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In a recent Rolling Stone interview, Mr. P Funk himself, George Clinton, describes an alien encounter he had. But he also delves into his extensive knowledge of music—from doo woop to jazz to what he’s best known for—funk… and that last bit is why we’ll be at this week’s show, front and center. While thinking […]
Some do it to practice and refine their craft. Some do it to gain experience in front of a crowd. And some come to local open mics just for the fun. “It’s a great way to help people kind of conquer their stage fear,” says Jeshua Marshall, bass player for Larry and His Flask, as […]
On Jan. 24, the City of Bend sent a survey to parties involved in planning events throughout Central Oregon. The Bend City Council plans to discuss potential policy changes to the areas of the City code that relate to events on private property. This includes Temporary Change of Occupancy permits, Noise Variance permits and parking […]
Some people have a soft spot for Irish accents—especially a handful of my girlfriends from high school. I’m not necessarily one of those people. What’s the point of all of this? Well, upon speaking to We Banjo 3‘s Enda Scahill, I may have changed my tune. Calling from an Irish phone number, his sweet sincerity […]
Can we change this to the anti-Valentine’s Day issue? Rather than bend to the whims of the love-centered holiday, let’s listen to indie rock songs aimed at assisting in healing from that breakup you recently experienced. If you’re mending a broken heart this V-Day, we’ve got your back. These songs span the gamut of feelings […]
There’s just something about a really great soul band. The lyrics… the music… everything comes together to connect with the human condition, and you can’t help but move. Monophonics brings its Bay Area soul funk jams to the Volcanic Theatre Pub this week, and if you haven’t heard them yet, do yourself a favor and […]
You’ve definitely heard Marc Cohn’s most famous song. “Then I’m walking in Memphis / Walking with my feet 10 feet off of Beale / Walking in Memphis / But do I really feel the way I feel?” Since its release in 1991, Cohn’s song has stood the test of time. In fact, two years ago, […]
On the horizon of a new year, 2018 is already shaping up to be an INCREDIBLE year in music in Bend. Yes, that deserved all caps—it’s THAT good. While not all of the best shows are listed below, I’ve gone through and found the best of the best, my picks for can’t-miss shows that are […]
Ladies, have you ever been stuck in layers upon layers of snowboard gear and really had to go? Or spent the day on the trail during a particular turn of the moon? Or maybe your hands are so busy busting it up in the boardroom, killing it in the kitchen AND being the emotional sounding […]
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