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SUMMARY:Demola The Violinist
DESCRIPTION:Demola\, known to fans as “Demola the Violinist\,” is an internationally recognized musician\, songwriter\, multi-instrumentalist\, record producer\, and an award-winning self-taught multi-genre violinist. Born in Lagos\, Nigeria\, Demola moved to the United States to pursue his solo music career\, blending his love for Afrobeat\, reggae\, R&B\, hip-hop\, pop\, and country into a sound that is distinctly his own. \nInfo & Tickets
URL:https://celebrationshelter.net/event/demola-the-violinist/
LOCATION:Yoshi’s Oakland\, 510 Embarcadero West\, Oakland\, 94607
CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,East Bay,Live Music,Oakland,Performing Arts
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SUMMARY:Twista with Live Band
DESCRIPTION:Grammy nominated multi-platinum Recording artist Twista made his recording debut on “Po Pimp\,” a platinum single by his fellow Windy City rappers Do or Die. Following “Po Pimp\,” Twista signed with Big Beat/Atlantic and released his debut\, Adrenaline Rush \nMobstability followed a year later\, and in 1999 Twista returned with Legit Ballin’. In fall 2002\, he hooked up with Ludacris\, Jay-Z\, Bone Thugs-N- Harmony\, and others for the recording of his third album \nKamikaze came out at the beginning of 2004 and promptly hit the Billboard 200\, riding the impetus of his number one hit single “Slow Jamz” & “Overnight Celebrity” In 2005\, he returned with the album The Day After and the hit single “Girl Tonite” featuring Trey Songz. \nInfo & Tickets
URL:https://celebrationshelter.net/event/twista-with-live-band/
LOCATION:Yoshi’s Oakland\, 510 Embarcadero West\, Oakland\, 94607
CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,East Bay,Live Music,Oakland,Performing Arts,Staff Picks
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251211
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251215
DTSTAMP:20260420T151155
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SUMMARY:Robert Glasper
DESCRIPTION:Robert Glasper is the leader of a new sonic paradigm with a career that bridges musical and artistic genres. To date\, he boasts 5 Grammy wins and 12 nominations across 11 categories\, an Emmy Award for his song for Ava Duvernay’s critically hailed documentary “13th” with Common and Karriem Riggins\, and a Peabody Award for his Composition of “Mr. Soul!”. His work and accolades bridge all aspects of the music business\, from live touring to film scoring\, composing\, and producing. Evolution is his hallmark. Glasper’s breakout crossover album Black Radio changed the face of the genre and set a new expectation for what popular music could be. \nInfo & Tickets
URL:https://celebrationshelter.net/event/robert-glasper/
LOCATION:Yoshi’s Oakland\, 510 Embarcadero West\, Oakland\, 94607
CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,East Bay,Live Music,Oakland,Staff Picks
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20251211T200000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20251211T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T151155
CREATED:20251208T035307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T001127Z
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SUMMARY:Annie & The Caldwells
DESCRIPTION:Annie & The Caldwells are a family band that plays a powerful soul from West Point\, Mississippi. Their music pulls from artists the family love — The Gap Band\, Chaka Khan\, Bootsy Collins. Their acclaimed album Can’t Lose (My Soul) was released by David Byrne’s Luaka Bop record label in 2025. \nParking\nCenter Street Garage\, next door to The Freight\, is currently open nightly until 1am except Sunday. More details here. \nPublic Transit\nThe Freight & Salvage is BARTable! Downtown Berkeley BART station is a half a block from the Freight. Details at bart.gov. Many AC Transit bus lines stop within a few blocks of the Freight. Details at actransit.org. \nNearby Favorites Bars/Restaurants\nRevival Bar + Kitchen | 2102 Shattuck Avenue\, (510) 549–9950\nComal Next Door | 2024 Shattuck Ave\, (510) 422-662\nGather | 2200 Oxford Street @ Allston\, (510) 809-0400 \nInfo & Tickets
URL:https://celebrationshelter.net/event/annie-the-caldwells/
LOCATION:The Freight\, 2020 Addison St\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,Berkeley,East Bay,Live Music,Performing Arts,Staff Picks
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20251213T200000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20251213T200000
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SUMMARY:Alam Khan\, Vijay Iyer\, Nitin Mitta
DESCRIPTION:An improvisational dialogue between piano\, sarod\, and tabla. This project began with a long-standing friendship and creative curiosity between Vijay Iyer and Alam Khan\, both of whom had worked independently with tabla player Nitin Mitta. When the three gathered in California for a two-day session\, it unfolded as an unplanned yet deeply connected musical conversation. Born of spontaneity and mutual respect\, this collaboration lives in the moment. Drawing from their shared fluency in improvisation\, the trio recorded a series of intimate\, exploratory pieces that became the foundation for their upcoming EP. These recordings reflect the spirit of listening and discovery that guided their first encounter. \nParking\nCenter Street Garage\, next door to The Freight\, is currently open nightly until 1am except Sunday. More details here. \nPublic Transit\nThe Freight & Salvage is BARTable! Downtown Berkeley BART station is a half a block from the Freight. Details at bart.gov. Many AC Transit bus lines stop within a few blocks of the Freight. Details at actransit.org. \nNearby Favorites Bars/Restaurants\nRevival Bar + Kitchen | 2102 Shattuck Avenue\, (510) 549–9950\nComal Next Door | 2024 Shattuck Ave\, (510) 422-662\nGather | 2200 Oxford Street @ Allston\, (510) 809-0400 \nInfo & Tickets
URL:https://celebrationshelter.net/event/alam-khan-vijay-iyer-nitin-mitta/
