Home | Vortex Music Magazine

Portland Live This Week

Tommy Alexander: ‘Waves’ [Album Review]

On his sophomore album, the Portland songwriter basks in moody summertime Americana
The Sounds of The Rose City Revolution [Playlist]

Thanks to the independent thinkers in the streets, freelance journalists on social media, and #PDXmusic makers in our homegrown studios, this revolution is both live and televised—and our protest music will be documented here. Do you have an anthem for this revolution? Share it with us at Loading.... Photo by Andrew Wallner
Save Our Stages

We need numerous independently owned venues and festivals to sustain our robust music ecosystem in Oregon. As the first to close but the last to reopen, these incubators of artistry are vital to our culture and economy but they will not survive without our support. Take action today!
Watch Bocha's 'Brown Skin' Live at EYRST Studios [Video Premiere]

If you are going to indulge in black culture, then you must truly honor the bodies behind the art. If you see beauty in "Brown Skin," then take Bocha's words to heart.
When The World Goes Dark, Music Is Our Light

In a blink, Covid-19 devastated the music industry. Together, we'll adapt and evolve. We will continue to shine a light on information that provides hope and offers perspective beyond overwhelming coronavirus stats. Plus new music from Sir Nai, Isabeau Waia'u Walker, Frankie Simone, Gaytheist and Wipers. New issue out now!
Artist to Watch: Sir Nai Finds Purpose In These Beats

The young Portland producer makes soundtrack scores more than beats.
We Are Fighting to Keep Music and Journalism Thriving in Portland: Join Us!

In times of uncertainty, it's more important than ever to shine a light on information that provides hope and offers perspective beyond overwhelming coronavirus stats. We will continue to tell stories of our #PDXmusic community. Subscribe to Vortex and get the mag in your mailbox every quarter.
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.
In Dark Times, I Sing of Trees

In a blink, Covid-19 devastated the music industry. Together, we’ll adapt and evolve. During these times of uncertainty, it's more important than ever to shine a light on information that provides hope and offers perspective beyond overwhelming coronavirus stats. We will continue to tell stories of our #PDXmusic community.

Vortex Picks

Recent

Upcoming events

Show Picks by Team Vrtx

Kris Luke, Photographer

See more by Kris Luke

Twitter

Tweets by vrtxmag