Local Scene
BFF.fm DJs and writers report on the Bay Area music scene, from local venues to musicians, artists, and more.
Pleeay Wails With New Single "NO"
By AlexiAn operatic warcry leaps from vocalist Castle's lungs as a snappy snare launches the listener into the chant-like verses of Pleeay's new single "NO". Read More →
BFF Live! @ The Shell: Celebrate Local Music!
By Vivi
DJ for Amor Mio & Member of Marketing Committee
🎶 Join us for LIVE! at The Shell – a FREE, all-ages music event in Golden Gate Park on November 16 with local bands, good vibes, and no tickets needed! 🎸🎤 Read More →
West of Twin Peaks: Kelley Stoltz on "La Fleur"
By Kerri O'Malley
DJ, Board Vice Chair, Co-Chair of Marketing Committee
San Francisco psych-rock legend Kelley Stoltz recently stopped by West of Twin Peaks to chat with MJ about his new record and new role in the local music scene. Read More →
BFF.fm x KQED: Party With A Purpose feat. Family Not A Group
By Kerri O'Malley
DJ, Board Vice Chair, Co-Chair of Marketing Committee
We're co-presenting an event with KQED on September 26 featuring Family Not a Group! Dive into an evening of culture, community and advocacy with us at the KQED Commons. Read More →
Fake Fruit's "Mucho Mistrust" Album Release
By Kiley Stokes
Contributing Writer
Oakland post-punk band Fake Fruit dropped their heavy-hitting album Mucho Mistrust on August 23, and we haven’t stopped listening! BFF.fm volunteer Kiley recently chatted with Ham and Alex about the record. Read More →
Baydream: Andy Pastalaniec of Chime School
By Kerri O'Malley
DJ, Board Vice Chair, Co-Chair of Marketing Committee
Chime School's new record, The Boy Who Ran The Paisley Hotel, is out today! Listen to BFF.fm DJ Apple Gomez interview Andy Pastalaniec about the new music, tonight's release show, and his fave local bands. Read More →
The Canterbury Bells Perform on Hangover Sessions
By Kerri O'Malley
DJ, Board Vice Chair, Co-Chair of Marketing Committee
This morning's episode of Hangover Sessions featured a live performance by The Canterbury Bells, a three-piece musical act, based outta the SF Bay Area. Read More →
WIN TICKETS: Mild Universe at the Independent
By Brandon Paski
Marketing Committee Chair
Enter for a chance to win a pair of tickets to see MILD UNIVERSE, Healing Potpourri, and abracadabra at the Independent on July 26. Find a link to listen to the Mild Universe Baydream interview here, too! Read More →
Daisies Want Me Dead: A BFF.fm Listening Party with Dog Band
By Kerri O'Malley
DJ, Board Vice Chair, Co-Chair of Marketing Committee
Join us for an intimate show + chat with Dog Band on June 24 in the dreamy secret garden at Stable Cafe! Hear songs from the San Francisco band's recent record and enjoy a conversation led by DJ Chelly the Flash. Read More →
BFF.fm x Howdy Gals Present: Sheena Dham Release Party!
By Kerri O'Malley
DJ, Board Vice Chair, Co-Chair of Marketing Committee
Join us on June 14 at Spire the Church for a party celebrating Sheena Dham's new album, Familiarity Heuristic, featuring special guests! Read More →