“Harry Smith Tribute: Old Weird Americana,” put together by Portland’s Joe McMurrian, features an eclectic cast of musicians of various generations and musical proclivities…as you might expect.

Mary Flower was nominated in two categories, Acoustic Artist and Acoustic Album. Drummer Jimi Bott also recieved a nomination.

Drummer Terry Bozzio returns to Portland with the re-formed progressive rock trio, UK, this time with bassist John Wetton and keyboardist/violinist Eddie Jobson.

Foreigner’s new live album ‘Alive & Rockin’ was recorded on June 23rd of 2006 at one of Europe’s most prestigious hard rock and metal festivals Bang Your Head. That year also marked the 30th anniversary of the band’s formation. ‘Alive & Rockin’ is a great representation of what Foreigner is today a well-oiled machine that stays true to the band’s heritage.

Huntress is fronted by the vivacious Jill Janus who culls their influences from Witchcraft, Paganism and a love for traditional heavy metal. Holy Grail has grown by leaps and bounds since their first stop in Portland in April of 2010. They played the Hawthorne supporting Dragonforce. / Photo by Jon T. Cruz

Their Austin experience in one seven and a half minute video.

Watch the vid, stream the album, look at the picture. You don’t even have to speak French. We make it easy.

The heavy metal band reunited and recorded an album that combines classic and new material. The record, ‘New Breed of Godz,’ comes out on May 22nd.

See the full list (as far as they’ve booked it today). M Ward will be there. / Photo by Autumn De Wilde

The music? The Corin Tucker Band, AU, Old Light, Grandparents, and the Dusu Mali Band. For the kids, the morning will kick off with Mo Phillips and a showcase by the Rock and Roll Camp for Girls..with the parade in the middle.

First full-length album since singer Ian Astbury vowed that they wouldn’t do this again, but in 2012 Astbury and guitarist Billy Duffy together since 1983 have released their 9th album entitled ‘Choice of Weapon.’

Ten days of music.Three days of Indie plus, Rock,Pop, Country, Blues and Soul and a whole day of cover bands…and fireworks.

RHCP singer Anthony Keidis wore a shirt that paid tribute to Adam “MCA” Yauch, who died Friday after a long battle with cancer. Yauch was 47.

Six local bands/musicians at this weekend’s benefit, on Saturday, May 5 from 3 to 8 p.m. at Piano Fort. $5 suggested donation.

The Someday Loungers tell us, “The full band will be present & spinning their favorites. This event is endorsed by Snow Patrol & their management. If you are not attending the concert, we suggest arriving early to ensure entry!”