The Downside Of Up

Dissecting WW’s Best New Band “competition,” and other mysteries.

Special Section A visit to Starfucker’s MySpace page reveals the words “music should never be a competition.” It’s clearly a subtle (or not so) jab at Willamette Week’s annual Best New B ... More

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Sonic Youth

Portland’s music scene is one of the best in the country. Try telling that to its youngest fans.

News Zack Osterlund is a full-fledged member of Portland’s creative class. A musician and photographer, the 20-year-old has stubble and an angular face that lend him a few extra years. A Portland nat ... More

Wednesday, September 5, 2007 Casey Jarman, Amy Mccullough

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