The Emotional Virgin World Tour is coming in 2026 and EMELINE is bringing her most unfiltered era to the stage. Built around the world of her upcoming album, the show is equal parts chaotic, cathartic, soft, and savage. Expect razor-sharp vocals, big feelings, and the kind of explosive moments that make you want to scream-sing your way free.
This tour is for anyone who’s ever loved too hard, felt too much, or been told to tone it down. EMELINE is ripping the filter off everything and inviting fans into a live experience that’s messy, magnetic, and absolutely unapologetic. It’s emotional, it’s feral, it’s hers… and she wants you there.
Lauded by Rolling Stone as “an ambitious, entrepreneurial guitar heroine primed to bring back the pop-country glory of the Nineties,” Caroline Jones is a country singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist whose musicianship has led her to becoming a full-time band member of Zac Brown Band and to building out an impressive solo career, co-producing alongside industry veterans Brandon Hood and Ric Wake.
Meet Mark Brucato, better known as Lil Mo Mozzarella, your neighborhood legend who says, “Nobody moves, nobody gets hurt.” “How ya doin’?” If you don’t know him, you’re probably living under a rock! When it comes to his job, he chuckles, “I’m a f***ing legend!”
If you see him, watch your mouth—you better grab some tickets quick, or you’ll get hit with so many loads of semolina bread, you’ll feel like you walked into the bakery! Come to the show and enter into Mo’s world; it’s all about keeping things light, fun, and hilarious!
Kyle Hume blends raw emotion with infectious pop hooks, turning dorm-room demos into hundreds of millions of streams.
Whether he’s singing an ode to “queer tattoos,” telling his potential paramour all the things he won’t be doing for her (he ain’t fightin’ no Lion), or lamenting his new vegan lifestyle (“Tofurkey? Tof**k yourself- I want some meat”), Stephen Lynch will always consider himself “a musician trapped in the body of a comedian.”
His unique blend of musical based comedy has earned him fiercely loyal fans around the world who live to experience his sold-out live shows, six best-selling CDs, his RIAA-certified Gold DVD and his top-rated Comedy Central Specials.
Kicking off Kole’s art movement in the Bay Area with an unforgettable live experience.
Since his 2024 album “Red”, Kole has been on a spree of deeply grounded artistry, turning heads from across the world. Kole leads the movement of authentic new music.
From the start of 2025 with his newest acclaimed single “demo 8 / heavier”, to the now-classic “hang up”, to the refined sound of “pressure”, Kole is ramping up for an unforgettable run in music.
Each piece presents a part of the bigger picture, and fans are feeding off the momentum. 2026 is Kole’s second wind, and at just 19, the evolution has just begun.
Following in the footsteps of his hit single “Paris City Jazz”, which has been certified as a gold single on the export market, Bellaire’s signature sound is recognized for its effectiveness in clubs and its blend of influences ranging from hip-hop to soul, funk to disco, not to mention the French touch
Akin to the ebb and flow of a Venice Beach wave at sunset, Niko Rubio wades through styles, vibes, and emotions. As if rising out of the ocean, her swell of inspiration crests by absorbing everything from traditional Mexican Ranchera music to nineties alternative rock and 21st century indie pop, reaching shore, and leaving a hypnotic hybrid in its wake
In her words, she makes music “for the Latina girls who love Gwen Stefani, Foster the People, and Julieta Venegas, heard all of the classic Latin artists at a quinceañera, and went back to school where everybody was listening to Lana Del Rey.”
Isaia steps into the most ambitious chapter of his artistry yet. The record is circular, narrative-driven, and emotionally dense. It traces the unraveling of a man who built his life around the chase, collecting women, distractions, and escapes until he was forced to confront the emptiness at the center of it all. The story isn’t just about lust or heartbreak, it’s about ego-death and staring down your own hollowness.
Musically, the album draws from Isaia’s heroes Marvin Gaye, D’Angelo, and gospel choirs, but refuses to stay reverent. It pushes and distorts. 90s R&B textures bleed into glitchy modern production. Grit meets elegance. There are moments of cinematic swell and moments that feel like a confessional booth. It’s an overcorrection by design: a rebellion against algorithmic emptiness. A return to feeling as the centerpiece of sound.
