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The Independent Looking for concerts at The Independent in San Francisco? Check out Party Earth for schedules, photos, videos, and more for this one-of-a-kind concert venue! San Francisco United States 37.775521 -122.43781

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INFO The Independent, located in the NOPA (North of the Panhandle) ‘hood of San Francisco is only the latest incarnation of live music at 628 Divisadero; Kennel Club, Justice League, The Half Note, and Vis Club have all shared... ... read more

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Western Addition
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628 Divisadero Street
San Francisco, CA 94117

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The Independent Schedule of Events

May 2013

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May22Wed May 22, 21:00PM	Holy Ghost! Concert / Club Music / Electronic 9:00 pm Holy Ghost!, Classixx	Add to Calendar
May23Thu May 23, 20:00PM	Brown Bird Concert / Folk 8:00 pm Brown Bird, The Last Good Tooth	Add to Calendar
May24Fri May 24, 21:00PM	The Presidents of the United States of America Concert / Alternative Rock 9:00 pm The Presidents of The United States of America, Eternal Summers	Add to Calendar
May25Sat May 25, 21:00PM	The Presidents of the United States of America Concert / Alternative Rock 9:00 pm The Presidents of The United States of America, Eternal Summers	Add to Calendar
May28Tue May 28, 21:00PM	Don Carlos Concert / Reggae 9:00 pm Don Carlos, Reggae Angels	Add to Calendar
May29Wed May 29, 20:00PM	Akron/Family Concert / Bands / Folk Rock / Psychobilly / Soul 8:00 pm Akron/Family, Avi Buffalo	Add to Calendar
May30Thu May 30, 20:00PM	New Diplomat Concert / Rock 8:00 pm New Diplomat, Via Coma, Scene of Action	Add to Calendar
May31Fri May 31, 21:00PM	Solwave, The Sam Chase Concert / Rock 9:00 pm Solwave, The Sam Chase	Add to Calendar

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Jun01Sat Jun 1, 21:00PM	Mystery Jets Concert / Indie 9:00 pm Mystery Jets	Add to Calendar
Jun06Thu Jun 6, 21:00PM	The Field DJ Event / DJ / Electronic 9:00 pm The Field	Add to Calendar
Jun07Fri Jun 7, 21:00PM	Trails and Ways Concert / Dream Pop / Indie Rock 9:00 pm Trails and Ways, Social Studies, Astronauts, etc.	Add to Calendar
Jun08Sat Jun 8, 21:00PM	The Pine Box Boys & The Good Luck Thrift Store Outfit Concert / Americana / Country / Folk 9:00 pm The Pine Box Boys, The Good Luck Thrift Store Outfit	Add to Calendar
Jun11Tue Jun 11, 21:00PM	Luciano Concert / Reggae / Singer / Songwriter 9:00 pm Luciano (Singer)	Add to Calendar
Jun12Wed Jun 12, 20:00PM	Alice Smith Concert / Pop / Rock / Soul 8:00 pm Alice Smith	Add to Calendar
Jun14Fri Jun 14, 21:00PM	The Soft White Sixties Concert / Americana / Indie Rock / Rock / Soul 9:00 pm The Soft White Sixties, Sioux City Kid, Black Cobra Vipers	Add to Calendar
Jun15Sat Jun 15, 21:00PM	Eleanor Friedberger Concert / Indie Rock 9:00 pm Eleanor Friedberger, TEEN, Icewater	Add to Calendar
Jun16Sun Jun 16, 20:00PM	CSS Concert / Electro / Funk / Indie Rock / Pop / Post-Punk / Shoegaze 8:00 pm CSS, MS MR, Io Echo	Add to Calendar
Jun17Mon Jun 17, 21:00PM	Mount Kimbie Concert / Electronic 9:00 pm Mount Kimbie, Holy Other, Vinyl Williams	Add to Calendar
Jun20Thu Jun 20, 20:00PM	Come Concert / Alternative Rock 8:00 pm Come	Add to Calendar
Jun21Fri Jun 21, 21:00PM	The Staves Concert / Acoustic / Folk Rock 9:00 pm The Staves, Mike Musikanto	Add to Calendar
Jun22Sat Jun 22, 21:00PM	BLVD DJ Event / DJ / Electronic 9:00 pm BLVD, Pink Mammoth	Add to Calendar
Jun22Sat Jun 22, 21:00PM	BLVD 10th Anniversary Celebration Concert / Party / Alternative Music / Concerts 9:00 pm Pink Mammoth	Add to Calendar
Jun26Wed Jun 26, 20:00PM	Austra Concert / Electronic 8:00 pm Austra	Add to Calendar
Jun28Fri Jun 28, 21:00PM	The Mother Hips Concert / Folk Rock 9:00 pm The Mother Hips	Add to Calendar
Jun29Sat Jun 29, 21:00PM	The Mother Hips Concert / Folk Rock 9:00 pm The Mother Hips	Add to Calendar
Jun30Sun Jun 30, 20:00PM	Mat McHugh & The Seperatista Soundsystem Concert / Singer / Songwriter 8:00 pm Mat McHugh & The Seperatista Soundsystem	Add to Calendar

