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08 May 2025

BISS List 5.8.25 Spotlight on Object Heavy & LAZWELL (5.16) + The Best of BISS This Week

Hi BISS Listers! I’m writing this on an 83-degree day in Oakland, and it feels like the perfect time to introduce myself. I’m Julia—a musician and live music enthusiast based here in the Bay—and I’m stepping in for Pamela while she’s soaking up the vibes at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. (Yes, I’m jealous too, the clips I’ve seen online look incredible!) It’s been a packed week of live music in the Bay,... Read More

Best of BISS

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05/22
With a career now spanning six decades, Robyn Hitchcock remains a truly one-of-a-kind artist: surrealist rock n roller, acoustic troubadour, poet, painter, and writer. From The Soft Boys’ art-rock and The Egyptians’ Dadaist pop to solo masterpieces like 1984’s milestone I Often Dream of Trains and 1990’s Eye, Hitchcock has crafted a striking oeuvre.
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05/22
KC Turner Presents: John Craigie has mastered the art of creating live shows that feel more like intimate conversations than performances. Infusing humor, wit, and poignant storytelling, his shows are a space where audience members feel like old friends
05/22
BOB SCHNEIDER Austin, Texas-based singer-songwriter and former frontman of The Ugly Americans and The Scabs, Bob Schneider is one of the most-celebrated musicians in the live music capital. Combining diverse styles, Schneider’s music spans genres, blending elements of folk, rock, rap, funk, bluegrass, reggae and country with the more traditional singer/songwriter aesthetic. In short, FRUNK.
05/22
Yak Attack is a live electronic power trio. The band’s music spans a wide variety of electronic genres (house, trance, breakbeat, drum and bass) and mixes in elements of many other genres such as jazz, funk, and psych. Founded in 2013 + Banshee Tree is a high energy quartet that blends modern indie, trance and psychedelic rock with old school Django inspired jazz.
05/22
Bearing witness to the accelerating negativity of global affairs, British reggae powerhouse SteelPulse exemplify musical vengeance to halt the disarray of humanity. The band’s twelfth studio production, titledMass Manipulation, reflects four decades committed to bettering mankind through music. Steel Pulse songs and lyrics continue to engage controversial topics of racial injustice and human rights on a global scale.
05/23
Yak Attack is a live electronic power trio + Banshee Tree blurs the lines between jazz, indie, psych and electroswing. + The Westones are a new supergroup out of Oakland with a catchy psychedelic blend of funk and soul, featuring members of Dirtwire, Con Brio, Midtown Social, Afrolicious, Smoked out Soul and The Routine.
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05/23
BOTTLEROCK AFTERDARK: Allen Stone, a soul/R&B luminary, has enraptured global audiences with his electrifying performances and soulful melodies, embodying the essence of classic soul legends. His genre-defying style, blending funk, gospel, folk-rock, and soul, has garnered critical acclaim and a devoted following.
05/23
KC Turner Presents: COOKOUT CONCERT SERIES On his 17th full-length album, singer-songwriter Anders Osborne describes Picasso’s Villa: a condensed story about living in America between 2018-2021, the fears, confusion, deep joy and peace achieved through true friendship, family, community, hours of meditation and detachment from ego.
05/23
The Wallflowers are an American rock solo project of American singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jakob Dylan. The Wallflowers were originally a roots rock band formed in Los Angeles by Dylan and guitarist Tobi Miller. It has undergone several personnel changes, but has remained centered on Dylan
05/23
Marty O’Reilly’s music feels timeless–like an old story told in a new way, raw, soulful voice and gritty guitar playing form the foundation of a sound rooted in Americana. inspiration from folk icons Woody Guthrie, blues legends like Howlin’ Wolf, gospel pioneers like Sister Rosetta Thorpe, and storytellers like Tom Waits, Marty’s music captivates and connects audiences
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05/23
Guberman is an American keyboardist, vocalist, and songwriter. He began playing with Phil Lesh and Friends in 2015, most notably during the re-creation shows that celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Grateful Dead. Guberman was also a member of Lesh’s band Communion.
05/24
BBQ on the LAWN with LOS LOBOS It’s a matter of time. 50 years to be exact. And in that time Los Lobos have created an unprecedented body of work, a legacy of greatness. The numbers are staggering: 100+ gigs a year for five decades running, crossing millions of miles to rock millions of fans. And that’s just at the live shows. In between they’ve recorded 17 studio albums, 7 live LPs, 3 compilations, 2 EPs, 2 DVDs, and contributed 40+ guest appearances on their friends’ recordings
05/24
KC Turner Presents: COOKOUT CONCERT SERIES 3x GRAMMY¨ Award-winner Fantastic Negrito released his highly anticipated new album, Son of a Broken Man, on October 18, 2024 via his own Storefront Records. The new album sees Fantastic Negrito encapsulating his inimitable style, from hard-hitting guitar riffs to expressive ballads, with the unexpected twists that have become his trademark.
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05/24
BOTTLEROCK AFTERDARK: Born in LA, Ca Robby Krieger was convinced by a Chuck Berry concert to give rock music a go, which resulted in the guitarist trading in his classical guitar in for a Gibson SG, his signature instrument. Studying physics and Indian music at UCLA, Krieger played in bands & eventually bumped into a drummer John Densmore. The two began jamming on blues together, while Krieger’s interest in Indian music and culture as he began dabbling with sitars (studying at the Kinnara School, which was founded by Ravi Shankar), and attending meditation classes, at one of these meditation classes that he met keyboardist Ray Manzarek. Manzarek eventually convinced Krieger to come down and rehearse with a poet/singer he’d been working with, Jim Morrison. Their first rehearsal supposedly resulted in the penning of “Moonlight Drive,” resulting in the birth of the Doors.
05/24
The Wallflowers are an American rock solo project of American singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jakob Dylan. The Wallflowers were originally a roots rock band formed in Los Angeles by Dylan and guitarist Tobi Miller. It has undergone several personnel changes, but has remained centered on Dylan
05/24
Free Entry! Get ready for a night of electrifying rock n roll with The Unauthorized Rolling Stones, the ultimate tribute to the iconic band that defined generations! Experience the energy, raw talent
05/24
2025 will be the 45th anniversary of the release of ‘Entertainment!’ in the US, and will be our final year as a band. It’s been wonderful, but all things must end.
05/24
We used to say that Banshee Tree was one of the best kept musical secrets in the country, but the talents of this band have long since emerged from the shadows. This high-energy quartet from Denver, CO explore dynamics of sound through mystical corridors while blending modern, indie trance and psychedelic rock with gypsy jazz.
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05/24
Enjoy entertainment at our four DJ Block Parties, five stages, Kids Zone, Drum Pavilion, and Skate Jam skateboarding area along Harrison St.
05/24
A Night of Live Funk Shake YO’ AZZ Dance Music Star Bands feat: P Funk Allstar RonKat Spearman’s. KATDELIC w/ Luhtakizz
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05/24
50th Anniversary Tour: Bearing witness to the accelerating negativity of global affairs, Steel Pulse emerges with musical vengeance to halt the disarray of humanity. The bands twelfth studio production, titled Mass Manipulation, reflects four decades committed to bettering mankind through music. Steel Pulse continues to be revolutionary in engaging controversial topics of racial injustice and human rights on a global scale.
05/25
Josh Zee is Bay Area born & raised, and often praised as one of the best guitar players ever. Band credits include Protein, The Mother Truckers, Phantom Power.
05/25
BBQ on the LAWN with LOS LOBOS It’s a matter of time. 50 years to be exact. And in that time Los Lobos have created an unprecedented body of work, a legacy of greatness. The numbers are staggering: 100+ gigs a year for five decades running, crossing millions of miles to rock millions of fans. And that’s just at the live shows. In between they’ve recorded 17 studio albums, 7 live LPs, 3 compilations, 2 EPs, 2 DVDs, and contributed 40+ guest appearances on their friends’ recordings
05/25
The music that Sam Grisman heard his father David Grisman and Jerry Garcia make in the early 90s in the house Sam grew up in not only some of the most timeless acoustic music ever recorded, it also triggers his oldest and fondest musical memories. Sam is inspired by how much camaraderie, love, and joy is simply oozing out of his father and his best friend, but also how deeply they get underneath their favorite songs (originals, covers, and traditional/old-time tunes) and how expertly that material was curated.
05/25
Grand Parade boasts a 60-contingent (comparsa) lineup, with over 3,000 artists representing the cultural heritages of Brazil, Mexico, Panama, Bolivia, Cuba, Peru, Puerto Rico, Nicaragua, Colombia, Trinidad & Tobago, Guatemala, El Salvador, and more, then Enjoy entertainment at our four DJ Block Parties, five stages, Kids Zone, Drum Pavilion, and Skate Jam skateboarding area along Harrison St.
05/25
KC Turner Presents: COOKOUT CONCERT SERIES: Austin, Texas-based singer-songwriter and former frontman of The Ugly Americans and The Scabs, Bob Schneider is one of the most-celebrated musicians in the live music capital. Combining diverse styles, Schneider’s music spans genres, blending elements of folk, rock, rap, funk, bluegrass, reggae and country with the more traditional singer/songwriter aesthetic. In short, FRUNK.
05/26
BBQ on the LAWN with LOS LOBOS It’s a matter of time. 50 years to be exact. And in that time Los Lobos have created an unprecedented body of work, a legacy of greatness. The numbers are staggering: 100+ gigs a year for five decades running, crossing millions of miles to rock millions of fans. And that’s just at the live shows. In between they’ve recorded 17 studio albums, 7 live LPs, 3 compilations, 2 EPs, 2 DVDs, and contributed 40+ guest appearances on their friends’ recordings
05/26
For nearly two decades, Matisyahu has kept his creative spirit aflame by evolving his sound, melding genres, and testing the limits of the musical traditions that have inspired him. His latest release, Hold The Fire, and its leadoff single “Fireproof” takes inspiration from a fire dream inspired by Matisyahu’s Old Testament religion, which has meant so much to his spiritual and creative life since his recording career began in 2004 and his breakout track “King Without a Crown” blasted into the Billboard charts in 2005.
