Fox Band The Bellingham, WA based band features musicians from Polecat, Gregory Alan Isakov, Noah Gunderson, and Petty or Not.
12/21

The Allman Betts Family Revival

The Fillmore
The Allman Betts Family Revival returns to The Fillmore for its annual tour celebrating Gregg Allman’s birthday and the enduring legacy of the Allman Brothers Band. Led by Devon Allman and Duane Betts, the show brings together family, friends, and special guests for a night of soulful Southern rock, blues, and jam classics.
12/21

The Great Dickens Christmas Fair & Victorian Holiday Party!

Cow Palace
For 5 weekends only November 22 through December 21, Saturdays, Sundays, and the Friday after Thanksgiving, the historic Cow Palace in Daly City transforms into the bustling streets and lively stages of Charles Dickens’ Victorian London, celebrating 41 delightful seasons! The Great Dickens Christmas Fair & Victorian Holiday Party takes visitors on a deeply immersive adventure through the theaters, pubs, and dance halls of Victorian London.
12/21

A Holiday Tribute to Vince Guaraldi’s A Charlie Brown Christmas ft Jason Crosby (Afternoon Show)

Sweetwater Music Hall
Celebrate the season with multi-instrumentalist Jason Crosby and friends as they bring Vince Guaraldi’s beloved A Charlie Brown Christmas soundtrack to life. This family-friendly show captures the timeless spirit of the Peanuts holiday classic with live jazz interpretations of favorites like “Linus and Lucy” and “Christmas Time Is Here.”
12/21

A Holiday Tribute to Vince Guaraldi’s A Charlie Brown Christmas ft Jason Crosby

Sweetwater Music Hall
Celebrate the season with multi-instrumentalist Jason Crosby and friends as they bring Vince Guaraldi’s beloved A Charlie Brown Christmas soundtrack to life. This family-friendly show captures the timeless spirit of the Peanuts holiday classic with live jazz interpretations of favorites like “Linus and Lucy” and “Christmas Time Is Here.”
12/21

The Mother Hips: Hipmas Annual Holiday Show – Acoustic Matinee w/ AJ Lee & Jan Purat

Great American Music Hall
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,
12/21

Terrapin Winterfest: The Terrapin Family Band

The Guild Theatre
The Terrapin All-Stars take the Guild stage to recreate one of the Grateful Dead’s most legendary concerts: The Closing of Winterland, 12/31/78. This special lineup features: Grahame Lesh (on bass), Stu Allen, Scott Guberman, Sunshine (Garcia) Becker, Sean Nelson, and Alex Koford – plus more to be announced soon. Don’t miss this powerhouse ensemble honoring a historic night of music! About ‘The Closing of Winterland’: On December 31, 1978, the Grateful Dead said goodbye to San Francisco’s Winterland Ballroom with one of the most legendary concerts in their storied history. The marathon performance stretched past midnight into the early hours of New Year’s Day, a joyful farewell to a beloved venue that had hosted countless nights of music and community.
12/21

Con Funk Shun (7 & 9pm)

Yoshi's Oakland
Bay Area’s Legends of Funk & Soul 5th Annual Home for the Holidays Reunion: All Aboard the LOVE TRAIN: A Holiday Reunion Celebration of Funk & Soul with CONFUNKSHUN. This season, let the groove guide you home as Bay Area funk icons CONFUNKSHUN return to Yoshi’s Oakland for their 5th annual Home for the Holidays celebration. It’s more than a concert–it’s a soulful reunion gift wrapped in rhythm, nostalgia, and pure holiday joy. From timeless hits to festive bangers off their 2024 album Home for Xmas, plus an exclusive sneak peek at unreleased songs from their upcoming project Smooth Jukebox, this night is built for dancing, reminiscing, and vibing out with the ones you know & love.
12/21

Elvin Bishop’s Big Fun Trio: An Intimate Holiday Show

Club Fox Redwood City
Club Fox welcomes Elvin Bishop’s Big Fun Trio! “Good-time music guaranteed to put a smile on your face.” “Fabulous good-time romps…The pleasure is infectious.” -Blues & Rhythm”Seriously played good-time music guaranteed to put a smile on your face” – Chicago Tribune Deceptively loose but always tight…the raspy chuckle in Bishop’s singing and the sharp sting of his guitar are forceful and fresh, enduring and fun.” -Fresh Air, NPR I love these guys; Bob and Willy are great musicians
12/21

Bella Rayne Band (Allman Betts AfterParty) w/ Joe Marcineck+

Boom Boom Room
Allman Betts Family Revival After Party Show hosted by Bella Rayne ft. Bella Rayne Band and Joe Marcinek plus special star guests after the Fillmore lets out. BELLA RAYNE BAND At just 18, guitarist Bella Rayne is making waves with her soulful playing and captivating stage presence that landed her a spot on stage with the Allman Betts Family Revival. Immediately following her ABFR performance at the Fillmore on 12/21, Bella will keep the night alive by hosting the official after-party at the Boom Boom Room.
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12/21

Barbara Higbie and Friends Winter Solstice Celebration ft Vicki Randle, Mia Pixley, Kofy Brown, Michaelle Goerlitz & Jasper Manning

