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Elk Lake Resort’s Music on the Water

Summer nights at Elk Lake’s outdoor concert series

As the days get longer, the sun shines brighter and summer in Central Oregon kicks into full swing, there’s nothing better than spending a day outdoors followed by a warm evening of live music. Elk Lake Resort brings its 11th Annual Music on the Water Series this summer, offering tunes from a variety of talented […]

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Bend Burlesque Debuts Inaugural Pride Event, 'Taste Our Rainbow'

An evening of celebrating Pride and burlesque entertainment

Bend Burlesque is set to dazzle audiences with “Taste Our Rainbow,” a vibrant and sexy performance night in celebration of Pride Month. The event takes place at Bunk + Brew on First Friday, June 7, promising an unforgettable evening of burlesque entertainment. Talented performers will showcase their unique talents and celebrate love in all forms. […]

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A Truly Family-Friendly Festival

The community-minded vibe at 4 Peaks Music Festival offers something for the whole family, from Kidlandia to national touring acts, alongside local faves

Bend is a city practically built for families. Every day, there are tons of families taking advantage of Central Oregon’s parks, trails and breweries with kid-friendly outdoor spaces. It seems as though dogs may be the only family member that could possibly outnumber kids in Bend. It only makes sense then that 4 Peaks Music […]

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Denver Rapper Performs Live For The First Time in Bend

Malcolm Whyz3 rises in the hip-hop community in Colorado on national tour with Mark Battle

Denver-based conscious rapper Malcolm Whye, known by his stage name Malcolm Whyz3 (pronounced “wise”), is set to perform in Bend for the first time at Midtown Ballroom/Domino Room as part of his national tour with rapper Mark Battles. Whye discovered his true passion for music three years ago, inspired by his friends breaking into the […]

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Uniting Central Oregon’s Music Industry

Have questions about the amorphous nature of the music biz? Join Central Oregon Music Network’s free, all-ages mixer

If you’re reading this, you likely live in Central Oregon. So it’s not news to you that Bend is one of the fastest-growing cities in the country. Based on U.S. Census Bureau population data from 2017 to 2022, Bend ranks at number 59โ€”that’s out of “344 of the largest cities [that were analyzed in a […]

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Three Voices, Big Sound

Austin-based trio The Greyhounds returns to Central Oregon on a PNW tour

The Greyhounds’ current tour includes just four stops, and Bend is one of them. The Austin, Texas-based trio consists of guitarist and vocalist Andrew Trube, keyboardist and vocalist Anthony Farrell and drummer Ed Miles. Trube and Farrell met in Los Angeles 25 years ago and have been making music together ever since. Known for its […]

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Lives Changed, On Stage and Off

Portugal. The Man’s community-first approach has changed lives — and now it’s time to reciprocate the effort

It’s not like Portugal. The Man has a stated mission to change lives. In fact, the band’s bio on Instagram declares: “Almost as good as PANTERA.” That seems more on brand for a pop rock act that loves to shred, currently soundtracks Taco Bell commercials, and clearly doesn’t take itself too seriously. Sure, any band […]

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Gung Ho for Open Mics

Let your summer tunes include some from budding local musicians

It’s officially outdoor concert season in Bend, but that’s far from the only place to catch some tunes while the weather’s warm and the sun shines. Check out one or any of these open mics happening around Central Oregon to get a taste of local talent. Shine Your Light (Open Mic) at The Cellar When: […]

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Finding Fellership

The wandering country singer Willy Tea Taylor’s latest effort is his most sonically robust offering yet without sacrificing any of his detail-rich storytelling

Willy Tea Taylor’s flight from Nashville was delayed. It’s now 8pm and we’re talking on the phone as his dad drives him from the Sacramento airport to his home in Oakdale, California. He’s playing a wedding in Yosemite before spending the rest of the next month crisscrossing these United States, followed by an extensive UK […]

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Emily Wolfe Amplifies Authenticity

Austin indie-rock artist comes to Bend for a night of heavy guitars and electrifying music

AAustin-based rock ‘n’ roll songwriter and guitarist Emily Wolfe is gearing up to head on tour to perform her electrifying blend of indie-rock and alternative sounds. Known for her raw and vulnerable lyrics, Wolfe’s music packs a punch with heavy guitars and unapologetic volume. Set to perform tracks from her latest album, “The Blowback,” Wolfe […]

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