Bands who play in Marin

All of the following Marin County bands are available for private events, weddings & fundraisers and can generally be reached by clicking on the links provided. However, if you need assistance contacting any of them or would like help planning an event, please contact shelley@marinlocalmusic.com.

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2AM CLUB

Abandon Theory


A Sacramento based three piece band who describe them selves as a mix of the Violent Femmes, Jack Johnson, and Sublime

Allen Fredrick

Allen Fredrick is a dynamic vocalist, as well as guitarist, keyboardist and harmonica player whose style is rooted in Blues, Rock, Jazz and R&B. He was keyboardist and singer for the Hoodoo Rhythm Devils for two years where he played many club and concert dates in the San Francisco Bay area.

American Drag

A gang of unapologetic rockers, American Drag is a kicking live band from the San Francisco Bay Area with songs to match. The band drops classic rock attitude on a modern sound, electrifying audiences with tried and true song craft and fearless performances since forming the group in 2004.

Animal Instincts

Anna Estrada

Latin & Brazilian Jazz Vocalist. Her first CD has received several favorable reviews and has been nominated by the Latin Jazz Corner as Best Vocalist 2008.

Aram Danesh and The Super Human Crew

Aram and company have created an omnivorous groove incorporating rhythms from all over the world, producing a harmonious vibe honoring all cultures and acknowledging the connection between all people in the global village.
Hard rock, funk and R and B of the mid 70s, updating them with the band's trademark combination of pop, hip-hop and international flavor.

Asher/LaMacchia EV-O-LU-TION

RAVE REVIEWS FOR Asher/LaMacchia EV-O-LU-TION

"Big fan of your work. Enjoyed your live cd immensely." - Huey Lewis

B-52s

Big B and his Snakeoil Saviors

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Biting The Dog

Biting The Dog - Hard Rockin' Americana Progressive .Raised by a wild pack of drunken, fun-lovin' rock and roll lesbian pygmy guerilla freedom fighters, the members of BITING THE DOG were united as children in the Amazon jungle where they were left stranded by a single plane crash.Pygmy-trained and possessing guerilla-instincts, the members of BITING THE DOG are now back in the U.S. and prepared to bring the effing ROCK!!!

Black Olive Jazz

Classic Swing : Cole Porter, Duke Ellington
Jazz Standards :, Harold Arlen, Irving Berlin
Bossa Nova : Antonio Carlos Jobim, Joao Gilberto
Latin Jazz : Consuelo Velasques, Ary Borroso
Modern Jazz : John Coltrane, Miles Davis
Bebop : Dizzy Gillespie

Kay Andreas
Black Olive Jazz
San Francisco, CA 94115
415-810-4924

Blame Sally

BLAME SALLY is: Pam Delgado, Renee Harcourt, Jeri Jones and Monica Pasqual. These four accomplished instrumentalist/singers combine their strikingly different approaches to create a distinct and beautiful sound that's been described as emotionally charged, highly melodic, and compelling.

Bob Hill Band

The seeds of the Bob Hill Band (BHB) were sown when three of the five musicians were classmates in middle school in Marin County, California. Fortunate to be raised in the musically-rich and diverse San Francisco Bay Area, the founder of BHB wrote his first original song and performed it in the seventh grade.

Brindl

California Honeydrops

The California Honeydrops are the Bay Area’s newest and most authentic Roots and Blues ensemble. Influenced by artists such as Robert Johnson, Professor Longhair, and the Soul Stirrers, this group of young musicians breathes new life and inspiration into the nearly forgotten music of the American South.

Christmas Jug Band

The Christmas Jug Band are stalwart purveyors of the jugabilly mystique!

Chrome Johnson

Clara George

Cowboy Perverts

The Cowboy Perverts are a San Francisco based XXX Country Punk band who's songs feature Blistering guitar work, whiskey infused lyrics, smoking beats and a wagon load of healthy hayseed perversion.

