Reviews
Tracks
Future Sunsets Live from The Rye Room [Video Premiere]
Kelsey Greco - Apr 11, 2019
The latest Rye Room Session features David Michael Frank of Future Sunsets performing “All or Nothing.” Get to know the charismatic lead singer below!
Ky Burt: ‘Maple Grove’ [Video Premiere]
Kelsey Greco - Apr 3, 2019
After years of writing, performing and reworking his music, Ky Burt is ready to share his debut full-length. Watch the sweet animated short that accompanies his first single and don’t miss him at...
Dogheart: 'Vices' [Video Premiere]
Chris Young - Apr 1, 2019
Soak up the '90s nostalgic vibes of Dogheart's camcorder days hanging at the mall and then celebrate the cassette release of their new record at No Fun on May 25.
Josephine Antoinette: 'It's Enough' [Song Premiere]
Skylor Powell - Mar 29, 2019
After years of making music with others, the soulful, jazzy singer is finally ready to share her own songs and the plethora of influences that inspire her. Listen to Josephine Antoinette's first...
Emily Scott Robinson Live from The Rye Room [Video Premiere]
Kelsey Greco - Mar 28, 2019
The latest Rye Room Session features Emily Scott Robinson performing “Overalls.”
Albums
Holiday Breath Records: 'Bummer Pop: Volume 1' [Album Premiere]
Katey Trnka - Apr 9, 2019
The boutique label's latest comp is a testament to the spirit of collaboration and gloomy-yet-catchy rock and roll. Celebrate its release at Bummer Pop Fest at Kelly's Olympian on April 20.
Arlo Indigo and Butter Cap Off A Year Together [EP Premiere]
Chris Young - Mar 12, 2019
Over the past year, the poppy trio Butter helped moody rocker Arlo Indigo put a little pep in his step, filling in as his backing band and also re-envisioning some of his material. Now, they'll...
Shook Twins: The Voices of Balance
Skylor Powell - Feb 14, 2019
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...
Y La Bamba Soundtracks A Movement
Elizabeth Seward - Feb 1, 2019
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...
The Cabin Project: ‘Decenter’ [Album Premiere]
Roxy Runyan - Jan 29, 2019
The journey-like quality of the Portland four-piece's fifth album swirls around the listener like a meteor shower. Celebrate its celestial release at a double release show with Camp Crush at the...
Show Reviews
An Intimate Night with Angel Olsen
Brendan Swogger - Sep 16, 2018
As part of her Tiny Dreams solo tour, singer-songwriter Angel Olsen made a stop at Portland’s Newmark Theatre for an intimate two-night run alongside Hand Habits.
Life as a Hologram: Superorganism Take Over the Wonder
Brendan Swogger - Sep 7, 2018
After a stellar debut and a sold-out Doug Fir set in March, the excitement surrounding Superorganism’s Portland return was high when the band’s latest tour kicked off at the Wonder Ballroom on...
Girls/Girls/Boys: Panic! at the Disco’s Return to the Moda Center
Brendan Swogger - Aug 16, 2018
Alongside Hayley Kiyoko and ARIZONA, Panic! at the Disco made their return to the Moda Center arena with a bigger production and bigger setlist for a celebration of love and pride.
Where Folk Rock Meets Punk: Hop Along at the Wonder Ballroom
Brendan Swogger - Aug 14, 2018
Though many shows rely heavily on production to feed the crowd, Hop Along’s set at the Wonder Ballroom proved that raw lyrics and vocal presence are enough to captivate a diverse fanbase.
In Golden Glow: Vance Joy at Edgefield
Brendan Swogger - Jul 8, 2018
With a beautiful Oregon sunset as a backdrop, Vance Joy brought his latest album, 'Nation of Two,' to a sold-out Edgefield crowd with a little help from Mondo Cozmo.
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