Tonight, Failure Machine, a soulful, punk duo are bringing their original songs and roughed-up covers all the way from Reno, Nev. to take the stage at Volcanic Theatre Pub alongside local act Patrimony. The Source caught up with lead singer and guitarist of Patrimony, Trevor Martell about the the band’s history and influences prior to […]
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Take Another (Dopamine) Hit
Comedian Will Durst confronts everyone from aging hippies to bratty millennials
“I love the fact that (Toronto mayor) Rob Ford admitted to smoking crack, and (French president) Francois Hollande admitted to an affair—and both their approval ratings go up,” says Will Durst, a 61-year-old political satirist with a guttural delivery, before delivering his punch line and advice to the president. “Obama needs a wild weekend.” Durst […]
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Our Picks for 2/6-2/12
friday 7 Mt. Bachelor Apres Ski Bash FIRST FRIDAY—The Mt. Bachelor Apres Ski Bash series continues with two on-the-verge-of-the-big-time Portland bands: The ghostly harmonizations and ethereal, yet rocking beats of the trio Cabin Project, and the peppy goth pop of The Genders. (For a full review of The Genders, see page 18). 6 – 9 […]
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TONIGHT! Backcountry Film Fest
A handful of the year’s top human-powered backcountry films are screening TONIGHT at 7pm, Volcanic Theatre Pub. Though we’ve heard the $10 event is sold out, if you get there early you may be able to capitalize on some no-shows. 2013 Winter Wildlands Alliance Back Country Film Festival Trailer from Backcountry Film Festival on Vimeo.
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VIDEO: Bend Oregon Raider Nation’s Hit Single, “Soul Raidah”
BORN’s new single, set to Bob Marley’s “Soul Rebel,” is a hit! Our BORN insiders tell us that we can look forward to professional footage in January. Until then, dig this (special appearance by Bend’s MC Mystic!): Bend Oregon Raider Nation is a Central Oregon-based Oakland Raiders fan club. Join them for game viewings at […]
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The Darker Side of Christmas
Derek Sitter, the one-man elf show in SantaLand Diaries
It’s December, which means malls across the nation are transforming into the North Pole. Fake trees covered in red and green bulbs are springing up from display racks and imitation snow being spread over every inch of linoleum. At the helm of each of these mock North Poles are thousands of Santas, sitting at their […]
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Headbanging Heirs
Portland trio Patrimony is from the next generation of classic rockers
Patrimony (noun): property inherited from one’s father or male ancestor. Figuratively bequeathed a medley of talent from bands like The Paul Butterfield Blues Band, Johnny Winter and The Beatles, Patrimony members—and youngsters—Trevor Martell, Wyatt Phillipi and Jason Allenby form a balanced blend of rock artistry. Songs like “Advocate of the Blues” are hot and primal, […]
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Back in the Game
Blues music isn’t just for old timers any more
Bend blues band Blackflowers Blacksun doesn't necessarily need the help of modern-day, big-name blues artists conjuring up meaningful relevancy for the genre to pack its shows and win over new fans. But the fact that blues music is reaching new heights in this era of indie music dominance certainly doesn’t hurt things either. That's something […]