CRASHLANDING

CRASHLANDING is a hard driving rock-n-roll band with heavy blues and psychedelic influences inspired by Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, the Mars Volta and blues greats. CRASHLANDING plays regularly in NORCAL and the San Francisco Bay Area.

Crunchy Frog

Curt Yagi & The People Standing Behind Me

Curt Yagi & The People Standing Behind Me: Live in San FranciscoCurt Yagi & The People Standing Behind Me: Live in San Francisco

Recently voted the 2008 Best of the Bay Singer Songwriter by the San Francisco Bay Guardian, Curt Yagi is quickly becoming a fan favorite in the Bay Area.

Damir Stosic

His powerful voice and accoustic strumming make Damir Stosic a favorite on the Marin pub scene.

Daniel Fusco Quartet

Featuring

Joe Cohen - Saxophone
Matthew Charles Heulitt - Guitar
Bryan Bowman - Drums
Daniel Fusco - Double Bass

Playing Eccentric and Eclectic Jazz Styled Music

Daniel Fusco's Triologue

Brad Niven - Piano
Mark Bernfield - Drums
Daniel Fusco - Bass

Contemporary Piano Trio - Jazz

Dannny Montana & the Bar Association


Check out the band the Pacific Sun's Beat Column recently called "...far and away the hottest country band around."

Danny Click & Mari Mack
Dave Matthews Blues Band

Rockin' Blues Party/Dance Band!Dave Matthews Blues BandDave Matthews Blues Band

David Ervin

Improv piano is where I like to be! David E

David Thom Band

"The DTB is a group of talented young musicians who play bluegrass music with the right attitude...I heartily recommend you check them out."

David Grisman, mandolinist, Acoustic Disc

Dead Set

Dead Set plays song-based acoustic jam music and draws from the Grateful Dead's songbook as well as American traditionals, Dylan, and original compositions. www.myspace.com/deadset

Dgiin

Acoustic, Flamenco, Funk

Dgiin

Info Sheet

Diamond Ortiz

YO YO YO Peoples! Comin' your way from across the bay it's DIAMOND ORTIZ! Reppin' the blues and rock 'n' roll!!! Not to mention that OG sleazy FONK--- OWWWWWWW!

Dizzy Balloon


Who are we?
We are 5 high school friends who grew up making and loving music. We come from a lil town called Piedmont, California and one day we're going to be the most biggest famousest band in the whole wide world.

Do The People Dig It?

Drew Gasparini


Acoustic / Folk Rock / Pop

Electric Tiger Lily

Eliquate

Solo Hip-hop from Elliot Wright

Eric Martin

Eric Martin started his career singing at the end of the 70’s for a San Francisco band called 415. With 415, Eric played hundreds of shows opening for established act like Billy Squire, Hall & Oats, Journey, ZZ Top and Foreigner to name a few.

Eric McFadden Trio

From the first notes, it's clear we're in for some heavy weather. But in these featherweight days, it's invigorating to find an axeman who bears down hard like Robert Johnson sparring with Metallica AND whose tunes hum with apocalyptic menace. McFadden infuses a Dylan-esque landscape with punk and metal seasoning.

Eta Carinae

Eta Cariane is a three piece post-rock band from Marin County, California which formed in April of 2007.They are currently working on an EP to be released in the winter of 2008.

Fever Dreams


We are four bay-area high school students looking for good times and making good music.
We play rock music. I don't really know what kind of rock yet. But it's rock.

FITO REINOSO Y SU RITMO Y ARMONÍA

For Whom the Bridge Tolls Musical Comedy Revue

Created by Marin County residents Rita Abrams (The "Mill Valley" song, NEW WRINKLES, and the MEN ARE FROM MARS, WOMEN ARE FROM VENUS musical), and Stan Sinberg (Mad Magazine, SF Chronicle, Wall Street Journal), the show will feature the outstanding talents of Sharon Boucher, Randy Nazarian, Lisa-Marie Newton, and Joe Osborn, with musical direction by Rita Abrams.
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Gabby La La

This photo was taken at the Troubador in LA!This photo was taken at the Troubador in LA!KOOKY AND SPOOKY!
This is fun and feisty music unlike anything you have probably seen or heard!
If you believe in elfs, munchkins, ghosts, goblins, and or the tooth fairy you might believe in Gabby La La.
The only way to find out is to come to a show and see for yourself!

