John Clifton

California Harmonica Great John Clifton books Eugene and Portland Shows

As a co-founder (w/ brother Bill Clifton) of Fresno's The MoFo Party Band, John Clifton has solidified himself as one of Central California's most in demand blues frontmen since he started in the late '80's.  His from-the-gut vocal, harmonica…
United By Music USA

United By Music USA CD Release Show

Music Mondays at Lake Theater & Cafe is very pleased to welcome back United By Music USA on Oct 29 for their album release celebration! This show is both musically top-notch and heartwarming. It will feature the local professional mentors…
CBA Muddy Awards Moves to a New Venue

CBA Muddy Awards Moves to a New Venue – Promises the Same Exciting Event

The 2018 Cascade Blues Association Muddy Awards are just around the corner, taking place on Wednesday, November 14. We have a lot of ideas floating around for the event, but the biggest, newest thing is that this year’s ceremony and concert…
Hillstomp Celebrates New Release

Hillstomp Celebrates New Release with Two Nights At Doug Fir

Portland’s junkbox blues duo Hillstomp is infamous for digging through the dumps and forgotten backwoods of American music, recycling traditional elements into a refreshing and distinctive brand of do-it-yourself hill country blues stomp.…
Red Bird CD Release

Red Bird CD Release Show Set for The Lake Theater

Bre Gregg has been a regular on the Portland music scene for years, but her interest in many genres may well have confused you. Though she has performed blues, soul, jazz, roots, and Americana, her signature powerhouse vocals, both technically…
13th Annual Oregon Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

Aladdin Theater to Host 12th Annual Oregon Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony & Concert

The 12th Annual Oregon Music Hall of Fame (OMHOF) Induction & Concert will be held on Saturday, October 13 at 7:00 pm at the Aladdin Theater. This year’s class of honorees include artists Andy Stokes, Monti Amundson, Ural Thomas, Dover…
Sugaray Rayford

Sugaray Rayford – One of the Blues Biggest Stars, Schedules Oregon Performances

When Sugaray belts out a song, you not only hear it, you feel it. The excitement in the room is palpable when he takes the stage; he is a superb vocalist and entertainer. His dynamic voice is large just like the man. With his old school vocal…
Band Together II - A Fundraiser for Mekong Bistro

Band Together II – A Fundraiser for Disaster Relief Slated for Mekong Bistro

Over the past year we have seen a number of tragedies strike many people, including a number of blues musicians. Disasters such as fires, snow storms, and other unforeseen events have caused several to lose gigs and hit them square in the pocket…
Rae Gordon Band

Rae Gordon Band

It has been an amazing summer for the Rae Gordon Band.  The band appreciates all the venues, both in Portland and out that treat our band and musicians in general like family.  It felt like a family affair as always at the Waterfront Blues…
Gospel Blues

Gospel Blues

at West Hills Covenant Church Friday, October 26 and Maranatha Church Saturday, October 27 The new musical Gospel Blues, with music by Janice Scroggins and Dave Fleschner and story by Wayne Harrel, will take the stage this October 26-27 in Portland.…