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As an emerging force of all things music, ADEYA is a sonic tidal wave of dynamic and diverse artistry. Fueled by an intense commitment to creating soul stirring, thought provoking music, ADEYA transcends genres and style. Their synergistic approach to songwriting brings new and exciting soundscapes to the forefront while celebrating the timeless musical icons of the past. ADEYA is a bold and innovative band that creates radio friendly music for everyone who loves classic alternative rock with a modern twist.

Based in San Francisco California, ADEYA is an alternative rock band with an exciting and prolific history. Ron and Marlon used to play together in a band where they performed at clubs like the legendary Whiskey-a-go-go, The Opium Den and The Dragonfly in L.A. as well as many Bay Area clubs like The Hard Rock Cafe, The Cocodrie, The Covered Wagon, House of Shields, 330 Ritch, Ruby Skye, Boulders, The Grange Hall, The Cactus Club, The Usual, Jack London Square, Broadway Studios, The Montara Lighthouse, The Gaslighter Theatre, The Quarternote, The Pioneer, The Britannia Arms, The Fifth Quarter, The Blue Fin, The Loading Zone, C and J's and more. They've also performed at larger venues like The Stockton Civic Auditorium, The Chabot College Auditorium and The Henry J Kaiser Arena for the California Music Awards where they shared the stage with legendary artists like Green Day, Sammy Hagar, Elvin Bishop, Santana, Little Feet, Orixa, Tracy Chapman, Huey Lewis and members of The Doobie Brothers. They've performed at many Bay Area festivals like The Gilroy Garlic Festival, Tapestry and Talent, Fall Fest, The Hayward Zucchini Festival, The Sunnyvale Art and Wine Festival, The Mountain View Small Brewers Festival, The Celebrate Saratoga Festival, The Stockton Asparagus Festival, Six Flags Marine World and more. They have been on major radio stations like Alice Radio 97.3, KMBY 104.3, Live 105, KBAY 94.5, KGO 810, Mix 106.5, KARA 105.7, KCNL 104.9, KRTY 95.3, KSJS, KSCU and more. They've also performed and been interviewed on major television networks like ABC, NBC, KGO TV, KCIU, KTVU FOX 2, KCRA TV and more. Their prolific history is a testament to their infectious and heartfelt artistry. In 2023, the two songwriters got back together to create the music heard on their debut CD titled We Are Everyone. With the addition of Mark Russell on bass and Samuel Terrell on drums, the bands music is even more dynamic and infectious. Mark's hypnotic and ferocious bass work adds warmth, depth and muscle to the Adeya sound. As the heartbeat of the band, Samuel's drum work brings dynamics and groove to the music. His thunderous beats and driving rhythms are captivating and unforgettable. Adeya's well crafted and memorable songs are filled with big hooks and driving beats. With passionate performances and world class artistry, Adeya brings people to their feet in a celebration of life, forever chanting

We Are Everyone.

Greetings
AfriCali, a Hearty Cioppino of heavy rhythms and percussions, 1970's ethiopian music, africa scream rock topped with california coastal seasoning drenched in afrobeat & Hip hop
The 7 Piece Band embodies the meaning of Afro-fusion and probably one of the livest shows

Step into the night https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=WmBErvOXlRQ

The Struggle - https://music.apple.com/us/song/the-struggle/129579049

Recent performances from RailRoad Square Music Fest: https://youtube.com/shorts/CIRr7_Rzsk0?si=7mamDj-B_zUu6j39

A Lady Clip from WHole Earth Fest. ---> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ind-1GT0IMs

A clip from Our Oakland SHow https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3wvjK_d40NQ

The most interesting thing about AfriCali is that it lends importance to all the instrumentation as much as it does to the vocals, while the melodies of each instrument and voice develops in episodes, as opposed to the familiar verse-chorus format. What is astounding about this piece is its absolute ground-breaking and utterly contemporary fusion of innumerable elements. About as experimental and open-hearted as music gets, the endless interweaving of various keyboard, guitar sounds, the vocals and the evolving percussion, equals a masterpiece in any terms.

