Tickets: $20 , $30 , $40 , $50 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:15 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:30 Prepare for a once in a lifetime explosive music collaboration between the mind bending awe inspiring drumming of Blaque Dynamite accompanied by the colorful n lush textures of Urban Art Orchestra, brought to you by Detroit's very own Legendary Powerhouse Saxophonist and 3x Grammy nominated composer De'Sean Jones. 

Tickets: $20 , $40 , $50 , $60 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:30 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:45 Prepare for a once in a lifetime explosive music collaboration between the mind bending awe inspiring drumming of Blaque Dynamite accompanied by the colorful n lush textures of Urban Art Orchestra, brought to you by Detroit's very own Legendary Powerhouse Saxophonist and 3x Grammy nominated composer De'Sean Jones. 

Tickets: $20 , $40 , $50 , $60 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:30 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:45 Prepare for a once in a lifetime explosive music collaboration between the mind bending awe inspiring drumming of Blaque Dynamite accompanied by the colorful n lush textures of Urban Art Orchestra, brought to you by Detroit's very own Legendary Powerhouse Saxophonist and 3x Grammy nominated composer De'Sean Jones. 

Tickets: $20 , $30 , $40 , $50 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:15 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:30 Prepare for a once in a lifetime explosive music collaboration between the mind bending awe inspiring drumming of Blaque Dynamite accompanied by the colorful n lush textures of Urban Art Orchestra, brought to you by Detroit's very own Legendary Powerhouse Saxophonist and 3x Grammy nominated composer De'Sean Jones. 

Tickets: $20 , $30 , $40 , $50 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 Amanda is a dynamic singer, songwriter, and percussionist, known as ​one of the Bay Area’s most sought-after artists. Inspired by '90s neo-​soul and hip-hop, Amanda invents soulful soundscapes while blending ​elements of jazz with R&B rhythms, pushing the boundaries of ​contemporary music. Originally from Sylmar, California, she moved to San Francisco to study ​under Dr. John Calloway at San Francisco State University. Since then, ​Amanda’s musical career has flourished, leading to the release of her ​2024 EP, ART THERAPY. Featuring original compositions by Amanda, ART ​THERAPY offers a deep, authentic exploration of love, sex, and adulthood, ​with raw lyricism and honesty that encourage listeners to embrace the ​full spectrum of emotions that life brings. Drawing inspiration from ​visionaries like Beyoncé and Hiatus Kaiyote, this project showcases ​Amanda’s unique artistry and has become one of the Bay Area’s most ​exciting new projects, both live and in the studio. Amanda’s musical journey has been marked by performing as a ​percussionist at The Fillmore and Outside Lands. She has also ​showcased her vocal talent at Carnaval San Francisco and in a guest ​appearance with Aaron Frazer at The Wiltern. Supported by highly ​accomplished collaborators, Amanda continues to captivate audiences ​and solidify her place in the contemporary music scene. Band Lineup: TBA 

Tickets: $20 , $30 , $40 , $50 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:15 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:30 British-born, NYC-based pianist Wilfie Williams brings his powerhouse quartet to San Francisco for a four-night residency featuring Bay Area native and NYC rising star Akili Bradley on trumpet. Together, they represent a new generation reshaping the sound of modern jazz—bridging continents, traditions, and grooves with fearless creativity and heart. Williams, praised as “an exceptional player loaded with talent, purpose and poignancy” (Julian Joseph, BBC Radio 3), has become a sought-after presence in New York’s vibrant scene, performing with Ralph Peterson, Stacy Dillard, and Lonnie Plaxico. Bradley, a dynamic trumpeter and composer described as “a young musician to keep abreast of” (New York Amsterdam News), brings her deep roots and forward-thinking sound home to the Bay after acclaimed performances with Jason Moran, Dee Dee Bridgewater, and Steve Wilson. Expect four nights of groove, lyricism, and improvisational fire from two of jazz’s most exciting young voices—leading a band of rising stars taking the scene by storm. Band Lineup: Wilfie Williams, Piano/Keys Akili Bradley, Trumpet Jason Clotter, Bass Willie Bowman, Drums 

