BOOKS + RECORDS BAR
Bankers Hill
2202 Fourth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101 • (619) 795-1000 • wWW.BooksAndRecordsBar.Com
LIVE MUSIC IN SAN DIEGO
FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS • 7PM - 10PM
Presented by Bardic Management - Curated live music in a warm, intimate setting where craft cocktails, elevated dining, and unforgettable performances come together.
Artist schedules occasionally change due to touring, illness, or availability. Please contact the venue directly to confirm specific performances.
ABOUT BOOKS + RECORDS BAR
A HIDDEN GEM FOR MUSIC & NIGHTLIFE IN BANKERS HILL
Nestled away in the heart of San Diego neighborhood of Bankers Hill, Books + Records Bar blends craft cocktails, elevated dining, and curated live
music into on of the city’s most unique hospitality experiences.
Featuring weekly performances from many of San Diego’s premier jazz, blues, soul, folk, and Americana artists, Books + Records Bar has become a go-to destination for locals and visitors seeking live entertainment in an intimate, elevated setting.
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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT BOOKS + RECORDS BAR
“Great ambiance with delicious food and drinks. The live music on the weekends makes this a great spot for date nights or hangouts!”
— Yelp Review“Excellent customer service, very accommodating and friendly staff. Great Happy Hour. Would definitely recommend and return to experience the live music.”
— OpenTable Review“Great CS old fashioned, love the live music and ambiance”
— Google ReviewUPCOMING LIVE MUSIC EVENTS
Explore upcoming live music events at Books + Records Bar in San Diego’s Bankers Hill Neighborhood, presented by Bardic Management.
Books & Records Bar - Adam Wolff
Wolff’s music contains key elements of excitement and hard-swinging, soulful, creative musical expression. These elements come through in all his performances.
Books & Records Bar - Gypsy Sally
Based out of sunny San Diego, Gypsy Sally is a three piece bluesband that brings the old school feel to the new age from blues, to rock with the occasional Bossa, Latin and Jazz twist.
Books & Records Bar - Danielle Angeloni
Danielle has been singing before she could talk and dancing before she could walk. She writes jazz/pop/soul music reminiscent of artists such as Norah Jones, Emily King, and Lianne la Havas. Coming from a musical family, she’s also heavily influenced by many different styles including jazz, Motown, psychedelic rock, and alternative genres.
Books & Records Bar - Mercedes Moore
2024 San Diego Music Award Winner for Best Jazz Artist, Moore performs regularly with some of Southern California’s premier musicians. The list is endless–Taryn Donath, John Simons, Mark Campbell, Marc Ramos, Tracy Wiebeck, Kurt Kalker, Matt Taylor, Steve Wilcox, Scot Smart, Missy Andersen, Sharifah Muhammad, and Laura Chavez–to name but a few.
Books & Records Bar - Sue Palmer Duo
Known world wide as The Queen of Boogie Woogie, The Sultana of Swing, and The Lady Who Skates on the 88s, Sue Palmer has been a presence on the live music scene in San Diego and the world for over 30 years.
Books & Records Bar - Jenny & The Tramps
Stemming from Southern California, Jenny and the Tramps consists of hardworking musicians from the San Diego music scene. Starting out playing cover songs and entertaining fans for hours on end, they have now come together to write original material.
Books & Records Bar - Kaylee Daugherty
Kaylee Daugherty is an up-and-coming singer in the San Diego jazz scene. With roots in gospel and R&B, her musical interpretations come with soul and passion.
Books & Records Bar - Erika Osuna
Join Erika Osuna at Books & Records for a night of live music
Books & Records Bar - The Garners
“The Garners” is a modern vintage duo/trio that embraces gypsy jazz, 1920’s and 30’s jazz, blues, and folk. They are writers of music as well, and you will find that the inspiration behind their originals comes from these classic eras/genres.
Books & Records Bar - Jenny & The Tramps
Stemming from Southern California, Jenny and the Tramps consists of hardworking musicians from the San Diego music scene. Starting out playing cover songs and entertaining fans for hours on end, they have now come together to write original material.
Books & Records Bar - Diana Ferrer
It’s hard not to let the powerful vocals of Diana Ferrer stop you in your tracks! Diana is a San Diego powerhouse vocalist and longtime performer in the San Diego music scene. Don’t let her petite size fool you… her voice can blow you away in an instant!
Books & Records Bar - Erika Osuna
Join Erika Osuna at Books & Records for a night of live music
Books & Records Bar - Sue Palmer Duo
Known world wide as The Queen of Boogie Woogie, The Sultana of Swing, and The Lady Who Skates on the 88s, Sue Palmer has been a presence on the live music scene in San Diego and the world for over 30 years.
Books & Records Bar - Danielle Angeloni
Danielle has been singing before she could talk and dancing before she could walk. She writes jazz/pop/soul music reminiscent of artists such as Norah Jones, Emily King, and Lianne la Havas. Coming from a musical family, she’s also heavily influenced by many different styles including jazz, Motown, psychedelic rock, and alternative genres.
Books & Records Bar - Adam Wolff
Wolff’s music contains key elements of excitement and hard-swinging, soulful, creative musical expression. These elements come through in all his performances.
Books & Records Bar - Gypsy Sally
Based out of sunny San Diego, Gypsy Sally is a three piece bluesband that brings the old school feel to the new age from blues, to rock with the occasional Bossa, Latin and Jazz twist.