Get Set Go!

Gravity Plan

Gravity Plan is a Marin based Indie Psychedelic Alt Pop band comprised of
seasoned players. They are a relatively new band to the scene and continue
to wow their audiences at 4th Street Tavern, 19 Broadway and other venues,
with their well crafted all original songs and well thought out tones. Their

Green Room

Raw Groove

Groove Divine

Groove Divine consists of Erin and Sam Millender with a stable of fine musicians who have played with all the local greats.

Guns For San Sebastian



Hold Outs

Honeydust

Hot Club of Marin

Houston Jones


http://www.houstonjones.com/

INDUSTRIAL Cha Cha


ICC at the Sweetwater Saloon

Jack Irving

A singer-songwriter and finger-style guitarist, Jack has performed at the Fairfax Festival, 19 Broadway, the Two Bird Cafe, and the Station House Cafe. His original music is influenced by the Beatles, James Taylor and Simon and Garfunkel.

James Moseley Band


One of Marin's favorite dance bands -- R&B, Rock, Soul, Smooth Jazz, Reggae -- includes talented vocalists, guitarists, percussionists, and horn players.

James Moseley Jazz Trio
James Moseley R & B Quartet

Rousing R&B music and vocals.

James Moseley+Michael Adachi Jazz

Jazz guitar and piano.

Jazz Troncher

Dorian Densmore, Tommy O'mahony, David Mcfarlane, Ivan Howard.Dorian Densmore, Tommy O'mahony, David Mcfarlane, Ivan Howard.A group of 18-45 year olds playing Jazz/Gospel/Hip Hop in the Bay Area,

Members of Jazz Troncher have played at Yoshis in SF, and Oakland, to The Mangy Moose in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.

Jeff Austin Black

Singer/songwriter, modern accousitc.

Jeff Myers

" A little bit o' cutty, backwoods funk!!!!" So saith W. Staczak, So-Calpaca Surfer Chiller.

Jerry Hannan

A genuine songwriter and performer to boot. Recently, Hannan recorded his own song, ‘Society’ with Pearl Jam’s Eddie Vedder, which is featured in Sean Penn’s film “Into the Wild”.

Jesse Brewster

"Each time I’ve seen Jesse Brewster on stage I’ve grown more and more baffled and frustrated. How can a talent this large not be nationwide? Jesse needs to be discovered in a big way. He’s ready for primetime. His live shows and CDs are top-quality productions that leave you wanting more.

Jesse DeNatale

DeNatale writes songs with depth, ingenuity and remarkable craftsmanship. -David Dye NPR

Jesus Diaz

Havana Grooves
Afro Cuban Dance Party

Jesus Diaz
Friday November 7th
Stage Dor Dance Studios
10 Liberty Ship Way #340 Sausalito

Jim Whiteside Quintet

The Jim Whiteside Jazz Quintet plays on the Sunday before the third Wednesday of every month from 4PM - 7PM at the Mayflower Inn in San Rafael. The band plays a wide variety of swing, bop, bossas, ballads, modern jazz, and some lesser known jazz material. Instrumentalists are encouraged to sit in!

Joe Stevens (of Coyote Grace)

Joe Stevens, who has been writing songs since the age of fifteen, comes from a lineage of studio singers and choral conductors, as well as old time rock & rollers.

John Trudell and Bad Dog

John Trudell is a Native American poet,musician, activist, social theorist and philosopher. Trudell does not adhere to a dogma but follows his own school of thought based on experience, having lived through and taken part in some of the most turbulent American political events of the past century.

