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Shows of the Week: Jonathan Richman’s Still Playing Acoustic to Protect His Ears

Shows of the Week: Jonathan Richman’s Still Playing Acoustic to Protect His Ears

What to see and hear this week.

By Daniel BromfieldJuly 01, 2025 at 4:03 pm PDT

Gillian Welch and David Rawlings Soak Up the Love at Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall

Gillian Welch and David Rawlings Soak Up the Love at Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall

Welch and Rawlings sparked a standing ovation before ever playing a note on June 25.

By Robin BaciorJuly 01, 2025 at 3:47 pm PDT

Esperanza Spalding Speaks on Renovating Prismid Sanctuary, the Power of the Number 7, and Valuing Music

Esperanza Spalding Speaks on Renovating Prismid Sanctuary, the Power of the Number 7, and Valuing Music

The grammy award winning Portland artist is fundraising $777,000 at a time.

By Daniel BromfieldJuly 01, 2025 at 3:11 pm PDT

Suzanne Nance to Step Down as CEO of All Classical Radio

Suzanne Nance to Step Down as CEO of All Classical Radio

She’s moving to Ireland.

By Rachel SaslowJune 30, 2025 at 3:13 pm PDT

Executive Director and Co-Founder Meara McLaughlin Steps Down From MusicPortland and MusicOregon

Executive Director and Co-Founder Meara McLaughlin Steps Down From MusicPortland and MusicOregon

Nearly all funding and programs will be on hold as both nonprofit organizations restructure.

By Robin BaciorJune 30, 2025 at 12:00 am PDT

Willamette Week Presents: Sounds of Rose City

Willamette Week Presents: Sounds of Rose City

Our new monthly series highlighting Portland’s local music scene, hosted by Vinny White.

By Vinny White and WW StaffJune 27, 2025 at 5:06 pm PDT

After a Controversial Few Years, Former Owners of Bossanova Ballroom Have Taken Over and Rebranded as Nova PDX

After a Controversial Few Years, Former Owners of Bossanova Ballroom Have Taken Over and Rebranded as Nova PDX

“Most importantly is that people know that we are what we used to be.”

By Daniel BromfieldJune 24, 2025 at 2:37 pm PDT

Shows of the Week: Cowboy Junkies Turn 40

Shows of the Week: Cowboy Junkies Turn 40

What to see and hear June 18–24.

By Daniel BromfieldJune 17, 2025 at 1:26 pm PDT

Portland Musician Amos Roddy Contributed Six New Songs to Minecraft’s Latest Update

Portland Musician Amos Roddy Contributed Six New Songs to Minecraft’s Latest Update

Roddy has developed a memorable style of minimalist, atmospheric music.

By Vinny WhiteJune 17, 2025 at 1:20 pm PDT

Gong’s Surviving Lineup Staked a Claim on Its Legacy at the White Eagle Saloon

Gong’s Surviving Lineup Staked a Claim on Its Legacy at the White Eagle Saloon

The prog-rock legacy band’s set mostly stuck to music made without its long-dead founders.

By Robert HamJune 17, 2025 at 1:13 pm PDT

Portland Transplant Saoirse Dream Finds Her Own Blend of Maximalist Cyberpop

Portland Transplant Saoirse Dream Finds Her Own Blend of Maximalist Cyberpop

“I realized how much I felt like I was missing.”

By Daniel BromfieldJune 10, 2025 at 2:39 pm PDT

Shows of the Week: Esperanza Spalding Keeps Letting Her Project Be What She Wants

Shows of the Week: Esperanza Spalding Keeps Letting Her Project Be What She Wants

What to see and hear the week of June 11–17.

By Daniel BromfieldJune 10, 2025 at 2:34 pm PDT

Chamber Music Northwest’s Latest Summer Festival Goes Deeper Than Bach to Basics

Chamber Music Northwest’s Latest Summer Festival Goes Deeper Than Bach to Basics

Echoes of Bach explores the Baroque composer’s legacy over five weeks of concerts.

By Charlie BloomerJune 09, 2025 at 6:02 pm PDT

St. Johns Music Venue The Fixin’ To Is Fixin’ to Become an Arcade

St. Johns Music Venue The Fixin’ To Is Fixin’ to Become an Arcade

The bar will become a new Portland pinball destination with more than 30 machines.

By Rachel SaslowJune 05, 2025 at 3:35 pm PDT

Shows of the Week: Portlander-via-Alabama Patterson Hood Brings Drive-By Truckers to Revolution Hall

Shows of the Week: Portlander-via-Alabama Patterson Hood Brings Drive-By Truckers to Revolution Hall

What to see and hear June 4–11.

By Daniel BromfieldJune 03, 2025 at 3:01 pm PDT

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