Freight & Salvage
NEW AGE/ LIVESTREAM AVAILABLE: Legends of the Freight Series: This show is part of an ongoing series honoring artists who have contributed to the Freight’s legacy and history over many decades. Celebrate the season with the Annual Winter Solstice Concert by longtime Windham Hill recording artist, Barbara Higbie. Joined by her brilliant musical friends; guitarist, Vicki Randle, percussionist, Michaelle Goerlitz, cellist, Mia Pixley, bassist, Kofy Brown and mandolin prodigy, Jasper Manning, Barbara performs selections from the multi-platinum selling Windham Hill Winter Solstice series and her new Chillogy series. It is a warm, joyful and inclusive holiday tradition made new each year.
12/22

Tom Constanten Benefit w/ Scott Guberman and Friends (Reed Mathis, David Gans, Sam Whitman, John Hanrahan)

O'Reilly's Pub
Come join us for a night of amazing music at oreillys pub! Scott Guberman and friends will be performing alongside a special guest to benefit Tom Constanten. It’s going to be a night to remember, filled with great tunes and good vibes. Don’t miss out on this fantastic event!
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12/22

Steal Your Monday: Todd Bugbee’s Dead Roses

Winter's Tavern
Dead Roses: Bay Area Dead Tribute
12/23

Tom Constanten Benefit: A Grateful Dead Night

Ashkenaz
The Bay Area’s legendary Ashkenaz Music & Dance Community Center will host a special benefit concert, on Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 8:00PM, bringing together friends, fellow musicians, and fans to honor the Rock & Roll Hall of Famer and longtime Grateful Dead keyboardist. The evening will feature live performances from members of the extended Grateful Dead family and Bay Area roots musicians, celebrating Constanten’s enduring contributions to music and helping to raise funds for medical costs while he battles lung cancer.
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12/24

A Christmas Swingin’ Spectacular with Lavay Smith and Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers (6:30 &9pm)

Biscuits & Blues
Lavay Smith and her Red Hot Skillet Lickers ignite the stage with a scintillating blend of vintage jazz and blues that transports you straight to the roaring ’20s and swinging ’40s. Lavay, a mesmerizing presence in glittering gowns, commands the spotlight with her powerful vocals, channeling the spirit of blues legends. Backed by the Red Hot Skillet Lickers’ stellar musicianship–think saxophones, trumpets, and a grooving rhythm section–their performance is a journey through jazz history. From soulful ballads to toe-tapping swing, each song resonates with timeless charm, ensuring an unforgettable night of music and dance.
12/26

Chuck Prophet & His Cumbia Shoes

The Chapel
San Francisco’s own Chuck Prophet brings his signature rock-and-roll storytelling to a new groove with His Cumbia Shoes — a high-energy band blending Prophet’s sharp songwriting with Latin rhythms and dance-floor spirit. Expect a joyful mix of new tunes from Wake the Dead and reimagined favorites in a celebration of life, rhythm, and California soul.
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12/26

Jerry’s Middle Finger

Great American Music Hall
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.
12/26

Martin Luther McCoy: The Funk That Stole Christmas

Black Cat
Back at Black Cat SF for The Funk That Stole Christmas is Martin and his electric band. The funk that stole Christmas will have you jamming in your seats.
12/27

Karl Denson’s Sexy 69th Birthday Celebration

The Fillmore
Karl Denson (born December 27, 1956) is an American funk and jazz saxophonist, flutist and vocalist from Santa Ana, California. He plays with The Rolling Stones, and leads his own group, Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe (KDTU). He co-founded The Greyboy Allstars (GBA), and continues to tour with both KDTU and GBA as well as The Rolling Stones.
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12/27

RuPaul DJ Set

The Midway
Electroluxx & The Midway present: RuPaul DJ Se
12/27

Disco Night with Pride and Joy

Almost Famous Wine Company
Boogie down to your favorite disco hits performed live by Pride & Joy, the Bay Area’s Favorite Party Band!
12/27

Chuck Prophet & The Mission Express

The Chapel
Beloved San Francisco songwriter and guitarist Chuck Prophet takes the stage with his longtime band, The Mission Express — featuring his wife, Stephanie Finch, on keys and vocals. Together they deliver a soulful mix of rock ‘n’ roll, Americana, and streetwise storytelling, blending wit, grit, and heart in songs that feel both timeless and distinctly San Francisco.
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12/27

Jerry’s Middle Finger

Great American Music Hall
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.
12/27

Thievery Corporation w/ Halou

The Guild Theatre
Thievery Corporation is an American electronic music duo consisting of Rob Garza and Eric Hilton. Their musical style mixes elements of dub, acid jazz, reggae, Indian classical, Middle Eastern music, hip hop, electronica, and Brazilian music, including bossa nova.+ HALOU is the sound of tension held beautifully in place. A Bay Area outfit built around the creative nucleus of Rebecca and Ryan Coseboom, a duo whose work lands somewhere between atmosphere and confrontation.
12/27

Tommy Castro & The Painkillers + Matt Jaffe

Mystic Theatre
Multiple award-winning guitarist, vocalist, and bandleader Tommy Castro is a California-based blues and rock powerhouse. For over four decades, he’s captivated audiences with his soul-drenched vocals, searing guitar work, and high-energy live shows. As frontman of the telepathically tight and wildly raucous Tommy Castro & The Painkillers, he’s released 17 albums that span a wide stylistic range–from horn-driven R&B and hot-blooded soul to gritty, stripped-down rock and electric blues.
12/27

