Live music in San Ramon, CA

Jill Scott brings the To Whom This May Concern Tour to Paramount Theatre of the Arts. This concert will be a phone-free experience. Cellphones and recording devices, including smart glasses, are not permitted in the performance space. Upon arrival, phones and recording accessories will be secured in Yondr pouches that stay with each guest and are unlocked at the end of the event. Designated Phone Use Areas inside the venue allow access to devices during the show, and phones must be re-secured before returning to the performance space. Anyone using a non-permitted device during the performance will be escorted out. Guests are encouraged to bring a credit card for purchases inside the venue. Ticket availability includes a public onsale, VIP packages, and several presales such as Live Nation, Citi Cardmember, Artist, Venue, SiriusXM, and BandsInTown.

Yoshi's Oakland -Jack London square presents an appearance by Teddy Riley, the visionary credited with shaping New Jack Swing and influencing contemporary R&B, hip hop, gospel, soul, and pop for more than three decades. A Grammy winner and multi-platinum producer with over a thousand credits, he has worked as an artist, songwriter, producer, composer, arranger, engineer, and music and technology expert. His leadership in the studio helped create Michael Jackson’s Dangerous, a global bestseller that moved over 40 million copies and set sales records. Honors include recognition from the Hip-hop Hall of Fame, the Songwriters Hall of Fame, the Soul Train Legend award, and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Riley’s path began with early breakthroughs on Doug E. Fresh’s The Show and, at 17, Kool Moe Dee’s Go See the Doctor, which reached the Billboard Hot 100. He helped ignite the New Jack Swing era with Keith Sweat’s Make It Last Forever and the hit I Want Her. He co-founded Guy, further cementing the sound with a blend of hip rhythms, R&B progressions, and gospel-inflected vocals, and produced standout moments like Big Daddy Kane’s I Get The Job Done along with projects for The Jacksons, the Winans, James Ingram, and a celebrated remix of Jane Child’s Don’t Wanna Fall in Love. He guided Wreck-N-Effect’s Hard or Smooth and the smash Rump Shaker, discovered and signed the Neptunes, and later formed Blackstreet, delivering favorites such as Don’t Leave Me, Girlfriend/Boyfriend with Janet Jackson, Eve, and Ja Rule, and the Grammy-winning No Diggity with Dr. Dre and Queen Pen. His songbook also spans Guy’s Groove Me, Let’s Chill, I Like, and Teddy’s Jam, Johnny Kemp’s Just Got Paid, and Bobby Brown’s My Prerogative. He has also contributed his technical expertise to companies like Yamaha, PreSonus, and AKAI, helping shape creative tools used across today’s evolving music landscape. This event highlights a trailblazing legacy that continues to resonate across popular music.

Catch Jake Shimabukuro live at Siesta Valley Bowl. The show starts at 8:00 PM.

Crybaby Presents LIFE OF THE PARTY, Oakland’s First Friday night, featuring Cutso along with EDDY and DJ Hvff. Expect hip-hop, hyphy, and club bangers, plus a patio takeover by Bussdown Collective and a 360 stage. Doors open at 10:00 PM, and the event is 21+.

Join the 25th Annual Laurel StreetFair World Music Festival for a day of world music and community fun. The event takes place at Laurel StreetFair World Music Festival at 4222 MacArthur Boulevard in Oakland.

Enjoy the 25th Annual Laurel StreetFair World Music Festival, a vibrant, all-ages celebration of global rhythms and Oakland community pride. Expect live world music, along with art, makers and crafters, food, and folkloric traditions spread across more than 8 blocks. The festival also emphasizes connection, resilience, and healing through culture and creativity.

Enjoy an afternoon performance by Monica da Silva at Prospect Park Plaza in Danville. The show is scheduled for 4:00 PM, with local venue time listed for the event.

Monica da Silva will perform at Prospect Park Plaza for Music at the Plaza. Enjoy an afternoon of live music in the park plaza setting.

