Nathan Rizzo

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Past Present: Eric Johnson Talks Change and Revisiting 'Ah Via Musicom'
Nathan Rizzo - Jan 31, 2018
Always the student, the Austin guitarist speaks with Vortex about staying liquid and staying in touch with his passion ahead of his February 1 performance at Portland’s Aladdin Theater.
The Sorcerer’s Apprentice: Donny McCaslin on 'Beyond Now,' 'Blackstar' and Bowie
Nathan Rizzo - Jun 12, 2017
The New York saxophone virtuoso speaks with Vortex ahead of his June 16 performance at Portland’s Mission Theater.
All for One, One for All: Dave Holland in Conversation
Nathan Rizzo - Apr 4, 2017
The talismanic jazz bassist speaks with Vortex in advance of his can’t-miss April 7 performance at Portland’s Revolution Hall.
A Couple Steps to Merle: An Interview with Foo Fighters Guitarist Chris Shiflett
Nathan Rizzo - Mar 20, 2017
The guitarist and songwriter reflects on his path to alt-country, working with Dave Cobb, and music’s hard road ahead of his March 21 performances at both the Hawthorne Theatre and Music Millennium.
Walking the Lost Highway: A Conversation with John Scofield
Nathan Rizzo - Feb 21, 2017
The Grammy-winning composer and guitarist talks ‘Country For Old Men,’ simple playing, and Paul Desmond ahead of his appearance at the PDX Jazz Festival on February 24 at Revolution Hall.
Eric Johnson: The Tone Ranger Heads for Home
Nathan Rizzo - Jan 31, 2017
The Texas guitar legend talks Simon & Garfunkel, embracing the imperfect, and the centrality of acoustic music ahead of his January 31 performance at Portland’s Aladdin Theater.
'Everybody Has A Plan': An Interview with Charlie Hunter
Nathan Rizzo - Dec 8, 2016
The Bay Area guitar virtuoso talks in advance of his sold-out performance at Mississippi Studios on December 9.
The Voice of a Village: A Conversation with Brian Blade
Nathan Rizzo - Feb 24, 2016
The virtuosic jazz drummer returns to Portland for the 2016 Biamp PDX Jazz Festival on February 25 at Revolution Hall.
The Sounds of Portland Jazz
Nathan Rizzo - Feb 2, 2016
In a city that prides itself on its music scene, why has some of its very best talent been overlooked? Photos by Jason Quigley
In Joy and Sorrow: Glen Hansard at the Crystal Ballroom
Nathan Rizzo - Nov 16, 2015
In the wake of the tragic events in Paris, Hansard played a somber yet stunning set to a sold-out venue.
Antonio Sánchez: Jazz's ‘Birdman’ Lands in the Rose City
Nathan Rizzo - Oct 28, 2015
The drummer brings his band to Portland for one night and two shows at Jimmy Mak's on October 30.
From Japan into the 'Inferno': An Interview with Marty Friedman
Nathan Rizzo - Sep 25, 2015
Currently in the midst of his first extended U.S. tour since relocating to Japan over a decade ago, catch Friedman supporting his new solo record at the Aladdin Theater on September 27.
Dirty Revival: 'Dirty Love' [Song Premiere]
Nathan Rizzo - Sep 2, 2015
Listen to Dirty Revival's opening statement from their self-titled, debut record and celebrate its release at Mississippi Studios on September 11.
A Q&A, A New Record and A Dirty Revival
Nathan Rizzo - Jul 22, 2015
As Dirty Revival wraps up the recording of their debut record and preps for a celebration at Mississippi Studios on September 11, catch the soul family kicking off this year's PDX Pop Now!...
Graham Nash: An Interview with 'A Very Lucky Man'
Nathan Rizzo - Jul 17, 2015
The multitalented English songwriting legend returns to Portland for an intimate solo date at the Aladdin Theater on July 18.
Still Writing the Book: Elvis Costello at the Schnitz
Nathan Rizzo - Jul 12, 2015
The English singer-songwriter returned to the City of Roses on July 8, delivering a superlative two-hour set of classics and deep cuts at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall.
Moving to the Rose City: A Q&A with Drive-By Truckers Frontman Patterson Hood
Nathan Rizzo - May 3, 2015
Just in town for a stripped-down Truckers date at Rev Hall, Hood already has plans to return—permanently—this July when he and his family move to his “favorite city in America,” none other than...

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