Release Date: August 25th in Europe & August 26th
in North America via Sub Pop.
It makes perfect sense that I was asked to write abio for J Mascis. Let's face it, he and I have a long history. It all started the first time I saw him live. It was in New York City. I don't remember when or where, but I think he was walking around. I was probably walking around, too. The second time was also in New York, at a Mexican restaurant in the East Village (the one that takes credit cards now,but didn't used to). Years later I actually met him at the SXSW festival though a friend who works at Sub Pop. I guess that meeting went well, because when that friend from Sub Pop got married, she sat me at the same table as J. Sounds unbelievable? I suggest you look at the picture below. Nowkeep staring at that picture until August 26th. That's when J'snew acoustic album Tied to a Star comes out on Sub Pop Records. It features appearances by Ken Maiuri, Pall Jenkins , Mark Mulcahy, and Chan Marshall. Had I been in the area, I'm sure I would've been asked to play on
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XRAY.fm Presents Modern Kin at Mississippi Studios
"Following a busy festival summer, and fresh off of a US tour this September and October, Modern Kin is closing out the year with a few headlining shows in the NW. This promises to be a special weekend of music - we hope you'll join us as we stretch out a little and weave some new songs in between the album tracks you already know.
Shows are best with friends...
Joining the bill is Portland band The Ghost Ease, and Seattle's Kithkin will open the show."
Title: Art Spark by RACC
Location: The Oregon Public House, 700 NE Dekum
Date / Time Thursday November 20th 5-7 pm
Text: Artist! Come to Art Spark to meet, share and learn about each other’s projects and about how RACC's supports Portland's creative community. Featured guest this month is Drink and Draw, a meetup group that offers art-focused recreational social gatherings for artists of all experience levels. So bring a pencil and pad and come on down and get your sketch on!
Where the rubber meets the dance floor!
A bicycle-themed fundraiser that highlights 20 years of work of the Community Cycling Center in Portland while celebrating in true style. Inspire our supporters to deepen their connections with us through storytelling and personal testimonials.
This event is 21 and over
The Bicycle Ball is a fundraiser for the Community Cycling Center celebrating 20 years of broadening access to bicycles in Portland. Join for vintage-style live music from the Swingtown Vipers, prohibition-era cocktails, dancing, a vintage photobooth, silent auction for one-of-a-kind balance bikes and more! Bring your dancing shoes for where the rubber meets the dance floor.
Fundraising goal: $15,000 More information can be found here.
Food & Beverage: 1 drink ticket for a custom cocktail with local Dystopia Vodka included with $15 entry. Secret Society’s food & addditonal drinks is available for purchase.
Music sponsor/partner: roaring 20's music by XRAY.FM DJs (will be live music- the “Stumptown Vipers” to start off, DJ at end)
Mudhoney is an grunge band. Formed in Seattle, Washington, USA, in 1988. Mudhoney’s early releases on Sub Pop; the “Touch Me I’m Sick” single and the Superfuzz Bigmuff EP; were influential in the Seattle music scene, and helped inspire the dirty, high-distortion sound that would characterize grunge. Mudhoney were also notable for their mixing of heavy blues rock and punk rock. Although they have found little commercial success during their long career, which has yielded eight studio albums, they nonetheless inspired many grunge and alternative rock musicians, most notably Kurt Cobain of Nirvana.
Poison Idea was formed in 1980 in Portland, OR by vocalist Jerry A. (aka Jerry Lang). Inspired by Black Flag and other early Southern California hardcore acts. As they grew older, Poison Idea had fully moved beyond the breakneck hardcore of their early records to a potent, driving and ultimately more intricate and sophisticated hardcore/hard rock fusion that incorporated the foot-tapping accessibility and masculine swagger of hard rock without sacrificing the power
A fundraiser for the Montavilla Food Co-op.
Live music. Free food. Silent auction of cool, valuable prizes and special beer release from Montavilla brew Works. 10% of the nights sales go to the Co-op!
Onwards and upwards! To 600 members we go!
Whether seen on HBO’s Treme or at their legendary Tuesday night gig at The Maple Leaf, Grammy-winning Rebirth Brass Band is a true New Orleans institution. Formed in 1983 by the Frazier brothers, the band has evolved from playing the streets of the French Quarter to playing festivals and stages all over the world. While committed to upholding the tradition of brass bands, they’ve also extended themselves into the realms of funk and hip-hop to create their signature sound. “Rebirth can be precise whenever it wants to,” says The New York Times, “but it’s more like a party than a machine. It’s a working model of the New Orleans musical ethos: as long as everybody knows what they’re doing, anyone can cut loose.” In the wake of the sometimes- stringent competition amongst New Orleans brass bands, Rebirth is the undisputed leader of the pack, and they show no signs of slowing down.
