Guitar Hero Eric Gales

Famed Guitar Hero Eric Gales Coming to The Aladdin

Blues-rock guitarist Eric Gales was originally hailed as a child prodigy when, at the age of four, he first picked up the instrument. With his older brothers Eugene and Manuel (aka Little Jimmy King) showing him songs and licks in the styles…
New Iberians

Mardi Gras Double Header – New Iberians / Swamp Thang

In February, The New Iberians will be celebrating their twentieth-annual Mardi Gras Dance Party by bringing their own blend of Louisiana zydeco with a taste of blues to the Bare Bones Café and Bar. Joining them again this year will be Swamp…
Albert Cummings

Albert Cummings – Blues Guitar Master

It’s been said that you don’t choose the blues – it chooses you. For guitar virtuoso Albert Cummings, no words could ring more true. Cummings masterful guitar wizardry has drawn comparisons to iconic axe legends Albert King, Freddie King,…
Rose City Kings

Rose City Kings Lundi Gras Celebration

The Rose City Kings are well known for their exciting live performances and have released five critically acclaimed albums. The band will be returning to The Lake Theater & Café for their second annual Lundi Gras Celebration, which will…
Eilen Jewell

Mysti Krewe of Nimbus Mardi Gras Celebrations

You’re invited to Join the Mysti Krewe of Nimbus as they celebrate Carnival season with the Northwest’s most authentic Mardi Gras events. On Saturday 22, the Tenth Annual Portland Mardi Gras Ball will be held at The Wonder Ballroom. There…
Dustbowl Revival

Dustbowl Revival Brings An Eclectic Mix to Town

Based out of Venice, California, the Dustbowl Revival are a large string and brass ensemble whose colorful combination of swing, bluegrass, jazz, and Americana have earned them a national following. Bandleader and principal songwriter Zach…
ZZ Ward

ZZ Ward Brings Her Modern Take On Blues Back to Portland

ZZ Ward didn’t have to look too far for inspiration on her second full-length album, 2017’s The Storm. Equally evocative of blues grit and hip-hop bounce, the Los Angeles-based vocal powerhouse and multi-instrumentalist leapt forward by…
Tribute to Etta James

A Valentines Day Tribute to Etta James Featuring Davi 

Dynamic and soulful vocalist Davi joins forces with some of Portland’s top-shelf musicians to showcase the blistering blues of the legendary Etta James. The tribute ensemble has Davi on lead vocals, Paul Stewart on bass, Dan Gildea on guitar,…

Marcia Ball & Sonny Landreth – Sensational Double Billed Show

There’s no question that Marcia Ball and Sonny Landreth are two of the world’s premier blues musicians, each possessing long and celebrated histories. Any show featuring either one is worth attending, but a show where they share a stage…
Eilen Jewell

Eilen Jewell – Renowned Vocalist Returns

Crafting a unique style that mixes poetic ballads with swinging rockers, Eilen Jewell ranks among the best of those artists performing within the Americana genre today. As the reigning Queen of the Minor Key, Jewell leads a tight quartet who…