Contact: Moses FLickinger
(707)806-7950
zito@AfriCali.com
https://www.facebook.com/africalimusic/

Agness Twin is an Alternative/Post-Punk band based out of Oakland and Martinez, CA.
Agness Twin started back in the late '90s in the San Francisco underground music scene as Agness with Elisa Ovrahim as the front woman. Unique, progressive arrangements with her custom double-neck electric 12-string/6-string guitar that adds touches of Post-Punk, mid Tempo Ambient Americana. Many influences from '90s bands like the Breeders, PJ Harvey, Mazzy Star
After relocating back to the SF Bay Area and a long break from music she was asked to join Vinsantos as the guitarist/backing vocalist for Vinsantos on the "Love and Rockets" reunion tour of 2023. Following the tour Agness Twin released "Turn to Gold". It's s hypnotic, genre defying sound was well received in the Alternative/Post-Punk music scene and is embraced by many college radio stations(Kalx,BFf.fm,Kfjc) & DJs on the West Coast. Agness Twin is working on new material that will be out in 2026

Aireene & The Itch play a mix of stompin', swayin', timeless and soulful Americana reminiscent of front porch storytelling, of ghosts and the living, times of laughter and tears.

“A rare breed of artist, soul singer, folk troubadour, a skiffle tear-stained street singer with a heart as big as the history of the music that drives her...a storyteller without borders or cultural limitations.” - No Depression

“Folk singer-songwriter Aireene Espiritu works in the elemental substance of vernacular American music with an uncanny ease. Whether blues, hillbilly, soul, folk or R&B...demonstrates masterly command of each. Her original compositions mix deft lyrical construction and classic form just as impressively...An authentic, authoritative vocalist and with distinctly sensitive manner of phrasing...”  - Los Angeles Times 

The Alcatraz Islanders is an instrumental ensemble that performs Hawaiian and mainland jazz from the swing era. The band recreates the lush sounds that once filled the Waikiki night clubs and classic tiki bars during the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s.

Established in 2017, the Alpha Rhythm Kings have created quite a stir with music fans, crafting an exciting “King Size California sound” that No Depression magazine calls “the badge of authenticity. The “swaggering” (Washington Post) ensemble, led by Robert Dehlinger’s “exhilarating” trumpet and “magnetic” vocals (Jazz Corner), has become a favorite with audiences all over the globe, from Idaho to Indiana, and Beverly Hills to Budapest.

The band is known for headlining California’s premier jazz venues (Yoshi’s in Oakland, Herb Alpert’s Vibrato Grill in Bel Air), top New York nightclubs like Manhattan’s 54 Below, and casino residencies at the Fontainebleau in Las Vegas and the Peppermill Resort in Reno. They’ve also appeared at high-profile celebrity events, including the Grammy Awards Nominee Celebration in San Francisco. The Alpha Rhythm Kings regularly perform for enthusiastic crowds at street fairs and music festivals, and are beloved by swing dancers nationwide. They also make frequent appearances at the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California.

Frontman Robert has entertained audiences at some of America’s most iconic locales, including Lincoln Center’s Midsummer Night Swing in Manhattan, George Lucas’ Skywalker Ranch, and Pixar Animation Studios. The Alpha Rhythm Kings’ debut recording, the EP California Boogie — featuring their explosive original arrangement of “Oh Marie” — was praised by Jazz Corner as “a truly happening party record” and named by the Hey Mister Jesse podcast as one of the “greatest swingin’ releases worldwide.”