Free museum admission after 5 p.m.
Every Friday evening, the Portland Art Museum invite you to play with them—to have a different Museum experience—a little bit more relaxed, more interactive, and more social experience. Most Fridays, admission is just $5 after 5 p.m (except for Fourth Fridays, when it’s free after 5 p.m.).
Learn more about Fridays at the Museum.
Special Pop-Up Exhibition Tonight:
Here Kitty, Kitty
Friday, November 14
6:30-8:00 p.m.
Remarks at 6:45 p.m. with Mary Weaver Chapin, Ph.D., Curator of Graphic Arts
Haber Study Center, Lower Level
November 9 - 6:30
Eric Robel’s COLOR OF NOISE is an exceptional look at the integrity of the American underground starting in the late 80′s through the mid 90′s, specifically targeting forerunners of the grunge movement, the collision of punk rock and printmaking, and beyond. Followed by a Q&A with the director.
PHIL COOK (MEGAFAUN)
November, 8th, 2014
Doors: 8:00 pm / Show: 9:00 pm
$12.00 - $14.00
More info HERE.
Nov 8Th - K Records, Runaway Productions, and Dante's Present - "ALL YOUR FRIEND'S FRIENDS" NW HipHop Compilation Album Release Party with
The Chicharones (Sleep & Josh Martinez), IAME (of Sandpeople/Oldominion) & Goldini Bagwell
Xperience (XP) - Poeina - Karl Blau (K Records) @
Dantes - 350 W Burnside St. Portland Or
ADVANCE TICKET LINK
http://clients.ticketbiscuit.com/DantesLive/EventPage.aspx?EID=218564
ALL YOUR FRIEND'S FRIENDS is a seminal Northwest Hip-Hop Compilation album produced entirely off of samples pulled from the K Catalogue. Featuring over 30 of the most unique MCs from the region including members of mega-crews OLDOMINION and the SANDPEOPLE,
the album also introduces a host of hidden talent from OLYMPIA, WA. K’s sonic stomping ground.
This decades spanning compilation is a creative celebration of the Northwest sound and scene in some of its most striking masks and manifestations. The energy of the album moves fluidly between dark, angsty, and self-reflective to upbeat, nostalgic, and carefree, taking the listener on an underground rap odyssey through the overcast streets, anarchist basements, cramped performance spaces, and stoned-out suburbs of this moody and musical part of the world.
Through kaleidoscopic counter-cultural mashups and topsecret sampling styles, producer Smoke M2D6 has mercilessly deconstructed the classic lo-fi garage soul sound of the iconic indy label, artfully rearranging it all over a thick foundation of classic breaks, 808’s, and of course some heavy bass, allowing old heads to hear this music in a totally different way, while introducing a new generation of fans to a classic treasure trove of northwest creative history.
ALL YOUR FRIEND’S FRIENDS is sample-based Hip-Hop culture at its best, taking something dope from the past and making something fresh for the future.
Portland's only Smiths cover band celebrates their five-year anniversary with two sets of songs pulled from the catalogs of Morrissey and The Smiths. Admission is $5 or FREE when you become a new member of XRAY-FM! All proceeds benefit XRAY.
More info on the Facebook event page.
As many all ages venues disappear from Portland, a new one emerges. Located in the heart of Portland State University's campus, the recently renovated Parkway North space at Smith Memorial Student Union evening will feature FREE performances by Portland legends AND AND AND, and R&B duo Phone Call.
https://www.facebook.com/events/767067520044326/
MUSIC IS THE WEAPON!
Join Afropop Worldwide for the Portland, Oregon Premiere of the film by Academy Award® winning director, Alex Gibney, Finding Fela.
The film looks at the fascinating life of pioneering Nigerian musician and political activist, Fela Kuti.
Join us for a reception before the screening with a Taco Bar
generously donated by
Porque No?
Advance $35/ $40 at the door
wine and beer included
RSVP
This screening is a benefit to support Public Radio International's Afropop Worldwide and preservation and development of its 25+ year archive documenting the golden age of modern African music. This is a unique collection of audio interviews, live recordings, and private performances, as well as photographs and videos featuring contemporary artists from Africa and many parts of the global African diaspora.
Gifts are welcomed and encouraged!
Afropop Worldwide is a registered 501(c)3 organization and gifts may be tax deductible.
MUSIC IS THE WEAPON! Join Afropop Worldwide for the Portland Premiere of the film by Academy Award ® winning director, Alex Gibney, Finding Fela!
The film looks at the fascinating life of pioneering Nigerian musician and political activist, Fela Kuti.
With a reception before the screening starting at 6 pm. A taco bar for guests who attend the reception is generously donated by Porque No?
