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01 May 2024

BISS List 5.1.24: Spotlight on Mill Valley Music Festival (5.11-5.12) + Best of BISS this Week

Happy May BISS Listers! Can you feel the buzz in the air? It’s the unmistakable energy of Music Festival season, and it’s finally here! In a little over a week, we’ll be immersing ourselves in the vibrant sounds of the Mill Valley Music Festival (*WIN*). Find out more about this festival in the spotlight below! Then, in three weeks, get ready to kick off the festival camping season with a bang at the Golden Road... Read More

Best of BISS

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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 characters.
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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.
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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).
06/13
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.
06/13
This year’s revamped San Francisco Jazz Festival takes place on Fri-Sun, June 13-15, and features 35 concerts across multiple stages each day at the SFJAZZ Center and the Festival Tent.
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.
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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.
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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
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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06/14
Wreckless Strangers have been making waves with recent milestones, including an artist spotlight at the prestigious NAMM music trade show, the release of their critically acclaimed EP Blue Sky Fantasy, and a spot on Music Connection Magazine’s Hot 100 for 2024. Currently, Wreckless Strangers are back in the studio, working on their forthcoming new album. Wreckless Strangers is a collective of friends and musicians carrying the torch for San Francisco’s grand rock n roll tradition
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
06/15
EVERY Sunday B3 Sessions Hosted by Adam Shulman and Mike Olmos Swinging soul jazz with a jam session to follow 9pm-Close No Cover
06/15
Experience the electrifying energy of Ruckus, blending jazz with soulful grooves.
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06/15
Join us for a magical evening of original music, storytelling, and soulful performances at Judy Nee’s Songwriters’ Parlor–hosted at the iconic Mac’s at 19 Broadway, Fairfax’s hub for live music and community vibes. This special edition of the Parlor features three powerhouse acts in the Americana, alt-country, and folk scene
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.
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06/17
Soul, Jazz, James Brown-style Funk served up hot and fresh by Oscar and his fantastic band.
06/17
Oakland legends and Hieroglyphics crew members Souls of Mischief bring their timeless flow and sharp lyricism to the stage, still riding high off the legacy of 93 ’til Infinity. Expect golden-era vibes, intricate wordplay, and a live set that proves true hip-hop never ages.
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.
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06/18
Drummer and composer Marcello Carelli celebrates his new album with a night of profound jazz compositions.
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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
06/19
A transatlantic trio blending jazz with influences from Led Zeppelin to Miles Davis.
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06/19
Americana, Soul, Reggae, rock N roll: April Grisman and Monroe Grisman are both lifelong residents and well-known musicians in the Marin County & Bay Area music scene performing and recording both locally and nationally with numerous bands and artists as well as writing their own music.
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.
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06/20
Mr. Hat Presents: DiscoPunk for the People Dance Party
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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 is a two-day all-ages intimate outdoor weekend music festival featuring a diverse lineup of Bay Area artists with food trucks, beer, wine, arts and crafts.
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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 is a two-day all-ages intimate outdoor weekend music festival featuring a diverse lineup of Bay Area artists with food trucks, beer, wine, arts and crafts.
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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.
06/22
Ineffable Music Presents: BARRINGTON LEVY One of the great success stories of the 80s, arrived on the dancehall scene and swiftly remodeled it in his own image. Although numerous DJs 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 90s. Born in Kingston, Jamaica, as a youngster, Barrington Levy formed the Mighty Multitude with his cousin Everton Dacres.
06/22
Join us for a special night of soul, jazz, and radiant energy as sultry saxophonist and vocalist Kenneth Whalum returns to the Black Cat stage for a one-night-only celebration: Celebrating Life, Summer & Birthday Vibes. Known for his rich, genre-blending sound that fuses soul, R&B, jazz, and blues, Whalum creates music that feels like a conversation with your soul–honest, unfiltered, and deeply moving.
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06/23
MonoNeon is an American bassist and experimental musician from Memphis, Tennessee. He is known for his presence on YouTube playing bass guitar and being one of the last people to work with Prince. He is a Grammy Award winning artist, for his participation on the 2020 Nas album King’s Disease. Flea of the Red Hot Chili Peppers has referred to Mono as “The greatest fucking electric bass player”. On November 1, 2022, Fender released the MonoNeon Collection, which included the MonoNeon Jazz Bass V Signature.
