Tom Gilberts

Grit Polymerase Records Tom Gilberts contacted me online and told me that Terry Robb had suggested that I should hear his new album, Grit. Well if Terry is going to recommend something then of course my ears are going to perk up. And I have…
Thank You To Holiday Party Volunteers
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Thank You Volunteers

The Cascade Blues Association often holds events or places merchandise booths at special events where we need an extra hand on deck, and we greatly appreciate when our volunteers step forward to help us out. Thanks to the following individuals…
Johnny Wheels and The Swamp Donkeys

Michelle Malone, Georgia-Based Roots Artist

Compared to most musical artists in the Americana genre, Michelle Malone seems like a pair of distressed blue jeans amidst a sea of pantsuits. Unlike the surplus of self-professed rootsy rebels, one listen to this woman from Dixie and you know…
Andy Stokes

Andy Stokes Big Portland Birthday Bash

Andy Stokes returns to Portland and to the Alberta Rose Theatre to celebrate his birthday and his recent chart success with the hit single “Best Day Ever.” Andy has been sharing his soulful voice and undeniable musical mastery with the Northwest…
Award-Winning Sunbanks Festival 2018

Sunbanks Festival, Fall Line-up & Dates

The Sunbanks Festival is a four-day, semi-annual music festival located against the backdrop of Banks Lake near Grand Coulee Dam at the beautiful Sunbanks Lake Resort in Electric City, Washington. The prestigious event is a seven-time Washington…
Johnny Wheels and The Swamp Donkeys

Seattle’s Andy Coe Band Jerry Garcia Tribute Featuring Papa Mali

Originally formed to pay tribute to Jerry Garcia, The Andy Coe Band has emerged as the liveliest psychedelic band to come out of the Pacific Northwest in years! On Sunday, September 2 they’ll be going back to their roots with a full, two set…
David Bromberg

David Bromberg Brings The Blues, The Whole Blues & Nothing But The Blues to The Aladdin.

For Americana godfather David Bromberg, it all began with the blues. His incredible journey spans five-and-a-half decades, and includes – but is not limited to – adventures with Bob Dylan, George Harrison, Jerry Garcia, and music and life…
Rick Estrin & The Nightcats

Rick Estrin & The Nightcats Bring Their California Cool Blues To The Albert Rose

With his wily and unforgettable original songs and his hipster, street-smart vocals, no one on the blues scene writes or sings like Rick Estrin. No one looks like him either, as Estrin is always dressed to the nines, sporting his trademark pencil-line…
Mitch Kashmar and Jr. Watson

The Lake hosts West Coast Toast with Mitch Kashmar, Junior Watson & Jimi Bott

The Lake Theater & Cafe is honored to welcome for the first time "West Coast Toast" featuring Mitch Kashmar, Junior Watson, and Jimi Bott on Monday, September 3. All three are widely recognized as some of the best musicians in the blues…
Johnny Wheels and The Swamp Donkeys

Johnny Wheels and The Swamp Donkeys

Johnny Wheels and The Swamp Donkeys recently competed in the finals for the 2018 Journey to Memphis. Although they didn't win the competition, they  made their mark on the crowd at the Waterfront Blues Festival. Johnny describes their music…