The A.R.K.’s first full-length offering, Sharp Dressed Men, is “a jumping good time of an album” (Midwest Record Blog) and “sharper than a Versace suit” (Jazz Weekly). Several singles followed, with a new album slated for release in 2026. In 2025, Robert Dehlinger and the Alpha Rhythm Kings were invited to Osaka, Japan, to represent the United States as performers at the World Expo

ANCESTRAL WATER was a Jack Grady O’Neil song written in 1999 for the San Francisco Grady Family Reunion. The Grady’s were Irish Immigrants and an early California Family that was celebrating a 150 years in the Golden State. ANCESTRAL WATER then became a Jack Grady O’Neil album, released in 2009, that tells the entire story of Jack's Gold Rush Family History in 9 songs. After the release of the ANCESTRAL WATER album, a band was formed to present the musical story in 2009. ANCESTRAL WATER BAND was started by Bryan Daley, Gerald Turetzky and Jack Grady O’Neil. Over the last 17 years, Jack, together with Gerald, have led a group of musicians to become a top Americana bands in Central Contra Costa. Steve Sage included Jack and his band among his DVC Rock, Rhythm & Blues Alumni bands. We have performed over a hundred times over those years. ANCESTRAL WATER BAND has evolved to feature Singer-Songwriter-Acoustic Guitarist Jack Grady O’Neil, vocalist and drummer Gerald Turetzky, Barbara Miercke on violin & vocals, Wayne Ditzel on electric guitar & vocals, George Astin, bass & vocals and Jonathan Korn on mandolin.

IMPORTANT: We have 3 albums worth of ORIGINAL MATERIAL. All three are available on Streaming Services. The albums are called ANCESTRAL WATER, THE GRAYING OF THE TEMPLES and PROCEED TO THE HORIZON. We are currently in the Studio recording new material, some of which we already perform. We play shows 2 different ways: ALL ORIGINAL SONGS or we play a Mix of Covers and Originals, depending on the Gig. For this show we will perform ALL ORIGINALS and we can play 2 hours of ORIGINALS if required.

Our Website Videos include covers, but all ORIGINALS are shown as written by Jack Grady O'Neil

Formed in late 1978, Ancient Future is the first and longest running musical organization dedicated exclusively to the mission of creating world fusion music. Their music is an exhilarating fusion of exciting rhythms and exotic sounds featuring virtuoso musicians from around the globe. Their music combines contemporary jazz and rock with the irresistible rhythms of Africa, Bali, India, the Middle East and South America, the rich harmonies of European classical music, and the melodic knowledge of the whole world.

"If the members of the United Nations formed a world-fusion band, it might look and sound a little something like Ancient Future."— Ryan Allen, Leo Weekly, Louisville, Kentucky

"The key to Ancient Future is its ability to present various styles of music in settings that are accessible but still exotically charming. The net result is an infectious sound that simultaneously entertains and challenges." – Edward Tywoniak, BAM (Bay Area Music)

"Marvelous rhythmic patterns ... truly magnificent tonal balances ... the shifting dynamics,the fabric of the ensemble, the emergence, (then gradual disappearance) of melodic lines and the esprit de corps are MESMERIZING." – Philip Elwood, San Francisco Examiner

Bay Area Based 7 Piece Soul Music Outfit Andre Cruz & The Black Diamond Rbythm Band have been bringing their brand of Bay Area Soul to audiences across the West Coast since 2020. From sharing stages with Lee Fields, Thee Sacred Souls, Monophonics to performing at the Los Angeles County Holiday Celebration, Andre Cruz & The Black Diamond Rhythm Band are guaranteed to fill hearts & dance floors.

Bay Area based, 7 piece soul music outfit Andre Cruz & The Black Diamond Rhythm Band have been a staple in the Bay Area since 2020, bringing infectious grooves, heart heavy soul & crowd pleasing sounds to audiences everywhere.

Anthony Arya is an Indie Folk Rock artist from the San Francisco Bay Area, California. He gained popularity at 16 after his appearance on NBC’s The Voice. Since then, he has released four full length albums winning national awards for his songwriting. From his soulful lyrics to gritty guitar riffs, Anthony brings the folk rock California sound of Laurel Canyon to a modern era. The Anthony Arya Band with their signature sound, is one of the most sought after bands around the Bay Area from Monterey to Sonoma.
www.anthonyarya.com
Listen Band Here: https://youtu.be/onyYGeT5FXs

Australian Bebop Ragas (also known as ABR) features original compositions based on Hindustani Ragas.