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
06/24
MonoNeon is an American bassist and experimental musician from Memphis, Tennessee. He is known for his presence on YouTube playing bass guitar and being one of the last people to work with Prince. He is a Grammy Award winning artist, for his participation on the 2020 Nas album King’s Disease. Flea of the Red Hot Chili Peppers has referred to Mono as “The greatest fucking electric bass player”. On November 1, 2022, Fender released the MonoNeon Collection, which included the MonoNeon Jazz Bass V Signature.
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.
06/25
Michael Cavaseno, David Boyce & guests play soulful jazz renditions. Music 9:30pm (from Broun Fellinis, Orixa, Bang Data, Katdelic, Afrofunk Experience)
06/25
Jenny Kerr Band Swampy original Americana. Authentic SF music, no gimmicks. Songs about dogs. And leavin’. And comin’ back again. 7-9pm
06/25
Morgan Harrison leads a farewell performance blending old and new music with an original touch.
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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.
06/26
HUGE NOISE, world class musicianship, mind-bending solos, and uber funky jams Kevin Wong, Darian Gray, Tony Peebles & Bian Sheu /The newest kids on the block, the Huney Knuckles (formerly the Black Star Pirates)
06/26
Bella Rayne is a 18-year-old, self-taught guitar phenom from Mendocino, CA who is quickly making a name for herself in the music industry. Her love for the Grateful Dead, Southern Rock, 90s Grunge, and even a little Bluegrass, has been distilled into her own fresh approach thatÕs wowing audiences across the country. All Thursday shows at 3565 Standish Ave Santa Rosa, CA
06/26
Three-time Latin Grammy nominee Jovino Santos Neto brings vibrant Brazilian jazz to the stage.
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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
06/27
OG ICE-T with The Cuts of The Great DJ Evil E: Tracy Lauren Marrow (born February 16, 1958), known professionally as Ice-T (or Ice T), is an American rapper and actor. He is active in both hip hop and heavy metal. Ice-T began his career as an underground rapper in the 1980s and was signed to Sire Records in 1987, when he released his debut album Rhyme Pays.
06/27
Three-time Latin Grammy nominee Jovino Santos Neto brings vibrant Brazilian jazz to the stage.
06/27
Hip-Hop/Jazz/RnB/Classical
06/27
Hip-Hop/Jazz/RnB/Classical
06/27
Welcome to Ten Mile Creek Revival, a family-friendly musical campout named after the scenic creek flowing through Black Oak Ranch three days of music, three nights of camping and a whole lot of joy! Immerse yourself in a specially curated musical lineup, camp under ancient oak and bay trees, take a refreshing dip in Ten Mile Creek, and connect with the vibrant Black Oak Ranch festival community. Rooted in a 30+ year tradition of joyful events at Black Oak Ranch, and taking the place of the beloved Kate Wolf Music Festival.
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06/28
KC Turner Presents: COOKOUT CONCERT SERIES: Hailed by the San Francisco Chronicle as “one of the Bay Area’s 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”
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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
5/18 Lottery Opens: This event uses a lottery system for ticket distribution, see link
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)
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06/29
The artistic community is rallying behind acclaimed vocalist and Berkeley native Viveca Hawkins, who suffered a severe stroke in January 2025 and has undergone two life-saving brain surgeries. Join us for a benefit concert MC’d by Rafael Casal, featuring members of Dumpstaphunk, The Nth Power, and a star-studded lineup of Bay Area Allstars, including DJ D-Sharp, Jazz Mafia, and many more! Event includes a virtual silent auction and will be livestreamed. 100% of ticket and auction proceeds go directly to Viveca Hawkins.
06/29
The Freight’s first curated Pride concert in years features Freight favorites Skip the Needle as the backing band, with a variety of celebratory musical collaborations happening throughout the night. Special guests include Linda Tillery, Pangaea Colter, B DeVeaux, Genesis Fermin, Diana Alvarez, Black Gold Sun, and members of the iconic group Tribe 8.
