Don't miss a chance to hear one of North Beach's most talented guitarists! Join us on Monday, December 22, for a lunchtime special with Jose Simioni. With a career spanning three decades, Jose has become a fixture in the San Francisco music scene, known for his unique and captivating style. Jose Simioni is a master...

Flavio Souza performs weekly on Mondays at Etcetera Wine bar. Born in São Paulo, Brazil, Flavio started music at 14 years old. His main influences were great musicians such as Chick Corea, Bill Evans, Oscar Peterson, Jimmy Smith, Joey DeFrancesco, Joe Satriani, Sandro Haick and others. He is the owner of Studio Plano 7, which...

Silver Bell Jazz Band inspires dancers and listeners all over the Bay Area. The band specializes in ragtime, blues, swing, and dixieland from the early 20th century. They’re known for their authenticity and dedication to the craft as well as their foot-tapping energy

The Dave Matthews Blues Band was established in 2002 by David S. Matthews, an East Bay harmonica player (since 1982). The band plays standard blues covers such as “Sweet Home Chicago” in addition to well-known dance tunes like “I’ll Take You There,” and “Feeling Allright.” Aubrey Rose - Guitar David Matthews - Harmonica/Vocals Felix Bannon...

Electrifying, Innovative, Soulful GG Amos has entertained audiences her entire life, but she’s made blues and blues guitar her specialty for the past 35 years. Concert halls, nightclubs, roadhouses, restaurants, festivals, parties, wineries, weddings and wakes she’s played them all! She’s known as a riveting, electrifying performer and unique songwriter and arranger, focusing on the...

Keep the holiday vibes flowing with the unique sound of David Byrd and Byrds of a Feather at the Winter Walk in Union Square! Join us on Tuesday, December 23 for a performance led by saxophonist and vocalist David Byrd. Having grown up in the musical mecca of Chicago's 47th street, Byrd brings a rich...

The West Coast Blues Revue brings together a rotating lineup of top-tier Bay Area talent, led by the incomparable Hal Petcher. Each show delivers a fresh mix of powerhouse players — from Chris Burns to Tim Wagar and surprise guests — all locking in for raw, soulful, high-energy blues that hits you right in the...

The Blu Beatz sound is a combination of Jazz, Blues, RnB, Rock & Roll, Pop, Salsa, Latin Jazz, Brazilian, Afro-Caribbean, Folk, Classical, Afro, Middle Eastern & Eastern rhythms and some more!

Start your Christmas Eve with some serious guitar fire at the Winter Walk in Union Square! Join us on Tuesday, December 24, from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm for a smoking-hot performance by the incredible Jinx Jones. Jinx is a Bay Area guitar legend known for his technical prowess and his electrifying blend of styles....

Jose Simioni Trio's live performance at The Saloon from 4:30pm to 6:30pm with Dylan Garrison on drums and Tony Stead on the organ.

Lavay Smith and her Red Hot Skillet Lickers ignite the stage with a scintillating blend of vintage jazz and blues that transports you straight to the roaring '20s and swinging '40s. Lavay, a mesmerizing presence in glittering gowns, commands the spotlight with her powerful vocals, channeling the spirit of blues legends. Backed by the Red...

Witness a true piece of San Francisco musical history as Johnny Z and the Camaros take the stage at Tupelo. If you’ve spent any time in the city’s jazz and rock circuits over the last few decades, you likely know this band; they famously served as the house band for the legendary Gold Dust Lounge...

Lavay Smith and her Red Hot Skillet Lickers ignite the stage with a scintillating blend of vintage jazz and blues that transports you straight to the roaring '20s and swinging '40s. Lavay, a mesmerizing presence in glittering gowns, commands the spotlight with her powerful vocals, channeling the spirit of blues legends. Backed by the Red...

Mark Yee - Sax/Keyboard Mike McKevitt - Lead Guitar Mike Dingle - Rhythm Guitar/Vocals Bruce Slesinger - Drums Bruce Ducheneaux - Bass

Kyle Rowland is a dynamic blues artist known for his soulful vocals, masterful harmonica work, and electrifying stage presence. Rooted deeply in traditional American blues, he blends classic rhythms with modern energy, earning recognition nationally and internationally. His sound honors the rich heritage of the blues while pushing it forward, captivating audiences and solidifying his...

