KPSU Kruise II 05/10/2013

KPSU rocks the boat with local-artist driven “kruises” on The Portland Spirit, in which passengers board for a party that helps to raise funds for the university station’s very own FM signal. Last Friday’s event came at the end of an 85 degree day, and a leisurely late-night cruise with a couple of Portland’s finest up-and-coming seemed an ideal way to cool down and start the weekend.

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What’s Going On: 05/08 – 05/15

1. Arrested Development Returns Party!
Where: Holocene
How Much: $6
When: Wednesday, May 8th – 8:30pm
Why: Holy moly, are you as excited as we are for the return of television’s most underrated series of all time?! Tonight!  Banana Stand Media presents: Arrested Development Returns Party! With Tango Alpha Tango, Animal Eyes, The We Shared Milk. Just remember: there’s always music in the banana stand!

2. The Dandelyons w/ The Laurels & Miracle Falls
Where: Kelly’s Olympian
How Much: $5
When: Thursday, May 9th, 2013 – 9pm
Why: Portland’s The Dandelyons team up with Miracle Falls, project from ex – Mercury Rev / Sparklehorse / Longwave member Paul Dillon, for a night with Australia’s The Laurels (fresh from Austin Psych Fest). Expect a night of psychedelic shoegazy indie rock goodness!

3. KPSU Presents: The KPSU Kruise 2!
Where: Portland Spirit
How Much: $10/$15
When: Friday, May 10th – 10:30pm boarding
Why: Presented by KPSU’s 2013 Radio Revival & PSPS–hop aboard the Portland Spirit for a midnight cruise with Onuinu & Grandparents! Proceeds benefit KPSU’s efforts to bring freeform, student-run college radio back to Portland’s FM airwaves. All ages and a full bar for those 21+. Tickets available online or call 503-224-3900

 

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What’s Going On: 09/19 – 09/23

1. Ringo Deathstarr w/ Sundaze, WL & Industrial Park
Where: Slabtown
How Much: $8
When: Thursday, September 20th – 9pm
Why: The psychy shoegaze Austin three-piece have just leaked Mauve, the follow up to 2011′s Colour Trip, which is due out next week. Check out the openers: shoegazey dream-pop Sundaze, WL, and post-punk rockers Industrial Park – you won’t to miss any part of this super solid line-up.

1a. Onuinu w/ Shy Girls & Magic Fades
Where: Holocene
How Much: Free
When: Thursday, September 20th – 8:30pm
Why: The highly anticipated debut release, Mirror Gazer,  from Portland’s own Onuinu has finally arrived! If you plan on staying on the East side of the river, plan on kicking it at Holocene. Shy Girls and Magic Fades are opening, as well as DJ Bobby Dangerous and DJ Zack. Go get ya some Onuinu!

2. The Raveonettes w/ Melody’s Echo Chamber
Where: Hawthorne Theatre
How Much: $16/$18
When: Friday, September 21st – 8pm
Why: Danish duo, The Raveonettes, are touring in support of their sixth studio album released just last week. Come check out the sweet sounds of Observator and dance the night away to your favorites off Lust Lust Lust and Raven in the Grave. Joining them is French songstress Melody Prochet and her dream-pop project, Melody’s Echo Chamber.

3. The Bugs w/ The Woolen Men, Sad Horse & Needles and Pizza
Where: Tonic Lounge
How Much: $4
When: Sunday, September 23rd – 8:30pm
Why: Four bands for $4! It’s a heck of a deal if you ask me. It’s the debut show of Needles and Pizza, a minimal garage-wave duo featuring ex-members of Cat Fancy and current members of K-Tel ’79. You might want to grab a nap so you can stay up all night and party down with Sad Horse, The Woolen Men, and The Bugs!

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What’s Going On: 08/29 – 09/05

1. KPSU Presents: Onuinu
Where: The Bing Lounge
How Much: Free w/ RSVP
When: Wednesday, August 29th – 7pm
Why: An intimate evening in-studio session with buzzbuilder Onuinu. Free with RSVP (details for RSVPing here) , all ages, and free beer provided by Lagunita’s Brewing Company (for those 21+, obviously). Unfortunately there are only 150 spots, so hop to it! In the likely event that it’s at capacity, grab some friends, drink some beers and stream the show live in the comfort of your own home. 

