Mason Jennings at Aladdin Theater
Mason Jennings returns to Portland for a show at Aladdin Theater.TICKETS: $32 GA Advance$42 Day of ShowThis show takes place at:Aladdin Theater3017 SE Milwaukie Ave., Portland OR 97202503-234-9694FOR TICKETS CLICK HERE.
Jerry Joseph Acoustic • Dimpker Brothers
From “The Beautiful Madness of Jerry Joseph: An Essay by Patterson Hood” Jerry Joseph is a musician who lives in Portland Oregon, but he’s often gone. He’s been inducted into the Oregon Music Hall of Fame but is still rather obscure to a lot of people. He plays well over 150 shows a year in the usual places. Across America. Sometimes in Europe, Mexico, and Central America. Then there’s these other places he plays—Lebanon, Israel, Kurdish Iraq, India, and Afghanistan. All over the Middle East, often in war zones and refugee camps. In addition to his touring, Jerry has set up a non-profit called Nomad Music Foundation that acts as a sort of School of Rock for displaced teenagers in areas of conflict. So far, he has taken guitars and taught lessons in camps in Kabul, Afghanistan, and Sulaymaniyah and Dahuk, both in Kurdish Iraq. These life-changing missions have been written up in Rolling Stone, Relix, and PBS News Hour. Oh yeah, and he’s really fucking great. A triple threat—someone who works at the highest levels as a songwriter, singer, and player. Jason Isbell, who kinda personifies such, recently tweeted about triple threats and listed Jerry Joseph (along with Richard Thompson and St. Vincent) among the greatest examples of that phenomenon. Most likely, if you know who Jerry is, you agree, but there’s also a big chance that you don’t. His talent, drive, work ethic, amazing body of work, and flat out badass-ness make him one of the most underrated and tragically overlooked artists alive today. He deserves better, and I’m hoping to help shine a light on who and what Jerry Joseph is and why you should listen to what he’s doing and saying.Read more at https://www.jerryjoseph.com/bio And then come to the show.Martin and Adam Dimpker are Sweden’s Dimpker Brothers. The brothers have played music together for most of their lives and the result is something many refer to as “blood harmonies”. In addition to their harmonic connectedness, the brothers are exceptional multi instrumental musicians sought after as sidemen. Tickets: $20 Advance$24 At the DoorAges 21+. Review our Health & Safety Policies HERE
Whiskey River – A Tribute to Willie Nelson by The Adrian Martin Septet feat. James Low
James Low sings the timeless songs of Willie Nelson as a member of the nimble septet led by guitarist Adrian Martin$24 GA Advance$29 GA At the Door$20 Live Stream (watch the show from the comfort of your own device) Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardianReview our Health & Safety Policies HERE
The Arcadian Wild with special guest Wesley Randolph Eader
Led by songwriters Isaac Horn and Lincoln Mick, Nashville-based acoustic quartet The Arcadian Wild confidently inhabits and explores an intersection of genre, blending the traditional with the contemporary in order to create a unique acoustic sound that is simultaneously unified and diverse. Combining elements of progressive bluegrass, folk, and formal vocal music, The Arcadian Wild offer up songs of invitation; calls to come and see, to find refuge and rest, or to journey and wonder.Local folk singer songwriter Wesley Randolph Eader opens the show$19 Advance$24 At the Door Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardian.Review our Health & Safety Policies HERE
Terrible Tales Told in Beautiful Melodies – TOM WAITS TRIBUTE feat. Bre Gregg, Shelly Rudolph, Donna Jones and more
