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Holocene, 1001 SE Morrison
8:00pm11:00pm Wednesday, August 28, 2024

21+ // Doors 8pm, Party 9pm

Special XRAY Advance: $10.71, or $15 at the door.

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Join us at Holocene for a dance party as part of our summer to celebrate 10 years of XRAY!

This special DJ showcase features longtime XRAY DJs Honest John (of Savage Beat, Thursdays 7pm-8pm) and Morning Remorse (of Meaningful Connections, Thursdays 8pm-9pm), as well as newcomer Smasheltooth (of the new XRAY program Smasheltoonz 01:00am-02:00am).

White Eagle Saloon (836 N Russell Street)
6:00pm9:00pm Sunday, August 25, 2024
Portland based DJ Ambush and DJ Klyph are excited to host the single release for Portland based emcee Vursatyl. Come through and hear the latest from a Portland music legend.

An evening celebrating Golden Era and inspired hip hop to the White Eagle. Come through for this FREE, all ages event and hear classic cuts and remixes while grabbing a hot plate and cold beverage. You can dance if you want, but this night is about the head nod. 

"It's not a party, it's a vibe".
White Eagle Saloon (836 N Russell Street)
12:00pm5:00pm Sunday, August 25, 2024
DJ Klyph and DJ Ambush of XRAY FM present: No Requests Day Party during PDX Hip Hop Week. 

With special guest DJ's, local vinyl and apparel vendors and a food drive partnership with Sunshine Division.

We'll also be recognizing local designer Casso Dinero for his contributions to hip hop with a special presentation.

We're celebrating the Golden Era and inspired hip hop at the White Eagle so come through for this FREE, all ages event and hear classic cuts, remixes while grabbing cold beverage.
SE 49th & SE Hawthorne Portland, OR
3:00pm11:59pm Saturday, August 24, 2024

50 Bands. 5 Venues. More Information. 

$20 // Tickets available first come, first served at the door door day-of-event

Doors 3:30pm, Show 4:00pm // VENUES: Spaceroom, Quarterworld, Trough, Tanker, BOG

Lineup: 

BOG (First to Last)
Baby Gravez
Livid Member
Six Sundays
Sad Boy Union
Kinghorn
Pretending
NINJAS WITH SYRINGES
Stumblebum
Cut-Rate Druggist
Velvet Merkin

QUARTERWORLD (First to Last)
Streetwalker Barbie
THE MELDERS
The Crawlers
Rotten Holes Bible Club
Televillain
Visions
Hard Pill
Zookraught
Fatal State
Triple Lutz
1876

SPACEROOM (First to Last)
The Food
Renegade Leathers
Guerrilla Teens
One Drink And Other Lies
Supersonic Explosionizer
Helena Rats
Creature Party
Los Mal Hablados

TANKER (First to Last)
Chained Heat
Muscle Beach ‘n’ Friends
Flam!
Sheenjek
Kids on Fire
Clackamas Baby Killers (CBK)
The Foilies
TITTY BABIES
The Last Responders
Crimetime

TROUGH (First to Last)
Railing
Strangle The Priest
Whunder Thighs
Monty Vega & The Sittin' Shivas
The Latter Day Skanks
The Brass
Why Won’t You Die
Prager Youth
Lab Rat
The Mistons
Berzerk


Oswego Hills Winery (450 Rosemont Rd., West Linn, OR)
5:00pm Sunday, August 18, 2024

GET TICKETS // Facebook Event Page

Join Fences for Fido for their 15-year anniversary “Groovy Gala” celebration of unchaining 3500+ dogs in Oregon and Washington!

Festivities include:

  • Host bar
  • Wine tasting
  • Silent auction
  • Plant-based dinner
  • Retro photo op
  • '70s themed desserts
  • '70s attire is optional!
Table sponsorships are available. Please contact patti@fencesforfido.org for details.
Fences for Fido is seeking donations for our silent auction! If you'd like to donate, please contact patti@fencesforfido.org.
3158 East Burnside
11:00am7:00pm Saturday, August 10, 2024

MUSIC MILLENNIUM

31st ANNUAL CUSTOMER APPRECIATION BARBEQUE

Food, Games, Prizes and Music!

