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The Avengers w/The Rudy Colombini Band

March 28, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Benefit to Support Music City SF

We are thrilled to announce punk rock pioners The Avengers will grace our stage on March 28th.

We could not think of a better way to kick off a benefit for Music City SF than with a legendary San Francisco punk band!

Music City SF founder, Rudy Colombini opens the show, you do not want to miss this!

The Avengers

@penelopehouston

Music City SF/Rudy Colombini

@musiccitysanfrancisco

Tickets: $20-ADV/$25-DOS

All Ages
Your new favorite hot spot in the Lower Polk!

Save Music City San Francisco: A Beacon of Music and Culture at Risk

A Cultural Landmark at Risk:

Nestled in the heart of the city, Music City San Francisco (MCSF) stands as a beacon of hope and creativity for musicians, artists, and music lovers. Since 2005, MCSF has been a cornerstone of Northern California’s music scene, acting as an incubator and an accelerator, as well as a home for up-and-coming artists. Offering a range of affordable services for musicians, from fully equipped rehearsal rooms to entertainment booking, it has now evolved into a sprawling state-of-the-art music hub. Today, this cultural haven faces its greatest challenge yet: the threat of closure. We are calling on you to join forces in preserving this irreplaceable sanctuary of creativity and innovation. This isn’t merely a building; it’s the soul of San Francisco’s music scene, a place where dreams are nurtured and legends can be born.

The Crisis:

Despite undergoing a transformative $10 million renovation, MCSF finds itself in the throes of financial instability. A perfect storm of declining real estate values, adverse media narratives surrounding SF, soaring interest rates, enormous delays in construction and in obtaining necessary permits, and the prolonged fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic has led to an unexpected crisis. Efforts to secure financing have hit a wall, with more than 120 financial institutions turning us down, pushing MCSF into default on its construction loan and bringing us to the brink of silence.

The Opportunity:

Yet, within this adversity lies opportunity. MCSF continues to buzz with potential and promise. Major corporations and a leading music label are in discussions for sponsorships and strategic partnership, drawn by the talent and innovation within MCSF’s walls. Live entertainment has begun to echo throughout the building, with more and more musicians finding us as a home for their rehearsal each and every day. Our mission remains steadfast: to foster a dynamic ecosystem for artist development, offering performance venues, rehearsal spaces, and music education programs. MCSF is more than a facility; it’s a launchpad for artistic careers, celebrating the Bay Area’s rich musical legacy while nurturing the next generation of stars.

Call to Action:

MCSF is at a critical juncture, and this is your chance to make a difference. Help us keep the music playing, support emerging talent, and ensure that San Francisco remains a star city for music, for generations to come.

How can You Help:

We invite music lovers, musicians, artists, and anyone who believes in the transformative power of live music to support us by seeing a show, booking a rehearsal space, and inviting your friends to Music City SF.

“Music City San Francisco brings musicians and music lovers together to ignite the soul of local music culture. Our mission is to be an engine of talent and commerce that drives the rebirth of San Francisco music culture by cultivating an artist development ecosystem that empowers musicians and performance artists to thrive in the Bay Area & beyond!”

#musiccitysanfrancisco

Details

Date:
March 28, 2024
Time:
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Event Category:
Website:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-avengers-wthe-rudy-colombini-band-tickets-862471323947

Venue

1355 Bush St
1355 Bush Street
San Francisco, CA 94109 United States