The boys of Precious Byrd have become a staple in the Pacific Northwest, and Central Oregon especially. It’s a wonder that they’ve only put one project before this, with 2016’s “Superphonic Magical” EP, but here they sit – a Bend symbol representing nights danced away to funky grooves. But the wait for more original material […]
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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The Excellence of Murs
Hip hop lovers old and young should still be listening to this indie legend
I first found Murs 10 years ago while watching MTV. His “Rock The Vote” spots kept coming on in between my shows, during the heat of the 2008 election—coming in conjunction with the release of his album, “Murs for President.” I was only 13 or 14 at the time, so obviously I couldn’t vote, but I […]
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Getting Lost in Cabin 8
Artist In Residency program offers a tranquil spot for creativity
Finding the time—and the space— for creativity can be hard. The outside world beckons— distracting many creative types from building up focus, resulting in half-baked projects or shoddy execution. The Suttle Lodge and Boathouse, located just outside of Sisters, aims to remedy those challenges for at least some distracted artists with its Artist in Residency […]
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Oregon is Moving Toward a Plastic Bag Ban
A new House Bill could ban grocery stores from giving out single-use plastic bags
The City of Bend voted on a decision back on December 5 to reduce the use of single-use plastic bags, a plan that will officially go into effect on July 1. However, the whole state of Oregon might also be following in that same direction with House Bill 2509.
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Weekend Warrior: April 5-7
Beer, music and… fitness?
It’s that time of the week again – when you start to ask yourself, “what am I going to do this weekend?” Sometimes our brains don’t have enough power left to even begin to think about making plans. Well, that’s where we come in. Here’s a bit of what’s going on the next few days […]
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A Year of “Bark Your Head Off, Dog”
The Hop Along’s Mark Quinlan reminisces
Business is booming for the Philadelphia-born band Hop Along. With a long run of tour stops ahead (playing The Suttle Lodge three days before hitting Coachella), the band has grown in many ways they never knew they could. Hop Along is about to hit the one year mark since the release of its last album, […]
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Artist Fact Sheet: Mason Jennings
The singer-songwriter makes his way to Bend
Some artists have works that sound timeless. Some have careers that span decades. In Mason Jennings‘ case, the 44-year-old artist checks off both boxes. His songs are tender, emotionally filling and connecting. Jennings’ debut album was released in 1997; his most recent effort in 2018—21 years all together, for those doing the math. Starting out […]
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Art Walk Picks
Headed to First Friday in downtown Bend? Here’s what to put on your radar. PETER MCCRACKEN WORLD PHOTOGRAPHY Some of the finest snapshots of the Northwest and all over the globe will be featured in this gallery. Peter McCracken uses photography to escape into the world and his photos capture an intense amount of beauty. […]
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What Comes After?
MOsley WOtta’s new album, the first in seven years, prompts that very question
It’s been seven years since MOsley WOtta‘s last album, “Kinkonk.” That’s a big window for things to change, especially for a musician. The turns life take can either keep that window propped open for creation, or make you move in a different direction. You have to roll with the punches and jump those hurdles. For […]
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Pet Friendly Patios
Doggos like to go out, too!
Who doesn’t love to eat some grub or sip on some bevvies with their furry best friend? Here are some of the Central Oregon Pets pets’ picks for best places to take your dog. Bend Brewing Co. 1019 NW Brooks St., Bend Take in some views of the Deschutes River and chill out on the […]