Lady Sings the Blues – A Tribute to Billie Holiday
The 18th Annual Billie Holiday Tribute Night is a celebration of Jazz Appreciation Month, Billie Holiday’s birthday month, and her 110th Birthday. Featured performers are Marcia Hocker, Laura Stilwell, Rita Marquez, Anandi, Marilyn Keller, and Lenanne Sylvester Miller. Returning for her 5th year as emcee and 2nd year as curator of Siren Nation’s annual Billie Holiday Tribute Night is Marcia Hocker. Marcia is the recipient of numerous awards including the 2018 Jazz Hero Award for the City of Portland from the nationally recognized Jazz Journalists Association. This event brings together musicians of many genres to pay tribute to one of the greatest jazz singers and songwriters of our time. Billie Holiday, also known as “Lady Day,” was an American jazz singer and songwriter. Holiday was a hugely formative influence on jazz and pop singing. Her vocal style, strongly inspired by jazz instrumentalists, pioneered a new way of manipulating phrasing and tempo. Above all, she was admired all over the world for her deeply personal and intimate approach to singing. A portion of each ticket sale will also be donated to KBOO Community Radio. Siren Nation is a Portland-based nonprofit whose mission is to inspire and empower women and people of all marginalized genders to create art, and to highlight their many achievements in the arts. Founded in 2005, Siren Nation is a nonprofit arts organization that fulfills our mission by creating year-round performance, exhibition, and educational opportunities in multiple art forms. Siren Nation strives to be inclusive and build community. We welcome women and people of all marginalized genders to apply to and participate in Siren Nation events. We are committed to advancing gender, racial, and economic equity through our work, our practices, and our policies. Thank you for supporting Siren Nation. https://sirennation.org/ Tickets$25 + fees General Admission$25 + fees Live Stream (Enjoy the show from the privacy of your own device) Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Review our venue FAQ here
BACK WHAT YOU BELIEVE IN III – Third Annual Cascade Blues Association Fundraiser
Back What You Believe In Third Annual Cascade Blues Association FundraiserFeaturing:Too Slim & The Taildraggers Mike Skill Group (featuring Mike Skill of THE ROMANTICS) The Strange Tones Rich Layton & Tough Town Miss Vee w/ Chance Hayden Jody Carroll Tevis Hodge, Jr. All musicians are donating their talent and time for this event. The Cascade Blues Association is a non-profit organization that began in Portland in 1987 and is committed to promoting and preserving all varieties of blues, Americana, and roots music. The CBA celebrates the best of Northwest blues with the annual Muddy Awards. Learn more about the CBA: www.cascadebluesassociation.org Minors ok with parent/guardian Review our venue FAQ here ALL SALES ARE FINAL. PLEASE, DOUBLE CHECK YOUR ORDER BEFORE PURCHASING. NO REFUNDS.
Come to Mama! – Celebrating Etta James
One of the most important singers in the history of blues music, Etta James carved her reputation in the form of many indelible hits over a seven-decade-career. Her music lives on within the Portland music scene. This production reunites Portland musicians who collaborated a decade ago on the Tell Mama! Etta James Tribute, assembled after James’ 2012 passing by the late Portland keyboardist/band leader DK Stewart and saxophonist/horn arranger Chris Mercer. That lineup was featured at Waterfront Blues Festival, as well as at many other regional events and venues—including the Alberta Rose Theatre, and released a critically-acclaimed live recording. The line-up of vocalists for this production reads like a “who’s who” of the Northwest’s finest female leads— LaRhonda Steele, Rae Gordon, Lisa Mann, Amy Keys, and Lady Kat— all band leaders, powerful vocalists, and songwriters in their own right. Backing This powerful vocal quintet is an all-star rhythm section that includes award winning guitarists Whit Draper and Peter Dammann, keyboard ace Pat McDougall, drummer Ed Pierce and bassist Joseph Conrad. Joining them on harmonica is special guest Kim Field. Saxophonist/arranger Chris Mercer— a British expat who toured and recorded with such blues and rock legends as John Mayall, Dr John, Freddie King, Billy Ocean, and Bryan Ferry before relocating to Portland, where he has worked Paul deLay, Lloyd Jones, Kevin Selfe—took over the reins of this project as Musical Director with the passing of DK Stewart. Mercer has assembled an expanded six-piece horn section for this version of the Etta Tribute that includes: Allan Kalik and Rick Rier, trumpets; Chris Mercer and Scott Franklin, tenor saxophones; Rob Rayfield, baritone saxophone; and John Gordon, trombone. Tickets: $32.50 Advance$40 At the Door Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Review our venue FAQ here
Ronnie Baker Brooks with special guest Tevis Hodge, Jr.
