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.
“I can't wait to see what our leadership isn't going to accomplish next.” - Lewis Black
"Following the highly successful spring leg of his 2014 “The Rant is Due Tour," Lewis Black returns to Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall on Friday, October 31, 2104, as part of his fall leg of "The Rant is Due Tour." Tickets go on-sale Friday, May 2nd at 10am.
LEWIS BLACK, Grammy Award-winning stand-up comedian, is one of the most prolific and popular performers working today. He executes a brilliant trifecta as stand-up comedian, actor and author. Receiving critical acclaim, he performs over 200 nights a year to sell out audiences throughout Europe, New Zealand, Canada and United States. He is one of a few performers to sell out multiple renowned theatres including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Brooks Atkinson Theatre, New York City Center, the Main Stage at the Mirage in Las Vegas and most recently a sold out Broadway run at the Richard Rodgers Theatre in NYC.
His live performances provide a cathartic release of anger and disillusionment for his audience. He is a passionate performer who is a more pissed-off optimist than mean-spirited curmudgeon. Lewis is the rare comic who can cause an audience to laugh themselves into incontinence while making compelling points about the absurdity of our world.
LEWIS BLACK came into national prominence with his appearances on THE DAILY SHOW in 1996. Those appearances on THE DAILY SHOW led to comedy specials on HBO, Comedy Central, Showtime and Epix. In 2001, he won the Best Male Stand-Up at the American Comedy Awards. He has released eight comedy albums, including the 2007 Grammy Award-winning "The Carnegie Hall Performance." LEWIS BLACK won his second Grammy Award for his album "Stark Raving Black." Lewis has published three bestselling books, Nothing’s Sacred (Simon & Schuster, 2005), Me of Little Faith (Riverhead Books, 2008) and I’m Dreaming of a Black Christmas (Riverhead Books, 2010)." - PORTLAND5.COM
For more information visit: lewisblack.com, facebook.com/lewis-black or tweet@TheLewisBlack.
Ticket Prices:
$85.50 Pit
$75.00 Dress Circle / Orchestra Rows A- H
$58.00 Orchestra Rows J – GG / Mezzanine / Lower Balcony
$47.00 Upper Balcony (B,C,D,E)
$32.00 STUDENT (must have ID) Orchestra Rows HH-JJ / Upper Balcony Sections A & E
Arlene Schnitzer Hall | 1111 Southwest Broadway
(503) 248-4335 | VENUE INFO | FAN CLUB SALE CLOSED | PUBLIC ONSALE
We'll show a preview of the work we've done so far, and we've gathered some long-time Portland artists to explore themes around this city we call home...how it's changed and how we change inside it.
Lisa Ward
DJ Theo Craig
And more!
Tuesday, October 28
Doors: 8:00pm
$5
The Portland Mercury and XRAY FM Present: Late Night Action
Now in it's 5th season, Late Night Action is a live-on-stage talk show focused on the people who make Portland awesome. The next show is October 27th at 8pm at Mississippi Studios. More information about upcoming guests and tickets are available at LateNightAction.com
With guests:
Author of The Kingkiller Chronicles: Patrick Rothfuss
KGW News Anchor Reggie Aqui
Stand-up comedian Kirsten Kuppenbender
with music from The DoubleClicks
SONIC AVENUES are just four Montreal kids who started riffing punk tunes in 2006, but since getting swept up in the booming punk epicentre of neighbouring Ottawa, they’ve been catapulted into the ranks of the best pop-punk acts in Canada! After releasing a few singles, SONIC AVENUES dropped a bomb in late 2009 with their debut LP on Ottawa’s infamous Going Gaga Records. Within a few short months, the record had sold-out twice, including a European repress by Germany’s fine Taken By Surprise and Sabotage Records.
Two years later, after obliterating eardrums from stages across North America and Europe, they returned home to record a crushing follow-up, Television Youth, for prestigious Portland-based label Dirtnap Records. Featuring more of the over-driven guitars, infectious harmonized melodies and blazing 2-3 minute songs that powered their debut, the AVES have nonetheless pushed the limits into new territories with this latest offering. In short, Television Youth is punkier, poppier, louder and dirtier than anything they’ve done before. Armed with this devastating new arsenal, as well as ambitious touring plans spanning the (un)civilized world, SONIC AVENUES are sure to keep fists in the air and beers a-flyin’ for years to come.
Mike Hadreas, also known as Perfume Genius is a singer/songwriter from Seattle, Washington, US. Perfume Genius began when he moved from New York to his mother’s home in Everett, WA. In these relatively isolated conditions, Hadreas felt a compulsion to make music and began composing fragile yet brutally honest songs on the piano. By 2008 he had set up a MySpace page and began offering his music there, along with similarly spare and evocative homemade music videos. Turnstile released the single Mr. Peterson — the tale of a suicidal, pedophile high-school teacher — in 2009. Perfume Genius’ full-length debut, Learning, which presented its tracks in the order in which they were recorded, arrived and released on June 21, 2010
The longest-running Bollywood Halloween party in the world is a Portland original, a wild dance party celebrating twelve years of raucous costumed merriment hosted by DJ Anjali and The Incredible Kid. This year features the sensory assault of five walls of Bollywood Horror visuals by Micah Schmelzer curated from Anjali's collection of vintage and contemporary South Asian horror films.
The centerpiece of every Bollywood Horror is the highly entertaining costume contest hosted by Anjali with fabulous prizes from rad local businesses for the best costumes. Featuring only the wickedest beats from the subcontinent: cower at the thundering dhols, shiver at the piercing wails of Bollywood divas.
Holocene
1001 SE Morrison St.
9pm-2am
$8 ($5 before 10pm)
Ages 21+ only w/ proper ID
An opportunity to reflect on the organization's accomplishments, and to look to the next year!
Two bands and and a silent auction!
Oct. 23, 24, 25, 30, 31, Nov. 1 - 7pm
Oct. 24, 25, 31, Nov. 1 - 9pm
"Screaming with mirth and terrible beauty, Nightmare on Northrup is a wickedly entertaining tribute to BodyVox’s favorite time of year. Featuring new work and audience favorites, this fresh installment of the Halloween classic, BloodyVox, is a dance theater experience that mines cinema and folklore to bring All Hallow’s Eve to life. Bring your friends, and family, and beloved to hold tight...to save and protect you from things that go bump in the night!"
Led by Emmy Award-winning choreographers Jamey Hampton and Ashley Roland, BodyVox is known for its visual virtuosity, distinctive wit and unique ability to combine dance, theater and film into breathtaking productions rich in imagery, athleticism and humor. Since its founding in 1997, BodyVox has toured to critical acclaim on stages around the world, developed 8 award winning films, 20 original shows and 3 operas, featuring nearly 200 original dances.
To register for event for here: http://goo.gl/3BS1RW
There will be ushers, dressed in all black and given capes, for this evening. The show is 60min with no intermission.
Tickets starting at $30
General admission
Show runs 1hr with no intermission