05/26
KC Turner Presents: COOKOUT CONCERT SERIES Sam’s aim in starting Sam Grisman Project is to build a container where he and his friends can showcase their genuine love and appreciation for the legacy of Dawg and Jerry’s music, the impact it has made on their own individual musical voices, and also to showcase the original music that their squad has to offer the world.
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05/26
Since first lighting up the world with their glorious fusion of country and soul, The War And Treaty have steadily built a legacy as one of the most iconic husband-and-wife duos in music history.
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05/27
Goose is an American jam band from Wilton, Connecticut, formed in 2014. The band consists of Peter Anspach, Cotter Ellis, Rick Mitarotonda, Jeff Arevalo, and Trevor Weekz Rock, progressive rock, funk, psychedelic rock, jam band
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05/28
The Wailers are a rare breed of musicians who have earned their place in the annals of music history. Their culture-defining music, embodying the spirit of the 70s reggae movement, has left an indelible mark on the industry.
05/28
Goose is an American jam band from Wilton, Connecticut, formed in 2014. The band consists of Peter Anspach, Cotter Ellis, Rick Mitarotonda, Jeff Arevalo, and Trevor Weekz Rock, progressive rock, funk, psychedelic rock, jam band
05/28
Club Fox Blues Jam Full Set followed by a “pro jam”. Sponsored by Jerry Foley and Silicon Valley Alliances – At age 15 Santa Cruz native Anthony Arya caught the performance bug on stage as a contestant on NBCÕs The Voice. Since then, Anthony has released two albums of original music winning numerous awards for his songwriting. As an accomplished guitarist and captivating performer, Arya has been collaborating with other like-minded musicians all around the Bay Area.
05/28
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), a revolving cast of incredibly talented musicians inhabits Mars Hotel, drawing from the Grateful DeadÕs vast catalog to delight Deadheads and dancers of all generations.
05/28
Moe’s Alley presents the official kick-off party for The Redwood Mountain Faire! Moe’s is a proud sponsor of this year’s Faire and is hosting a celebration featuring live music from Jive Machine and Sun Hop Fat. We’ll have drink specials, arts and crafts vendors and tons of giveaways, including tickets to the Faire and all kinds of swag!
05/28
A Killing night of Latin music imported straight from Cuba with Kai LyonsÕ Changuisonico! and: Éopening the night is the musical stylings of ** Special Guest Stars **
05/29
Pure energy. Unfiltered sound. Total mayhem. SKERIK doesn’t just play the sax—he bends it to his will, twisting jazz, funk, rock, and the avant-garde into something wild, raw, and unforgettable. A master of sonic chaos, he’s toured and recorded with legends like Les Claypool, Medeski Martin & Wood, Pearl Jam, and Fred Wesley, tearing up stages across the globe. From blistering improv with Critters Buggin to deep grooves with Garage a Trois, SKERIK’s performances are unhinged, unpredictable, and straight-up mind-melting. Over 200 recordings, countless sold-out shows, and a reputation as one of the most electrifying saxophonists alive—miss him at your own risk. The SKERIK QUARTET takes over Black Cat May 29 – June 1. Featuring Tim Kennedy on piano, Geoff Harper on bass, and D’Vonne Lewis on drums.
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05/29
indie psych-rock / progressive rock soul
05/29
Magilo : MUSIC FOR THE SOUL. Based in the Bay Area, Magilo’s unique sound fuses soulful vocals, dynamic bass lines and rhythms, and influences of rock, jazz and blues + Super Greens is a funk/rock group based in the San Francisco Bay Area + Litty DeBungus is a 6-10 piece funk ensemble from Oakland, Ca
05/29
This show is at The Crepe Place, NOT at Moe’s Alley/The Crepe Place presents: The Detroit Cobras are an American garage rock band from Detroit, Michigan, which was formed in 1994, Garage rock, garage punk + IFIC gritty ’66 garage rock and roll, with some opium den fuzz delirium, but throw in actual songwriting outside of the minor pentatonic trap.
05/29
Bread & Roses is a nonprofit arts organization with a human services mission. Founded in 1974 by the late singer-songwriter/guitarist Mimi Fari–a, Bread & Roses has consistently and reliably provided free live music and the performing arts to our San Francisco Bay Area neighbors most in need for over 50 years. The Second Annual Bread & Roses Golden Jam is our Spring fundraiser to celebrate our mission of bringing free live music to isolated audiences in a wide range of institutional settings in the San Francisco Bay Area.
05/29
Mestizo Beat is an instrumental group based out of Los Angeles offering the next wave of West Coast Latin Funk. Inspired by the 1960’s – 1970’s era of funk & soul, Mestizo Beat mixes afro-latin rhythms with deep grooves and psychedelic overtones
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05/29
CROSSEYED & PAINLESS is a Bay-Area-based supergroup of musicians celebrating the music of one of the most influential American Bands: Talking Heads. This is not a note-for-note tribute, but an open-ended exploration of some of their most famous, recognizable songs (Burning Down the House, Psycho Killer, Once in a Lifetime) as well as deeper cuts sprinkled in. There will be improvisation and lively, unpredictable musical interaction that varies from show to show.
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05/30
People have been arguing about punk rock since the big bang that created that high decibel universe. The Damned were at the heart of that revolution and have returned like resurrected vampires to take back the(ir) punk rock crown.
05/30
Formed in 2014, Soul Ska is a Bay Area collective with a fresh take on the classic ska/rocksteady idiom. The 10 piece band is comprised of veteran members of Bay Area bands such as Vinyl, Stymie & the Pimp Jones Love Orchestra, The Right Time, Albino!, El Radio Fantastique, Jethro Jeremiah Band and more.
05/30
Americana and roots singer-songwriter Jackie Greene is a jack-of-all-trades, and an artist who can croon over soulful piano ballads as much as he can shred a bluesy guitar solo (like he did as the lead guitarist for The Black Crowes in 2013). A road warrior and musician’s musician, Greene’s EP ‘The Modern Lives – Vol 2’ (2018 on Blue Rose Music) finds him at a new chapter in his life: his first months of fatherhood, time off his relentless touring circuit, and a cross-country move from Brooklyn to his birthplace of Northern California.
05/30
Inspired by early 70s Funk & Soul, this energetic Afro-Latin Soul ensemble has opened for The New Mastersounds, Polyrhythmics, and Orgone.
05/30
Pure energy. Unfiltered sound. Total mayhem. SKERIK doesn’t just play the sax—he bends it to his will, twisting jazz, funk, rock, and the avant-garde into something wild, raw, and unforgettable. A master of sonic chaos, he’s toured and recorded with legends like Les Claypool, Medeski Martin & Wood, Pearl Jam, and Fred Wesley, tearing up stages across the globe. From blistering improv with Critters Buggin to deep grooves with Garage a Trois, SKERIK’s performances are unhinged, unpredictable, and straight-up mind-melting. Over 200 recordings, countless sold-out shows, and a reputation as one of the most electrifying saxophonists alive—miss him at your own risk. The SKERIK QUARTET takes over Black Cat May 29 – June 1. Featuring Tim Kennedy on piano, Geoff Harper on bass, and D’Vonne Lewis on drums
05/30
(((folkYEAH!))) Presents; Jerry’s Middle Finger is a family of music-makers born from a deep collective love of all-things Jerry Garcia. Established in 2015, JMF has quickly become a spiritual destination for those searching for “the sound”
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05/30
Crosseyed & Painless came through a year ago and whipped the place into a frenzy with their ferocious take on the Talking Heads catalog. We’re ready for another sexy dance party! Spearheaded by the funky, jazzy, buttery stylings of Chris Zanardi (Five-Eyed Hand, High Beamz) on guitar, Crosseyed & Painless will tap in to the deep well of funk, groove and electrifying rock that defines the essence of the Talking Heads
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05/30
Luck is what happens when hard work meets opportunity, union of Eddie Roberts & The Lucky Strokes epitomizes that adage. The New Mastersounds’ guitarist/bandleader has a knack for leaning into individual strengths his recruitment of Mississippi-based guitarist/vocalist, Shelby Kemp, brings a Southern rock grit and candid, nimble songwriting to team up with the Tampa Bay-based Galbraith sisters who possess a simpatico rhythm section chemistry only found within a family bloodline. Powered by the urbane guitar playing and production of Roberts and you have a new tour de force ensemble that makes listeners stop in their tracks!
05/30
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 Live Oaks are a Nationally emerging Americana band from the San Francisco, Bay Area. Lead singing/drummer Evan Lanam
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05/30
REGGAE VIBES PRESENTS: Experience the heartbeat of reggae as Prezident Brown and the mighty i-Sound Band bring their signature conscious sound to the stage — live and direct! Opening the night with serious selector energy, DJ Chalice and Selected Joshua
05/31
The Terrapin Roadshow is a traveling concert series that brings the spirit, energy, and community of the old Terrapin Crossroads to a venue near you, firmly rooted in the songbook and style of Grateful Dead, while also leaving plenty of room to explore.
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05/31
El Radio Fantastique is a cinematic, genre-bending band that defies classification. It is led by its founder, Giovanni DiMorente. El Radio Fantastique has well over 3 hours of original material at their disposal that encompasses multiple musical genres.
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05/31
Metalachi was born over a decade ago as the result of a night of tequila-fueled mariachi debauchery and wild abuelitas screaming for the popular metal and mariachi songs of their youth; the resulting love child has had the power to remove bras and bring smiles to many people. Metalachi is not your mama’s mariachi band, cleverly combined world-class musicianship with a great deal of showmanship, in the way they mix folk influences with world-class musical skills and rock, puts on a great live show.