Books & Records Bar - Miranda Ramos Band
Miranda Ramos Band brings powerhouse vocals, polished musicianship, and a modern country edge that turns every stage into an experience. From festivals to local stages, they deliver high-energy performances with a whole lot of heart — and just the right amount of attitude.
Books & Records Bar - Mercedes Moore
2024 San Diego Music Award Winner for Best Jazz Artist, Moore performs regularly with some of Southern California’s premier musicians. The list is endless–Taryn Donath, John Simons, Mark Campbell, Marc Ramos, Tracy Wiebeck, Kurt Kalker, Matt Taylor, Steve Wilcox, Scot Smart, Missy Andersen, Sharifah Muhammad, and Laura Chavez–to name but a few.
Books & Records Bar - Kaylee Daugherty
Kaylee Daugherty is an up-and-coming singer in the San Diego jazz scene. With roots in gospel and R&B, her musical interpretations come with soul and passion.
Books & Records Bar - Nebula Wade
For Nebula, music goes beyond a solitary pursuit. Her love for performance blossomed in ensembles and choirs, so collaboration is at the root of how she approaches all creative endeavors. Influenced by artists such as Alicia Keys, Beyoncé, and most profoundly Solange, their work centers on self acceptance, emotional honesty, and the ongoing process of growth.
Books & Records Bar - Danielle Angeloni
Danielle has been singing before she could talk and dancing before she could walk. She writes jazz/pop/soul music reminiscent of artists such as Norah Jones, Emily King, and Lianne la Havas. Coming from a musical family, she’s also heavily influenced by many different styles including jazz, Motown, psychedelic rock, and alternative genres.
Books & Records Bar - Erika Osuna
Join Erika Osuna at Books & Records for a night of live music
Books & Records Bar - The Garners
“The Garners” is a modern vintage duo/trio that embraces gypsy jazz, 1920’s and 30’s jazz, blues, and folk. They are writers of music as well, and you will find that the inspiration behind their originals comes from these classic eras/genres.
Books & Records Bar - Gypsy Sally
Based out of sunny San Diego, Gypsy Sally is a three piece bluesband that brings the old school feel to the new age from blues, to rock with the occasional Bossa, Latin and Jazz twist.
Books & Records Bar - Sue Palmer Duo
Known world wide as The Queen of Boogie Woogie, The Sultana of Swing, and The Lady Who Skates on the 88s, Sue Palmer has been a presence on the live music scene in San Diego and the world for over 30 years.
Books & Records Bar - Cobby Brzeski
Cobby Brzeski is a nationally touring multi-genre vocalist, multi-multi-instrumentalist, and songwriter from San Diego, CA that performs all around the east and west coasts. Cobby's charming voice, playful songwriting, and authenticity to the jazz tradition will make anyone feel like they're back in the 1920's, 30's and 40's.
Books & Records Bar - Kaylee Daugherty
Kaylee Daugherty is an up-and-coming singer in the San Diego jazz scene. With roots in gospel and R&B, her musical interpretations come with soul and passion.
Books & Records Bar - Kaylee Daugherty
Kaylee Daugherty is an up-and-coming singer in the San Diego jazz scene. With roots in gospel and R&B, her musical interpretations come with soul and passion.
Books & Records Bar - Mercedes Moore
2024 San Diego Music Award Winner for Best Jazz Artist, Moore performs regularly with some of Southern California’s premier musicians. The list is endless–Taryn Donath, John Simons, Mark Campbell, Marc Ramos, Tracy Wiebeck, Kurt Kalker, Matt Taylor, Steve Wilcox, Scot Smart, Missy Andersen, Sharifah Muhammad, and Laura Chavez–to name but a few.
Books & Records Bar - The Garners
“The Garners” is a modern vintage duo/trio that embraces gypsy jazz, 1920’s and 30’s jazz, blues, and folk. They are writers of music as well, and you will find that the inspiration behind their originals comes from these classic eras/genres.
Books & Records Bar - Sue Palmer Duo
Known world wide as The Queen of Boogie Woogie, The Sultana of Swing, and The Lady Who Skates on the 88s, Sue Palmer has been a presence on the live music scene in San Diego and the world for over 30 years.
Books & Records Bar - Danielle Angeloni
Danielle has been singing before she could talk and dancing before she could walk. She writes jazz/pop/soul music reminiscent of artists such as Norah Jones, Emily King, and Lianne la Havas. Coming from a musical family, she’s also heavily influenced by many different styles including jazz, Motown, psychedelic rock, and alternative genres.
Books & Records Bar - Gypsy Sally
Based out of sunny San Diego, Gypsy Sally is a three piece bluesband that brings the old school feel to the new age from blues, to rock with the occasional Bossa, Latin and Jazz twist.
Books & Records Bar - Cole Roussos
Cole Rossos is a San Diego guitarist and musician skilled at all forms of music. His exciting trios create an energetic atmosphere enjoyed by all.
Books & Records Bar - Kaylee Daugherty
Kaylee Daugherty is an up-and-coming singer in the San Diego jazz scene. With roots in gospel and R&B, her musical interpretations come with soul and passion.
Books & Records Bar - Adam Wolff
Wolff’s music contains key elements of excitement and hard-swinging, soulful, creative musical expression. These elements come through in all his performances.