Blending R&B, pop, and progressive soul, Noah pairs confessional lyrics with intricate, self-produced instrumentation, Noah Guy approaches music through a cinematic lens. He treats each project as the soundtrack to his life — storyboarding songs like scenes and delivering them with raw, full-body emotion.
JayDon is a multi-talented artist from LA whose blend of acting, singing, and dancing informs a fresh, modern take on R&B.
He first broke through playing Kenny Payne in The Paynes and voicing Young Simba in Disney’s The Lion King (2019).
Influenced by Usher, and Bobby Brown, JayDon seamlessly merges classic and contemporary R&B by capturing what he calls being “an Artist of All Realms.
In a constant dedication to expanding her tender repertoire of American folk songs into a larger context, Mirha’s recordings seek to find the magical amity between explorative percussion, orchestral sounds and elements of rock and popular music.
Mirah has dedicated her creative process to investigating the complicated intersections between individuals and communities, believing that with deeper understanding of each other, the seeds of a more beautiful and less violent world are planted.
Known for his soulful blend of R&B, lo-fi, and pop, slchld quickly gained a global following with his heartfelt lyrics and mellow melodies.
His standout releases, including my insecurities, not yours (2019) and Blood Lotus Diary (2022), have earned him over 400 million streams.
One Night. One Stage. The Power of Latin Music.
LatinFestSF is not just a show. it’s a moment.
For one night, we take over the iconic Café du Nord and turn it into a living, breathing celebration of Latin rhythm, culture, and community.
From salsa to cumbia, Latin pop to tropical grooves, from tradition to global fusion, this is music that moves your feet… and means something when it hits your chest.
Isaac Slade, best known as the former frontman of the Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum band The Fray, steps back onto the stage after four years with his first-ever solo tour in 2026.
The Songs I Know tour will take audiences through his emotionally resonant songwriting and the life journey that shaped his music.
Slade’s performances bring listeners into his intimate, cinematic vocal style, featuring formative songs and stories, his genre-defining hits, and the music that inspired him through the years.
Since their widely lauded debut album, The Future Is Our Way Out, Chicago-based 5 piece Brigitte Calls Me Baby have brought a greater intensity of vision to their lavish breed of alt-rock, arriving at a boldly singular sound that is both thrillingly new and immediately essential to the modern rock landscape.
In a major leap forward for the band, Brigitte Calls Me Baby’s sophomore album Irreversible captures the energy, intrigue and grandeur of their live show, all while pushing further into the exquisite pathos of their songwriting.
Money. Moolah. Bread. Dough. Cheddar. Clams. Scratch. Scrilla.
Whatever you call it, money matters. Certainly in this town, which is quite possibly the wealthiest in the world and at the forefront of the widening divide between those that have money and those that don’t.
Money drives business, politics, housing, culture, cuisine, parenting, sports. But talking about it is always a bit awkward.
We want to break this taboo and tackle this topic with gusto at the next Chat Room event.
What are the challenges facing small businesses? How is the AI boom affecting real estate and affordability in SF? How can wealth inequality be improved? Crypto or cash? Is it still possible to walk out of your house without immediately spending $40? We’ll discuss these topics and more on April 29th at Swedish American Hall.
With each release, Otis Kane continues to solidify his place as one of modern R&B’s most compelling and heartfelt voices. His album Violet further cemented his reputation as a dynamic songwriter and producer, expanding his sonic palette while maintaining the emotional vulnerability that defines his work.
In the rift between sound design, early emo, rock and pop, Horse Vision continues to elaborate on an alternative approach to traditional songwriting with a somewhat definitive, future-forward guitar music aesthetic.
Angelo De Augustine is a singer-songwriter living in Thousand Oaks, California—a suburb north of Los Angeles, where he grew up. He has released four solo albums including his self-released debut, Spirals of Silence (2014), and three for Asthmatic Kitty Records: Swim Inside The Moon (2017), Tomb (2019), and Toil and Trouble (2023). In 2021, De Augustine collaborated with labelmate Sufjan Stevens to record the critically acclaimed A Beginner’s Mind, an album of 14 songs (loosely) based on (mostly) popular films.
