The Top Chefs are a powerhouse live band based in San Francisco. Known for their dynamic performances that blend hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and soul, the group transforms stages with a sound that is both forward-thinking and rooted in tradition.

They have performed across the USA, UK, Europe, and South America. Their versatility allows them to command festival stages, jazz clubs, corporate events, family-friendly gatherings, and weddings alike, offering tailored live experiences ranging from full-band productions to intimate acoustic sets.

Their lineup features a rotating cast of all-star musicians including Shogun (bass), Loveberry (guitar),  Shawn (drums), Des & Diego (keys), Will Shannon (trombone), TJ Milan (saxophone), Ryan & Alejandro (trumpet), Jaeden Lino (percussion), and vocalists Sunday & ASH, with Afterthought driving the band as MC and frontman. 

The Top Chefs often perform Afterthought’s original music alongside covers of R&B, soul, and early 2000s classics. They have also backed legendary Bay Area artists including B-Legit, RBL Posse, Rappin' 4-Tay, Nef The Pharaoh, and Cellski. In 2026, you can look forward to their viral new content series, Stoop Sessions, where they perform live with a variety of artists in the San Francisco streets.