“If they don’t make you dance, check your heartbeat.” — SF Chronicle
Born of the Bay Area’s rich musical lineage, Beso unites multigenerational ties to local music with a fearless fusion of Gypsy jazz, rock, country, and more. Each member brings distinct influences that intertwine into a sound both timeless and electrifying — where the mystery of gypsy swing meets the pulse of modern rock ’n’ roll. Their high-voltage performances have lit up stages from Outside Lands and SXSW to Slim’s SF and The Great American Music Hall. With bilingual flair, virtuosic musicianship, and irresistibly danceable rhythms, Beso creates a spellbinding tapestry that honors tradition while blazing new musical trails.
“Our music lives where old-world romance meets modern fire. We grew up in the Bay Area’s diverse scene, each of us bringing our own influences — Gypsy jazz, rock, country, Americana — and fusing them into something alive, raw, and danceable. We want people to feel it in their bones — that pulse that reminds you you’re still breathing.”
The Gnarly Pints are a dynamic, family-friendly fiddle rock duo from Northern California with a bold and eclectic pub style. Consisting of classically-trained fiddle player / songwriter Emily Nolen and hard-rocking multi-instrumentalist Jake Nolen, the couple have toured with Grammy-winning artists and have played alongside internationally-acclaimed acts such as Men Of Worth.
The ‘Pints have played just about every pub along the i5 corridor and headlined the Fort Bragg Beer Festival 5 years consecutively. Their style ranges from quirky toe tappers like “Aintnodoubtaboutit” to fast and furious anthems like “Barn Burner” and “Godspeed”.
The Gnarly Pints have independently released three full-length albums, two EP’s, a handful of music videos, and several singles. They continue to write new songs and play live shows all over the west coast!
