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Events for June 2026

Name: Happy 4th of July – No live music
Start: 2026-07-04T00:00:00-07:00
End: 2026-07-04T23:59:59-07:00
Location: Humphreys Backstage Live

Happy Hour Daily 4pm - 6pm, Excludes Concert Nights and Holidays

Calendar of Events

Calendar of Events
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	1	2 Song & Salt 6:00 pm jam $5 cover Song & Salt June 2 @ 6:00 pm Genre: jam $5 cover Song and Salt is a unique musical collective that blends the spiritual with the secular, seamlessly fusing genres like reggae, hip-hop, prog rock, and jam band influences. Their sound is characterized by rich vocal harmonies, driving guitar and percusion.	3 The Water Spots 6:00 pm Jam Band $5 cover The Water Spots June 3 @ 6:00 pm Genre: Jam Band $5 cover http://www.thewaterspots.com	4 Blue Healers 6:00 pm $5 cover Blue Healers June 4 @ 6:00 pm Genre: $5 cover Blue Healers is a roots music duo who incorporate elements of blues and folk with aural landscapes. Voted Best Duo, Female Vocalist 2025, 2024 and New Band 2024 by The Washington Blues Society. They released the album Transmissions in 2023 and the EP Astro Blues in 2024. Don Forsyth is an innovative guitarist with deep blues influences and an unconventional expansive and expressive style. Diane Forsyth is a singer and bass playing songwriter with soul, folk, country and interstellar influences.	5 Michele Lundeen 5:00 pm Blues $5 cover Michele Lundeen June 5 @ 5:00 pm Genre: Blues $5 cover The “Queen of Steam” …a passionate, powerful, soulful vocalist with an electrifying stage presence! Nominated 12x “BEST BLUES” San Diego Music Awards “BES SELF-PRODUCED CD” Final 4 Blues Foundation Int’l Blues Challenge • NOMINATED “BEST BLUES ALBUM” San Diego Music Awards • 1st PLACE Blues Lovers United of San Diego’s Regional IBC Michele Lundeen, a 12x San Diego Music Awards “Best Blues” Nominee, is dubbed the “QUEEN OF STEAM” for her stirring vocals and electrifying stage presence and does indeed command attention. With powerhouse, soulful vocals and sassy, hi-energy shows. she delivers with an incomparable style of her own. She and her band effortlessly blend classic roadhouse rhythm & blues, jump swing, Memphis groove, sultry jazz and funky soul into a satisfying musical stew. She’s raw, honest and visceral. her CD SONG INSIDE ME was also one of the Final 4 “Best Self-Produced CD” in Blues Foundation’s International Blues Challenge. An established, popular and respected veteran of the club, concert and festival circuit in both Northen Nevada and Southern California, Michele has shared stages with dozens o f nationally known blues and roots artists from John Lee Hooker to Elvin Bishop and Savoy Brown to Queen Ida, while gaining a reputation as a talented headliner in her own right. http://www.michelelundeen.com/ Maverick 8:00 pm 80's New Wave / Rock / Dance Party $15 cover Maverick June 5 @ 8:00 pm Genre: 80's New Wave / Rock / Dance Party $15 cover The 80s — But Not the Obvious Ones. Maverick is San Diego’s alternative 80s live experience — built around the sound that defined late-night radio, underground clubs, and neon-lit dance floors.	6 Memphis Soul Revue 5:00 pm Soul and Funk $5 cover Memphis Soul Revue June 6 @ 5:00 pm Genre: Soul and Funk $5 cover Memphis Soul Revue of San Diego is a powerhouse of seasoned, professional musicians united by one mission: bringing the electrifying, sultry, and irresistably dance-worthy sound of Classic Soul back to Southern California. From the golden eras of Motown, Stax, Muscle Shoals, and vintage R&B, we channel the spirit, swagger and authenticity of a music that defined generations. Rising Star 8:00 pm Dance $15 cover Rising Star June 6 @ 8:00 pm Genre: Dance $15 cover Rising Star band is a 7 member cover band from San Diego playing popular party club hits from the 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and today. The Risingstarband incorporates “live” horns and 4 part harmonize all in a NON-STOP high energy chorographic performance. https://www.risingstarbandsd.com