With his recent return to playing live at LA’s Barnsdall Gallery Theatre alongside a full band ensemble, and the promise of more new music on the way, 2026 is set to be De Augustine’s biggest year yet.
HAPPY LANDING pioneers a new wave of folk music, captivating audiences internationally with their energetic live shows and fresh sound, blended from the roots of southern rock, punk and folk. After debut festival appearances at Bonnaroo, Lollapalooza, and Summerfest, the band’s sophomore album, Big Sun, comes in 2026 paired with a major headline tour of the US & Canada.
Baby Bugs is an alternative music project founded by Bowie. Raised on bluegrass guitar and church hymns, Bowie spent years held under the weight of religious trauma and emotional abuse before discovering that writing their feelings in the form of a song or poem was the only way to express themselves clearly. In 2021 at the age of 18, Bowie released their first song “Hey Bunny”.
Devon Gabriella is an acoustic indie pop singer that brings a soft tone and sentimental lyrics that intertwine impeccably and evoke feelings of longing and heartbreak.
She approaches pop music through a singer/songwriter lens with strong lyricism and emotional value with her music laced with an element of sweetness and sadness. (newmusicmuse)
Red Lotus is known for his unmatched versatility, effortlessly mastering genres like rap, pop, folk, country, R&B, and EDM.
Coma Cinema is committed to fighting entropy by the alchemy of art, bringing thoughts to life in Cothran and his listener’s minds with a spirit of deep gratitude for those who have listened to and shared his music for many years.
Coma Cinema remains independent and happily obscure in an ever dulling world.
Mike Doughty is an American singer, songwriter, and author best known as the founder and frontman of Soul Coughing. This year, Mike Doughty returns to the stage for a solo tour, presenting stripped-down, intimate performances that span his Soul Coughing legacy and prolific solo work, reaffirming his place as one of alternative music’s most distinctive and enduring voices.
Catherine McCafferty is an actor, writer, comedian, and the host of viral digital series, PRETTY GAY, exclusivity on Patreon and produced by Sam Reich (DropOut TV) and Elaine Carroll (Very Mary-Kate).
Catherine can be seen in the queer high school rom-com CRUSH on Hulu, as well as indie horror feature AMERICAN CARNAGE starring Jenna Ortega.
the Irish band had become masters at creating haunting noise rock, Katie Ball’s bewitching vocals swirling amongst the sounds like smoke. Their music is defined by a maelstrom of dark industrial noise and dreamy textures, explored themes of grief and longing, with imagery of being submerged deep underwater and gasping for air.
Ana Roxanne is a works at the interzone of electric meditation, dream pop, and ambient songcraft.
Her inspirations span the secular (R&B divas of 1980’s and 90’s) and the spiritual (Catholic choral traditions in which she was raised), synthesized into a uniquely intuitive sonic language, equal parts atmospheric and ancient, healing and hermetic.
Ike Dweck stands poised to become one of the most compelling new voices in modern indie-folk:
Brooklyn-born and raised, rising independent singer-songwriter Ike Dweck is building a reputation for deeply personal lyrics and unflinching introspection. Since debuting in 2023, he’s continued to shape a sound that blends raw vulnerable folk with a modern, aggressive rock, inviting listeners into the heart of his experiences.
Anna Ash writes songs of profound, startling, sensuous insight. Call it country, call it rock’n’roll, call it pulling off the road somewhere between Silver Lake and Bakersfield just to roll a cigarette, kick at the gravel, and brood. She’s released four full-length albums, but has become widely known due to the success of her version of Lucinda Williams’ “Righteously,” which was an outtake from her 2016 album Floodlights.
What happens when two artists defined by independence decide to share the reins? Particularly in the realm of electronic music, so often crafted in the privacy of a bedroom or a solitary studio, collaboration can feel like an exercise in ceding control. For Brothertiger and Hotel Pools, this exercise proved surprisingly easy.
