With an eclectic fusion of indie-pop melodies and soulful lyrics, new indie band Robot Mushroom has recently begun making waves in the Bend music circuit. The band’s fusion of soul-stirring melodies, rhythmic beats and heartfelt lyrics is poised to leave an indelible effect on the audience and marks the beginning of a new age in […]
Upcoming Shows
3 of We
3 of We is a three-piece rock band loaded with talented local musicians who united on a mission to harness high-quality music that makes listeners feel alive and expands their horizons for the past four years. “Why do we do what we do? To bring people together so you can groove and be happy,” the hard-rocking […]
“Deadhead” of the Year
For a proper celebration of music, energy and the end of the year, renowned Grateful Dead tribute group, Call Down Thunder, will light up the stage with euphoric rhythm on Friday, Dec. 29, at 7pm. With the shindig going down at the Domino Room, this music/community event promises an unforgettable experience for both die-hard “Deadheads” […]
Keeping Tempo
The Adam Carlson Jazz Trio performs contemporary jazz on Saturday, Dec. 23 at 6pm. Tom Freedman is an accomplished musician who dedicated most of his professional life to his passion for jazz music. In speaking with him, Freedman mused on jazz’s culture/subculture and his time as a working musician in Portland. “I grew up in […]
Take Me on Tour, Santa Claus!
There’s no question, Santa Claus visits the entire world in one night, but I would argue his most impressive feat during the season is making it through an incredibly demanding press tour leading up to the big night. Photo-ops in malls followed by guest appearances at charity events and parades, it’s enough to make even […]
Ho…Ho…Holiday Jazz
A s the festive season grows with each passing day, it’s impossible to deny that the heartwarming harmonies of holiday tunes are beginning to fill the air. This year, the Sisters Jazz Choir prepares to enchant audiences with renditions of beloved holiday classics at the Sisters Library and East Bend Public Library. The Sisters Jazz […]
Rock ‘n’ Roll for Waterways
This Domino Room music event on Saturday, Dec. 2, 7pm will feature an explosive lineup of amazing music from local bands Fractal and Watkins Glen to help spread awareness and raise funds for the Upper Deschutes Watershed Council and its mission of restoration, preservation and promotion of clean and accessible water sources in Central Oregon. […]
Music on the Metolius, Season Two โถ [With Video]
A number of years back I created this section of the paper, called Gung Ho for Shows, to give us yet another place to talk about music, upcoming shows and all things glorious about creativity and sound. This week, I’m taking over Gung Ho to talk about one of my personal, favorite collaborations of the year: […]
The Bob Ross of Music
Bluegrass balladeer Pete Kartsounes continues to provide amazing music the same way he has for the past two decades โ authentically. The artist’s unbridled style and storm-cloud voice will be on full display on Friday, Nov. 17 at Unity Community of Central Oregon. On the subject of how he has managed to create such a […]
Notes from an Endless Tour
The Leadbetter Band is a musical group led by singer/songwriter and guitarist Eric Leadbetter. The band is known for its blend of various musical genres, including jam band improvisation, folk and gold-age rock influences. This past February, Eric Leadbetter spoke with the Source Weekly previewing the band’s 2023 album “CAKE.” Ahead of a show at […]

