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Rethinking Your Perfect Pickathon: 2022 Promises an Otherworldly Return for the Beloved Portland Festival
Ryan J. Prado - Aug 1, 2022
Whether it’s your first time at Pendarvis Farm, or you misplaced a hoodie at your campsite in the before-times and are desperately hoping it’s waiting for you at the lost and found, Pickathon 2022...
Making Moves with Mo Troper [Song Premiere]
Jose Amandor - Dec 11, 2019
The pillar of Portland power pop has had a busy year but it only appears to be ramping up as Mo Troper just celebrated the grand opening of his new retail store Hawthorne Game Exchange and is set...
KAZU and the Cradle of Elba
Andrea Janda - Oct 19, 2019
Taking exile from city life, Kazu Makino of Blonde Redhead is reborn as a solo artist on 'Adult Baby.'
Music and Recovery: Kendall Core’s Battle with Lyme Disease
Skylor Young - May 3, 2019
After years of being told she was losing her mind, Kendall Core lives to spread awareness of this underdiagnosed disease and will continue to do so on May 12 at Holocene alongside fellow...
A Portrait of a Country Songwriter: In Conversation with Cam
Bren Swogger - Dec 11, 2017
With an ever-growing fanbase and Grammy nominations already under her belt, country singer-songwriter Cam is back with a new album and a new tour. Vortex talked to her and got to the root of her...
The Evolution of Allie X
Bren Swogger - Aug 16, 2017
Prior to her upcoming show at the Star Theater on August 24, Vortex spoke with the pop songwriter about the evolution of her music and the creation of her debut studio album.
Spare Spells' Desert Ghost Story for the Rain-Soaked Pacific Northwest
Katey Trnka - May 19, 2017
Haunted by their origins in the barren lands of the American Southwest and eastern Washington, the desert goth rockers' debut full-length features spooky incantations and supernatural instrumentation.
Pop, Jazz and Dance: In Conversation with Spencer Ludwig
Bren Swogger - Mar 18, 2017
Before opening for Bebe Rexha at Portland’s Wonder Ballroom on March 13, rising star Spencer Ludwig sat down backstage for a conversation about touring, his inspirations, and the power of jazz.
Who is Yur Daddy?
Ollie Collins - Jan 11, 2017
Perennial favorites at the Oregon Brewers Festival, Yur Daddy is ready to release their latest album, 'Alive.' Check them out at their release show on January 13 at the White Eagle.
Darker Tastes: A Preview of XYLØ
Bren Swogger - Oct 24, 2016
Prior to their first visit to Portland, which will kick off their tour with The Naked and Famous, synthpop brother-sister duo XYLØ give Vortex a sneak peek of their music and live set.
A Brief History of Phases: An Interview with Z Berg
Bren Swogger - Aug 12, 2016
On the cusp of kicking off their tour with Fitz and the Tantrums, Phases’ Z Berg talks to Vortex about the band's beginnings, transformation, debut album and creating their live shows. See them on...
Portland Down on the Farm
Ryan J. Prado - Aug 2, 2016
As Pickathon hosts its 18th annual gathering from August 4 to 7, Portland artists and creators of all stripes will continue to represent the best of Portland's sounds, sights and tastes.
Meant To Be: Great Good Fine OK, A Pop Paragon
Sarah Midkiff - Jul 15, 2016
We caught up with Jon Sandler, one-half of the Brooklyn-based synth pop duo, as he prepares for the band’s series of shows along the West Coast including a stop at the Doug Fir on July 24.
Indigo Girls: Song, Spirituality and Social Justice
Andrea Janda - May 13, 2016
In their 30-plus years as a band, Indigo Girls have increasingly turned their attention to social causes.
Sex, Dogs and Mental Health? Logan Lynn Tackles Depression and Suicidal Ideation on New Record
Chris Young - Mar 10, 2016
After years of translating emotional hardship into musical coherence, Lynn's grief has "opened the door to creating something beautiful" as he returns with his eighth studio record, 'Adieu,' in...