05/31
Pure energy. Unfiltered sound. Total mayhem. SKERIK doesn’t just play the sax—he bends it to his will, twisting jazz, funk, rock, and the avant-garde into something wild, raw, and unforgettable. A master of sonic chaos, he’s toured and recorded with legends like Les Claypool, Medeski Martin & Wood, Pearl Jam, and Fred Wesley, tearing up stages across the globe. From blistering improv with Critters Buggin to deep grooves with Garage a Trois, SKERIK’s performances are unhinged, unpredictable, and straight-up mind-melting. Over 200 recordings, countless sold-out shows, and a reputation as one of the most electrifying saxophonists alive—miss him at your own risk. The SKERIK QUARTET takes over Black Cat May 29 – June 1. Featuring Tim Kennedy on piano, Geoff Harper on bass, and D’Vonne Lewis on drums
05/31
Free Entry! Get ready for a night of electrifying rock n roll with The Unauthorized Rolling Stones, the ultimate tribute to the iconic band that defined generations! Experience the energy, raw talent
05/31
A Night of Live Shake YO’ AZZ Afro-Funk Disco Soul Urban Funk Dance Music
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05/31
(((folkYEAH!))) Presents; Jerry’s Middle Finger is a family of music-makers born from a deep collective love of all-things Jerry Garcia. Established in 2015, JMF has quickly become a spiritual destination for those searching for “the sound”
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05/31
The rise of Moody Cat to consideration as the hottest jamband in the Sierra Foothills has been a gradual ascent involving a little bit of ebb and a whole lot of flow. Constantly processing all the most elite influences from an array of musical genres, bandleader David Lee’s shaped himself into a renaissance man of eclecticism, striving to be the best drummer, vocalist or songwriter–leading Moody Cat into rarified air. The band is locked and loaded starting with Lee’s longtime collaborator, Brett Sanders on bass. If you’re going to have a funk/soul/rock jamband, this is the ferocious force of groove you want on your side.
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05/31
A Benefit for Non-Profit Organizations: 3 stages Music all day on the Meadow and Creekside stages -Children activities area, Bounce house, Face painting, Locally-made arts & crafts, Food, Wines from Santa Cruz Mountains wineries, Beers and ales from from local microbreweries, Train rides (not included in ticket price) And much more!
05/31
The Heavy Heavy filled a longtime void in the musical landscape, delivering a soulful breed of rock & roll untouched by modern artifice. As audiences across the globe grew enchanted with their era-bending sound, the UK-based band began selling out headline shows in major cities like New York and Chicago, opening for the likes of Black Pumas and Band of Horses, and earning critical comparisons to Jefferson Airplane, The Band, The Mamas & The Papas, and more
05/31
Dionne Warwick is a six-time Grammy Award-winning music legend who has earned more than 75 charted hit songs and sold over 100 million records. She was discovered by Burt Bacharach and Hal David in 1961, and went on to record 18 consecutive Top 100 singles (“Don’t Make Me Over,” “Walk on By,” “Say a Little Prayer,” “A House is Not a Home,” “Alfie,” “Heartbreaker,” “Deja Vu,” among countless others). She received her first Grammy in 1968 for “Do You Know the Way to San Jose?”.
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05/31
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 Mack; 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.
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05/31
Dance the day away to a variety of fantastic live music, 3 stages, alongside friends and family. Enjoy delicious, locally made foods, cold local beers, cider and wine in an open field, surrounded by majestic redwoods, all in the heart of the Santa Cruz Mountains. Kids free too! What more do you need? Get you tickets now! Enjoy the weekend or just a day at the Redwood Mountain Fair, where 100% of proceeds go to local charities!
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06/01
The Terrapin Roadshow is a traveling concert series that brings the spirit, energy, and community of the old Terrapin Crossroads to a venue near you, firmly rooted in the songbook and style of Grateful Dead, while also leaving plenty of room to explore.
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06/01
The New Mastersounds’ guitarist and bandleader has a knack for leaning into individual strengths and that sensibility is evidenced through his recruitment of Mississippi-based guitarist and vocalist, Shelby Kemp, who brings a Southern rock grit and candid, nimble songwriting to team up with the Tampa Bay-based Galbraith sisters who possess a simpatico rhythm section chemistry only found within a family bloodline.
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06/01
Pure energy. Unfiltered sound. Total mayhem. SKERIK doesn’t just play the sax—he bends it to his will, twisting jazz, funk, rock, and the avant-garde into something wild, raw, and unforgettable. A master of sonic chaos, he’s toured and recorded with legends like Les Claypool, Medeski Martin & Wood, Pearl Jam, and Fred Wesley, tearing up stages across the globe. From blistering improv with Critters Buggin to deep grooves with Garage a Trois, SKERIK’s performances are unhinged, unpredictable, and straight-up mind-melting. Over 200 recordings, countless sold-out shows, and a reputation as one of the most electrifying saxophonists alive—miss him at your own risk. The SKERIK QUARTET takes over Black Cat May 29 – June 1. Featuring Tim Kennedy on piano, Geoff Harper on bass, and D’Vonne Lewis on drums.
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06/01
The Detroit Cobras are an American garage rock band from Detroit, Michigan / rock & roll r&b soul / garage rock power pop
06/01
Dance the day away to a variety of fantastic live music, 3 stages, alongside friends and family. Enjoy delicious, locally made foods, cold local beers, cider and wine in an open field, surrounded by majestic redwoods, all in the heart of the Santa Cruz Mountains. Kids free too! What more do you need? Get you tickets now! Enjoy the weekend or just a day at the Redwood Mountain Fair, where 100% of proceeds go to local charities!
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06/03
The Squirrely Years: the industrial machine that is MINISTRY has manufactured immense amounts of sound during its 30+ years of musical artistry. Initially coming into existence in 1981,MINISTRYwasto be the lifetime passion project of front runner and founder Al Jourgensen.
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06/05
Join us for a night of extraordinary musical collaboration featuring some of the most talented artists in the scene! Renowned guitarist and visionary, Joe Marcinek is a force to be reckoned with in the world of jam music. Known for his genre-blending approach, Joe seamlessly weaves together the iconic sounds of the Grateful Dead with the infectious grooves of funk. Prepare for a sonic journey guided by Joe’s masterful guitar skills.
06/06
Describing the musical partnership of Natalie Cressman and Ian Faquini as a duo is accurate, but their collaboration contains multitudes. She’s a trombonist, vocalist and songwriter from San Francisco. He’s a composer, guitarist, and singer from Brasilia. Together they’ve honed a singularly expansive creative communion encompassing their love of the Brazilian songbook, jazz, Impressionism and sophisticated pop songcraft. Their original material features lyrics in Portuguese, French and English set to music drawing from a vast stylistic spectrum, sumptuous two-part vocal harmonies hugging Brazilian-accented Portuguese accompanied by trombone and acoustic guitar, Cressman and Faquini’s richly orchestrated sound seems to emanate from a much larger ensemble
06/06
The English Beat is a band with an energetic mix of musical styles and a sound like no other. The band’s unique sound has allowed it to endure for nearly four decades and appeal to fans, young and old, all over the world. The English Beat (known as The Beat in their native England) rushed on to the music scene in 1979!
06/06
This Funky rockstar collaboration returns to Boom Boom Room. DO NOT MISS OUT on what will be an EPIC SHOW! JOE MARCINEK BAND is an ever evolving mixture of original compositions and incredible musicians. Each show has a slightly different lineup and interpretation. The music is a blend of jazz and funk with a cerebral emphasis on groove and improvisation. The group has featured many prominent guests including Bernie Worrell (P-Funk,Talking Heads), Kris Myers (Umphrey’s McGee), Tony Hall (Dumpstaphunk, DaveMathews & Friends), Shaun Martin (Snarky Puppy, Kirk Franklin) and many more. + GrooveSession reigning from Southern California is always a musical experience that brings a Movin’ Groovin’ high energy Rock Show with flavors of Jam Rock, Funk, Jazz Fusion, and Reggae.
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06/07
A family friendly musical event in celebration of Sonoma County’s wildlands! Featuring Rising Appalachia, Gone Gone Beyond, Painted Mandolin, Broken Compass Bluegrass and more! There will be environmental information booths and presentations focusing on local issues, an eclectic assortment of crafters, food vendors, ART, and more! A portion of the proceeds will benefit local environmental organizations. Experience a day of inspiration, rhythm, and community connection with offerings like a Sound Immersion circle led by Danny Goldberg, an energetic Afro-Brazilian drumming workshop with Joe Craven and Mike Wofchuck, and meaningful discussions on volunteerism, activism, and environmental stewardship. From Wavy Gravy’s stories of creative resistance to talks on wildlife rescue, Sonoma Mountain, and the Laguna de Santa Rosa—plus family fun with Big Fun Circus—there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
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06/07
Charm & Decadence Tour: To commemorate the reissue, DBT will embark on Southern Rock Opera Revisited 2024 Tour, playing almost all of the album in its entirety, alongside a few songs that feel like part of the work’s continued relevance to the band.
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06/07
KC Turner Presents: COOKOUT CONCERT SERIES: Graham Thomas Parker (born 18 November 1950) is an English singer-songwriter, who is best known as the lead singer of the British band Graham Parker & the Rumour.
06/07
One Man! Two Nights! Three Decades of Hits! Over the course of five groundbreaking solo albums, three Grammy Awards (and 22 additional nominations), and recognition from both the Oscars and Golden Globes, Raphael Saadiq has cemented his status as a true icon of contemporary music. Between his work as an artist, producer, and songwriter, he has sold over 30 million records worldwide.
06/07
Savage Imperial death March II: Although the name Napalm Death has existed since 1981, as the band’s first line-up plundered the post- and anarcho-punk scenes for inspiration, it was 1987’s seminal Scum album that would ensure their place in the grand pantheon of heaviness. + The Melvins are one of modern music’s most influential bands, formed in 1983 Montesano, Washington, the group – founded by vocalist/guitarist Buzz Osborne, with drummer Dale Crover joining a year later – has been credited with merging the worlds of punk rock and heavy music, forming a new subgenre all their own.
06/07
The English Beat is a band with an energetic mix of musical styles and a sound like no other. The band’s unique sound has allowed it to endure for nearly four decades and appeal to fans, young and old, all over the world. The English Beat (known as The Beat in their native England) rushed on to the music scene in 1979!
06/07
A Night of Live Funky Shake YO AZZ Dance Music West Coast indie groove sensations Blu Egyptian are a youthful quartet based out of Chico, CA.