3158 East Burnside - Portland, Oregon - (503) 231-8926

Saturday, August 10th - 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM

                                                                                                                                                  

Held in the parking lot at 32nd & E. Burnside, 1500+ people show up each year to enjoy the food, live music, entertainers, and prizes.

Live music from 8 bands! Complimentary food and drink! Wacky Wheel of Wonder!

Bands include

11:00am Milo Binder

Noon - Drew Martin

1:00pm - Lincoln's Beard

2:00pm - Moon  and Bike

3:00pm Dischords

4:00pm Mike Skill

5:00pm M69s

6:00pm Hippie Death Cult

CONTACT 503-231-8926


World Famous Kenton Club
8:00pm Saturday, August 3, 2024

YOU are invited to contribute to making my next dance party the best night ever! I'm conducting an interesting, inclusive experiment for the August edition of FLAME!

I believe music to be the great unifier, bringing communities together to bond over our commonalities.  I've always aimed to make my events something to be enjoyed by everyone.  That's why I want YOU to select the dance songs for my next dance party. 

Here are the guidelines:

1) The recording must be from the years 1950-1980

2) I must have in my VINYL collection

3) Your request must be made PRIOR to the day of the dance party

4) I'm not restricting genres, but my collection mostly consists of soul, country, 50s-70s"oldies", classic rock, disco, funk, jazz, blues, r&b, rockabilly, gospel, and Latin. 

5) You can request up to THREE songs

 

TRY ME!  If you request it and I have it, I will play it.

This has the potential to be REALLY fun and cathartic!  PARTICIPATE!

Send your requests using the contact form at djactionslacks.com

What song lifts your spirits? Who will you choose? 

Will it be The Supremes? David Bowie? Aretha? Parliament? Tammy Wynette? Little Richard? The Monkees? Grace Jones? T-Rex? Fleetwood Mac? Bill Withers? Suzi Quatro? Neil Diamond? Ella Fitzgerald? Heart? Foreigner? Some kind of show tune from Rita Moreno?

I can't wait to find out!!!!



722 N Sumner
3:00pm7:00pm Saturday, August 3, 2024
Free Spirit News: Realistic Future Nudes & Other Issues book release party!

Featuring: Strange Babes, Phull Columns Ensemble, Not Fleetwood Mac, and Jay Ringer
August 3rd, 3-7pm. Cherry Sprout Park. Free for all.  


Free Spirit News is a free, seasonal publication out of Portland Oregon. A harbinger of ancient truths and modern lies.

To find out more visit http://www.freespiritnews.org/



Pendarvis Farms
12:00pm Thursday, August 1, 202411:59pm Sunday, August 4, 2024

Forget the crowded fields and generic lineups. Pickathon isn’t your average music festival; it’s an immersive experience unlike anything you’ve ever encountered. Here’s why Pickathon should be your next adventure:

Discover Your New Favorite Artists at Pickathon

  • Tired of the same old headliners? We curate a lineup bursting with rising stars across genres, making Pickathon the ultimate music festival for music discovery. Be the first to brag about seeing the next breakout act before they explode onto the mainstream music scene. With a diverse array of artists gracing the stages, Pickathon promises a journey filled with surprises and discoveries.

A Music Festival in Harmony with Nature

  • Ditch the scorching sun and cramped venues. Pickathon’s unique stages are carefully nestled within lush forests and expansive meadows, ensuring a comfortable and shaded experience for attendees. What’s more, each artist performs twice, providing multiple opportunities for attendees to catch their favorites and immerse themselves in the enchanting sounds of nature.

