Aladdin Theater

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3017 SE Milwaukie Ave.
Portland, OR 97202
503.234.9694
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Oregon’s Bluesman: Norman Sylvester
Jory Farr - May 7, 2020
In 1987, B.B. King told a 42-year-old Norman Sylvester to devote himself full time to music. The Boogie Cat heeded that advice and became his own ambassador of blues: "Musicians are messengers. We...
In Dark Times, I Sing of Trees
Olivia Awbrey - Apr 22, 2020
In a blink, Covid-19 devastated the music industry. Together, we’ll adapt and evolve. During these times of uncertainty, it's more important than ever to shine a light on information that provides...
Bart Budwig: 'Sock Song' [Video Premiere]
Chris Young - Dec 4, 2019
Full of goofy nostalgia—and in honor of National Sock Day, natch—the tender-hearted Eastern Oregon singer-songwriter welcomes us into his musical family for a sock fight! Celebrate the release of...
The Portland Playlist: Ural Thomas
Chris Young - Oct 12, 2018
It’s time for Ural Thomas to spread love and bring The Pain—he shares the songs that inspire his music, plus a couple that he just can’t live without. Listen to his playlist now!
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.
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.
Turn Your Concert into an Experience
Chris Young - Jan 27, 2017
Con Bro Chill and Chanti Darling break down what makes a good performance. Then, don't miss our free, all-ages panel on this topic, including insight from What The Festival and promoter True West,...
A Conversation of Collaboration: Sam Beam & Jesca Hoop Burn 'Love Letters' Together
Andrea Janda - Jun 3, 2016
As the duo return to Portland to perform their love songs at a sold-out show on June 3 at the Aladdin Theater, Vortex chats with Jesca Hoop about the co-creation of an album of duets with Iron &...
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.
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.
Unknown Mortal Orchestra and Vinyl Williams at the Aladdin Theater
Roddy Jasa - Jul 16, 2015
With a new record just released in May, Ruban Nielson and company make a stop in their hometown on July 23 for a night of pop, psychedelia, soul and funk.
The Youth of Portland Take on Electric Light Orchestra Like Never Before
Bren Swogger - Jun 24, 2015
Portland’s School of Rock will tackle a project nobody has been daring enough to touch at the Aladdin Theater on June 28.
At the Altar of the Three Muses: Women, Music and Fashion in Portland
Andrea Janda - Mar 20, 2015
In the space where music, fashion and women coalesce, the city is being shaped by a creative class of female musicians who are in the spotlight, ceaselessly defining the silhouettes, the sounds...
Bill Frisell at the Aladdin Theater
Robinson Eaton - Jan 28, 2015
Ready, set, blast off to the 'Space Age' with Bill Frisell on January 30.
Soul'd Out Music Festival: Tinariwen and The Melodic at Aladdin Theater
Roddy Jasa - Apr 5, 2014
The wandering Tuareg rockers from northern Mali's Sahara will take you on a powerful journey into the heart of the desert on April 15.

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