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2025 San Rafael PorchFest Musicians
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Adam Spry
Since the release of his first EP in 2017, Adam Spry has proven himself to be a seasoned songwriter, fusing earnest lyricism with nostalgic compositions. “This is folky indie pop/rock, vulnerable yet powerful, with atmospheric arrangements and engaging vocals.” - Add To WantlistGarnering comparisons to Emitt Rhodes, Fruit Bats and Hiss Golden Messenger, Spry’s songs embrace the waves of uncertainty that inevitably crash into us all, while simultaneously providing a reminder that the storm shall pass.
Adrian West
Adrian West Trio is the "intimate version" of the Adrian West Band, a five-piece acoustic rock ensemble from Oakland. They play a fun mix of originals, covers and instrumentals plus a bit of jazz. Some have described their sound as “Paul Simon meets Talking Heads”. A native of Montreal, Adrian has a knack for setting thoughtful lyrics to uplifting music. Whether telling a silly story or grappling with the challenges facing humanity, his songs are infused with equal parts hope, clear-eyed realism and lighthearted whimsy.
Afroholix Jazz Quartet
Afroholix Jazz Quartet blends Funk, Soul and Jazz improv from deep outer space to make the mix just right. Featuring some of the Bay's top talent, Afroholix combines many different genres of Black music to make something beautiful, funky and fresh. Every show is a unique event. We drop Soul, Funk, Hip Hop and Jazz with love and soulful improvisation to make each night a special one. Born and raised from Oakland's rich musical legacy, Afroholix began it's journey in early 2015. Influenced by Miles, Jimi, Sade, classic Hip Hop and golden era Jazz, we do our thing and make it funky!
Anahita Skye Band
Anahita Skye is a Northern California–based singer, songwriter, and guitarist whose music blends moody Americana, dark country, and 70s psychedelic influences. Known for her emotionally resonant songwriting and radiant stage presence, her voice is often compared to Dolly Parton or Stevie Nicks. After over a decade in Los Angeles collaborating with award-winning producers and songwriters, she now performs regularly throughout the West Coast. Her trio—featuring John Varn on keys and James M. Harman on electric guitar—delivers powerful, evocative performances that combine lyrical depth with instrumental virtuosity. Their sound is timeless, memorable, and steeped in a soulful nostalgia.
April and Monroe Grisman
April and Monroe Grisman are lifelong residents and well-known musicians in the Marin County & SF Bay Area music scene performing and recording both locally and nationally with numerous bands and artists as well as writing and producing their own music.
Their original songs are stylistically influenced by a mix of classic Americana, Soul, Reggae and Rock n’ Roll. They now bring these songs to life with high energy live performances backed by some of the Bay Area’s best local musicians comprising their band who lend their soulful talents to the music.
Their original songs are stylistically influenced by a mix of classic Americana, Soul, Reggae and Rock n’ Roll. They now bring these songs to life with high energy live performances backed by some of the Bay Area’s best local musicians comprising their band who lend their soulful talents to the music.
Blue Monday
Blue Monday brings a fresh twist to classic sounds, blending timeless jazz standards with lively, jazz-infused takes on pop favorites. Fronted by the velvety vocals of Lucinda, the band features Rob on smooth and soulful tenor sax, Jackie weaving rich harmonies on piano, Nush laying down warm, steady basslines, and Susheel keeping it all swinging on drums. Whether delivering smoky ballads or upbeat grooves, Blue Monday creates an irresistible atmosphere that keeps audiences swinging long after the last note.
Blü Egyptian
Blü Egyptian are an electrifying quartet based in Chico, CA who have singlehandedly pioneered the genre Prog-Jam. This catchy breed of Funk, Latin, Reggae, Bluegrass and Rock n' Roll has swept up the West Coast in a dancing frenzy.
