Lettuce and John Scofield Unite for Harmonic Convergence
The level of musicianship is nothing short of Jedi Master level, with John Scofield playing the Obi-Wan Kenobi role to the next gen Rebel Alliance, Lettuce.
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Phish Level Up at Sphere in Las Vegas
Jam rock’s Phish at Las Vegas’ Sphere is like a sonic jackpot with all the bells and whistles that just keep paying out. It’s a wormhole to another dimension.
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‘Free Party’ Director Aaron Trinder on Fighting for the Right to Party
When the New Age travelers and the newly emerging ravers met in the English countryside, they had to fight for the right to party together for free. They still do.
The Black Crowes Soar with Fresh Tracks and Deep Cuts
This version of the Black Crowes are returning to the straight-ahead, swaggering rock and blistering blues that put them on the map in the early 1990s.
Green Day Rock Out for Climate Justice and Human Rights
It’s downright heartwarming to see Green Day back in action, calling out the powers that be in 2024 and urging climate action. Long live rock!
Balthvs Go for a Groovy Space Ride in Berkeley
Balthvs’ wide-ranging vibe includes influences from psychedelia, indie rock, dub reggae, surf rock, cumbia, Middle Eastern music, and more.
Instigation Festival #14: Timid Flirtation and Fiery Collision
Instigation Festival encourages musicians to indulge freely in improvisational collaborations and experience the joy between timid flirtation and fiery collision.
9 Reasons to Yearn for Extra Innings Every Spring
At the inaugural Extra Innings Festival, spring swung into gear with baseball bats and an eclectic lineup of musicians. These players led our hit parade.
The Branford Marsalis Quartet Deliver a Winter Warmer at SFJazz Center
New Orleans jazz saxophone master Branford Marsalis and his quartet throw down hot jams to heat up a cold rainy night in San Francisco.
Sister Act Larkin Poe Finally Get Some Grammy Love
On a “tricky career path” since officially forming Larkin Poe in 2014, see how sisters Megan and Rebecca Lovell became the feel-good story of February.
Gov’t Mule Shine in Oakland With a Little Help From a Friend
In the second set, Gov’t Mule forgo their standard repertoire with what turns out to be a series of fan favorite cover tunes that celebrate their influences.
The Blue Note Quintet Make Musical Magic in Berkeley
All-star modern jazz collective the Blue Note Quintet hit the road to honor the classic label’s 85th anniversary by carrying the creative vibes forward.