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06/07
Mr. Hat Presents: an evening with Funk and Soul powerhouse The Grease Traps! The Grease Traps are an 8-piece funk and soul powerhouse based in Oakland, CA. Featuring a well-oiled rhythm section, tight horns, and stirring vocals by that sharp-dressing, all-around fly dude, The Gata, their musical mix of hard-driving funk and lowdown soul is guaranteed to get your head noddin’ and cure your dance jones.
06/08
One Man! Two Nights! Three Decades of Hits! Over the course of five groundbreaking solo albums, three Grammy Awards (and 22 additional nominations), and recognition from both the Oscars and Golden Globes, Raphael Saadiq has cemented his status as a true icon of contemporary music. Between his work as an artist, producer, and songwriter, he has sold over 30 million records worldwide.
06/09
Two Nights! LIVE 105 presents: Mumford & Sons are a British folk rock band formed in London in 2007.
06/10
Dumpstaphunk has cemented its reputation as one of the most respected New Orleans musical institutions. Ivan Neville (keyboards/vocals) and Ian Neville (guitar), the sons of Aaron Neville and Art “Poppa Funk” Neville respectively, alongside original member Tony Hall (bass, guitar, vocals) have built upon their iconic NOLA legacy as they’ve transformed Dumpstaphunk into the city’s pre-eminent 21st-century funk-fusion export
06/10
(((folkYEAH!))) Presents: New York’s legendary Elysian Fields will appear at The Chapel to play songs from their 13th album, What The Thunder Said. Jennifer Charles and Oren Bloedow have set the gold standard for a career that builds respect among musical peers, a slow burn that brought them to Europe twice last year and into territories they had never before visited, their music continuing to reach new adoring fans some three decades in as a band. This will be a rare West Coast appearance.
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06/10
Two Nights! LIVE 105 presents: Mumford & Sons are a British folk rock band formed in London in 2007.
06/12
Bird in Paradise Album Tour/ The Cat Empire are an Australian jazz/funk band, formed in Melbourne, Victoria, in 1999 -Latin, jazz, funk, ska, reggae, alternative rock
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06/12
KC Turner Presents: COOKOUT CONCERT SERIES These stylistic elements, combined with plenty of spontaneous free form improvisation, create a sound that is uniquely David Nelson Band. Though the original songs are mostly written by Nelson, the development of all the material is a fully collaborative effort. These days the DNB only tour select areas a few times a year, as the individual band members are in high demand with other successful touring acts. Their loyal and enthusiastic fans relish these special times to reunite at Nelson family gatherings. DNB shows are a joyous reunion for all
06/13
Blue Note Napa outdoor Summer Sessions! Location: The Meritage Resort and Spa at 850 Bordeaux Way Napa 94558. Doors 5:30PM / Show 7PM event is OUTSIDE, RAIN OR SHINE. Grace Jones. Grace f****** Jones. That should be enough, but just in case you need more . . . Grace Jones as singer, actress, author, traveller, artist and revolutionist has been a shape-shifting trouble-making meta-presence in the entertainment universe since her emergence as a model in New York City and Paris in the early 1970s. Relishing the dangerous possibilities of late 1970s New York, her highly provocative often riotous shows in downtown lofts and nightclubs saw her crowned as Disco Queen with attitude and celebrated as an ultimate Gay Icon. Grace became one of the most audacious and unforgettable charactersÉ
06/13
KC Turner Presents: COOKOUT CONCERT SERIES James McMurtry (born March 18, 1962, in Fort Worth, Texas) is an American rock and folk rock/americana singer, songwriter, guitarist, bandleader, and occasional actor (Daisy Miller, Lonesome Dove, and narrator of Ghost Town: 24 Hours in Terlingua). He performs with veteran bandmates Daren Hess, Cornbread and Tim Holt.
06/13
Kick off the weekend with free live music in Golden Gate Park! Bring your favorite drinks, tasty snacks, and enjoy this all-ages show featuring 2 sets by Sgt. Splendor
06/13
The English Beat is a band with an energetic mix of musical styles and a sound like no other. The band’s unique sound has allowed it to endure for nearly four decades and appeal to fans, young and old, all over the world. The English Beat (known as The Beat in their native England) rushed on to the music scene in 1979!
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06/13
Brass sensation The Soul Rebels started with an idea – to expand upon the pop music they loved on the radio and the New Orleans brass tradition they grew up on. They took that tradition and blended funk and soul with elements of hip hop, jazz and rock all within the style of a modernized and contemporary brass band.
06/13
Jenerator is stoked to check out SF’s newest venue! We’ll bring our signature jam-infused Americana/blues/rock vibes, you bring – well, YOU! And a handful of friends to boogie with….. This place is a massive, all-in-one experience that has to be seen to be believed. In addition to at least 6 venues, the newly renovated establishment has rehearsal rooms, hotel and hostel rooms, and a cafe, bar and bistro. Come see what the buzz is all about!
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06/13
Jenerator’s signature upbeat grooves have been rolling through venues and festivals around NorCal with a rollicking blend of jam-infused Americana/blues/rock since 2021. Their high energy live shows deliver a mix of original tunes seamlessly blended with favorite picks from venerated artists such as Muddy Waters, Jerry Garcia, Bob Dylan, Nina Simone, Tom Waits, Mavis Staples, and more. The melting pot of veteran players keeps Jenerator’s sound fresh and fun, and always evolving. Catch the magic all over the Bay Area and beyond!
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06/13
Formed over two decades ago, the funk six-piece The Motet have learned to work as an interlocking unit, with each member bolstering one another towards the best creative output. This symbiosis has led to a unique style and cohesive musical chemistry
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06/13
Mr. Hat Presents 6PM Two sets, music starts 6:30 ages outdoor venue Rio Nido Roadhouse in Redwood Country an evening with WICKED MESSENGERS- a live show celebrating the collaborative tour and album by The Grateful Dead & Bob Dylan, with maybe just a little Neil Young sprinkled in. Featuring an allstar lineup led by Jay Wilcox (Lovin’ Dead) and Pat Nevins (Shakey Zimmerman).
06/14
This 8-piece band brings authentic album-worthy renditions of Pink Floyd favorites with soaring vocal talents, exquisite musicianship, and visual experiences that has grown their fanbase exponentially and sold out local venues since the founding in 2021.
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06/14
KC Turner Presents: COOKOUT CONCERT SERIES James McMurtry (born March 18, 1962, in Fort Worth, Texas) is an American rock and folk rock/americana singer, songwriter, guitarist, bandleader, and occasional actor (Daisy Miller, Lonesome Dove, and narrator of Ghost Town: 24 Hours in Terlingua). He performs with veteran bandmates Daren Hess, Cornbread and Tim Holt.
06/14
Blue Note Napa outdoor Summer Sessions! Location: The Meritage Resort and Spa at 850 Bordeaux Way Napa 94558. Doors 5:30PM / Show 7PM event is OUTSIDE, RAIN OR SHINE. Little Feat is very possibly the last-man-standing example of what used to be the norm in American music, a fusion of a broad span of styles and genres into something utterly distinctive. They combined earthy, organic material with first-rate musicianship in a combination that transcends boundaries. Feat took California rock, funk, folk, jazz, country, rockabilly, and New Orleans swamp boogie and more, stirred it into a rich gumbo, and has been leading people in joyful dance ever since. dancing for decades.
06/14
20 Years of Bloc Party: Performing Silent Alarm & Greatest Hits – Bloc Party are an English rock band that was formed in London in 1999 by co-founders Kele Okereke (lead vocals, rhythm guitar, piano, sampler) and Russell Lissack (lead guitar, synthesizers). Their brand of music, whilst rooted in rock, retains elements of other genres such as electronica and house music.
06/14
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, CEO of Feed.fm
06/14
Mr. Hat Presents:7 pm doors, 7:30 Bella & Friends a magical summer night in Sugartown with the much anticipated return of BELLA RAYNE & FRIENDS. A great night of classic rock at a great small-town spot on the edge of the Ease Bay. 17-year-old guitar prodigy Bella Rayne takes the stage alongside a handpicked selection of the Bay Area’s finest musiciansÉ delivering a potent blend of blues, country, and rock n roll, infused with a healthy dose of Jerry Garcia, the unmistakable twang of Southern charm and no shortage of improvised, heartfelt jams.
06/14
A SHAKE YO AZZ, SOUL, FUNK, RnB SUPER SHOW! Tori Roze and The Hot Mess are a soulful force to be reckoned with.
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06/15
Andy McCluskey is pushed to pick his highlights from the 40 years of Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark (OMD): there have been so many. There’s the time he first held their debut single, Electricity, on Factory Records. There was the first of their staggering 29 Top Of The Pops appearances, when the Wirral electronic giants-to-be were initially so surprised to find themselves on the telly alongside Elton John and Bonnie Langford he mouthed “What are we doing here?!” at synth-playing OMD partner Paul Humphreys.
06/15
5/4 Lottery Opens: This event uses a lottery system for ticket distribution, see link
06/17
Elvis Costello to Play Early Classics on 2025 Tour with The Imposters
06/17
KC Turner Presents: COOKOUT CONCERT SERIES: Bill Frisell’s career as a guitarist and composer has spanned more than 40 years and many celebrated recordings, whose catalog has been cited by Downbeat as “the best recorded output of the decade.” In recent years, Frisell has forged a distinctive and fruitful collaboration with the Blue Note label, releasing HARMONY, Valentine and FOUR to great acclaim.
06/18
All Over The World Tour: The Kooks, whose 2006 debut sold over 2 million copies, have unexpectedly found themselves beloved by a new generation. While their original fans remain, they’ve layered on a fervent Gen Z following, headlining festivals and selling out shows worldwide. Social media has made them a generations’ new favourite band again, introducing their unmistakable Brit-pop joy to fresh ears.
06/18
KC Turner Presents: COOKOUT CONCERT SERIES: Bill Frisell’s career as a guitarist and composer has spanned more than 40 years and many celebrated recordings, whose catalog has been cited by Downbeat as “the best recorded output of the decade.” In recent years, Frisell has forged a distinctive and fruitful collaboration with the Blue Note label, releasing HARMONY, Valentine and FOUR to great acclaim.
