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Anything But the Usual: Vince Staples and Kilo Kish at the Roseland
Bren Swogger - Mar 5, 2017
In an experiment with the unexpected, Vince Staples and Kilo Kish came together for a blend of hip-hop and theater as The Life Aquatic Tour came to Portland’s Roseland Theater.
Young the Giant: Live From the 'Home of the Strange'
Bren Swogger - Feb 6, 2017
Touring in support of their latest record, Young the Giant took over the Roseland Theater for two sold-out nights full of upbeat yet politically charged anthems.
James Blake: A Perfect Silence
Bren Swogger - Oct 19, 2016
British electronic singer-songwriter James Blake filled the Roseland Theater with a beautiful and hypnotizing set.
Phantogram: A Visual Masterpiece
Bren Swogger - Oct 17, 2016
At the Crystal Ballroom, Phantogram put on a visual production in support of their new album, 'Three,' prefaced by a strong set from producer The Range.
Pure Pop: A Night with Tegan and Sara and Shura
Bren Swogger - Oct 11, 2016
On the night of October 3, the Roseland filled with girl power as Tegan and Sara, along with English songwriter Shura, took the stage.
Foals: What Really Went Down at the Crystal Ballroom
Bren Swogger - Oct 5, 2016
Oxford outfit Foals brought their wild and energetic set to the Crystal Ballroom, and their fans did not hold back.
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 Portland Priority: Sigur Rós Live at the Keller Auditorium
Chris Young - Sep 23, 2016
Touring for the first time since 2013 and the first time as a trio, Sigur Rós dug deep into their core and delivered a sonically and visually immersive, transcendent, sold-out performance in Portland.
Captain Pabst Got Married
Ollie Collins, Roddy Jasa - Sep 8, 2016
I wasn’t excited about the marriage, but I got trashed and danced at the reception—reporting from Portland’s first festival mega-merger, MusicfestNW presents Project Pabst.
Dance Without End: Fitz and the Tantrums at the Oregon Zoo
Bren Swogger - Aug 23, 2016
In support of their new record, Fitz and the Tantrums brought their party to the Oregon Zoo Amphitheatre for a wild night of nonstop dance.
Summer Meltdown 2016: The Awards
Colin Hudson - Aug 22, 2016
On its 16th birthday, Meltdown upped its game by bringing a healthy dose of electronic music to go alongside the usual offering of folk, rock and funky soul. Here are our esteemed awards...
94.7 FM’s 21st Birthday Bash: Bigger, Better, Hotter
Bren Swogger - Aug 22, 2016
With help from The Dandy Warhols, AWOLNATION, Young the Giant and more, KNRK celebrated their 21st year under an intense sun.
Pickathon 2016: Highlights from the Farm
Ryan J. Prado - Aug 10, 2016
The 18th annual gathering was a fantastic utopian wellspring of music and art yet again.
Stormy Weather for Lords and Elephants: Portugal. The Man and Cage The Elephant at Edgefield
Bren Swogger - Jun 30, 2016
Despite forecasts of rain and thunder, Portland’s Portugal. The Man and acclaimed rock band Cage The Elephant brought a beautiful sunset and bright energy to Edgefield.
The New Face of Singer-Songwriter Pop: Jacob Whitesides at the Hawthorne Theatre
Bren Swogger - Jun 29, 2016
With a crowd full of adoring teenage fans, the 18-year-old songwriter headlined Portland's Hawthorne Theatre with support from actor and musician Shane Harper. Photo by Kristen Drum
