Lorisa Salvatin
Music Engagement CoordinatorLorisa is a jack of many trades. To put it simply, she likes to make things in written, visual, and audio formats.
She received both her B.A. in Photojournalism and MFA in Broadcast and Electronic Communication Arts from San Francisco University. She dabbles in fiber arts, roller skating, and astrology. She also loves dancing, being outside, and teaching. Outside of KALW, Lorisa coaches Youth and Community climbing programs at Pacific Pipe in Oakland.
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The KALW Music team shares a list of protest songs by artists with ties to the Bay Area, including La Doña, Tracy Chapman, and Linda Tillery.
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Festival season is just around the corner! Fresh off the Outside Lands, Yerba Buena Gardens Festival, and Stern Grove Festival announcements, KALW Music has a few more Bay Area festivals we’re excited to share with you.
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Mosswood Meltdown announces the addition of Mannequin Pussy, Snooper, and more to their already insane lineup, headlined by Iggy Pop and Bikini Kill.
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The Cabrillo Festival of Contemporary Music announces its 64th season! From July 26 through August 9, the event will feature a professional orchestra, renowned guest artists, world premieres, and educational workshops.
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Stern Grove Festival returns June 14 and running through to Sunday, August 16 and will include performances from Al Green, Public Enemy, Patti Labelle and Japanese Breakfast.
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Along with a colorful culture program featuring dance performances and children’s entertainment, this year’s festival includes artists like Helado Negro and Lady Wray, plus a selection of KALW Music DJs.
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San Francisco Music Week 2026 highlighted the city’s vibrant musicscene. It also sparked conversations surrounding the survival of independent artists and businesses struggling to survive in changing industry.
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Inspired by bell hooks’ All About Love, this piece highlights how Bay Area artists Dani Offline, Satya, and August Lee Stevens explore love in its many forms.
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KALW Music's Lorisa Salvatin chats with Tower of Power's Emilio Castillo and Jordan John about their return to Yoshi's and wrapping up their 4-week residency at the jazz club.
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San Francisco Music Week returns for 2026, offering an array of music-centered panels, live shows, venue tours, and community events from February 23rd through March 1st.