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Music & Mary Jane
This is our 20th issue, released on 4/20. Whether you believe it’s science or just pop culture that make music and cannabis such a merry pairing, the two clearly have a symbiotic relationship. Some of the greatest musical minds were stoned while creating some of the greatest musical moments. But in Portland’s music scene, it’s not just big beats and bigger bong rips: Cannabis complements—and improves—the lives of local musicians. Explore the ways music and marijuana intersect in Portland’s music community and beyond.
Issue #20 shows the ways cannabis fits into the lives of local artists, from supplementing their income to playing an impactful role in day-to-day life to pairing Portland’s best musical dispensaries with nearby munchies and listening to the dankest 420-friendly #PDXmusic playlist—spark up and dig in!
Plus discover rising talents Kid Indigo, The Get Ahead, Haley Johnsen and Anna Tivel, explore several local record labels to watch and podcasts to put on your playlist, and learn how to sell out and make money licensing your music.
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From The Editor
I Got 5 On It
Chris Young - Apr 12, 2019
We turn five with our 20th issue, which drops on 4/20—and we all know that music and cannabis make a merry pairing so let's celebrate! Join us a day early on April 19 at Artists Rep when ePP,...
Community
The Portland Underground: Yes We Cannabis!
Ollie Collins - Jun 25, 2019
Weed is to the underground as apple pie is to Americana.
Resources
How to Sell Out
Chris Young - May 1, 2019
And make a living from your music! Learn about licensing, partnership and sponsorship when our Get Paid! panel series continues at the Doug Fir on Sunday, May 19. Join Vortex, MusicPortland and...
New In #PDXmusic
Artist to Watch: Soak Up Kid Indigo's Sunny Vibes
Mac Smiff - Aug 15, 2019
If Kid Indigo's not already on your summer playlist, the curly-haired crooner provides the perfect sounds for the season—plus, look for two new singles out tomorrow!
New In #PDXmusic
Artist to Watch: Immerse Yourself in Anna Tivel's Stories
Kelsey Greco - Apr 12, 2019
And experience the true, often unseen, world around you through her eyes. Don't miss the release of her new record ‘The Question’ out on Fluff & Gravy Records at OMSI's Kendall Planetarium on May 2.
New In #PDXmusic
Artist to Watch: Join The Get Ahead's Soulful Family
Kelsey Greco - May 16, 2019
The five-piece have only grown together as they've tackled tough times, documenting their development on their second LP 'Deepest Light.' Out now, don't miss them at Vortex's free, all-ages...
New In #PDXmusic
Artist to Watch: Haley Johnsen Destroys False Idols
Bren Swogger - May 10, 2019
It's been a journey for Haley Johnsen to find herself in the music industry, but with her debut record out May 24, she's found her direction. Win tix to her Doug Fir release show with The Weather...
Portraits of Portland Music
Growing A Music Career
Brad Parsons - Jun 3, 2019
Whether you believe it’s science or just pop culture that make music and cannabis such a merry pairing, the two clearly have a symbiotic relationship. In Portland’s music scene, marijuana...
Portraits of Portland Music
Hitting The High Notes with Reva DeVito, Myke Bogan and Mimicking Birds
Lauren Yoshiko - Jun 10, 2019
Sure, artists use cannabis to cultivate creativity, but that’s not the only way it fits into the lifestyle of these musicians. Photo by Sam Gehrke
Resources
Feed Your Senses
Bess Meade - Jun 12, 2019
Pairing Portland’s best musical dispensaries, munchies and Mary Jane. Illustration by Rosie Struve
Portraits of Portland Music
Team Dresch Remember Who They Are
Robert Ham - May 24, 2019
The seminal Northwest queercore group is getting the gang back together, without intentions but surely with impact. Team Dresch will re-release their entire catalogue on May 31 via Jealous Butcher...
New In #PDXmusic
Labels to Watch: Cavity Search Records and Jackpot Records
Robert Ham, Katey Trnka - May 31, 2019
With decades of experience shining a light on new releases as well as legendary reissues, pay attention to the output from two of our city’s best sonic curators.
Interviews
Press Play on #PDXmusic Podcasts: Storytellers Telling Stories, That Much Further West, Haute Garbage and DIY Musician Podcast
Dan Cable, Ryan J. Prado, Katey Trnka - Jun 5, 2019
Explore the stories behind the music—and the music biz—with some of Portland's best podcasters.
Community
Change From The Ground Up
Olivia Awbrey - Jun 6, 2019
Why we should listen to youth culture amongst #MeToo activism.
The Portland Playlist
Cannabis Connections in #PDXmusic
Chris Young - Apr 14, 2019
Whether it’s 4/20 or just Friday, we’ve crowdsourced Portland’s most tokeable tunes from those with the finest taste in cannabis and music. Whether explicitly about bringing a blunt through or...
Vortex Marketplace
Portland and Oregon's vibrant music scene is supported by a bevy of local businesses and artists who value music in our community. The following supporters of Vortex Music Magazine play a vital role in encouraging, enabling and cultivating the music that circulates through the veins and culture...
