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Slightly Stoopid and Indigo Girls

Book these shows now so you don’t miss out. Indigo Girls March 20 LEGENDARY FOLK โ€” Rocking out since the mid 1980s, many will recognize the Indigo Girls for their unique, Grammy-winning folk rock. Icons in the LGBTQIA communities, both coming out before it was deemed mainstream “safe,” the “Girls” are still going strong and […]

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Pimp Hand Strong

The Pimps of Joytime bring the funk

When you hear the name “The Pimps of Joytime,” it’s hard to imagine how perfect that name actually is for the band. Every song off of every album sees the band absolutely pimping the idea of just letting go and having fun. Their funk is a deep funk you feel in your soul, making it […]

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GUNG HO FOR SHOWS 3/1-9

King Louie’s Blues Revue, Black Violin & the Avett Brothers

Book these shows now so you don’t miss out. King Louie’s Blues Revue March 17-18 Phew, this is one heck of a funky show set for the Riverhouse Jazz series. The Portland-based brass band features three sets of smooth R&B, with bluesy vocals including “Oregon’s King of Soul” Andy Stokes, gospel queen LaRhonda Steele and […]

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A Cure for the Pain

Tommy Castro and the Painkillers play the Belfry

People who see Tommy Castro and the Painkillers on his tour but have yet to hear his album, “Method To My Madness,” will get a good idea of what to expect from this latest release by the time the show is over. For starters, guitarist/singer Castro plans to play upward of eight or nine of […]

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Riff Raff: The Enigma Wrapped in a Cornrow

The rapper who has many scratching their heads comes to Bend

There are far worse rappers on the radio and definitely more annoying personalities that take up our airwaves, but why exactly is Riff Raff famous? Is it simply the idea of a white gangster rapper trying desperately to become a mixture of Scarface and Master P that makes us want to watch? Riff Raff was […]

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Puccini’s La Boheme, Semi-Toned & Steve Miller Band

Book these shows now so you don’t miss out. Puccini’s La Boheme March 10-11 Whether you’re a seasoned opera buff or not, La Boheme is one of the oldest and most quintessential works in the genre. And you’re in luck, because it comes to Redmond this March! Brought to you through a collaboration from OperaBend, […]

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Protest Songs

Political turmoil yields great music

A glass cage of emotion, you say? There’s a reason the best songs are usually about breakups, hardships or hey, tough political times. Political injustice and activism have long inspired musicians to produce important songs that still resonate long after the turmoil is over. Using music as a tool for protest isn’t anything newโ€”but with […]

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Yellow Jackets

The Yellowjackets buzz by for some Riverhouse Jazz

The Yellowjackets have been together for decades, and while some of their line-up has changed multiple times over, their sound has stayed remarkably consistent. Formed in 1977 and originally known as the Robben Ford Group, the Los Angeles jazz group has released 26 albums since 1981, and has won numerous Grammy awards. The original lineup […]

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4 Peaks Music Festival Lineup & More

Book these shows now so you don’t miss out. 4 Peaks Music Festival June 15 – 18 FESTIVAL โ€” Jam band and new grass enthusiasts rejoice! Your local go-to festival is celebrating its 10th year by announcing a stellar lineup that includes 90s progressive rock greats, moe. and Americana-bluegrass favorites, Railroad Earth. Expect the sets […]

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