Tickets: $20 , $40 , $50 , $60 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:30 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:45 British-born, NYC-based pianist Wilfie Williams brings his powerhouse quartet to San Francisco for a four-night residency featuring Bay Area native and NYC rising star Akili Bradley on trumpet. Together, they represent a new generation reshaping the sound of modern jazz—bridging continents, traditions, and grooves with fearless creativity and heart. Williams, praised as “an exceptional player loaded with talent, purpose and poignancy” (Julian Joseph, BBC Radio 3), has become a sought-after presence in New York’s vibrant scene, performing with Ralph Peterson, Stacy Dillard, and Lonnie Plaxico. Bradley, a dynamic trumpeter and composer described as “a young musician to keep abreast of” (New York Amsterdam News), brings her deep roots and forward-thinking sound home to the Bay after acclaimed performances with Jason Moran, Dee Dee Bridgewater, and Steve Wilson. Expect four nights of groove, lyricism, and improvisational fire from two of jazz’s most exciting young voices—leading a band of rising stars taking the scene by storm. Band Lineup: Wilfie Williams, Piano/Keys Akili Bradley, Trumpet Jason Clotter, Bass Willie Bowman, Drums 

Tickets: $20 , $40 , $50 , $60 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:30 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:45 British-born, NYC-based pianist Wilfie Williams brings his powerhouse quartet to San Francisco for a four-night residency featuring Bay Area native and NYC rising star Akili Bradley on trumpet. Together, they represent a new generation reshaping the sound of modern jazz—bridging continents, traditions, and grooves with fearless creativity and heart. Williams, praised as “an exceptional player loaded with talent, purpose and poignancy” (Julian Joseph, BBC Radio 3), has become a sought-after presence in New York’s vibrant scene, performing with Ralph Peterson, Stacy Dillard, and Lonnie Plaxico. Bradley, a dynamic trumpeter and composer described as “a young musician to keep abreast of” (New York Amsterdam News), brings her deep roots and forward-thinking sound home to the Bay after acclaimed performances with Jason Moran, Dee Dee Bridgewater, and Steve Wilson. Expect four nights of groove, lyricism, and improvisational fire from two of jazz’s most exciting young voices—leading a band of rising stars taking the scene by storm. Band Lineup: Wilfie Williams, Piano/Keys Akili Bradley, Trumpet Jason Clotter, Bass Willie Bowman, Drums 

Tickets: $20 , $30 , $40 , $50 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:15 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:30 British-born, NYC-based pianist Wilfie Williams brings his powerhouse quartet to San Francisco for a four-night residency featuring Bay Area native and NYC rising star Akili Bradley on trumpet. Together, they represent a new generation reshaping the sound of modern jazz—bridging continents, traditions, and grooves with fearless creativity and heart. Williams, praised as “an exceptional player loaded with talent, purpose and poignancy” (Julian Joseph, BBC Radio 3), has become a sought-after presence in New York’s vibrant scene, performing with Ralph Peterson, Stacy Dillard, and Lonnie Plaxico. Bradley, a dynamic trumpeter and composer described as “a young musician to keep abreast of” (New York Amsterdam News), brings her deep roots and forward-thinking sound home to the Bay after acclaimed performances with Jason Moran, Dee Dee Bridgewater, and Steve Wilson. Expect four nights of groove, lyricism, and improvisational fire from two of jazz’s most exciting young voices—leading a band of rising stars taking the scene by storm. Band Lineup: Wilfie Williams, Piano/Keys Akili Bradley, Trumpet Jason Clotter, Bass Willie Bowman, Drums 

Tickets: $20 , $30 , $40 , $50 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 Join us for an unforgettable evening with the Eric Rasmussen NYC Quartet, celebrating the release of their latest SteepleChase Records album, School of Tristano Vol. 4. Formed two decades ago, this powerhouse ensemble carries forward the spirit of the Lennie Tristano tradition with modern flair and fearless improvisation. Expect masterful interplay, inventive arrangements, and a sound that bridges jazz history with today’s creative edge. Band Lineup: Eric Rasmussen, Alto Saxophone Matt Renzi, Tenor Saxophone Dave Ambrosio, Bass Mark Ferber, Drums 