06/19
Silversun Pickups is an American alternative rock band from Los Angeles that was formed in 2000. Alternative rock indie rock, post-punk revival, dream pop
06/20
Marin County Band with several albums and a huge bay area fan base reaching Tahoe and beyond. Vinyl can sound like the best live funk, Latin, reggae or dub band you’ve heard in ages, and sometimes, all at the same time, packed with killer musicianship and crafty arrangements, proving you can have both substance and style.
06/20
Midnight North takes its cue from the fertile Bay Area music scene. Formed in early 2012 by singer/songwriters Grahame Lesh and Elliott Peck, whose harmonies came as naturally as the initial songs, along with bassist Connor O’Sullivan. The band’s current-day lineup was completed when drummer/banjo player Nathan Graham came aboard after a chance meeting at a benefit concert in Philadelphia
06/20
Reggae: One of the great success stories of the 80’s, arrived on the dancehall scene and swiftly remodeled it in his own image. Although numerous DJ’s and vocalist would rise and fall during this decade, Levy was one of the few with staying power, and he continued releasing massive hits well into the 90’s. Born in Kingston, Jamaica, as a youngster, Barrington Levy formed the Mighty Multitude with his cousin Everton Dacres.
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06/20
The Function: Hip Hop Legends, Too $hort, Scarface, and DJ Quik are coming together to deliver The Function. 1 Stage, 1 Band, 3 icons going song-for-song as they celebrate their friendship and love for music. DonÕt miss the stories and music that have shaped hip hop over the last 5 decades. The Function, June 20, only at The Fox Theater Oakland.
06/20
Freestone Peaches is Northern California’s premier Allman Brothers Band tribute. Featuring dual harmony lead guitars, double drums, Tractor Bass, Hammond organ and an exceptional vocalist, you’ll be on your feet while the band is hittin’ the note! Freestone Peaches captures the feel, excitement and raw energy of the Allman Brothers Band live in concert.
06/21
JaM Cellars Presents: A singer, composer and actor, Lyle Lovett has broadened the definition of American music in a career that spans 14 albums. Coupled with his gift for storytelling, the Texas-based musician fuses elements of country, swing, jazz, folk, gospel and blues in a convention-defying manner that breaks down barriers.
06/21
The 3rd Annual Presidio Theatre Bliss Fest, a two-day intimate outdoor weekend music festival featuring a diverse lineup of Bay Area artists.
06/21
Club Fox is proud to present a 14-piece tribute to Frank Zappa with San JoseÕs Stinkfoot Orchestra featuring Napoleon Murphy Brock. This 14-piece tribute to Frank Zappa pulls no punches – delivering Frank’s music with accuracy and integrity. These 2 shows will feature iconic Zappa alum, Napoleon Murphy Brock on tenor sax and vocals and the band will perform completely different sets each night.
06/21
NEW ORLEANS FUNK & SF SOUL HONKY TONK! All star badazz New Orleans inspired, Piano Driven, groovin, FUNKY & Greasy Honky -Tonk Get-Down Music to Shake Yo Azz. Sensational show going ALL NIGHT LONG
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06/22
The 3rd Annual Presidio Theatre Bliss Fest, a two-day intimate outdoor weekend music festival featuring a diverse lineup of Bay Area artists.
06/22
5/11 Lottery Opens: This event uses a lottery system for ticket distribution, see link
06/22
Club Fox is proud to present a 14-piece tribute to Frank Zappa with San JoseÕs Stinkfoot Orchestra featuring Napoleon Murphy Brock. This 14-piece tribute to Frank Zappa pulls no punches – delivering Frank’s music with accuracy and integrity. These 2 shows will feature iconic Zappa alum, Napoleon Murphy Brock on tenor sax and vocals and the band will perform completely different sets each night.
06/24
Last Summer on Earth Tour 2025; Over the course of 35 years, the beloved quartet has sold over 15 million records worldwide and built up an arsenal of hits such as “If I Had $1,000,000,” “One Week,” “Pinch Me,” and “The Big Bang Theory Theme.” Widely acknowledged as one of the best live acts on the planet, BNL has hosted a cruise, had their own Ben & Jerry’s ice cream flavor, and participated in the first-ever space-to-earth musical collaboration with astronaut Chris Hadfield
06/25
Prepare to embark on a mesmerizing journey through the golden era of psychedelic blues and the seeds of the ‘jam band’ scene as Live Dead & Brothers takes the stage. Comprised of actual and legacy members from the extended Grateful Dead and Allman Brothers families, set to revive the timeless magic of the late 1960s and early 1970s, line-up feat: Berry Duane Oakley from The Allman Betts Band, Mark Karan from Bob Weir & Rat Dog, Scott Guberman from Phil Lesh & Friends, Pete Lavezzoli from Oteil & Friends and very special guest, slide guitarist, Steve Kimock.
06/26
Back To Bedlam 20th Anniversary Tour: James Blunt (born James Hillier Blount, 22 February 1974) is an English singer, songwriter and musician. He is known for his 2004 songs “You’re Beautiful” and “Goodbye My Lover /folk rock
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06/26
Prepare to embark on a mesmerizing journey through the golden era of psychedelic blues and the seeds of the ‘jam band’ scene as Live Dead & Brothers takes the stage. Comprised of actual and legacy members from the extended Grateful Dead and Allman Brothers families, set to revive the timeless magic of the late 1960s and early 1970s, line-up feat: Berry Duane Oakley from The Allman Betts Band, Mark Karan from Bob Weir & Rat Dog, Scott Guberman from Phil Lesh & Friends, Pete Lavezzoli from Oteil & Friends and very special guest, slide guitarist, Steve Kimock.
06/27
Earth, Wind & Fire are a music institution. In 1969, music legend Maurice White birthed the music force named after the elements from his very own astrological charts. With soul as deep as the plant, Earth, Wind & Fire charted a history that will live on forever. They’ve scored eight number one hits and have sold more than 100 million albums worldwide. They’ve released 23 albums; eight of those albums went Double Platinum and hit the Top 10, making them one of the best-selling artists of all time
06/28
KC Turner Presents: COOKOUT CONCERT SERIES: Hailed by the San Francisco Chronicle as “one of the Bay AreaÕs most beloved live outfits,” The Mother Hips’ headline and festival performances have became the stuff of legend, finding them sharing stages with everyone from Johnny Cash and Wilco to Lucinda Williams and The Black Crowes. Rolling Stone called the band “divinely inspired”
06/29
Lake Street Dive have pushed the possibilities of pop music as a unifying force, not only through their eclectic sound – a boldly original cross-pollination of soul, folk, jazz, classic pop, and more – the five-piece’s all-embracing ethos has also made them a beloved live band known for building a potent connection among every crowd.
06/29
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06/29
HOPMONK PRESENTS 19 Voices in Solidarity fundraising event for ACLU Feat: Sarah Baker, Emily Bonn, Loralee Christensen, Deborah Crooks, Marina Crouse, Roberta Donnay, Aireene Espiritu, Jaeger & Reid, Ellie James, The Keller Sisters, Amie Penwell and more tba. MC Mindi Levine (The Krush-FM 95.9)
07/03
Lineup includes ALO, Amy Helm Band, Andy Frasco, Bamba Wassoulou Groove, Barr Brothers, Bobby Alu, Boombox, Broken Compass Bluegrass, Cat Clyde, Daniel Donato, Diggin’ Dirt, Dogs In A Pile, Elias Alexander, Handmade Moments, Helm Family Midnight Ramble, Holly Bowling, John Craigie, Johnny & The Yooahoos, Jonathan Scales Fourchestra, Karina Rykman, LaMP, Les Green & The Swayzees, Low Cut Connie, Lucky Break, Lyrics Born, Mikaela Davis, Mescalito, Miko Marks, Mitchum Yacoub, Molly Tuttle, Natalie Cressman & Ian Faquini, Nathan Moore, OTT, Pamela Parker’s Fantastic Machine, Parlor Greens, Punkadelick. Rainbow Girls, Ron Artis II, Sally Baby’s Silver Dollars, Scott Pemberton, Sgt Splendor, Smoked Out Soul, Steve Poltz, Surprise Me Mr Davis, The Coffis Brothers, The Great North Special, The Rumble, The Slip. The Heeters, and Whiskerman + Artists at Large Jennifer Hartswick and Lebo ++ even more to come!!
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07/03
All the world’s a dance floor when Lavay Smith & Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers start to play. A bona fide San Francisco institution, Smith has been a YBGF favorite since the 20th century, when she and her Skillet Lickers played a central role in the swing music revival of the 1990s. Smith earned international renown with her dance-inducing West Coast jump blues, Kansas City swing, and Depression-era torch songs,
07/03
The Hot Licks, original members of Dan’s backing band, perform Dan’s classic songs in the style that Dan Hicks invented Ð Folk/Swing! Ð A blend of Gypsy Jazz, Folk and Swing with lots of vocal harmonies
07/03
The Tits Out Tour: Kesha Rose Sebert born March 1, 1987), stylized as Ke$ha, is an American singer and songwriter. Her first major success came in 2009 when she was featured on rapper Flo Rida’s number-one single, “Right Round” + Scissor Sisters are an American pop rock band formed in 2000. electropop glam rock disco
07/06
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07/06
KC Turner Presents: COOKOUT CONCERT SERIES: Much like community, music nourishes us mentally, emotionally, and spiritually, invites us to come together under the same roof and in a shared moment. In similar fashion, John Craigie rallies a closeness around music anchored by his expressive and stirring songcraft, emotionally charged vocals, lively soundscapes, and uncontainable spirit. The Portland, OR-based singer, songwriter, and producer invites everyone into this space on his 2024 full-length album, Pagan Church. Following tens of millions of streams, sold out shows everywhere, and praise from Rolling Stone and more, he continues to captivate.
