SIMON PHILLIPS & PROTOCOL 6
August 29, 2026 8:00 pm
Simon Phillips & Protocol 6 at Yoshi’s Oakland
Yoshi’s has a way of making a big sound feel close. The room is tucked along the Oakland waterfront at Jack London Square, with that familiar mix of dinner tables, low light, and people who are there to listen.
On Saturday, August 29, Simon Phillips brings Protocol 6 to the stage for a 8:00 PM set. Phillips has played with a long list of major artists, but this project puts his own fusion sound up front. Expect sharp drums, deep grooves, and a band that can move fast without losing the feel.
Modern Drummer Magazine named Phillips the number one fusion drummer, and that makes sense if you have heard him play. He has power, but he also has control. The fun part is watching how the band builds around him, with space for keys, guitar, bass, and rhythm to trade ideas in real time.
This is a good pick for anyone who likes jazz fusion, prog, or musicians who can really stretch out on stage. And at Yoshi’s, you get to hear every turn clearly, without the sound getting lost in the room.
When: Saturday, August 29, 2026, 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Where: Yoshi’s, 510 Embarcadero West, Oakland, CA 94607
Event info: View details and tickets
SAT-SUN
AUG
29-30
SIMON PHILLIPS & PROTOCOL 6
Named #1 fusion drummer by Modern Drummer Magazine
YO SHIS
510 EMBARCADERO WEST, OAKLAND • FOR TICKETS 510-238-9200 • YOSHIS.COM
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SIMON PHILLIPS