Bend Roots Revival has always been one of my favorite annual Bend music events, featuring a wide breadth of local musicians. Back in 2010, I saw JoAnna Lee under a blue tent to the right of the main stage, an oriental-style rug beneath her feet and a black and tan tapestry behind her. This all […]
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Let Freedom Ring
Celebrate the 4th of July with these live music options
in Central Oregon
When your idea of freedom involves dancing, or thrashing, to live music, we’ve got you covered with these 4th of July music options in Central Oregon. Don’t be afraid to let your freak—or rather, freedom—flag fly at these concerts on Independence Day. Red, White and Brews with Strive Roots & Jive Coulis Looking for a […]
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Playing with Friends
Thrice joins Deftones and Rise Against on tour and they don’t have to worry about rockstar egos
Fans of alt-metal, post-hardcore and experimental rock have more to celebrate on the 4th of July than just U.S. independence. This year, Deftones, Rise Against and Thrice, who’ve all been in action for nearly or over 20 years separately, combine forces for one of the most anticipated rock tours of the summer. The Source recently […]
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Same Faces, Different Faces
AKA Faceless returns home to Central Oregon and sonically expands their horizons
You may recognize Trevor Martell and Jason Allenby from their days in local Bend band Patrimony. With their latest project, they may not want you to see their faces, but they do want you to experience how they’ve grown musically since departing for Music City, aka Nashville, Tenn. While Patrimony has parted ways, two of […]
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More Love
G. Love & Special Sauce return to Bend to do what they love most
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 […]
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Latin Fusion
Chiringa! celebrates the release of its new album, “Familia,” with a huge dance party
Fans of live music in Bend have no doubt shaken their booties to the Latin-influenced sounds of ¡Chiringa!. Lead singer Shireen Amini has been a staple in the Bend music scene, bringing her Latin-flavored jams to the masses. ¡Chiringa! brings together local musicians Johnny Riordan on congas and timbales, Tom Freedman on bass and trumpet […]
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Country Meets Synthesizers
Shooter Jennings’ last album “Countach (For Giorgio)” blends the electronic music of Giorgio Moroder with his blues/country roots
When your father is a country music legend, the odds are good that some of that talent flows through your veins. But don’t write Shooter Jennings off as a carbon copy of his father (though he did play him in the Johnny Cash biopic, “Walk the Line”). Son of Waylon Jennings, Shooter has established his […]
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Bite of Bend Music Guide
Hungry for some incredible tunes, too? Whether you’re dancing or shoegazing, you’ll find some sounds to positively love. We have more than a dozen acts lined up to perform on Minnesota Avenue’s Music Stage. Country. Pop. Rock. Folk. Swing. Alternative. And lots more. Nationally known performers mixed in with some dazzling new local bands. The […]
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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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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 […]
