The Georgetown Halloween Block Party, one of the capital’s most anticipated annual events, returns in full force on October 31, 2024, bringing with it an electrifying lineup featuring the award-winning Sol Roots Band, joined by renowned saxophonist Ron Holloway. This free, community-centered event promises a night of high-energy funk, soulful rock, and blues that will captivate music fans and Halloween revelers alike.

Rhino High Fidelity (Rhino Hi-Fi) continues its series of acclaimed limited-edition, high-end vinyl reissues by going punk rock!

Ashkenaz, Berkeley's historic non-profit music venue, is excited to announce its fall lineup, featuring an array of live music and dance events that embrace the diverse spirit of Bay Area culture. Established in 1973, Ashkenaz has been a hub for local and international artists, offering an inclusive space where all ages can experience live performances and community dance.

In the swirling, technicolor maelstrom that was Haight-Ashbury, there was a bassline. It wasn’t just any bassline, mind you. It was Phil Lesh’s—an intricate, weaving, electrified pulse that felt more like the heartbeat of the universe than just another instrument in a band. Now that pulse, that cosmic conductor, has drifted into the great unknown.

Today, we at Grateful Web are heartbroken to share the passing of Phil Lesh, founding bassist of the Grateful Dead, who left this world on October 25th, 2024. Phil was surrounded by his family, filled with love in his final moments. His contributions to music and the deep joy he brought to countless lives will remain forever. Our thoughts are with the Lesh family, and we ask that their privacy be respected during this difficult time. A more detailed tribute will follow as we honor his incredible legacy.

Los Angeles indie band Blooming Fire is thrilled to announce the release of their latest music video for the poignant track “Alien.” The video, shot by videographer Nick Jones, captures the essence of the song's themes of longing, connection, and the bittersweet journey of love and loss.

On this day, October 25th, 2024, we gather around a cosmic campfire to celebrate the marvelous and mystical journey of Jon Anderson, the voice of Yes, the bard of boundless imaginations, as he turns 80. This is not merely a birthday but a grand celestial nod to a man who has gifted us worlds upon worlds of sound—an eternal traveler whose voice has always been our guide through galaxies of the unknown and the fantastical.

Grateful Web is thrilled to present the exclusive premiere of LadyCouch's official music video for "Limbo" today, October 25th. The Nashville-based 12-piece ensemble continues to push the boundaries of rock and soul, delivering a dynamic sound that's both innovative and deeply rooted in musical tradition.

Step into "Limbo"

Tunnel Records and CinemaSF are excited to announce a spooktacular evening of Grateful Dead music on Halloween night at the iconic 4 Star Theater! Presenting West Marin Grateful Dead Appreciation Society Band featuring an all-star lineup including Alex Bleeker, Andrew Brennan, Danny Vitali, Nick Aives, Dylan Squires, Jeff Manson, and Carol Ann Krueger.

Born from the pulse of a dynamic bloodline between guitar and drums, Movie Club is an instrumental psych rock band like no other. Hailing from Venice Beach, the duo fuses the powerhouse drumming of Jessamyn Violet with the fiery riffs of guitarist Vince Cuneo, crafting a unique, textured sound that has captivated audiences.