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Daily Email - Wednesday - 7/9/2025

July 09, 2025

Billy Strings is bringing his masterful bluegrass and acoustic guitar skills to the stage at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene this August, and we’re giving you the chance to see him live! Enter to win.*

JUST ANNOUNCED

  • Brigitta is a powerhouse vocalist known for her emotional depth and vocal range. Watch her take on the aura of Stevie Nicks at Star Theater on July 24 during Fleetwood Dreams. Win tickets!*

  • Get ready for the ultimate battle of creativity and charisma with Violet and Gottmik on their Knockout Tour! These two iconic drag queens, known for their fierce performances and boundary-pushing artistry, are coming to the Roseland Theater stage on November 7.

  • Cumbiatron, a psychedelic cumbia dance party like no other, is hitting Wonder Ballroom on November 28.

  • With a sound that channels the raw spirit of punk and post-punk, shame brings their rebellious attitude to the stage with every show. Hear their new album, Cutthroat, live at Wonder Ballroom on February 12.

  • Get ready for a wild night of pure punk rock mayhem with TOTAL CHAOS! Featuring some of the most explosive bands in the scene: Defiance, The Havoc, Spunk, and Hideous Monster, this show is not for the faint of heart.

WIN STUFF WEDNESDAY

It’s Win Stuff Wednesday, and we’ve got some exciting prizes for you! Win tickets to Rose City Comic Con in Portland for a weekend of cosplay and pop culture, snag passes to the Portland Folk Festival for a day of soulful acoustic music, or grab tickets to see Psychedelic Furs rock the stage.

CHAMPS SPORTS PRESENTS:

ATHLETIC RETAIL GETS AN OVERHAUL 

Champs Sports opens July 1st at Washington Square Mall with a reimagined store experience and a chance to win a $50 Champs Sports gift card. New design, elevated gear, and a modern spin on sneaker culture — it’s everything you love about sport style, taken up a level.*

THIS WEEK

🚨 PhaseOne + Badklaat

Friday @ 45 East (10PM)

Dive deep into the world of PhaseOne and Badklaat, where the beats are heavy, and the bass hits harder than ever. Known for their electrifying dubstep and bass music, these two powerhouse producers are not to be missed.

🎶 Leo Kottke

Friday @ Aladdin Theater (8PM)

Step into the world of guitar legend Leo Kottke, a virtuoso whose fingerpicking style has mesmerized audiences for decades. Known for his intricate melodies, folk influences, and witty storytelling, he brings a unique blend of blues, jazz, and classical guitar.

😛 One Night of Indie Sleaze

Friday @ Holocene (9PM)

Step back in time and dance your heart out at the ultimate Indie Sleaze Dance Party! We're bringing the best of the 2000s and early 2010s indie, electro-pop, and dance-punk straight to the floor.

🎧 Washed Out DJ Set

Saturday @ The Get Down (9PM)

Sink into a sea of lush, atmospheric sounds with Washed Out on the decks for a dreamy DJ set! Known for his signature blend of chillwave, electronic, and ambient beats, prepare for a sonic journey that feels like floating through a surreal, vibrant dream.

🎤 The Driver Era

Saturday @ Theater of the Clouds (8PM)

Get ready for an unforgettable night of smooth rock, captivating melodies, and undeniable chemistry with The Driver Era! Led by Ross and Rocky Lynch, this dynamic duo brings their unique blend of indie rock, pop, and funky rhythms to the stage.

LOCALS ONLY

  • Secure your spot at Clinton St. Theater on July 15 for Trailermania, where sci-fi, grindhouse, and horror trailers will be projected from 16mm film!

  • Flipside Vegan Market is hosting a Summerween market featuring crafts, food, costumes, and more on July 26.

  • Drop 135 feet at Oaks Park! A new roller coaster was just greenlit to be constructed.