Experience the high-energy, genre-defying sound of The Smokedaddies at Tupelo. Known as the Bay Area’s premier "Soul Cover Jam Band," this ensemble specializes in a kaleidoscope of musical styles, ensuring that no two performances are ever the same. From the deep grooves of Motown to the sprawling improvisations of the Grateful Dead and Phish, The...

David M’Ore is a high-energy blues-rock guitarist and vocalist based in the San Francisco Bay Area, known for his virtuosic guitar style, raspy vocals, and explosive performances. Born in Argentina, he blends traditional blues with British neoclassical hard rock influences. His acclaimed album "Holy Sinners & Sinful Saints" showcases his instrumental mastery and passionate sound.

Bay Area blues dynamo JC Smith is an award-winning guitarist, singer, and bandleader celebrated for his electrifying Gibson 335 tone and soulful stage presence. A fixture of the blues scene, he brings passion, power, and charisma every time he hits the stage. Smith has toured extensively across the U.S. and Europe, sharing bills with icons...

Post-holiday blues? We've got the perfect remedy. Join us on Friday, December 26, from 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm at Sheba Piano Lounge, for a powerful night of authentic blues. The Georgia Blues Band is a blues band with a jazzy twist. Fronted by singer and harmonica player Georgia Jackson, it’s perfect for shaking off...

Bay Area blues dynamo JC Smith is an award-winning guitarist, singer, and bandleader celebrated for his electrifying Gibson 335 tone and soulful stage presence. A fixture of the blues scene, he brings passion, power, and charisma every time he hits the stage. Smith has toured extensively across the U.S. and Europe, sharing bills with icons...

This San Franciscan blueswoman is a forerunner for female musicians who write their own rules. She is an inimitable performer with her virtuosic guitar skills, husky contralto, and powerful stage presence. Pat Wilder is a renowned San Francisco blues, gospel, and soulful jazz guitarist and vocalist known for her dynamic performances and virtuosic guitar skills....

Earl Thomas Bluestory Telling A New Story About the Blues Step into Bluestory — the electrifying new production by Earl Thomas Created exclusively for the Biscuits & Blues intimate cabaret setting, Thomas strips the blues to its bare soul and rebuilds it as pure theatre. With acoustic slide guitar, stand up bass, drums, and harmonica,...

Bohemian Knuckleboogie is a unique San Francisco band led by Mike Pitre, who brings a colorful and storied background from Port Arthur, Texas. Pitre is a versatile performer who moves between trumpet, guitar, harmonica, soulful lyrics, scatting, and even rapping on his original tunes. The band’s music is an eclectic and high-octane mix of Blues,...

Earl Thomas Bluestory Telling A New Story About the Blues Step into Bluestory — the electrifying new production by Earl Thomas Created exclusively for the Biscuits & Blues intimate cabaret setting, Thomas strips the blues to its bare soul and rebuilds it as pure theatre. With acoustic slide guitar, stand up bass, drums, and harmonica,...

Blues Power is a San Francisco blues project led by Mark Naftalin, known as a legendary pianist, producer, and blues advocate. The core band members typically include Mark Naftalin on keyboards, along with a rotating lineup of top Bay Area blues musicians such as bassist Dave McDaniel and drummer Sam Chapman. Blues Power is celebrated...

Bohemian Knuckleboogie is a unique San Francisco band led by Mike Pitre, who brings a colorful and storied background from Port Arthur, Texas. Pitre is a versatile performer who moves between trumpet, guitar, harmonica, soulful lyrics, scatting, and even rapping on his original tunes. The band’s music is an eclectic and high-octane mix of Blues,...

Two blocks from Union Square. Every Sunday night is Swigs Industry Night Blues Jam with the Emma Jean Foster Blues Band.

Otilia Donaire is a powerhouse San Francisco-born blues-rock singer and bandleader known for her sultry, gritty vocals and dynamic stage presence. With blues roots and a soulful, funk-driven sound, she captivates audiences across the Bay Area. Her acclaimed album "Bluesin’ It Up" showcases her rich, emotional storytelling and energetic performances.