2. Superfest 4!
Where: Crystal Ballroom, Backspace, PSU Park Blocks
How Much: $20/weekend pass
When: Thursday, August 30th – Sunday, September 2nd
Why: Think of the best dance party you’ve ever been to. Got it? Now picture that lasting four days and then maybe you’ll have a little taste of what Superfest 4 will be like. This all-ages DIY music festival and benefit for Music in the Schools is bringing you an electronic dance party with some of the best local talent around. Kicking off Thursday night at Crystal Ballroom with Glass Candy and Chromatics, find tickets and more info here.

3. Ty Segall w/ The Memories
Where: Bunk Bar
How Much: $10/$12
When: Sunday, September 2nd – 9pm
Why: The unstoppable Bay Area wunderkind sneaks in and out of town before MFNW this year, so catch him while you can. It’s been a busy 2012 so far: Hair, the collaborative album with White Fence, Ty Segall Band’s Slaughterhouse, and the upcoming solo release, Twins. Oh yeah, he’s been on tour pretty much the entire time. Grab your tickets, they won’t last.

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ELEVEN v2i3 is on the streets!

Get up to date on the music happenings in Portland for the month of August!

MFNW is just around the corner!

Get your copy of ELEVEN PDX today at participating locations, including but not limited to:

Mississippi Studios
McMenamin’s
Everyday Music
Music Millenium
Jackpot Records
Beacon Sound
Kelly’s Olympian
Berbati’s Pan
Voodoo Doughnut
EastBurn
Jam on Hawthorne
The Know
Vincente’s Pizza
Kiggins Theater
and oh so many more locations in Downtown, Alberta, Mississippi, Hawthorne, and your neighborhood!

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What’s Going On: 07/18 – 07/25

1. 13 Months of Sunshine: African Sounds Dance Party
Where: Holocene
How Much: $8
When: Wednesday, July 18th – 8:30pm
Why:  Every month, Holocene proudly presents an eclectic evening featuring emerging African dance music from all over the world. This month they are showcasing the talented Janka Nabay and the Bubu Gang. Hailing from Sierra Leone, Ahmed Janka Nabay modernized Bubu music with ancient-inspired frantically-paced electro-dance beats that will not fall deafly on your ears.

2. PDX Pop! Now 2012
Where: Refuge PDX
How Much: Free
When: Friday – Sunday, July 20th – 22nd
Why: It’s time for the annual free all ages weekend of delicious local talent. Put on by the hardworking and amazing volunteers of our fair city, this year is shaping up to be one for the books. Acts you shouldn’t miss: 1939 Ensemble, Aan, AU, Charts, Grandparents, Hausu, Jeffrey Jerusalem, K-Tel ’79, Old Wars, Onuinu, The Parson Redheads, Pure Bathing Culture, Radiation City, Sean Flinn & The Royal We, The Shivas, Son of Huns, White Fang, XDS, and Youthbitch.
Check out the full schedule here.

3. King Tuff w/ Jaill & The Memories
Where: Doug Fir
How Much: $10/$12
When: Monday, July 23rd – 9pm
Why: Supporting his fantastic self-titled sophomore effort on Sub Pop, King Tuff (aka Kyle Thomas) steps up his game with one of the best albums released so far this year. King Tuff’s producer, Bobby Harlow, says it best: “King Tuff should not be inspected or even listened to with critical ears. Cut your ears off. Rock & roll is meant to be blasted into your cells, penetrated, and absorbed. It’s a visceral experience.” Indeed.

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What’s Going On 05/09 – 05/16

1. Ketamines w/ Night Beats, Cosmonauts & PinkSlime
Where: East End
How Much: $8
When: Wednesday, May 9th – 9pm
Why: Dubbed as a Calgary supergroup, Ketamines was formed from the demise of Myelin Sheaths and Endangered Ape. The energetic psych-pop will leave your head spinning for days with their infectious hooks. Seattle’s best psych trio, Night Beats, have new material to share as well as the mind-numbing tunes from their self-titled released last year. Cosmonauts, hailing from Fullerton, CA bring the fuzzed-out primitive garage rock and newcomers PinkSlime will give them all a run for their money.

2. Willamette Week Presents: Best New Band 2012
Where: Mississippi Studios
How Much: Free!
When: Friday, May 11th – 8pm
Why: Featuring Willamette Week’s Best New Band of 2012: Radiation City! After taking 12th place last year, Rad City soars to the top and takes home the title with a whopping 165 points. This not-to-miss show also includes runner ups Pure Bathing Culture and Onuinu (4th place, respectively). Get their early to secure your spot, this free show will fill up fast! For more information and a comprehensive list of bands who made the Top Ten, check out Willamette Weekly’s Best New Band 2012.

