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Next Evolution

Downhill Ryder celebrates their new album while saying goodbye to founding member Kim Kelley
Anne Pick

If you ask Downhill Ryder founding member and guitarist Matthew Finfer, it’s the curse of the album release. On Wednesday, May 24, local roots-rockers Downhill Ryder release their second album, “The Big One.” The accompanying party has dual purposes though, as it will also be lead vocalist Kim Kelley’s final performance with the band before […]

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Behind the Scenes: Inside 4 Peaks, Central Oregon’s Homegrown Festival

Inside some of our favorite festivals
Avatar photo Magdalena Bokowa

Have to work Saturday? No problem. Make that coin and come back, the fest will be waiting. Have a child? Bring her—she’ll have playdates galore. Love Bluegrass/folk/Americana/yoga/silent disco/campsite jamming? You’re in luck…and that’s an understatement. 4 Peaks Music Fest is one of the most well-rounded music fests out there, and best of all – it’s […]

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Behind the Scenes: Sasquatch

Looking at some of our favorite festivals
Anne Pick

KICKING OFF FESTIVAL SEASON For festival fiends, the Sasquatch Music Festival in George, Wash. has been the official kickoff to summer since its inception in 2002. While in years past, Bend has benefited from festival runoff, this year you’ll have to make the trek to The Gorge Amphitheater to catch bands from this year’s lineup. […]

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Behind the Scenes: Inside Pickathon

Looking at our favorite festivals
Avatar photo Nicole Vulcan

Where unknown bands become old friends, all in the span of a weekend It was 2006 and I was a total noob to the force that is Pickathon. I distinctly remember Scott and Seth Avett playing in the smallish Galaxy Barn, their hair bouncing as they belted out the tunes that would hurl The Avett […]

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First Concerts

Local musicians reflect on what started it all, their first concert experiences
Anne Pick

Local musicians reflect on what started it all, their first concert experiences Matthew Finfer, Downhill Ryder ”So, I was in high school and was a Black Sabbath fan as a kid. After he was fired from Black Sabbath, Ozzy Osbourne resurfaced with his own band. My first concert was “Ozzy Osbourne – Blizzard of Ozz” in […]

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Love and Loss

Eric Tollefson pulls at your heartstrings on new EP
Anne Pick

“I revel in examples of true love,” Eric Tollefson confides during our most recent interview. “Maybe not from a jealous standpoint, but almost from a jealous standpoint, because when you see it work and you see the support that goes both ways, I think it’s one of the most beautiful things on the planet.” Tollefson […]

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Rhythm and Blues

Lloyd “Have Mercy” Jones schools listeners on the history of funk, soul and the blues
Anne Pick

Lloyd “Have Mercy” Jones knows the blues. When you talk to him, there’s no need for Google, as Jones is a walking encyclopedia of the history of rhythm and blues, from the major and minor players to dates and regional styles. Not only can he describe the differences between each of the styles, he can […]

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Picks of the Week May 18-24

Pole Pedal Paddle, Central Oregon Beer Week, HUMP! Film Fest and more
The Source Staff

Thursday 18 Brave Collective’s Annual Tiny Art Auction ART AUCTION — The only thing better than art is art that’s so small it’s the size of a Post-it note. If you want some gorgeous art but have no room on your walls, then this is absolutely the way to go. Benefits Mercy Corp’s humanitarian efforts […]

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Picks of the Week: May 11-17

Tedx Bend, De La Soul at 10 Barrel’s Anniv Party, China Hat Clean Up and more!
The Source Staff

Alialujah Choir Thursday 11 MUSIC— Part of the McMenamins’ Great Northwest Tour, the Alialujah Choir heads into Central Oregon from Portland. It’s always a real treat to see choral music and this choir is truly one of the most remarkable in the entire state as they bust out some old school sacred music. // 7pm. […]

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Creative Freedom

De La Soul returns with a new album, financed by crowdfunding
The Source Staff

Upon the announcement of De La Soul’s upcoming performance at the 10 Barrel 10th Anniversary Party, everyone I talked to had a similar reaction. “Aw man! No way! De La Soul reminds me of high school.” Of course, as someone in her 30s, that’s the reaction one could expect. But nonetheless, De La Soul reminds […]

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