Frankie Simone Is Exactly What the World Needs Right Now

As our planet charts its own course, rest assured that Frankie Simone is sitting on the most powerful and personal music they've made to date, ready to emerge with new pop anthems that'll make everything feel alright. Don't miss their intimate live stream performance as part of Vortex's sixth birthday party on April 17 at 7pm!
Gaytheist’s Heated New LP Is the Perfect Remedy for Your Pent-Up Quarantine Aggression

Out April 10 via Portland’s Hex Records, stream the hard-rocking trio’s fifth record in its entirety here because it's the perfectly belligerent, nuanced and dynamic salve all metal-, punk- and hardcore-loving rawkers need right now.
Artist to Watch: Nod Your Head to the Beat Wizardry of Lisa Vazquez

Armed with an MPC, a mic and an ever-changing array of doodads, the star of this globetrotting, humble rap technician is on the rise. From PDX to L.A. to Guatemala, look for new music out this summer.
Artist to Watch: MAITA Send 'Best Wishes' to a Growing Fan Base

After years of carving out a home for themselves in Portland, MAITA is poised to release their debut full-length on PNW-grown label Kill Rock Stars. Catch 'em at the Doug Fir on February 5 with Sama Dams and Wave Action or rocking Rx Fest on February 15.
Artist to Watch: Revealing the Mystery Man Behind Rose City Band

The Portland-admiring act released a debut without naming any names. Vortex is here to tell ya it was none other than Moon Duo and Wooden Shjips' Ripley Johnson—and he's ready to share another psychedelic country tribute to our city later this year.
Labels to Watch: Projekt Records and Spotted Peccary Music

Operating for a combined 70 years, Projekt Records and Spotted Peccary Music have storied histories exploring the fringes of music from near and far. Showing no signs of slowing down, these local curators with global ears will continue to do so for years to come.

Features > New In #PDXmusic

Discover new music from rising and established Portland artists: New In #PDXmusic features latest and greatest sounds from acts in the local music scene. Plus, see and hear more new tracks here.

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