Ricky G (of Karl Denson): KDTU After-Party Show

Boom Boom Room
** RICKY G (of Karl Denson) “KDTU After-Party Show” ** Karl Denson Bday Afterparty Ricky G Hosts the Fillmore Afterparty & returns to San Francisco to host the Karl Denson Bday Afterparty! Tiny Universe plays at the Fillmore this night, and Ricky will jet over to Boom Boom after for a late set with his Band! Fresh off a burner at The Mustache Bash, and a Record Release that features George Porter Jr (of The Meters), Ricky G and his all star cast of musicians will be firing on all cylinders for this night! Plus, you never know who will come sit in from the Fillmore show . This electric evening will feature original music from Ricky and organist Kevin Lum (English Beat/Tony Clifton), music of the Meters, funky homages to the Grateful Dead and much more!
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12/28

Yo La Tengo / Luna

The Fillmore
Indie icons Yo La Tengo and Luna share the stage at The Fillmore for a night of dreamy guitars, hypnotic grooves, and nostalgic charm. Yo La Tengo brings their signature blend of fuzzed-out rock and delicate pop, while Luna delivers sleek, shimmering tones and cool, melodic sway. Together they embody the sound that defined indie rock in the ’90s and beyond.
12/28

Chuck Prophet and His Cumbia Shoes

Moe's Alley
(((folkYEAH!))) Presents: HUCK PROPHET AND HIS CUMBIA SHOES Wake The Dead, Chuck Prophet’s extraordinary new album recorded with ÀQiensave?, dives headfirst into the world of Cumbia music. The songs are intoxicatingly rhythmic, all but demanding you move your body while you listen. There are flashes of rock and roll, punk, surf, and soul, wrapped up in the rich legacy of a genre that traces its roots back hundreds of years and thousands of miles.
12/28

Grateful Voodoo Holidaze!

Peri's Tavern
Grateful Voodoo brings their funky gumbo of Grateful Dead and NOLA back to Peri’s along with some JGB, Allman Bros., Little Feat and The Band. Featuring Jim Talley, Jonny Mojo, J.P. Mclean, Anna Elva, Mike Meagher and & Jeff Hobbs.
12/29

Yo La Tengo / Luna

The Fillmore
Indie icons Yo La Tengo and Luna share the stage at The Fillmore for a night of dreamy guitars, hypnotic grooves, and nostalgic charm. Yo La Tengo brings their signature blend of fuzzed-out rock and delicate pop, while Luna delivers sleek, shimmering tones and cool, melodic sway. Together they embody the sound that defined indie rock in the ’90s and beyond.
12/29

Swedish House Mafia

Pier 80 Warehouse
Pier 80 Warehouse 401 Cesar Chavez St, San Francisco, CA, 94124
12/30

Monophonics

Moe's Alley
Monophonics has steadily built a reputation as a consistent band with a unique sound. Well crafted songs and records are matched by an energetic live performance. A heavenly signature style: Pure timeless heavy soul and warm textures of psychedelic rock. This is a band that revels in the past, taking you back to the stylings of the late 60s and early 70s, while always keeping its feet positioned in the present, looking ahead to the future. Front man, vocalist & keyboardist Kelly Finnigan always leads with power.
12/30

Primus

Fox Theater Oakland
Following their electrifying run on the Sessanta tour alongside A Perfect Circle and Puscifer, Primus will return this summer with the Onward & Upward Tour–an expansive, coast-to-coast trek that marks an exciting new chapter for the band. The tour not only brings the trio’s signature blend of musical innovation back to stages nationwide, but also introduces fans to drummer John Hoffman, whose recent addition to the lineup brings a renewed sense of energy, experimentation, and groove to the legendary outfit.
12/30

Skrillex + Four Tet

Pier 80 Warehouse
Pier 80 Warehouse 401 Cesar Chavez St, San Francisco, CA, 94124 feat Sonny John Moore, who uses the stage name Skrillex, is an American DJ, record producer, and musician. He first gained recognition in 2010 for his EP Scary Monsters and Nice Sprites, which won a Grammy for Best Dance/Electronica Album. His innovative style of dubstep and electro-house has earned him praise from critics and fans.
12/30

Paul Cauthen + Liam St. John

The Independent
Paul Mark Cauthen (born 1985/1986) an American singer-songwriter from East Texas, started his music career in an Americana/indie folk rock duo called Sons of Fathers, before turning solo, has released 3 albums and an EP as a solo artist, the most recent being Country Coming Down released in April 2022. Cauthen’s fourth solo album, Black on Black is set to release on 25 October, 2024. + Liam St. John is a chart topping blues singer+songwriter out of NASHVILLE, TN.
12/31

Los Lobos

Rio Theatre
Los Lobos (pronounced [los _lo_os], Spanish for “the Wolves”) is a Mexican American rock group from East Los Angeles, California. Their music is influenced by rock and roll, Tex-Mex, country, zydeco, folk, R&B, blues, brown-eyed soul, and traditional music such as cumbia, boleros and norte–os. The band rose to international stardom in 1987, when their version of “La Bamba” peaked at the top of the Billboard Hot 100,
12/31

Mustache Harbor NYE

Cornerstone Berkeley
MUSTACHE HARBOR–Yacht Rock Forever!: A Rockin’ New Years Celebration For over a decade, MUSTACHE HARBOR has been thrilling audiences across the country with their spot-on renditions of the smoothest music from the 1970s and 80s, all performed with the highest level of musicianship and state-of-the-art sound and lighting.
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12/31

Stu Allen & Mars Hotel

Hopmonk Tavern Novato
Led by acclaimed guitarist-singer Stu Allen (of Phil Lesh & Friends, Melvin Seals & JGB) on guitar, a revolving cast of incredibly talented musicians inhabits Mars Hotel, drawing from the Grateful Dead’s vast catalog to delight Deadheads and music fans of all generations. A Mars Hotel show is always an energetic evening of good vibes, good music, and good community.
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12/31

Eric Lindell NYE

HopMonk Tavern Sebastopol
New Orleans-based singer/songwriter and guitarist/multi-instrumentalist Eric Lindell melds West Coast rock, swampy Gulf Coast R&B, hard country, and Memphis soul in a hybrid American roots music that, while thoroughly respectful of traditions, blazes a trail of its own.
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12/31

Fleetwood Macrame New Years Eve Bash!