July 2013

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Jul03Wed Jul 3, 20:00PM	The Revivalists Concert / Indie / Indie Rock / Rock 8:00 pm The Revivalists	Add to Calendar
Jul06Sat Jul 6, 21:00PM	White Denim Concert / Pop / Rock 9:00 pm White Denim	Add to Calendar
Jul09Tue Jul 9, 20:00PM	Future Bible Heroes Concert / Indie 8:00 pm Future Bible Heroes	Add to Calendar
Jul12Fri Jul 12, 21:00PM	Rogue Wave Concert / Indie 9:00 pm Rogue Wave	Add to Calendar
Jul13Sat Jul 13, 21:00PM	Rogue Wave Concert / Indie 9:00 pm Rogue Wave	Add to Calendar
Jul15Mon Jul 15, 20:00PM	Langhorne Slim & The Law Concert / Folk / Rock / Soul 8:00 pm Langhorne Slim & the Law	Add to Calendar
Jul18Thu Jul 18, 20:00PM	Futurebirds Concert / Rock 8:00 pm Futurebirds	Add to Calendar
Jul20Sat Jul 20, 21:00PM	BoDeans Concert / Pop / Rock 9:00 pm BoDeans	Add to Calendar
Jul22Mon Jul 22, 20:00PM	Shooter Jennings Concert / Americana / Rock 8:00 pm Shooter Jennings	Add to Calendar
Jul24Wed Jul 24, 20:00PM	Chico Trujillo Concert / Reggae 8:00 pm Chico Trujillo	Add to Calendar
Jul25Thu Jul 25, 20:00PM	Courtney Love Concert / Grunge / Rock 8:00 pm Courtney Love	Add to Calendar
Jul26Fri Jul 26, 21:00PM	Weekend Concert / Indie 9:00 pm Weekend	Add to Calendar
Jul28Sun Jul 28, 21:00PM	Hiatus Kaiyote Concert / Soul 9:00 pm Hiatus Kaiyote	Add to Calendar
Jul30Tue Jul 30, 21:00PM	El-P Concert / Hip-Hop / Rap 9:00 pm El-P	Add to Calendar

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The Independent Videos

Meshell Ndegeocello & Friends "Purple Rain" (San Francisco - March 13, 2011)

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Meshell Ndegeocello & Friends "Purple Rain" (San Francisco - March 13, 2011)

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Midnite 'True King' The Independent San Francisco January 25, 2011

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Liz Phair-Mesmerizing-Live at The Independent-San Francisco CA-10-10-10

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Arctic Monkeys Live @ The Independent , SF - Aug 12, 2011

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Dr. Dog - "Fat Dog" Pizza Party in San Francisco

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TV on the Radio, Young Liars, Independent, San Francisco, California, 05-9-11

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Midnite 'Roll Call' part one The Independent San Francisco California January 25, 2011

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The Independent, located in the NOPA (North of the Panhandle) ‘hood of San Francisco is only the latest incarnation of live music at 628 Divisadero; Kennel Club, Justice League, The Half Note, and Vis Club have all shared the same address.

The Independent opened its eclectic gates in February of 2004 and has since had more than 1,200 shows. It offers everything from reggae and electronica to indie rock with a general admission, standing-room-only situation; there are a few seats, but it’s first-come first-served.