LOCATION:The Freight\, 2020 Addison St\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,Berkeley,East Bay,Live Music,Performing Arts,Staff Picks
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251219
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251222
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SUMMARY:Con Funk Shun
DESCRIPTION:This season\, let the groove guide you home as Bay Area funk icons CONFUNKSHUN return to Yoshi’s Oakland for their 5th annual Home for the Holidays celebration. It’s more than a concert—it’s a soulful reunion gift wrapped in rhythm\, nostalgia\, and pure holiday joy. \nFrom timeless hits to festive bangers off their 2024 album Home for Xmas\, plus an exclusive sneak peek at unreleased songs from their upcoming project Smooth Jukebox\, this night is built for dancing\, reminiscing\, and vibing out with the ones you know & love. \nInfo & Tickets
URL:https://celebrationshelter.net/event/con-funk-shun/
LOCATION:Yoshi’s Oakland\, 510 Embarcadero West\, Oakland\, 94607
CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,East Bay,Live Music,Oakland,Staff Picks
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SUMMARY:Corey Harris & Cedric Watson: True Blues
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Corey Harris\, a MacArthur Grant recipient\, and featuring renowned Creole/Blues musician Cedric Watson\, True Blues chronicles the extraordinary living culture of the blues in an evening of music and conversation. In bringing the True Blues film to the concert stage\, the True Blues concert vividly brings to life this crucial wellspring of American music. \nParking\nCenter Street Garage\, next door to The Freight\, is currently open nightly until 1am except Sunday. More details here. \nPublic Transit\nThe Freight & Salvage is BARTable! Downtown Berkeley BART station is a half a block from the Freight. Details at bart.gov. Many AC Transit bus lines stop within a few blocks of the Freight. Details at actransit.org. \nNearby Favorites Bars/Restaurants\nRevival Bar + Kitchen | 2102 Shattuck Avenue\, (510) 549–9950\nComal Next Door | 2024 Shattuck Ave\, (510) 422-662\nGather | 2200 Oxford Street @ Allston\, (510) 809-0400 \nInfo & Tickets
URL:https://celebrationshelter.net/event/corey-harris-cedric-watson-true-blues/
LOCATION:The Freight\, 2020 Addison St\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,Berkeley,East Bay,Live Music,Performing Arts,Staff Picks
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20251222T120000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20251222T120000
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SUMMARY:Bobby McFerrin & MOTION: Circlesongs
DESCRIPTION:Join Bobby and Bay Area’s MOTION featuring Bryan Dyer\, David Worm\, and Destani Wolf. They will lead Circlesongs at noon and encourage everyone to bring a spirit of adventure\, curiosity\, trust\, and joy. Let it free your voice. Find your place in the circle. \nParking\nCenter Street Garage\, next door to The Freight\, is currently open nightly until 1am except Sunday. More details here. \nPublic Transit\nThe Freight & Salvage is BARTable! Downtown Berkeley BART station is a half a block from the Freight. Details at bart.gov. Many AC Transit bus lines stop within a few blocks of the Freight. Details at actransit.org. \nNearby Favorites Bars/Restaurants\nRevival Bar + Kitchen | 2102 Shattuck Avenue\, (510) 549–9950\nComal Next Door | 2024 Shattuck Ave\, (510) 422-662\nGather | 2200 Oxford Street @ Allston\, (510) 809-0400 \nInfo & Tickets
URL:https://celebrationshelter.net/event/bobby-mcferrin-motion-circlesongs/
LOCATION:The Freight\, 2020 Addison St\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,Berkeley,East Bay,Live Music,Performing Arts,Staff Picks
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20251223T200000
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SUMMARY:Nzuri Soul: Christmas in Egypt III
DESCRIPTION:Step into the Spirit—Where Christmas Meets the Nile!  Nzuri Soul is back at Yoshi’s Jazz Club for an electrifying encore of her acclaimed holiday spectacle: “Christmas in Egypt III – King of Kings.” This isn’t just a concert—it’s a soul-saturated celebration that fuses the warmth of Christmas with the mystique of ancient Egypt\, gift wrapped in Gospel\, R&B\, and rich Soul tradition. \nWith her powerhouse band\, spellbinding vocals\, and magnetic stage presence\, Nzuri Soul transforms the season into a cultural odyssey. Expect soaring melodies\, sacred rhythms\, and storytelling that honors legacy\, faith\, and the divine goodness of the holiday spirit & culture. \nInfo & Tickets
URL:https://celebrationshelter.net/event/nzuri-soul-christmas-in-egypt-iii/
LOCATION:Yoshi’s Oakland\, 510 Embarcadero West\, Oakland\, 94607
CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,East Bay,Live Music,Oakland,Performing Arts,Staff Picks
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20251224T200000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20251224T200000
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CREATED:20251209T002120Z
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SUMMARY:Alvon Johnson
DESCRIPTION:Alvon Johnson stands out as one of the most versatile musicians\, singers\, and entertainers of our time. His global presence is marked by enchanting performances of jazz standards with Big Bands and electrifying renditions of songs from his time with the legendary rock and roll group\, The Coasters. In Russia\, he garners titles like the “King of the Blues” and the “Ambassador of the Blues\,” reflecting his profound appreciation for this quintessentially American musical genre that resonates with audiences worldwide. \nInfo & Tickets
URL:https://celebrationshelter.net/event/alvon-johnson/
LOCATION:Yoshi’s Oakland\, 510 Embarcadero West\, Oakland\, 94607
CATEGORIES:Arts + Culture,East Bay,Live Music,Oakland,Performing Arts,Staff Picks
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