FLUID Open Mic: Live Band Showcase for BIPOC & Queer Artists

FLUID Open Mic is a live band open mic where artists get to show up as they are.

Every 3rd Thursday, singers, rappers, poets, and creatives share their work in a room that feels supportive, real, and pressure-free.

This is not about going viral.
It’s about being heard.

No auditions. No competition. Just community.
1000+ Bay Area artists have touched this stage since 2020.

• Perform with a live band that listens and follows you
• Share your work with a supportive, tapped-in crowd
• Try new material without judgment
• Build real connections with other artists

This is a space to grow, not prove.

All performances are backed by VibeMuzik, our in-house band.

They adapt to your sound, your tempo, and your energy.
Perfect for singers, rappers, and poets.

• Perform in a safe, affirming space
• Share your work with a real audience
• Play with a live band and quality sound
• Show up at any level — first-timers welcome

Order is handled respectfully in the room in the order you sign up on the list.

• Enjoy live performances with a full band
• Support BIPOC & queer artists
• Catch the vibe without pressure to perform

You don’t need to be on stage to belong.

• BIPOC & queer musicians, singers, rappers, and poets
• Emerging and working artists
• Hobbyists and first-time performers
• Music lovers who value real connection

Oakland-rooted. Bay Area loved.

You’re good here.

• The crowd shows love
• Nobody rushes you
• Messing up is okay

A lot of artists touch the stage for the first time at FLUID.

Every 3rd Thursday 📍 7th West — 1255 7th Street, Oakland, CA

• 7:30 PM — Doors open + list sign-ups
• 8:00 PM — Performances
• 10:00 PM — Wrap

Arrive early to get settled and connect.

🍹 Drink specials available
🌮 Tacos Mi Barrio on site (birria, carnitas, more)

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FLUID Open Mic is produced by ANYxMEANS and has been holding space for artists since 2020 — including virtual open mics during the pandemic.

During that time, we received early support from the late D’Wayne Wiggins of Tony! Toni! Toné!, who welcomed FLUID into his sound stage during our virtual era.

Built by artists.
Held with care.
Rooted in Oakland.

You don’t have to be perfect.
You just have to show up.

Come share your voice.
Come catch the vibe.
Come be part of FLUID.

Info: Come vibe with the crew, and get a drink with good food before the show starts. This is your moment to get a feel for the space and network with our band, VibeMuzik. Don't forget to add your name to the open mic list to perform!

Info: We like to party, vibe out, and hype you up when you perform! So don't be afraid to let loose and try new things. It's all about the vibe here! Our band VibeMuzik is ready to play with you or you can plug in the aux!

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