Teed Rockwell learned these Ragas from over a hundred classes with Ali Akbar Khan, and from dozens of classes with Sitar Maestros Shahid Parvez and Habib Khan. Teed is the only person in the world to play in this musical tradition on the Touchstyle Veena, a unique customized instrument which has a guitar-like fretboard played by tapping the strings simultaneously with both hands.

Jesse Sheehan is one of the very few saxophonists trained in the Hindustani musical tradition. He studied tabla in India for years with living legend Pandit Nayan Ghosh, and also performed with many of India’s finest musicians.

Andy Graham plays (Australian) didgeridoo and (Bebop) drums simultaneously, using a unique rack mounted system that he designed and built himself. He played with Teed in the popular Sonoma county band DyaTribal, and is widely known as the inventor of many unique musical instruments. He is especially known for the slaperoo, which is played by musicians as diverse as Stevie Wonder and Indian Percussionist Shivamani.

ABR was originally formed with Teed Rockwell on the Touchstyle Veena, Stephen Kent on didgeridoo, and Sameer Gupta on drums. This version of ABR played numerous concerts across the state and country, including several shows at the famed Berkeley venue Freight & Salvage. They also recorded an album called Snakes and Ladders, which sold thousands of copies through a variety of distributors, has over a hundred listener-created stations on Pandora, and is widely listened to on Spotify, Apple, and most other streaming services.

West Coast American roots outfit with rich acoustic tones, Back pOrchEstra offers fresh yet retro genre-blending and genre-bending with a broad range of mostly original and some historic music featuring the stellar SF Bay Areans: Candy Girard (Delaney Bramlet, Tanya Tucker, Clint Black, Jerry Garcia) on violin, Gary Potterton (NRPS, Texas Chainsaw) on guitar and dobro, Tim Eschliman (Etta James, The Blues Project, Commander Cody & His Western Airmen, Jesse Colin Young, The Christmas Jug Band) on vocals & resonator guitar, Bowen Brown (John Lee Hooker, Tommy Castro, Rhythmtown-Jive) on drums, Beau Beaullieu (California Honeydrops, Gator Beat) on bass plus special guest Kathy Kennedy (Big Bang Beat, Smokey Robinson) on vocals and Mingo Lewis Jr (Vinyl) on percussion.

This year we have just now released our 2nd American Roots Album, "Stories In The Heart" and are starting url our new release tour.
listen now!: https://orcd.co/5xga7nr
Single out now too, "Ever Think About It:" https://orcd.co/qo5579q

Review from NRN, New Releases Now: https://www.newreleasesnow.com/album/back-porchestra-stories-in-the-heart
Vince's Hot Picks (Best of 2026): Back Porchestra returns with Stories In The Heart, a warm, mostly unplugged roots record that blends country blues, New Orleans swing, Tex-Mex, and soul.

"San Francisco roots collective Back Porchestra returns with Stories In The Heart, a warm, road-worn album that leans into rich acoustic tones while freely bending genres without ever breaking the feel. Built around a mostly unplugged framework, the record draws from country blues, roots rock, Zydeco, Tex-Mex, New Orleans rhythms, Motown soul, singer-songwriter traditions, and even Brazilian textures, all woven together with an easy confidence that sounds earned, not assembled.

At the core is Tim Eschliman, whose seasoned vocals and resonator guitar bring gravity and grit shaped by years sharing stages with artists like Etta James and Commander Cody & His Lost Planet Airmen. He’s surrounded by a Bay Area roots dream team: Bowen Brown on drums, Candy Girard on violin, Beau Beaullieu on bass, and Gary Potterton on guitar and dobro. Together, they give Stories In The Heart its loose swing and lived-in chemistry, favoring feel over flash and letting the songs unfold naturally.

The album’s extended cast adds even more depth. Guest vocals from Kathy Kennedy bring a touch of classic soul lineage tied to Smokey Robinson, while percussionist Vicki Randle, known for her work with Jay Leno’s Tonight Show band, adds subtle rhythmic color. Piano from the late Austin de Lone and additional percussion from Mingo Lewis Jr. round out a sound that feels expansive without ever getting crowded.