06/29
Celebrate the legacy with guest speakers Pee Wee (Digital Underground), Rappin’ 4-Tay, and JR Valery. Live performances by Naru Kwina, Kimmie Fresh, Ikynani, RamRock, and DJ WHOISMOOK? Plus raffle drawings, vendors, great music, and a fun environment! This is a nonprofit event and ticket purchases are considered a tax-deductible donation in support of BAHHF’s community mission. Location: 1100 Franklin Street, Oakland, CA
07/03
High Sierra offers an experience that goes far beyond the stage. It’s a chance to connect with nature, music, and a community that celebrates the joy of self-expression. Featuring an eclectic lineup packed with artists traversing all musical genres, backed by a picturesque venue surrounded by a mountainous landscape and national forests. This year’s lineup includes ALO, Amy Helm Band, Andy Frasco, Bamba Wassoulou Groove, Barker & Genfan, Barr Brothers, Bobby Alu, Boombox, Broken Compass Bluegrass, Cat Clyde, Chaparelle, Daniel Donato, Desert Hollow, Diggin’ Dirt, Dogs In A Pile, Elias Alexander, Everyone Orchestra, Grace Bowers & The Hodge Podge, 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, Reed Mathis, Ron…
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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
5/25 Lottery Opens: This event uses a lottery system for ticket distribution, see link
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.
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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
07/10
L.A.Guns are an American hard rock band from Los Angeles, formed in 1983, currently consists of Tracii Guns (lead guitar), Phil Lewis (lead vocals), Ace Von Johnson[5] (rhythm guitar, backing vocals), Johnny Martin (bass, backing vocals), Adam Hamilton (studio drums) and Shawn Duncan – Hard rock, glam metal, sleaze rock
07/10
SONAMO – Italian Funk is a San Francisco Bay Area band that delivers a dynamic, passionate blend of melodies via hefty doses of funk and acid jazz. To describe the sound of the band: if Sting and Jamiroquai had a lovechild they would name it Sonamo, and it would be eclectic and open-minded
07/10
During the span of six original late-60’s, early-70’s albums, Lydia Pense and Cold Blood helped, along with Tower Of Power, forge their own specific brand of funk/soul and R&B which came to be known as East Bay Grease. That music still holds up today, proving that great music is timeless and will continue to inspire generations to come. All Thursday shows at 3565 Standish Ave Santa Rosa, CA
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.
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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.
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07/11
The Cream of Clapton Band is a tribute band that celebrates Eric Clapton’s musical legacy, particularly his work with Cream and his solo career. They feature family and friends of Clapton, including his nephew Will Johns (lead guitarist/vocalist) and the son of Clapton’s longtime bassist, Noah East (keyboards), as well as drummer Steve Ferrone. The band’s 2024/2025 tour, “24 Nights Revisited,” pays homage to Clapton’s record-breaking residency at the Royal Albert Hall in 1991.
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.
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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
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07/15
Christopher Joseph Isaak (born June 26, 1956) is an American singer, songwriter, guitarist and occasional actor. Noted for his reverb-laden rockabilly revivalist style and wide vocal range, he is popularly known for his breakthrough hit and signature song “Wicked Game”; as well as international hits such as “Blue Hotel”, “Baby Did a Bad Bad Thing”, and “Somebody’s Crying”.
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.
07/17
Master Pianist: Pianist Holly Bowling subverts convention with virtuosic playing, emotional immersion, and a thirst for invention. She returns with a set of new compositions after her sold-out Noise Pop performance devoted to the music of the Grateful Dead.
07/17
THE ORIGINAL WAILERS In 1974 when Bob Marley went solo, on the brink of international stardom, he surprised the music community by choosing as American born lead guitarist, Al Anderson. It was Anderson’s stunning lead work on such classics as No Woman, No Cry, & Three O’clock Road Block, that first alerted rock fans to the Wailer’s music.
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.
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07/18
Master Pianist: Pianist Holly Bowling subverts convention with virtuosic playing, emotional immersion, and a thirst for invention. She returns with a set of new compositions after her sold-out Noise Pop performance devoted to the music of the Grateful Dead.
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.
07/19
Funk: Fred Wesley & The New JB’s are the primary keepers of roots funk music. Wesley, one of the forefathers of funk, is the legendary bandleader, trombonist who helped make James Brown’s music what it was and later played a key role in the development of P-Funk. From 1968 to 1975, Wesley was music director, arranger, trombonist, and a primary composer for James Brown’s Band, The J.B.’s. And he is credited with helping the band to shift its sound from soul to funk.
