Upcoming Events
Welcome to your one-stop resource for blues in Silicon Valley. From weekly jam sessions and open mics to live shows and radio programs, this is where you’ll find everything happening in the local blues scene.
Stay up to date on where to catch live blues, discover venues that support the music, and connect with the musicians and fans keeping the blues alive throughout the South Bay.
Wednesdays at Club Fox are anything but quiet. The Club Fox Blues Jam ignites the heart of Redwood City with powerhouse performers and spontaneous jam sessions that sizzle with energy. From 6-9PM, the stage becomes a melting pot of guitars, harmonicas, and pure emotion. Whether you’re in the mood to play or just want to let the sound wash over…
Join us every Tuesday and Wednesday night at Gardino’s Restaurant & Bar for Blues Jam & Open Mic Night from 7:30 to 11PM. It’s a laid-back midweek hang where local musicians show up, plug in, and keep the blues alive with raw, unscripted sets. Whether you’re a seasoned player ready to hit the stage or just here for the tunes, it’s…
Get ready for Pro Blues Jam – electrifying, live blues at Little Lou’s BBQ every Thursday from 6 to 9PM – where some of the most talented blues musicians in the area come together for an unforgettable jam session. Whether you’re a musician looking to showcase your skills or a blues lover eager to soak in the soulful sounds, this is…
JaZzLine INSTITUTE presents Blues Explosion, a powerhouse lineup featuring four of the finest blues artists from the Bay Area and beyond. Get ready for blues, blues, and more blues as this slammin’ band and these legendary artists each raise the roof and let loose in their own unique style. Blues Explosion features bonafide legends of the blues including vocal powerhouse…
Five-time Grammy nominee and Grammy Award winner Ruthie Foster is one of the most powerful and captivating voices in contemporary roots music. Blending blues, soul, gospel, folk, and rock with effortless mastery, Foster delivers performances that are both deeply moving and electrifying—showcasing a voice that can roar with intensity one moment and soothe with tenderness the next. Raised in the…
Discovered at just 16 by Dave Stewart of Eurythmics, British blues-rock powerhouse Joanne Shaw Taylor has built a career defined by jaw-dropping guitar work, soulful vocals, and electrifying live performances. Stewart immediately recognized her rare talent and invited her to tour with his supergroup D.U.P., launching a trajectory that would see Taylor become one of the most respected guitarists in…
Eric Gales’ time is now. A Grammy-winning, genre-defying force, he’s widely hailed as one of the greatest guitarists on the planet, with praise from icons like Joe Bonamassa, Dave Navarro, and Mark Tremonti. Critics consistently highlight his “jaw-dropping technique” and “soul-deep expression,” cementing his reputation as both virtuoso and storyteller. From his Grammy-nominated solo work to contributions on the soundtrack…
Feel the heat every Monday at Fuego Sports Bar & Club! The Fuego Blues Jam kicks off at 9PM and runs till 12am with fiery performances that keep the energy high and the dancefloor moving. From slick slide guitar to howling harp solos, this night is all about bold sounds and good times. Musicians sign up on site, and the…
Ben Rice might be described as quiet and unassuming—until he picks up a guitar. A three-time Blues Music Award nominee, Rice has built a reputation as one of the most expressive and versatile artists in today’s roots and blues scene. While he began in traditional blues, over the years he’s expanded his sound with soul, R&B, folk, and country, creating…
Acclaimed singer-songwriter Marc Broussard has built a career defined by soulful authenticity, critical praise, and a deep commitment to giving back. Raised in Louisiana as the son of Hall of Fame guitarist Ted Broussard, he emerged from the Lafayette music scene with a distinctive blend of Southern soul, blues, and rock. His major-label debut *Carencro*—featuring the breakout hit “Home”—launched him…
Blues and brews—name a better combo. At Narrative Fermentations, the Narrative Blues Jam takes over the taproom every Sunday from 4 to 7 PM. It’s where craft beer meets crafted riffs in one of San Jose’s most exciting brewery spaces. With a rotation of talented local musicians and a crowd that loves live music, the vibe is always laid-back, but…
Blues Music Award–winning and GRAMMY-nominated, **Southern Avenue** brings the electrifying spirit of Memphis to every stage they touch. This powerhouse family band delivers a soul-stirring blend of Memphis blues, modern soul, and gospel-fueled roots music that lifts audiences to their feet and leaves them wanting more. If you love high-energy grooves, soaring harmonies, and blazing guitar, this is a band…
Chicago’s Ronnie Baker Brooks doesn’t just play the blues — he lives it. Born into blues royalty as the son of Hall of Famer Lonnie Brooks, Ronnie grew up learning directly from legends: B.B. King, Albert Collins, Willie Dixon, and Koko Taylor. That lineage runs deep, but make no mistake — Ronnie Baker Brooks is entirely his own force. His…
