Mr.Lucky’s on-stage adventures have run from 1970s punk to new wave to poetry-performance; a beatnik combo; the jazzy Ring-a-Ding Duo (1981-‘83); and on into the martini-swilling Mr. Lucky ‘performance art’ (1983) that morphed into an off-beat jazz-eclectic creation called the Mr. Lucky Experience: re-styling the Songbook, creating live mash-ups (in 1993!) His grandfather’s nickname...
Experience a masterclass in American roots music as the incomparable Barbara Gainer takes the stage at Sheba Piano Lounge. A beloved figure in the San Francisco creative community, Gainer is known for a voice that is as rich and expressive as the history of the neighborhood itself. Her performances offer a smooth, soulful journey through...
Two-time Latin Grammy nominee Eddy Navia and Quentin Navia are joined by master violinist Georges Lammam, dancers and dancing. Their performances blend the charango (a traditional ten-string instrument), haunting sounds of panpipes (zampoñas) and notched flutes (kena) with high-energy rhythms. You don’t need a plane ticket to experience a "little piece of South American carnaval,"...
Gaucho is a masterful Bay Area band that combines the influence of gypsy jazz of 1930’s Europe with the rhythmic drive and collective improvisation of New Orleans swing music, gutbucket blues and elements of ragtime. Their sound, a uniquely American concoction, blends instrumental acuity and lighthearted humor that keep their audience coming back for more....
Experience the resurgence of San Francisco’s historic Chinatown nightlife at the Lion’s Den. Tucked away on Wentworth Place, this bi-level lounge and performance space blends modern cocktail culture with the East meets West spirit of the Chinatown’s golden age. Every week, the venue transforms into a unique destination for live music, featuring a rotating roster...
Ladies and Gentemen, introducing Fog City Swing! The bay area's newest and hottest swing band featuring an electrifying three horn front line, stellar crooning vocals, and a swing till you drop rhythm section. This seven piece ensemble will transport you to the 1940’s, it is truly the world’s smallest big band! Fog City Swing is...
Experience an intimate evening of soulful jazz, blues, and swing featuring the iconic trio of Lavay Smith, Danny Armstrong, and Chris Siebert! Vocalist Lavay Smith delivers sultry, classic jazz and blues alongside the powerful trombone and vocals of Danny Armstrong. Musical director Chris Siebert on the house Hammond organ.
Come dance to live Cumbia and Salsa rhythms!
Ian McArdle | Piano Lily Stern | Bass James Small | Drums Lilan Kane | Vocals Special guest – Natalie John | Trumpet & Vocals and Shamilah ivory – Vocals This Women’s History Month celebration honoring the female artists who laid the groundwork for soul, jazz, and R&B. Featuring music inspired by Aretha Franklin, ella Fitzgerald, Dinah...
Soulful blues singer, guitarist & harmonica master Kevin Burt tours globally with 300+ shows a year, blending blues, soul & stories.
Immerse yourself in the electrifying world of “Ritmo y Voz”, where the deep-rooted traditions of Afro-Cuban jazz meet the power of dynamic vocals. This high-energy performance features an all-star lineup, including guitarist Kai Lyons, percussion master Ernesto, bassist Mazar, and the incomparable Einar Leliebre Nuñez, whose fiery rhythms and soaring voice bring the soul of...
Ian McArdle | Piano Lily Stern | Bass James Small | Drums Lilan Kane | Vocals Special guest – Natalie John | Trumpet & Vocals and Shamilah ivory – Vocals This Women’s History Month celebration honoring the female artists who laid the groundwork for soul, jazz, and R&B. Featuring music inspired by Aretha Franklin, ella Fitzgerald, Dinah...