Ivy Room
We’re excited to celebrate the end of another year with our friends in Fleetwood Macrame, as they play two sets of classic Fleetwood Mac all night long for your drinking and dancing pleasure, with a late night dance party after midnight as well. We’ll have NYE Decorations, Drink Specials, a Midnight Champagne Toast and more…
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12/31

Monophonics New Year’s Eve Party

Sweetwater Music Hall
Ring in 2026 with Bay Area favorites Monophonics, bringing their signature blend of psychedelic soul, funk, and vintage groove to Mill Valley for an unforgettable New Year’s celebration. Frontman Kelly Finnigan leads the charge with powerful vocals and keys, setting the vibe for a night of dancing, good energy, and soulful countdown magic. Optional pre-show cocktail party with appetizers and hosted bar available.
12/31

Yo La Tengo / Luna

The Fillmore
Indie icons Yo La Tengo and Luna share the stage at The Fillmore for a night of dreamy guitars, hypnotic grooves, and nostalgic charm. Yo La Tengo brings their signature blend of fuzzed-out rock and delicate pop, while Luna delivers sleek, shimmering tones and cool, melodic sway. Together they embody the sound that defined indie rock in the ’90s and beyond.
12/31

Tommy Castro & The Painkillers – A NYE Celebration

Felton Music Hall
Multiple award-winning guitarist, vocalist, and bandleader Tommy Castro is a California-based blues and rock powerhouse. For over four decades, he’s captivated audiences with his soul-drenched vocals, searing guitar work, and high-energy live shows. As frontman of the telepathically tight and wildly raucous Tommy Castro & The Painkillers, he’s released 17 albums that span a wide stylistic range–from horn-driven R&B and hot-blooded soul to gritty, stripped-down rock and electric blues.
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12/31

New Year’s Eve with Tainted Love + Big Sandy & His Fly-Rite Boys, DJ Omar

Bimbo's 365 Club
Special New Year’s Eve with Tainted Love, Big Sandy & His Fly-Rite Boys, DJ Omar and appearances by, Dolphina, the Girl in the Fishbowl! Ticket price includes traditional midnight balloon drop, hats, party favors, and a complimentary glass of champagne! Cocktail Attire / Black Tie Optional A Tainted Love performance is like reliving the 80’s in a way you have never before, phenomenal songs, great moves, iconic video projections, and seven of the most charismatic and accomplished musicians you’ll ever see. Based out of San Francisco, Tainted Love headlines coast to coast at major clubs, ballrooms, and rock venues, nationally celebrated high-energy show has founded a loyal fan base across the country; — from 80’s junkies and enthusiasts, to music fans of all ages. Their growing devotees love to sing and groove along to all the greatest hits of the 80’s. + Big Sandy & His Fly-Rite Boys Since forming in 1988 in Southern California, Big Sandy and His Fly-Rite…
12/31

The Crooked Stuff w/ Kronosaurus Flex – NYE!

Crazy Horse Nevada City
The Crooked Stuff busted down the doors of the Crazy Horse in January ’24 and staked its claim as one of the freshest new sounds we’ve ever heard here. When they returned this past March, it was readily apparent this is exactly the type of departure that music lovers crave for the ultimate, out-of-the-box New Year’s Eve experience. We’re talking hands-in-the-air, sexy, funky, pulsing disco, sonic gyrations! Based in the Marin County hamlet of Fairfax, this outfit is a cross-pollinated hybrid of electronic rock, disco punk, heavy soul and sub-bumping beats. With threads of influential DNA from LCD Soundsystem, Devo, Daft Punk, The Headhunters, Prodigy, Talking Heads and an array of other psychedelic synth-punk experiences
12/31

Primus NYE w/ Puddles Pity Party

Fox Theater Oakland
NYE w/ PRIMUS -Following their electrifying run on the Sessanta tour alongside A Perfect Circle and Puscifer, Primus will return this summer with the Onward & Upward Tour–an expansive, coast-to-coast trek that marks an exciting new chapter for the band. The tour not only brings the trio’s signature blend of musical innovation back to stages nationwide, but also introduces fans to drummer John Hoffman, whose recent addition to the lineup brings a renewed sense of energy, experimentation, and groove to the legendary outfit.
12/31

Swedish House Mafia

Pier 80 Warehouse
Pier 80 Warehouse 401 Cesar Chavez St, San Francisco, CA, 94124
12/31

Yoi Toki NYE Takeover: A Future Funk New Year’s Eve ft Vantage

Rickshaw Stop
Yoi Toki is coming back to SF to help you bid farewell to 2025 in epic style! This isn’t just another party, we are bringing you a very special guest Future Funk fans love. We’re thrilled to welcome the legend, one of the genre originals, VANTAGE! He will be traveling all the way from Japan to bring his signature grooves to the dance floor, so don’t miss the opportunity to see him in an intimate setting. + Yoi Toki Resident DJs: Meikee Magnetic & Valentine will keep the vibes flowing all night long at the iconic
12/31