“In Ronnie Baker Brooks’ powerhouse hands, blues-rock never sounded so outrageous. Soul never sounded so delicious. And the blues never sounded so profound…one of today’s top live performers.” —Blues Music MagazineChicago guitarist, vocalist and songwriter Ronnie Baker Brooks is one of the city’s—and the world’s—most undeniably talented and electrifying bluesmen. Ronnie was born into Chicago blues royalty as the son of legendary multiple GRAMMY Award nominee, Blues Hall Of Famer, and longtime Alligator Records recording star Lonnie Brooks. He is among the few contemporary blues artists who learned his craft directly from many of the genre’s icons, including Albert Collins, B.B. King, Willie Dixon, Koko Taylor and, most significantly, his father. “I’m blessed to have played with and learned from the best. I’m carrying them within me,” he says of all the legends he knew growing up and the journey he’s been on. Portland’s own Tevis Hodge, Jr. opens the show with a solo acoustic set Tickets: $32.50 Advance$42.50 At the Door Ages 18+ Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Review our venue FAQ here
Too Slim & The Taildraggers – Johnny Wheels and the Swamp Donkeys
Too Slim & The Taildraggers Tim “Too Slim“ Langford is a monster guitarist and unabashed blues rocker whose influences run the gamut from Lightnin’ Hopkins, Freddy King, Duane Allman, Lynyrd Skynyrd and Robin Trower. He is a prolific singer/songwriter whose songs have now yielded an impressive 14 studio albums, 2 solo albums and several live CD’s on the Vizztone and his own Underworld Records labels. Too Slim and the Taildraggers are Tim “Too Slim” Langford on guitar/vocals, Zach Kasik on bass/vocals and Chris Reiser on drums/vocals. Too Slim and the Taildraggers ever evolving musical direction cannot easily be classified into any box or category. Tim “Too Slim” Langford has received Lifetime Achievement and Hall Of Fame awards by three Northwest blues societies, as well as more than 40 regional and national music awards. Johnny Wheels and the Swamp Donkeys The son of a traveling bass player and singer, Johnny “Wheels” Kennicott had music in his blood since birth, but expressing himself musically took on new importance when Johnny broke his neck in a childhood accident, leaving him paralyzed from the chest down. Though his father’s instrument of choice and his early passion of playing drums were now out due to limited function, Johnny found, through determined trial and error, he could manipulate his paralyzed diaphragm to not only sing, but also blow the harmonica. Since that time, Johnny has been traveling the Pacific Northwest music scene, spreading the gospel of the blues. Collectively, the band hails from Oregon, Texas and California and is typically tagged as a Blues band; although, the diversity of the members’ musical backgrounds becomes evident as the worlds of R&B, Soul, Jazz, Funk and Rock are blended under a Blues umbrella. Tickets$25 Advance$30 At the Door Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardianReview our venue FAQ here
Coco Montoya with special guest Tevis Hodge, Jr.