Canyon
CANYON is a San Francisco group whose woodshed-birthed sound follows in the tradition of American folk and rock pioneers. From airy acoustic numbers to intense fuzz-driven jams, their organic soundscape pulsates with intensity and dynamics, and never loses respect for the simplicity and power of the song.
Christa Pfeiffer
Classically trained soprano, Christa Pfeiffer will be joined by pianist/baritone, Tim Eischens in classical and musical theater songs, arias and duets. PorchFest ROCKS!
Clementine Darling
Clementine Darling is an Americana Folk Singer-Songwriter with her heels dug deep in San Francisco Bay Area’s music scene. Originally from Seattle, Washington, Darling busked her way down the West Coast in 2010. She released her debut 11:11 EP in 2018, and Live At The Lost Church in 2019— a collection of introspective songs and soulful ballads. Darling released her latest album Bootsraps EP in 2023, songs that spin a tail of overcoming, hope, and chasing dreams on horseback.
The Crooked Stuff
The Crooked Stuff is a psychedelic electrofunk + discopunk experience like no other! Body-moving and mind-bending, their absurdist energy and dancefloor moving sound will free your funky soul! Cut loose, be free!
Danny Click and the Hell Yeahs!
7 Albums
2 #1 singles
4 Top 10 singles
750 shows in the Bay area alone
Over 40 million streams.
Danny Click & the Hell Yeahs! continue to set the bar.
Hell Yeah.
“…Click is one of the best alt-country artists of the century.”
- No Depression Magazine
2 #1 singles
4 Top 10 singles
750 shows in the Bay area alone
Over 40 million streams.
Danny Click & the Hell Yeahs! continue to set the bar.
Hell Yeah.
“…Click is one of the best alt-country artists of the century.”
- No Depression Magazine
David Outlaw Band
David Outlaw arrived in Northern California via New Orleans and Memphis. After years of playing with some of the legends of the South and developing his own style, his music has settled in the heart of West Marin County. David Outlaw Band is a true Southern rock psychedelic experience that will keep you spinning.
Droneyard
Droneyard, a West Coast rock band active since 2014, arose from existential ennui and the desire to make the music they wished existed. Making use of a talented constellation of collaborators for recordings and live shows, they imagine an alternate musical multiverse where catchy, concise, pop songs with verses, choruses, middle eights, three-part harmonies, and feedback are more abundant than hydrogen. Their sound is indie rock with vintage sensibilities drawing from The Beatles, Guided by Voices, Stereolab, pop, prog, punk, psychedelic, and countless other eclectic influences.
El Cajon
El Cajon is a high-energy, six-piece indie rock band blending ska, punk, gypsy, alt rock, and world influences into a sound that's as eclectic as its members—3 SoCal natives, a Texan, and two South Africans. With rich harmonies, dynamic storytelling, and a lineup featuring drums, bass, guitar, keys, accordion, and violin, every song is a journey. Their all-original music comes to life on stage with infectious energy and unforgettable live shows. El Cajon doesn’t just play music—they throw a party you won’t want to miss.
Eric Silverman
Eric Silverman conjures high desert spirits on latest LP. Stay In It feels equally at home in 2023 as it might in 1972, evidenced by nods to After The Gold Rush-era Neil Young, Jonathan Wilson, and The War on Drugs.
The Evening Hawks
The Evening Hawks are an acoustic blend of Alabama grit and California cool, delivering the emotive depth of folk, the raw energy of rock and the narrative richness of country. Their dynamic three-part harmonies weave a compelling resonance into their songs, crafting a unique Americana sound.
Frances8
Homespun melodies fueled by evocative lyrics, wafting swells of fiddle, and a riveting rhythm section. The organic yet driving music of Frances8 appeals to a growing audience moved by intimate, honest depictions of love, loss, and everything in between. The genre-straddling acoustic/electric group is unafraid of the sparse moments that linger long enough to expose the heart and soul of the song.
