Spend a relaxed afternoon with Pasaflora and two additional emerging local acts, as they bring together smooth jazz textures and soulful, groove-driven soundscapes. This daytime showcase highlights the next wave of talent, offering an inviting blend of warm melodies and expressive performances.
Originally from Sacramento, CA, Marcel Smith has been a staple on the California music scene for over 40 years. His soulful vocal approach will remind you of Sam Cooke and Otis Redding rolled into one. Having shared the stage with gospel, blues, and soul royalty such as Al Green, Bobby Womack, and John Lee Hooker, Marcel attacks a song with feeling and conviction, reaching new musical heights with every note. Marcel Smith’s passion is rooted in the traditional quartet gospel styles.
Spend an evening with Bohemian Highway, a six-piece band blending Americana, folk rock, and pop with rich harmonies and danceable melodies. Formed in 2010 and rooted in the spirit of West Sonoma County, the group, led by frontman Doug Blumer, performs original songs inspired by nature, love, and the shared experiences that bring people together.
Prepare for an unrelenting night of extreme metal as Defeated Sanity storms the stage with support from Inferi, Organectomy, Excrescence, and Bog Body. This stacked lineup delivers technical precision, crushing heaviness, and raw intensity, an essential show for death metal fans.
Country-folk artist and 4-time Grammy winner John Prine was one of the most influential singer-songwriters of his generation. Musicians from across the San Francisco music scene join forces at The California for one night only to pay tribute to the legend, covering songs from Prine’s six-decades-long career.
Funk, rock, and soul collide in a high-energy jam with Terry Sanders & The Blender, Dylan Black Project, and Jessie Street Band.
Pro Jam welcomes Bay Area singer/songwriter/guitarist Craig Caffall, who has worked with multiple artists including Bo Diddley, John Mayall, Martha Davis and the Motels, David Clayton Thomas, The Neville Brothers, Lee Oskar, Dan Hicks, Bonnie Raitt, Bob Wier, and Steve Earle.
Open Mic at The California is a supportive community event for all types of artists to share their passion. We put a premium on being supportive and inclusive, this is a great place to make new friends and find inspiration. Poets, musicians, comedians, dancers, and free thinkers are all invited to take the stage and be a star at The California. This is a perfect place for first timers and veterans to all appreciate each others passion for performance art. Sign-ups start when doors open, come snag a slot or a spectator spot in the audience.
Get ready for an unforgettable night of live music as The Velvet Fog takes the stage on Friday, April 24 for an evening packed with energy, groove, and crowd-favorite hits!Bringing their signature blend of danceable classics, smooth harmonies and feel-good vibes.
Celebrate the timeless music of The Beatles with The Sun Kings, one of the nation’s most acclaimed tribute bands. Now in their 25th year, The Sun Kings deliver the hits and deep cuts with stunning accuracy, blending spot-on harmonies, authentic instrumentation, and electrifying stage presence.