07/10
Stanford Live Presents: Witness a showcase of Tchaikovsky’s most beautiful and enchanting music, including selections from the ballet music to Sleeping Beauty, the passionate Romeo and Juliet Overture-Fantasy, and his famed violin concerto. The program culminates in the rousing 1812 Overture. Stephanie Childress, conductor Blake Pouliot, violin
07/11
Mason Jennings is an American folk-pop singer-songwriter. Born in Hawaii, Jennings moved with his family to Pittsburgh at an early age. Jennings learned to play guitar at the age of 13, when he began writing songs. Jennings later dropped out of school and moved to Minneapolis. Indie folk, folk-rock
07/11
((folkYEAH!))) Presents: This year, 2025, will be the 60th anniversary of the FLAMIN’ GROOVIES!! They are the rarest of rare. A band from the sixties, who changed course in the seventies, never bowed to any then-current trends, avoided great commercial success, took a break for twenty years, survived it all, and have been going strong for the past twelve. Their audience is an amazing mix of young and old, many of whom may have only recently discovered them. + The Minks — All-girl Kinks tribute
07/11
KC Turner Presents: COOKOUT CONCERT SERIES: The Expendables have proven anything but in their nearly 25-year career since starting out as a spirited party band in high school performing surf-rock covers for birthdays and family gatherings. A quarter-century later, elementary school buddies Raul Bianchi, Adam Peterson andGeoff Weers, along with bassist Ryan DeMars, who joined in 2000, have forged a unique sound born in the laid-back beach life in their hometown of Santa Cruz, CA.
07/11
KC Turner Presents: COOKOUT CONCERT SERIES: Bill Kirchen, Andy Stein, John Tichy and Buffalo Bruce Barlow, with Paul Revelli, Peter Siegel and special guest Floyd Domino. Grammy nominated guitarist, singer and songwriter Bill Kirchen has been called a “Titan of the Telecaster” by Guitar Player Magazine, “an American treasure” and “one of our best” by Rolling Stone Magazine. Kirchen co-founded the original Americana band, Commander Cody and his Lost Planet Airmen.
07/12
here I Come Tour: Barrington Ainsworth Levy (born 30 April 1964) is a Jamaican reggae and dancehall artist.
07/12
KC Turner Presents: COOKOUT CONCERT SERIES: Bill Kirchen, Andy Stein, John Tichy and Buffalo Bruce Barlow, with Paul Revelli, Peter Siegel and special guest Floyd Domino. Grammy nominated guitarist, singer and songwriter Bill Kirchen has been called a “Titan of the Telecaster” by Guitar Player Magazine, “an American treasure” and “one of our best” by Rolling Stone Magazine. Kirchen co-founded the original Americana band, Commander Cody and his Lost Planet Airmen.
07/13
6/1 Lottery Opens: This event uses a lottery system for ticket distribution, see link
07/13
Blue Note Napa outdoor Summer Sessions! Location: The Meritage Resort and Spa at 850 Bordeaux Way Napa 94558. Doors 5:30PM / Show 7PM event is OUTSIDE, RAIN OR SHINE. Violent Femmes formed in 1981 as an acoustic punk band playing on the streets of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Their main influences were Gene Vincent and the Blue Caps and The Velvet Underground. After being rejected for an audition by a local nightclub, the Femmes set up outside a Pretenders gig and began to play. Pretenders’ lead singer Chrissie Hynde asked them to open that night’s show, which gave the young band a publicity boost and caught the attention of Richard Hell, who invited the Femmes to open for him in NYC. A rave review in the New York Times eventually led to a record deal, which in turn spawned worldwide touring. Violent Femmes eponymous debut album became the first and only album in Billboard history to enter the charts with a platinum…
07/13
KC Turner Presents: COOKOUT CONCERT SERIES; Eilen Jewell (born April 6, 1979) is an American singer-songwriter from Boise, Idaho. She has released 13 albums. Americana, blues, country, folk, gospel, honky-tonk
07/16
KC Turner Presents: COOKOUT CONCERT SERIES: Robert Earl Keen, a renowned singer-songwriter from Houston, Texas, has built a prolific career over three decades with a focus on writing and performing his own songs. His ambition to create great music and share it onstage has led to 21 albums and countless live performances, earning him recognition as a living legend and pioneer in the Americana music genre.
07/17
3 days of artists spanning a wide range of musical genres including Americana, Funk, Rock, Bluegrass, Folk, Blues and Gospel.
07/17
We will maybe never know what Shinyribs is. Sometimes, it’s a sprawling multi-piece ensemble slapping the air until it grooves; sometimes he’s a somber subtle songwriter pouring poetry on the ground from a cup half full. Either way it’s always the house-party-meets-library that is, Kevin Russell.
07/18
The Terrapin Roadshow is a traveling concert series that brings the spirit, energy, and community of the old Terrapin Crossroads to a venue near you, firmly rooted in the songbook and style of Grateful Dead, while also leaving plenty of room to explore.
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07/18
Brit Floyd and Alan Parsons represent a unique and captivating blend of musical innovation and tribute art, each bringing their distinct essence to the live stage. Brit Floyd is widely recognized as the world’s premiere Pink Floyd experience show.
07/19
The Terrapin Roadshow is a traveling concert series that brings the spirit, energy, and community of the old Terrapin Crossroads to a venue near you, firmly rooted in the songbook and style of Grateful Dead, while also leaving plenty of room to explore.
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07/19
The Recyclists’ groove is location based. They are driven by a love of horn lines, and a grand desire to funk it up. It’s all original music and always fun. + Litty deBungus is a 6-10 piece Funk ensemble from Oakland formed in 2018. With bass-driven rhythms, powerful horn section, searing guitar solos, and soulful vocals – the dance party never stops! + Rosewater Dreamy folk music meets vibrant, femme-forward pop – with a touch of sass. Rosewater is a vocal-powered quartet created by singer-songwriters Antonia Miran and Ellen Chamberlin. These two sirens hail from the East Bay and write songs full of poetry and grit that will crack your heart wide open.
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07/19
WISH YOU WERE HERE 50th Anniversary
07/19
Toad the Wet Sprocket, the beloved alternative rock band from Santa Barbara, California. Their ability to blend introspective songwriting with catchy, folk-influenced rock has cemented them as a lasting presence in the music world.
07/20
The Terrapin Roadshow is a traveling concert series that brings the spirit, energy, and community of the old Terrapin Crossroads to a venue near you, firmly rooted in the songbook and style of Grateful Dead, while also leaving plenty of room to explore.
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07/20
Garrison Keillor Tonight is an afternoon of stand-up, storytelling, audience song, and poetry. One man, one microphone.
07/20
6/8 Lottery Opens: This event uses a lottery system for ticket distribution, see link
07/20
KC Turner Presents: COOKOUT CONCERT SERIES: SHINYRIBS defies genres as a sonic melting pot of Texas blues, New Orleans R&B funk, horn-driven Memphis soul, country twang, border music, big band swing, and roots-rock. The Austin-based nine-piece (sometimes 10-piece) supergroup is led by Kevin Russell, the charismatic frontman with colorful suits and extravagant shoes who continuously swaps out an electric guitar for a ukulele and never falls short of creating a cinematic experience with on-stage antics that often include him donning a light-up cloak or leading a conga line through the crowd
07/21
BK is back and he’s not the same. Who could be after the heartbreak he’s endured since the sudden passing of his 16-year old son. Instead of hiding away, the beloved indie-rocker is walking through the fire of grief with intention and purpose. This unimaginable journey has led him to his seventh album, Cover The Mirrors, and the accompanying tour which begins on April 15th.
07/22
Midsummer Daydream Tour: Regina Ilyinichna Spektor (born February 18, 1980) is a Russian-born American singer, songwriter, and pianist -Anti-folk, indie-pop, alternative rock
07/23
Deltron 3030 is an alternative hip hop supergroup composed of producer Dan the Automator, rapper Del the Funky Homosapien, and Kid Koala. They also collaborate with a variety of other musicians under many futuristic pseudonyms.
07/23
Duane Betts ignites and brings an evolution to the Southern rock tradition. With a fiery legacy forged by his father, the legendary Dickey Betts, the second generation musician infuses it with his own soul-stirring blend of blues, raw passion, and six-string mastery. Backed by his band, Palmetto Motel, Betts delivers a dynamic live show filled with searing guitar solos, heartfelt storytelling, and a mix of classic influences with fresh energy.
07/23
KC Turner Presents: COOKOUT CONCERT SERIES: NMA started by brother Luther and Cody Dickinson in 1996 as a loose collective of musicians from their North Mississippi home inspired by their father Jim Dickinson as well as neighbors and musical elders of their community; RL Burnside, Junior Kimbrough, Otha Turner and Fred McDowell.
07/24
Tony N’ Tina’s Wedding is a one-of-a-kind theatrical experience like no other! It’s an Off-Broadway comedy staged as a festive celebration in which the audience doesn’t just watch the show but participates directly in the fun as members of the family or friends of the bride and groom. $150.00 ticket includes Ceremony, Reception & Family Style Buffet. Cash Bar. All performances are limited to 200 people and will take place in the Presidio Theatre’s outdoor courtyard in a 2,400 square foot tent. Attendees will sit family style and seating is First-Come, First-Served. All parties will be able to sit together.
07/24
Deltron 3030 is an alternative hip hop supergroup composed of producer Dan the Automator, rapper Del the Funky Homosapien, and Kid Koala. They also collaborate with a variety of other musicians under many futuristic pseudonyms.
07/25
Tony N’ Tina’s Wedding is a one-of-a-kind theatrical experience like no other! It’s an Off-Broadway comedy staged as a festive celebration in which the audience doesn’t just watch the show but participates directly in the fun as members of the family or friends of the bride and groom. $150.00 ticket includes Ceremony, Reception & Family Style Buffet. Cash Bar. All performances are limited to 200 people and will take place in the Presidio Theatre’s outdoor courtyard in a 2,400 square foot tent. Attendees will sit family style and seating is First-Come, First-Served. All parties will be able to sit together.
