Evolutionary Blues...West Oakland's Music Legacy

Schedule

Thu Dec 18 2025 at 06:30 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-08:00

Location

Oakstop | Oakland, CA

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The Blues is an earthy, soul-stirring mélange of roots music and personal narratives that became the defining soundtrack of Black America.
About this Event

Step into the rhythm and roots of West Oakland with a special screening of Evolutionary Blues: West Oakland’s Music Legacy (2017, 90 min).

This soulful documentary chronicles the rise of a vibrant post-WWII Black community along Seventh Street—where war workers, families, and musicians built a thriving cultural hub. Through the voices of over 30 local artists, Evolutionary Blues traces the evolution of Oakland’s unique blues scene and its lasting impact on American music.

🎤 Talk Back to follow with filmmaker Cheryl Fabio or a surprise guest, reflecting on community, culture, and the enduring sound of Oakland.

📍 Oakstop, 1st Floor Gallery, 1721 Broadway, Oakland🎟️ Free screening — registration required

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Oakstop, 1721 Broadway, Oakland, United States

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