Dillon Francis

The UC Theatre
SET Underground / Jaffe Events – Dance/Electronic – Taking the EDM world by storm in the fast-growing moombahton scene of the early 2010s, Dillon Francis is an instrumental part of the genre’s popularity. His music is primarily characterized by moombahton and trap although he is well known for blending genres like house and dubstep into his music. The diversity of his catalog has always been a strength — his genre bending hits like “Get Low” with DJ Snake and “Coming Over” with Kygo [feat. James Hersey] were RIAA-certified gold plus and topped the Billboard Dance Club Songs charts.
12/31

Petty Theft New Year’s Eve Bash! + Susan Z and The Winding Road

Mystic Theatre
San Francisco Tribute to Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers: Come Ring in the New Year at the Mystic with Petty Theft! Festive Fun Party Hats! Champagne Toast! Drink Specials! Confetti Cannon Blast off at midnight! All while dancing to your favorite Tom Petty Tunes! What a way to ring in the New Year!! At the forefront of legendary Rock and Roll bands, you are sure to find Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers. Since 2003, San Francisco based Petty Theft has been touring the United States performing Tom Petty’s songs true to the originals
12/31

New Year’s Eve w/ Afrolicious

Boom Boom Room
The BBR is decked out and sparkling with candles, light show, glittery decor, 700 hundred balloons across the ceiling and walls, hundreds of NYE party hats and party favors, free champagne and PARTY treats and the best in legendary live music performances with this superstar headliner live band Extraordinaire, playing from 9pm ’til 3am+. NEW YEAR’S EVE 2026 ** AFROLICIOUS ** The genuine passion, love, funk and energy at an @afroliciousfunk event is something folks feel during and long after the event itself. It is a kind of feeling one wants to go out and spread around because it feels so good! “Just try not to dance, we dare you!” – Okayafrica “An invitation to get loose and get down in an Afrolicious space where Highlife meets 70s NYC Nightlife.” KCRW
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12/31

Balkan New Years Eve

Ashkenaz
Come ring in the New Year with three amazing live bands: TRUE LIFE TRIO, FANFARE ZAMBALETA, and DAN CANTELL & FRIENDS, plus dancing all night, a midnight champagne toast, and an energetic family-friendly party! New Year’s Eve at Ashkenaz is traditionally a night of Balkan music and dancing in honor of the late Ashkenaz founder David Nade
12/31

NYE at Black Cat ft Benny Benack III Quartet (7 & 9:30pm)

Black Cat
Step into the sultry atmosphere of the Black Cat this New Year’s Eve and let the enchanting Benny Benack III whisk you into 2026 with his irresistible charm and velvet voice! Back by popular demand, his band is returning for their 3rd Annual NYE celebration at Black Cat SF. In a night themed “Cheers to Life!” Benny will deliver a dazzling mix of timeless jazz standards and modern classics, all wrapped in his signature flair. Band Lineup: Benny Benack III, vocals, trumpet, shenanigans, Mathis Picard, piano, Russell Hall, bass, Joe Peri, drums TWO SEATINGS: EARLY SEATING Starts at 5:45 for the 7:00 show. LATE SEATING Starts at 8:45, Bar at 5:45 includes two performances at 9:30 & Midnight with a Midnight champagne toast!
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12/31

Dancing Queen ABBA Glitter Disco NYE Extravaganza

Great Northern
For one special night, you can ring in the new year with all of your favorite disco friends in your outrageous NYE outfits as you step into the world of Studio 54 and all of your Mamma Mia dreams, dancing to everything from ABBA to the Bee Gees to the Village People to the Grease soundtrack and plenty of 70s and 80s anthems including lots of Queen! Attire: Full-on 70s Glitter, NYE & Disco Fever encouraged! (Silky, stretchy, polyester, jumpsuits, platform boots, bell bottoms, fabulous) Experience: GIMME GIMME MIDNIGHT BALLOON DROP, Massive “It’s Raining Men” confetti
12/31

New Year’s Eve with Fantastic Negrito

The Chapel
Fantastic Negrito is a powerhouse performer whose live shows are charged with emotion, intensity, and connection. Blending Delta blues, soul, funk, and rock, he delivers dynamic sets built on rhythm, storytelling, and fearless expression. The Oakland-born artist — a three-time GRAMMY winner — has earned a reputation for transforming every show into a deeply engaging, unforgettable experience. Plus Mild Universe, Joel Robinow, DJ sets by Walkin’ Love, visuals by Zachary Rodell, and balloon drop at midnight! Kick off the big night with dinner and drinks at Curio before the show! They’ll be serving another exclusive NYE menu crafted just for the occasion along with a surprise array of party favors once you make your reservation! Reservations: curiobarsf.com.
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12/31

Paul Cauthen + Liam St. John: NYE OpenBar!

