Cliff Meyers & Friends

Comstock Saloon continues its tradition of hosting the city’s most compelling musical “finds” with Cliff Meyers & Friends. A fixture of the Bay Area’s more experimental and groove-heavy jazz circles, Meyers brings a collective energy to the room that transforms the historic saloon into a vibrant, modern listening space.

The Music: Cliff Meyers is known for a sound that leans into Jazz-Funk and Soul-Jazz. His “Friends” typically include a rotating cast of top-tier local session players—musicians who have spent time in the trenches of the Mission and North Beach scenes. Expect deep, locked-in grooves, extended improvisational jams, and a “restless melodicism” that keeps the set unpredictable.

The Performance: Unlike a standard jazz trio, a “Cliff Meyers & Friends” set often feels like a curated jam session among masters. The music is kinetic and conversational, moving from tight, soulful arrangements to open-ended sonic explorations that fill every corner of Comstock’s high-ceilinged room.

The Setting: There is a unique friction in hearing Meyers’ contemporary, groove-oriented sound inside a bar that looks exactly as it did in 1907. The polished wood and dim, golden lighting provide a sultry, noir-ish backdrop for the band’s electric energy.

The Experience: This is the ideal spot for those who want their jazz with a side of grit and soul. Whether you’re sitting at the bar with a Pisco Punch or tucked into a booth for dinner, the band provides a high-fidelity soundtrack that is as intellectually stimulating as it is physically infectious.