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Made In Portland

Meet the Portlanders who are crafting innovative, world-renowned instruments, gear and technology—fueling our music scene and economy—right here in your own backyard. Photos by Sam Gehrke
The Color of Sound

Myles de Bastion of CymaSpace and Audiolux Devices lights the way for inclusive encounters with music through his groundbreaking technology.
The Portland Playlist: Ural Thomas

It’s time for Ural Thomas to spread love and bring The Pain—he shares the songs that inspire his music, plus a couple that he just can’t live without. Listen to his playlist now!
You Gotta Fight For Your Right

Calling all musicians and makers, "Let’s stand together as a united group," says Larry Crane of Jackpot! Recording Studio. Now is our time to disrupt our city’s development in a meaningful way that leaves the future of music brighter—and MusicPortland is your voice, ensuring that music is part of the conversation.
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Dazzleships Records: 'Raised by Women' [Album Premiere]

In an effort to promote local women artists and pay it forward, Dazzleships Records has compiled tracks from some of Portland's best for an album to benefit those in need.
Arlo Indigo: 'Heartbeef' [Album Premiere]

Soak in a moody new single from Arlo Indigo today before catching the release of 'Heartbeef' at Holocene on October 21 with stellar support from locals Jackson Boone and Small Skies. Then check back here on Monday for the full album stream!
The Maker Issue Is Out Now!

Get to know the Portlanders who craft innovative, world-renowned instruments and gear right here in your own backyard—from guitars, pedals, cables and amps to microphones and more. Plus new music from Donte Thomas, Maarquii, May Arden, soul legend Ural Thomas and record labels to watch.
How to Sell Your Merch

Get Paid! is our new panel series with MusicPortland and J-Fell Presents. Our first quarterly session is all about creating, marketing and selling your merch. Come to the Doug Fir on November 4 for our free, all-ages discussion with DIY merchandisers Kelley Roy of ADX, Blake Hickman of Good Cheer Records, and Cheryl Bland from Harefest—or stream it right here thanks to AudioGlobe!
Support Local, #PDXmusic-Loving Businesses

Portland's vibrant music scene is supported by local businesses that value music in our community. Check out these supporters of Vortex Music Magazine that play a vital role in encouraging, enabling and cultivating the music that circulates through the veins and culture of our city.

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