ON Sunday December 2, from 1:00-7:00 p.m., Out of the Fire Benefit presents a concert of live music performed by artists featured on the “Out of the Fire” benefit CD. The album, Out of the Fire, a CD of original music and cover tunes was created to help heal survivors of the 2017 fires. All proceeds are donated to the replacement and repair of musical instruments lost or damaged in the fire.

As was previously announced, legendary songwriter JACK TEMPCHIN has been nominated to The Songwriters Hall of Fame with the official induction ceremony set to take place in June 2019.

Arizona Roots Music & Arts Festival will take place at the Riverwalk at Rawhide Western Town & Event Center on February 9 and 10, 2019. The festival will be brought to you by the same team that brings you the California Roots Music & Arts Festival in Monterey, CA. Over its ten year history, Cali Roots has become synonymous with top-notch performances and unforgettable festival experiences. The brand's venture to Chandler, AZ to plant new seeds and spread good vibes has seen an amazing response from fans and media outlets alike.

Shakedown Gallery is hosting "Drop The Mics: A Blotter Art Show". The exhibition will run as a pop-up gallery at 411 Haight Street from December 1- January 1.

The Denver-based funk and soul ensemble are releasing their ninth studio album, Death Or Devotion, on January 25th via the band’s own label.The nine-track album is a killer collection of feel good grooves. The album’s first release, “Whacha Gonna Bring,” was recently used for HeadCount’s Get Out The Vote Campaign for the mid-term elections.