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Oakland-based pianist, MC, producer, and composer Kev Choice is a commanding live performer known for electrifying stages with a seamless fusion of hip-hop, jazz, soul, and classical music. A virtuosic pianist and dynamic bandleader, Kev has built a reputation for high-energy, emotionally resonant performances that move effortlessly between improvisation, orchestration, and groove-driven storytelling. He has shared the stage and collaborated with iconic artists, including Lauryn Hill, Goapele, Ledisi, and E-40, and has performed at premier venues such as SFJAZZ and the Paramount Theatre. Nationally, he served as Co-Musical Director for E-40’s NPR Tiny Desk performance, further highlighting his ability to bring complex, large-scale musical visions to life. >> READ MORE
Don't miss Kev Choice Ensemble at Yoshi's, Oakland (Friday, 6/26). Buy tickets here
Friday
June 26, 2026 from 7pm to 11pm – Yoshi's, Oakland
ENTER TO WIN A PAIR OF TICKETS. WINNER WILL BE DRAWN RANDOMLY AND ANNOUNCED 2 DAYS PRIOR TO EVENT. June 26, 2026 Genre-blending pianist/MC/composer celebrates Black Music Month KEV CHOICE E…
June 26, 2026 from 8pm to 11pm – Hearst Greek Theatre
ENTER TO WIN A PAIR OF TICKETS. WINNER WILL BE DRAWN RANDOMLY AND ANNOUNCED 2 DAYS PRIOR TO EVENT. Friday, June 26, 2026 KHALID Doors: 6:30pm | Show: 8:00pm Hearst Greek Theatre 2001 Gay…
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Saturday
June 27, 2026 from 6:30pm to 11:45pm – THE MOUNTAIN WINERY, Saratoga
Iration SATURDAY, JUN 27, 2026 DOORS AT 4:30PM, SHOW AT 6:30PM THE MOUNTAIN WINERY 14831 Pierce Road, Saratoga, CA
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June 27, 2026 from 7pm to 11pm – @ Yoshi's, Oakland
SATURDAY, JUNE 27 Rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer KOTA THE FRIEND @ Yoshi's, 510 Embarcadero, Oakland Doors: 7:00PM / Show: 7:30PM Doors: 9:15PM / Show: 9:30PM >> BUY TICKET…
Sunday
June 28, 2026 from 7:30pm to 11:30pm – OAKLAND ARENA
SUMMER WALKER SUN JUN 28, 2026 ▪︎ 7:30PM OAKLAND ARENA 7000 Coliseum Way, Oakland, CA
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Tuesday
June 30, 2026 from 8pm to 11:30pm – THE UC THEATRE, Berkeley
CYMANDE June 30, 2026 Doors: 7:00 pm • Start: 8:00 pm The UC Theatre 2036 University Ave. Berkeley, CA
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Friday
July 3, 2026 at 9pm to October 3, 2026 at 1:45pm – Golden Ratio, Oakland
FRIDAY, JULY 3 True Skool presents ELEVATION (1st Fridays) Featuring: CaliProof Renoir (aka Ren the Vinyl Archaeologist) @ Golden Ratio, 1517 Franklin St., Oakland 21+ / Doors 9pm / FREE B4…
Sunday
July 5, 2026 from 2pm to 9pm – STERN GROVE, SF
Major Lazer SUNDAY JULY 5 Doors 12:00pm, Show 2:00pm STERN GROVE 19th Avenue and Sloat Boulevard San Francisco, CA
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Wednesday
July 8, 2026 from 7:30pm to 11:30pm – Yoshi's, Oakland
KARYN WHITE WED JULY 8, 2026 DOORS: 7:00 PM SHOW: 7:30 PM Yoshi's 510 Embarcadero West, Oakland, CA
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Thursday
July 9, 2026 from 7:30pm to 11:30pm – THE MOUNTAIN WINERY, Saratoga
Bobby Brown THURSDAY, JUL 9, 2026 DOORS AT 5:30PM, SHOW AT 7:30PM THE MOUNTAIN WINERY 14831 Pierce Road, Saratoga, CA
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DaBoyDame w/ Keyshia Cole, Plies +more
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Buju Banton & Stephen Marley
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Kev Choice Ensemble
Friday, June 26 @ Yoshi's, Oakland
Khalid
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