Spirit Mother is an American, heavy, psychoactive, rock formation. The Obelisk describes their sound as “languid grunge blasted into outer space in the desert night.” Originally from Long Beach, CA, the band now jams, writes songs, and zealously guards their privacy on an isolated ranch house in the high-desert militia country of Eastern Oregon. Spirit …
Portland-based influencers are becoming increasingly valued for their niche expertise and trusted recommendations. In fact, consumers are as much as 10 times more likely to be influenced by a non-celebrity blogger than a celebrity. So, if you’re looking to stay up-to-date with the very best Portland has to offer, be sure to give some of the city’s biggest influencers …
Portland has been known as the City of Roses since 1888 when Madame Caroline Testout, a large, bright pink French hybrid tea rose, was first introduced to the city. If you’re looking to begin or expand your East Portland garden, it’s important to know which plants grow best in the area for best chances of success. Fortunately, there …
Engaging with wildlife can improve your cognitive health and give psychological benefits, according to research. Oregon currently ranks as the worst state for mental healthcare. Therefore, encouraging wildlife into your East Portland home’s backyard can be great for your mental health. Here are some of the most common species in the area and how to attract them to …
More than 145,000 people live in the East Portland area, which is known for quaint neighborhoods and alternative living. It is also a great place to get married and celebrate with family and friends. You don’t have to have a big elaborate wedding, but instead could make the most of the cool urban venues and restaurants that …
“Oh Nah Oh Nah” is an energetic sonic hybrid, sitting at the crossroads of alternative rock, hyperpop, EDM and trap metal. The composition of the track features harmonic vocal skramz, pitched up acoustic guitars, and bouncy electric guitar leads flying at 1000 MPH over top of new age Drum & Bass inspired production. “Oh Nah” takes the listener …
On Saturday May 14 I attended the Seattle Women’s March/Rally to support women’s reproductive rights. Seattle’s light rail system now goes north and is about six miles from my house. So I drove to the transit center and hopped a train and was at the rally in no time. When I arrived there was already …
In the lead up to their full-length debut, Portland band The Graduating Class is releasing a handful of songs throughout 2022. Their forthcoming single is a cover of The Police’s “Driven To Tears.” The Graduating Class deliver is a deliriously anxious homage that, while featuring updated lyrics and a frantic instrumental coda, stays true to …
Oregon might not be one of the top states for golfing in terms of how many courses there are, nor for the number of golfing pros that call this part of the world home. But, what East Portland and the surrounding regions do have is some of the most impressive golf courses in the country. The government …
Pickathon just added the hottest band around to the 2022 Lineup – Wet Leg. With a debut album lauded by virtually every press outlet there is, number one in the UK and Australia, and climbing the US Top 200 Billboard chart, this UK indie rock duo from the Isle of Wight are the main breakout story of …
Led by drummer José Medeles (Breeders, 1939 Ensemble, Revival Drum Shop), Railroad Cadences & Melancholic Anthems is a drummer’s tribute to guitarist and DIY iconoclast John Fahey. Joined for a series of guitar and drum duets with M. Ward, experimental guitarist Marisa Anderson, and Chris Funk (Decemberists, Stephen Malkmus), it’s a genuinely honorific project, featuring …
The last two years have been tough on everyone. In fact, there are very few of us whose lives haven’t been altered in some way or another as a result of this recent change of events. For many artists, including musicians, Rolling Stone notes that this unexpected change of life events has affected their livelihoods …
The other day I listened to WNUR, which is the student-run radio station at Northwestern University though students do not host all shows. For example, Chuck Mertz @thisishellradio has conducted long-form interviews on an array of subjects for over 20 years and Erick Ricks has exposed me to jazz and contemporary classical music just as long. …
[This song is beautiful, strong, exemplary, intense, air-clearing and coalition-building. Please listen. In small doses it can cure you of a two pack habit. At full strength it will inspire children to build their own university and animals exposed to it will never go extinct. It is also quite catchy and good music with which …
Altın Gün is an Amsterdam-based Turkish psych band that was signed to ATO Records after King Gizzard championed them. Success has continued to follow them, including wide-reaching praise for their third album Yol, and sold-out shows around the world. Now, they are embarking on their own headline US run, which includes sold-out dates and a …
Portland, Oregon, has some of the most beautiful landscapes and recreational spots in the entire country. One of the most engaging ways to experience its beauty is by going on a relaxing train ride around the area. Oregon has a robust rail system that connects its major cities, so there are plenty of sights to see. Train …
Here is the long-awaited and, frankly, quite great, official video for “red room.” a song by Southeast Portland band, Marble. Lonely echoing guitars, femme vocals both lovely and frustrated, and images of modern day service industry disconnection and disaffection present a sad and pained beauty in this audio meditation on depression and hope. “red room” …
Simply titled, “Don’t Stop Believin’ (Marching Band) – SNL” this recent satire featuring Bowen Yang, Zoe Kravitz, Ego Nwodim, Chris Redd and Heidi Gardner is the undeniable greatest SOAT (skit of all time). Mr. Yang’s illuminating commentary gives furtive dramatic life to the manic hopes, troglodyte fears and impermissible ambitions of partially informed music bloggers …
Image via Pexels While many factors are at play when it comes to buying a home in Portland, it doesn’t have to be an overwhelming experience. As long as you learn about the process and take the necessary steps to prepare, then you can put yourself on the path to homeownership. East Portland Blog shares …
Are you a nature enthusiast dreaming of becoming a digital nomad and taking your business on the road? Are you tired of office life and looking for ways to work in the great outdoors? Courtesy of East Portland Blog, here are some things to think about before zipping up your backpack. Become a Full-Time Remote …
Back with their first new music since the 2020 release of Something You Needed, indie frontrunners flipturn today release “Playground.” As a first taste of the band’s upcoming debut album, “Playground” ushers in an era of sonic maturity that can only come from spending years on the road captivating audiences with an absolutely hypnotic live show. With a well-deserved global …
Multi-platinum Los Angeles alt-rock trio Wallows are about to kick off the US leg of their world tour. The band will be coming to Portland on April 3rd for a SOLD OUT show at McMenamins Crystal Ballroom. Wallows are gearing up for a busy year, including an upcoming performance at Coachella and their highly anticipated sophomore …
March 8, 2022 (Portland, OR): We’re happy to announce that Pickathon is officially returning in 2022! We’ll be back at our beloved Pendarvis Farm from August 4 to August 7 this year. Tickets will go on sale tomorrow, Wednesday March 9 at 9am Pacific. The 2022 lineup announcement will come later in the month. http://www.pickathon.com A New Pickathon for a New World! That’s …
Photo by Monica Reyes Synth-pop artist Geographer is headed to Doug Fir Lounge on March 11th! Part social scientist, part troubadour, if Geographer is an expert at anything, it’s precisely chronicling life’s imperfections. He has headlined many national tours, played Outside Lands, Firefly, and other festivals, released two critically acclaimed albums, and performed with such musical luminaries as K.Flay, The Flaming Lips, …
SHOW DETAILSFri, MAR 11, 2022Rachel Baiman w/ Vivian Leva & Riley CalcagnoPortland, ORAlberta Rose Theatre$18 Advance$22 At the DoorDoors Open: 7:00 PM, Show at 8:00 PMhttps://event.etix.com/ticket/online/performanceSale.do?erformance_id=3455530&method=restoreToken Acclaimed roots duo Vivian Leva & Riley Calcagno are coming to Portland to play Alberta Rose Theatre on March 11. Vivian just graduated from Lewis & Clark last year and Riley’s Seattle born and raised, so …
All photos by Simo Haier On the 13th show of his Best Tour Ever tour, Portland, Oregon native Aminé delivers an electrifying show that left Atlanta’s historic Tabernacle in shambles. If you didn’t already know, the Tabernacle concert hall is an Atlanta staple, landmark, and go-to event venue for some of the best concerts and comedy shows in history. With that being said, …
The above photo has been floating around Facebook the last few days, to much chortling hilarity. Anyone familiar with the northwest side of Chicago will recognize not just the public Catholicism of this picture, but also the style of boxy, brick-only, housing built in the far north end of Chi-town where tradition holds that homeowners …
Rose City recording artist, producer and multi-instrumentalist KULT KRIMES (aka London Van Rooy) has unveiled his captivating new single, “Stove Top Stuffing”. The track is taken from his recently released debut album, GOOD GRIEF, and arrives alongside equally impressive visuals. With its unique and experimental sound, “Stove Top Stuffing” stands out on first listen and …
Photo by Tristan Paiige Portland act MAITA will release their new album I Just Want To Be Wild For You Friday February 18 on Kill Rock Stars, available across all platforms here. The record has received acclaim spanning NPR, Under The Radar, KEXP, FLOOD, BUST, Portland Mercury and more! Pairing vulnerable lyricism with layers of distorted guitars and drums, the final preview track “Where Do You Go?” is released today alongside …
Candy is Dandy, but liquor is quicker. -Ogden Nash I remember when I saw this quote as a kid (far too young to know what sex was – but I knew what candy was), and it stuck with me. The line is from the 1931 poem by Ogden Nash, ‘Reflections on the Ice Breaking’ – and …