What sets Stories In The Heart apart is its sense of balance. Resonator guitar, violin, bass, drums, percussion, dobro, and Telecaster create a flexible, roots-forward palette that allows Back Porchestra to move between styles fluidly. The songs echo traditions without reenacting them, keeping one foot in the past and the other firmly planted in the present.

As Americana Highway’s Jeff Burger observed, Back Porchestra evokes artists across decades and genres, sharing DNA with bands like Dan Hicks and His Hot Licks and Asleep at the Wheel. With Stories In The Heart, they prove that roots music still thrives when it stays curious, collaborative, and grounded in the simple power of great players trusting the song."

Our last album, "Voices In My Head (Genre Whiplash)" made the Top 100 Albums of 2022 at Alt.Country Specialty Chart ..choose your music service: https://orcd.co/dw640r4

"It's one fine album" - Ben Fong-Torres (Rolling Stone, Almost Famous)

"...everything from alt. rock to cajun, to country, to Brownie Ford era Western Swing. But the thing that keeps this set together is their excellent songwriting full of smooth never-miss-a-beat lines and vivid imagery. It's a studio album but it sure does have a back porch jam band feel to it" - Calvin Powers, WHUP-FM, americanamusicshow.com,

more at... https://www.BackpOrchEstra.com

BandCamp: https://backporchestra.bandcamp.com

youTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOTwG2XEiO2O8c0dEI-7hlpI8nr7apiNf (full playlist)

Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/backporchestra.bsky.social

Reverb Nation: https://www.reverbnation.com/backporchestra

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BackPorchEstra/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backporchestra/

Big Baby is a 4 piece original funk-rock band, playing original music. Mostly soulful, dance-able music and also some rock! Big Baby has played many local establishments since the founding of the band in 2023. All members are seasoned, veteran players.

Launched by bassist Giulio Xavier Cetto and former Mars Volta/Thundercat drummer Thomas Pridgen, Big Trippin is a California-based improvisation-laced vehicle for exploring state-of-the-art grooves. While the band mainly performs as an instrumental quartet including alto saxophonist John Palowitch and pianist Javier Santiago, they are known for surprise "collective" shows utilizing California's most talented artists, including emcees, vocalists, and instrumentalists alike. These vibe masters specialize in getting a party started and keeping the energy bumping for improvisers, MC’s and dancers alike. Encompassing rock, hip hop, funk and jazz, the collective is built on the loose and limber rhythm section tandem of Cetto and Pridgen, players recognized internationally as contemporary music standard bearers. For this show, Big Trippin will play in its original form: a raw instrumental quartet, delivering original music and arrangements with searing fusion melodies expertly placed over house and hip hop-inspired grooves. A night not to miss from one of the US's most promising up-and-coming jazz groups.

CLIFFORD LAMB BIO

Clifford Lamb was born in New York City and began playing classical piano at the age of 5. He discovered Jazz at age 16 and was fortunate to begin jazz studies with Wes Montgomery’s pianist, Richard Crabtree.

He studied piano and arranging at Boston’s famed Berklee College of Music. While completing his studies at Berklee, Clifford played with such stellar musicians as Kevin Eubanks (The Tonight Show with Jay Leno), Tommy Campbell (Mahavishnu, Dizzy Gillespie) among many others.

Shortly later, he performed as a journeyman pianist – including a stint with the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra before settling in Los Angeles, where he credits such local heroes as bassists Larry Gales and Henry Franklin as key influences. He performed there with Carl Burnett, John Pattitucci (Chick Corea, Herbie Hancock), Henry “Skipper” Franklin, George Adams and many others.

He eventually moved to the Bay Area where, and after a slight respite from the scene, he rededicated himself to music. His performances in San Francisco included collaborations with Herbie Lewis (McCoy Tyner, Jackie Maclean), Donald “Duck” Bailey, John Handy and Darrell Green.

