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The Last Dinner Party transform The Fox Theater into a Cinematic Dream

May 28, 2026

The return of The Last Dinner Party to the Bay Area proved to be nothing short of magical as they performed to a packed crowd at the Fox Theater in Oakland last night. It was incredible to see the band continuing their rise onto bigger and bigger stages, and the energy from the fans showed just how much anticipation surrounded their return. Long before doors opened, lines of fans wrapped around the venue, many dressed in beautifully curated outfits inspired by The Last Dinner Party’s romantic and theatrical aesthetic. The atmosphere outside already felt like part of the show itself, setting the tone for an unforgettable evening. The night kicked off with a viby fun set by Automatic, who quickly got the crowd fired up and ready for what was ahead. But one of the first things that immediately stood out was the stunning stage design for The Last Dinner Party. There was no curtain drop or dramatic reveal needed. The stage itself already felt like stepping into another world. Flowing draped fabric stretched across [Read More]

BottleRock Napa Festival was a wild success!

May 26, 2026

For many, Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer. But for us, summer doesn’t truly begin until BottleRock Napa Festival ends. BottleRock 2026 once again took over Napa with three days of music, food, fun, and unforgettable moments. As California’s premier festival, it delivered something for every kind of music fan, with four stages packed with an incredible variety of artists. From powerhouse sets by Sombr, Chaka Khan, Foo Fighters, Lorde and Backstreet Boys to exciting new acts like Girl Tones, Buffalo Traffic Jam, The Warning, Alec Shaw, and Indy, there was always someone amazing to discover. Beyond the music, BottleRock once again proved why it is so much more than a festival. The food lineup was packed with some of Napa Valley and Northern California’s finest restaurants. Standouts included Taco Chavez, one of Napa Valley’s original taco trucks, along with Tarla Mediterranean Grill, The Market, and Los Agaves, which quickly became some of the hotspots of the weekend. This year’s festival also brought plenty of fun beyond the stages. The Beauty Bar [Read More]

Greta Van Fleet Announce Rare Bowery Ballroom Performance: A Return We’ve Been Waiting For

May 20, 2026

TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR IN-PERSON PURCHASE ONLY AT VENUE, STARTING MAY 26 AT 9AM Greta Van Fleet have officially sparked excitement around the world with the announcement of their return, and now fans have something truly special to look forward to. The GRAMMY® Award-winning rock powerhouse will take over New York City’s legendary Bowery Ballroom for an intimate, one-night-only performance on May 27, 2026. The show marks a rare opportunity to experience one of modern rock’s most electrifying live bands in a much smaller setting. After recently playing to massive sold-out crowds, including Madison Square Garden in New York, seeing Greta Van Fleet in a venue as intimate and historic as Bowery Ballroom feels like the beginning of an exciting new chapter. For longtime fans like us, this announcement hits on a much deeper level. We have followed Greta Van Fleet for years, and their music has meant more than just incredible songs and unforgettable performances. Back in 2017, after losing both our business and home in the devastating Tubbs Fire, their From The Fires album [Read More]

BottleRock Napa Valley Announces the 2026 Williams Sonoma Culinary Stage Lineup

May 18, 2026

Culinary stars Emeril & EJ Lagasse, José Andrés, Curtis Stone, Andrew Zimmern, and Masaharu Morimoto, paired with musical headliners Backstreet Boys, Dave Grohl, Teddy Swims, Lil Wayne, and Ludacris, along with celebrities and sports legends including Chelsea Handler, Phil Rosenthal, Vanessa Hudgens, Ashley Graham, John Stamos, and Ken Griffey Jr. to headline alongside dozens of additional chefs, musicians, sports and screen stars. Situated in the heart of America’s wine and food playground, BottleRock Napa Valley has announced that some of the world’s most celebrated culinary talent, including Emeril & EJ Lagasse, José Andrés, Curtis Stone, Andrew Zimmern, and Masaharu Morimoto, paired with musical headliners Backstreet Boys, Dave Grohl, Teddy Swims, Lil Wayne, and Ludacris, along with celebrities and sports legends including Chelsea Handler, Phil Rosenthal, Vanessa Hudgens, Ashley Graham, John Stamos, and Ken Griffey Jr., and dozens more will appear on the crowd-pleasing Williams Sonoma Culinary Stage, leading a star-studded lineup that will deliver memorable mash-up moments during the three-day festival, May 22 – 24, 2026, in historic downtown Napa. Additional 2026 culinary stars appearing include “The Pasta Queen” Nadia Caterina Munno, Evan Funke, Bryan & Michael Voltaggio, Antoni Porowski, Nyesha Arrington, Aaron May, QCP, and Belle English, plus favorite Napa [Read More]

Cryptopsy in Berkeley: A night of Rage, Stage Diving and Death Metal Fury

May 16, 2026

Cryptopsy’s night of brutality kicked off with a fierce lineup of openers that each brought their own flavor to the chaos. First up was Blood Monolith, who wasted no time setting the tone for the night with an all-out death metal assault. Their drummer was absolutely insane, unleashing relentless blast beats that felt like they might shake the room apart. From the opening moments, they came out with one mission: get the crowd fired up and ready for what was ahead. Next up was Spirit Adrift, bringing a completely different vibe to the evening. Their mix of stoner and doom metal added diversity to the lineup and gave the crowd a chance to settle into a heavier groove. The shift in style worked perfectly, creating a different energy while still keeping the momentum rolling. The audience was fully locked into their vibe and welcomed the change of pace. Necrot hit the stage next and instantly reignited the room with explosive energy.Being from Oakland, it definitely felt like hometown support was in full force. Their set [Read More]

Grace Bowers Turns the Guild into a High-Energy Celebration of Music

May 15, 2026

The first time we saw Grace Bowers was back in 2024/25 at BottleRock Napa Valley, and she completely captured our attention and impressed us with her incredible guitar skills. Ever since then, we had been waiting for the chance to see her again, making last night at The Guild Theatre feel like a full-circle moment. The evening kicked off with Mint Green delivering a fantastic set that had the crowd singing along and fully engaged from the start, their cover of Creep was killer. Recently relocated to California, Mint Green brought an infectious energy to the stage, and we’re already looking forward to catching more of their upcoming shows. As the venue continued to fill, Grace hit the stage and completely owned it from start to finish. Not only was her guitar playing absolutely jaw-dropping, but her vocals carried such a charismatic energy that you couldn’t help but get swept up in the emotion, passion, and intensity she poured into every song. Whether she was diving into a bluesy groove, channeling an angsty punk-rock vibe, or delivering a [Read More]

Savage Hands & Of Virtue Announce The Art Of Love And Power Tour

May 13, 2026

Heavy music fans are going to want to keep an eye on this one. Savage Hands and Of Virtue have officially announced their co-headlining The Art Of Love And Power Tour, and it is shaping up to be one of the hardest hitting tours of the summer. The 27-date North American run kicks off July 16th in North Carolina and wraps up August 21st in Nashville. The tour will feature both bands rotating headline spots each night, giving fans full high-energy sets from both acts. Support will come from Set For Tomorrow during the first half of the tour, while Kingdom Collapse joins the second half. Sorry X will appear on all dates. Savage Hands continue building momentum after a huge year that included signing with Oxide Music, playing to massive crowds at Louder Than Life, and touring with Attack Attack!. Their sound blends metalcore, post-hardcore, and alternative rock into something that hits hard while still carrying emotional depth. Meanwhile, Of Virtue are coming off a strong run with recent singles “Death Of The Altar” [Read More]