KC Turner Presents: Cookout Concert Series with The Brothers Comatose at HopMonk Novato! Fusing old school string band instrumentation with rock and roll exuberance, The Brothers Comatose cement their status as standard bearers of a thriving, innovative West Coast roots movement on their intoxicating new album, Golden Grass. Recorded with co-producers Greg Holden and Tim […]
KC Turner Presents: Cookout Concert Series with Brandy Clark at HopMonk Novato! A Grammy, CMA and Americana Award-winner, Brandy Clark is one of her generation’s most esteemed songwriters and musicians. In the midst of a landmark year, Clark won Best Americana Performance at the 66th Grammy Awards and Song of the Year at the 2024 […]
KC Turner Presents: Willie Nile at HopMonk Tavern! Willie Nile is a critically acclaimed, New York-based rock artist known for his electrifying live performances and powerful songwriting. Hailed by The New York Times as “one of the most gifted singer-songwriters” of his generation, he’s earned praise from legends like Bruce Springsteen and Bono. His albums—including […]
So, Trivia-Mongers, you think you're smart? Here's your chance to prove it. Join Quizmaster, Rick Tosh, for "Brainstormer Trivia", 6 rounds of compelling trivia that boggles the mind and stirs the soul. An entertaining evening of fun, and ephemera in a friendly team trivia competition. Pit your wits against friends and other intelligent life. Show […]
Marin’s premier open mic is every Wednesday in the Session Room at HopMonk Novato - hosted by Dennis Haneda! All Ages | No Cover Signup in person at 6pm Open Mic from 6:30pm -10pm - Two songs or 8 minutes Featured Artist plays from 8:30pm-9pm Full Bands welcome. House drum set, full keyboard available. Questions? […]
Lead singer, multi-instrumentalist and co founder of Northern California jam grass band; Poor Man's Whiskey, explores his Folk, Americana, Country and Bluegrass music roots with heartfelt original songs about life and the human condition. Having served as a Peace Corps Volunteer and working as an educator in the criminal justice system for over two decades, […]
Join us at HopMonk Tavern Novato for some Boot Scootin' variety of the latest line dances! Dance Lessons start at 6pm. Tickets are $10 (+ $2 fee when purchased at door).
KC Turner Presents: An Evening with Ellis Paul at HopMonk Tavern Novato Ellis Paul is a songwriter, author, illustrator, and teacher. He has been a constant presence on the American folk circuit for over thirty years. In that time, he has released twenty two albums of original music and performed over 5,000 shows. His songs […]
KC Turner Presents: Cookout Concert Series 2026 with Saxsquatch at HopMonk Novato! He has accumulated over 3 million followers online through releasing music with legends such as John Oates, Billy Ray Cyrus, the band WAR, and songs with the infamous electronic music label Monstercat. In 2021, Saxsquatch created theme music for Rocket League, and the following year had music featured […]
KC Turner Presents: Cookout Concert Series featuring a doubleheader with Bill Kirchen at HopMonk Novato! Set 1: Bill Kirchen debuts songs from his brand new album, plus favorites from his Commander Cody days and ensuing solo career. Set 2: Songs, stories and Dylan anecdotes from Bills teenage pilgrimages to the Newport Folk Festivals in 1964 when Bob debuts Mr Tambourine Man, […]
KC Turner Presents: Cookout Concert Series with ALO at HopMonk Novato! What is ALO, A.KA. Animal Liberation Orchestra? ALO is a lot of things. Put simply, it’s a rock band, a family, an artistic outlet, a community, a business. But that only scratches the surface of this 3O-year musical vision-quest. ALO is an adventure, it’s […]
KC Turner Presents: Cookout Concert Series 2026 with The California Honeydrops at HopMonk Novato, an official BottleRock After Party! Formed in the subway systems of Oakland, retro-soul outfit The California Honeydrops are an electrifying group that defy convention at every turn. They’ve become a mainstay at festivals including Byron Bay Bluesfest (Australia), Outside Lands, Monterey […]