07/26
Tony N’ Tina’s Wedding is a one-of-a-kind theatrical experience like no other! It’s an Off-Broadway comedy staged as a festive celebration in which the audience doesn’t just watch the show but participates directly in the fun as members of the family or friends of the bride and groom. $150.00 ticket includes Ceremony, Reception & Family Style Buffet. Cash Bar. All performances are limited to 200 people and will take place in the Presidio Theatre’s outdoor courtyard in a 2,400 square foot tent. Attendees will sit family style and seating is First-Come, First-Served. All parties will be able to sit together.
07/26
Joshua Michael Tillman (born May 3, 1981), better known by his stage name Father John Misty, is an American musician. He is known for his satirical lyrics and eccentric performance style.
07/26
Fitz Albert Cotterell aka Prezident Brown was born in Johnny’s Hill district on the Bullhead Mountain, Jamaica in the mid-1960’s and raised in Oracabessa, St Mary. He built up a reputation by performing on local sound systems throughout the 1980’s, under various names including Junior Ranking, before starting his recording career in the late 1980’s. He was given the name Prezident Brown by producer and sound system operator Jack Ruby, who made him the resident deejay on his Hi-Power sound system.
07/27
Tony N’ Tina’s Wedding is a one-of-a-kind theatrical experience like no other! It’s an Off-Broadway comedy staged as a festive celebration in which the audience doesn’t just watch the show but participates directly in the fun as members of the family or friends of the bride and groom. $150.00 ticket includes Ceremony, Reception & Family Style Buffet. Cash Bar. All performances are limited to 200 people and will take place in the Presidio Theatre’s outdoor courtyard in a 2,400 square foot tent. Attendees will sit family style and seating is First-Come, First-Served. All parties will be able to sit together.
07/27
6/15 Lottery Opens: This event uses a lottery system for ticket distribution, see link
07/27
SUMMER TOUR 2025: Dispatch is an American indie/roots band + John Charles Wiltshire-Butler (born 1 April 1975), known as John Butler, an American-Australian singer, songwriter, and music producer best known for his time as the eponymous frontman of the John Butler Trio, a roots and jam band
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07/29
LIVE 105 presents Summer of Discontent Tour: Dropkick Murphys proudly remain Boston’s rock n roll underdogs turned champions. Since 1996, the boys have created the kind of music that’s meant to be chanted at last call, in packed arenas, and during the fourth quarter, third period, or ninth inning of a comeback rally. Aside from essentially defining the California half-pipe punk blueprint, Bad Religion has defied the usual trend-shifts or values-ditched ubiquities of the usual punk band storyline and morphed along with challenging album after challenging album amid astoundingly consistent touring, retaining their core audience while roping in subsequent generations of anxiously energetic kids.
07/30
I Hear Thunder Tour marks the long-awaited return of four-time Grammy-nominated artist Tab Benoit. Renowned for his distinctive guitar tone and Otis-Redding-esque voice, Benoit has been acaptivating figure in the roots music world for over thirty years.
07/31
JaM Cellars Presents: I Hear Thunder Tour marks the long awaited return of four time Grammy nominated artist Tab Benoit. Renowned for his distinctive guitar tone and Otis-Redding-esque voice, Benoit has been a captivating figure in the roots music world for over thirty years.
08/01
All Star Band, special guests, art pop up, birthday cake, ice cream and more.
08/02
Summer Circus Tour 2025: Less Than Jake is an American ska punk band from Gainesville, Florida, formed in 1992. + Fishbone is an American rock band from Los Angeles, California. Formed in 1979, the band plays a fusion of ska, punk, funk, metal, reggae, and soul. AllMusic has described the group as “one of the most distinctive and eclectic alternative rock bands of the late 1980s.
08/02
23rd Annual Jerry Day Jerry Garcia Amphitheater McLaren Park, San Francisco, 20 year anniversary of Jerry Garcia Amphitheater & 60 Year Anniversary of Grateful Dead
08/03
6/22 Lottery Opens: This event uses a lottery system for ticket distribution, see link
08/03
Melissa Lou Etheridge (born May 29, 1961) is an American singer, songwriter, musician, and guitarist. Her eponymous debut album was released in 1988 and became an underground success. It peaked at No. 22 on the Billboard 200: Heartland rock, roots rock, folk rock, blues rock
08/03
For over 30 years, The Fabulous Thunderbirds have been the quintessential American band. The group’s distinctive and powerful sound, influenced by a diversity of musical styles, manifested itself into a unique musical hybrid via such barnburners as “Tuff Enuff” and “Wrap It Up”. Co-founder Kim Wilson, the sole original member, still spearheads the group as it evolves into its newest incarnation.
08/08
The beloved event inspired by the timeless music and spirit of Jerry Garcia and the Grateful Dead is back! An intimate gathering in gorgeous Mendocino County featuring three days of mighty fine music, camping under the stars, delicious meals of locally-sourced ingredients, and activities for the whole family. This year’s lineup features a stellar roster of performers: Stu Allen & Mars Hotel, The Freestone Peaches, Halden Wofford & the Hi*Beams, Brown Eyed Women, Achilles Wheel, Broken Compass Bluegrass, Shakedown Strings, Alamo Mission Band, and Shakedown String Band. Dead on the Creek pays homage to the improvisational energy, deep connection, and sense of togetherness that Jerry Garcia and the Grateful Dead inspired in their fans. Starting as a small gathering of Deadheads on Uncle John’s property in Willits, it was moved to Black Oak Ranch in 2024. This festival creates a space where music lovers can gather to celebrate the shared spirit inspired by the legendary band that brought people together…
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08/08
The Headhunters, the legendary jazz-funk ensemble co-led by percussionist Bill Summers and drummer Mike Clark with NEA Jazz Master Donald Harrison on alto saxophone, celebrated the band’s 50th anniversary in 2023.
08/09
Co Presented by KALW Music: unforgettable night of Afrobeat magic as the legendary Femi Kuti lights up The UC Theatre! Femi and continues the legacy of his father, Fela Kuti, while carving his own path as a global icon. Four time grammy-nominee Femi Kuti is going to perform a show that will speak to the soul. Femi has captivated audiences worldwide with his powerful horn lines, infectious grooves, and steadfast dedication. Don’t miss this night of grooves and powerful messages!
08/10
5/29 Lottery Opens: This event uses a lottery system for ticket distribution, see link
08/13
For more than two decades, the GRAMMY and Academy Award-nominated rock band Counting Crows have enchanted listeners worldwide with their intensely soulful and intricate take on timeless rock & roll. Exploding onto the music scene in 1993 with their multi-platinum breakout album, August and Everything After, the band has gone on to release seven studio albums, selling more than 20 million records worldwide, and is revered as one of the worldÕs most pre-eminent live touring rock bands.
08/14
After an eight-year absence, Alabama Shakes are poised to make their return announcing a 2025 Tour across the U.S. The Athens, AL-raised band, comprised of vocalist/guitarist Brittany Howard, guitarist Heath Fogg, and bassist Zac Cockrell exploded onto the scene in 2012 with their debut album Boys & Girls, (ATO Records), which entered BillboardÕs Independent Albums chart at No. 1. Boys & Girls earned the band multiple GRAMMY nominations and was hailed as one of the yearÕs best albums
08/14
Kokoroko is a London-based septet led by Sheila Maurice-Grey and Onome Edgeworth playing a fusion of jazz and Afrobeat. In February 2019 they were named “ones to watch” by the Guardian, after their track “Abusey Junction” garnered 57 million views on YouTube.
08/15
Presented by Richter Entertainment Group Reggae royalty is coming to the Sierra Foothills this summer featuring Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley and Stephen Marley, with special guest J Boog. This unforgettable evening brings together two sons of the legendary Bob Marley–Damian and Stephen Marley–for a celebration of roots reggae, hip-hop, and soul-infused sounds that have captivated audiences around the globe.
08/16
7/5 Lottery Opens: This event uses a lottery system for ticket distribution, see link
08/16
Rowdy Summer Nights Tour: Few bands stick around for thirty years. Even fewer bands leave a legacy during that time that marks them as a truly special, once-in-lifetime type band. And no band has done all that and had as much fun as Leftover Salmon. Since their earliest days as a forward thinking, progressive bluegrass band who had the guts to add drums to the mix and who was unafraid to stir in any number of highly combustible styles into their ever evolving sound,Nights Tour
08/17
The Terrapin Roadshow is a traveling concert series that brings the spirit, energy, and community of the old Terrapin Crossroads to a venue near you, firmly rooted in the songbook and style of Grateful Dead, while also leaving plenty of room to explore.
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08/17
7/6 Lottery Opens: This event uses a lottery system for ticket distribution, see link
08/17
Live Nation Presents: Dustbowl Revival has always been about pushing the boundaries of what American roots music can be. After celebrating over a decade of sonic adventuring and playing thousands of shows together in ten countries and counting, the group collected a devoted fanbase globally.
08/19
In 1987 the four original members of Blues Traveler-John Popper, Chandler Kinchla, Brendan Hill, and the late Bobby Sheehan – gathered in their drummer’s parent’s basement in Princeton, NJ to jam. From these high school sessions emerged a band that would go on to release 14 studio albums and counting, four of which have gone gold, three platinum, and one six-times platinum – selling more than 10 million combined units worldwide. Over an illustrious career Blues Traveler has played over 2,000 live shows in front of more than 30 million people, and, in “Run-Around,” had the longest-charting radio single in Billboard history, which earned them a Grammy¨ for Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals.
08/19
In 1987 the four original members of Blues Traveler–John Popper, Chandler Kinchla, Brendan Hill, and the late Bobby Sheehan–gathered in their drummerÕs parentÕs basement in Princeton, NJ to jam. From these high school sessions emerged a band that would go on to release 14 studio albums and counting, four of which have gone gold, three platinum, and one six-times platinum- selling more than 10 million combined units worldwide. Over an illustrious career Blues Traveler has played over 2,000 live shows in front of more than 30 million people, and, in “Run-Around,” had the longest-charting radio single in Billboard history, which earned them a Grammy for Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals.
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08/19
Glass Beams is the music project of Indian-Australian multi-instrumentalist and producer Rajan Silva. He founded the group in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic. The band blends Eastern musical elements with contemporary Western music. On stage and in music videos, the band appears in bejewelled doily-like masks.
