Explore the bounty of live performances that our city has to offer with our monthly, personalized recommendations from our Air and Music Teams.
From Inessa Anderson – Music Director
Queensrÿche – Here’s a chance to step out of your everyday boundaries. Although they were initially grouped with the legions of pop-metal bands that dominated the American heavy metal scene of the ’80s, Queensrÿche were one of the most distinctive bands of the era. Where their contemporaries built on the legacy of Van Halen, Aerosmith, and Kiss, Queensrÿche constructed a progressive form of heavy metal that drew equally from the guitar pyrotechnics of post-Van Halen metal and ’70s art rock, most notably Pink Floyd and Queen. They’re from Bellevue, WA.
McMenamin’s Crystal Ballroom
Tuesday, February 2nd
6:30 PM Doors/ 8 PM Show
Dashboard Confessional are celebrating their 20-year ride on the EMO, Alt Rock, Indie and acoustic noise train. They’ll perform several albums in full.
McMenamin’s Crystal Ballroom
Wednesday, February 19th
7 PM Doors/ 8:30 PM Show
Yacht Rock Revue – The Atlanta based soft-rock band has kept the audiences captivated for over a decade playing the biggest hits of the 70s and 80s. Their first original album Hot Dads in Tight Jeans is set to release later in February.
Revolution Hall
Thursday, February 27th
Doors 7/ Show 8
From Asia Wagner – Music Curator for Fresh Vibe
Frameworks – UK electronic/downtempo music producer, and a member of the local Loci Records family, will be joined by Little People, a Swiss electro-beat maker and Yppah.
Jade Room at 45 East
Thursday, February 6
Doors 9:00 PM
Metronomy – an English electro-pop band touring their latest release – Metronomy Forever.
Wonder Ballroom
Wednesday, February 19
Doors 7:30/ Show 8:30
The Jungle Giants – an Australian indie four-piece, who skillfully blend dance, electronica, and elements of rock music.
Doug Fir Lounge
Friday, February 21st
Doors
From Jenna D – the host of Theme for a Tuesday
Dr. Dog – “The beloved quintet out of Philadelphia brings their infectious blend of psych-tinged folk-rock and Americana to the Roseland for an all-ages Portland stop on their latest North American jaunt.”
Roseland Theatre
Sunday, February 16th
Show 8PM
Tickets
Dashboard Confessional – “Boca Raton, Florida-hailing singer/songwriter Chris Carrabba celebrates the 20th anniversary of his influential emo band at the Crystal Ballroom by performing the beloved albums The Places You Have Come to Fear the Most and A Mark, A Mission, A Brand, A Scar in their entirety.”
Crystal Ballroom
Wednesday, February 19th
Doors 7PM/ Show 8:30 PM
Tickets
Echosmith – “The rising Los Angeles-based indie-pop trio headed up by siblings Sydney, Noah, and Graham Sierota returns to Portland for an all-ages show supporting their latest album, Lonely Generation.”
Hawthorne Theater
Saturday, February 29th
Doors 7PM/ Show 8PM
Tickets
From Jamie Drakos the host of Northwest HonkyTonk
Yola – The new Queen of Country Soul! Think old 50’s smooth Nashville sound with a bit of soul. Nominated for 4 Grammys this year, including best new artist and best Americana album.
Aladdin Theater
Wednesday, February 19, 2020
Doors 7:00 PM/ Show 8:00 PM
Reverend Horton Heat – High Octane Rockabilly/psychobilly. Be ready to dance! (or join that mosh pit) If you enjoy the space where country music meets a touch of heavy metal, you won’t want to miss this show. Touring for over 40 years, the Reverend Horton Heat features outstanding musicians who bring a party like no other. Their their Jan 31st and Feb 1 shows are already sold out!
Doug Fir
Sunday, February 2, 2020
Doors 7:30 PM/Show 8:30 PM
32nd Annual Winterfolk – A benefit for Join PDX. Enjoy a lovely group of folk artists from around the country, headlined by singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Tracy Grammer. At the same time you’ll be supporting an incredible organization who has been offering support and services to Portland’s homeless population since 1992.
Alberta Rose Theater
February 1, 2020
Doors at 6 PM/ Show at 7PM
From Veronica Bisesti – the host of Subculture
Lloyd Cole – The “Rattlesnakes to Guestwork” tour covers everything this singer/songwriter has to offer.
Polaris Hall
Wednesday, February 5th
Show 8 PM
Horrorpops – Genre bending Danish rockers will perform at Dante’s 20th Anniversary week – it’s a must!
Dante’s
Saturday, February 8th
Show 9 PM
Violent Femmes – With new music, the Femmes are back!
Crystal Ballroom
Tuesday, February 11th
Show 8:30 PM
From Patrick Meigs – the host of The Mixtape
Kathryn Claire – This is an album release show! Her music is described as “Honest and poetic writing, crystalline vocals, impassioned violin compositions, and an ability to move seamlessly across genres, are the hallmark of Kathryn Claire’s original and diverse sound. Utilizing the immense talent of her band featuring Allen Hunter on bass, Sid Ditson on violin, and Don Henson on piano/percussion, Kathryn Claire delivers her own unique brand of harmonic indie-folk. Her musicality and joy on stage is infectious.” She will also be on The Mixtape playing live and giving away a pair of tickets to her show – tune in on Feb 6th!
The Old Church
Saturday, February 8th
Show 7:30
Melville – When talking about their music, it has been described as having “emotional potency and musical precision.” They are a rocking band that spans across a lot of different sounds. The lyrics are rich and personal. They always put on a great show!
The Doug Fir Lounge
Friday, February 14th
Show
Antibalas – I love this band! Their afro-funk sound is simply incredible – this is going to be a great show! – Patrick. “Though recognized for their fluency in Afrobeat and funk music, the band is known to collaborate with diverse groups and artists, from Angélique Kidjo to Jovanotti to Medeski Martin & Wood to Public Enemy, and served as the house band at Carnegie Hall in 2014 (Music of Paul Simon), 2015 (Music of David Byrne & Talking Heads) and 2017 (Music of Aretha Franklin).”
February 22nd
Show 8:00 PM
Fox and Bones – an amazing local band. Their lyrics, the melding of their voices, and the musicianship is incredible. They put on a great show! “Portland, Oregon based Americana duo Fox and Bones are the product of life on the road. Their music is ripe with vocal harmonies that pull at the heart strings and a rich, often times metaphysical lyrical landscape.” They are opening for The Get Ahead, another wonderful local band. Their latest record Mind is a Mountain is simply remarkable.
Doug Fir Lounge
Wednesday, February 26
Doors 7:00 PM/ Show 8:00
From Jen Em – the host of Fresh Spins with Jen Em
Temples – “Groovy and nostalgic psych rock from UK four-piece”. The show opens with a local neo-psychedelic band Shadowgraphs.
Doug Fir Lounge
Sat, February 6th
Doors 7 PM/ Show 8 PM
Summer Cannibals – The Portland rock band is touring their latest release Can’t Tell Me No.
Polaris Hall
Saturday, February 15th
Doors 7 PM/ Show 8 PM
Sudan Archives – “Layered harmonies and hip-hop beats with Sudanese-inspired violin loops from critically acclaimed solo artist.” – The sheer power is likely to be overwhelming. Have you seen her YouTube videos? They’re intimidating! I’m so stoked to be in the presence of such awesome power and confidence and talent. – Jen Em
Doug Fir Lounge
Saturday, February 22nd
Doors 7 PM/ Show 8 PM
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