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JP Downer

JP Downer
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JP Downer is a Portland-based bassist and graphic designer. Catch him playing around town with Portland Cello Project, Farnell Newton, Elke Robitaille and many more. Connect with his satirical comic Decent Don on social media and at decentdon.com.

Articles

  • Decent Don, photo by JP Downer

    Let Decent Don Kickstart Your Art

    JP Downer - Jul 13, 2018
    Wondering how you'll fund your next record? There just might be some decent Portlanders out there looking to lend a helping hand.
  • Decent Don, photo by JP Downer

    Snow Day, Show Day: Decent Don to the Rescue

    JP Downer - Feb 23, 2018
    Every Portlander knows that snow shuts the city down. But now there's a new hero in town...
  • Decent Don, photo by JP Downer

    A Stormy Evening with Decent Don

    JP Downer - Dec 22, 2017
    What's the best way to warm up a cold, wet Portland night? Light a few candles, cozy up with your lap cat, and break out the...
  • Decent Don, photo by JP Downer

    Decent Don Hits The Festivals

    JP Downer - Aug 11, 2017
    If you've been out and about at Pickathon or PDX Pop Now! during recent summer weekends, maybe you've had a chance to connect with Decent Don.

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