When the ancient Polynesians invented surfing, they often used a paddle to help them navigate. Fast-forward a few millennia, and Stand-Up Paddleboarding, or SUP, finds itself trendy again. Part of its increasing popularity is that standing upright allows surfers to spot waves more easily and thus catch more of them, multiplying the fun factor. Paddling back to the wave becomes less of a strain as well. The ability to cruise along on flat inland water, surveying the sights, is another advantage. Finally, it’s a good core workout. If you’re sold on the idea, schedule an intro SUP lesson, free with board and paddle rental, and you may find yourself riding the waves like a Polynesian king.More
Many of us remember coming home from our elementary schools with freshly glazed pinchpots, cups, or whatever else our young imaginations could conjure up. Saturday mornings at the Randall Museum can bring that memory back, or create a new one for the youngsters. Ceramics make great gifts — especially on Mothers' and Fathers' Day. Hop on board for the Randall's once-weekly class, and for $6 and two weeks to have your work fired and glazed, you'll have all the materials you need.More
December is almost over - the New Year is coming up and everyone is busy drying off from the rain or holiday shopping. Let's take a look at what's happened this month.
If finding your way to the War Memorial Opera House for a performance of Carmen or The Magic Flute isn't in the cards, SF Opera Lab is here to bring the experience to you.
Sub Pop recording artists 'clipping.' brought their brand of noise-driven experimental hip hop to the closing night of 2016's San Francisco Electronic Music Fest this past Sunday. The packed Brava Theater hosted an initially seated crowd that ended the night jumping and dancing against the front of the stage. The trio performed a set focused on their recently released Sci-Fi Horror concept album, 'Splendor & Misery', then delved into their dancier and more aggressive back catalogue, and recent single 'Wriggle'.
Opening performances included local experimental electronic duo 'Tujurikkuja' and computer music artist 'Madalyn Merkey.'"
Guitarist Kenneth William has been asked so much about White Lung's "new" sound that's he's beginning to wonder if the punk-rock band accidentally created a pop masterpiece with its latest album, Paradise. "I wouldn't even know how to make a…
Though the sun may shine intermittently during the day at Outside Lands, by the evening, the fog drifts into Golden Gate Park and the wind kicks up, casting a mystical glow over the event. It may be less than ideal…
When a band makes multiple stops in the same city within a year, the second gig usually acts as a de facto victory lap — a way of thanking the fans for making the first show so memorable. Royal…
@All Shook Down
by Will Reisman
July 7, 2016 @ 11:02 amTags: Show To Know, Video
Like everyone else who has been changed unalterably by the spell of music, there are songs in my past that are indelibly attached to specific moments in my life. I remember being 16 years old and picking up my…
Every music genre has its gatekeepers. These are the devotees who take it upon themselves to determine the boundaries and definitions of their beloved music, as well as who is entitled enough to join their exclusive flock. While each of…
The first time I saw Titus Andronicus was in 2008, when the New Jersey punk band made their San Francisco debut at the Hemlock Tavern. Patrick Stickles, the brilliant and mercurial songwriter for the band, looked sallow and gaunt…
Mission District native Adam Traore has been a firsthand witness to the upheaval San Francisco has experienced in the past decade. High housing costs and a new generation of tech workers have displaced many of the people with whom Traore,…
The familiar sound of siren-like whistles opens up “Breakin’ Point,” the title track to power pop trio Peter Bjorn and John’s sixth album. For fans of the Swedish group, that whistling is a clarion call to the band’s most famous…
A catchy song will find its way into your head, returning incessantly despite your best wishes. A good song will keep you coming back for more. But then there are the truly great songs that captivate you with their perfection.…
There is a need for pop in the music world. Not pandering, market-researched, radio-friendly compositions calculated to be hits, but expertly crafted tunes that make you think and move your feet. Ryan Lynch of Dominant Legs is a prime purveyor…
I've literally only done like two genuinely cool things in my life, and one of them was seeing M83 perform for a crowd of about 20 people at a tiny club in Burlington, Vt. And now that M83 (the recording…
Sub Pop recording artists 'clipping.' brought their brand of noise-driven experimental hip hop to the closing night of 2016's San Francisco Electronic Music Fest this past Sunday. The packed Brava Theater hosted an initially seated crowd that ended the night jumping and dancing against the front of the stage. The trio performed a set focused on their recently released Sci-Fi Horror concept album, 'Splendor & Misery', then delved into their dancier and more aggressive back catalogue, and recent single 'Wriggle'.
Opening performances included local experimental electronic duo 'Tujurikkuja' and computer music artist 'Madalyn Merkey.'"