Tickets: $20 , $30 , $40 , $50 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 9:30 show: Doors @8:45 A rare night with international soul-funk sensation Vladimir Cetkar—where sophistication meets seduction. Fresh off sold-out shows around the world, Cetkar brings his signature blend of funk, soul, and jazz to the Black Cat stage for an evening that’s equal parts elegance and electricity. Hailed by TIME OUT NYC as “a Macedonian soul man mashing disco and fusion into luxurious pop concoctions—think George Michael fronting Steely Dan in a cocktail bar,” Cetkar is redefining modern groove. A true renaissance artist—composer, guitarist, vocalist, arranger, and producer—he crafts lush, feel-good soundscapes that shimmer with romance, rhythm, and precision. Born in Ohrid, Macedonia and educated at Berklee College of Music, Cetkar channels the golden era of Chic and Earth, Wind & Fire through a contemporary lens, creating music that’s as timeless as it is fresh. His critically acclaimed albums We Will Never End, Heavenly, Going Home, and Let Us Be have catapulted him to stages across the globe—from the Blue Note Jazz Festival to Java Jazz, Sziget, and Jarasum Jazz Festival—earning him a reputation as one of the most exciting voices in jazz-soul-funk today. Expect irresistible hooks, lush arrangements, and grooves that make you move—because when Vladimir Cetkar takes the stage, the night comes alive. Band Lineup: TBD 

Tickets: $20 , $30 , $40 , $50 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 Lily Stern is a bassist, songwriter, vocalist, and producer whose sound bridges groove, fusion, and storytelling. She returns to the Bay with her powerhouse band featuring David Council on keys, Clark Sims on guitar, and James Small on drums. A Bay Area native forged in New York and refined on stages across the USA, Caribbean, Canada, and Europe, Lily has recently been touring internationally with Grammy-winning artist Fantastic Negrito, holding down the low end and vocals. Her music channels timeless creativity and discovery through the lens of a world-touring artist. Together, the group delivers an electric set rooted in tradition yet fearlessly modern. November 13th marks her return to The Black Cat after a sold-out debut in June. A rare hometown headlining performance from a band that’s lived the road and come home better than ever. Joined by the illustrious David Council of Graham Central Station, it promises to be a special evening. One set only, they’ll debut new music from Lily’s upcoming album; through-composed pieces & arrangements, & beautiful tributes inspired by her wide range of influences. Band Lineup: Lily Stern, bass & vocals David Council, keys+synth Clark Sims, guitar James Small, drums +special guests 

Tickets: $20 , $40 , $50 , $60 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:30 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:45 A modern master of the tenor saxophone, Joel Frahm returns to the stage with his unmistakable sound—soulful, fiery, and full of heart. Known for his stunning emotional range and effortless command of jazz, funk, rock, and blues, Frahm has become one of the defining voices of his generation. The Ottawa Citizen calls him “a musician of world-class fluency and post-bop invention… vital listening.” For this performance, Frahm leads an electrifying trio featuring Toronto drummer Ernesto Cervini (Myriad3, Turboprop) and bassist Dan Loomis (The Wee Trio, TS Monk). Together, they bring the spirit of their new album Lumination to life—an international collaboration bursting with groove, interplay, and modern swing. Expect soulful lyricism, sharp improvisation, and the kind of live chemistry that turns the night into something unforgettable. Band Lineup: Joel Frahm, Saxophone Dan Loomis, Bass Ernesto Cervini, Drums 

Tickets: $20 , $40 , $50 , $60 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:30 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:45 A modern master of the tenor saxophone, Joel Frahm returns to the stage with his unmistakable sound—soulful, fiery, and full of heart. Known for his stunning emotional range and effortless command of jazz, funk, rock, and blues, Frahm has become one of the defining voices of his generation. The Ottawa Citizen calls him “a musician of world-class fluency and post-bop invention… vital listening.” For this performance, Frahm leads an electrifying trio featuring Toronto drummer Ernesto Cervini (Myriad3, Turboprop) and bassist Dan Loomis (The Wee Trio, TS Monk). Together, they bring the spirit of their new album Lumination to life—an international collaboration bursting with groove, interplay, and modern swing. Expect soulful lyricism, sharp improvisation, and the kind of live chemistry that turns the night into something unforgettable. Band Lineup: Joel Frahm, Saxophone Dan Loomis, Bass Ernesto Cervini, Drums 

