24 April 2024

BISS List 4.24.24: Spotlight on Bone Diggers at BTTD (5.22) + Best of BISS this Week

Chag Sameach & Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler!

Greetings, music lovers! As we step into another vibrant week in the realm of melodies and rhythms, let’s begin by extending warm wishes. First and foremost, to our friends observing Passover, we wish you a joyous and meaningful Chag Sameach! May this celebration of liberation and renewal bring you closer to loved ones and fill your hearts with harmony.

And to those fortunate souls heading to the lively streets of New Orleans for the renowned NOLA Jazz Fest, we say, Laissez les bon temps rouler! Let the good times roll as you immerse yourselves in the soul-stirring sounds of funk, jazz, blues, and everything in between. NOLA awaits with its rich musical tapestry and infectious energy, ready to captivate and inspire all who dare to join the festivities. Day & Night!! **PS. The Best of BISS page has listings for all the shows at Cafe Istanbul Night Fest and Bayou Rendezvous. Don’t miss them!

Last Week’s Featured Clips: Before delving into the schedule for this week, let’s take a moment to revisit some standout moments from last week’s performances. We’d love to hear about your memorable experiences! Share them with us by tagging @bisslist on Instagram and/or Facebook, or drop us a line at biss@bisslist.com. Your contributions add depth to our shared musical journey!

4/18: DangerAte @ Boom Boom Room * FB Pics & Vids * IG Reel *
4/20: LAZWELL @ Presidio Hill School’s Fundraiser at the Chapel *FB Pics & Vids * IG Reel *
4/20: New Mastersounds @ The Fillmore: BISS List Review and Photos by Gabriel Barkin
4/20: New Mastersounds @ The Fillmore: My amateur clips/pics: * FB Pics & Vids * IG Reel *
4/20: Lucky Strokes @ Boom Boom Room with special guests! * FB Pics & Vids * IG Reel *

Spinning the Wheel for A Pair of Golden Road Gathering VIP Golden Tickets: Excitement has been in the air as we have been preparing to announce the lucky winner of the “Golden Road Gathering VIP Golden Ticket” pair of tickets! Over the last few weeks, music enthusiasts from far and wide eagerly entered for a chance to win this exclusive experience, and now the moment has arrived to spin the wheel and reveal the fortunate recipient.

🎡 Watch the Wheel Spin! Click here to view the video. If you don’t win this time, don’t fret! There’s still a chance to grab your tickets and join the fun because: (A) We will be picking one more lucky winner for a pair of GA tickets next week! And yes, if you already entered, you will be in that drawing and (B) Tickets are still available!

Embarking on a Musical Adventure in the week to come: As I embark on my own musical adventures this week, I invite you, dear readers, to join me in creating your own stories woven with the threads of melody and harmony. Whether you’re drawn to the soulful sounds of jazz, the infectious grooves of funk, or the timeless melodies of Americana and all the rest to come, let the music be your compass as you chart a course through the vast landscape of sound. Feel free to explore the Best of BISS selections and design your own musical adventure!

4/24: Willie Nelson & Family @ The Greek Theatre: I wish I could make it over to Berkeley for this one! I love Willie!
4/25: Slack, Steel and Song (*WIN*) @ Strawberry Station: Hawai’i Meets Americana ft. Barry Sless, Stephen Inglis, Alex Jordan & Hattie Craven
4/26: Dead Winter Carpenters, Boot Juice, Ginger Molasses (*WIN*) @ Bottom of the Hill: DWC brings a dynamic blend of Americana, bluegrass, and rock, weaving heartfelt lyrics with virtuosic instrumentation.
4/26: Ricky G’s Funk Explosion (*WIN*) @ Boom Boom Room: Ricky G Brings his All-Star Funk group back to the Boom Boom Room, featuring a mix of San Diego funk luminaries with some East Bay Grease!
4/27: Lettuce w/ Special Guest John Scofield: The long-running relationship between guitar icon John Scofield and the all-star jam band Lettuce is built on a deep and abiding love of funk.
4/28: Deadhead Seder (SOLD OUT): Wendy Garf-Lipp with her signature Haggadahs + a mighty group of musicians featuring Jeannette Ferber, Scott Law, Mookie Siegel, Danny Eisenberg, Ezra Lipp, Jordan Feinstein, Ben Bernstein and special guests,
4/28: Dead On The Coast with Lovin’ Dead (*WIN*) @ Longboard Bar Pacifica: This Bay area band is locked and loaded with a lifelong passion for the Dead which pours out in their incredible musicianship Read more about this show and the upcoming series in the Spotlight below!

