This event is in the past.It took place on December 10, 2025 at The Freight.
Jazz & BluesJazz & BluesAt 80, folk-blues master Chris Smither rarely tours with a band, but he's bringing The Motivators for an intimate night of his gravelly wisdom and dazzling guitar work. Expect profound songwriting that's moved everyone from Bonnie Raitt to the New York Times.
Folk-blues fusion
Intimate venue
Legendary performer
Acoustic mastery
Tips
🪑no reserved seating, folks line up 30min early
🅿️parking structure next door is convenient
Chris Smither and The Motivators
Downtown Berkeley
Jazz & BluesJazz & BluesAt 80, folk-blues master Chris Smither rarely tours with a band, but he's bringing The Motivators for an intimate night of his gravelly wisdom and dazzling guitar work. Expect profound songwriting that's moved everyone from Bonnie Raitt to the New York Times.
Folk-blues fusion
Intimate venue
Legendary performer
Acoustic mastery
Tips
🪑no reserved seating, folks line up 30min early
🅿️parking structure next door is convenient
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