Months of swapping ideas from opposite coasts gradually yielded Paradigms, a joint album that finds the two veteran artists melding their signature sounds into a dreamy electronica confection. Over seven hypnotic songs, Brothertiger’s entrancing vocals float in a rich mist of layered synths, creating an ethereal sonic atmosphere that feels simultaneously calm and climactic.
At its face, this sound may not be unfamiliar to fans of either artist. Hotel Pools, the moniker of Portland-based artist and producer Ben Braun, has been a stalwart presence in the vaporwave scene since 2018, and Brothertiger’s John Jagos has amassed a cult following for his masterful electronic production. Their affinity for synths isn’t the only thing they have in common — after demoralizing experiences with traditional record labels, both artists opted to go fully independent and release music directly to their fans.
“Just start experimenting,” says Ben. “That’s what’s fun, and that’s what’s going to make good music.”
“Ape gigs are like lunar eclipses — rare enough not to be missed” says the Pop Music Poobah Joel Selvin.
Ape really has to be seen to be heard. They are the only band in the world that features a live tiki carver as part of the band, with the tiki carving percussion as part of the music and the resulting tiki as part of the show.
This show will benefit The City Surf Project (CSP) which has introduced over 3000 youth to surfing.
Surfing engages youth with the natural world, boosts self-confidence, and improves social and emotional learning skills, and builds community.
A Concert and Conversation with Hrishikesh Hirway and Special Guest:
Hrishikesh Hirway is a singer, songwriter, and producer. He released his first albums under the name The One AM Radio.
He’s composed for film and TV, and is the producer/instrumentalist in Moors, a project with Lakeith Stanfield.
He’s also the host and creator of Song Exploder, a podcast and Netflix series where musicians take apart one of their songs and break down the creative process behind it.
From Dad-Rock to Hip-Hop, Your Neighbors is finding a foothold in the music world by throwing anything and everything at the wall, and hoping something will stick.
Caitlynne Curtis is a rising country/pop artist known for her powerful vocals, emotional storytelling, and genre-blending sound.
She has released singles such as “Where You Left Off,” “Black Widow,” and “Amen,” and continues to tour and release new music that blends heartfelt country roots with modern pop energy.
Blending pop, RCB, and hip-hop influences, Locked In moves between vulnerable moments and high-energy, release-driven tracks, Gavin Magnus is entering a new chapter with his most personal project to date.
Katelyn Tarver has never shied away from the truth — even when it hurts. On her third full-length album, Tell Me How You Really Feel (Nettwerk), the Los Angeles-based singer, songwriter, and actress chronicles the raw process of self-reinvention after the end of her decade-long marriage, turning heartbreak into hard-won clarity.
The result is an intimate collection of indie pop confessional that feel like overheard conversations — honest, unguarded, insightful, and deeply human.
With Tell Me How You Really Feel, Katelyn Tarver invites listeners into her most personal chapter yet — one defined by truth, transformation, and the courage to begin again.
Izzy Escobar is a songwriter and artist from Massachusetts whose raw, emotive voice cuts straight to the heart. Known for her fearless creativity and commanding stage presence, Izzy blends a rich vocal tone with deeply personal lyricism, creating a sound that’s as powerful as it is intimate.
Hannah Cohen’s fourth full-length album Earthstar Mountain, is a keepsake of Cohen’s time in the Catskills, built over the course of 2020-2024, as blurred, shimmering memories come into focus to produce a collage of echoes and sonic souvenirs.
Featuring contributions from Sufjan Stevens, Clairo, Sean Mullins, Liam Kazar, Oliver Hill and more, Earthstar Mountain is a love letter to the Catskills and in the interconnectedness of all things: in her past, present, future and alternative selves, in her friends––here and gone––and in the mountain that peers through her windows.
Eloquently blending synth – folk, moody pop, club beats, and soaring vocal harmonies, Babes In Canyon crafts music that is eminently engaging and very much of the moment.
Born of a spontaneous writing session during a winter storm blackout, the band wandered naturally into the land of heavy beats, lyrics with an element of storytelling, and synth – folk instrumentation with a twist.
Lush and astutely layered, what began as an exploration of the outer edges of Americana has evolved into a cohesive, enchanting artistic statement.