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
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07/20
The Mermen are an American instrumental rock band from San Francisco, California formed in 1989, since moved to Santa Cruz, California. The group’s sound was originally rooted in surf and psychedelic rock music of the 1960s, although they have made “sincere attempts to get away from the surf music label
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.
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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.
07/24
Duane Betts (born April 16, 1978) is an American guitarist and singer-songwriter. He leads Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel, and is a co-founding member of The Allman Betts Band
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.
07/26
The 18th Annual Petaluma Music Festival “Keeping Music In The Schools” will feature: 14 fantastic bands on 3 stages, including nationally recognized artists
07/26
San Francisco will host the National Finals for the first time since 2008. Regional Air Guitar Champions from twenty cities across the United States will converge to battle it out in the Bay. The winner will be crowned the 2025 US Air Guitar Champion and will proceed to represent the United States at the Air Guitar World Championships in Finland. This is the Super Bowl of Air Guitar.
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.
07/31
Wreckless Strangers have been making waves with recent milestones, including an artist spotlight at the prestigious NAMM music trade show, the release of their critically acclaimed EP Blue Sky Fantasy, and a spot on Music Connection Magazine’s Hot 100 for 2024. Currently, Wreckless Strangers are back in the studio, working on their forthcoming new album. Wreckless Strangers is a collective of friends and musicians carrying the torch for San Francisco’s grand rock n roll tradition
07/31
Dance Floor Show: The enduring legacy of jazz visionary Sun Ra is celebrated by this ensemble made up of Arkestra veterans and a younger generation of exploratory musicians under the direction of saxophonist Knoel Scott, who has been an intrinsic part of the band for 46 years. They return with music from around the cosmos with varying sets from night to night.
08/01
All Star Band, special guests, art pop up, birthday cake, ice cream and more.
08/01
Celebrating 60 Years of The Grateful Dead’s Music PLUS SPECIAL GUESTS
08/01
Poolside Presents: Due to the recently announced Dead & Company shows in Golden Gate Park, we decided to update the times for Melvin Seals & JGB, Doors will be open at 9pm and the Show will now be at 10pm Melvin Seals has been a powerful presence in the music industry for over 30 years with a long-established reputation as a performer, recording artist and producer. Melvin is most revered for his powerful, high-spirited, Hammond B-3 organ and keyboards in the Jerry Garcia Band.
08/01
Dance Floor Show: The enduring legacy of jazz visionary Sun Ra is celebrated by this ensemble made up of Arkestra veterans and a younger generation of exploratory musicians under the direction of saxophonist Knoel Scott, who has been an intrinsic part of the band for 46 years. They return with music from around the cosmos with varying sets from night to night.
08/01
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.
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
08/02
Celebrating 60 Years of The Grateful Dead’s Music PLUS SPECIAL GUESTS
08/02
Poolside Presents: Due to the recently announced Dead & Company shows in Golden Gate Park, we decided to update the times for Melvin Seals & JGB, Doors will be open at 9pm and the Show will now be at 10pm Melvin Seals has been a powerful presence in the music industry for over 30 years with a long-established reputation as a performer, recording artist and producer. Melvin is most revered for his powerful, high-spirited, Hammond B-3 organ and keyboards in the Jerry Garcia Band.
08/02
Dance Floor Show: The enduring legacy of jazz visionary Sun Ra is celebrated by this ensemble made up of Arkestra veterans and a younger generation of exploratory musicians under the direction of saxophonist Knoel Scott, who has been an intrinsic part of the band for 46 years. They return with music from around the cosmos with varying sets from night to night.
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
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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.
08/03
Poolside Presents: Due to the recently announced Dead & Company shows in Golden Gate Park, we have decided to update the times for AXIAL TILT 2025 – an All-Star 3-set, 5-hour Grateful Dead extravaganza – at the Great American Music Hall on August 3rd, 2025. Doors will be at 8pm and the Show will be at 9pm to be able to end close to 2am, thereby making it the best Dead & Company after-party in town!
08/03
Celebrating 60 Years of The Grateful Dead’s Music PLUS SPECIAL GUESTS
08/03
Dance Floor Show: The enduring legacy of jazz visionary Sun Ra is celebrated by this ensemble made up of Arkestra veterans and a younger generation of exploratory musicians under the direction of saxophonist Knoel Scott, who has been an intrinsic part of the band for 46 years. They return with music from around the cosmos with varying sets from night to night.
