Brian Auger: Bumpin’ The B at Yoshi’s
Brian Auger, the legendary British B-3 and keyboard player, returned to the Bay Area for a one-night gig with Alex Ligertwood, Santana’s former lead vocalist (1980-1998). The combination was extraordinary.
Bettye LaVette: Raisin’ Hell In Oakland
The 68-year-old Detroit-raised soul singer howled, strutted, and delivered a powerhouse performance tonight at Yoshi’s. She’s an “overnight sensation,” but jokingly told the audience that it took her 52 years to get there.