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Are the Disco Biscuits in their renaissance era? Old school fans might kvetch that you had to be there during the early aughts when the so-called “transfusion” scene was thriving and the Biscuits were doing more experimental shows like live scores and their elusive Hot Air Balloon rock opera. But it was also during those […]

On Friday, January 17th, Blood Lemon released their new EP, Petite Deaths, and celebrated with a show at Portland, Oregon’s Mississippi Studios to kick off a short swing of shows across the West. For this show, Death Doula was on hand to open the show and The Prids closed it out. Petite Deaths was recorded […]

On New Year’s Eve, Tuesday, December 31st, Jerry Joseph and the Jackmormons ended a 5-night run in downtown Portland, Oregon with a celebration at the Star Theater. In addition to Joseph and Jackmormons Stevie James Wright (bass) and Steve Drizos (drums) the band welcomed Bradley Rosen (percussion) and Jenny Conlee-Drizos (keyboards). For the second set, […]

For jam band fans, the days leading to New Year’s Eve and the night itself may be the holiest of holidays. This is when the bands they love lay down roots in a chosen town and play multi-night runs of shows that are often filled with surprises. This might mean guests, stunts, costume parties, or […]

Jerry Joseph and the Jackmormons are escorting 2024 out the door with a run of five shows in downtown Portland, Oregon. The band played two nights at the Star Theater before moving to the Jack London Revue for the following two nights. For New Year’s Eve, the Jackmormons will return to the Star Theater with […]

Sierra Hull has been wowing audiences with her mandolin playing capabilities since before her age reached the double digits. Today, she’s not only known for her virtuosity and ability to sit in and play with just about anyone; she’s also become a confident and engaging band leader. On Wednesday, November 13th, Hull brought her instrumental […]

Leon Bridges’ neo-soul charm was on full display at the Armoy in Minneapolis, MN, on October 22nd, where the Texan was touring in support of his fourth full-length album, Leon, released Oct. 4. Photos by Billy Briggs.

When New Orleans drummer Stanton Moore links up with L.A. Hammond B3 ace Robert Walter and two of Seattle’s finest, guitarist Andy Coe and saxophone alchemist Skerik, good things are bound to happen. Those in the sold-out crowd at Portland’s The Get Down were anticipating some heady jam magic and they were not disappointed. Go […]

FORM Arcosanti is a unique festival at Arcosanti, an experimental town in Arizona founded by architect Paolo Soleri. The festival blends music, art, and architecture, focusing on sustainability and community. It showcases various artists and musicians, fostering creativity and collaboration in a stunning desert landscape. Despite its limited capacity, the festival has managed to attract […]

Two progressively forceful artists, Michael Kiwanuka and Brittany Howard, brought their joint tour to the Palace Theatre in St. Paul, MN, on 10/6/24. Reflecting the spirit of the great soul singers past and present, the two combined for a potent and poignant evening of funk, soul, R&B and all-around inventive sounds. Photos by Billy Briggs.