7 Smooth Operator – Tribute to Sade 6:00 pm Smooth Jazz $Ticketmaster cover Smooth Operator – Tribute to Sade June 7 @ 6:00 pm Genre: Smooth Jazz $Ticketmaster cover Ticket Link	8 Bill Magee 5:00 pm Blues $5 cover Bill Magee June 8 @ 5:00 pm Genre: Blues $5 cover Home – Bill Magee Blues – Lowdown Dirty Blues Jimi Hendrix was playing as Jimmy James… when Willie (Bill) Magee met, befriended and eventually joined up with Hendrix to form the band “Jimmy James and the Flames.” In 1967, Hendrix went to England, and Magee took his newly formed band, the “Kansas City Playboys” on a tour around Europe. The rest is history…now after a brief hiatus Bill Magee has felt the pull of the blues once again and come out of retirement. Catch a performance of his and see the best of Southern Blues music. Nowadays, Bill Magee is one of San Diego, California’s busiest working musicians. He can be seen around the greater San Diego Area on a regular basis and throughout the Southwest and beyond!	9 Hugh Gaskins & The Geoff Corey 5 6:00 pm Blues $5 cover Hugh Gaskins & The Geoff Corey 5 June 9 @ 6:00 pm Genre: Blues $5 cover Hugh Gaskins has released 5 albums and is a many time SD Music Award Nominee. We play High Energy, very danceable Classic Rock,Jazz& Blues.	10 Concert Night Concert Night June 10 Genre: One Of The Good Ones 8:00 pm $5 cover One Of The Good Ones June 10 @ 8:00 pm Genre: $5 cover One of the Good Ones is a high energy, interactive cover band comprised of top notch musicians.	11 Linda Berry Band 5:00 pm Rock/Funk/Blues $5 cover Linda Berry Band June 11 @ 5:00 pm Genre: Rock/Funk/Blues $5 cover	12 Honey Bee’s 5:00 pm Jazz $5 cover Honey Bee’s June 12 @ 5:00 pm Genre: Jazz $5 cover Jazz quartet we featuring STEVE HOSHKO (Ass Pocket Whiskey Fellas, Jazz Pocket Swing) on stand-up bass and vocals, PETER ARCIDIACANO (Rolling Heartbreakers, Jazz Pocket Swing) on tenor sax, MIKE MASESSA (Big Band Express, Jazz Pocket Swing) on drums, FRANK SCIUTO (Jazz Pocket Swing) on piano/organ and CAMILLE SALLAVE on vocals! Everything from Nat King Cole, Bonnie Raitt, Diana Krall, Carole King, Stevie Wonder, Ella Fitzgerald, Sara Vaughan and the Best of Bepop! Listen or dance! Summer of Love 8:00 pm 60's/70's/80s historical tribute $15 cover Summer of Love June 12 @ 8:00 pm Genre: 60's/70's/80s historical tribute $15 cover Summer of Love is the 1960’s ’70s and ’80s Rock ‘n Roll Experience. More than a band that pays tribute to a single act but a tribute to the golden age of popular music. We absolutely love what we do and it shows! Summer of Love Band begins the evening with the 1960’s Woodstock set of music with tie-dye outfits and music to match. Our second set features the influence of the 1970’s “Disco generation” with authentic polyester-style outfits. The last set is our anything goes 1980’s music and costumes!!!	13 Hep Tights 5:00 pm Blues $5 cover Hep Tights June 13 @ 5:00 pm Genre: Blues $5 cover greasy blues and rockin’ rhythms Summer Breeze 8:00 pm Yacht Rock $15 cover Summer Breeze June 13 @ 8:00 pm Genre: Yacht Rock $15 cover
14 Eugenie Jones 6:00 pm Jazz $Ticketmaster cover Eugenie Jones June 14 @ 6:00 pm Genre: Jazz $Ticketmaster cover Ticket Link Enjoy world-class artistry as Eugenie Jones, praised by Paris Move magazine as “one of the most beautiful voices in the United States,” takes the stage at Humphreys Backstage Live on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at 8PM. For one night only, enjoy an evening of reimagined jazz classics, groove-infused originals, and vintage soul. Fresh off her recent album EUGENIE—named Vocal Jazz Album of the Year by Paris Move—Jones brings her signature “smoke and satin” vocals and electric stage presence to Humphreys for an unforgettable night of music. Known for her “warm, husky vibrato,” she weaves a narrative tapestry of love and resilience, balanced with universal charm and deep artistic tradition. Hosted by John Phillips, this special performance features a top-tier San Diego-based line-up including Danny Green (piano), Justin Grinnell (bass), and Richard Sellers (drums). Don’t miss this chance to hear this incredible vocalist who “dazzles with sheer talent, elevating everything she touches.” Listen now at: ffm.to/eugeniejonesmusic. microphone.	