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Daily Email - Thursday - 3/20/2025

March 20, 2025

Today marks the first day of spring, and even though the sun is hiding, we can still have fun! Simple Minds, Soft Cell, and Modern English are joining forces for a concert that will transport you back to an era of big hair, bigger synths, and even bigger hooks. Enter to win tickets!

JUST ANNOUNCED

  • Austin-based shoegaze trio Ringo Deathstarr combines the iconic cool of Ringo Starr with the intergalactic menace of the Death Star. Get tickets to join in on the noise at Show Bar on May 30.

  • Michael Nau weaves together lush synth lines, cinematic string arrangements, and a dash of psych-soul magic. Don’t miss him at Mississippi Studios on June 10.

  • Join the mesmerizing live show from STS9, as they weave the threads of funk, psychedelia, and hip-hop into an unforgettable sonic tapestry at Crystal Ballroom on July 10.

  • Fever 333 embodies the spirit of subversion, blending punk rock and hip-hop to create a sonic revolution that's as catchy as it is confrontational. Catch them at Hawthorne Theatre on July 28.

  • Meet WITCH, the Zambian rock legends who embody the spirit of rebellion and creativity, all while rocking out to a unique blend of African rhythms and psychedelic rock. Secure tickets to see this one-of-a-kind band at Aladdin Theater on September 9.

FIND THE COUNTRY VIBE IN PORTLAND

Photo: The Showdown

Portland, Oregon, isn't exactly the first place that comes to mind when you think of country music, but trust us, this city's got a twang that'll surprise you. From honky-tonk bars to foot-stompin' concerts, here's where to get your country fix in PDX.

THIS WEEKEND

☀️ The Rocket Summer

Tomorrow @ Hawthorne Theatre (8PM)

The Rocket Summer delivers power pop with the emotional depth of emo and the sunny optimism of indie rock.

🎵 Vincent Neil Emerson

Tomorrow @ Aladdin Theater (7PM)

Imagine a world where Townes Van Zandt and Neil Young had a love child who grew up on a diet of punk rock and Texas dance halls. That's Vincent Neil Emerson in a nutshell.

🎤 Victoria Canal

Saturday @ Mississippi Studios (8PM)

Take a journey from sun-kissed indie pop to Cuban-inflected sizzle with Victoria Canal, as she maintains her signature silky vocals and devastating lyricism.

🪩 Back to the 80’s

Saturday @ Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall (7:30PM)

Get tickets to Back to the 80’s for a retro-packed concert featuring all of your favorite iconic artists including Madonna, Queen, Phil Collins, and more!

🎧 Jauz

Saturday @ 45 East (10PM)

Jauz’s music is a kaleidoscope of styles, blending the heavy bass of dubstep with the frenetic energy of drum and bass, all while maintaining a melodic sensibility.

LOCALS ONLY

  • The 99W Drive-In is kicking off the season this weekend with Snow White (2025) and Captain America: Brave New World.

  • Time for a girl’s night out! Get tickets to Ladies Unplugged, a women-focused event designed to uplift and empower, at Gotham Building on April 19.

  • Head to White Owl Social Club tomorrow night to enjoy DJ Goshfather and DJ Engelwood playing house, future-funk, and disco.

  • Portland already has its fair share of coffee shops, but we promise this one is special. Vietnam’s most popular coffee shop is opening its second US location in Portland!

Song of the day: Where’s My Dini? - Ovlov