Milpitas may be mellow, but the Blue Note Lounge cranks up the soul every Tuesday from 7pm-11pm with the Milpitas Blues Jam. It’s unfiltered, gritty, and packed with local talent. With a no-frills bar vibe, cheap drinks, and a crew that knows their chops, this jam is the real deal. Bring your gear, call a tune, and get down to…
Join us every Tuesday and Wednesday night at Gardino’s Restaurant & Bar for Blues Jam & Open Mic Night from 7:30 to 11PM. It’s a laid-back midweek hang where local musicians show up, plug in, and keep the blues alive with raw, unscripted sets. Whether you’re a seasoned player ready to hit the stage or just here for the tunes, it’s a great night…
Step into the groove every Wednesday night at Poor House Bistro, where the rhythm runs deep and the BBQ runs hot. The Poor House Blues Jam is a soulful gathering of seasoned players, rising talents, and music lovers alike. From 5-8pm, PHB comes alive with the sound of blues that hits you right in the heart. Bring your axe, bring…
Wednesdays at Club Fox are anything but quiet. The Club Fox Blues Jam ignites the heart of Redwood City with powerhouse performers and spontaneous jam sessions that sizzle with energy. From 6-9PM, the stage becomes a melting pot of guitars, harmonicas, and pure emotion. Whether you’re in the mood to play or just want to let the sound wash over…
An Irish pub with a bluesy twist? You better believe it. The first Wednesday of every month from 7pm-10pm, Alhambra Irish House transforms into the coziest jam room around with the amazing sounds of blues. Blues musicians of all stripes come together to swap solos and spark spontaneous musical magic in an intimate pub setting. Sip on a stout, dig…
Join us every Tuesday and Wednesday night at Gardino’s Restaurant & Bar for Blues Jam & Open Mic Night from 7:30 to 11PM. It’s a laid-back midweek hang where local musicians show up, plug in, and keep the blues alive with raw, unscripted sets. Whether you’re a seasoned player ready to hit the stage or just here for the tunes, it’s…
Get ready for Pro Blues Jam – electrifying, live blues at Little Lou’s BBQ every Thursday from 6 to 9PM – where some of the most talented blues musicians in the area come together for an unforgettable jam session. Whether you’re a musician looking to showcase your skills or a blues lover eager to soak in the soulful sounds, this is…
Recent Events
Get ready to plug in and let loose at the First Friday Rockin’ Blues Jam, happening every first Friday at one of the South Bay’s longest running blues jams—Woodhams Sports Lounge in Santa Clara. Woodhams isn’t your average bar—it’s a vintage-style dive with real soul. Think dim lighting, worn-in bar stools, pool tables in the back, and the kind of jukebox that knows…
Walter Trout stands among the greatest living blues-rock guitarists, known for his fiery fretwork, soulful vocals, and emotionally charged songwriting. With a career that spans over 50 years, Trout first made his mark playing alongside blues icons like John Lee Hooker, Big Mama Thornton, and Canned Heat, before stepping into the spotlight as a member of John Mayall’s Bluesbreakers. Since…
Vanessa Collier is an award-winning singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer whose sixth album, Do It My Own Way (Phenix Fire Records), drops September 13 with the soulful thunder of Stax and Hi Records’ golden era. With analog production, classic Memphis-style horn arrangements, and deeply personal songwriting, the album draws on the legacy of Mavis Staples, Sharon Jones, and Aretha Franklin…
Alabama Mike, born Michael Benjamin in Talladega, Alabama, channels the deep traditions of gospel and Southern soul into a blues voice that is equal parts raw, refined, and utterly unforgettable. Influenced early by his father, a gifted quartet tenor singer, Mike developed a vocal style rooted in the gospel church—powerful, emotional, and steeped in truth. Now based in Oakland, California,…
Narrative Fermentations’ Blues Jam
Blues and brews—name a better combo. At Narrative Fermentations, the…
Blue Note Lounge Blues Jam
Milpitas may be mellow, but the Blue Note Lounge cranks…
Gardino’s Tuesday’s Blues Jam
Join us every Tuesday and Wednesday night at Gardino’s Restaurant &…
Poor House Bistro Blues Jam
Step into the groove every Wednesday night at Poor House…
Club Fox Blues Jam
Wednesdays at Club Fox are anything but quiet. The Club…
Gardino’s Wednesday’s Blues Jam
Join us every Tuesday and Wednesday night at Gardino’s Restaurant…
The Blues Pro Jam at Little Lou’s BBQ
Get ready for Pro Blues Jam – electrifying, live blues…
Fuego Sports Bar & Club Blues Jam
Feel the heat every Monday at Fuego Sports Bar &…
Narrative Fermentations’ Blues Jam
Blues and brews—name a better combo. At Narrative Fermentations, the…
Blue Note Lounge Blues Jam
Milpitas may be mellow, but the Blue Note Lounge cranks…