15 BJ Jezbera 8:00 am Acoustic $5 cover BJ Jezbera June 15 @ 8:00 am Genre: Acoustic $5 cover BJ Jezbera is a singer/songwriter from Chula Vista California with diverse influences. An edgy take to folk music and pop-punk, BJ mixes influences from all genres and crafts an honest style of songwriting. Performing both solo acoustic or full band, BJ Jezbera always brings the party: with jokes, original songs, and covers that you’ll be excited to sing along with.	16 Chickenbone Slim 8:00 pm Blues $5 cover Chickenbone Slim June 16 @ 8:00 pm Genre: Blues $5 cover Chickenbone Slim has been deeply rooted in the San Diego Blues scene for 30 years, first as a bassist, and since 2011 as a guitarist, vocalist and bandleader. His sound is reminiscent of Johnny “Guitar” Watson in the Third Ward of Houston circa 1964–Chicago/Texas/Gulf Coast/Uptown Blues with an authentic 1950’s to 1960’s vibe. By mixing original blues and swing music with traditional covers, Chickenbone’s shows are greasy, down-home, and entertaining, keeping the dance floor packed all night. Chickenbone has been serving up his style of Blues throughout the Western U.S. to audiences hungry for the real deal. Since he formed the band in 2012, Chickenbone has played over 1,500 performances, from the San Diego Blues Festival (2018), Gator By The Bay, Adams Ave Street Fair and Unplugged, and on tour throughout CA and AZ. His newest CD, “Sleeper” (Lo Fi Mob Records ©2020) features ten all original modern blues songs that are soulful and unique, while adhering to authentic classic blues style. Recorded at Greaseland Studios by Christoffer “Kid” Andersen, the disc balances on the line between originality and creativity with a deep understanding and respect for blues styles and history. Along with its predecessors, “Gone” (2015) and “The Big Beat” (2017), Sleeper is picking up rave reviews nationally, and internationally. Chickenbone’s band, known as “The Biscuits”, is made up of top local and touring San Diego Blues musicians including Scot Smart or Laura Chavez on guitar, Marty Dodson on drums, and Andrew Crane on bass. Special guests on “Sleeper” include Joey Harris (guitar/vocal), Jerry Rainey (guitar/vocal), and Troy Sandow (harmonica). Chickenbone doesn’t like to name drop, but looking up his players will attest to their level of musicianship. https://chickenboneslim.com/	17 Randi Driscoll’s Jingle Jam 6:00 pm Americana $www.ticketmaster.com cover Randi Driscoll’s Jingle Jam June 17 @ 6:00 pm Genre: Americana $www.ticketmaster.com cover Ticket Link Award Winning Singer/ Songwriter Randi Driscoll returns to San Diego, to host her “Jingle in June”, a one night event featuring Randi and her musical partner, Noah Heldman, along with performances by Grammy Winner, Larry Mitchell, and local favorites, Tim Flannery, Lisa Sanders, Taylin Rae and More. Much like her popular “Jingle Jam” in December, the night will be full of original music and covers, sprinkled with a few fun takes on holiday favorites.	18 T.A. Tomlinson & Company 6:00 pm Blues $5 cover T.A. Tomlinson & Company June 18 @ 6:00 pm Genre: Blues $5 cover T.A. Tomlinson & Co. is a San Diego based blues band led by blues guitarist Tony Tomlinson.	19 The Party Crashers 5:00 pm Classic Rock $5 cover The Party Crashers June 19 @ 5:00 pm Genre: Classic Rock $5 cover Toga Party Band 8:00 pm Rock Dance Party $15 cover Toga Party Band June 19 @ 8:00 pm Genre: Rock Dance Party $15 cover Toga Party Band	20 Manzanita Blues Band 5:00 pm Rockin' Blues $5 cover Manzanita Blues Band June 20 @ 5:00 pm Genre: Rockin' Blues $5 cover Groove Squad 8:00 pm Dance $15 cover Groove Squad June 20 @ 8:00 pm Genre: Dance $15 cover Webpage THE GROOVE-SQUAD is one of the hottest rising bands in San Diego. Giving you Funk, R&B, Soul and Motown sounds, it’s a good time anywhere they are!
