Gary Clark Jr.

Gary Clark Jr. Live in Oakland

Experience the electrifying sound of one of modern blues and rock’s most distinctive artists when Gary Clark Jr. takes the stage on Friday, October 23, 2026. Doors open at 7:00 PM, with the concert beginning at 8:00 PM. The performance offers fans an opportunity to hear Clark’s powerful blend of blues, rock, soul, and contemporary R&B in a live setting.

Gary Clark Jr. has built an international reputation through a combination of extraordinary guitar playing, soulful vocals, and genre-crossing songwriting. His breakthrough came with his 2014 GRAMMY® Award for Best Traditional R&B Performance for “Please Come Home,” from his Warner Records debut Blak and Blu. Since then, Clark has continued to develop an ambitious catalog while maintaining a reputation as a formidable live performer.

His 2015 album, The Story of Sonny Boy Slim, further established him as an important contemporary blues artist, while 2019’s This Land brought his music to an even wider audience. The album debuted at No. 6 on the Billboard 200, marking his third consecutive Top 10 debut. Its title track became one of Clark’s signature songs, earning widespread critical acclaim and helping him secure three additional GRAMMY® Awards, including Best Rock Performance, Best Rock Song, and Best Contemporary Blues Album for This Land.

Clark’s live career has taken him from major television appearances and sold-out domestic tours to internationally recognized festivals, the Hollywood Bowl, and stadium performances alongside The Rolling Stones. His reputation has also led to collaborations with an impressive range of artists, including Stevie Wonder, Alicia Keys, John Legend, Foo Fighters, Nas, Sheryl Crow, Brandi Carlile, Eric Clapton, and many others.

In 2024, Clark released JPEG RAW, his fourth studio album and another significant step in his musical evolution. The record continues his exploration of blues, rock, soul, hip-hop, and modern production while highlighting the restless creativity that has defined his career.

With four GRAMMY® wins from six nominations, Gary Clark Jr. brings years of experience, acclaimed songwriting, and a powerful stage presence to this October 23 performance. Fans can expect expressive guitar work, soulful vocals, dynamic arrangements, and the raw energy that has made Clark a standout performer across multiple musical worlds. Whether you’re a longtime blues enthusiast or a newcomer to his music, this concert promises an engaging night of contemporary American roots music with a modern edge.