What: Finding Fela! Portland Film Premiere & Benefit
When: Thursday, November 6, 2014, 6 pm to 9 pm
Reception begins at 6 pm
Where: North Star Ballroom
635 N Killingsworth Ct
Portland, OR 97217
Tickets: $35/$40 at the door. Available on EventBrite
This screening is a benefit Public Radio International's Afropop Worldwide and the preservation and development of its 25+ years archive. Documenting the golden age of modern African music, the Afropop Worldwide archive is a unique collection of audio interviews, live recordings, and private performances, as well as photographs and videos featuring contemporary artists from Africa and many parts of the global African diaspora.
Gifts are welcomed and encouraged!
Afropop Worldwide is a registered 501(c)(3) organization and gifts may be tax deductible.
Afropop Worldwide is YOUR source for music and stories from the African planet! We explore the world through sound, from the ancient past to the cutting edge present combining music, history, and culture. You can download the Afropop Worldwide podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud or your favorite podcaster. To learn more, go to: Afropop.org
Slowdive is a dream pop/shoegaze band that consist of Neil Halstead, Rachel Goswell, Nick Chaplin, Christian Savill and Simon Scott. They formed in Reading in 1989 and signed to Creation Records, releasing three albums, ‘Just For A Day', ‘Souvlaki' and ‘Pygmalion'. Since their disbandment Slowdive have become one of the most cited bands of the early 90's with the three albums appearing regularly in charts of the best records of the period.
Pissed Jeans are a rock band from Allentown, PA.
The sound of their music is a combination of sludgy bands from the early Eighties like Flipper and My War-era Black Flag and the noise assault of The Jesus Lizard.
Their discography includes Throbbing Organ 7” (Parts Unknown), Shallow LP/CD (Parts Unknown), Don’t Need Smoke to Make Myself Disappear 7” (Sub Pop), Hope For Men LP/CD (Sub Pop), King of Jeans LP/CD (Sub Pop), and their February 2013 release Honeys (Sub Pop).
In an interview with Tony Rettman of Blastitude, Pissed Jeans’ singer described their sound and intent with the following: “The idea was to start a different kinda punk band focused on dead ended carnal cravings, sexual depression…that sort of thing. Mainly we just wanted to bludgeon the listener with dull, monotonous droning rock music that just sucks the energy out of you, the musical equivalent to watching a toilet flush.”
Digging deep into the roots of American music, The California Honeydrops embrace the traditions of Blues, Gospel, Second Line New Orleans Jazz, and early R&B. With stellar performances of traditional material as well as their own innovative music, The California Honeydrops get people out of their seats and onto the floor, dancing and singing along.
Formed in November 2007, The California Honeydrops first performed on the streets and in the subways stations in Oakland, California. Playfully crossing genres from Roots and Blues to R&B and soul, The California Honeydrops’ sound is tied together by soulful vocal harmonies, colorful shouts from brass and horns, and a funky, good-times New Orleans rhythm section. They quickly gained a reputation as the best party in the Bay Area.
Born in Warsaw, Poland, band leader and front man Lech Wierzynski began playing blues and jazz as a teenager at after-hours jam sessions in Washington D.C. After studying trumpet with Marcus Belgrave (Ray Charles), Lech continued his career after moving to Oakland. Honing his craft with some of the biggest names in American music, such as Maria Muldaur, Dan Hicks, and Jackie Payne, Lech has grown equally as a trumpeter, singer, and guitarist.
Doors: 8:00 PM
Show: 9:00 PM
21 and over
Xray.fm presents Back Fence PDX: Gone But Not: All Souls/Day of the Dead stories (and other events). A fundraiser for The Dougy Center.
Live stories to commemorate those who we remember from past Back Fence PDX favorites, Actor and Artist, VIN SHAMBRY (PDX) and Emmy-Nominated Writer from the Ellen Degeneres Show/Moth Radio Hour performer, BRIAN FINKELSTEIN (LA); along with Oregon Book Award Winner MATTHEW DICKMAN (PDX), whose poems have appeared in the New Yorker and The London Review of Books; and KAREN FINNEYFROCK (SEA) who has traveled to Nepal as a Cultural Envoy, and of her book, The Sweet Revenge of Celia Door, Sherman Alexie said, “It is a hilarious, exciting and painful as anybody’s teenage years. Read it, please.”
HOSTED by B. Frayn Masters + Mindy Nettifee
DJ Blind Bartimaeus will be spinning Gospel and Soul, snacks to feast on from ALMA chocolate, Saint Cupcake, and Porque No, a flower altar provided by Spellbound Flowers, a raffle, plus XRAY.fm will be on hand to record your 1-3 minute story about a loved one.