21 Father’s Day Jazz Festival 6:00 pm Smooth Jazz $Ticketmaster cover Father’s Day Jazz Festival June 21 @ 6:00 pm Genre: Smooth Jazz $Ticketmaster cover Ticket Link Roger Friend hosting all star cast of jazz muscians. Roger Friend’s musical career spans over 4 decades of diverse experience. Touring in more than 100 countries, with elements of all origins has given him vast international musical experience. He is a high level, multi-faceted drummer and percussionist.	22	23 Concert Night Concert Night June 23 Genre: Pocket Change 8:00 pm Jazz Fusion $5 cover Pocket Change June 23 @ 8:00 pm Genre: Jazz Fusion $5 cover Three-piece jazz-fusion band out of San Diego, California	24 Blue Four 6:00 pm Blues $5 cover Blue Four June 24 @ 6:00 pm Genre: Blues $5 cover Chris James and Patrick Rynn are at the forefront of today’s traditional Blues movement. They’ve been playing together since 1990, proudly dedicating their musical collaboration to the high-energy sound of real, unadulterated Chicago Blues. They lead their own widely acclaimed band, and have toured the world playing behind some of the greatest Blues legends in the field. 36 years of playing Blues as an indivisible duo has made guitarist Chris James and bassist Patrick Rynn one of the tightest, most satisfying units working in the genre today. Chris and Patrick are the real deal, whether delving bone-deep into slashing electric Chicago blues classics, cooking up their own meaty originals, or making the occasional foray into acoustic material. James’ vocals ring with ferocity, his fretwork never less than immaculate. Nominated for no less than 13 BMAs as bassist of the year, Patrick lays down grooves as deep as they are subtle; he’s the definition of rock-solid. Chris and Patrick have honed their deeply resonant traditional sound to the proverbial razor’s edge. Their telepathic interplay always in evidence whether they’re onstage or in the studio.	25 Jeff Ousley’s Live Music Showcase 6:00 pm $5 cover Jeff Ousley’s Live Music Showcase June 25 @ 6:00 pm Genre: $5 cover Get your groove on ~ Hone your craft ~ Share your talent ~ Network and support your local music community!	26 Concert Night Concert Night June 26 Genre: Steal Dawn 6:00 pm 80's Dance Party $15 cover Steal Dawn June 26 @ 6:00 pm Genre: 80's Dance Party $15 cover http://www.stealdawn.com/ STEAL DAWN has been performing over 32 YEARS in clubs, corporate events, & private parties. Playing the Best Top 40 from Last 40+ Years! Band is: Robert Adams (Vox/Guitar), Andrew Frangos (Guitar/Vox), Phil Varela (Bass/Vox) and Jerry Schoen (Drums/Vox).	27 Boogie Down Band 5:00 pm $5 cover Boogie Down Band June 27 @ 5:00 pm Genre: $5 cover San Diego’s Hottest Disco Band Let’s get funked up!! Totally 80’s 8:00 pm 80's Dance Party $15 cover Totally 80’s June 27 @ 8:00 pm Genre: 80's Dance Party $15 cover
28 Darryl WIlliams 6:00 pm National Recording Artist $www.ticketmaster.com cover Darryl WIlliams June 28 @ 6:00 pm Genre: National Recording Artist $www.ticketmaster.com cover Ticket Link Williams was a teenager when he opened for R&B acts Lakeside and Al Green along with gospel legend Shirley Caesar. After studying jazz at San Diego State University, Williams went from regular gigs backing many of San Diego’s most prominent homegrown talent to the neon lights of the Las Vegas strip where he accompanied such nationally-renowned headliners as Clint Holmes, Angela Bofill, Tevin Campbell, Howard Hewett and Keith Washington, and did a road stint with Chaka Khan. After moving back to California in 2008, Williams dropped his debut album, “That Was Then,” garnering praise from JazzTimes and national airplay on SiriusXM. He has become a fixture on the smooth/contemporary jazz scene where he has shared the stage with the genre’s heavy hitters: Richard Elliot, Peter White, Gerald Albright, Mindi Abair, Brenda Russell, Darren Rahn, Jessy J, Everette Harp and Jeff Kashiwa. He has also recorded with Jackiem Joyner, Blake Aaron, Nils Jiptner, U-Nam and Kay-Ta Matsuno. https://darrylwilliamsmusic.com/	29	30 Blind Miles Blues 6:00 pm Blues $5 cover Blind Miles Blues June 30 @ 6:00 pm Genre: Blues $5 cover Blind Miles Blues delivers an authentic and energetic interpretation of blues classics. Song list includes covers by artists such as Freddie King, Eric Clapton, Robert Johnson, Derek Trucks, Albert King, Allman Brothers, and more. Based out of San Diego, this 5-piece band connects with the crowd and shares foot stomping rhythms and slow rolling songs to create the perfect vibe for any venue. If you love soaring vocals, heartfelt harmonica and mesmerizing guitar, Blind Miles Blues is a band you don’t want to miss!