"E.G. Phillips' playfully named Ducks with Pants brings both wit and whimsy to the stage... much like his song "Settin' my own pace", Ducks With Pants march to their own delightful drum."
- Annie Bacon, the Bay Bridged
- Annie Bacon, the Bay Bridged
First Fridays at Bazaar
Below are upcoming shows E.G. Phillips is hosting at Bazaar Cafe (5927 California St in San Francisco) as part of his ongoing monthly residency shows he hosting on (typically) First Fridays. E.G is inviting artists from around the Bay Area to perform as part of shows, each of which is given a theme to whet your appetite and entice you into join the proceedings.
October 4th, 2024
"Love Songs" with Mardi Morillo and Alex Walsh
"Love Songs" with Mardi Morillo and Alex Walsh
For his first First Friday show E.G. Phillips invites songwriters Mardi Morillo and Alex Walsh for a tribute to one of the most ubiquitous and universal forms of popular song — the “Love Song” — through what exactly constitutes a song that fits that billing may be open to “interpretation.”
After losing vision in one eye, Mardi Morillo quit his job and found music. He started writing songs and it changed his life. After being someone who was isolated and closed off. Mardi describes his songs as “my heart on a table.” He tries to make simple music from an honest emotional place that, hopefully, people can connect with.
http://facebook.com/mardimusic
http://instagram.com/mardimorillo
Singer-songwriter Alex Walsh has been a musical mainstay in the Bay Area for over 3 decades, known for his unique blend of folk rock and indie pop. Alex has captivated a diverse and growing global fanbase through over 10 records and 20 singles to date — collaborating with Grammy-winning engineers, playing at local institutions, and singing truth to power at 20,000 person protests on the Capitol's steps along the way.
https://www.instagram.com/awmusicsf/
https://www.facebook.com/AlexWalshMusician
After losing vision in one eye, Mardi Morillo quit his job and found music. He started writing songs and it changed his life. After being someone who was isolated and closed off. Mardi describes his songs as “my heart on a table.” He tries to make simple music from an honest emotional place that, hopefully, people can connect with.
http://facebook.com/mardimusic
http://instagram.com/mardimorillo
Singer-songwriter Alex Walsh has been a musical mainstay in the Bay Area for over 3 decades, known for his unique blend of folk rock and indie pop. Alex has captivated a diverse and growing global fanbase through over 10 records and 20 singles to date — collaborating with Grammy-winning engineers, playing at local institutions, and singing truth to power at 20,000 person protests on the Capitol's steps along the way.
https://www.instagram.com/awmusicsf/
https://www.facebook.com/AlexWalshMusician
November 1st, 2024
"Alternative Americana" with Me & Louise and Tin Can Telephone
"Alternative Americana" with Me & Louise and Tin Can Telephone
Gritty, Soulful, and Raw Ballads and Reflections
Combining elements of traditional Americana music with alternative rock, folk, and country, the lyrics of this sub-genre often focus on themes of love, loss, and nostalgia while the music often has a melancholic, introspective feel. Think Wilco, Ryan Adams, and The Avett Brothers.
Me & Louise is the genre-defying band formed by bird serenader Louise Nalbandian and Ben Osheroff with his ominous visions. Rooted in American songwriting traditions and centered around the piano, their songs range from heartfelt love ballads to apocalyptic cinematic madness. You might compare them to Eels, St. Vincent, Lady Gaga, or Leonard Cohen.
https://www.facebook.com/meandlouisemusic/
https://meandlouise.com/
Tin Can Telephone is an alt rock group from San Francisco, CA, comprised of Josh Klag, Lenny Soule-Siler, and Ajay Subramanian, who met at a bar cheering for [redacted football team that might have won Super Bowl LVIII.] They’re known for moody originals and are yet to write a happy song. Their sound is inspired by Phoebe Bridgers, Alannis Morissette, and Olivia Rodrigo. Currently, Tin Can Telephone is working on their first album titled “Gut Punch” and will release their debut single this fall.
https://www.instagram.com/tincantelephonemusic/
Combining elements of traditional Americana music with alternative rock, folk, and country, the lyrics of this sub-genre often focus on themes of love, loss, and nostalgia while the music often has a melancholic, introspective feel. Think Wilco, Ryan Adams, and The Avett Brothers.
Me & Louise is the genre-defying band formed by bird serenader Louise Nalbandian and Ben Osheroff with his ominous visions. Rooted in American songwriting traditions and centered around the piano, their songs range from heartfelt love ballads to apocalyptic cinematic madness. You might compare them to Eels, St. Vincent, Lady Gaga, or Leonard Cohen.
https://www.facebook.com/meandlouisemusic/
https://meandlouise.com/
Tin Can Telephone is an alt rock group from San Francisco, CA, comprised of Josh Klag, Lenny Soule-Siler, and Ajay Subramanian, who met at a bar cheering for [redacted football team that might have won Super Bowl LVIII.] They’re known for moody originals and are yet to write a happy song. Their sound is inspired by Phoebe Bridgers, Alannis Morissette, and Olivia Rodrigo. Currently, Tin Can Telephone is working on their first album titled “Gut Punch” and will release their debut single this fall.
https://www.instagram.com/tincantelephonemusic/
December 6th, 2024
"The Ethereal" with Esther Young and Eli Wise
"The Ethereal" with Esther Young and Eli Wise
Songs of Delicate and Otherworldly Beauty
Step into a soundscape of singer-songwriter performances where soulful lyrics meet dreamy melodies.
Esther Young writes songs to radiate some beauty out of the chaos in her world. An avid reader with more dreams than hands to carry them all, she’s been creating these little worlds since she was a little girl. She has a songwriting kinship with the likes of Wolf Alice and St. Vincent and she’s a fan of horror soundtracks by the Newton Brothers.
https://www.facebook.com/esther.young.940
https://www.instagram.com/eestarrious/
Eli Wise is a singer/songwriter based in Oakland, Ca. He is a passionate live performer and a skilled composer. He has focused past 10 years of his life as a youth educator. His artistic endeavors could be described as mythology set to music and features vocal harmonies, ethereal guitars, and driving rhythms. Great for fans of Wilco, Bright Eyes, and Stephen Malkmus.
https://www.instagram.com/eliwisemusic/
http://www.eliwise.com/
Step into a soundscape of singer-songwriter performances where soulful lyrics meet dreamy melodies.
Esther Young writes songs to radiate some beauty out of the chaos in her world. An avid reader with more dreams than hands to carry them all, she’s been creating these little worlds since she was a little girl. She has a songwriting kinship with the likes of Wolf Alice and St. Vincent and she’s a fan of horror soundtracks by the Newton Brothers.
https://www.facebook.com/esther.young.940
https://www.instagram.com/eestarrious/
Eli Wise is a singer/songwriter based in Oakland, Ca. He is a passionate live performer and a skilled composer. He has focused past 10 years of his life as a youth educator. His artistic endeavors could be described as mythology set to music and features vocal harmonies, ethereal guitars, and driving rhythms. Great for fans of Wilco, Bright Eyes, and Stephen Malkmus.
https://www.instagram.com/eliwisemusic/
http://www.eliwise.com/