The Best Music in Bay Area

STLR Entertainment, LLC

STLR Entertainment specializes in booking live music entertainment and educational presentations for events of all sizes. We curate top-tier talent for venues, educational institutions, and music talent agencies, ensuring a perfect match for any occa... more

1-2-3-4 GO! Records - Oakland

We buy used records every day. We pride ourselves on paying more than any other store in the area for used records. We're extremely selective but we know what your records are worth and will give you a fair percentage in either Cash or Trade. We a... more

101 Music

As the lone independent record store in North Beach, 101 Music consists of two stores with a massive collection of vintage vinyl. These two cluttered spaces, located around the corner from each other on Grant and Green, seem more like museums than st... more

1015 Folsom

1015 is San Francisco's definitive nocturnal destination featuring the world's top DJs on five electrifying dance floors that will compel you through the morning hours... 1015 is also noted as winning the award as best danceclub in america (Dancestar... more

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2232 MLK

2232 M.L.K. is a performing arts center and exhibition space based in Oakland California that exists to enhance the cultural and artistic vitality of the San Francisco Bay Area. - www.2232mlk.com more

25th Street Recording Studio

Anyone can record here. Most of our clients are from Oakland and the San Francisco Bay Area, although we regularly host artists from all over the world. more

25th Street Taproom

25th St. Taproom Bar and Restaurant is a pleasant restaurant & bar that features excellent food, music including jazz, Salsa, and a mix of East and West African on Fridays & Saturdays. We show all kinds of LIVE sport on four big screen TVs. more

3Below Theaters and Lounge

We're downtown San Jose's social spot for stage, screen, music, comedy, family fun and events. We are a small but mighty group of producers, designers, actors, and lovers of the creative and performing arts dedicated to providing quality, accessible,... more

4:20 Records Group

"It’s the label to look to for "difficult music." Music that’s actually "alternative" and always ahead of it’s time. You might not get it on the first listen, but by the third or fourth, you won’t be able to get it out of your head!" This record... more

50 Mason Social House

50 Mason Social House invites your senses to come alive.  Inspired by the sultry scene that thrived here at the turn of the century, this cozy San Francisco newcomer offers an ambiance unrivaled in the neighborhood with subdued lighting, exposed... more

7 Social

Welcome to 7 Social Jazz Nights! Join us at 7 Social SF for an evening filled with smooth tunes and good vibes. Get ready to groove to the rhythm of live jazz music in a cozy and intimate setting. Whether you're a jazz enthusiast or just looking for... more

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851 Music Studio

Personalized instruction is available for Piano, Guitar, Voice, Violin, Bass, Saxophone, Drums, Banjo, Mandolin and Harp. We feature a vast resource of local and nationally renowned musician’s who teach virtually all instruments including the r... more

924 Gilman

The 924 Gilman Street Project a.k.a the 'Alternative Music Foundation', is an all-ages, non-profit, collectively organized music and performance venue. We do shows on Fridays, Saturdays, and occasionally on Sundays. It is located in North Berkeley, a... more

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A Perfect Impression

A Perfect Impression offers high end photography, Disc Jockey and video services. We offer an incredible event team and planning assistance.  We have a new website at www.baywed.com more

A Room With A View Studio

Music Recording, Editing, and Mastering. Using Protools HD. Nuemann, AGK, Manley, Sennheiser, shure, MXL microphones. Thru Neve, API, Urei, Manley. more

A. Hammer Mastering

Over 26 Years of Ears! At A. Hammer Mastering, we combine the engineering expertise of a seasoned Mastering Specialist with the artistic sense of a working musician and the technology of a combined digital and analog mastering environment to give you... more

Absolutely Kosher Records

The Bands: Bottom of the Hudson, Franklin Bruno, The Court and Spark, Rob Crow, The Dead Science, Eltro, The Extra Glenns, Frog Eyes, Get Him Eat Him, Jack Hayter, The Jim Yoshii Pile-Up, Jukeboxer, The Mountain Goats, Okay, (Marty Anderson), Optigan... more

