Wonder Ballroom

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128 NE Russell St.
Portland, OR 97212
503.284.8686
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Life as a Hologram: Superorganism Take Over the Wonder
Bren 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...
Where Folk Rock Meets Punk: Hop Along at the Wonder Ballroom
Bren 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 Conversation with Roses & Revolutions
Bren Swogger - Jul 15, 2018
Prior to their opening set for Gin Wigmore at the Wonder Ballroom, Matt Merritt and Alyssa Coco of the band Roses & Revolutions chatted with Vortex about tour, their influences, and what’s to come...
Three New Records from Three Portland Artists to Watch
Andrea Janda, Jeni Wren Stottrup, Ryan J. Prado - Nov 13, 2017
As 2017 comes to a close, the city of Portland continues to pump out solid releases from newcomers as well as established acts. With two sophomore efforts and a debut, these are three names you...
Happy Halloween! Korgy & Bass and ADDverse Effects Raise Hairs with 'All Hallows' [Song Premiere]
Chris Young - Oct 30, 2017
The electro and hip-hop mashing duo link up with J. Fiji Azzam, emcee for ADDverse Effects, for a haunted offering. Catch K&B at the Jack London Revue on November 1.
A Sonic Catalogue of RAC
Chris Young - Jul 13, 2017
From remixer to original artist, take a listen to André Allen Anjos’ path from dorm room dabbling to winning a Grammy in 2017. His sophomore record, 'EGO,' drops on July 14 and you can catch him...
A Q&A with VÉRITÉ
Bren Swogger - Apr 23, 2017
Get to know up-and-coming pop artist VÉRITÉ in an exclusive interview with Vortex before her tour with Betty Who stops at Portland’s Wonder Ballroom on April 28.
Pop, Jazz and Dance: In Conversation with Spencer Ludwig
Bren Swogger - Mar 18, 2017
Before opening for Bebe Rexha at Portland’s Wonder Ballroom on March 13, rising star Spencer Ludwig sat down backstage for a conversation about touring, his inspirations, and the power of jazz.
Why There's Hope in 2017
Chris Young - Feb 10, 2017
Raise a flag in the name of protest, progress and #PDXmusic because Portland music will prevail.
Darker Tastes: A Preview of XYLØ
Bren Swogger - Oct 24, 2016
Prior to their first visit to Portland, which will kick off their tour with The Naked and Famous, synthpop brother-sister duo XYLØ give Vortex a sneak peek of their music and live set.
The Bigger, the Better: Nothing But Thieves at the Wonder Ballroom
Bren Swogger - Sep 27, 2016
The British rockers brought their self-titled debut back to Portland for a second time this year—this time to a larger venue, with help from Civil Twilight and The Wrecks.
A Kinship of Music: In Conversation with KT Tunstall
Bren Swogger - Sep 26, 2016
Ahead of her stop in Portland, Vortex talked with acclaimed singer-songwriter KT Tunstall about her new album, 'KIN,' and her US tour so far.
Aesop Rock: A Bazooka Tooth Lives In The Rose City
Sam Gehrke - Aug 17, 2016
After some two decades in the indie rap game, Ian Bavitz's journey has led the vocal acrobat to Portland as he inches closer to becoming a household name.
A Guide to All-Ages Music in Portland
Chris Young - Aug 3, 2016
Although access to all-ages events may be tough to come by at times, there are still plenty of tireless advocates working to bolster the scene in our city.
Summer Cannibals: An Accidental Breakup Record
Chris Young - May 5, 2016
Everything’s coming together for Portland’s Summer Cannibals as they prep to release their third album on May 27, yet some things have to break apart before it all falls into place. Photos by...
The Enduring Weirdness of Aesop Rock
Sam Gehrke - Apr 29, 2016
Portland’s newest resident brings his verbose rhyming to the Wonder Ballroom on May 7.
The Thermals Won’t Disappear
Chris Young - Mar 8, 2016
Making it look easy for the seventh time, the post-pop punk trio tackles technology, love and death on their new studio record, 'We Disappear,' due out March 25. Catch them at the Wonder Ballroom...
Grace Mitchell Tours Her Favorite Places in Portland [Video Premiere]
Eric Skelton - Mar 1, 2016
The “greatest artist in the multiverse” returns to Portland and stops by some of her favorite spots, including Everyday Music, Trade Up and the Crystal Ballroom. Win tickets to her March 4 show...
Sticking with What We Know: Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats at the Wonder Ballroom
Katey Trnka - Jan 26, 2016
Claiming not to be one for the sentimental, Rateliff and his Night Sweats dove right into a soulful set tinged with equal parts snark and nostalgia. Photos by Miss Ellanea
Anything Could Happen: Deerhunter at the Wonder Ballroom
Justin Chase - Oct 23, 2015
The five-piece band embraced spontaneity in a show that encouraged audience participation and improvised music. Photos by Emma Browne
Grace Mitchell Does What She Wants
Eric Skelton - Oct 20, 2015
Confidently taking the pulse of an ADD Apple generation.
Banjos, Fiddles and Mosh Pits: The Oh Hellos at the Wonder Ballroom
Bren Swogger - Oct 7, 2015
Folk rockers The Oh Hellos, with help from local sisters Joseph, made a stop at Portland’s Wonder leading up to the release of their sophomore album.
Villagers at the Wonder Ballroom
Veronica Rose - Sep 29, 2015
Opening for legendary Brit rocker Paul Weller, be sure to show up early for a set of beautiful, intimate songs from Conor J. O'Brien on October 1. Photos by Veronica Rose
Uncle Acid & The Deadbeats with Ruby the Hatchet and Ecstatic Vision at the Wonder Ballroom
Roddy Jasa - Sep 22, 2015
A dark and subversive tone descends upon the Wonder as the United Kingdom’s current greatest cult band takes the stage with nightmarish lyrics and murderous psych metal on September 27.
