Rose City Band

San Francisco gets a dose of sun-soaked psychedelia and timeless country rock when Rose City Band comes to The Chapel on Friday, September 25, 2026, with Rain Parade and Light Fantastic rounding out an evening built for fans of melodic, atmospheric guitar music.

Doors open at 8:00 PM, with the show beginning at 9:00 PM. Tickets are $25 in advance and $28 day of show. ADA seating is available by contacting The Chapel’s box office in advance, and guests are encouraged to request accommodations early as accessible space may reach capaci

Led by guitarist and vocalist Ripley Johnson, Rose City Band creates expansive music rooted in country rock, Americana, psychedelic sounds, and the spirit of obscure private-press records from the 1970s. The band’s latest material balances warmth and movement with a darker undercurrent, creating a musical landscape that can feel equally suited to an open-road drive, a desert sunset, or a moment of quiet reflection.

Rose City Band’s ensemble includes pedal steel guitarist Barry Walker, keyboardist Paul Hasenberg, and drummer John Jeffrey, whose interplay adds both rhythmic momentum and spacious atmosphere. Their music embraces contrast: upbeat grooves and gentle ballads coexist with moments of melancholy, while Johnson’s guitar and Walker’s pedal steel give the songs their distinctive sense of openness.

Also on the bill, Rain Parade brings the legacy of Los Angeles’ celebrated Paisley Underground scene. Known for combining hypnotic melodies and 1960s-inspired instrumentation with 1970s punk influences and darker lyrical themes, the band offers a psychedelic perspective that complements Rose City Band’s expansive sound.

Opening the night is Light Fantastic, a San Francisco project inspired by California sunshine pop, classic soul, surf culture, and melodic power pop. Their music draws from influences ranging from the Beach Boys and Chris Bell to Alex Chilton and Bob Welch-era Fleetwood Mac, creating a bright, coastal sound with a touch of foggy mystery.

For local music fans who love shimmering guitars, psychedelic textures, classic songwriting, and distinctly California sounds, this Chapel lineup offers plenty to discover. Make plans to spend Friday night with Rose City Band, Rain Parade, and Light Fantastic for an evening that moves between sunshine and shadow, nostalgia and discovery.