Tickets: $20 , $30 , $40 , $50 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:15 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:30 A modern master of the tenor saxophone, Joel Frahm returns to the stage with his unmistakable sound—soulful, fiery, and full of heart. Known for his stunning emotional range and effortless command of jazz, funk, rock, and blues, Frahm has become one of the defining voices of his generation. The Ottawa Citizen calls him “a musician of world-class fluency and post-bop invention… vital listening.” For this performance, Frahm leads an electrifying trio featuring Toronto drummer Ernesto Cervini (Myriad3, Turboprop) and bassist Dan Loomis (The Wee Trio, TS Monk). Together, they bring the spirit of their new album Lumination to life—an international collaboration bursting with groove, interplay, and modern swing. Expect soulful lyricism, sharp improvisation, and the kind of live chemistry that turns the night into something unforgettable. Band Lineup: Joel Frahm, Saxophone Dan Loomis, Bass Ernesto Cervini, Drums 

Tickets: $20 , $30 , $40 , $50 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 Veotis Latchison is an innovative songwriter, producer, and vocalist from Oakland, California. His artistic expression is deeply influenced by a mix of hip hop, R&B, soul, and jazz, drawing inspiration from artists like James Brown, D’Angelo, Donny Hathaway, Big yuki, Robert Glasper etc. widely known as a strong spirited Vocalist Veotis plays extensively throughout the bay and beyond. His original music is best described as “Epic story tellings of a young man trying for better”. Incorporating colorful and expansive melodies with poetry comparable to Nat king Cole, Cy Colman and Biggie Smalls. Band Lineup: Veotis Latchison, vocals Matt Clark, keys Isaac Coyle, bass Sheldon Alexander, drums 

Tickets: $20 , $30 , $40 , $50 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:15 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:30 Straight out of Chicago’s vibrant music scene, LowDown Brass Band brings the heat with an unstoppable fusion of brass, hip hop, reggae, and soul. This powerhouse horn ensemble channels the pulse of the streets into an explosive live show that’s equal parts party and performance art. From the Montreal Jazz Fest to Cotai Jazz Fest, LowDown has lit up stages across the globe—and now they’re bringing that same fire to San Francisco. With three acclaimed albums in just four years (The Reel Sessions, LowDown Nights, and $itizens of the World), the band continues to break genre boundaries and redefine what modern brass can be. Expect high-octane grooves, conscious lyricism, and a crowd moving from the first note to the last. This isn’t just a concert—it’s a movement. 

Tickets: $20 , $40 , $50 , $60 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:30 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:45 Straight out of Chicago’s vibrant music scene, LowDown Brass Band brings the heat with an unstoppable fusion of brass, hip hop, reggae, and soul. This powerhouse horn ensemble channels the pulse of the streets into an explosive live show that’s equal parts party and performance art. From the Montreal Jazz Fest to Cotai Jazz Fest, LowDown has lit up stages across the globe—and now they’re bringing that same fire to San Francisco. With three acclaimed albums in just four years (The Reel Sessions, LowDown Nights, and $itizens of the World), the band continues to break genre boundaries and redefine what modern brass can be. Expect high-octane grooves, conscious lyricism, and a crowd moving from the first note to the last. This isn’t just a concert—it’s a movement. 

Tickets: $20 , $40 , $50 , $60 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:30 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:45 Straight out of Chicago’s vibrant music scene, LowDown Brass Band brings the heat with an unstoppable fusion of brass, hip hop, reggae, and soul. This powerhouse horn ensemble channels the pulse of the streets into an explosive live show that’s equal parts party and performance art. From the Montreal Jazz Fest to Cotai Jazz Fest, LowDown has lit up stages across the globe—and now they’re bringing that same fire to San Francisco. With three acclaimed albums in just four years (The Reel Sessions, LowDown Nights, and $itizens of the World), the band continues to break genre boundaries and redefine what modern brass can be. Expect high-octane grooves, conscious lyricism, and a crowd moving from the first note to the last. This isn’t just a concert—it’s a movement. 

