Thao Nguyen Holds Secret Oakland Show Ahead of Album Tour
Musician Thao Nguyen performed a secret, tune-up show in Oakland before heading out on tour for her new album, "Show Me." The event included an opening performance by experimental musician Flung.

San Francisco Oakland San Jose, CA, November 5, 2026 —
Musician Thao Nguyen recently held a private, tune-up performance in Oakland, California. This intimate show served as a prelude to her upcoming tour in support of her latest album, titled “Show Me.” The exact date of the performance was not provided.
The Oakland venue hosted a special opening act by experimental musician Flung. Details regarding the setlist or specific songs performed by either artist were not made available in the summary provided.
Nguyen’s new album, “Show Me,” is the focus of the upcoming tour. Information regarding the tour’s start date, duration, or specific locations beyond this preliminary Oakland event was not detailed.
The nature of the performance being described as “secret” suggests an event not widely publicized in advance, likely intended for a select audience or as a rehearsal before public dates. The term “tune-up show” indicates a performance aimed at refining the live set before embarking on a more extensive touring schedule.
Further details about the specific venue in Oakland, the audience size, or any other participants in the event were not included in the provided summary.
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