Backstage Bay Area is an exclusive podcast that explores the SF Bay Area music scene in depth. It features intimate interviews with emerging and established artists in various genres, including jazz, blues, rock, pop, folk, classical, urban, and world music. The program also offers a unique glimpse into the artists' creative processes, inspirations, and upcoming projects.

With over 250 episodes produced over four years, Backstage Bay Area highlights local and touring musicians, ensuring listeners stay connected with the latest in the Bay Area music scene. The podcast has featured notable guests like Grammy winners Judy Collins, Colbie Caillat, Leslie Mendelson, and chart-topping guitarist Adam Hawley.

Committed to showcasing authentic musical stories, Backstage Bay Area is available on all major streaming platforms, including YouTube. Episodes featuring jazz musicians will also appear on All About Jazz, and interviews related to San Francisco shows will be published on SF Sonic. As an independent and passion-driven project, we value feedback and encourage listeners to contact us with questions or guest suggestions.

Meet the host

The show is hosted by Steve Roby, a seasoned radio personality and best-selling author. Roby’s concert photos, articles, and reviews have appeared in various publications, including Billboard, Rolling Stone, and Guitar World.