When I first started going to festivals, especially when I went alone, I leaned toward exploring new friends and new artists. This year at Portola, I felt the other side, deepening relationships with friends and music I’ve known for years. Here are 5 moments with the friends I love and the music I love almost...Continue Reading

Poolside brings their signature Daytime Disco to Union Square, San Francisco on Sunday, September 7, 2025, for an unforgettable afternoon of music, sunshine, and good vibes this September. The event kicks off at 2:00pm with doors opening at the same time, making it the perfect Sunday escape for those who want to bask in the...Continue Reading

San Francisco’s Moscone Center is set to make history on December 19, 2025, as it hosts its very first-ever EDM event, featuring none other than FISHER, one of the most in-demand and electrifying DJs in the dance music scene today. The iconic venue will be transformed into a pulsating hub of bass and beats as...Continue Reading

The Midway presents Hotel Ugly on July 4th with Bay Area indie favorites Analog Dog, co-presented by Balanced Breakfast — a night of viral hits, local legends, and unforgettable live energy. 🎶 Grab your tickets now and don’t miss out!Continue Reading

Clap Your Hands Say Yeah brought their self-titled debut album to life at The Independent in San Francisco this week—and gave the kind of performance that felt handmade in all the best ways. by DAVID RABKINContinue Reading

Kronos Festival at SFJAZZ Center in San Francisco will include three nights of concerts, 20+ guests and composers, five world premieres, two creative labs featuring Laura Ortman and Gabriella Smith, and Ellen Reid's critically acclaimed SOUNDWALK will return to Golden Gate Park. Kronos Quartet is bringing Good Medicine to San Francisco through a wide range...Continue Reading

For a few hours on a Saturday night, everything was alright. Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats brought their signature energy to San Francisco’s Bill Graham Civic Auditorium, delivering a show fit for a stadium. The band, known for their mix of soul, rock, and blues, oozed comfort, skill, and musicality. Rateliffe commanded the stage...Continue Reading

Join Balanced Breakfast at Hotel Utah in San Francisco on June 29th, 2024 for our seventh national Music Summit. We will be bringing all of the BB groups together for this event. Meet professionals from San Francisco Bay Area, Seattle, Portland, Los Angeles, Denver, Nashville, Austin, Charlotte, Reno, and more. Learn from panels discussing everything...Continue Reading

Do you like to get dressed up, eat fancy food, and meet interesting people? Art Bash might be for you! This yearly fundraiser is filled with art lovers, influencers, creatives, and visionaries. Additionally, it's SFMOMA’s biggest party of the year that celebrates art and artists!Continue Reading

Over at Music City, we’re opening our doors to the public on January 5th and allowing folks to book a free 2-hour session in one of our studios in the spirit of our launch. Between the dates of January 5th and January 12th, you and your band have the chance to be one of the...Continue Reading

Join KQED FEST 2023 for the Bay Area’s beloved public media station's fun-filled spring Saturday block party and open house at their headquarters in San Francisco’s Mission District on Saturday, April 29, 2023, at 11:00 AM (PT). Immerse yourself in the community with live KQED shows on stage, meet the trusted journalists behind your local...Continue Reading

Hi Guys! Thanks for coming out to the excellent shows at Eli's and Thee Parkside last week. Here's what's coming up next...

This Friday, Jan. 27th, is our good friend Will's birthday party at Golden Bull Oakland. There will be live music from local favorites Van Goat, Loser Soup (Will's band!), Treasures, and Rusha. Come give the...Continue Reading