Thievery Corporation Let Vocalists Shine with Portland, OR Dance Party (SHOW REVIEW)
It’s hard to believe it’s been almost thirty years since the world was introduced to the worldly sounds of Eric Hilton and Rob Garza. All these years later, the music of Thievery Corporation still sounds fresh and original in the way it achieves maximum chillness while also incorporating a melange of genres and styles from […]
Brennen Leigh Exudes Her Love of Country Music with Charming Portland, OR Performance (SHOW REVIEW)
The week between Christmas and New Year’s Eve is generally a slow one for touring musicians, but some choose to make a go of it and squeeze in a handful of final gigs. Brennen Leigh released her latest album Ain’t Through Honky Tonkin’ Yet back in June, and she’s still out promoting it with a […]
Jerry Joseph & the Jackmormons Kick Off Portland, Oregon New Year’s Run with Arena-worthy Rock Performance (SHOW REVIEW/PHOTOS)
There are few artists out there who never put on a bad show. This is even more true in our current culture of entitlement where a lack of work ethic doesn’t always translate to good art and performance. Luckily, Jerry Joseph is still working his ass off and doing the damn thing. For over three […]
CAUSTIC COMMENTARY REWIND: Uncovering 2024’s Most Under The Radar Songs: Michael Nau, Chuck Strangers, Hotline TNT, Kendra Morris & More
It is hard to believe that this is the last Friday of 2023 when I have to roll my lazy bones out of bed and dig through a long list of releases. It is a weekly tradition I will miss in the coming weeks but never fear, the Caustic machine will be fully operational at […]
Cinematic Inspirations: How Films Can Influence Students’ Career Choices
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Patterson Hood Brings December Solo Run to a Close in Portland, OR (SHOW REVIEW/PHOTOS)
Everybody has holiday traditions, and for this writer that tradition has been catching Patterson Hood perform solo in Portland, Oregon. Each December, the co-frontman of the Drive-By Truckers embarks on a mini tour that usually culminates in the Rose City, which he has called home for quite some time now. In a way, this run […]
SONG PREMIERE: Cereus Bright Drifts Into a Peaceful Calm with Breezy Indie-folk Tune “Pink Sky”
Cereus Bright is the musical moniker of Knoxville, Tennessee-based songwriter, Tyler Anthony.As a budding indie-folk outfit, Anthony and his rotating band spent almost a decade touring the U.S. opening for elite musicians from diverse styles; from the chamber-folk of The Oh Hellos to the meta-modern country of Sturgill Simpson to the jam-pop of Phillip Phillips […]
55 Years Ago Today – Glen Campbell Hits Number One On Album Charts With ‘Wichita Lineman’
VIDEO PREMIERE: Malena Cadiz Showcases Jazzy Singer-Songwriter Chops On “Call It A Night” Live From Gold-Diggers
Malena Cadiz’ voice is a thing of wonder: a jazzy and silky vibrato that can ease the most tumultuous day or help set the mood for the most daunting dinner party. While comparisons to Norah Jones might come too easy, there are other facets of Cadiz’ singer-songwriter presentation that make her more than just a […]