Hellman Hollow Picnic Area

Fresh off a busy summer of performances across the Bay Area and tour stops in Littleton, Colorado, and Jackson Hole, Wyoming, Wreckless Strangers return this fall with a trio of Northern California shows, highlighted by an appearance at Hardly Strictly Bluegrass in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park on Friday, October 2. Arrow Stage at 3:20 PM

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Wreckless Strangers at Hardly Strictly Bluegrass

Fresh off a busy summer of performances across the Bay Area and tour stops in Littleton, Colorado, and Jackson Hole, Wyoming,...

Golden Gate Park

No band embodies the soul and spirit of Hardly Strictly Bluegrass more directly—or more literally—than Marco and The Polos. On Sunday, October 4 at Hardly Strictly Bluegrass 2026, the beloved Bay Area ensemble will join forces with Hills to Hollers, an East Bay supergroup featuring Barbara Higbie, Vicki Randle, and Laurie Lewis, for a special collaboration celebrating the rich and diverse roots of Americana music.
Evolving over the lifespan of the festival and fronted by the children of founder Warren Hellman, what began as a front-porch jam has grown into a fully formed musical collective characterized by intricate four-part harmonies that blend and resonate the way only family singing can.
Hellman siblings Frances, Marco, Patricia, and Judith perform heartfelt originals interspersed with unexpected folk and rock covers, accompanied by a veteran band featuring fingerstyle guitarist Stevie Coyle, multi-instrumentalist Barbara Higbie, bassist and musical director Joshua Zucker, and vocal director Amber Morris. As comfortable gracing festival stages as they are in intimate listening rooms, the group has established itself as a mainstay of the Bay Area acoustic music scene and a beloved fixture at Hardly Strictly Bluegrass.
Hills to Hollers explores the rich intersection of cultural and musical influences across the spectrum of the American folk tradition. Soulful, explosive, unpredictable, and fun, the group has been featured at the Kate Wolf Music Festival, Wintergrass, and The Freight. Individually, Higbie, Lewis, and Randle have performed on major stages around the world alongside an extraordinary roster of acclaimed artists.
Together, Marco and The Polos and Hills to Hollers promise an unforgettable performance filled with excitement, musical surprises, and a moving exploration of the diverse tapestry upon which American roots music has flourished.

Local Event: Marco and The Polos with Hills to Hollers at Hardly Strictly Bluegrass

Marco and The Polos with Hills to Hollers at...

No band embodies the soul and spirit of Hardly Strictly Bluegrass more directly—or more literally—than Marco and The Polos. On...

Marco and The Polos with Hills to Hollers at Hardly Strictly Bluegrass

The Warfield

GLIDE is thrilled to announce new details for the <a href="https://pro.gofundme.com/event/glide-holiday-jam-2026/e796673" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">2026 GLIDE Holiday Jam: Turn It Up and Turn It Out</a>, headlined by three-time Grammy Award winner, Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame inductee, and recipient of numerous lifetime achievement honors Patti LaBelle. Returning to The Warfield in San Francisco on Thursday, November 5, the GLIDE Holiday Jam will also feature powerhouse vocalist Destani Wolf, traditional Veracruz, Mexico music group Son de Fandango, and the legendary GLIDE Ensemble and The Change Band, led by Zoe Ellis.
For more than 40 years, the GLIDE Holiday Jam has brought together acclaimed artists, community leaders, and supporters for an unforgettable evening of music, inspiration, and hope while raising critical funds for GLIDE's mission of unconditional love, radical inclusion, and social justice. A beloved Bay Area tradition, the GLIDE Holiday Jam is where legendary artists meet everyday heroes, the spirit of the season shines brightest, and the community comes together to support GLIDE's life-changing programs, including meals, housing, recovery, health access, and services for women and families.
Patti LaBelle has captivated audiences for more than six decades with her extraordinary voice, electrifying stage presence, and enduring catalog of hits. Known worldwide as the "Godmother of Soul," she has sold more than 50 million records and remains one of the most celebrated and influential performers in American music.
"It has long been a dream to welcome Patti LaBelle to the GLIDE Holiday Jam stage," said Gina Fromer, President and CEO of GLIDE. "Music has the power to bring people together, inspire hope, and remind us of our shared humanity. Every year, the Holiday Jam harnesses that power to support GLIDE's work serving our neighbors experiencing poverty, homelessness, and crisis. We are honored to celebrate this tradition with an artist whose voice and spirit have touched generations."
Destani Wolf is a powerhouse vocalist known for her genre-defying sound, exceptional vocal range, and authentic songwriting. From performing at age 15 at San Francisco's Great American Music Hall to recording on more than 40 albums and touring internationally as lead vocalist for Cirque du Soleil's BAZZAR, she has developed a distinctive Cali-soul sound shaped by influences ranging from classic soul and Latin music to the Bay Area's vibrant music scene.
Son de Fandango is a traditional music ensemble from southern Veracruz, Mexico, formed in the Bay Area by Claudio Vega and Lolis García. Performing the vibrant Son Jarocho tradition, the group blends rural and urban influences into an energetic celebration of Mexican culture through music, dance, and community.
Since its beginnings on Christmas Day in 1966 with just ten singers and jazz legend John Handy, the GLIDE Ensemble and The Change Band has grown into one of the nation's most celebrated gospel ensembles. The group has performed with artists including Sammy Davis Jr., Leonard Bernstein, Marvin Gaye, Bono, Bobby McFerrin, Maya Angelou, Michael Franti, and Joan Baez. Led by Zoe Ellis, the Ensemble continues its tradition of inspiring audiences through the power of music.
Proceeds from the GLIDE Holiday Jam support GLIDE's comprehensive programs and services, helping thousands of individuals and families each year through meals, housing support, healthcare, recovery services, advocacy, and pathways out of poverty.
Tickets are on sale now at glide.org/holidayjam. Individual tickets are available for $125 and $550 (plus applicable fees), and sponsorship opportunities begin at $2,000. Join the GLIDE mailing list or follow GLIDE on social media for updates and reminders.