Portland’s tribute to the great Tom Waits featuring an amazing lineup of instrumentalists and vocalists. With innovative staging, a little magic, a lot of music, and a touch o’ whiskey, we’ll conjure up for you the essence in Tom Waits’ lyrical obsessions of tragic blues, narcotic jazz, sinister opera, and delirious, drunken carnival mambos. Catch the voices of Bre Gregg, Shelly Rudolph, Donna Jones, Jet Black Pearl plus spectacular musical arrangements performed by Dan Gildea, Paul K Ward, Madi DeSantis, Jason Wells, Mary-Sue Tobin, and James Latham. More than a concert – a special stage experience! Performers include Dan Gildea – GuitarsBre Gregg – Vocals Paul K Ward – Piano James Latham – Bass/Vocals Donna Jones – Vocals Shelly Rudolph – Vocals Jason Wells – Trumpet Madi DeSantis – Drums Jet Black Pearl – Accordion/Vocals Doors open at 6:00$25 General AdmissionMinors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardianTom Waits portrait by Aaron Reichart
Rizo & Making Movies – FUN HOUSE TOUR with special guest Lilo Sanchez
Rizo:The New York Times once referred to Rizo as “SENSATIONAL… A fierce but kindhearted fusion of comedy, burlesque, performance art, and rock ‘n’ roll.” Taking a cue from Piaf, Rizo (né Amelia Zirin-Brown) fully embraces the role of chanteuse. In recordings, she is a mysterious figure, a siren ushering you through tableaus of heartbreak, lust, and the murkiness in between. Live, she is an eyeful. An international cult favorite, her stage shows bring her powerhouse vocals together with seductive storytelling and wild hilarious audience experiments. Rizo is a provocateur with an electric wit, and has been called a “diva par excellence” by The Guardian. In the studio she has collaborated with Moby, Reggie Watts, and Yo-Yo Ma; whose album Songs of Joy & Peace, which features Rizo, won a Grammy Award. Rizo has also received a New York Foundation for the Arts Fellowship, a Time Out London theater award, and a London Cabaret Award. Rizo recently starred in the role of Madame Zinzanni in the revival of the much beloved Teatro ZinZanni and is in development for a television project with Michael Carbonaro of the popular series “The Carbonaro Effect.” Making Movies:Founded by Enrique Chi—a songwriter, musician, filmmaker, and activist—the Latin Grammy-nominated Making Movies serves as the primary platform for Chi’s creative mission. Rooted in the rich traditions of Panamá, a crisol de razas, the band’s sound is an embodiment of those diverse cultures, offering listeners a unique experience that feels both extraordinary and familiar. Described by NPR as “Perhaps one of the most unique groups around today, Making Movies is sensual, smoky, and seductive.” The band’s accomplishments include collaborations with legendary artists like Rubén Blades, performances at major international festivals, and tours with notable acts such as Los Lobos, Ozomatli, Hurray For the Riff Raff, Las Cafeteras, and Flor De Toloache. Chi is also producing AMERI’KANA TV, a National Endowment for the Arts-funded documentary series that explores an alternate history of American music, continuing their mission to inspire and educate. Their next studio album is set to be released in early 2025. The band is committed to representing their mixed identity of Black and Latino culture and has been a vocal influence in the national health conversation around music as medicine. (For more and other community impact projects, see the group’s nonprofit Art As Mentorship). Minors ok with parent/guardian Review our venue FAQ here ALL SALES ARE FINAL. PLEASE, DOUBLE CHECK YOUR ORDER BEFORE PURCHASING. NO REFUNDS.
