New Wave/Prog-Pop troubadours Pardon The Interruption are returning to Sweetwater this Thursday. Opening the night will be the roots, reggae, ska, and soul-driven Jethro Jeremiah Band.
Pardon the Interruption (aka PTI) pays homage to some of the most singular and iconic artists of the '70s, '80s, and '90s. They also produce original material that is nostalgically familiar and entirely modern and unique. With each show, PTI demands the attention of fans of funk, pop, ska, jam, and good old rock ‘n’ roll. The New Wave stylings of Pardon The Interruption are infectious and stand apart from the typical NorCal sound. Take a bite, and you’ll see these guys mean business!
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Tickets: $30
Jazz and Blues by the Bay concert series returns to Sausalito's Gabrielson Park every Friday (June 6th-Sept. 12th).
This Friday's headliner is Annie Sampson, one of the Bay Area's most beloved singers of blues & rock. She has recorded with Elvin Bishop, Taj Mahal, Buddy Miles, and has performed with Bonnie Raitt, Boz Scaggs, Otis Clay, Sammy Hagar, Clarence Clemmons, Elvis Costello and Jerry Garcia.
Here's the upcoming June schedule:
-- June 13: Miracle Mule (Swampy Tonk)
-- June 20: Pascal Bokar (AfroBlueGrazz Band)
-- June 27: Aki Kumar (Bollywood Blues)
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Lawn seating is free of charge and on a first-come basis. Food + alcohol & non-alcoholic drinks are available for purchase. Guests can bring their own food and beverages to the park.
Looking for soulful beats and bites on a Friday night? Then look no further than Gravity Tavern.
Mysticali will be performing neo-soul nu wave Americana groove on the wake of a yacht with a retro boombox from 6pm - 9pm.
If you're in the mood for good food and music, we can't think of a better way to "wine down" with friends & neighbors.
Get ready for the 1st ever Battle of the Dad Bands this Saturday at Larkspur's Piper Park! It's going to be an epic day of music, food, drinks, and family fun you won't want to miss!
-- 7 incredible bands rocking the stage all day long!
-- 8 delicious food trucks to satisfy all your cravings!
-- 15+ amazing breweries serving up the best local brews (with unlimited tastings and tasting glass)!
-- 6+ awesome merchants showcasing unique goods!
-- Fun-filled kid zone for the little rockers!
-- Exclusive VIP section for the ultimate experience including: a tasting glass for unlimited tastings in the Beer Garden; two Gordon Biersch beers in the HopMonk VIP area; a food runner for the Food Trucks; Premier seating near the stage
Participating bands include: Wonder Bread 5, The Velvet Fog, Midlife on Mars, Distortion Therapy, Funk Nugget, Sofa Kings, and Stonefish.
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Tickets: $25 (General Entry/Does Not Include Tastings)
$95.75 (General Admission/includes unlimited tastings); $131.25 (V.I.P. seating/unlimited tastings); $28.52 (Kids 5 - 17)
Lavay Smith & Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers are returning to Rancho Nicasio this Saturday.
Lavay Smith & Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers are one of the top swingin' jazz and blues bands in the world. Sultry chanteuse Lavay Smith evokes a sensuous era of Jazz queens and sexy pinups and adds a modern, feminist twist. Whether singing her own compositions or drawing on a large repertoire of classic tunes from the 30s, 40s and 50s, Smith and her all-star 8-piece band bake up an instant recipe for dancing and good times. They’ve released a trio of fine albums on Smith’s own Fat Note label, covering the gamut of legendary composers including Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Dizzy Gillespie, Irving Berlin, and Harold Arlen.
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Tickets: $25
The Novato Art, Wine & Music Festival returns this Saturday & Sunday. It promises to be a weekend packed with live music, amazing local art, fantastic food, and of course, plenty of wine and craft beer.
There will be live music galore on the Main Stage:
• Sun Hunter (Saturday/1pm - 2pm)
• Wreckless Strangers (Saturday/2:30pm - 3:30pm)
• Tainted Love – 80s tribute band (Saturday/5:30pm-7pm)
• New Monsoon (Saturday/4pm - 5pm)
• The HOTS - 80s tribute bands (Sunday/1:30pm - 2:30pm)
• Aja Vu – best of Steely Dan & Chicago (Sunday/4:30pm-6pm)
Savor & Sip a wide selection of premium wines, craft brews, and refreshing margaritas. Don’t forget to grab a commemorative beer & wine glass for just $8. Treat your taste buds to a delicious spread, from teriyaki chicken kebabs, crab fries, and lobster rolls to gourmet chicken wings, snow cones, and kettle corn.
Stroll through unique vendor booths showcasing fine home décor, sculptures, paintings, photography, handcrafted jewelry, and more!
There's also a petting zoo. Plus, kids will love the bouncy bungee jumpers, face painting, and waterballz.
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Admission is FREE.
Marin Theatre Co. closes out its 2024/25 season with the Bay Area premiere of Do You Feel Anger? - an outrageous comedy that highlights the absurdity and danger of a world where some people's feelings are prioritized over others.
The story revolves around Sofia who is hired as an empathy coach at a debt collection agency, where she quick finds out that her work is cut out for her. The employees can barely identify what an emotion is, much less practice deep, radical compassion for others. As they stumble towards enlightenment, hidden tensions of this carefree workplace bubble to the surface, leading to uproarious and eye-opening revelations.
The show has been hailed by the New York Times as “Flat-out hilarious. Ingenious and inspired.” Award-winning theatre and film director Becca Wolff helms this MTC production.
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Tickets: $35 - $72 (Evening Shows); $35 - $47 (Matinees); $10 (Student)
Corte Madera's Summer Concert Series returns with a variety of musical talent. Enjoy a free outdoor show every Sunday (5pm - 6:30pm) from June 8th - August 24th in Corte Madera's Menke Park.
This Sunday's headliner is Greg Loiacono & Stingray. While Loiacono may be best known as a gritty rock and soul man from his work with The Mother Hips and Chris Robinson, his latest group, Stingray, is a dynamic, genre-blending band that features some of the Bay Area’s finest musicians that merges elements of soul, rock, r&b, and funk into masterful songwriting, rich improvisation, intricate rhythms, and vocal harmony.
Upcoming Schedule:
June 15: Corte Madera Town Band
June 22: The Great North Special
June 29: August Lee Stevens
July 6: Pardon the Interruption
July 13: Bubba's Taxi
July 20: Kanekoa
July 27: Miko Marks
Transcendence Theatre Co. Presents Broadway’s Best Night Ever—a true Broadway Under the Stars experience like no other. This inspirational extravaganza will take audiences on a journey through the greatest hits of musical theater, featuring iconic songs and stunning choreography from more than 25 Broadway shows.
Held under the twinkling, breathtaking Sonoma sky, Broadway’s Best Night Ever will dazzle with unforgettable hits and sensational performances from classic shows like A Chorus Line, Anything Goes, Wicked, Chicago, Jersey Boys, Gypsy, Hair, Mamma Mia!, The Phantom of the Opera, and so much more. Prepare to be swept off your feet by the ultimate Broadway celebration!
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Tickets: $35 - $65 (General Admission)
** Starting at 5pm, General Reserved ticket holders are invited to an exclusive pre-show picnic on the picturesque Field of Dreams lawn. This unique Sonoma-style picnic festival experience offers guests the chance to enjoy local food, wine, special cocktails, and live music while meeting cast members and connecting with fellow theater enthusiasts.