Escape the Ordinary

  • Pickathon transcends the boundaries of a traditional festival. Venture beyond the stages and explore over 80 acres of stunning Pacific Northwest scenery, where every corner holds a new adventure. Indulge your taste buds with artisanal food and peruse craft vendors offering unique treasures. Unwind with wellness activities, laugh at comedy shows, or lose yourself in captivating art exhibits. It’s a festival that caters to all your senses, promising a weekend of unforgettable experiences.

Free Your Spirit (and Your Wallet)

  • At Pickathon, the spirit of community and inclusivity thrives. Embrace the freedom of complimentary camping, alleviating the financial burden often associated with festivals. Moreover, our unwavering commitment to sustainability means you can enjoy the festivities guilt-free, knowing that your fun is contributing to a greener future.

Pickathon is a magical community united by a shared love for art, nature, and authentic experiences. Join the crowd and embark on a transformative journey filled with wonder, discovery, and pure joy. Trust us, once you experience the magic, you’ll never look at festivals the same way again.


Tickets and more information at www.pickathon.com

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White Eagle Saloon (836 N Russell St)
6:00pm9:00pm Sunday, July 28, 2024

Portland based DJ Ambush (News With My Fiancé) and DJ Klyph (Welcome to the Neighborhood) bring an evening celebrating Golden Era and inspired hip hop to the White Eagle. Come through for this FREE, 21+ event and hear classic cuts and remixes while grabbing a hot plate and cold beverage. You can dance if you want, but this night is about the head nod. 

"It's not a party, it's a vibe".

Sumner Albina Park (5134 N Albina Ave, between Cherry Sprout & Red Fox)
11:00am7:00pm Sunday, July 21, 2024

FREE // All Ages // Outdoors & Family Friendly

Music on vinyl all day from some of Portland's finest selectors! Including XRAY's own The Grand Yoni (The IMPACT! Sound, Saturdays 1-2pm) and DNA (Beautiful Music, Tuesdays 4-6pm) in some great company! 

18,000 watts of pure power from the IMPACT! High Fidelity Sound System! Done in collaboration with our neighbors at Mississippi Records.






615 SE Oak Street
4:00pm9:00pm Saturday, July 20, 2024

Join XRAY and Happy Lucky for a block party!

Looks, Sips, Swagger and Beats

XRAY DJs will be on hand to spin records, local vendors, food and drink. Help us celebrate and show your pride!


Saturday July 20th from 4-9pm at 615 SE Oak Street.
This event is free and open to everyone. This is an outdoor event so please prepare accordingly.


The Tomorrow Theater (3530 SE Division Street)
6:30pm11:00pm Saturday, July 13, 2024

Event Runtime: 168 min.

GET TICKETS // General Admission $25

Doors 6:30 pm; Performance 7 pm; Film 8:15 pm

Click here to learn more about accessibility at the Tomorrow Theater.

ON SCREEN: The Elephant 6 Recording Co.

2022. Directed by C.B. Stockfleth. Runtime: 93 minutes. Not Rated.

The Elephant 6 Recording Co. shares the unique inside story of the collective creative evolution behind the sounds of 1990s psychedelic rock bands The Olivia Tremor Control, Neutral Milk Hotel, and The Apples in Stereo — the founding groups behind the Elephant 6 collective, as well as a host of other artists — with inspirational resonance for today’s music makers, and music lovers everywhere.

Around 1985, a group of Ruston, Louisiana area high schoolers began experimenting with whatever random instruments and gear they could lay their hands on. Moving to other small college towns including Denver, Colorado and Athens, Georgia, their musical coming of age coincided with the new consumer availability of old-school 4- and 8-track recording technology and cassette tapes. Sharing like-minded sensibilities, influenced by past sounds and psychedelia, and with little to distract them, their efforts to create whole new musical worlds became the bands The Olivia Tremor Control, Neutral Milk Hotel, The Apples In Stereo and many more. While the collective grew to a natural breaking point, its founding members overcame obstacles and remained closely bonded, reuniting for tours and still collaborating today.