Tickets: $20 , $30 , $40 , $50 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:15 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:30 Minneapolis-based guitarist and composer Cody Steinmann brings an unforgettable night of raw emotion and fearless artistry to the Black Cat stage. Known for his genre-bending sound and deep expressive power, Steinmann fuses jazz, blues, rock, and metal into a singular voice that burns with intensity and truth. Steinmann has honed his craft under some of jazz’s most fearless innovators, from JD Allen to Ari Hoenig. With a sound as introspective as it is explosive, Cody Steinmann stands as one of the most daring new voices in modern jazz—a guitarist unafraid to blur lines, break open emotion, and turn life itself into music. Band Lineup: Cody Steinmann, Guitar Javier Santiago, Keys Giulio Xavier Cetto, Bass Benjamin Ring, Drums 

Tickets: $20 , $30 , $40 , $50 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 Join pianist and composer Michael Potter for a one-night show celebrating his return to the Bay Area after two transformative years in Tokyo. With his new quartet Altered State, Potter unveils an entirely fresh body of work composed abroad—music shaped by reflection, rhythm, and the quiet intensity of life in Japan. A graduate of the San Francisco Conservatory of Music and former student of the acclaimed Edward Simon, Potter’s music blends the lyricism of the jazz tradition with inspiration drawn from nature and meditation. His sound—both grounded and exploratory—creates an atmosphere that invites deep listening and joy in equal measure. Altered State is a new chapter in Potter’s musical journey—an evening of introspection, motion, and renewal. Band Lineup: Michael Potter, Piano John Palowitch, alto saxophone Giulio Xavier Cetto, bass Mike Quigg, drums 

Black Cat will be CLOSED this Thursday in observance of Thanksgiving Holiday! 

Tickets: $20 , $40 , $50 , $60 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:30 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:45 New York power duo Kazemde George (tenor saxophone) and Sami Stevens (voice and keys) bring their intoxicating blend of jazz, soul, and global groove to the Black Cat stage. Drawing on influences from Hip-Hop and R&B to Cuban rumba, 70s singer-songwriters, and classic bossa nova, their sound is a conversation—intimate, exploratory, and deeply human. Since first meeting at the New England Conservatory, the pair—now newly married—have built a singular musical language through two acclaimed albums, an EP, and a short film. George’s latest release, I Insist, earned four stars from Downbeat, praised for its “spiritual plane to consider what is at stake in imagining and remembering who we are.” Stevens’ solo debut on Sunnyside Records, Morning, was hailed by Glide Magazine for establishing her as “one of the most promising songwriters to appear in recent years.” Expect lush harmonies, deep rhythm, and magnetic chemistry from two artists who blur the line between collaboration and connection. Band Lineup: Sami Stevens, Voice Kazemde George, Saxophone Kai Lyons, Guitar Giulio Xavier Cetto, Bass Malachi Whitson, Drums 

Tickets: $20 , $40 , $50 , $60 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:30 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:45 New York power duo Kazemde George (tenor saxophone) and Sami Stevens (voice and keys) bring their intoxicating blend of jazz, soul, and global groove to the Black Cat stage. Drawing on influences from Hip-Hop and R&B to Cuban rumba, 70s singer-songwriters, and classic bossa nova, their sound is a conversation—intimate, exploratory, and deeply human. Since first meeting at the New England Conservatory, the pair—now newly married—have built a singular musical language through two acclaimed albums, an EP, and a short film. George’s latest release, I Insist, earned four stars from Downbeat, praised for its “spiritual plane to consider what is at stake in imagining and remembering who we are.” Stevens’ solo debut on Sunnyside Records, Morning, was hailed by Glide Magazine for establishing her as “one of the most promising songwriters to appear in recent years.” Expect lush harmonies, deep rhythm, and magnetic chemistry from two artists who blur the line between collaboration and connection. Band Lineup: Sami Stevens, Voice Kazemde George, Saxophone Kai Lyons, Guitar Giulio Xavier Cetto, Bass Malachi Whitson, Drums