Guy Davis

Portland Folkmusic Society Welcomes Guy Davis

Recognized as one of the elite acoustic bluesmen of his time, Guy Davis has had his musical storytelling influenced by artists like Blind Willie McTell and Big Bill Broonzy, and his musicality from artists as diverse as Lightnin' Hopkins and…
Music Millennium’s 50th Anniversary

Aladdin Theater to Host Music Millennium’s 50th Anniversary Celebration

Music Millennium has been Portland’s record store since 1969 and a longtime supporter of the Cascade Blues Association since its inception. Music Millennium turns 50 years old on March 15 and will be celebrating with an evening of music.…
Ruthie Foster Books

Ruthie Foster Books Performances in Portland, Eugene

Those who have followed Ruthie Foster's eclectic musical history know that she can burn down any stage with her combustible blend of soul, blues, rock, folk, and gospel. Hailed as one of the finest blues artists if her time, Ruthie Foster’s…
Shawn James

Shawn James, Modern Troubadour, To Play The Hawthorne Lounge

Shawn James’ voice is a force of nature, a musical preacher to a flock that accepts everyone, a combination of the gospel choirs he sang with as a youngster and his training in classical music and opera. Born and raised on the South Side of…
Sister Sparrow

Sister Sparrow Slated for Mississippi Studios

For nearly a decade, Sister Sparrow & The Dirty Birds have been hailed for their explosive brand of modern soul, celebrated equally for their three studio albums and electrifying live performances. Touring in support of the release of their…
Tommy Castro & The Painkillers

Tommy Castro & The Painkillers Schedule Three Oregon Stops on Its Record Release Tour

Over the course of his career, guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter Tommy Castro – a six-time Blues Music Award-winner, including the coveted BB King Entertainer of the Year award – has played thousands of shows to hundreds of thousands of…
Winter Blues - Music Festival

Winter Blues – Music Festival Returns

  “Winter Blues” Music Festival is celebrating its seventh year of amazing music.  Hosted by the Milwaukie Elks Lodge on March 9, there will be two dance floors, with beverages and food available. Featuring performances from this…
I Put a Spell on You - A Tribute to Nina Simone

“I Put a Spell on You” – A Tribute to Nina Simone Coming to the Alberta Rose Theatre

Nina Simone was an amazing human, and her music speaks to the ongoing struggles that face our society. Her controversial voice has been sampled by countless artists, and her life has been examined in multiple documentaries. She survived abuse…
Four Trains Runnin’ Muddy Waters Tribute

“Four Trains Runnin’” — Muddy Waters Celebration & Blues Dance Coming To The Lake Theater

  “Four Trains Runnin’" is a Muddy Waters Tribute show that features four internationally acclaimed blues musicians who relish in the performance of old school traditional blues. The show, featuring the songs of Muddy Waters and his…
Walla Walla Guitar Festival

Walla Walla Guitar Festival 2019

The eighth annual Walla Walla Guitar Festival will bring twenty-five bands to ten venues in downtown Walla Walla, Washington over three days, March 8 - 10. Multiple events will take over the city, including an opening concert, a multi-venue…