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Matt Dorrien's Got A Real Case of the Blues

The singer-songwriter's new LP may make you grey, but celebrating the release of 'In the Key of Grey' at The Old Church on May 23 will surely lift your spirits.
Laura Veirs: Devotional Experiments

The singer-songwriter observes where nature, science, art and activism intertwine on her 10th solo record 'The Lookout.' Celebrate its release at Mississippi Studios on May 19.
Help Crystal Lariza and CORNER Finish Their Record!

Lush is an understatement. When you first hear the sweeping harmonies of sisters Crystal and Angela Lariza, you’ll recognize echoes of Fleetwood Mac and First Aid Kit. The band's new EP, 'Where You Are,' was recorded at a cabin in Long Beach, Wash., and you can help make it come to life: Support the band's Kickstarter to fund mastering the record in Nashville!
Moorea Masa & The Mood 'Shine A Light'

After touring the world with k.d. lang, the soulful 25-year-old is set to release her debut record on May 11. Celebrate its release at the Doug Fir on May 20—plus enter to win a pile of Moorea Masa swag including vinyl, a framed photograph, shirt and more!
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Caitlin Jemma: 'Love Notes' [Album Premiere]

Caitlin Jemma discovers her baddest self on her fourth studio album, a genre-bending take on radical self-love. Celebrate the release of 'Love Notes' at The Liquor Store on May 3.
The Recording Issue Is Out Now!

The Rose City is full of incredible rooms dedicated to capturing the sounds of our local musicians. Take a look at several notable spaces, producers and engineers, plus hear new music from Laura Veirs, UMO, Moorea Masa, Matt Dorrien, Ezza Rose, The Pariahs, BlackWater HolyLight and more!
Vortex on Vinyl, Again!

To celebrate our fourth birthday, we gathered eight unreleased songs from local artists and cut a danceable, rock-and-rollable, emotional smattering of stellar PDX sounds to wax! Get your copy on Record Store Day or at our birthday party at Kelly’s Olympian—featuring LEO ISLO, Mic Capes and MAITA—on April 26!
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