His piano style has been shaped by such influential past masters as Oscar Peterson, Chick Corea, and Herbie Hancock. But he has also delved into the music of such younger musicians as pianists Robert Glasper, and Danilo Perez and trumpeters Nicholas Payton and Ambrose Akinmusire.

Clifford’s first Recording, released in 1999, featured Victoria Ryan (Cat Stevens, Herbie Hancock) and was followed by his nationally recognized 2008 release “One” featuring his own compositions and arrangements.

In 2016, Clifford’s recording, “Bridges” was recorded live to two tracks and released nationally and internationally on Weberworks. Featuring Cindy Blackman Santana and Buster Williams, the recording was produced by highly lauded producer, Jeffrey Weber, and enjoyed significant airplay on over 300 stations world-wide.

His follow up effort, “Brothers & Sisters, also recorded live to two tracks and produced by Jeffrey Weber, was released in 2017, again for Weberworks. The album again features his trio, Cindy Blackman Santana and Buster Williams along with special guest, Nicholas Payton. “Brothers & Sisters” reached the top 50 on the jazz charts and was overwhelmingly accepted by over 400 radio stations.

Clifford teamed up again with producer Jeffrey Weber for his next live two track recording, “Blues & Hues,” released in 2019 on Weberworks. For this exceptionally unique offering, Clifford gathered his quartet, Cindy Blackman Santana, Buster Williams and Nicholas Payton for this album of “mashups” but also added a host of special guests on woodwinds, guitars, vocals and even a rapper. This project features a series of Clifford’s original compositions intertwined with songs that have had an impact on Clifford or were sources of inspiration.

Clifford’s library of recordings all feature his deeply passionate themes of oppression, dissension, retribution and redemption. The live two track recording methodology literally captures his performances and offers Clifford at his most searing emotional, in the moment, expression of vulnerability and determination.

BEBE brings the warmth and rhythm of Brazil to the East Bay. With a Rio-born vocalist at the center and a tight ensemble of California musicians, BEBE blends samba, bossa nova, and modern jazz into a vibrant, sophisticated sound that moves both heart and feet. Their shows light up wineries, clubs, and festivals across Northern California with Brazilian energy and East Bay groove.

Greetings! We are a Latin band that offers live dance music from the Caribbean, with an emphasis in countries like Venezuela, Colombia, Cuba and Dominican Republic. Our band stands out not only for its rich musical diversity but also for its inclusive identity, embracing the LGBTQ+ community, and a majority of female band members. We had the honor of playing for the PRMF a couple of years back, and would love to be a part of the festival again. Thanks for your consideration!

Captain Monk is the brain child of Richmond based multi instrumentalist and songwriter Jackson Allen. What started out as a solo recording project has now turned into a tight, dynamic, and interesting live band featuring some of The Bay’s premier musicians.
Jonathan Herrera (Fantastic Negrito on bass
Joel Griffin (CeCe Wynars) on drums
Tahkus Allen (Narada Michael Walden) on keys and vocals
They seamlessly blend their unique brand of rock with driving funk and even some Americana/Country.

In his career as a professional musician Jackson has played with or recorded for Narada Michael Walden, Whitney Houston, The Temtations, Aloe Blacc, Zara Larrson and more. He also has appeared on such shows as The Tonight Show, Ellen, and James Corden.

Carlos Xavier is a San Francisco–based salsa singer, songwriter, and bandleader with over 26 years of experience bringing passion, power, and authenticity to the stage. Leading a dynamic 10-piece salsa band, he blends classic salsa roots with modern influences to create music that moves both hearts and dance floors. He has released two acclaimed salsa albums, Vive Todo Ahora and Levántate, the latter featuring a standout collaboration with salsa legend Luis Enrique. Recognized by Billboard as one of the “Top 15 Hidden Gem Salsa Artists,” Carlos Xavier continues to keep salsa vibrant, relevant, and alive for new generations.