The Elephant 6 Recording Co. provides insight into this revolutionary era of popular independent music in America, the defiant DIY spirit in music making, and champions the integrity of an authentic quest for artistic expressiveness over the more mainstream image of being a “successful” musician in our fame-obsessed times.

ON STAGE: Ross Beach & The Minders 

Ross Beach
Ross Beach is a songwriter, DJ, tech pro, and a co-founder and former president of the non-profit group PDX Pop Now! He hails from Louisiana where he was a DJ for KLPI-Ruston and where he played in numerous bands, including an early lineup of Neutral Milk Hotel. Hear him preview local concerts and spin strange, beautiful music on his XRAY show, Alive With Pleasure, Fridays from 2-3 p.m.

The Minders
The Minders are an Indie-Psych-Pop band based in Portland, Oregon. Formed in Denver, Colorado in 1996, the band is closely associated with The Elephant Six Collective.



World Famous Kenton Club
8:00pm Saturday, July 6, 2024
FLAME Vintage Vinyl Dance Party presents MUSICAL FIREWORKS for your summer dancing pleasure! Meet other vintage vinyl enthusiasts at the World Famous Kenton Club as we gather to celebrate the joy of music!

Your host DJ Action Slacks will be spinning vintage rhythm n grooves movers & groovers (mostly 1950s-1970s)! Soul * oldies * Latin * mod jazz * Caribbean * and MORE! Familiar Favorites and RARE CUTS!

As per usual, we'll also have other fun participatory surprises!
If weather permits we'll have the music also playing on the patio.

This event also includes the induction of several vintage music-makers into the Dance Hall of Flame. this time I'm focusing on vintage artists I associate with SUMMER: LaVern Baker, The Champs, Shirley Ellis, Bobby Freeman, Thelma Houston, & Ray Barretto, Learn more about the Dance Hall of Flame at djactionslacks.com

While supplies last, the party guests who attend this event will receive trading cards for each of the above artists to take home so you remember their names. Arrive with an open mind, open heart, and please be receptive to learning WHILE having fun.

Show up in your best, colorful summer attire and get ready to set the dance floor on fire!

8 pm to Midnight
21+
Sliding scale $10 - $20 at the door (pay what you choose - cash or Venmo)

FLAME is an LGBTQ-centric party and welcomes allies


White Eagle Saloon
6:00pm9:00pm Sunday, June 30, 2024

**SPECIAL LAST SUNDAY EDITION** DJ Ambush and DJ Klyph are back with another Verzuz Series event, this time featuring two celebrated labels in hip-hop, Death Row and Roc-A-Fella. We're celebrating the Golden Era and inspired hip hop to the White Eagle so come through for this FREE event and hear classic cuts, remixes while grabbing a hot plate and cold beverage. You can dance if you want, but this night is about the head nod. This is 21+ event goes from 6pm - 9pm. 

"It's not a party, it's a vibe".

Cathedral Park Dock & Beach (St. John's)
2:00pm8:00pm Saturday, June 29, 2024

FREE // All Ages // More Info + Cleanup Photos

Human Access Project is throwing a Grand Opening Party to celebrate a new $900,000 dock at Cathedral Park and the removal of 150 tons of concrete from the river's edge by the community.

Featuring: 
  • Music by Snack and Red Leathers (Funk / Soul)
  • Free swimming lessons from Black Swimming Initiative
  • Free kayak rentals from Mosquito Fleet
  • Life jacket giveaway
  • BBQ by JP
  • Community booths and more!
Schedule of Events:
  • 2-3:30pm Free Swimming Clinic by Black Swimming Initiative
  • 3:30-4pm Ribbon Cutting
  • 4-7pm Live Music
Human Access Project (HAP) feels a grand opening party is important to bring attention to how much the river edge of the beach has changed. This party is an invitation to St. Johns to celebrate the new dock and beach. HAP anticipates St. Johns, in time, will turn into a river recreation playground - very likely this summer. This party represents a milestone moment of this change for St. Johns, North Portland and the city as a whole.