Enjoy an evening of solo piano with Cyrus Chestnut as part of the Jazz Piano Masters Series at Piedmont Piano Company. Renowned for combining superb technique with a rich, soulful touch, he draws on deep gospel roots and a love of hard-swinging bop, blending classical training with a warm, expressive sound. Each set is crafted in the moment, shaped by the audience and the room for a one-of-a-kind performance. Two performances are scheduled. General admission is $40 in advance and $45 at the door, with limited seating, so purchasing ahead is recommended.

Head to Meyhouse San Ramon & Jazz Club for a jazz night featuring the George Cole Quintet. The show starts at 8:00 PM.

See Rebirth Brass Band and The Soul Rebels at Siesta Valley Bowl in Orinda. The show starts at 8:00 PM local time.

Catch Teddy Riley at Yoshi’s in Oakland for an evening show starting at 9:30 PM. Tickets are available through the listed ticket partners.

Join for Live Music Sundays at the Headlands Brewing Lafayette beer garden. Music will be featured in the Lafayette location, and the lineup is posted on Instagram each week.

Leave the dance floor for dancing and get ready for a burst of funk energy with California Jay and the Coupe DeVille Band. Jay brings a rotating lineup of special guest stars to the World Famous Turf Club stage for the Golden Gate Blues Society’s Second Sunday Dance and Concert. The vibe stays lively and the grooves keep flowing, with savory tacos and refreshing drinks to keep you moving.

At Village Theatre and Art Gallery, Sa... Aur Phir turns beloved Bollywood melodies into a single unfolding story shaped by the seven swaras: Sa, Re, Ga, Ma, Pa, Dha, and Ni. Seven vocalists each personify one note, accompanied by live piano from Avinash, as curated songs and expressive arrangements move through romance, joy, longing, heartbreak, hope, and celebration. The ensemble features Shayanti as Sa, Rahul as Re, Renga as Ga, Mayank Arya as Ma and emcee, Priya Rajamani as Pa, Dhawal as Dha, and Nikhila as Ni. Blending theatrical storytelling with soulful performances, this production offers a premium, immersive musical experience with a cinematic touch for devoted Bollywood fans and anyone who enjoys memorable live music.

Case takes the stage at Yoshi's Oakland in Jack London Square backed by a live band. The R&B and soul vocalist, born Case Woodard and raised across New York, has spent more than two decades crafting platinum-selling music centered on love and its many angles. After early roles in groups and behind the scenes with artists like Usher, Christopher Williams, and Al B. Sure, he was discovered by Russell Simmons and began his solo career with Def Jam. His debut introduced the hit "Touch Me, Tease Me" with Foxy Brown and Mary J. Blige, followed by the gold-certified "Personal Conversation" featuring "Happily Ever After" and "Faded Pictures." "Open Letter" delivered the chart-topping "Missing You," earning Grammy nominations and expanding his reach. His voice has appeared on soundtracks for films such as Nutty Professor, Rush Hour, and The Best Man, and collaborations with Ja Rule showcased his versatility. Later releases like "The Rose Experience," "Here, My Love," "Heaven's Door," and the "Therapy" project with the single "Make Love" featuring Teddy Riley and Tank reflect his ongoing evolution. This performance highlights a seasoned artist bringing heartfelt R&B to life with the power of a live ensemble.

Little Feat brings The Last Farewell Tour to Oakland's historic Fox Theater. Tickets are on sale now.

Catch The Blues Project live at Yoshi's in Oakland. The show is scheduled for Tuesday evening, starting at 8:00 PM.

Catch Tedeschi Trucks Band (with Lukas Nelson) live at the Greek Theatre in Berkeley. The show starts at 6:00 PM, and tickets are available via Ticketmaster, with only a few left on Spotify’s page.

Singo brings a musical twist to classic bingo. A 35-second clip of a song is played, and players check off the matching square on their cards. The first to complete five in a row wins a prize. It is free to participate.

