Friday, August 31

Sheer Mag @ The Independent
Bluesy and bold, Sheer Mag’s guitar-based sound and standout vocals make them one of the most in-demand bands on both coasts and everywhere in between.

The Y Axes, The Trims, Youngest of Elders @ Bottom of the Hill
This 100% local bill fits nicely into one of the most iconically San Francisco venues.

The Royal Panics, Alvie and the Breakfast Pigs @ Hemlock Tavern
Get your fill of local rock and roll in the back room at Hemlock (while you still can).

Same Girls, Positive Citizen, Unpopular Opinion, the Axidents, Pointless Endings @ 924 Gilman
Up-and-coming rock and rollers Same Girls lead this bill at the legendary Berkeley club. It’s also Pointless Endings’ first show ever — give them a warm welcome.

Saturday, September 1

The Seshen, Ghost & the City, Midtown Social @ The Independent
It’s the Seshen’s last live show of 2018 before they huddle up in the studio to work on a new record. Come celebrate the end of the year, four months early.

Rodrigo y Gabriela @ The UC Theatre
Mexican classical guitar made modern.

John Courage, The Coffis Brothers, Ben Morrison @ The Mystic Theatre
John Courage, the North Bay’s fastest throwback to a time when rock and roll was a lifestyle, just released a new video.

Sunday, September 2

Cliterati, Violation Wound, Deathgrave, Cronander @ Elbo Room Jack London
It’s a Tankcrimes takeover, highlighting Portland’s Cliterati and SJ’s Deathgrave.

Smokescreens, Sea Blite, the Molochs @ Thee Parkside
A full bill of slightly psych-y pop from around California makes for a mellow transition into Labor Day.

Liniker E Os Caramelows @ Neck of the Woods
The Sao Paulo sensations bring their honey-sweet and transporting tunes to Clement Street.