Memories, Music and the Remarkable Staying Power of Blonde Redhead
Sam Gehrke - Sep 21, 2015
Warm and fuzzy nostalgia hung heavy in the air of the Wonder Ballroom on September 19 as the dreamy noise rock trio left an elegant, mysterious impression on Portland.
The Growlers with The Pesos at the Wonder Ballroom
Roddy Jasa - Sep 13, 2015
The ballroom keeps the summer heat aflame with a heavy dose of sun-scorched surf rock on September 16. Plus a second date has just been added for the following night at Mississippi Studios.
A Very, Very Happy Night at the Wonder with La Luz
Sam Gehrke - Aug 11, 2015
The quartet of Seattle surf rockers engendered a rambunctious Portland audience with their equally lively performance at the Wonder Ballroom on August 8. Photos by Sam Gehrke
Jamie xx Walks a Tightrope at the Wonder
Robinson Eaton - Jul 30, 2015
With a sold-out audience on hand, would Jamie xx deliver the hits they were there to hear or wander down an obscure rabbit hole? Photos by Sam Gehrke
Showmanship Comes to the Forefront for Smallpools
Bren Swogger - May 29, 2015
Supporting their debut album, Smallpools brought their incredible indie pop back to the Wonder Ballroom along with Grizfolk and Hunter Hunted.
Babes in Toyland
Robinson Eaton - Jan 27, 2015
How much sweat can $100 buy? RL Grime and Lunice make it rain at a sold-out Wonder Ballroom.
RL Grime with Lunice and Tommy Kruise at the Wonder Ballroom
Robinson Eaton - Jan 24, 2015
What's it worth? Rising EDM acts hit a sold-out Wonder on January 24.
Tennis Brightens Up Winter
Ollie Collins - Jan 21, 2015
Sometimes when a band’s sound develops, they lose touch of their roots. This was not the case with Tennis at the Wonder Ballroom on January 16. Photos by Christina Bargel
Mixtape Monday: School of Rock's Best of Portland 4
Chris Young - Jan 19, 2015
The annual showcase that pairs students with local musicians to perform live onstage returns to the Wonder on January 31. Prep yourself for 23 bands on one stage in one night with this week's...
Hippies and Ukuleles For The Win: An Evening with Amanda Palmer in Portland
Andrea Janda - Nov 27, 2014
Joined by Storm Large, Erika Moen and friends on her 'The Art of Asking' book tour, Palmer's stop at the Wonder Ballroom featured book readings, musical performances and delicious discussion....
Watsky with KYLE and Anderson .Paak at the Wonder Ballroom
Roddy Jasa - Nov 27, 2014
Catch a night of smooth and shrewd hip-hop with R&B tendencies on December 1.
Trentemøller at the Wonder Ballroom
Corey Thomas Jared Pierce - Nov 20, 2014
Although his sound and the size of his live band have developed over the years, Trentemøller will nevertheless make you dance—with a certain amount of intensity—on November 21.
A Family Affair With The Fords
Chris Young - Nov 19, 2014
A day out with Sallie Ford and her decidedly original family. Photo by Benjamin Wu
Starfucker: From Doug Firs To Desert
Chris Young - Nov 18, 2014
STRFKR's Josh Hodges has been looking forward to a year off since moving to L.A. Unfortunately, 2014 wasn't that year—but it did see the much-loved PDX dance makers play both Coachella and Red...
Peter Hook Revisits Some of New Order's Classics
Marlowe Merrill - Nov 6, 2014
Hooky, the ex-New Order member, in conversation with Vortex in advance of revisiting both ‘Low-Life’ and ‘Brotherhood’ in their entirety at the Wonder Ballroom on November 20 with his band The Light.
Mostly Smooth Sailing: A Q&A with Tennis’ Patrick Riley
Ollie Collins - Oct 22, 2014
Although Tennis was forced to reschedule their October show in Portland, in the days leading up to it Vortex got the chance to chat with Riley about food, the new album ‘Ritual In Repeat,’...
Shutter Rock 2014: An Exhibition of Work by Portland Music Photographers
Chris Young - Sep 24, 2014
From October 2 to December 30, head to Bunk Bar under the Wonder to catch a display of shots from Portland's finest rock photographers.
YACHT at the Wonder Ballroom
Roddy Jasa - Sep 11, 2014
Energetic and infectious, YACHT bring their conceptual electro-pop back to Portland (aka home) for another go around—this time at the Wonder on October 1.
An Intimate Evening with Elbow
Chris Young - May 25, 2014
Elbow frontman Guy Garvey, with his agreeable British accent, cordially hosted a sold-out crowd at the Wonder Ballroom on Saturday night.
Kishi Bashi Celebrates Oregon's Big Day
Chris Young - May 20, 2014
As fate would have it, the classically trained, beatboxing, live looping violinist's joyous set at the Wonder Ballroom on May 19 celebrated his own brand of effervescent pop as well as marriage...
Bombay Bicycle Club and Royal Canoe at Wonder Ballroom
Roddy Jasa - Apr 7, 2014
Prone to experimentation in the realm of indie rock, London’s BBC return to the Wonder Ballroom on April 22.
From Studio to Stage: RAC at the Wonder Ballroom
Eric Skelton - Mar 31, 2014
Portland's André Allen Anjos of Remix Artist Collective has successfully evolved from a producer of remixes to a DJ and now a live act with an album of original material (that's also chock-full of...
Soul'd Out Announces 5th Annual Festival Lineup
Chris Young - Feb 26, 2014
Featuring headliners Pink Martini playing three nights with the Oregon Symphony, the 10-day fest will once again take place in venues across town from April 10-20. Other acts to watch include...

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