Sean Watkins has been making music since 1989 and none of what he releases is predictable. Comparing his music with Nickel Creek with his solo work shows the depth and breadth of the man’s talent and his abilities as singer, songwriter and guitarist. It’s very easy to pigeonhole him as simply a bluegrass artist, but […]
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Picks 5/11-5/18
Thursday 12 Mexican Gunfight MUSIC—Described as a combination of blues grit, country lyricism and gospel, this band has been making beautiful music together for a few years now. The members have played with multiple Northwest groups over the years and have only become more impressive for it. 7 p.m., McMenamins Old St. Francis. 700 NW […]
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Hot Buttered Rum
A sweet and twangy bluegrass treat
Hot Buttered Rum is a tasty adult beverage served on cold nights, but in a folk-loving town, the name takes on a new meaning. This five-piece American folk and bluegrass group, playing at the The Belfry tonight, is best known for its dedication to “guerrilla bluegrass,” bringing the love to some of the most unexpected […]
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More Than Just a Weekend
Carolyn Wonderland kicks off 4 Peaks Music Festival preview By Phil Busse
Named for the three Sister mountain peaks and Broken Top Mountain, which are visible from the venue’s site, 4 Peaks Music Festival has become a highly visible part of Central Oregon’s music scene with its annual summer three-day concert and, now, with a series of preview shows. Still four months from its kickoff, and with […]
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Preston Thompson Guitars Opens Doors in Sisters
This weekend marks a big step for local guitar maker Preston Thompson. The experienced guitar builder will be opening the doors of his shop (at 352 E. Main St., Sisters) where he will continue to build specialty guitars based on C.F. Martin designs from the 1930s. Celebratory workshops will take place on Friday covering everything […]