The Independent
New Year’s Eve! Open Bar! Paul Mark Cauthen (born 1985/1986) an American singer-songwriter from East Texas, started his music career in an Americana/indie folk rock duo called Sons of Fathers, before turning solo, has released 3 albums and an EP as a solo artist, the most recent being Country Coming Down released in April 2022. Cauthen’s fourth solo album, Black on Black is set to release on 25 October, 2024. + Liam St. John is a chart topping blues singer+songwriter out of NASHVILLE, TN.
01/01

It’s A New Day + Breakfast Of Champions Block Party

Great Northern
Kick off the year with the ultimate BLOCK PARTY in the heart of San Francisco! ITS A NEW DAY & BOC bringing the beats that’ll have the whole city moving. Expect music, food, dancing in the streets, and good vibes only as we welcome in the first new day of the year together. This isn’t just a party: it’s the first epic chapter of 2026. Be there. Bring the crew. Own the day and night. Headliners: Boris, Claude VonStroke, Coco & Breezy, David Harness, DJ Dan, Krafty Kuts, Doc Martin, Eddie C, Gettoblaster, Jubilee, Kevin Knapp, Miguel Migs, Mira (DE), Pangaea, Robin S Tara Brooks Support: Anthony Mansfield, Borzu, DJ Dials, DJ M3, DJ Mes, DWATA, Galen, Greg Eversoul, MNTRA, TCHiLT, Rooz. Shane One, Shiny Objects, Solar, Squish And more (…)
01/02

Mike Dillon Band ft Brian Haas

Ivy Room
Mike Dillon’s latest album ‘Rosewood’ musically signifies transition and transformation. The 13-track collection was written and recorded during a period of profound change. Dillon found himself relocating from his fourteen year base in New Orleans to his current residence in Kansas City. w/ Brian Roy Haas is an internationally celebrated, award-winning pianist, composer, producer and arranger with almost 40 albums of original compositions under his name
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01/02

Moonalice

Felton Music Hall
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
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01/02

Jerry and Dawg Revisited with Stu Allen

Sweetwater Music Hall
Jerry & Dawg Revisited is a recreation of the sound and spirit of Garcia Grisman (1990-1994) with original members Joe Craven and Jim Kerwin.
01/03

Dead Roses & Grassomoxoa

HopMonk Tavern Sebastopol
Dead Roses: Todd Bugbee’s Dead Roses: SF Bay’s badass Grateful Dead tribute: Sometimes funky, a little trippy, always full of energy and extremely danceable. Nate Beltz, Preston Barnes, Stephanie Mandela, James Miller, Tim Baker and Todd Bugbee. + Grassomoxoa: The fine art of bluegrass and the music of the Grateful Dead have been linked before the Dead even existed. Any fan knows that bluegrass was the foundation of Jerry Garcia’s lifelong commitment to his craft. He would later revisit it in 1973 with the short-lived, yet very influential project, Old and in the Way. It finally came back around in the early 90’s when Garcia-Grisman was formed. Even when bluegrass wasn’t at the forefront for Jerry, it was always a factor just beneath the surface. Grassomoxoa (a clever nod to the 1969 GD album, Aoxomoxoa) is comprised of four men who are extremely passionate about bluegrass and the Grateful Dead.
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01/04

Ghosts of Electricity: Bob Dylan Tribute ft Stu Allen, Mark Karan, Greg Anton, JP McLean, Mookie Siegel

HopMonk Tavern Sebastopol
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.
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01/04

Moonalice (Sunday Matinee)

Sweetwater Music Hall
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 –
01/04

Ray Charles Project

Sweetwater Music Hall
In tribute to the genius of Ray Charles, an outstanding sextet of Bay Area musicians offers their take on Ray’s amazing songbook. Featuring Tony Lindsay, Glenn Walters, Chris Cain, David K. Mathews, Dewayne Pete & Kevin Hayes.
01/06

Steppin’ for Oscar Myers

Madrone Art Bar
Soul, Jazz, James Brown-style Funk served up hot and fresh by Oscar and his fantastic band. NOTE: Oscar is still on his road to recovery and will not be joining his band. Please take consideration in contributing to his GoFundMe page that is linked in our bioSoul, Jazz, James Brown-style Funk served up hot and fresh. Note Oscar is on the road to recovery after a stroke and will not be joining his band. Please take consideration in contributing to his GoFundMe: gofund.me/a587f76c2
01/07

Stu Allen & Mars Hotel

Ashkenaz
A tradition started back in the 20th century, Ashkenaz’s Grateful Dead Night is always evolving. Led by acclaimed guitarist-singer Allen (of Phil Lesh & Friends, Melvin Seals & JGB, Ghosts of Electricity),
01/08

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-
01/08

Rainbow Girls w/ Sabine McCalla

Freight & Salvage
Indie Folk: In 2016, Erin Chapin, Caitlin Gowdey, and Vanessa May pivoted toward a raw, stripped-down acoustic sound, performing around a single condenser mic. This spotlighted their intricate harmonies and cemented their place in the roots music scene. Since then, their blend of provocative charm and musical precision has earned them a cult following across the US and Europe, thanks in part to a viral rise on social media.
01/09

Winter Disco Ball: Westones, Animal Prince, Izzy Wise

Rickshaw Stop
The Westones are an Oakland-based supergroup blending heavy soul, funk, and R&B into a groove-driven, high-energy show. Featuring members who’ve toured with Dirtwire, Con Brio, Afrolicious, and more, the band is as fun to watch as they are to dance to–fans rave about the joy they bring to the stage. A debut EP recorded at Hyde Street Studios, The Westones are quickly becoming one of California’s most exciting new live acts. + Animal Prince is the vintage-pop project from singer-violinist Fae Nageon de Lestang and percussionist Grant McLeod, ft. some of the Bay Area’s best artists. + Izzy Wise is a dynamic multi-instrumentalist and DJ, renowned for his eclectic dance music that seamlessly traverses the musical and cultural landscapes of planet earth
01/09