Belong Art Community Presents: Lee DeWyze & Belong Resident Showcase
Belong Art Community presents American Idol Winner Lee DeWyze. Belong Art Community residents will open the show and speakers will share their stories and experiences of their disabilities. Net ticket sales and donations will be donated to Belong Art Community to continue to build its community and create together through classes, art, and experiences​.Tickets are available on a sliding scale from $12 – $20 Minors ok with parent/guardianReview our Health & Safety Policies HERE
Tracy Grammer
Tracy Grammer is one of the most beloved acts in contemporary folk music. Called “one of the finest pure musicians anywhere in folkdom,” (Boston Globe), she has performed on coffeehouse, theater, and festival stages since 1997, and has been a guest on Mountain Stage, World Cafe, River City Folk, SiriusXM Radio, and Folk Alley. With pristine fingerstyle guitar, percussive strums, dynamic vocals, and incantatory narratives, Tracy delivers a polished, personal show notable for its melodies, heart-forward content, and engaging, authentic delivery. It’s often the case at the end of the show that audiences can’t decide which moved them more — the songs, or the stories behind them. The Alberta Rose is Tracy’s Portland home. Come welcome her back once more!Tickets:$25 Advance$30 At the Door Minors ok with parent/guardianReview our venue FAQ here
Tracy Grammer
Tracy Grammer is one of the most beloved acts in contemporary folk music. Called “one of the finest pure musicians anywhere in folkdom,” (Boston Globe), she has performed on coffeehouse, theater, and festival stages since 1997, and has been a guest on Mountain Stage, World Cafe, River City Folk, SiriusXM Radio, and Folk Alley. With pristine fingerstyle guitar, percussive strums, dynamic vocals, and incantatory narratives, Tracy delivers a polished, personal show notable for its melodies, heart-forward content, and engaging, authentic delivery. It’s often the case at the end of the show that audiences can’t decide which moved them more — the songs, or the stories behind them. Tracy’s journey in music has been marked by both tragedy and triumph. In 2002, then-duo partner and songwriter Dave Carter died suddenly while on tour. Dave Carter & Tracy Grammer, heralded as “the new voice of folk music” by the Associated Press, was riding high on the success of their third album, DRUM HAT BUDDHA, and had just finished a five-week bus tour with Joan Baez as featured artists and Baez’s band mates. Tracy’s determination and grace in the wake of unfathomable loss, and her transparency as she gained her footing as a solo artist, have earned her a devoted, lifelong following, who see her concerts as nothing less than a celebration of courage, bravery, vulnerability, and love. As one fan puts it, “With Tracy, it’s not just about the music — it’s a soul journey.”In addition to performing internationally, Tracy has judged Kerrville New Folk, served as a Folk Alliance panelist and mentor, led songwriting workshops, hosted the Dave Carter Memorial Writer’s Round-up for eight years, taught choral music at private high schools in Massachusetts, and delivered the keynote at Cape May Singer-Songwriter Weekend. She has toured as bandmate and opening act for Joan Baez, performed with Hugh Masekela and Odetta as part of New York State’s Songs of the Spirit Tour, and recorded with Mary Chapin Carpenter. She is the only performer invited to play the Falcon Ridge Folk Festival 13 years in a row and promoters everywhere agree: the photos don’t do her justice.Tracy returns to perform in Portland for the first time in years. Don’t miss it!Tickets:$25 Advance$30 At the Door Minors ok with parent/guardianReview our Health & Safety Policies HERE
Portland Power Couples – feat. Marv & Rindy Ross, LaRhonda & Mark Steele, Kate Power & Steve Einhorn, Colin Hogan & Brian Link
Everybody’s been in a band with a boyfriend or girlfriend. But sometimes it gets serious. And sometimes it gets REAL serious. These musical couples have not only pledged a life together, but they are all gifted music makers who have integrated their talents to amount to greater than the sum of their parts. These are Portland’s musical Power Couples! Marv & Rindy Ross – Already married when they hit the big time with Oregon’s first platinum-selling record as Quarterflash, Marv & Rindy have a long history of doing great musical projects together. LaRhonda & Mark Steele – Jazz/gospel keyboardist Mark Steele has played with some first-rate talent, including Michael Sambello and the legendary Joe Pass, while LaRhonda is known as Portland’s First Lady of the Blues. Kate Power and Steve Einhorn – This esteemed folk duo encompasses everything that’s right with the Portland music scene. They are collaborators, community organizers and quality folk. Colin Hogan and Brian Link are the next generation Portland power couple. They perform their original music with the group The Colin Trio, and are also driving forces in such bands as Beardz II Men and the Fleetwood Mac tribute band Taken by the Sky. Come see and hear some of the best music Portland has to offer, served with a side of fidelity. Tickets:$25 General Admission Minors ok with parent/guardianReview our Health & Safety Policies HERE