We’re kind of our own thing. But streaming services and radio programmers regularly play us alongside Haley Heynderickx, Cowboy Junkies, Lucinda Williams, Cat Power, Mazzy Star, Iron & Wine, Neko Case, and Calexico.
Frances8 is
Nicole Laby: Singer-Songwriter and Guitar
Revi Airborne-Williams: Violin, Viola and Vocals
Mark Fassett : Lead Guitar and Vocals
Gal Cohen: Upright Bass
Steven Trevathan: Drums
We’re kind of our own thing. But streaming services and radio programmers regularly play us alongside Haley Heynderickx, Cowboy Junkies, Lucinda Williams, Cat Power, Mazzy Star, Iron & Wine, Neko Case, and Calexico.
Frances8 is
Nicole Laby: Singer-Songwriter and Guitar
Revi Airborne-Williams: Violin, Viola and Vocals
Mark Fassett : Lead Guitar and Vocals
Gal Cohen: Upright Bass
Steven Trevathan: Drums
Fred Torphy & Friends
Fred Torphy is a San Francisco-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, best known as the frontman for the rock band Big Light. In his solo work, Torphy strips things back to focus on his songwriting, which draws on both folk & indie traditions. His solo career has seen him share stages with a diverse range of artists, including Neal Casal, The Wood Brothers, and John Doe, showcasing a versatility that extends beyond his band's signature psych-rock sound.
Go By Ocean
“Can I Communicate With the Unknown?” is the new album from Go By Ocean, moniker of Northern California based singer/songwriter/producer Ryan McCaffrey. Co-produced alongside Tim Bluhm (The Mother Hips) and David Glasebrook, the album features contributions from a wide cast of characters, ranging from the tight knit community of Phil Lesh’s much loved Terrapin Crossroads to the wider West Coast indie-rock scene, including members of The Mother Hips, Sugar Candy Mountain, ALO, Tea Leaf Green, and more.
Jack West and Walter Strauss
Acoustic guitarists Jack West and Walter Strauss present tracks from their upcoming LP release ‘Guitars on Life’, a captivating joyride of original material plus a brilliant cover of Stevie Wonder’s ‘I Wish’. West released five albums with his unique band Curvature around the turn of the century, carving out a vibrant niche as a Bay Area composer and guitarist with a percussive style and lustrous group sound. Strauss is well known for his extensive work with West African artists. West’s knack for crafting glistening soundscapes full of surprising twists and textures prompted NPR to describe his work as “a whole new sub-genre of jazz.”
J.B. Barton
J.B. Barton is a California-born Americana troubadour whose solo sets blend raw honesty, outlaw charm, and heartfelt songwriting. With a guitar in hand and stories to tell, he brings a warm, engaging presence that resonates across generations. Whether it’s a tearjerker waltz or a foot-stomping singalong, J.B. delivers songs that feel both familiar and fresh — the work of a true “always friendly outlaw.”
Jon Bennett
Jon Bennett writes gritty, lyrically cohesive songs backed up with a finger style sometimes referred to as Texas flat picking. He is also a widely published poet and fiction writer.
Kyle Alden & Friends
Singer/songwriter, producer and folk musician Kyle Alden has appeared on stages throughout California, the Pacific Northwest, New York and Ireland. Kyle draws material from the American, Irish and British folk traditions, original folk-music settings of poetry as well as writing original songs. He is recognized for his award-winning songs based on the poems of Irish poet W.B. Yeats.
Lady D & Her Band of Brothers
Lady D and Her Band of Brothers is the latest musical configuration from BoB. Debra (Lady D) has been entertaining audiences in Marin and Sonoma County for years. The Brothers are psyched to have her fronting us - her onstage personality and vocal range opens up a whole new set of musical possibilities!
Teen Stage Lineup
Presented by Archie Williams Music Department
F.A.T. Betty
F.A.T. Betty is a teen rock band from Marin, California that plays high-energy live covers and original music with a mix of funk, jazz, and classic rock. We perform songs by Led Zeppelin, Steely Dan, Lake Street Dive and more — plus our own originals.
