Classic, popular, and contemporary artists will be performing in Oakland’s premier jazz venue, Yoshi’s Jazz Club in Jack London Square. This cross between a nightclub and restaurant has a reputation for hosting the best acts when they visit California while serving exquisite Japanese cuisine. Check out these five upcoming concerts in Oakland.

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The Spinners: August 26-28 at Yoshi’s

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This Motown quintet has captured the hearts of audiences around the world with its legendary R&B vocals. Although only one original member survives, Henry Lee Fambrough is just as vigorous as he was in his prime. These days, he performs with Jessie Robert Peck and Marvin Taylor (joined 2009), Ronnie Moss (joined 2013), and C.J. Jefferson (joined 2020) to form the iconic five-piece band.

Keith Ferguson also joins the act onstage as a keyboardist and musical director. In his career, he has worked with countless renowned artists, including Anita Baker, Jennifer Holliday (Dreamgirls), and Mary Wilson (from the Supremes). Having worked with legends in the industry, you can expect an excellent show to cap your summer in Oakland.

The Spinners will be performing six shows on three different nights. How could you let them get away? Grab your tickets now while they’ll be around the city!

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Peabo Bryson: September 15-17 at Yoshi’s

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You'll be glad you found out that Peabo Bryson is performing live in Oakland. With 20 albums and two Grammy Awards under his belt, he’s established himself among the premier contemporary male vocalists of the past 25 years. Adults and kids alike will recognize his voice in the classic Disney songs “Beauty and the Beast” and “A Whole New World.”

Throughout his musical career spanning over five decades, he’s recorded several romantic love songs and duets. Some iconic names he’s collaborated with include, Roberta Flack, Natalie Cole, Minnie Riperton, Chaka Khan, and Lea Salonga. He dominates R&B and soul as the first music artist in history to have multiple records top separate charts. Oakland natives and visitors can experience the magic of his voice in person this fall.

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Shawn Mendes: September 17 at Oakland Arena

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Tell me, “why are [you] wasting time on all your wasted crying” when you can see Shawn Mendes live in Oakland? The Canadian singer-songwriter is taking his latest world tour, “Wonder,” to the largest city of Alameda County, California. With special guest, Canadian singer and dancer Tate McRae, you can expect an energetic performance throughout the night.

Despite being active in the industry for less than a decade, Mendes has won at least 130 awards throughout his career. He is deeply involved in his music as a singer, songwriter, and instrumentalist. Catch him play the piano and guitar in this one-night-only performance at the Oakland Arena!

Here’s a preview of what you could witness in person this summer!

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My Chemical Romance: October 5 at Oakland Arena

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My Chemical Romance truly stuck to their word when they said “can we pretend to leave and then we'll meet again?” The American rock band is making a stop in Oakland as part of their first tour in nine years! They’re back to perform their platinum and gold hits that birthed an entire generation of emo kids.

Known for popularizing the emo subgenre of punk rock music, MCR’s comeback is an opportunity for alternative rock fans to discover and rediscover music that discusses many topics you wouldn’t normally find in the top ten pop hits. Catch them live and witness their theatrical performances that marry rock, metal, and punk music with gothic and horror elements.

MCR will perform one live show at the Oakland Arena. Be sure to grab your tickets as soon as possible to secure your spot on this highly anticipated American comeback tour.

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Death Cab for Cutie: October 23-24 at Fox Theater

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You've got to spend some time, love. You’ve got to spend some time with Death Cab for Cutie! The alternative rock band that established its place in the Y2K indie-rock scene is performing for two nights at the Fox Theater in Oakland. With eight Grammy nominations to their name and a new album coming soon, you can expect nothing short of excellence from this band as they demonstrate what makes them stay relevant.

Music critics describe the band’s sound as a combination of soft, strong, and shimmering sounds. Ther frontman, Ben Gibbard, sings with conviction, reminding audiences of the good old days while giving them hope for the future. Reserve your tickets today and discover a wistful and sensitive side of rock that Death Cab for Cutie masterfully captures.

Here they are performing live in Houston, Texas!

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These concerts are only a handful of the countless events already scheduled for summer and fall in Oakland. After all, Oakland is proud to be one of the most culturally diverse cities in America. It isn’t a surprise that the musical trendsetters and culture-makers always schedule at least one show in the city.

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