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Article: Live Review

Christian McBride and Brad Mehldau at Presidio Theatre

by Steven Roby
October 20, 2025

Christian McBride & Brad Mehldau Presidio Theatre San Francisco, CA October 16, 2025 Listening became the real instrument onstage, a single invisible string stretched between Christian McBride and Brad Mehldau and humming all night. At the Presidio Theatre, they approached repertoire as conversation and memory as form, leafing through familiar tunes ...

Article: Live Review

Becca Stevens at the Joe Henderson Lab

by Steven Roby
October 17, 2025

Becca Stevens Joe Henderson Lab San Francisco, CA October 14, 2025 What happens when a songwriter transforms an intimate space into a map and invites us to follow her route? That was the guiding question of Becca Stevens' early set at the Joe Henderson Lab, where voice and guitar became coordinates, ...

Article: Radio & Podcasts

Amaro Freitas on Enchantment, Ancestry, and the Future of Solo Piano

by Steven Roby
October 17, 2025

The Brazilian pianist Amaro Freitas doesn't just perform pieces--he creates an atmosphere. A pilgrimage to the Amazon inspired his recent music, and his solo set translates that experience into sound: rainforest textures, ritual movements, and the feeling of two mighty rivers converging and flowing as one. “I create a unique approach to music in my concerts," ...

Article: Live Review

Dumpstaphunk at Miner Auditorium

by Steven Roby
October 16, 2025

Dumpstaphunk Miner Auditorium San Francisco, CAOctober 11, 2025 What if the beat were a social contract? That question lingered over a sold-out Saturday at Miner Auditorium, where Dumpstaphunk approached funk not as escapism but as a shared practice--an agreement to move, listen, and shape tension and release as a community. This ...

Article: In Pictures

Monterey Jazz Festival 2025

by Ronald Davis
October 14, 2025

A collection of photos from the Monterey Jazz Festival in Monterey, CA from September 26, 2025 to September 28, 2025 featuring Gregory Porter, Christian McBride, Ursa Major, Keyon Harrold, Cory Wong, Next Generation Jazz Orchestra, Next Generation Women in Jazz Combo, Christian Sands, Pete Escovedo & Family, Lisa Fischer, Javon Jackson, Lenny White, Orrin Evans, John ...

Article: Radio & Podcasts

Lines in Motion: Nicole McCabe’s Groove-Driven Improvisation

by Steven Roby
October 14, 2025

Episode Summary In this episode, host Steve Roby sits down with saxophonist and composer Nicole McCabe, co-leader of the genre-blending project Dolphin Hyperspace. Nicole shares her journey from growing up in Marin County, where she was inspired by both jazz and electronic music, to collaborating with bassist/producer Logan Kane. The conversation covers her musical influences (from ...

Article: Radio & Podcasts

Ivan Neville on Dumpstaphunk’s Groove for a Divided Time

by Steven Roby
October 11, 2025

Episode Summary In this episode, Steve Roby sits down with keyboardist Ivan Neville of Dumpstaphunk for a deep dive into the band's New Orleans roots, their message of unity, and the making of their latest music. Ivan shares stories about the band's evolving lineup, the inspiration behind their single “Let's Do It," and the enduring power ...

News: Award / Grant

Bob Magnusson Joins Former Trio Mates Wofford, Plank In San Diego Hall Of Fame

October 11, 2025

Legendary jazz bassist Bob Magnusson, who cut his teeth in Buddy Rich’s big band before joining Sarah Vaughan’s combo, was inducted into the San Diego Music Hall of Fame on Saturday, September 27, 2025. Magnusson joins 2024 inductee Jim Plank (drums) and 2023 inductee Mike Wofford (piano), the three of whom comprised the classic house band ...

Article: Radio & Podcasts

Congregational Music: Martha Redbone Turns Sunday Into a Revival

by Steven Roby
October 10, 2025

Episode Summary On this Backstage Bay Area episode, host Steven Roby sits down with AfroIndigenous singer and composer Martha Redbone to talk about her Harlan County roots, Brooklyn upbringing, and the call-and-response spirit she brings to the stage. We explore the stories behind her blend of Appalachian folk, gospel-soul, blues, and jazz, as well as the ...

Article: Live Review

Tuck & Patti At Miner Auditorium

by Steven Roby
October 9, 2025

Tuck & Patti Miner Auditorium San Francisco, California October 5, 2025You could feel the room hold its breath as Patti Cathcart settled onto a piano bench, cane set aside, Tuck Andress and guitar at her shoulder. The first song, “Mystical Miracle," was offered to the women in the house, and landed ...