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While also practicing social distancing (and remaining entertained and educated during self-quarantine), is to subscribe to Vortex! We're still hard at work on our spring issue—due out middle of April—and you can get it in your mailbox. The coronavirus pandemic is wreaking havoc on the music industry and many in our #PDXmusic community are facing uncertain futures. Now is the time to stand together and support one another!
What's the Financial Impact of Covid-19 on Oregon Musicians—Share Your Story!

And if you're stuck at home, find out where to live stream #PDXmusic plus keep yourself occupied with hours of local music we've curated just for you!
Professional Recording for (Not Quite) Professional Musicians

For newbies (and old hats), learn about the studio experience, how to evaluate an engineer, and what you can do to get ready from the pros at local studios B-Side, Revolver, Bathrobe Records, Burn Money Music and Dead Aunt Thelma's.
Whim: 'Brick Walls and All Their Secrets' [Song Premiere]

Bricks are not the only things that hold secrets. On Whim’s new single, the artist leaves plenty obscured for listeners to discover on their own.
Sex, Drugs and Rock ‘n’ Roll... Responsibly

Embracing this hedonistic stereotype leads to a very unsustainable lifestyle for artists who already lack affordable healthcare options. In pursuit of health and wellness for Portland musicians, let’s confront the occupational hazards that can make self-care difficult and look to support our community, because music is healing but our musicians are hurting.
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.
Listeners Like You

Each dollar spent on local music supports all corners of the creative economy.
Olivia Awbrey: 'Advanced State of Decay' [Song Premiere]

Prepping to release her punk-tinged, self-aware debut LP on May 1, Olivia Awbrey will crisscross the NW rocking Rx Fest on February 15 and Boise’s Treefort at the end of March before returning home to celebrate her record release (and Vortex's sixth birthday!) at the Doug Fir with Long Hallways and Rum River Cult on April 19.
Sex, Drugs and Rock ‘n’ Roll... Responsibly: New Issue Out Now!

Being a musician isn’t just sex, drugs and rock and roll. In fact, that’s a very unsustainable lifestyle. In pursuit of health and wellness for Portland musicians, let’s explore how we can support the well-being of our community. Plus new music from Lisa Vazquez, Rose City Band and MAITA.

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