At just 17 years of age, Brisbane singer-songwriter and alt-folk/alt-pop artist, has an innate sense of storytelling.
Her introspective, poetic lyrics forge intricate wordplay and vivid metaphors that delve into deep and sometimes sombre themes.
This, coupled with energetic hooks, cinematic swells and uplifting melodies, produces a sound that is layered with complexity, is thought-provoking, and speaks to those navigating life’s chaos, offering solace in shared experiences.
Arts Fishing Club is more than just a band; they are storytellers, explorers of the human condition, and purveyors of living life boldly.
The boldness that compelled such an adventure is felt in AFC’s electrifying live shows where the band weaves the raw energy of rock and the introspective lyrical honesty of folk to create a sound that is timeless and refreshingly original.
With the arrival of their debut EP Life and Life Only, The Heavy Heavy immediately filled a longtime void in the musical landscape, delivering a soulful breed of rock & roll untouched by modern artifice.
After spending the past two years on the road and in the studio, The Heavy Heavy now draw listeners even deeper into their dreamworld with their long-awaited debut album One Of A Kind.
Sam Yo’s journey from the bright lights of London’s West End—where he made history as the first Thai actor to play the King of Siam in The King and I—to teaching fitness to millions around the world in his present role as a Peloton instructor has taught him a great deal about how to find stillness anytime and anywhere.
But the foundation of his teachings stems from his time living as a Buddhist monk in a Thai monastery, and he continues to share this ancient wisdom with audiences around the world.
Step into the night with Austin Giorgio.
Lose yourself in an evening of dark romance, where familiar songs pull you in and new ones from Chronicles of the Darkest Hour and (confessions) ignite the fire.
Be among those who will share the final hours of this tour. The story unfolds. See you there
Comedian and unlicensed therapist Therapy Gecko (also known as Lyle Forever or simply just “Geck”) is hitting the road again in 2026 for his 4th tour of Therapy Gecko live.
The audience will get the chance to converse with the gecko live on stage as they share their problems, dreams, and any other weird stuff in the recesses of their mind. Mixed in with personal stories from Lyle’s experience as a world trotting reptile, it will be a beautiful, interactive, and unpredictable journey into the unknown.
Purple reign, live on stage 💜 Don’t miss A PRINCE CELEBRATION: @anthonyxfamily brings the magic, the funk, the legacy.
In the echo chamber of pop’s polished perfection, Syd Taylor has made a decidedly imperfect, deeply personal noise.
With After the Fact—her debut, self-produced solo album, out —Syd Taylor introduces herself on her own terms:
Just Syd, a guitar, an open heart, and a belief that imperfection is its own kind of clarity.
(The Nuance Magazine)
Known for his work in the “hopecore” genre, Flawed Mangoes creates emotional, guitar-driven instrumental tracks that blend ambient cinematic electronic soundscapes with intimate melodic loops.
He gained massive online recognition for his viral, uplifting TikTok content that is surreal to experience live.
Camp Blu blends indie, surf, and post-punk influences with reverb-soaked guitars and punchy rhythms to create a sound that’s both nostalgic and fresh.
Their high-energy tracks are driven by melodic hooks and evocative vocals that swing between yearning and defiance—perfect for both the chaos of a live show and the introspection of a solo car ride
Leah Kate is a billion-streaming pop artist who broke through with her certified Platinum single “10 Things I Hate About You,” a Top 15 U.S. Pop Radio hit, the most added song at Top 40 during its impact week, and a UK Top 40 hit. She has headlined tours worldwide and joined bills alongside artists like Madison Beer, Chase Atlantic, and Anne-Marie.
Leo is reinventing Brazilian music by blending traditional genres with influences from diverse cultures. His music has garnered over 10 million plays on Spotify. Leo’s captivating performances have sold out concert halls across Europe and Brazil. In 2024, he achieved second place in the traditional Portuguese Song Festival, becoming the first Brazilian to reach the final. Leo is currently working on his sixth album, featuring songs recorded live in different parts of the world.
The Moonkiller Grand National Tour sold over 8,000 tickets across 24 shows — covering 12,000 miles of North American road. People flew in from overseas. Some followed the tour to two, three, four cities. It was, by any measure, a thing that happened — and that people chose to make happen.