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.
08/14
On the heels of his triumphant 2023 concerts celebrating Harlem’s famed Savoy Ballroom, the blues legend and five-time GRAMMY winner returns with four nights of music including material from his new Concord Records album entitled Room on the Porch.
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.
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08/15
On the heels of his triumphant 2023 concerts celebrating Harlem’s famed Savoy Ballroom, the blues legend and five-time GRAMMY winner returns with four nights of music including material from his new Concord Records album entitled Room on the Porch.
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
08/16
Dustbowl Revival blends roots-rock, soul, and New Orleans-style funk into a joyful, high-energy live show. With rich harmonies, horns, and heartfelt songwriting, their sound is equal parts vintage and fresh, guaranteed to get you dancing and feeling.
08/16
On the heels of his triumphant 2023 concerts celebrating Harlem’s famed Savoy Ballroom, the blues legend and five-time GRAMMY winner returns with four nights of music including material from his new Concord Records album entitled Room on the Porch.
08/16
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.
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.
08/17
On the heels of his triumphant 2023 concerts celebrating Harlem’s famed Savoy Ballroom, the blues legend and five-time GRAMMY winner returns with four nights of music including material from his new Concord Records album entitled Room on the Porch.
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!
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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.
09/04
Dance Floor Show: 2025-26 Season Opening Week -Keyboard master, bandleader, composer, and former member of Snarky Puppy, Cory Henry returns with his incendiary Funk Apostles band, performing music from across his career including material from his GRAMMY-nominated Culture Collective release, Operation Funk. “One of the finest Hammond B-3 organ players of his generation”
09/05
Dance Floor Show: 2025-26 Season Opening Week -Keyboard master, bandleader, composer, and former member of Snarky Puppy, Cory Henry returns with his incendiary Funk Apostles band, performing music from across his career including material from his GRAMMY-nominated Culture Collective release, Operation Funk. “One of the finest Hammond B-3 organ players of his generation”
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
09/06
Famed percussionist and vocalist Mino Cinelu has assembled an exclusive all-star group to perform his own original compositions and to celebrate Miles Davis’s Centennial. Cinelu performed on Davis’s seminal albums We Want Miles (1982), Star People (1983), and Decoy (1984) and toured extensively with him. This group was assembled for this Presidio Theatre performance and features SFJAZZ Collective trumpeter Michael Rodriguez, MONK’estra leader and Grammy-winning pianist John Beasley, former SFJAZZ Collective bassist Matt Penman, and the current Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra drummer and former SFJAZZ Collective member Obed Calvaire.
09/06
Gospel Icons: More than a gospel institution, the Blind Boys of Alabama are a cultural force that has swept up musicians from every stylistic precinct, including Prince, Willie Nelson, Lou Reed, Bob Dylan, and Ben Harper. With six GRAMMY Awards (including one for lifetime achievement) and a sumptuous repertoire of soaring anthems, the group is a gospel standard bearer that has crossed over without adopting secular songs.
09/06
I SHOULD COCO | 30TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR: Supergrass (Britpop, alternative rock) are an English rock band formed 1993. For the majority of the band’s tenure, the line-up consisted of brothers Gaz (lead vocals, guitar) and Rob Coombes (keyboards), Mick Quinn (bass, backing vocals) and Danny Goffey (drums, backing vocals). Originally a three-piece, the band was officially joined by Rob Coombes in 2002, signed to Parlophone Records in 1994 and produced I Should Coco (1995), the best-selling debut album for the label since the Beatles’ Please Please Me. Their first album’s fourth single, “Alright”, was an international hit.
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”.
09/07
Fantastic Negrito brings a fierce blend of blues, rock, and soul, fueled by gritty vocals and powerful storytelling. A three-time Grammy winner, he transforms struggle into celebration with every dynamic performance.
09/07
Gospel Icons: More than a gospel institution, the Blind Boys of Alabama are a cultural force that has swept up musicians from every stylistic precinct, including Prince, Willie Nelson, Lou Reed, Bob Dylan, and Ben Harper. With six GRAMMY Awards (including one for lifetime achievement) and a sumptuous repertoire of soaring anthems, the group is a gospel standard bearer that has crossed over without adopting secular songs.