08/22
MY MORNING JACKET “is” ON TOUR: My Morning Jacket’s 10th studio album and first full-length new collection in more than three years, is arrives via ATO Records on Friday, March 21. Produced by 3x GRAMMY¨ Award-winner Brendan O’Brien (Bruce Springsteen, Pearl Jam), the album is heralded by the ravishing lead single, “Time Waited.” For more than 25 years, My Morning Jacket have achieved an incredibly rare feat in the world of rock n roll — upholding a long-established cultural legacy while sustaining all the curiosity and creative hunger of their very earliest days. In a monumental step for the Louisville, KY-bred five-piece led by vocalist/guitarist Jim James
08/23
Ben Harper is one of the premiere songwriters of his generation. He is also one of the most versatile and brave songwriters, fearlessly working in a cross-section of genres, ranging from pop, reggae and soul, to blues, rock, funk and folk.
08/23
As usual, these Budos band songs are chopped up and splashed with the heavy horns so integral to The Budos sound, weaving melodies through the muscular rhythms and even deepening the groove when it calls for it.
08/23
Mr. Hat Presents 4:20 PM – 9:00 PM WE SAIL FROM 5-9, Be there for boarding by 4:30 please Luxe Cruises Fume Blanc | 2394 Mariner Square Drive STE B, Alameda, CA
08/23
Blue Note Napa outdoor Summer Sessions! Location: The Meritage Resort and Spa at 850 Bordeaux Way Napa 94558. Doors 5:30PM / Show 7PM event is OUTSIDE, RAIN OR SHINE. Snarky Puppy, 5 times Grammy winning collective “has always been a band that prioritizes the sound of the music,” says bandleader and bassist Michael League. Displaying a wide array of influences including funk, rhythm & blues, hard rock, classic soul, modern gospel, new tech, fusion and jazz, Snarky Puppy isn’t exactly a jazz band, it’s not a fusion band and it’s definitely not a jam band. It’s probably best to take Nate Chinen of the New York Times’ advice, as stated in an online discussion about the group, to “take them for what they are, rather than judge them for what theyÕre not.”
08/24
Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour
08/26
Groundbreaking banjoist, composer and bandleader, Bela Fleck has reconvened the original line-up of the Grammy-winning quartet Bela Fleck & The Flecktones, with pianist/harmonica player Howard Levy back in the fold alongside Fleck, bassist Victor Wooten, and percussionist/ Drumitarist Roy “Futureman” Wooten.
08/28
LIVE 105 presents North American Tour: The Pixies are an American alternative rock band from Boston, Massachusetts, formed in 1986 by Black Francis (vocals, rhythm guitar, songwriter), Joey Santiago (lead guitar), Kim Deal (bass, vocals) and David Lovering (drums).
08/29
Blue Note Napa outdoor Summer Sessions! Location: The Meritage Resort and Spa at 850 Bordeaux Way Napa 94558. Doors 5:30PM / Show 7PM event is OUTSIDE, RAIN OR SHINE. The Black Radio Experience is back at The Meritage Resort and Spa this summer, bigger and better than ever! For 3 incredible days, legendary artists and passionate music lovers will come together for a celebration unlike any other. From jazz, hip-hop, and R&B to soul, spoken word, and live DJ sets, we’re celebrating the sound, legacy, and future of music in all its forms. Robert Glasper, the heart and soul of the festival, returns to lead this iconic weekend, bringing his visionary energy to a lineup that will blow you away.
08/29
That Little Ol’ Band from Texas is rolling into Murphys, CA for a night of legendary rock under the stars — and they’re bringing the heat with special guests Night Ranger and Molly Hatchet!
08/30
Live 105 Presents SUPERCHARGED Worldwide in ’25: The Offspring is an American rock band formed in Garden Grove, California, in 1984. Originally formed under the name Manic Subsidal punk rock, melodic hardcore
09/04
Summer Anthem Tour: Formed by John Rzeznik and Robby Takac in Buffalo, NY in 1986, Goo Goo Dolls have quietly broken records, contributed a string of staples to the American songbook, connected to millions of fans, and indelibly impacted popular music for three-plus decades.
09/06
Sparkle and Fade 30th Anniversary Tour: Everclear is an American rock band formed in Portland, Ore, in 1991, formed by Art Alexakis, the band’s lead songwriter, vocalist, and guitarist
09/07
Formed in Oklahoma City, OK in 1983, The Flaming Lips have since become one of the most iconic, influential, unpredictable, and vital forces in American alternative rock music. The band has garnered three GRAMMY Awards, a Tony nomination, and an RIAA Gold-certified Record for Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots. Q Magazine named them one of the 50 Bands to See Before You Die.
09/07
Blue Note Napa outdoor Summer Sessions! Location: The Meritage Resort and Spa at 850 Bordeaux Way Napa 94558. Doors 5:30PM / Show 7PM event is OUTSIDE, RAIN OR SHINE. Santigold is a genre-defying musician, style renegade, and visionary artist across multiple platforms celebrated for her fearless ability to fuse unexpected elements into bold new work. An artist whose perseverance relies on invention, her singular aesthetic has made her a major muse watched by the inspired world. In the four years since Santigold’s incendiary I Don’t Want: The Gold Fire Sessions mixtape which was acclaimed for its adventurous experimentation with Afro-Caribbean rhythms, she provided backing vocals for several songs on Tyler, the Creator’s, Igor, as well as collaborating on his Grinch-Inspired Christmas song, “Lights On”.
09/12
Multi-platinum, Grammy-winning rock band Train is set to return to the Ironstone Amphitheater on Friday, September 12, 2025, as part of their highly anticipated Summer 2025 Tour. Joining them for the evening will be special guest and soulful singer-songwriter Edwin McCain.
09/12
ASTROPICAL TOUR 2025: Bomba Estereo is a Colombian band founded in Bogota in 2005 by Simon Mejia. Their music has been described as “electro tropical” or “psychedelic cumbia. For the past couple of years, Bomba Estereo vocalist Liliana “Li” Saumet knew that she wanted to collaborate with Rawayana.
09/13
Blue Note Napa outdoor Summer Sessions! Location: The Meritage Resort and Spa at 850 Bordeaux Way Napa 94558. Doors 5:30PM / Show 7PM event is OUTSIDE, RAIN OR SHINE. Mavis Staples + the fantastic Fantastic Negrito!
09/14
It’s A Nice Day To…Tour Again! 2025: 46 years into his recording career, Billy Idol is still the ever-moving myth, the intellectual/feral internet-age bookworm/caveman of our dreams, finding modern language for the fiery, Eddie Cochran-meets-Ziggy Stardust rip n roar that he’s been making since he first stepped on stage
09/14
Blue Note Napa outdoor Summer Sessions! Location: The Meritage Resort and Spa at 850 Bordeaux Way Napa 94558. Doors 5:30PM / Show 7PM event is OUTSIDE, RAIN OR SHINE. Rock and roll icon David Lee Roth, the voice of Van Halen, has left an indelible mark on rock music.
09/18
For the last 20 years, Coheed and Cambria have continuously broken the mold of what a rock band can be, forging their own path and building a universe around their music unlike any other.
09/21
The Song Is Over – North American Farewell Tour
09/21
For Ringo Starr’s 2025 tour with The All Starr Band, the lineup remains the same as previous tours: Steve Lukather, Colin Hay, Hamish Stuart, Warren Ham, Gregg Bissonette, and Buck Johnson playing with Ringo on his US tour in the spring of 2025.
10/07
Flowers Tour 2025: Durand Jones & The Indications are equally beloved for their energetic, joyous shows, dual lead singers, and thoughtful songwriting. From an Indiana basement (where the band recorded their 2016 self-titled debut LP as college students), the band has catapulted into the soul limelight and onto an international stage. Pushing beyond the boundaries of the funk and soul on their previous releases, The Indications’ third album, Private Space, unlocks the door to a wider range of sounds and launches boldly into a world of synthy modern soul and disco beats dotted with strings – Retro-soul, contemporary R&B
10/18
Christone “Kingfish” IngramÕs journey began in Clarksdale, Mississippi, where he was born into a musical family and quickly took to instruments, starting with drums and bass before falling in love with the guitar. He honed his craft through the Delta Blues Museum’s music program and mentorship from local legends, developing a distinctive sound and earning the nickname “Kingfish.” By high school, he was playing iconic local venues and performing across the country and abroad, even making an appearance at the White House. His powerful performances and viral videos drew widespread attention, leading to national recognition and major opportunities. Through relentless touring and recording, Kingfish continues to push blues forward with extraordinary talent, passion, and a deep sense of purpose.
10/22
All in the Family: 10 Years of Men Amongst Mountains: Eight-piece rock n roll collective The Revivalists ave made the journey from hole-in-the-wall gigs to sold-out shows at hallowed venues, multiplatinum success, more than 800 million streams and major media praise.
10/24
Ta-Ta For Now Tour: The New Mastersounds are a British four-piece jazz fusion and blues/funk band from Leeds, England. Over the last 16 years, they have issued ten studio albums, two live dates, two remix collections, and a compilation album. ft. guitarist and producer Eddie Roberts
11/11
Neko Richelle Case (born Sept 8, 1970) is an American singer-songwriter and member of the Canadian indie rock group the New Pornographers.
11/12
On the 50th Anniversary perform Horses
11/13
50th Anniversary perform Horses
11/13
Dreams on Toast: : The Darkness are a British hard rock band formed in Lowestoft in 2000. The band consists of Justin Hawkins (vocals, guitar), his brother Dan Hawkins (guitar), Frankie Poullain (bass) and Rufus Tiger Taylor (drums). hard rock, glam rock
11/21
GoGo Penguin are an English band from Manchester, consisting of pianist Chris Illingworth, bassist Nick Blacka, and drummer Jon Scott. They formed in 2012, and as of 2025, they have released seven studio albums, two EPs, and three live albums. The band’s music features breakbeats, minimalist piano melodies, powerful basslines, electronica-inspired drums, and anthemic riffs. Their music also incorporates elements of trip-hop, jazz, rock, and classical.

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