Liner Notes

There’s no shortage of cool music to check out in New York City. But most well-known spots are so packed you end up staring at the sweaty shirt of the person in front of you who’s blocking your view instead of being able to see the musicians on stage. Enter Sofar, with its mission of […]

Fortunately, you don’t have to save your fun for just the weekend anymore. With Sofar shows happening almost every night of the week, you can now fill your evenings with new music, cozy places, and special experiences. Here are some ways a Sofar show can shake up your weeknight routine. Looking for a real shake […]

In India, where there are few opportunities for singer/songwriters and bands to perform live outside the six-month-long festival season, Sofar curators play an important role in giving the country’s independent music talent a stage. Consequently, they’ve helped convert thousands of listeners into fans. Responsible for every aspect of what attendees experience, they’re the unsung heroes […]

Catching a show doesn’t need to be a wild night out. At these Sofar peaceful spaces for live music around the world, the calm vibes set the scene for a great night of music and community. Here’s a look at some of our favorite peaceful spaces for live music, from verdant backyards and famous churchyards […]

There’s no musical box that can define Tonina. Her quartet plays both Tonina’s own compositions and reimagined covers of folk songs from four different continents, sung in three different languages—English, Spanish, and Italian. Musically, she’s informed by jazz and R&B as well as flamenco, bolero, and many other centuries-old traditions. We got the chance to […]

There was never a time for Jensen McRae where she wasn’t trying to make songs. “Basically from the time I could talk I loved to sing— I just made a lot of noise,” she said. The Los Angeles-based singer/songwriter makes vulnerable folk-edged pop that can feel like an intimate look into Jensen’s head. In some […]