09/10
Sierra Hull is a two-time Grammy-nominated mandolin virtuoso and the first woman to win IBMA’s Mandolin Player of the Year–six times and counting. With a genre-defying sound rooted in bluegrass, sheÕs performed everywhere from Carnegie Hall to the White House and collaborated with icons like Dolly Parton, BŽla Fleck, and Brandi Carlile.
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.
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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!
09/13
Jon Cleary & The Absolute Monster Gentlemen serve up a deep, funky dose of New Orleans soul, steeped in piano-driven grooves and rich, rhythmic swagger. Cleary’s masterful musicianship and his band’s tight, joyful energy make every set feel like a Big Easy celebration.
09/13
The Longest Weekend 2025 Tour: TWRP (disemvoweling of twerp), band always performs in full costume, with their faces and real names unknown, world’s first four-man one-man-band; formerly known as Tupper Ware Remix Party, ia Canadian rock band originally from Halifax, Nova Scotia. Initially founded in 2007 – Electronic rock, synth-pop, electro-funk, funk rock + Los Angeles Power Disco most commonly associated with the band COBRA MAN, a 7-person ensemble led by Andy Harry and Sarah Rayne. This genre, as embodied by COBRA MAN, blends elements of punk, disco, funk, and even Italo disco
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.
09/18
Red Baraat is a pioneering band from Brooklyn, New York. Conceived by dhol player Sunny Jain, the group has drawn worldwide praise for its singular sound that merges hard driving Punjabi rhythms with elements of hip-hop, jazz, and raw punk energy.
09/19
Still Shakin’ Tour: 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.
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.
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09/23
Band of Horses is an American rock band formed in 2004 in Seattle, Washington. Led by singer-songwriter Ben Bridwell Southern rock, alternative rock, power pop, folk rock + Samuel Ervin Beam (born July 26, 1974), known by his stage name Iron & Wine, is an American singer-songwriter, folk folk rock.
09/26
The Relentless Tour 2025: World-famous reggae stars UB40 are set to mark their 40th anniversary with a 2018 US tour and first album release in over four years. + The Beat led by Dave Wakeling (known in the USA & Canada as the English Beat and in Australia as the British Beat) are an English band formed in Birmingham, England, in 1978, their music fuses Latin, ska, pop, soul, reggae and punk rock.
09/27
Presidio Theatre & Guitar Player Present. Ranked by Rolling Stone magazine as one of the greatest guitarists ever, The Police’s Andy Summers brings his one-man-show to the Presidio Theatre. Summers will play guitar, including The Police classics, and share stories and photos he’s taken over the years. This multimedia show gives fans a great insight into his work and a moment with a legend.
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
10/15
The Sex Pistols an English punk rock band formed in London in 1975. Although their initial career lasted just two and a half years, they became culturally influential in popular music. The band initiated the punk movement in the United Kingdom and later inspired many punk, post-punk and alternative rock musicians. Now fronted by Frank Carter who on the afternoon of his first appearance onstage with the Sex Pistols, last summer at Bush Hall, his peaceful afternoon stroll on the streets of Shepherd’s Bush was interrupted by a stranger sat outside a pub. “Big shoes,” the man shouted; nothing more, nothing less.
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.
11/22
At Gundlach Bundschu Winery, we invite you to immerse yourself in the magic of our historic Redwood Barn for Built to Spill is an American indie rock band that formed in Boise, Idaho, in 1992. Centered on lead vocalist and guitarist Doug Martsch, the only permanent member, Built to Spill has released nine albums since its inception.
12/11
Join us for an unforgettable night as The Bouncing Souls take over our stage at The UC Theatre on their EAST COAST! F#CK YOU! TOUR. Accompanied by special guests H2O, Dave Hause & The Mermaid, and The Mercy Union. Their timeless beats and incredible stage precense make this show one you don’t want to miss! The Bouncing Souls are something of a punk rock institution. The band have been consistently churningout their beloved brand of anthemic punk since 1989, and have earned an intensely loyal fanbase withtireless touring and anunrelenting love of making music. As the band approached the creation of theirtenth full length, they sought to make a record that captured the spirit of their earlier work, whileincorporating who they are today. That record is Simplicity and its 13 tracks of undeniably infectiouspunk rock prove that The Bouncing Souls have a lot more to say.
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