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Gordon Keepers: 'Romeo' [Song Premiere]

Portland music veteran Gordon Keepers' debut solo effort opens with the timeless tale of love against a backdrop of intolerance. Don't miss his record release show at No Fun on February 15.
Watch Cedar Teeth Live from Mississippi Studios Thanks to Banana Stand Media [Video Premiere]

Experience this haunting, powerful, first-ever live performance from vocalist Erin Corzine and then catch the band back at Mississippi Studios with Head for the Hills on February 16!
Artist to Watch: Bask in Merō's Slow-Burning Gloom Pop

The emotive four-piece's debut record has been three years in the making but they're finally ready to celebrate the digital release of 'Hands,' 10 tracks of moody pop, alongside Sama Dams, Sheers and The Casual Scene at the Doug Fir on February 17.
Shook Twins: The Voices of Balance

Identical twin sisters Laurie and Katelyn Shook harmonize about the good men in their lives on their new LP. 'Some Good Lives' is out February 15 via Portland's Dutch Records, but get ready to celebrate its release at Revolution Hall on April 6.
A Work In Progress: How Portland’s Music Scene Can Shift Towards Healing

#MeToo is an international movement that affects individuals at all levels, and Portland's creative community is not immune to the toxicity that often pervades the entertainment industry. But we have the power to create change and support survivors in our scene.
Musical Interlude: Hip-Hop Returns on April 19!

Celebrate the fifth birthday of Vortex as local artists perform stripped-down versions of their songs and tell the stories behind them, all on a theatrical set at Artists Rep!
#MeToo In #PDXmusic: New Issue Out Now!

This international movement affects individuals at all levels and our creative community is not immune to the toxicity that often pervades the entertainment industry. But we have the power to create change! Explore insight from Olivia Awbrey, Y La Bamba, Shook Twins and #WomenCrush Music, plus new music from Merō, KayelaJ and Fox and Bones, record labels to watch, podcasts and more.
Y La Bamba Soundtracks A Movement

A synchronous accompaniment to #MeToo, Y La Bamba's fifth record is a testament to the strength of women. “We are women, we are powerful,” Luz Elena Mendoza sings on the title track “Mujeres”—celebrate its release at Revolution Hall on February 9.
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#WomenCrush Music: Shaping The Future

A passion project started in Portland has grown into a global community. Experience #WCM showcases at the White Eagle on the third Wednesday of every other month—next up February 20—and an open mic at Strum Guitars on March 15. Photos by Tasha Bielaga of Electric Daze Magazine
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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