Charm World is a San Francisco Bay area based power trio headed by Bruce Rayburn on lead vocals and guitar with Cynthia Louise on backgrounds and bass, with Troy Norman on drums.

Previously described as jangle core, Charm World stems from Bruce Rayburn's many years in the SF Bay area music scene.

His bands, Xmas Eve, Yo, Wicked Skipper, El Sob and Swerve span the decades since the early 80's.

Strong song writing, crunchy guitar, and Rayburn's uniquely ardent vocals characterize his efforts.
Joined now on bass and spooky backgrounds is Cynthia Louise, aka CL, whose main claim is background vocals on bay area icon Chris Isaak's Wicked Game, which Charm World occasionally covers.
Wildman extraordinaire, Troy Norman on drums.

Have been in continuous business since 2010 in the Bay Area, Fresno , Paso Robles , San Jose, Los Angeles Oxnard

Playing in private events, night clubs , festivals, non profit events,concerts.

Widely recognized as one of the most exciting young bands in acoustic music, Crying Uncle Bluegrass Band plays a unique mix of bluegrass, Dawg (David Grisman music), jazz, and modern originals. Brothers Miles and Teo Quale are joined by bassist Andrew Osborn and 2023 National Flat Pick Guitar Champion Ian Ly, all outstanding musicians of the vibrant California bluegrass scene. Founded in 2016 as a Duo band, Miles and Teo formed the bluegrass band in 2017 and since then, they have continued to make waves in the world of bluegrass and acoustic music. In 2024, the bluegrass band celebrated their debut at the Grand Ole Opry; and in 2023, they received the International Bluegrass Music Association's Momentum Band of the Year award. The band was also honored to perform for the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame’s induction of their hero, David Grisman.

Based in Northern California, Crying Uncle Bluegrass has opened for prestigious bands, including Marty Stuart and his Fabulous Superlatives and David Grisman Bluegrass Experience. The band has played at major festivals such as IBMA’s World of Bluegrass Festival, CBA’s Father's Day Bluegrass Festival, Strawberry Music Festival, SF’s Hardly Strictly Bluegrass, Delfest, Wintergrass Festival, and Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival. Internationally, the band has toured in Japan, Korea, and Finland. They have performed at Bluegrass in La Roche, France and at Kaustinen Folk Music Festival, Finland. The band has also performed on TEDTalk twice. In 2022, Miles was also a proud recipient of the Whippoorwill Arts Fellowship.

The band released their eponymous album, Crying Uncle, in 2018. And in 2020, they released their sophomore album, Monroe Bridge, which features guest artists, fiddler Chad Manning and mandolinist Sharon Gilchrist and produced by banjoist Keith Little. In 2021, the bluegrass band came out with an EP of mostly self-written tunes, Till I Dance Again with You, inspired by a year of “isolating” during the pandemic. In 2022, they released their album, The Thing of Dreams, which highlights their originals. In the summer of 2024, they signed with Engelhardt Music Group and released their newest album, I still Remember June. Crying Uncle Bluegrass is proud to be a Fishman artist and an Ear Trumpet Labs artist.

Danilo Paiz is a composer, lyricist, vocalist, percussionist, and guitarist who has performed, recorded, and toured the world with legends such as Ray Barretto, Dizzy Gillespie, Ruben Blades, Celia Cruz, and many others. He began releasing his own original material in the 1990s. He has been performing with his Salsa orchestra, as well as smaller music groups, around the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond for several decades, playing a range of genres, such as Salsa, Latin Jazz, Merengue, Cumbia, Reggaeton, Cha Cha, Cuban Son, as well as R&B, Swing, and Blues.

The Debra Knox All Star Band is comprised of seasoned Bay Area players, featuring Larry Lynch from The Greg Kihn Band on drums and vocals, Robbie Dunbar from Earth Quake on guitar and vocals, Al Chan from The Rubinoos on bass and vocals and award winning writer, film maker, actress and musician Debra Knox on guitar, piano and vocals. With original and tasty covers seasoned into the mix, the band offers a melodic, energetic and always heartfelt performance for all ages.