On April 23, 2025, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) will host Art Bash, one of the Bay Area’s most anticipated celebrations of art and creativity. This annual fundraising event transforms the museum into an immersive wonderland, featuring art activations, live performances, and incredible food and drink—all in support of SFMOMA’s education and community programs. The evening kicks off at 6 p.m. with an exclusive dinner experience designed by renowned artist Firelei Báez, who will reimagine SFMOMA’s Floor 7 galleries as a vibrant, dreamlike forest. Guests will also have the chanc ..read more

Cyndi Lauper has revealed the final stretch of her Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour, with 25 North American dates set for this summer. Kicking off July 15, the tour will take Lauper across outdoor amphitheaters and performing arts centers, including two nights at the Hollywood Bowl on August 29-30 and a stop at in Mountain View and Concord on August 26-27. Tickets go on presale March 11 at 10 AM local time, with general sales beginning March 14 via LiveNation.com and cyndilauper.com. Fans can also access exclusive VIP experiences, including premium seating, pre-show lounges, and limited ..read more

Rock, punk, and metal fans—get ready! Aftershock Festival is back for its 13th year, taking over Discovery Park in Sacramento, California, from October 2-5, 2025. With over 115 bands across four stages, this year’s lineup is stacked with legendary headliners and emerging stars. Prepare for explosive performances from Blink-182, Deftones, Korn, Bring Me The Horizon, A Perfect Circle, Bad Omens, Rob Zombie, and Good Charlotte. Other heavy hitters include TURNSTILE, Gojira, Marilyn Manson, and Knocked Loose, promising an unforgettable four-day music experience. Festival producer Danny Wimmer says ..read more

San Francisco’s beloved Outside Lands festival returns to Golden Gate Park from August 8-10, 2025, for its 17th year of music, food, art, and culture. Known for its top-tier talent, premium experiences, and stunning festival grounds, Outside Lands continues to set the bar for music festivals worldwide. Fans can secure their spot early with Eager Beaver presale tickets, available March 5 at 10 AM PT via sfoutsidelands.com. These tickets, the lowest-priced 3-day passes, sell out fast, with GA starting at $485.05 all-in. VIP and premium experiences, including the ultra-luxe Golden Gate Club, are ..read more

Music legends Billy Joel and Stevie Nicks are joining forces for an unforgettable night of live music at Levi’s® Stadium in Santa Clara, CA, on Saturday, October 4, 2025. Fans can expect an electrifying evening as these two iconic artists perform their greatest hits from their legendary careers. This highly anticipated concert marks Joel’s first Bay Area performance in a decade and the first time both artists will take the stage at Levi’s® Stadium. With decades of timeless music between them, the show promises to be an unmissable event for rock and pop fans alike. Tickets will be available to ..read more

Neil Young and The Chrome Hearts are hitting the road for the Love Earth World Tour, launching June 18 in Rättvik, Sweden. After an exciting run through Europe and the UK, the North American leg begins August 8 in Charlotte, NC, making its way across the U.S. and Canada before concluding at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles on September 15. Bay Area fans, mark your calendars! The tour stops at Shoreline Amphitheater in Mountain View, CA, on September 12, bringing Neil Young back to one of his classic hometown venues. Tickets go on presale exclusively for Neil Young Archives The post Neil Young ..read more

Raphael Saadiq is set to captivate fans with his one-man show, No Bandwidth: One Man, One Night, Three Decades of Hits. Fresh from his GRAMMY win for Cowboy Carter and a standout NBA All-Star performance, Saadiq will share his 30+ year journey through music and storytelling in intimate, iconic venues across the U.S. Show Dates: Presale begins Feb 19th, with general sales starting Feb 21st at 10 AM local time via Saadiq’s official site. The show promises an immersive experience with Saadiq performing hits from Tony! Toni! Toné!, Lucy Pearl, his solo catalog, and his groundbreaking production wo ..read more

Paul Simon is set to captivate audiences this summer with “A Quiet Celebration,” a special concert series at San Francisco’s Davies Symphony Hall on July 19, 21, and 22. These performances are part of Simon’s “A Quiet Celebration Tour,” which features the live debut of his Grammy-nominated album Seven Psalms and a selection of his timeless classics. Seven Psalms, recorded entirely with acoustic instruments, unfolds as a continuous musical journey in seven movements. Simon, known for his iconic storytelling and innovative sound, will perform in intimate venues like Davies Symphony Hall, chosen ..read more

Powerhouse singer and acclaimed songwriter HAYLA is set to headline the Great American Music Hall on Thursday, February 20, in support of her debut solo album DUSK. Known for her collaborations on dance anthems like John Summit’s “Where You Are”, deadmau5 x Kaskade’s “Escape”, and KYGO’s “Without You”, HAYLA has become one of dance music’s most recognizable voices. With DUSK, she steps into the spotlight, exploring themes of love, loss, and self-worth across 10 captivating tracks. The iconic Great American Music Hall, known for its intimate, historic setting, will provide the perfect backdrop ..read more

Soul revivalists The Altons are poised to make waves with their debut LP, Heartache in Room 14, dropping February 14 via Daptone Records. Steeped in the rich sounds of Motown and Stax, the album captures the raw, heartfelt harmonies of Adriana Flores and Bryan Ponce, all while channeling the vibrant spirit of their LA roots. Produced by Daptone’s Bosco Mann, the record marks a bold evolution for the band, blending vintage soul with a modern edge—a sound that recently earned them a feature on Mary J. Blige’s Grammy-nominated Good Morning Gorgeous. With their Club Heartache Tour kicking off soon ..read more