The ticket window is open Monday through Friday from 11am to 6pm, and on all show nights an hour before the doors open until around 9:30pm. Cash and credit card (Mastercard/Visa/Discover) will do the trick for tickets and for the full bar inside.

If you’ve got wheels, you’ve got two options other than on-street parking: ABC Parking at 425 Divisadero, at the Laundromat off of Oak, has a $12 parking lot with an attendant from 7pm to 10pm, but you can leave your car there till 3am, and you can also check out 400 Divisadero in the Shell parking lot on the corner of Oak.

Some famous concerts at the Independent have included Beck, Black Eyed Peas, M.I.A., The National, Toots and the Maytals, Regina Spector, Cake, Collective Soul, Dirty Projectors, and Dr. Dog.

The Independent User Reviews

Lucie Duffort May 21, 2013 4.0 stars Great sound, intimate venue, perfect for me. I love the Indie. Not just for the sound- the technicians know what they are doing and take time to do real soundchecks (which can occasionally delay the doors, but I sure don't mind). Not just for the lineup- a super varied mix of small local and bigger names and a reason to check out something new. Not just for the staff- I hear that this is one of the best venues to work in the city , and you can tell. But because you can have a big show feel in a smaller space, which means interacting with the sweat and grimaces of the performers, and possibly rubbing elbows afterwards. The Independent is the smallest of the San Francisco powerhouse music venue triumvirate that includes Slim's and the Great American Music Hall. Both of those are also to be checked out, but if you want it smaller and up close and personal, the Indie is it. As far as parking goes, parking is horrible all over the city, always plan ahead or take public transit. Nopa is pretty well serviced on that front. Go to the Indie. Listen to live music the way it should be heard.

Jimmy Fennessy May 16, 2013 4.0 stars Waiting for a Sign Everyone has an opinion on the best type of venue for live music. If you have more of an Indie/Punk aesthetic, you probably prefer smaller, more intimate shows. Look no further because the Independent provides the perfect atmosphere to experience your favorite band. I have seen a number of shows at the Independent and while the bands have sometimes disappointed, the venue has not. Unlike the Fillmore or Regency, the Independent does not separate the audience from the stage with a metal gate and security. The audience stands mere feet from the bands and, occasionally, band members will break the third wall and step into the crowd. Eddie Argos, singer of the English Indie group Art Brut did this at a show in 2012 and wandered around the dance floor as he sang, giving the crowd a very personal experience. Many of the acts will wander out onto the dance floor after the show and interact with the audience, thanking them for coming and sometimes taking pictures with them. The Independent also offers a full bar and the prices for drinks are not overly expensive. A jameson on the rocks costs about $7, which is at least a dollar cheaper than most other venues and the pours are generous. The sound system at the Independent is substantial enough to rock your socks off but, for some reason, I have never been left with that annoying ringing in my ears that you experience in larger venues. I think the sound technicians have managed to achieve the perfect balance of noise and concern for our long-term hearing. Located only a few blocks off of Haight Street on Masonic, the Independent is easily accessible by bus, which is great because parking in the area is atrocious! I once missed a show because my friend that was driving refused to look for parking for more than 10 minutes. Needless to say, this was the last time that I ever drove to the independent. With a great selection of bands, comedians, and free movie nights, the Independent is one of the best venues in the city, hands down!

Romi Mar 29, 2013 3.0 stars The best small music club in San Francisco A music hall has been located at the site for many years, with ownership - and club name - changing once a decade or so. But right now, it's hard to beat the acts that constantly come through the Independent. It can be a local group such as Rupa and the April Fishes one night, or French rockers Phoenix, celebrating an an album release. Don't be surprised if Dave Chappelle performs a last-minute stand-up comedy set here. The independent for him is what Bimbo's is to Robin Williams. Be prepared to come early if you're driving. Parking is notoriously hard to come by in the Alamo Square area. Public transportation is best if you're running late. The club has a simple set-up with a small bar at the back, a few benches for those who prefer to sit and an upstairs VIP area that's best for those closest to the stage. Drinks are a bit pricy, with cocktails in the $10-$15 range. There's not much to look at inside, which doesn't matter if you come for the music.