We already know that Portland has a long musical history, most notably for Elliot Smith and Portugal. The Man. The Man, and Modest Mouse. For those wondering, my pick would have to be Wipers. If you want to be on the cutting edge, go to local shows!

Start off by winning tickets to Silver Medal, Queen Rode, and P.A. Holmes at Swan Dive on April 26.

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• East Portland’s throwing itself a birthday party and you’re invited. The 82nd Avenue of Roses Parade hits 20 years with a full 3-day takeover—parade, carnival, classic cars, farmers market, and contests. Pull up and stay awhile.*

• Blonde Aid: Dance For Democracy is an all-out ‘80s throwdown at Alberta Abbey on May 16— with the Wanna Be-52’s, DEVOtees, and Decadent ‘80s. Every dollar goes to the Portland Immigrant Rights Coalition, funding legal support, a 24/7 hotline, and real protection for immigrant families across Oregon.*

• Julian Casablancas still has that “it” factor. If you’re watching The Strokes at Coachella right now and wondering why you didn’t sell a body part for tickets, lock in and get some for Hayden Homes Amphitheater on August 25.

• British bedroom pop artist Cavetown brings the Running With Scissors Tour to Crystal Ballroom on October 3.

• Vidura Bandara Rajapaksa brings The Paradise Gothic Tour to Aladdin Theater this October. If reality’s been feeling off lately, this is your lane.

WIN STUFF WEDNESDAY

We’re handing out tickets like it’s a personality trait. Billy Strings, the Bloody Mary Festival, a Grateful Dead tribute band, The One Moto Show, and a whole lot more. We all need something to look forward to right now, and this is yours!

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• Fortune tellers, live music, flash tattoos, prizes, and more. Check out the Bizarre Crawl on Williams on April 18.

• Think James Bond meets Evanescence - plus a burning piano. Clare Twiddy brings the drama with her newest single, "Love Is Dead." Watch the music video!

• Stumpfest XI brings three days of metal to Mississippi Studios from April 23-25. Get some rest now, you’ll need high energy for this one.

• Earth Day, but make it a dance floor. Tabor Dance kicks off the season April 22 with an Earth Day-themed opener—Loopacabra, Magnetix, and Miss Melodius on deck to keep things moving all night.

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