Johnny Vegas and the High Rollers

Johnny Vegas and the High Rollers are bringin' the best in Soul, Pop, and Classic Rock to the Bay Area music scene. This group is swingin’, rockin’ and groovin’ it’s way to the top.

Jonie Blinman



Jonie grew up in the greater Los Angeles area in southern California.
Leaving her childhood home behind, she moved to Reno,
Nevada to spread her wings, where she, "found (her) song in a six string",
and became a finalist in Harrah's "Search for the Stars" singer/songwriter

Jupiter Hills

Jupiter Hills is a delicious band hailing from the U.S of Bay. We are working hard to bring you unique origional groovin music.

KC Turner

KC Turner

www.kcturnermusic.com

Kimrea and Dream Dogs

Kimrea's alt-americana style has roots in folk, nuances of jazz, touches of blues, influences of country, and pinches of punk.

Lansdale Station - featuring Judge & Lauren Murphy

Lansdale Station LiveLansdale Station LiveLansdale Station is anxiously awaiting the release of their first official Album! Recorded live at Hyde Street Studios in April, with mixing and mastering done at Prairie Sun Studios during August, the release is set for mid October 2008:
http://www.LansdaleStation.com

Larkin Gayl

Latin Jazz Youth Ensemble of San Francisco

Music Director, John Calloway
Co-Director, Sylvia Ramirez
Managing Director, Arturo Riera

Meet the LJYE

Learning Curve

Learning Curve blends rich vocal harmonies, intelligent song crafting and a rock solid beat to create their trademark sound. Drawing from a vast range of musical influences, they smoothly integrate innumerable nuances and subtlies during production.

Light Rain

LoCura

SPAIN. CUBA. JAMAICA. CALIFORNIA. This extraordinary group of musicians mixes grooves and melodies from Flamenco, Reggae, Cuban Son, and North American Folk. To the stage they bring the mysterious and passionate world of Flamenco, combined with the driving, full sound of a salsa band.

Louis Landon

Lucky Dog

We play covers and originals in the rock, country rock, blues & the country fun sector and can adjust our set list to most any theme. We've played at every major club in Marin and many in SF and across Norcal as well. Lots of private gigs, weddings, fundraisers, corporate events, holiday functions and even a briss now and then!

Lumanation

LUMANATION ~ Reggae Rockin SkaLUMANATION ~ Reggae Rockin SkaLumanation is a 5 piece reggae, rock and ska band. We have energized crowds of all ages, with our entertaining, danceable and lively music. Enclosed, please find our CD and a brief description of who we are. We are confident that booking Lumanation for your event, will leave your audience feeling excited and happy. Experience has shown, that Lumanation will have a long lasting, positive impression upon your community events or Festivals.

Luvplanet

Luvplanet - an unstoppable force in the rock music world!

Lynn Asher

2008 PERFORMING/RECORDING CREDITS

- Background vocals "Somethin' Concrete" - artist Joe Koenig
- LIVE Lead & background vocals Dave Getz' "Breakaway" original project
- East Coast tour fronting Big Brother & The Holding Company
- Midwest tour with EV-O-LU-TION
- EV-O-LU-TION Live CD Release
- Lead in The Vagina Monologues - Eve Ensler's award winning play
- EV-O-LU-TION performs for Vagina Monologues benefit concert
- EV-O-LU-TION debut & live recording The Freight & Salvage, Berkeley, CA

Marin Academy American Roots

This class focuses on developing individual and ensemble playing through the learning of music that is uniquely American, including acoustic and electric blues, soul, funk, jazz, folk, gospel, and roots rock.

Marin Academy Chorus

Open to all students who are serious about singing, this is a performance-oriented class that emphasizes the development of individual vocal technique and confidence as well as the singing of harmonies and the creation of a strong group sound. We will work a cappella (unaccompanied), with piano or guitar, and with a full band.