Still an indefatigable road warrior, Coco Montoya continues to tour virtually nonstop, bringing audiences to their feet from New York to New Orleans to Chicago to San Francisco. Across the globe, he’s performed in countries including Australia, Belgium, Switzerland, Germany, Norway, England, Brazil, Argentina, Spain, Mexico, Ecuador, Italy, Poland, Russia, the Czech Republic and Canada.Now, with the dynamic Writing On The Wall and a tour calendar busting at the seams, Coco Montoya is as excited as he’s ever been to perform the new songs live with his burning-hot band. Montoya’s well-earned reputation as an eye-popping live performer precedes him. Vintage Guitar states, “Coco keeps getting better and better. He plays with fire and passion rarely seen in this day and age.” Billboard declares, “In a world of blues guitar pretenders, Coco Montoya is the real McCoy. He exudes power and authenticity. Be prepared to get scorched by the real thing.” Portland singer-songwriter Tevis Hodge, Jr. opens the show.Tickets$25 Advance$30 At the Door Minors ok with parent/guardianReview our Health & Safety Policies HERE
Coco Montoya with special guest Terry Robb
Still an indefatigable road warrior, Coco Montoya continues to tour virtually nonstop, bringing audiences to their feet from New York, to New Orleans, to Chicago, to San Francisco. Across the globe, he’s performed in countries including Australia, Belgium, Switzerland, Germany, Norway, England, Brazil, Argentina, Spain, Mexico, Ecuador, Italy, Poland, Russia, the Czech Republic and Canada.Now, with the dynamic Writing On The Wall and a tour calendar busting at the seams, Coco Montoya is as excited as he’s ever been to perform the new songs live with his burning-hot band. Montoya’s well-earned reputation as an eye-popping live performer precedes him. Vintage Guitar states, “Coco keeps getting better and better. He plays with fire and passion rarely seen in this day and age.” Billboard declares, “In a world of blues guitar pretenders, Coco Montoya is the real McCoy. He exudes power and authenticity. Be prepared to get scorched by the real thing.” Portland fingerstyle guitar legend Terry Robb opens the show Tickets$25 Advance$30 At the Door Minors ok with parent/guardianReview our venue FAQ here
BACK WHAT YOU BELIEVE IN II – MUDDY MADNESS – Second Annual Cascade Blues Association Fundraiser
Back What You Believe In Second Annual Cascade Blues Association FundraiserFeaturing:Ben Rice & The PDX HustleLloyd Jones + Mark SharkTy Curtis + Taylor NewvilleNorman Sylvester BandTevis Hodge, Jr.Sonny Hess + Lisa Mann Tickets: $30 Advance$32 At the Door$100 VIP (limited number available) includes admission, front row seating, a signed poster and a one-day GA pass to the Portland Waterfront Blues Festival Minors ok with parent/guardianReview our Health & Safety Policies HERE
BACK WHAT YOU BELIEVE IN – First Annual Cascade Blues Association Fundraiser
Back What You Believe In First Annual Cascade Blues Association FundraiserFive bands on one incredible evening.This will be a partially-seated show, so you can dance!Featuring:Too Slim & the Taildraggers Reunion https://www.tooslim.net/ Ty Curtis https://www.tycurtis.net/ Johnny Wheels & the Swamp Donkeys with guest Kathryn Grimm https://johnnywheelsband.com/ Norman Sylvester Band http://normansylvester.com/ Kevin Selfe Big Band https://kevinselfe.com/ Tickets: $30 Advance$32 At the Door$100 VIP (limited number available) includes admission, front row seating, a signed poster, and one free admission to the Waterfront Blues Festival! Minors ok with parent/guardianReview our Health & Safety Policies HERE
Maria Muldaur and Her Red Hot Bluesiana Band with special guests Ashleigh Flynn & The Riveters
Maria Muldaur is best known world-wide for her 1974 mega-hit “Midnight at the Oasis,” which received several Grammy nominations, and enshrined her forever in the hearts of Baby Boomers everywhere; but despite her considerable pop music success, her 55-plus year career could best be described as a long and adventurous odyssey through the various forms of American Roots Music. During the Folk Revival of the early ’60s, she began exploring and singing early Blues, Bluegrass and Appalachian “Old Timey” Music, beginning her recording career in 1963 with the Even Dozen Jug Band and shortly thereafter, joining the very popular Jim Kweskin Jug Band, touring and recording with them throughout the ’60s.In the 46 years since “Midnight at the Oasis,” Maria has toured extensively worldwide and has recorded 41 solo albums covering all kinds of American Roots Music, including Gospel, R&B, Jazz and Big Band (not to mention several award- winning children’s albums). She has now settled comfortably into her favorite idiom, the Blues. Often joining forces with some of the top names in the business, Maria has recorded and produced on-average an album per year, several of which have been nominated for Grammys and other awards.Ashleigh Flynn & The Riveters strip down to an acoustic trio for their opening set tonight.Tickets:$29 Advance$32 At the Door Minors ok with parent/guardianReview our Health & Safety Policies HERE
