Indie/ folk rock band with Chris Andrews-drums, Frank Donovan-guitar/vocals, Ken Donovan-fretless bass/vocals, Kevin McGinn-guitar, Gary Greenberg-B3/Rhodes/Piano,http://www.myspace.com/dreamswell
READ MORE »Bob Rasero & the Renovators | Friday, January 27, 2012 | 8PM
“Smooth Blues” with Bob Rasero on guitar & vocals, Ted Hemberger on drums & vocals, and Al Hemberger on bass, upton upright bass & vocals. http://www.bobrasero.com/
READ MORE »Samuel James & Dana Gross | Thursday, January 26, 2012 | 10PM
SAMUEL JAMES: A roots troubadour of the highest order, James will sing you a song with raw, sweat-pouring soul, all the while playing the guitar with such commanding virtuosity you’ll swear he’s reinventing it. Then he’ll tell you a story enrapturing you to the point where you’ll almost forget he’s a musician. http://therealsamueljames.com/ DANA GROSS: [...]
READ MORE »Builder of the House | Thursday, January 26, 2012 | 8PM
Builder of the House is my newest musical incarnation. The music combines elements of bluegrass and folk with vocal effects, percussive guitar and lyrics that volley between spirituality, metaphysics, and the human experience at large. Others have compared the music to Bright Eyes, Jack Johnson, Nick Drake, Eliot Smith, Ennio Morricone and Harry Nillsson.http://builderofthehouse.com/fr_news.cfm
READ MORE »Jenna Moynihan | Wednesday, January 25, 2012 | 7:30PM
On tour now with the Folk Arts Quartet! Check it out! 19 year old Jenna Moynihan is quickly making a name for herself in the fiddle world. A native of Lakewood, New York, she grew up playing Scottish and Cape Breton traditional folk music, and has since branched into a variety of different folk traditions [...]
READ MORE »NOMINATE BLUE!
It’s that time of year again…The Portland Phoenix Best Of Nominations have begun. http://contests.thephoenix.com/thebest/portland/2012/noms/arts#cat10268
READ MORE »JAZZ AT THE BLUE featuring MARK TIPTON’S Tip o’ the Hat Series | Saturday, January 21, 2012 | 10PM
Mark and his fearless Trio present the First Installment in their “Tip ‘O the Hat” Series at BLUE, Portland’s most intimate music venue. First Set: Each month, Mark pays homage to a late great musician who has a profound influence his Musical Life and Personality. (FYI – Not all musicians chosen are associated with Jazz!) [...]
READ MORE »Sean Mencher & His Rhythm Kings | Saturday, January 21, 2012 | 8PM
Sean Mencher and His Rhythm Kings play classic 1950′s style Rockabilly music. These guys put on a lively show…a guaranteed great time! http://www.jumpingfrom6to6.com/itvmencher.htm
READ MORE »Chris Trapper | Friday, January 20, 2012 | 8PM
DON’T MISS THIS SHOW…Not only a great musician but a humorous entertainer! CHRIS TRAPPER began his career as the front man for late–90’s alternative rock band THE PUSH STARS (Capitol Records). With four CD releases and several high profile national tours – including a run with Matchbox Twenty – The Push Stars served to establish Chris [...]
READ MORE »Matt Meyer & The Gumption Junction | Friday, January 20, 2012 | 10PM
Join Portland’s Handsomest Band™ as they play their inimitable blend of old time mountain music, new roots, and sea shanties. ALWAYS A GREAT TIME! Like them on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Matt-Meyer-and-the-Gumption-Junction/140085522688090
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