An incredible showing of women in music is coming to Central Oregon this year—so much so that you could be out supporting these artists basically every week over the next few months. Alongside Joseph (see our other Sound story this week), here’s a roundup of some shows to get on your radar—but be sure to […]
Isaac Biehl
Isaac is living proof that "Iowa Nice" is actually a thing. A journalism graduate from Iowa State University, he regularly writes about music, the outdoors and the arts/culture scene. Isaac loves the Trail Blazers, backpacking and a good IPA. He plans to one day win Survivor. Your move, Jeff Probst.
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She Can Brew It
10 Barrel’s Brewmaster of Research and Development gives a look inside her relationship with beer
The craft beer industry has evolved over the years, and imagining it as a male-only trade would be silly. Plenty of women brew beer, and Central Oregon is lucky to host a lot of that talent right here. Tonya Cornett, 10 Barrel’s brewmaster of research and development, has been a part of Bend’s brewing scene […]
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#InDaCouch
When doing nothing feels so right: A case for staying in while living in a town that never seems to stop being out
It’s Friday night. You get home from work, kick off your shoes and begin to carve the perfect spot out in your couch—then the notifications start coming in. “Hey, dude, let’s grab a beer!” “*Insert band here* is playing at Volcanic! Let’s go!” You read these texts and consider the fun it might be, but […]
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Your Budtenders’ Favorite Products
THC comes in many shapes and sizes—here’s an inside look at what bud lovers enjoy the most
Weed has evolved quite a bit since its earliest usage, and you can find THC in a multitude of products. You can drink it, bathe in it and basically find it in about any product of your preference. They aren’t just used for fun, either. Many people are finding products to fit their specific needs—whether […]
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Chasing The Sun
In Central Oregon, nearly any time is a good time for a climb
Usually this is a strange time of year for the rock-climber population. It’s still pretty cold out, and often, there’s that pesky snow and ice to deal with. But this year? Winter has almost been too ideal for climbers. “We’ve been lucky with a winter like this. This winter has been prime conditions,” says Mike […]
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Source Material
February Selections
February is kind of a weird month where you’re stuck in limbo between winter and spring. It’s definitely not my favorite. But this year it seems that musicians sought to kick out those February blues, because there were a ton of good tunes put out this month. Let’s take a look at some of my […]
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Polecat’s Last Hoorah
Bellingham’s favorite Americana band is hanging up its hat after 10 years
Ten years is a long time to be doing anything. Even only after a year in, that thing can become an integral part of your life. For Polecat, a folky-bluegrass band from Bellingham, Washington that thing was performing music for people that made them happy. Now, after a decade-long run as a beloved group up […]
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“We Don’t Always Just Look Ridiculous”
Pigeons Playing Ping Pong find new territory on its latest album, but are still jamming all the same
“I‘m coming in hot,” said Alex Petropulos, drummer for Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, as we hopped on the phone for our interview. It was a sh*tty Valentine’s Day morning in San Francisco. The band woke up and found all of their ski gear stolen (a Bendite’s worst nightmare). Petropulos actually stumbled upon a group of […]
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Gung Ho For Shows: Primus W/ Wolfmother and Battles
Enjoy the rockers’ grand tribute to Rush at the Les Schwab Amphitheater
All summer long, Primus will be touring the country while paying tribute to Rush and the Canadian band’s 1977 album, “A Farewell to Kings.” This is turning out to be quite the significant tour. For one, Rush’s “Hemispheres” tour was actually Primus bassist Les Claypool’s first concert at the age of 14. And second, the tour […]
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New at WinterFest: Outdoors Gear
Polar Market now offers consignment
The Polar Market at Oregon WinterFest is a hub for outdoor sporting gear—something many people in Central Oregon already can’t get enough of. And this year, the Polar Market is only getting better for those sporting-goods junkies. For the first time ever, TruNorthwest Exhange is hosting a consignment fair for people to come and drop […]