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.
01/09

Fuzz Collective w/Cousin Chris

Boom Boom Room
Fuzz Collective is ready to ring in the New Year at the legendary Boom Boom Room on Jan 9th! Local outfit Cousin Chris will join Fuzz for a night full of funk, rock, and good times. The Fuzz Collective is a funk-infused rock outfit based in San Francisco, CA, that tastefully mixes tight grooves, soulful melodies, and acid jazz experimentations, all with a retro flair. Led by Jeff Yasuda, the band has truly embraced its vision as a collective, working with various talented musicians in the Bay Area. Fuzz Collective recorded its debut full-length album in November 2023 at Color Red Studios in Denver, Colorado, alongside Producer and President of Color Red, Eddie Roberts (The New Mastersounds, The Lucky Strokes).
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01/09

The Pharcyde

Freight & Salvage
DANCE FLOOR / STANDING AREA OPEN This concert is part of The Freight’s Hip-Hop is Folk Music initiative, which seeks to illuminate connections between hip-hop and other folk/roots music traditions. Contact education@thefreight.org for more information. In the early ’90s, The Pharcyde emerged with a unique style in the gangsta rap-dominated West-Coast scene, embracing a self-deprecating and quirky approach that set them apart. Their debut, Bizarre Ride II the Pharcyde, flipped hip-hop conventions on their head, with hits like “Oh Shit,” “Otha Fish,” and “Passing Me By,” leading it to achieve platinum status and comparisons to De La Soul and A Tribe Called Quest.
01/09

The 15th Annual Bowie Bash! The Rise & Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders From Mars!

Great American Music Hall
First Church of the Sacred Silversexual, San Francisco A musical, theatrical, sparkly spectacle of a show that tap dances on all the lines between religion
01/09

Elliott Peck + Nat Keefe

Rancho Nicasio
Elliott Peck and Nat Keefe are doing a limited run of duo shows! As one of the most sought-after vocalists on the West Coast, Elliott Peck has made a name for herself lending harmonies to everyone from Phil Lesh and Bob Weir to Jackie Greene and Lukas Nelson. As a member of the band Midnight North, she’s appeared on bills with the likes of Bonnie Raitt and The Infamous Stringdusters. Now, with her mesmerizing solo career, Peck is stepping center stage, ready to prove she’s a talent more than worthy of the spotlight on her own. + Nat Keefe’s panoramic songwriting and baritone vocals play a defining role in Hot Buttered Rum’s sound, founded HBR in 1999.
01/10

The 15th Annual Bowie Bash! Station To Station (50th Anniversary!), Let’s Dance, & more!

Great American Music Hall
First Church of the Sacred Silversexual, San Francisco A musical, theatrical, sparkly spectacle of a show that tap dances on all the lines between religion
01/10

Jim Keller

Sweetwater Music Hall
Jim Keller first got nationwide attention with the Bay-area band Tommy Tutone. He co-wrote and performed “867-5309/Jenny,” a classic power pop tune that helped make 80s radio so listenable. Now a cult figure in the music business, Keller’s gigs in New York and Nashville are legendary.
01/10

Western Standard Time Ska Orchestra w/ Karina Denike, The Vesuvians, DJ Young Royal

The Chapel
Western Standard Time Ska Orchestra is a raw, powerful and in your face musical experience. This massive 20-piece group of All Star musicians is a spectacle to both watch and hear. With a horn section three times bigger than most other ska groups, WST breaks barriers and expands your imagination for what is possible. The groove is hard hitting and will definitely make you dance all night!
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01/11

Michael Ward with Dogs & Fishes

The Riptide
Michael Ward returns to the Riptide with his crew of animal musicians – come get some. Michael Ward, the singer-songwriter and guitarist from the bands School of Fish and The Wallflowers, also fronts Dogs & Fishes, a progressive rock group featuring top session musicians, where he shares his unique songwriting with a focus on creation and lyrics, a passion he pursued after leaving the mainstream spotlight to focus on his own musical vision.
01/12

Mustard Plug + The Toasters

Bottom of the Hill
Two legendary ska bands unite for a high-energy night of punk-infused grooves and unstoppable dance vibes! From Grand Rapids’ DIY heroes Mustard Plug, celebrating over 30 years of ska-punk anthems, to New York’s The Toasters, America’s longest-running ska band and pioneers of the 3rd Wave movement–this is a must-see double bill for ska fans old and new.
01/13

2-Step Tuesday with Veotis

Madrone Art Bar
PHAT TUESDAY 2-Step TUESDAY with VEOTIS
01/13

Mike Dawes

Felton Music Hall
Mike Dawes is an English guitarist known for composing, arranging and performing multiple parts simultaneously on a single guitar. He is regarded as one of the world’s most creative modern fingerstyle guitarists with a repertoire spanning original viral videos and popular arrangements, alongside mainstream chart success performing with Justin Hayward of The Moody Blues. Dawes was named ‘Best Acoustic Guitarist In The World’ two years in a row (2017 & 2018) by Total Guitar Magazine & MusicRadar Reading Polls, with numerous 2nd place rankings in the proceeding years. YouTube personality Rick Beato named Mike ‘One Of The Finest Acoustic Guitar Players In The World’.
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01/14

Mike Dawes

Sweetwater Music Hall
Mike Dawes is an English guitarist known for composing, arranging and performing multiple parts simultaneously on a single guitar. He is regarded as one of the world’s most creative modern fingerstyle guitarists with a repertoire spanning original viral videos and popular arrangements, alongside mainstream chart success performing with Justin Hayward of The Moody Blues. Dawes was named ‘Best Acoustic Guitarist In The World’ two years in a row (2017 & 2018) by Total Guitar Magazine & MusicRadar Reading Polls, with numerous 2nd place rankings in the proceeding years. YouTube personality Rick Beato named Mike ‘One Of The Finest Acoustic Guitar Players In The World’.
01/15