Background:
Human Access Project has been working on improving the recreational value of Cathedral Park Beach since 2021.
In 2021 HAP recruited 100 volunteers to remove 25 tons of concrete and rubble from the North side of the Cathedral Park Beach.

In 2022 HAP received an American Rescue Plan grant of $300k. They negotiated with Portland Parks and Recreation to use this money to replace the Cathedral Park Dock. The total cost of the dock is $900k. HAP catalyzed the dock replacement. The dock will have swim ladders and will be elevated by pontoons to improve water circulation inside of the dock.
In 2023 HAP recruited 150 volunteers to remove 125 tons of concrete and rubble from the South side of the dock. They had divers come out to look for trash inside the dock. The result of removing the concrete on the south side of the dock is that there is a new South Beach at the park where people can hang out, walk their dogs etc.


HAP is actively working on pulling permits to remove derelict pilings from the beach which they hope to do this summer in September. They foresee continuing to be involved in upgrading and stewarding the river experience at Cathedral Park.
Interested in lending a hand as a volunteer? Please send an email to info@humanaccessproject.com.

5134 N Albina Ave
11:00am6:00pm Saturday, June 29, 2024

Outdoors, free, all ages and family friendly!

In collaboration with Mississippi Records: Saturday June 29th from 11am to 6:00pm at Sumner-Albina Park (next to Cherry Sprout and across the street from Mississippi Records).

Music on vinyl all day from some of Portland's finest selectors! 18,000 watts of pure power from the Impact! High Fidelity Sound System!!!

Featuring: the Impact Sound! Beaches Crew, Wayward Girls Soul Club, DJ Cucia, Pressure Down Sound System, DJ Slouch and more!!!

Pendleton, Oregon
3:00pm Thursday, June 27, 202411:59pm Saturday, June 29, 2024

Celebrating its fifth anniversary, this year's festival is scheduled for June 27-29, 2024 and will take place at the historic Happy Canyon Arena in Pendleton, Oregon.  There will be an expanded lineup of Americana and country artists performing including  Charley Crockett, Randy Rogers Band, Silverada (formerly Mike and the Moonpies), Kaitlin Butts, Jason Boland & The Stragglers, Bella White, Cody Canada & The Departed, Vandoliers, Cat Clyde and more. The festival is also adding a third stage (Queens Barn Stage) as well as daily yoga sessions from world renown Acosia Red Elk.

More info at https://www.jackalopejamboree.com

DOTS Cafe
9:00pm Friday, June 21, 2024

Third Fridays

DOTS on SE Clinton St

9 pm til late

​​WHIPPED CREAM, happening 3rd Fridays at DOTS in the Clinton Neighborhood!  I've been looking for the right venue for this event for a while, and I think DOTS fits the bill perfectly!

Gather your crew and/or bring your date to DOTS!  Grab dinner & drinks, dance, play pinball, bring dice/cards & play those, or just shoot the sh*t while I spin vintage vinyl inspired by the ICONIC vintage decor of DOTS that Portlanders have been enjoying for decades!

You'll hear tunes from the 1950s-1970s: tropical, Latin tinge, swingin' 60s, psychedelic velvet! Rhythm n Grooves with a touch of camp. 
 

In order for the Old Portland establishments to survive, we need to SHOW UP FOR THEM!  Support the remaining "Old Portland" businesses like DOTS and the Kenton Club!


World Famous Kenton Club
8:00pm Saturday, June 15, 2024

You asked for it, you got it! 

Under the FLAME umbrella, your host DJ Action Slacks revives Queer Country Junction for one night during Pride Month!

CLASSIC COUNTRY on VINTAGE VINYL (1950s-1980s) with perhaps a couple of newer things tossed in!

1 night of incredible music!

Sexy LGBTQs & allies in western outfits kicking up their heels on one of the BEST dance floors in town!

Also including the induction of several classic country music-makers into the Dance Hall of FLAME!

 

$10 - $20 at the door (sliding scale)

8 pm to midnight

21+
SEE YOU JUNE 15th at the Kenton Club!


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