Irish Post-Punks Get Poetic on Debut Album “Dogrel”
If the country’s literary canon is to be believed, growing up in Ireland necessitates cynicism and hope in equal parts. Even ignoring his lyrics, Fontaines D.C. frontman …
Concert review
Spiritualized Spellbinds Crystal Ballroom Crowd
THE FIRST THING that struck me was the crowd. For a show without an opening act, a surprising amount of people were there early. Sentimental older couples, …
Sofar provides Intimate Concert Experience
At 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 28, concert-goers began ordering hard cider from the bar, settling on the floor with blankets and pillows they brought from home and …
Of Montreal delivers eccentric performance
By Justin Howerton As I walked inside the Wonder Ballroom, I was struck by the size of my surroundings. The intimate yet boundless space seemed to shrink …
Japanese Breakfast satisfies crowd’s appetite
By Madeleine Fellows An old man in a neon red tank top, jorts, and a fanny pack stands front row at the Japanese Breakfast show on Sept. …
The Mammals deliver a rousing performance at the Rose
By Anna DeSmet The pairing of music and politics is like cheese and fruit: an unexpected pairing that compliments each other surprisingly well. The Mammals, a group …
Kimbra proves she is more than just somebody we used to know
By Alannah Balfour When Kimbra first stepped onto the stage, you could hear the crowd hold its collective breath. The audience did not stop dancing until the …
Energetic show from synth-pop band Flor
By Emily Davis When I showed up to Holocene on the eastside of Portland, a line of energetic fans eagerly wrapped around the block waiting to see …
Red Molly concert review
By Emily Davis Red Molly, a folk trio who played at the Alberta Rose Theatre on Oct. 8, brought the ever-resonating style of Americana music to Portland …
Whitney Captivates Audience at Revolution Hall
As April 12 approached and Portland’s rain refused to relent, I have to admit, I almost sold off my ticket to Whitney’s sold out show. It’s not …
Twin Peaks rock Portland’s youth at Doug Fir Lounge
By Carmel Companiott I didn’t know what to expect from a matinee concert. After an opening set by Spanish indie-rockers Hinds at 5pm, Twin Peaks was supposed …