Kristina Marinova

Sweetwater Music Hall
Experience the brilliance and versatility of Kristina Marinova, a classically trained European pianist, who captures the sonic tapestry of the Grateful Dead’s music spanning from their inception in 1966 to their award winning and critically acclaimed three album Live European Tour in 1972 with her newest release, “THE BUS CAME BY AND I GOT ON”. Kristina boards the psychedelic bus and brings nothing but a grand piano—and proves that’s all she needs. She transforms eleven cornerstones of the Grateful Dead canon
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01/16

Analog Dog, Personal Space Man, STARFARI (DJ sets)

The Chapel
Analog Dog makes genre fluid music in San Francisco, USA. Hailing from all corners of the country, the band came together in and around the hallowed musical breeding grounds of Golden Gate Park, with the intent to carry on the spirit of the legendary musical city. With each member drawing on diverse inspirations and musical backgrounds, from self-taught to classically trained, they unite over a common love for genre-bending composition and improvisation. Honoring the vibrations of the psychedelic revolution of the 1960s, digging into the disco grooves from the dance revolution of the 1970s, and simultaneously embracing modern indie pop soundscapes, Analog Dog is its own thing.
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01/16

The Seshen & Rituals of Mine w/ Cheflee

The Independent
The Seshen is a San Francisco Bay Area-based six-piece band led by singer/lyricist Lalin St. Juste and bassist/producer Akiyoshi Ehara. Their forward-thinking sound combines synthesizers, drum machines, and live percussion to create an unmistakable fusion of R&B, synth-pop, and electronic music. + Rituals of Mine is the project of Sacramento-based artist Terra Lopez, known for her innovative blending of electronic, R&B, and trip-hop influences into a sound that feels both intimate and powerful. Originally known as Sister Crayon, the project has evolved into a space for Lopez to explore grief, healing, and personal transformation.
01/17

Boot Juice

HopMonk Tavern Sebastopol
The evolution of Boot Juice has been a magnificent phenomenon to behold over the past few years. This seven-piece band from Davis has done things the old-fashioned way – earning everything they have with blood, sweat and tears shed on stages throughout the region. It’s been more sweat than anything else based on the practically inhuman volume of energy output they generate throughout the course of their relentless performances. Boot Juice defies the typical assumption that a big band with horns is sticking to the well-worn path of funk and jazz. They certainly infuse those genres into the mix. More than anything though, this is an unabashed cosmic rock band intent on taking audiences into an alternate dimension of pure freedom and dance euphoria!
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01/17

The Crosby Collective

Sweetwater Music Hall
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.
01/17

Guster: Hits and Bits (7 & 9:30pm)

Great American Music Hall
SF Sketchfest 2026 & GAMH presents Making their SF Sketchfest debut, critically acclaimed and longtime much-beloved band Guster is hosting their variety show Hits & Bits, bringing you fantastic music along with very special guests, for two completely different shows on the same night!
01/18

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
01/18

MLK Music Festival

Winter's Tavern
Sifting Through the Stars: Bay Area Rock, The Rebound: Pacifica, CA Rock, Chris Baron Music Duo: Singer/Songwriter, Bastards Of Babylon, Catherine DeNuverang: SF World Garage Duo, Smiling Vagrants: Bay Area Rock, Cheat The Reaper: Bay Area Hard Rock MORE TBA!
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”
01/22

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!
01/23

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 brainchild of New Orleans percussionist and frontman Derrick “Smoker” Freeman –a kinetic fusion of second line tradition, classic soul, and street-born swagger. Featuring Billboard-charting saxophonist James Martin, Grammy Award-winning tubist Miles Lyons, and a rotating cast of all-star collaborators, the band delivers electrifying performances that move seamlessly from parade routes to festival stages to luxury venues. Whether igniting a dance floor or elevating a cocktail hour, Soul Brass Band channels the spirit of New Orleans with precision, charisma, and unapologetic groove–making every show a revival.
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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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01/25

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.
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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.
01/27

Steppin’ for Oscar Myers

Madrone Art Bar
Soul, Jazz, James Brown-style Funk served up hot and fresh by Oscar and his fantastic band. NOTE: Oscar is still on his road to recovery and will not be joining his band. Please take consideration in contributing to his GoFundMe page that is linked in our bioSoul, Jazz, James Brown-style Funk served up hot and fresh. Note Oscar is on the road to recovery after a stroke and will not be joining his band. Please take consideration in contributing to his GoFundMe: gofund.me/a587f76c2
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)
01/29

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.
01/30

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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01/31

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
Yak Attack is a live electronica power trio from Portland, Oregon. Founded in 2013, the band has experienced steady growth over the past few years and has been building buzz on the strength of its live shows and the instant connection its music makes with new listeners. The group’s music is best described as “organic electronica”, using skillful playing, live loops, and tightly constructed songs combined with raw improvisation to build high-energy and uplifting music from scratch, where every note is played and recorded live. The band draws on influences from a wide spectrum of electronica, such as house, drum and bass, and breakbeat, along with elements of jam, funk, and jazz. + Oakadelic a 7+ Piece band that is at the heart of Bay Area funk, soul, R&B and hip hop, responsible for creating Oakland’s most prolific weekly funk and soul jam session-Oakadelic Wednesdays at the Layover.
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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.
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.
02/06

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.
02/07

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.
02/17

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.
02/28

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.
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.
03/29

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.

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