Gas Money
Meet GasMoney – an up-and-coming alternative funk-rock band from Sonoma County, CA, known for their high-energy live performances since forming in September 2022. Cheyenne Vincent on Vocals, Gavin Lee on Guitar, Nick Carico on Drums and Alex Neujahr on bass are currently writing new music inspired by artists like Led Zeppelin, Boston, Rush, and Deftones.
RED40
RED40 singer Declan Drey, guitarist Julian Nelson, bassist Oden Davis, and drummer Porter Klock bring their high-intensity vibe to hard-hitting sets featuring Alice In Chains, Arctic Monkeys, Smashing Pumpkins, Deftones, Stone Temple Pilots and more.
Redux
Harnessing the determined energy of music obsessed youth, Redux is an alt-indie-rock foursome who is nowhere more at home than on a Bay Area stage. For six years these young artists have enveloped their audience in raw, high energy sound, drawing influence from the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Tame Impala, and The Strokes. Fiercely committed to their craft, Redux layers evocative vocals, incendiary guitars,and explosive drums to create a driving, layered sonic concoction. Come get your rock ‘n roll on!
SR High School Jazz Combo
SRHS Combo is a dynamic, high school jazz combo under the direction of dedicated student leader Mike Morales, that brings an energetic mix of swing, funk, Latin jazz, and more. Our repertoire spans classics and modern arrangements, alongside original charts transcribed by Morales. We are experienced with extensive gig experience at festivals, cultural celebrations, and community events around the Bay Area and hope to bring something new to you.
Ten Times Brighter
Alternative band from Bay (RIYL midwest emo, The Front Bottoms, Modern Baseball)
Youth Stage Lineup
Presented by Bananas at Large
Eliz
Eliz is a 13-year-old indie singer-songwriter from San Francisco, turning real stories into songs with a fresh blend of pop, R&B, Latin, and indie vibes. She picked up piano and guitar at 6, wrote her first songs at 8, and by 11 recorded her debut album Lombard Street Stories. Now she’s working on her second album, Cabin 232, inspired by a summer at Interlochen’s Singer-Songwriter Camp, where she also received two Merit Awards in the program. Eliz will be performing her original songs along with covers from some of her favorite artists. You can follow her at @eliz.musica, stream her music on all platforms under Eliz, and learn more at www.elizmusica.com
Knights of Molino
Knights of Molino - San Francisco/Bay Area based punk/rock band. Erik on guitar/vocals, Tommy on drums/lead vocals, Rowan on bass
Lunar Mooners
The Lunar Mooners - an out-of-this-world teen band residing in Marin County, California. Founded in 2024 by sisters, Claire (guitar) and Stella Fago.
Mugslug
Bay Area Punk Rock Trio showcasing original songs by Alyx
Punked Out Pretty
Founded by Roxanne Rosen, Punked Out Pretty has been rocking the scene since our formation in March 2025. With a unique blend of punk, pop and alternative sounds, we love captivating audiences with our live energy.
Punked Out Pretty are: Roxanne - Guitars/vocals, Rex - Drums, Lilah- Bass and Maddie- Vocals
Punked Out Pretty are: Roxanne - Guitars/vocals, Rex - Drums, Lilah- Bass and Maddie- Vocals
Susan Z's Happy Lane Cabaret
Susan Z’s Happy Lane Cabaret celebrates the magic of Broadway, featuring the powerful voices and heartfelt emotions of talented kids and teens! They’ll sing uplifting anthems and poignant ballads from old and new, beloved musicals. Special performances by Happy Lane Drama alumni, who now attend Marin School of the Arts. Between sets, there will be an open mic for children who would like to try their hand at some Broadway-Disney tunes, accompanied by the incomparable, Paul Smith.
Swami 3
Pop-Rock band of brothers in San Francisco, playing instruments, writing songs & spreading smiles :)
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