We’re doing it again. Tighter. Sexier. Musically-er… Funniest..est-er(?) than before*…
Also, Internationally**
The same people who were there last time already know. The question is whether you’ll be among them this time…
*subject to interpretation, not legally binding.
**USA and Canada, this technically counts
Fai Laci blends the urgency of punk and the stomp of glam with the theatricality of classic rock, all bound together by the band’s sharp swagger and Luke Faillaci’s boundless charisma.
The album includes such bangers as the decadent “Sarasota” and the jittery new wave “Headlights,” each a showcase for their inventive guitars and nimble rhythm section.
Confident and surprisingly diverse, with brazen rockers and bruised-heart ballads, Elephant In The Room instantly catapults Fai Laci to the forefront of alternative rock and beyond.
Singer-songwriter Olive Jones has a unique way of making us feel heard through her music.
With her gorgeous soul and blues-influenced sound, not to mention her stunning voice, this future star draws you into her world, as though she’s singing for you and you alone.
Her debut album, “For Mary”, encapsulates these talents into one cohesive work, placing her at the forefront of a British soul renaissance.
Domani Harris has emerged as one of Atlanta’s most distinctive voices in modern hip hop, known for his introspective lyricism, soulful production choices, and commitment to authenticity.
Born and raised in Atlanta, he has steadily carved out his own identity separate from legacy through consistent, high quality releases and intentional artistic growth
Jena Malone brings a deeply personal, experimental spirit to the stage: Performing live, she blends beautiful vocals with catchy textures and intimate storytelling, creating a dreamy, atmospheric sound that often feels improvised and raw.
Metalachi was born over a decade ago as the result of a night of tequila-fueled mariachi debauchery and wild abuelitas screaming for the popular metal and mariachi songs of their youth;
the resulting love child has had the power to remove bras and bring smiles to many people in the subsequent years, with performances ranging from iconic venues such as The Viper Room and Whiskey A Go-Go to Heavy Montreal Festival, Monsters of Rock Cruise, Netflix is a Joke with Burt Kreischer, and even a nationally airing AT&T commercial.
Just Surrender erupted out of New York in 2003, sharpening its sound in the clubs, basements, and late-night corners of the city with a relentless DIY drive.
What began as a local spark quickly turned into a full-blown blaze as the band hit the road without looking back—touring nonstop alongside scene heavyweights like Bayside, Hawthorne Heights, Metro Station, Bowling For Soup, Yellowcard, A Day To Remember, Four Year Strong, Paramore, and All Time Low.
But after years of momentum, label politics and industry complications forced the band into an unexpected hiatus.
Now, after time away from the noise, Just Surrender has returned—seasoned, hungry, and with something unmistakably left to prove.
Dark-pop provocateur, Daniel Virgil Maisonneuve, professionally known as Sub Urban is a Taiwanese American singer, songwriter and producer most known for his RIAA double platinum-certified hit, “Cradles”. Since his breakout hit, Daniel has continued to innovate his electric sound, imbuing macabre theatrics with distinctive timbres and undeniably addictive hooks
Friqtao, the Paris-born, UK-based pianist known for turning train station pianos into impromptu stages, has struck a chord with nearly 4 million TikTok followers, morphing pop, and hip-hop piano renditions into viral performances.
With his signature beanie and headphones – now synonymous with his brand – Friqtao is ready to embark on a new chapter in 2025.
He is set to continue releasing music and step into live performance, eager to connect with the fans who’ve followed his journey online.
Influenced by his Paris-London upbringing and love for a diverse range of genres, Friqtao’s music blends personal and innovative sounds, shaped by everything from Michael Jackson blasting in his childhood home to discovering trailblazers like Avicii and XXXTENTACION in later years.
With each release, Lime Garden continue to further their reputation as ‘ones to watch’ – with a host of tips behind them from NME to The Independent, BBC 6music to KEXP, and even Johnny Marr to Hayley Williams.
Maybe Not Tonight sees four young women band together to find their own conviction in unsteady circumstances, producing their most intoxicating and luminous material to date.