Local Event: The 2026 GLIDE Holiday Jam: Turn It Up and Turn It Out

The 2026 GLIDE Holiday Jam: Turn It Up and Turn...

GLIDE is thrilled to announce new details for the 2026 GLIDE Holiday Jam: Turn It Up and Turn It Out, headlined by three-time...

The 2026 GLIDE Holiday Jam: Turn It Up and Turn It Out

Rancho Nicasio

$30 (admission only–dinner not included) Tickets can be purchased and dinner reservations made at <a href="https://ranchonicasio.com/events/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">ranchonicasio.com/events/</a>Wreckless Strangers is a collective of friends and musicians carrying the torch for San Francisco’s grand rock ‘n’ roll tradition. Their unique blend of “Ameri-Cali Soul” melds the contemporary blues stylings of Bonnie Raitt and Boz Scaggs; the songwriting sensibilities of Sons of Champlin and Fleetwood Mac; the swashbuckling Americana of the Lost Planet Airmen and Peter Rowan; and the funk of Sly Stone and Tower of Power with a dash of Grateful Dead and Jefferson Airplane for flavor and unpredictability. With soaring vocal harmonies and burning instrumental improvisation, framed by concise, poignant original songwriting, Wreckless Strangers seek to honor and carry forth the brand of free-spirited musical fun and adventure that defines the Bay Area.&nbsp;
The band features Amber Morris on lead vocals; David Noble on lead guitar and lead vocals; Joshua Zucker on bass and vocals; Mick Hellman on drums and vocals; Rob Anderson on guitar and vocals; and Fletcher Nielsen on keys.&nbsp;
Dirty Souls is the band’s third studio outing under the tutelage of Grammy-winning producer Dave Way, who fosters a level of depth and organic cohesion that firmly establishes Wreckless Strangers in San Francisco’s storied rock ’n’ roll legacy. The songwriting is among their most intimate and personal, exploring themes of relationships, loss, empowerment, and perseverance. Co-lead singers Amber Morris and David Noble function as a single organism, bringing the songs to life with bluesy grit, soul, and humanity bolstered by rock-solid, road-hewn grooves.
Visit <a href="https://wrecklessstrangers.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">WrecklessStrangers.com</a> and follow the band on social media for updates.

Local Event: Wreckless Strangers at Rancho Nicasio

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Wreckless Strangers at Hardly Strictly Bluegrass

OCT

2

3:20 PM

Hellman Hollow Picnic Area, 800 John F Kennedy Dr, SF, CA

Marco and The Polos with Hills to Hollers at Hardly Strictly Bluegrass

OCT

4

1:25 PM

San Francisco, CA

The 2026 GLIDE Holiday Jam: Turn It Up and Turn It Out

NOV

5

5:30 PM

The Warfield, 982 Market St, SF, CA

Wreckless Strangers at Rancho Nicasio

NOV

20

7:00 PM

Rancho Nicasio, 1 Old Rancheria Rd, Nicasio, CA