About Music in SF®
Music in SF® is San Francisco’s leading voice in music culture, a vibrant online magazine dedicated to capturing the pulse of the Bay Area’s ever-evolving sound. From sold-out arena shows at Chase Center to intimate sets at The Great American Music Hall, Music in SF chronicles the artists, venues, and stories that make this city one of the most dynamic music capitals in the world.
Founded with a passion for authentic storytelling and sharp photography, Music in SF blends local discovery with world-class coverage. Readers can expect exclusive artist interviews, concert reviews, festival highlights, and a behind-the-scenes look at San Francisco’s rich musical heritage.
Whether it’s spotlighting a breakout local band or reviewing a global superstar’s tour stop, Music in SF bridges the gap between mainstream and underground, offering a uniquely San Francisco perspective — stylish, soulful, and unapologetically passionate about live music.
Music in SF® isn’t just a blog — it’s the heartbeat of the Bay Area’s music scene.
STAFF
Louis Raphael
Editor
San Francisco music critic and photographer, Louis Raphael, was the SF Music Examiner for Examiner.com and AXS.com for 3 years, before starting Music in SF®. As an influencer with a combined audience of 100K users, Raphael works to bring brand awareness for bands and various musical acts worldwide.
Christine Simms
Associate Editor
After graduating from USF with Mass Communications degree, Simms spent 18 years working for Apple in Cupertino. She’s since rediscovered her passion for music journalism and Music in SF®.
Bob Wolf
Tech Lead
When he’s not debugging code or coming up with the latest and greatest app Bob Wolf helps keep Music in SF® up and running. If you’re a convention planner and need help planning your booth space be sure to check out his Convention Force app!
Our Mission: To cover the San Francisco music scene and bring you the most up-to-date music news and concert reviews in the Bay Area and beyond.
Music in SF® was created to:
- Offer recent and fully interactive San Francisco and Bay area music scene news and events.
- Connect music lovers with the kind of San Francisco music they love.
- Provide a comprehensive San Francisco music scene event calendar.
ALL PHOTOS ON THIS SITE ARE PROPERTY OF LOUIS RAPHAEL PHOTOGRAPHY OR WERE SUBMITTED BY PUBLICISTS SPECIFICALLY FOR MUSIC IN SF® AND MAY NOT BE USED IN ANY WAY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT PRIOR WRITTEN CONSENT.