Kali Uchis is set to take the stage at San Francisco’s Chase Center on Monday, Aug. 18, with the concert scheduled for 8 p.m. Tickets start at $67 and are available through Ticketmaster.
Born Karly Marina Loaiza, Uchis began pursuing music and art while in high school. She learned to play the saxophone and piano and also created experimental short films in her school’s photo labs. After graduating in 2012, she released her debut mixtape, Drunken Babble, which quickly drew the attention of Snoop Dogg, who joined her on the 2014 track On Edge.
The following year, she issued the Por Vida EP, featuring collaborations with producers such as Tyler, the Creator, Kaytranada and BadBadNotGood. Over the years, Uchis has released five studio albums, with her breakout being the 2018 album Isolation, which helped propel her into the mainstream. In 2021, she won a Grammy for Best Dance Recording for the song 10% with Kaytranada.
Her most recent project, Sincerely, explores themes of pleasure and joy with a lively, upbeat tone that showcases her versatile blend of R&B, soul, and indie influences. The San Francisco show offers fans a chance to see a multi-faceted artist known for her distinctive sound and eclectic artistry live.
Summary for readers:
– Kali Uchis performs at Chase Center in San Francisco on Monday, Aug. 18 at 8 p.m.
– Her musical journey includes a 2012 debut mixtape, a high-profile collaboration with Snoop Dogg, the Por Vida EP, five studio albums, and a Grammy win in 2021.
– The latest work, Sincerely, emphasizes upbeat, joyful themes. Tickets start at $67 through Ticketmaster.
Additional notes:
– Attendees may want to plan early for parking or transit to the Chase Center, located at 1 Warriors Way in San Francisco.
– The show highlights Uchis’s fusion of genres and her skill as both a performer and a visual artist, reflecting her long-standing approach to music and art. If you’re new to her work, a good starting point is her collaborations that blend different styles and her recent upbeat material.