Rotimi brings a vibrant mix of Afro R&B, soul, and global Afrobeats to the Yoshi’s Oakland stage, showcasing the artistry that made him known for hits like In My Bed and Love Riddim as well as his acclaimed role as Dre Coleman in Power. Sharing the spotlight, Bay Area artist Red Lotus adds sharp lyricism and a melodic, genre-blending hip hop sound rooted in authenticity and emotional depth. The flow of the night is guided by Phoenyx Rose, an international hip hop artist and the first lady of Hip Hop TV, whose presence weaves storytelling and style through the program. Together they create a dynamic fusion of Afrobeats, R&B, and hip hop where cultures meet and energy stays high from start to finish. Presented by Mark Elliott of the A-List Musiq Circle and Kim Pruitt of KP Entertainment Connections.

Enjoy a live performance by Rotimi at Yoshi's. The show is scheduled to start at 7:30 PM local venue time.

OmniBachata presents a weekly bachata social and práctica in Oakland that blends sensual bachata music, connection-focused dancing, and a welcoming community. It offers a relaxed place to unwind, practice, and move, whether you are coming straight from class or arriving just to dance. The gathering takes place at The Oak Grove.

A lively dance party at Just Dance Ballroom welcomes both experienced dancers and those looking to try something new. Take a midweek break to move to the music, explore fresh steps, and enjoy time on the dance floor.

Enjoy a night of jazzy folk and blues with Nathan & Jessie. The duo blends resonator guitars and accordion with male and female vocals, featuring all-original music plus stories from their travels and interaction with the audience. Advance tickets are available, and there are also tickets available at the door.

R&B vocalist Tracie Spencer appears at Yoshi’s Oakland, bringing a career that began in early childhood to the stage. She started singing at three and modeling in pageants at five, directed her first music video at ten, then won the junior vocalist prize on Star Search in 1987. Soon after, she became the youngest female solo artist to sign with Capitol Records. Her self-titled debut introduced singles like “Symptoms of True Love,” “Hide and Seek,” and a version of “Imagine.” At 14 she released Make the Difference, which delivered “This House,” a Billboard Hot 100 top 3 hit, along with “Save Your Love,” “This Time Make It Funky,” “Love Me,” and “Tender Kisses,” which reached No. 1 on the R&B chart. She toured with New Kids on the Block and other major acts, served on the Children’s Defense Fund board with Hillary Clinton as a teen, received the Martin Luther King Christian Leadership Award, and earned an Image Award nomination. While still in school, she created a 50-city Stay in School tour encouraging students to focus on their education. Her work extended to television and film, including a Family Matters appearance performing “Tender Kisses” with Darius McCrary, a moment that later gained new attention on TikTok. She recorded for soundtracks such as “I’ll Be There for You” for Good Burger, “The Rain” for Down in the Delta, and “Don’t Slip Away” for projects including Super Mario Bros. and Girlfight. In fashion, she modeled for Tommy Hilfiger, Chanel, and Dollhouse, appeared at New York and Los Angeles fashion weeks in 1999 and 2000, and signed with NEXT. Her third Capitol release, Tracie, went platinum and featured “It’s All About You (Not About Me),” which went gold, and “Still In My Heart.” She has also contributed vocals for artists including John Legend, Dr. Dre, and Eve, and appeared on projects by Kanye West with Jay Z and by 50 Cent with G-Unit. After a viral 2023 jam session with El DeBarge and a reunion with Shanice on the Sherri show, an invitation from D-Nice to perform at Club Quarantine at the Kennedy Center helped spark her return to live performances across the United States. She serves on the board of Cedar Valley Hospice in Iowa and holds a degree in psychology and healthcare.

At Dave & Buster’s in Concord, Music Bingo Game Night puts a lively spin on classic bingo. A host plays a variety of song clips, and players use their phones to get a bingo card and mark the matching song titles. It is free to attend, with one bingo card provided per person. Expect a night of music, food, and fun, with plenty of chances to sing and dance along. Winners receive prizes, and the prize mix can vary.

An open-floor Brazilian Zouk social and práctica that emphasizes connection and artistry, with music that keeps the energy high and an atmosphere that is both playful and grounded. It welcomes dancers of all backgrounds, whether you are refining head movement or simply enjoying the vibe. Drop-in admission is $15 plus fees. Hosted at The Oak Grove.