There’s just something about G. Love & Special Sauce that appeals to concertgoers in the Bend music scene. The last couple times Garrett “G. Love” Dutton and his crew visited Bend, they packed the Domino Room and inspired a sweaty, hip-hop and blues-influenced dance party. I usually like to get as close as possible, but […]
Anne Pick
Music Writer | The Source Weekly
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Pepper, Tribal Seeds, Phillip Phillips & Govt Mule
Pepper and Tribal Seeds Sept 13 ROCK — On their latest album, “Ohana,” Pepper reconnects with their Hawaiian roots. The band, which originally formed in Kona, Hawaii, relocated to Southern California in 1999 and has since taken the mainland by storm. Pepper infuses rock with reggae, ska and dub to create relaxing, yet upbeat jams. […]
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Show Bookers
Peek inside the day-to-day operations of Bend music promoters and see what it takes to bring your favorite musicians to town
Before your favorite band comes to town, a lot of work goes into getting them here. That includes countless emails, research, time spent driving to Portland and back to pick up an artist and hotel rooms booked for the band. To understand what goes into creating that incredible live music experience you love—and why some […]
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Pinnacles of the Peaks
Pick’s picks for must-see acts at 4 Peaks Music Festival
This year, 4 Peaks Music Festival promises a the family-friendly fest environment on a grander scale than in years past. Moving to a new venue at Stevenson Ranch, expect grander views, bigger grassy fields, a larger late night tent, great selection of vendors and an impressive selection of musicians from across the globe. You’re already […]
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Happy Hour Review: Aspect Boards & Brews
Aspect Boards & Brews How can you beat a beer and a taco for $5 while sitting in the sunshine watching the world go by Bend’s westside? You can’t. Aspect Boards & Brews, the skate and snowboarding shop that expanded a couple years ago to include 12 taps as well as sangria and a variety […]
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Happy Hour Review: The Backyard Brick Oven Pizza & Sports Bar
Those living and working on Bend’s northside have a new place to enjoy happy hour while waiting out the rush hour line of traffic that builds up on Empire Ave. The Backyard Brick Oven Pizza & Sports Bar opened earlier this year and provides diners a casual spot for happy hour cocktails and appetizers. Whether […]
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Bonus Interview with Fortune’s Folly — Alt-Rock for Your Friday Night at Volcanic
Last week, I caught up with Eugene-based alternative rockers Fortune’s Folly. The band caught my eye, as I have an affliction for indie rock and female lead singers. Fortune’s Folly reminds me of pre-”Return of Saturn”, ‘90s era No Doubt, also known as the biggest influence on my love of music (yep, “Tragic Kingdom” was […]
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Pick’s Picks: The Cave Singers Play Living Room Show in Bend This Sunday!
You guys! The Cave Singers are playing a small acoustic show in Bend on Sunday! News of the show came across my desk this morning and I couldn’t be more excited to share the news with you all. One of my best friends introduced me to The Cave Singers before we saw them at Mississippi […]
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No Pressure
Alder Street Band returns with its new genre-crossing album
Alder Street Band has come a long way since the group’s inception at the Campbell Club, a student co-op near the University of Oregon in Eugene. Beginning as a like-minded gathering of musicians, the band has evolved, while still holding onto the founding philosophy of having fun playing music with friends. “We all have jobs. […]
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Van Lifers
It’s all in the freedom: freedom to roam, freedom from high rents
Some see it as the ticket to freedom—whether that be freedom from high rents, freedom to roam, or otherwise. Here s what it s really like to live full-time in a van inBend. In the past, the phrase “van life” brought to mind images of hippies with big sunglasses and flowy clothing, driving VW vans […]
