Lavay Smith, celebrated swing and blues chanteuse, fronts her band The Red Hot Skillet Lickers with dazzling charisma. Formed in San Francisco in 1989, the group blends jump blues, Kansas City swing, jazz, and torch songs into irresistible performances. With her smoky voice and glamorous presence, Lavay has captivated audiences worldwide, earning acclaim as one of today’s leading interpreters of classic American swing and blues traditions—learn more Lavay Smith and Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers.
Brian wants you to go out and hear live events more often.
He’s built a free tool for you to use.
The Bay Area has an amazing live music and event scene — and so does Santa Cruz, just over the hill. Don’t sit at home, don’t go to the same-old, GET OUT THERE.
This is a very inclusive list of over 400 sources and venues across the bay area and Santa Cruz County, and all their events.