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Makru

Steven Short — Tue, 08 May 2012 22:21:09 +0000

Dan Hicks

Steven Short — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 19:28:40 +0000

You’ve probably heard of Bay Area music mainstay Dan Hicks and His Hot Licks. But have you ever heard them perform live? The Chronicle says of Hicks, "So few truly original figures exist in pop music that Dan Hicks should be a national treasure."

He has a big 70th birthday celebration at San Francisco’s Davies Hall in April, but you can hear him in a more relaxed show tomorrow (February 24) at the Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center, in Livermore, starting at 8pm.

Alma D

Steven Short — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 20:26:46 +0000

The Wall Street Journal has recognized a Bay Area band called Alma Desnuda – or just Alma D to their friends for their innovative business practices, but they’re also passionate about philanthropy. Plus, you can dance to their music! They’re taking the stage at the intimate Boom Boom Room in San Francisco on Friday, starting about 10pm.

Buxter Hoot'n

Steven Short — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 22:06:12 +0000

You might have heard of Butxter Hoot’n band last month on another KALW program: “West Coast Live.” The East Bay Express says their unique song writing, and tight-knit performances make Buxter Hoot’n “an experience not to be missed.” You’ll have the oppo

Blind Willies

Steven Short — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:19:12 +0000

Do you know the way to famously reclusive Bolinas?
If so, and you stop in at Smiley’s Saloon this Friday, you can hear the Blind Willies. This Bay Area band says its music is “gospel revised by thieves, pimps, poets, losers, children, and malcontents.” They also play the blues.
Music starts about 9pm . But remember, this is Bolinas, so be patient.