Acme House of Music

Wiiner Best Music Store and More Oakland Magazine. more

AfroSolo

Established in 1993, AfroSolo provides a forum for African American artists to give voice to the unique experience of being Black in the United States. In sharing these feelings, thoughts and values, we gain a better perception of each other and the... more

Airship Laboratories

Airship Laboratories is a 3,000 square foot media production facility adjacent to the San Francisco Bay in Richmond, CA. Built in the late '70s, the studio has had two major retrofits:  first in the '90s with the Studio A build-out and then agai... more

Alembic Instruments

Fine handcrafted basses and guitars. more

Ali Akbar College of Music

The mission of the Ali Akbar College of Music is to teach, perform and preserve the classical music of North India, specifically the Seni Baba Allauddin Gharana (tradition), and to offer this great musical legacy to all who wish to learn. more

Allegro Ballroom

We have four ballrooms that provide 20,000 sq ft of dance areas and practice space. Each ballroom is equipped with a quality sound system. Our ballrooms have ceiling-mounted speakers which project music to all parts of the floor and equipped with col... more

Allegro School of Music and Dance

Private Lessons: Piano, Violin, Viola, Voice, Cello, Guitar, Flute Group Classes: Music Theory and History, Music theater and Drama, Keyboard, Russian Theater, Ballet, Choir, Modern Dance For More Information, please visit our website. more

Almaden School of Music & Art

From music to art, Almaden School of Music & Art offers all kinds of music and art classes in San Jose. We offer different art & music lessons in San Jose, especially to those who value creativity and expression through music. We are San Jose... more

Altarena Playhouse

The Altarena Playhouse began life in 1938 as the Alameda Little Theatre and has continued on its course of providing theatrical entertainment for 64 years. Altarena is the oldest continuously operating community theatre in the Bay Area. Over 500,00 p... more

Alternative Tentacles

"Alternative Tentacles Records employs four people in Emeryville , California. (The label has always been based in San Francisco, but in October 2002 the label moved here.) The company is a sole proprietorship owned by Jello Biafra. Aside from being... more

Amabile School of Music

A proven track record of excellence since 2008, we have been providing our local community a well-rounded educational environment for music. We are the ONLY music school in San Francisco that offers their students the opportunity to earn special c... more

American Musicians' Exchange (AME)

AME is a revolutionary new organization whose mission is to provide top notch management, training, promotion & production services to musicians at a fraction of the cost. Lots of FREE benefits. Join for FREE! more

Amoeba Music - Berkeley

In 1990 Amoeba Music was born on Telegraph Avenue in one of California's most exciting and revolutionary cities -- Berkeley.  The passion we shared with our customers for a truly broad, expertly stocked music selection at an irresistible price q... more

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Amoeba Music - San Francisco

In 1997 Amoeba Music crossed the Bay to open its San Francisco location, in a converted bowling alley at the eastern edge of Golden Gate Park. Here we stock hundreds of thousands of music and movie titles from every genre imaginable, and we're consta... more

Amphitheater Stage at Christmas Hill Park

Angelic Harp

With PLENTY of performances to her credit, Kristal has a wealth of EXPERIENCE in advising her clients on the most PERFECT music. From traditional weddings to themed parties, Kristal can recommend the perfect program for each event.... more

Ann E. Pitzer Center

The Ann E. Pitzer Center, is a 399-capacity recital hall, classroom and concert venue, where the UC Davis' music department can showcase performances in music and voice arts. more

Anna's Jazz Island

HAPPY HOUR 5 TO 7: DRINK SPECIALS & JAZZ MOVIES! Full bar, signature cocktails, international wine list, 12 beers, espresso, and light lounge food. After 8pm, a cover charge is added for all seated guests. ALL AGES, ALL SHOWS, ALL THE TIME. more

Annie O's Music Hall

Live music, comedy and events! Full bar and local beers on tap. Karaoke nights on Thursdays. Located right on the corner of 5th St at Historic Railroad Square, Annie O’s Music Hall is the perfect location to host your private party or event... more

Another Planet Entertainment

Another Planet Entertainment, LLC (Another Planet) was created on July 18, 2003 when Gregg W. Perloff, President/CEO of Bill Graham Presents, left to build his own company. Shortly thereafter he was joined by longtime colleagues at Bill Graham Presen... more

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