Blues Diva JJ Thames & The Violet ReVolt

Blues Diva JJ Thames & The Violet ReVolt Visits The White Eagle

Dubbed the "Future of the Blues" by legendary "Misty Blue" recording artist Dorothy Moore and a "Blues Trailblazer" by Living Blues Magazine, JJ Thames is the leave-it-all-on-the-stage front-woman of the Violet ReVOLT, possessing the mesmerizing…
New Music to Note-September 2021

Mississippi Studios Hosts An Evening with Chris Thomas King

Award winning folk and blues guitarist Chris Thomas King returns to Portland for a showcase at Mississippi Studios, 3939 N Mississippi Avenue, on Sunday, March 4, at 8:00 pm.  Based in Louisiana, King is a successor to the authentic blues tradition…
Walla Walla Guitar Festival

Weekend Full of Blues at the Walla Walla Guitar Festival

The 7th annual Walla Walla Guitar Festival returns the weekend of March 9 – 11 with another spectacular line-up featuring more than thirty acts on stage throughout downtown Walla Walla, WA. The event will include a Friday night kick-off show,…
Janiva Magness

Blues Vocal Great Janiva Magness Returns to The Lake Theater

Janiva Magness is one of the most powerful and commanding entertainers in the world today. Her strong blues vocals and songwriting, taken from the hardships of her own life, have won her many accolades throughout her career — not only a Grammy…
ZZ Ward

Wonder Ballroom Welcomes ZZ Ward

Los Angeles-based vocalist and multi-instrumentalist ZZ Ward grew up listening to a lot of blues and hip hop, so blending these two styles just came naturally. She explains that “it was more about simplicity, honing in on what I love about…
New Music to Note-September 2021

 Taj Mahal Visits Eugene’s Shedd Institute

For over five decades and with more than forty albums to his credit, Taj Mahal has played a vital role in preserving traditional blues and African-American roots music. “What inspires me most about my career is that I’ve been able to make…
The Wood Brothers photo by Alysse Gafkjen

Americana Band The Wood Brothers Coming to The Crystal Ballroom

After leaving their native Colorado, The Wood Brothers pursued different musical interests. Chris journeyed to New York and found fame with the jazz-funk outfit Medeski, Martin & Wood, while Oliver took his love for the blues to Atlanta…
New Music to Note-September 2021

7th Annual Winter Blues Music Festival Slated for March 10

Celebrating its seventh year, the Winter Blues Music Festival will take place on March 10 at the Elk’s Lodge,13121 SE McLoughlin Boulevard in Oak Grove. This year’s event will feature the music of Gabriel Cox, Timothy James & The Portland…
2023 Journey to Memphis Finalists

Journey To Memphis Dates Set for 2018

The 2018 Journey To Memphis first round will be held on Saturday, May 19 and Sunday, May 20 at The Garages Music & Event Center, 4800 SW Western Avenue in Beaverton. We will be holding the event earlier this year to avoid conflict with Rose…
New Music to Note-September 2021

New Music To Note – March 2018

Here’s a list of new music received at the CBA office, purchased personally, or listened to this past month of note: Brett Benton – Live at Highway 99 Blues Club (Country Blood Records) Carolyn Gaines – Beware Of My Dog (Polka Dot Records) Johnny…