SF Bay Area Live Music

Backline Chat w/Aimee Bolter Campbell, Host of Dala's House Concerts

SF Bay Area Live Music had the opportunity to interview Aimée Bolter Campbell, a Bay Area vocalist and the Host and Founder of Dala’s Nest House Concerts. Each event is characterized by an acoustic concert held in a garden setting. In this episode, Aimée discusses the origins of the house concert concept and her extensive involvement in the San Francisco music scene. Since 2014, Dala’s Nest has hosted house concerts featuring 80+ artists from various regions, predominantly original songwriters, including both local and touring artists. Dala’s Nest concerts attract listeners and musicians with diverse tastes. Each concert fosters interaction between the artists and guests, providing guests with the chance to meet the musicians. Designated as a “micro-venue,” the seating arrangement accommodates 30 individuals, requesting a $25 donation per guest, which is directly contributed to the artists. Dala’s Nest operates as a self-funded non-profit seasonal initiative dedicated to strengthening community through music. Listed below are a few of the upcoming artists. For the full 2025 calendar, concert details, reviews and articles, visit: www.dalasnesthouseconcerts.com [http://www.dalasnesthouseconcerts.com] May 18, 2025 - Dirty Cello Duo - https://dirtycello.com [https://dirtycello.com/] Jun 22, 2025 - SR Laws - https://www.srlawsmusic.com/ [https://www.srlawsmusic.com/] Jul 13, 2025 - Four Shillings Short - https://4shillingsshort.com/home [https://4shillingsshort.com/home] Podcast link: https://sfbayarealivemusic.buzzsprout.com/ [https://sfbayarealivemusic.buzzsprout.com/] Website link: www.sanfranciscobayarealivemusic.com [http://www.sanfranciscobayarealivemusic.com]  It’s all about the music!

Backline Chat w/Brian Kramer - Blues Musician, International Jam Host and Artist

In this episode, our first international podcast, I chatted with musician and artist Brian Kramer. Brian is the artist of the SF BAY AREA LIVE MUSIC logo. During our chat we spoke of how we met, the development of the logo, Brian’s extensive art portfolio, his international blues music jam (which he has hosted for 27 years), and spirituality. Brian's artistic style is engaging, fun, happy and a bit whimsical, which aligns well with our brand. Originally from Brooklyn, Brian currently resides in Stockholm, Sweden. He has been playing blues guitar and developing his artistic style since his teenage years. His creative journey began in the 1990s interacting with legendary blues musicians such as Buddy Guy and Junior Wells. A few years later, Junior Wells joined Brian on his first record, Brian Kramer and the Blues Masters featuring Junior Wells, Win or Lose. Throughout this period, he toured extensively and remained a prominent figure within the New York club scene, frequently performing with the renowned blues musician Larry Johnson. Brian collaborated with internationally acclaimed artist Eric Bibb on four successful world tours. Plus shared the stage, and recorded with legendary artists such as Taj Mahal, Toumani Diabate, Bob Brozman, Alvin Youngblood Hart, Robin Ford, Bobby Rush, Cory Harris, John Mayall, Sven Zetterberg, Jimmy Dawkins, and many others. I hope you enjoy this episode of Backline Chat.  Refer to our website for more information about our music community. www.sanfranciscobayarealivemusic.com Find Brian online!   I included social media links, and those mentioned in the podcast. Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/briankramerart] Brian Kramer - YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/user/kramerblues] Eric Bibb & Lilly James https://youtu.be/jHDpazQ45K0?si=AZeuGqqo5OCnyobN [https://youtu.be/jHDpazQ45K0?si=AZeuGqqo5OCnyobN]   Eric Bibb Merchandise - www.ericbibb.com/product-page/banjo-man www.thecountryblues.com/brian-kramers-blues-art/ Isabella Lundgren & Brian Kramer  Out of the Bell Jar (2020 Grammy nomination) https://youtu.be/ac_oMbMYinM?si=D7ainbLK8v67cuvo It’s all about the music!

Backline Chat w/ Kimberlye Gold - Singer/Songwriter, Actor, Journalist

This episode highlights local singer-songwriter Kimberlye Gold.  The music scene has been integral to Kimberlye's life since childhood, starting with singing in musicals, moving on to playing in cover bands, and eventually showcasing her own music.  Throughout her journey in LA, NY, and Nashville, she encountered numerous well-known musicians and celebrities.  I invite you to listen to Kimberlye's tales about her friendship with Huey Lewis, performing for Diana Ross and Gene Simmons in LA (while working as a singing waitress), sharing the stage with Richard Marx, opening act for Tower of Power, working with Ben Fong-Torres of Rolling Stone Magazine fame, interviewed Paul Rogers of Bad Company as well as, comedian Richard Lewis, collaborated with Tom Politzer of Tower of Power, and musician-producer Jimmy Goings. In addition to being a singer/songwriter, she has worked as an actor for the Investigation Discovery Network, a singing telegram artist, and a journalist for the San Francisco Herald.  Kimberlye has experienced many different lives and has numerous stories about being "almost famous." www.kimberlyegold.com www.sanfranciscoherald.net/SF_Herald/columnists/gold/gold-07-01.html https://m.imdb.com/title/tt2196988/ https://m.imdb.com/title/tt2401901/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk ------------------------------------------ Visit our website for more information of our FREE services, and links to our YouTube channel, podcast and social media platforms. We are actively seeking industry personnel and local musicians for an upcoming episode on our podcast. www.sanfranciscobayarealivemusic.com It’s all about the music!

Backline Chat w/ Sherri Jones - DJ @ KZSU 90.1 Stanford

I am excited to share with you this episode. My chat with local blues DJ, Sherri Jones, reveals her passion for blues music, music in general, and her journey through life, which led her to work with John Lee Hooker and community radio in the SF Bay Area. In addition to her vast knowledge of the local blues scene, Miss Jones has a deep understanding of the national blues scene.  Additionally, she serves on the executive board of the John Lee Hooker Foundation and the Fountain Blues Festival, which both strive to promote the blues and work within the community mentoring school-age musicians. Let's take a listen. You can catch her show on-the-dial, or online.  90.1 KZSU Stanford No One Gets Out of These Blues Alive! Wednesday 6:00-8:00pm KZSU Stanford 90.1 FM [https://kzsu.stanford.edu/] ----------------------------------------- You can find more about SF Bay Area Live Music through our website and associated platforms, all links listed on website.  YouTube, Meta, TikTok  www.sanfranciscobayarealivemusic.com It’s all about the music!

What's Going On? A quick message from Monique Lisa

Hey Friends,  I want to share with you what we have been doing lately.  So, take a listen, and don't forget to follow us on our social media platforms. You can find the links on our website.  www.sanfranciscobayarealivemusic.com Note:  I have an in-home studio, in my kitchen, and with that you will hear my pup bark a couple times...adding to our downhome feel.   Thank you for your support. :-) It’s all about the music!