“There’s nothing more American than rock ’n’ roll,” Jones explains in the Seattle Times, “And in this time period, we need it now more than ever. Regardless of who is responsible, there’s divisiveness in this country that we’ve…
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If life were at all fair, Ural Thomas would be a household name; his music slotted into countless sweet, seductive mixtapes between James Brown, Otis Redding, and Stevie Wonder (all with whom Thomas has performed.) Straddling the line between…
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Greyhounds are the Austin trio of Anthony Farrell (vocals, keyboards), Andrew Trube (vocals and guitar) and Ed Miles (drums). Many music fans remember Farrell and Trube as key members of JJ Grey's band MOFRO for many years. After parting with…
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Stumptown Soul is back for its sixth year with an all‐star cast of Portland blues, jazz, rock & roll, and soul musicians who will light up the stage. This holiday tradition is a benefit for the Jeremy Wilson Foundation and the Children’s…
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This trio of musicians come from different corners of the "big tent" that is the Blues. This show will be the first time these three performers have shared the stage in this unique combination. Let them take you through all the permutations…
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The Cascade Blues Association is pleased to announce that our signature event and one of the most anticipated evenings in the blues regionally, The Muddy Awards, will be held at The Alberta Rose Theatre on Wednesday, November 6. Twenty-two…
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Artists from across the roots-music landscape gather for a night showcasing some of music’s best young, contemporary talent!
Matt Andersen is a powerhouse performer with a giant soul-filled voice, the blues in his bones, and a commanding stage…
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Born in Detroit where she began signing at the age of twelve, Sheila Wilcoxson moved to Portland in 1978. She formed the band Sheila & The Boogiemen which brought her high accolades in the city’s music community. Her next group Back Porch…
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by Greg Johnson, Cascade Blues Association President
The past month has really hit hard and brought a lot into perspective on how precious life can be and how we need to recognize the musicians and people who truly mean something in our lives.…
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There is so much good music out there. To help sort through it, we recommend starting here.
Beth Hart – War In My Mind (Mascot Label Group)
Hollywood Fats Band – Blues By The Pound, Vol. 1 (TopCat records)
Jimmy Pritchard – Meet Me In…
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Ayron Jones and The Way
Ural Thomas & The Pain — 80th Birthday Celebration
Greyhounds Back in Portland
6th Annual Stumptown Soul Holiday Spectacular
Triple Threat – Lisa Mann, Ben Rice & Lara Price
2019 Muddy Awards Return to The Alberta Rose Theatre
Roots Rising – Three Up & Coming Artists Together
Goodbye Shelia Wilcoxson
Ramblings On My Mind – November
November New Music Releases