Marin Academy World Music

This class focuses on developing a strong sense of rhythm and syncopation through the learning of traditional rhythm patterns and percussion instruments with West African roots. This is an ensemble performance class; special care is taken to create a group with a workable balance of instruments and voices. A high level of participation and collaborative effort is expected from each student.

Matthew Hansen

Meline Jazz Duo

Meline Jazz Duo performs jazz and blues standards, including gentle ballads, upbeat swing tunes and bossas. We have a regular gig at Benissimo's fine Italian restaurant in downtown Corte Madera, from 8PM - 10PM on the third Saturday of every month.

Michael Olsen "FireFingers" Flamenco de El Duende

Michael Olsen "FireFingers", renowned Classical Flamenco Guitarist, performs original Flamenco songs in the style of California El Duende, the "Way of Spirit". His music ranges from romantic Solearas with Middle Eastern flares to high energy Buleria and Alegrias that invoke to true Flamenco for those who love Flamenco dancing.

MIdnight on the Water

Midnight on the Water: Traditional Celtic and American MusicMidnight on the Water: Traditional Celtic and American Music
Traditional Celtic and American music. Eight musicians, including: fiddle, mandolin, guitar, piano, flute, pennywhistle, percussion, concertina

Miles Schon Band

Raised on good old rock & roll, Miles comes from a family of music. His dad is Neal Schon lead guitar player from Journey. Miles who has been playing most of his life is a solid songwriter and outstanding young guitarist. Joining Miles will be John Varn keys, Tim Baker bass, Josh Cobia singer and guitarist.

Mindy Canter and The Ground Breakers

Mindy Canter: Blues/Jazz/SoulMindy Canter: Blues/Jazz/Soul

Minus One

Skate pop post punk guitar virtuoso drum chef maddenly sweet lyrics

Monophonics

Monophonics’ sound, a unique blend of old school soul/funk and rare groove, began in the summer of 2005 when drummer Austin Bohlman was asked to bring together "The funkiest players you know" to open for the legendary jam band, Vinyl at San Francisco’s historic Boom Boom Room.

Monophonics

Monophonics' sound, a unique blend of old school soul/funk and rare groove, began in the summer of 2005 when drummer Austin Bohlman was asked to bring together "The funkiest players you know" to open for the legendary jam band, Vinyl at San Francisco’s historic Boom Boom Room. Since then, Monophonics have quickly evolved into one of hottest upcoming live instrumental funk bands in the Bay Area.

Mother Truckers

The Mother Truckers are an irreverent, harmony driven Country band brand new to Austin, Texas. They deliver authentic Country while featuring non-traditional lyrics and blazing guitars.

Mucho Axé

Our outstanding staff includes musicians from various backgrounds and styles ,all combining their feel and enthusiasm in the Latin American music world . The Project started in July 2001 with Pepa and Edgar in command with the goal of developing new beats for a roughly 150 songs that were already written .

Narada Michael Walden

Drummer/songwriter/producer/vocalist Narada Michael Walden's career spans over three decades and is threaded with gold, platinum, and multi-platinum awards. He's produced and/or (co) written number one hits by Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey ("Vision of Love"), Aretha Franklin ("Freeway of Love"), and Lisa Fischer ("How Can I Ease the Pain").

Narada Michael Walden Band

The Narada Band is led by Narada Michael Walden, Multi Grammy Winning Songwriter, Producer and Drummer. His Credits include as drummer: (Mahavishnu Orchestra, Jeff Beck, and so many more!), Producer: (Aretha Franklin, Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston, Jefferson Starship...the list is infinite).

Nate Lopez

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Nightsage

Gothic Rockin'!

"Dark, but fun!" - Arne Frager, Plant Studios

Nightsage consists of Vocalist/Lyricist 'Nightsage', a software engineer by day, Goth Rock Queen by night.

Norton Money

Martyn from Bonanza wrote this about us and it's better than anything that we could've come up with: