Kris Deelane’s Psychedelic Soul Revue

Kris Deelane, leader of Portland’s white-hot Motown/Stax ensemble, Kris Deelane & The Hurt, and bandleader of the annual Next Waltz weekend at Alberta Rose Theatre, takes a side shimmy into ‘60s DayGlo with her new Psychedelic Soul Revue. Ride a booty-shakin’ fuzzed-out fantasy flight to San Francisco’s Summer of Love (and groove). Get on the […]

Oh He Dead

Washington, DC’s Oh He Dead brings their funky, poppy rock vibes wherever they go. Led by CJ Bowlin’ Johnson and her golden pipes, the five-piece group includes lead guitarist Alex Salser, John Daise-on-the-bass (say it out loud), Adam Ashforth on drums, and ViRG on keys. The close-knit crew is known for their contagious joy, and […]

Son Little

When Son Little released his 2015 self-titled debut, his collaborations with The Roots and RJD2 had already made him a name. Critics worldwide recognized the unique power of Little’s music, which stripped the past for parts that could be reconstituted into something wholly original. NPR hailed Little’s “impeccably crafted songs” as “honest and unpretentious,” while […]

Southern Avenue

Blues Music Award-winning and GRAMMY-nominated, Southern Avenue is a Memphis-based family band blending original blues, modern soul, and gospel-infused roots music into an uplifting, timeless sound. Known worldwide for their inclusive, message-driven songs, they deliver hard-hitting grooves and electrifying guitar. Their latest album, Family, makes it clear that Southern Avenue creates musical storytelling magic. The […]

Low Cut Connie

With eight albums to date and a career that has earned praise from the likes of Barack Obama and Elton John, Low Cut Connie has cemented itself as one of the most electrifying acts in rock n’ roll today. Known for its unfiltered energy, raw emotion, and genre-defying sound, the band has captivated audiences worldwide […]

The Record Company

When The Record Company pick up their instruments, the members — Chris Vos (guitar, lead vocals, harmonica), Alex Stiff (bass, backing vocals), and Marc Cazorla (drums, backing vocals) — participate in a musical back-and-forth akin to a formative and supportive conversation among siblings. The nuances of their personalities seep through loose, bluesy guitar leads, airtight […]

The Motet

A new beginning can happen at any time. No matter where you may be on your journey, you can always start over once again. After 26 years, nine albums, and over a thousand shows, The Motet embarks on another chapter galvanized in equal measure by their longstanding bond and a surge of fresh energy. The […]

The Main Squeeze

There seems to be an aura in the air when the five members of The Main Squeeze enter a room. A multicultural five-piece from Los Angeles, The Main Squeeze has built a cult following in the States on the road — putting rubber to pavement and playing over 1,000 shows together over the past nine […]

Allen Stone

Allen Stone, a soul/R&B luminary, has enraptured global audiences with his electrifying performances and soulful melodies, embodying the essence of classic soul legends. His genre-defying style, blending funk, gospel, folk-rock, and soul, has garnered critical acclaim and a devoted following.  Stone’s journey to musical stardom commenced in Chewelah, Washington, where his upbringing immersed him in […]

Lilla

Born and raised in Portland, Oregon, Lilla is a singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, bandleader and producer. Her music has charted on Billboard in the US and the top 10 in the UK. She brings a new spin and vibrant combination of soul, rhythm and blues, funk, jazz and storytelling.  Lilla has performed and worked with artists […]