We’re honored to welcome Colin Meloy for a special evening of music in support of Belong Art Community, a Portland-based organization that supports adults with disabilities through inclusive housing, creative programming, and community connection. Belong is built on the belief that artists of all abilities deserve belonging, dignity, and the opportunity to live full, self-directed lives—rooted in creativity, autonomy, and mutual care.
To open the night, Belong residents will share a bit about their community and sing a couple of songs, offering a glimpse into the heart of Belong and the creative spirit that brings us together.
Local openers TBA.
Colin Meloy is the frontman and primary songwriter for The Decemberists, the Grammy-nominated band formed in Portland in 2000. Over the past two decades, the band has released eight studio albums, most recently I’ll Be Your Girl(Capitol Records). In addition to his work with The Decemberists, Colin has toured and recorded as a solo artist and released several beloved cover EPs, including Colin Meloy Sings The Kinks, alongside interpretations of songs by Morrissey, Shirley Collins, and Sam Cooke. He is also an author and regularly shares new writing and music through his Substack, Colin Meloy’s Machine Shop.
