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Rhythm and Blues

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

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 11-17

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

Alialujah Choir Thursday 11 MUSICโ€” 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

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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Love & Hate

SeepeopleS throw a thought-provoking party with strong emotions on recent partner EPs and tour

At the end of my recent interview with SeepeopleS band leader Will Bradford, he mentioned that before me he’d spoken to Fox Radio News in St. Louis. Knowing that, it explains why, when I asked about the influences for their latest EP, “HATE,” he cautiously said, “Certainly what’s going on in the world today had […]

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Picks May 4-10

Paddlefest, Cinco de Mayo, Son Volt and more

Tour des Chutes Registration Kickoff Thursday 4 PARTY โ€” For 13 years, Tour des Chutes has been one of Central Oregon’s most beloved charity races. The bike section is for cyclists of any experience level as participants can ride anywhere between 7-100 miles. The kickoff party provides snack, drinks and raffles with all registrants getting […]

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Feminine Growl

Anna Rose doesn’t conform to traditional stereotypes of the femaleโ€”or maleโ€”rock star

In honor of the Women’s Issue, The Source staffers were polled on their favorite female musicians and singers of all time. Here’s a shout out to the lady leaders who’ve filled our album collections and been pioneers for women in music. When you lay eyes on Anna Rose, you may not instantly think, “I bet […]

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Picks 4/20-26

Earth Day Events, Pints & Politics, the Mustache Bash, music and more

Stories from the Soil Thursday 20 SUSTAINABILITY โ€” Junipers and sagebrush dot the high desert landscape โ€” and that means growing actual food here is tough. Munch on locally grown fare as you learn about the challenges Central Oregon farmers face and the latest innovative techniques they employ to provide us with bountiful harvests. // […]

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Back with Passion

Chicks with Picks returns for its sixth year to benefit the Bethlehem Inn

After a one-year hiatus, Chicks with Picks returns to the Volcanic Theatre. Stacie Johnson, lead singer of Broken Down Guitars, has organized the event, now in its sixth year, to feature and highlight female-fronted bands. “This year it’s all about passion, it truly is,” Johnson says. “Coming back from the break of not having it […]

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Secret Music

Byron Milligan creates analog electronic music with hardware synthesizers and drum machines in his downtown loft

Some of the best music created in Bend may never reach your ears. While a wealth of artists share their songs on local stages, some beats remain secretโ€”private to the musician or only shared digitally for musical Sherlock Holmes types to discover. Byron Milligan, a transplant from Wilkes-Barre, Pa., creates secret music in his loft […]

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