Perhaps the Crystal holds spirits of important decades past inside its walls as the place itself really does feel wise, mysterious and alive. Behind your musical pleasure is a lot of hard work. Photos by Jon T. Cruz.
The 2010 Sweet F.A. (Fashion + Art) Rock & Roll Fashion Show is an amazing young, fresh and raw night honoring Portland’s talent: fashion, art, artists, models and musicians.
Serendipity brought The Avett Brothers, Langhorne Slim, and 500 happy fans together to support the Terra Nova Community Farm at last Monday’s benefit show at the Crystal Ballroom.
On December 9, the original Joy Division and New Order bassist Peter Hook plus band will play Joy Division’s debut “Unknown Pleasures” in full.
The two singer-songwriter-musicians, both well studied and enjoyed by the world’s public for decades — Dylan since the 1960s, Mellencamp the 1970s — have continued to make their music important even though, the times, they are (always) a changin’.
Chris Robley & The Fear of Heights, Rachel Taylor Brown, Leonard Mynx, and Buoy LaRue at Mississippi Studios on Thursday, September 2.
The Doobie Brothers did not disappoint their sea of fans Friday as they performed old classic hits as well as new songs from their upcoming 13th album.
Blue Giant performed the first half of their debut album in its entirety during their in-store performance at Music Millennium in July. You can catch them in Eugene and Portland this September.
Mainly known for their hits from the 1980’s, Crowded House returned to the McMenamins’ Edgefield lawn on Thursday performing their classics as well songs from their new album “Intriguer.”
Robert Earl Keen is not a well-known country singer, but that didn’t stop his faithful following from turning out in full force at the Aladdin Theater on Wednesday.
Dylan is rumored to be playing some rare gems, while Mellencamp is back in full force after a quiet period. Two classic American rock artists in one venue, together.
A year ago, Galaxy Farm had “been aspiring to play at Mississippi Studios” and last night they impressed a packed house full of friends and fans.
“The Doobies have always been about playing live. We’re not a studio hot house group and we’re not a concept album band,” describes Pat Simmons. But to keep it interesting, The Doobie Brothers’ 13th studio album will be released in September during their extensive North American and European tours.
This Monday, August 30. Tickets go on sale in less than an hour.
Roots rockers with a sense of humor. Led by musician/artist Ron Rogers.
An intimate evening at the Aladdin Theater with the lead singer of Travis, Fran Healy touches the audience with his emotive authenticity and humorous storytelling.
The Hold Steady and Jaill brought their own brands of honest rock to Eugene’s WOW Hall on Saturday.
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