Two great cover bands... one rockin', funkadelic night!
The Velvet Fog + dbRX are taking the HopMonk stage this Friday.
From their very first show, The Velvet Fog has been wowing audiences with their musicianship, energy and their decades-spanning, multi-genre setlist. The 5-man band brings near-album quality rock, blues, alternative and even some country covers - from Queen to Queens of the Stone Age, and Bowie to The Black Keys.
dBRx loves soulful and powerful Rock – as long as it’s big, even when it’s soft. It’s gotta hit you where it counts.
Playing those not-so-guilty pleasures you love, unexpected deep cuts, and hidden gems, they’re all songs that are so good they occupy your ears long after they’re over.
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Tickets: $30.31
Enjoy an evening of Wine, Woman, & Song as International jazz sensation Lara Louise brings her sultry voice back to Zinz Wine Bar this Friday.
With over 25 million streams on Spotify and Youtube, Lara has enchanted audiences around the world with her sultry blend of folk roots, jazz, and bossa nova. Raised in the Netherlands and now celebrated globally, Lara performs timeless classics from the Great American Songbook of the 1930’s-60’s, sung in both English and French. Together with acclaimed producer and multi-instrumentalist Gawain Mathews, she has released two acclaimed albums of jazz standards: “Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars” and “Alone Together“.
Sip on curated French & domestic wines; enjoy delicious food pairings; and immerse yourself in a magical night of music & wine.
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No Cover Charge
Kick off the weekend with live music, waterfront views, and a picnic in the park at Sausalito’s beloved Jazz & Blues by the Bay concert series!
The music returns to Gabrielson Park this Friday with The Anthony Paule Soul Orchestra Featuring Willy Jordan. Inspired by Soul and Blues music of the 1960s and ‘70s, this dramatic, impressive, horn-driven soul slammin’ powerhouse is bringing their high-energy music to the Sausalito waterfront. Grab a spot on the lawn, bring your friends + picnic, and settle in for an evening of dancing & live music with the Bay as your backdrop.
Hungry? Sabor a Rancho will be serving up Mexican food for purchase throughout the evening. Guests are also welcome to bring their own food and beverages.
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Free Admission
San Anselmo Live on the Avenue is back! Every Friday and Saturday evening, San Anselmo Avenue transforms into a vibrant pedestrian promenade, where local shops stay buzzing, restaurants spill onto the sidewalks, and live music fills the air. Grab dinner, sip something refreshing, and dance your way through town as performances light up both Creek Park and Town Hall Plaza.
Friday, August 28:
• Soulbillies (Town Hall Plaza)
• Tom Finch Group (Creek Park)
Saturday, August 29: (Movie Night in Creek Park)
• Star Wars: A New Hope (5pm)
• Star Wars: Empire Strikes Back (7:45pm)
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Admission is free
Downtown San Rafael's West End hosts a lively block party every Friday through October 16. Enjoy eight unforgettable Fridays filled with music and community spirit, all generously sponsored by Pint Size Lounge. Don’t miss out on the fun, bring your friends and family to experience the best of San Rafael’s West End!
August 28: Urban Outlaws (Northern CA's premier country band)
September 4th: Tom Finch Group
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Admission is FREE
Join Cedeno Dance for Marin’s favorite Latin dance social this Saturday at Lighthouse Bar & Grill. They're taking over the harbor and dancing all night — so grab your crew and get ready to celebrate in style!
Doors open at 7pm - Come early to soak in the gorgeous waterfront ambiance, enjoy the lively bar, and connect with friendly faces before the dance floor fills up.
7:15pm – Complimentary Open-Level Latin Dance Class
Included with your ticket! Whether you’re brand new or brushing up your moves, this is your chance to jump in and get warmed up.
What to Expect:
• Show-stopping performances
• Social dancing until 11:30pm
• DJ Vino spinning the best Latin hits
• Full bar + Lighthouse’s delicious menu to keep you fueled
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Tickets: $15 (in advance) | $20 at the door
Marin Theatre Company (MTC) presents The White Chip, a sobering comedy of errors (August 27 - September 20).
Success seems to come easily to Steven McAlister. Charismatic and constantly in motion, he’s built a life that looks enviable from the outside — complete with a dream job at a prestigious theatre. But from his very first drink at 12, it’s clear he has been lying to himself for years. Equal parts hilarious and heartbreaking, this “recovery comedy” unfolds from Steven’s own disarmingly candid and charmingly funny perspective. Named for the tokens given in Alcoholics Anonymous to mark the beginning of sobriety, The White Chip follows Steven as he barrels through the highs, lows, and spectacular missteps of addiction, telling a story about the courage to start over, one day at a time. Marin Artistic Director Lance Gardner helms this production.
Anyone in recovery with a chip of any color is welcome to attend The White Chip as our guest.
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Tickets: $59 (General); $35 (Under 35); $15 (Student)
Get ready to party like it's 1925! Award-winning jazz/blues recording artist Roberta Donnay & The Prohibition Mob are returning to Mac's at 19 Broadway this Sunday.
This special performance, “From Bessie to Billie,” celebrates the powerful legacy of early jazz and blues vocalists, with a musical journey inspired by icons such as Bessie Smith and Billie Holiday.
Roberta's interest in roots music started at a young age, listening and studying jazz and blues, and led her to record with legendary jazz producer Orrin Keepnews, as well as tour 10+ years as a member of “Dan Hicks & The Hot Licks.” She has opened for, or performed with Dr. John, John Hammond, Dave Ellis, David Grisman, Huey Lewis, Christian McBride, Leon Russell, Joe Sample, David Sanborn, Booker T., and more.
The Prohibition Mob features Grammy-winning trombonist Mike Rinta, John Burr on piano, Scott Jensen on trumpet, Heshima Mark Williams on bass, and Mark Lee on drums.
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Tickets: $23.18 (online)
Grab your lawn chairs, pack a picnic, and gather your favorite people—Corte Madera's Summer Concert Series is back at Town Park! Enjoy live music under the summer sky, delicious food and drinks, and the welcoming small-town charm that makes Corte Madera such a special place. This Sunday's headliner is Danny Click and the Hell Yeahs.
Danny Click is an American singer-songwriter, blues guitarist, and luthier with a music career spanning over four decades, blending influences from blues, Americana, and country rock into a powerful live experience.
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Free Admission
Toast your Friday and Sunday afternoon with great wine & food, waterfront vibes, and live acoustic music in Sausalito! As part of its popular Summer Music Series, Cultivar welcomes acclaimed acoustic musician Jake Stirn.
Grab a glass of Cultivar's exceptional wine, order a delicious bite, soak up the Sausalito waterfront atmosphere, and let Jake Stirn's incredible musicianship provide the perfect soundtrack to your weekend.
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No Cover Charge
