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The bustling popular music scene in Portland relies upon an equally strong and supportive community—it's what underpins and sustains everything we see on local stages.
An Interview with Callie and Brian Bauer of Shady Pines Media
James Kemp - Mar 24, 2021
The “beans and rice” of Shady Pines Media open up about its evolution from passion project to humble-yet-respected media house, Covid-19 and starting an online radio station.
My Layoff Was My Trap Door to Freedom
Jenni Moore - Jan 14, 2021
For BIPOC writers, the freelance game might just be the way to survive this mass media industry without experiencing burnout.
The Portland Underground: Still Open
Ollie Collins - Apr 30, 2020
Now is the time we need to feel connected. Join your #PDXmusic community—and start planning for our future—by participating in MusicPortland's city commissioner candidate forum on May 3 at 1pm....
The Portland Underground: When Shit Fucks Up
Ollie Collins - Mar 11, 2020
The best trick is to tai chi it so no one notices there’s something wrong.
Listeners Like You
Katelyn Convery - Mar 5, 2020
Each dollar spent on local music supports all corners of the creative economy.
Time for the 'Nasty' Revival
Olivia Awbrey - Feb 19, 2020
How can music promote causes that are not just worthy but necessary? Catch Stand and Sway do just that live at Hillsboro’s Walters Cultural Arts Center on February 21.
Sex, Drugs and Rock ‘n’ Roll... Responsibly
Elizabeth Seward - Feb 3, 2020
Embracing this hedonistic stereotype leads to a very unsustainable lifestyle for artists who already lack affordable healthcare options. In pursuit of health and wellness for Portland musicians,...
Pledge to Support Record Stores and Artists This Holiday Season
Chris Young - Dec 12, 2019
If your local record store doesn't have what you're looking for, it's not their fault. Major labels have failed to properly distribute physical products, which means artists are losing money while...
The Portland Underground: Invite With Intention
Ollie Collins - Dec 10, 2019
If you want someone to go to your underground event, contact them individually—text, phone call, email or in person.
S1: The Imaginarium of Sound and Music
Harris Newman - Nov 7, 2019
If you have an artistic vision, S1 can make it happen. If you don’t, well, then simply relish in some of Portland’s most creative, up-and-coming musicians.
Exploring the Experimental in Portland Music
Chris Young - Nov 6, 2019
“It’s a wild time to be in Portland because there’s so much experimentation going on and it’s really beautiful.” Discover our city’s experimental music sanctuaries, where nothing is off limits and...
Luddites and the Digital Embrace
Olivia Awbrey - Nov 5, 2019
It’s no wonder many musicians feel like they need to be marketing agents first and musicians second. Olivia Awbrey chats with Seattle's Kinski about their pre-digital days and the influence of...
The Portland Underground: Digital Underground
Ollie Collins - Nov 4, 2019
While the digital age can let us down, we can still use it to our benefit.
Third Angle New Music: Pushing the Boundaries of Contemporary Chamber Music
Katey Trnka - Oct 14, 2019
Pairing talented locals with 21st-century composers, Third Angle's modular ensemble seeks to break new ground through multidimensional collaborations with dancers, poets, visual artists, authors...
Creative Music Guild: Expert Improvisation on Display
Chris Young - Oct 8, 2019
With multiple regular series frequently introducing local concertgoers to brilliant improvisers from near and far, the Creative Music Guild seeks to break musical barriers while building community...
