Sanford Street is a dynamic, groove-infused quintet from West Los Angeles, blending elements of funk, rock, and soul to create a sound that feels both fresh and familiar. Drawing inspiration from the great jam bands of the past and present, Sanford Street crafts original tunes that mix infectious grooves, heavy-hitting rockers, and soulful ballads. The band thrives on improvisation, taking audiences on mesmerizing musical journeys with rhythmic, melodic, and trance-inducing explorations that often drift into the realm of electro-space grooves.
In 2022, the band released their self-titled debut album, Sanford Street, featuring 10 original tracks that showcase the band’s eclectic range. The album is available on all major streaming platforms. Currently, Sanford Street is putting the finishing touches on their highly anticipated second album, slated for release in early summer 2025. This new record will push their sonic boundaries even further, exploring new sounds and highlighting the band’s creative evolution.
The band consists of George Makrinos (guitar/vocals), Danny Rossman (drums), Guy Silliman (bass), Michael Mollo (keys/vocals), and Scott Fox (percussion). For over a decade, Sanford Street has been captivating audiences with their high-energy live shows across Southern California and beyond, building a reputation for their deep grooves and improvisational prowess.
Catch them live, and experience the journey on Sanford Street.
Venues: The Mint, Saint Rocke, Skyloft, June Lake Jam Fest, The Barrel, The Wayfarer, Harvelle's, Project Barley, Winston's, The Holding Company, Liberty Sports Bar, Seasalt Beach Burger, Tiki Bar, Cook's Corner, Venice West.
Sanford Street thrives in live performance settings and will be releasing a live album in Fall 2025. Enjoy some of the band's recent live performances below.