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An Intimate Night with Angel Olsen
Bren Swogger - Sep 16, 2018
As part of her Tiny Dreams solo tour, singer-songwriter Angel Olsen made a stop at Portland’s Newmark Theatre for an intimate two-night run alongside Hand Habits.
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...
Girls/Girls/Boys: Panic! at the Disco’s Return to the Moda Center
Bren Swogger - Aug 16, 2018
Alongside Hayley Kiyoko and ARIZONA, Panic! at the Disco made their return to the Moda Center arena with a bigger production and bigger setlist for a celebration of love and pride.
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 Golden Glow: Vance Joy at Edgefield
Bren Swogger - Jul 8, 2018
With a beautiful Oregon sunset as a backdrop, Vance Joy brought his latest album, 'Nation of Two,' to a sold-out Edgefield crowd with a little help from Mondo Cozmo.
Under the Big Top: Sugarland’s Portland Return
Bren Swogger - Jun 18, 2018
After six years away, Sugarland made their Portland return last weekend, bringing their brand new album, 'Bigger,' to the Moda Center arena.
Defying Gravity: Vignettes on P!nk’s Pop Spectacle
Bren Swogger - May 20, 2018
With every seat sold, P!nk brought her Beautiful Trauma World Tour to Portland’s Moda Center arena last Tuesday night, offering an unmatched pop performance that combined everything from...
Still on the Rise: Khalid at the Moda Center
Bren Swogger - May 7, 2018
Originally slated to perform at Theater of the Clouds, 20-year-old R&B pop sensation Khalid instead played to a full Moda Center arena to kick off the Northwest leg of The Roxy Tour.
A Night Out with Kate Nash and Miya Folick
Bren Swogger - Apr 15, 2018
Taking over the Hawthorne Theatre last Saturday night, headliner Kate Nash and supporting act Miya Folick claimed punk for the ladies with standout performances in angst-driven rock.
BROCKHAMPTON: An American Boy Band in Portland
Bren Swogger - Mar 6, 2018
Orange jumpsuits. Blue face paint. Surgeon masks. One Direction T-shirts. It’s a strange variety of looks, but it’s what surrounded the Crystal Ballroom last Friday night as hordes of fans swarmed...
New Voice, New Rules: Dua Lipa at the Roseland
Bren Swogger - Feb 19, 2018
February 15 saw the pop sensation performing to a sold-out Roseland Theater with support from Canadian rapper Tommy Genesis.
One on One: An Evening with Billy Joel
Bren Swogger - Dec 18, 2017
Despite a crowd of nearly 20,000, legendary singer-songwriter Billy Joel made his first Portland appearance in seven years feel surprisingly intimate.
Music, Memories and the Magic of the Season: The Killers Return to December to Remember
Bren Swogger - Dec 16, 2017
With the holiday season upon us, 94/7 gave Portland the gift of nostalgia and a night of music and magic no one would forget, as The Killers made their long overdue return to the Rose City
Love in Technicolor: Coldplay at the Moda Center
Bren Swogger - Oct 10, 2017
In the wake of the Las Vegas shooting and the death of Tom Petty, Coldplay provided the color and positivity needed to lift up spirits and bring joy through music and showmanship.
The Return of SZA
Bren Swogger - Sep 26, 2017
St. Louis’ SZA took the stage at Roseland Theater for a sold-out show celebrating her long-awaited return to music with her debut album, 'Ctrl.'
