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Source Material: New Local EPs

Highlighting three brand new EPs from local music acts, and the inside scoop on the recording process from the artists themselves

By Armando Borrego

"Into the Stratosphere" - Fractal Local dance-groove and jam band, Fractal, recently released its first EP, "Into the Stratosphere," on March 5...

  • Wreckless Strangers

    A conversation with lead guitarist David Noble on the six-piece rock group that loves to channel a San Francisco sound

    By Armando Borrego

  • A Look Ahead to Summer 2024: Musicians Descend on Bend

    An update on some of the amazing concerts Hayden Homes Amphitheater is offering in the upcoming months

    By Armando Borrego

  • Musicians Inspired by Everyday Miracles

    Two classically trained musicians, Sherry Finzer and Julie Hanney, muse on thehealing power of meditative music and look ahead to a showcase concert in Bend

    By Armando Borrego

  • FairWell Festival 2024 Lineup Announced

    July 19-21 at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds

  • She's Speaking Live!

    An empowering performance of women singer/songwriters grew from three artists' desire to work amid the pandemic and a dream to unite women's voices

    By Armando Borrego

  • Grace Potter, Lady Vagabond

    Grammy-nominated recording artist Grace Potter talks about her experience, her new album and the country star ghosts that helped her write it

    By Armando Borrego

  • Into the Breach with Gabe Johnson

    Thoughts on a storied career as an agent, musician and promoter at Parallel 44 Presents

    By Armando Borrego

  • Spitting Fire

    A conversation with chart-topping reggae-rapper Matisyahu as he brings his "Hold the Fire Tour" to Bend

    By Armando Borrego

  • Epiphanies with Tyler Spencer

    The beat producer and didgeridoo musician talks about the allure of the aboriginal instrument ahead of his show

    By Armando Borrego

  • A Recipe for Rumpeppers

    Enigmatic front-man for The Rumpeppers, Zeus Guelfex, shares his thoughts on the band's evolution and what's gone into the group's recent comeback

    By Armando Borrego

  • Celebrating the 24th Anniversary of International Guitar Night

    This night of world performance promises solos, duets and quartets showcasing the dexterity and diversity of the guitar

    By Armando Borrego

  • Over the Edge with Dead Nettle

    Ethereal indie-rock band Dead Nettle talks about recording its new demo tape and bringing the shoegaze genre to the forefront

    By Armando Borrego

  • Celebrating Advocacy and Achievement

    In celebration of Black History Month, COCC announces events that highlight Black triumph and educate about a more equitable future

    By Armando Borrego

  • Luck Be a Lady

    Travis Ehrenstrom on what stood out during the recording process of Travis Ehrenstrom Band's new EP, "Lady Luck," plus an early review of the album

    By Armando Borrego

  • Gung Ho: They've Always Been Ramblers

    The Miller Twins' determination to be authentic to themselves creatively was born from the passing of a mother and the purchase of a mandolin

    By Armando Borrego

  • A Friend Named Palo

    Palo Sopraño loves Mac Demarco, Paul McCartney and Stevie Wonder, but his style of expression and his approach to the music could not be more his own

    By Armando Borrego

  • California Drivers

    Central valley bluegrass ensemble Boot Juice explores genre-blending "new-grass" music while maintaining a respect for the creative traditions of the genre

    By Armando Borrego

  • The Sound of Stars

    Local pianist Paula Dreyer wants everyone to enjoy classical music in an exciting new setting,a winter forest

    By Armando Borrego

  • Going Lightly with Robot Mushroom

    Three talented musicians harness lifelong energy and experience to form a new band for the modern times

    By Armando Borrego

  • Tender Heart

    Ashland-native Bekkah McAlvage doesn't mind the moonlight miles that come from hitting the Oregon highways to perform. In fact, it's a welcome respite from teaching.

    By Armando Borrego

  • 3 of We

    A new and exciting local band is comfortable on the cutting edge of sonic exploration

    By Armando Borrego

  • Source Material: 5 songs for 2024

    To usher in the new year, songs that can help center, inspire and motivate

    By Armando Borrego

  • Patrick Lamb's Venn Diagram of Happiness

    Having brought premier artists such as Eric Darius, Haley Reinhart and The Lao Tizer Band to Bend, Lamb has helped cement Jazz at the Oxford's status as a premier jazz event

    By Armando Borrego

  • "Deadhead" of the Year

    Call Down Thunder's bassist, Chip Fieberg, cracks the lid on the local touring tribute band and the upcoming end-of-the-year show

    By Armando Borrego

  • Keeping Tempo

    Bend native and award-winning drummer Adam Carlson taps bassist Tom Freedman for an evening with the Adam Carlson Trio

    By Armando Borrego

  • Paul Eddy

    @ Cascade Lakes Pub on Reed Market

    Thu., March 21, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

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