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Concerts

Friday, May 20, 2022

Evgeny Kissin entrances Davies Symphony Hall with resplendent recital

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Kissin graced the stage of Davies Symphony Hall on a brisk San Francisco night to perform a recital spanning mood and musical epochs.
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Album Reviews

Friday, May 20, 2022
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The Chainsmokers’ unengaging ‘So Far So Good’ plunges into monotony

Despite the upbeat satisfaction promised by its title, So Far So Good fails to deliver the Chainsmokers’ once-signature electric mass appeal.
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Album Reviews

Friday, May 20, 2022
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Florence + the Machine’s ‘Dance Fever’ proves charmingly contagious

“Dance Fever” shows that Welch deserves her crown, as her musical style cannot be matched no matter how many imitators try.
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Album Reviews

Thursday, May 19, 2022
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Toro y Moi’s ‘Mahal’ familiarly balances isolation, community

Drawing on classic disco and R&B as much as his own contemporary variations on new wave and psychedelic rock, Mahal shows Bear hasn’t lost his edge.
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Concerts

Tuesday, May 17, 2022
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Paul McCartney twists, shouts at Oakland Arena for ‘Got Back’ tour

Intertwining intimate memories with hits from his extensive discography, McCartney evoked the delight of the empyrean May 6 at Oakland Arena.
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Concerts

Friday, May 13, 2022
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Folk rock group Big Thief stuns Fox Theater with stimulating stamina

Big Thief transported its Bay-Area-hailing fans to the wooden Catskills home recording studio where its past albums magically came into fruition.
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Music

Wednesday, May 11, 2022
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Jhené Aiko, Summer Walker, more artists sparkle at Sol Blume 2022

With a little faith, trust and “Pu$$y Fairy” dust, the festival seamlessly celebrated the multi-hued brilliance of contemporary R&B and rap’s best acts.
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Concerts

Tuesday, May 10, 2022

Timeless musical revelry by Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles won’t let you down

The Beatles’ beloved music has successfully transcended generations, and Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles is helping keep their flourishing legacy alive.
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Album Reviews

Friday, May 6, 2022
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‘Ramona Park Broke My Heart’ stuns as Vince Staples’ autobiographical masterpiece

Sharp and transparent, the album radiates a California nonchalantness with astute lyricism.
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Concerts

Thursday, May 5, 2022
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Girl in Red surfs wave of euphoria at Regency Ballroom

Sprinting from side to side of the stage, girl in red entranced the crowd, fueling concertgoers with dynamic zest.
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