As always, check out the Win Tickets page and don’t forget there is always more on the Full Calendar.

To all you BISS Listers heading to JazzFest in New Orleans over next week and/or the week after, enjoy every moment and dance your hearts out for us here at home! Remember, there are plenty of shows in NOLA where you can win tickets by spreading the word, whether it’s online or on the street with flyers. Check out the BISS List from 4.4.24 for more details, or email us at biss@bisslist.com to join the NOLA Street Team.

But wait there’s more! Check out this week’s song selection, “Move a Little Closer” by Toxic Boogie, in ths #ListenToThis sections below.

Continue moving to the rhythm, exploring fresh sounds, and welcoming the harmony within every beat.

#seeyouattheshows,
~Pamela aka Miss BISS

SPOTLIGHT ON PHILANTHROPIC FUN

Black Tie & Tie Dye Gala ft The Bone Diggers

May 22 @ Bimbo’s 365 Club

The BISS List is proud to be a sponsor of The Black Tie & Tie Dye Gala, a San Francisco tradition benefitting thousands of low-income clients and people experiencing homelessness who turn to HealthRIGHT 360 each year for nonjudgmental, compassionate health care.

Support our San Francisco community with a rare live performance from THE BONE DIGGERS. This all-star band, featuringReed Mathis (Billy & the Kids, Golden Gate Wingmen), Dan “Lebo” Lebowitz (ALO), Mookie Siegal (David Nelson Band), Steve Adams (ALO), and Scott Rager (Tea Leaf Green), will celebrate the music of Paul Simon in an unforgettable show!

The ever-charming Ben Fong-Torres returns as the Master of Ceremonies! Local heroes will be honored, including our girl Sunshine Powers, owner of Love on Haight, who will receive the Community Visionary Award, and longtime Haight Ashbury Free Clinic/HealthRIGHT 360 Board Member Eric Flowers will be presented with the Healthcare Visionary Award. See you there!

SPOTLIGHT ON LONGBOARD LIVE

Dead on the Coast with Lovin’ Dead

April 28 @ Longboard Bar Pacifica

Longboard Live presents the first monthly installment of this tribute to the Grateful Dead, Dead On The Coast with Lovin’ Dead (Bruce Wendell sitting in for Zach Jones) plus Pat Nevins aka Shakey Zimmerman joins the band to perform some Bob Dylan and Bob Weir tunes. Lovin’ Dead brings the big late 80’s sound to life, locked and loaded with a lifelong passion for the Dead which pours out in their incredible musicianship!

If you’re looking for a lively bar scene with music and fun in Pacifica, look no further than Longboard Bar. A friendly atmosphere with delicious margaritas and a wide selection of beers on tap. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, Longboard Bar is a great place to relax and enjoy live music.

*Check out all of our Featured Shows.

LISTEN TO THIS

Listen to “Move a Little Closer” by Toxic Boogie (Released 2023)

Swedish band Toxic Boogie brings the funk with a blend of modern and retro pop, drawing influences from saxophone-heavy soul and smooth R&B. Their sound is driven by a tight rhythm section with Martin on bass and the multi-talented Nelson Battería on drums. Up front, the charismatic Queen Frida Möller belts out soulful vocals, joined by the funky stylings of Patrich Parmatow on guitar. They also feature a dynamic saxophone duo of Lotte Parmatow and Annelie Olhaver, bringing a layer of sophistication to their infectious grooves.