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The Blue Diamond Hosts Fenix Project’s International Blues Challenge Fundraiser

The Fenix Project will represent The Cascade Blues Association at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis this month. A dynamic, soulful rhythm and blues band led by saxophonist/vocalist Fenix Sanders, the band has held court in Portland’s…
Johnny Boy Kunk

Delta Bluesman Johnny Boy Kunk Slated for Mock Crest Tavern

Boise-based bluesman Johnny Boy Kunk was influenced by the blues at an early age. Listening to the music of traditional artists like Charley Patton and Lightnin’ Hopkins struck home for him and he has sought to learn as much of the styles…
Sister Rosetta Tharpe Tribute

Sister Rosetta Tharpe Tribute Heads To Eugene on Saturday, January 12

During a time when the idea of a guitar-playing woman was nonexistent, not only did guitarist and vocalist Rosetta Tharpe erase this line by mastering the symbol of musical masculinity, but her blend of gospel and secular music was seen as…
Robert Richter

Music Millennium Hosts Robert Richter CD Release Performance

Saturday, January 12, Portland musician Robert Richter mark the official release of his long awaited CD "Thick and Thin" with a special solo acoustic performance. Known for his versatility as a singer, songwriter, guitarist, record producer,…

Sensational Bay Area Vocalist Marina Crouse Plays Catfish Lou’s

On Saturday, January 12 Marina Crouse, a notable rising musician on the San Francisco/Bay Area music scene, will bring her talents to Catfish Lou’s. Her early classical training is reflected in her powerful and versatile vocal style that…
Andrew Duhon

New Orleans Songwriter Andrew Duhon at Mississippi Studios

New Orleans Songwriter Andrew Duhon Saturday, January 12 “Another world-class voice is heard from Louisiana, another soulful, mesmerizing singer who writes emotional songs with impact and heart. Andrew Duhon is a troubadour for the next…
Howlin’ Rain

Heavy Rockin’ Blues Sound with Howlin’ Rain Coming to Doug Fir

Saturday, January 12, San Francisco’s blues rock outfit Howlin’ Rain will visit The Doug Fir Lounge in support of its latest release, Alligator Bride. This new album is characterized by stimulating contradictions and melodies with a folky,…
Tom Gilberts - Grit

Tom Gilberts Schedules Official Release Party For New Album Grit

On Sunday, January 6, Guitarist Tom Gilberts will celebrate with an official Portland release party for his terrific recording Grit. Mostly an instrumental album, it features all original music showcasing Gilberts diversity at an array of guitar…
Larry Pattis & Eric Skye

Artichoke Café to Host American Guitar Masters Larry Pattis & Eric Skye

On Saturday, January 5 The American Guitar Masters Touring Concert Series will visit Portland. This series offers group concerts featuring compositions and arrangements of Celtic tunes, American Roots, Jazz, Delta blues, instrumental gems, and…
Too Slim - Too Slim & The Taildraggers Return To Billy Blues

NW Blues Legends Too Slim & The Taildraggers Headed to Alberta Rose

Tim “Too Slim“ Langford is a monster guitarist and unabashed blues rocker whose influences run the gamut from Lightnin’ Hopkins, Freddy King, Duane Allman, and Lynyrd Skynyrd to Robin Trower. Langford is a prolific singer/songwriter whose…