3. Beach Fossils w/ Mac DeMarco & White Fang
Where: Bunk Bar
How Much: $12
When: Saturday, May 12th – 10pm
Why: Formed by Dustin Payseur in 2009, Brooklyn’s Beach Fossils have undergone plenty of line-up changes while constantly touring in their three years of existence. With a solid and devoted fanbase throughout the country, the self-titled debut immediately received favorable reviews in 2010 and the band continued the success with 2011′s What a Pleasure EP. Their dreamy summertime jams will make you yearn for those long lying-on-a-blanket-in-the-park kinda days.

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What’s Going On: 03/28 – 04/04

1. Fine Pets w/ The Dead Beat & Industrial Park
Where: Valentine’s
How Much: Free
When: Wednesday, March 28th–9pm
Why: According to Facebook, the elusive Woody Allen will be there. If that’s not enough to intrigue you, rising from the ashes of Best Supporting Actress comes newly formed Fine Pets. They describe their sound as “waves of prickling treble…warbled screams and distant melodies”. And even wetter behind the ears are newcomers The Dead Beat; an all-girl shoegazy quartet with influences like Black Tambourine, The Jesus and Mary Chain, and My Bloody Valentine.

2. YACHT w/ Onuinu & Key Losers
Where: Mississippi Studios
How Much: $11
When: Thursday, March 29th–8pm
Why: ELEVEN PDX and Mississippi Studios present the first in a series of quarterly shows! We’re just a little excited about this adventure we’re embarking on with our friends Mississippi Studios, and what better way to kick off the series than an evening with YACHT! But just don’t show up late for the band you already know and love, come early for the love affair you’re about to start with the electro-pop disco-hop sounds of Onuinu. Key Losers, the new music project from singer/songwriter/guitarist (and only constant member) Katy Davidson, will kick of the night with melody-driven music.

3. Los Vigilantes w/ Therapists, Denizens & Scavengercunt
Where: East End
How Much: $5
When: Saturday, March 31st-9pm
Why: Visiting us all the way from Puerto Rico is gritty garage rock quartet Los Vigilantes! If you’re a fan of Black Lips or Davila 666, this show is the closest you’re gonna get! Therapists will be joining this night of debauchery playing some new tunes for us. Get there early for Scavengercunt and Denizens! Ring in the new month with 4 rad bands for only $5!

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What’s Going On: 02/08 – 02/15

1. High Scores and Records Presents: Event 2

Where: Holocene
How Much: $5
When: Wednesday, February 8th—8:30pm
Why: The collaborative quarterly showcase is back and bursting with some of Portland’s finest. Featuring gems like Claudia Meza (Stay Clam), Shannon Steele (Typhoon), Richard Laws (Hosannas), Chris Cantino (Archers), Dorian Duvall (Onuinu), Booth Wilson (Support Force), and poetry by Gary Burns.

2. Wilco w/ White Denim

Where: Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall
How Much: $53.50
When: Wednesday, February 8th—8pm
Why: If you love Wilco, this is the most amazing thing ever. If you don’t love Wilco, White Denim is playing. White Denim is a trailblazing quartet from Austin, TX who has no trouble getting into it with driving drum beats and catchy, psychadelic guitar hooks. The Schnitz provides a unique experience for both the fans and these bands, who are all accustomed to hanging out in a more dressed down environment.

3. The Pharmacy w/ The Shivas & Ghost Mom

Where: Ella St. Social Club
How Much: $5
When: Thursday, February 9th—9pm
Why: Garage-pop stoner-sprinkled rock trio The Pharmacy pay the Rose City a visit in support of their latest 7’’ Dig Your Grave. Joining them are the ever-delightful Shivas, the unabashedly awesome Ghost Mom, and punky surf-garage outfit Mythological Horses.

4. SXSW Portland Showcase Fundraiser!

Where: Bunk Bar
How Much: $5-$10 suggested donation
When: Friday, February 10th—9:30pm
Why: Presented to you by Bunk Bar, Octopus Entertainment, Tender Loving Empire, A to Z Media, and Eleven Magazine! We’re raising money to showcase NINETEEN Portland bands! Holy moly! What better way than with a party, music, and booze! All proceeds from drink special sales go to the PDX SXSW fund. Let’s make it awesome!

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What’s Going On: 11/16 – 11/23

1. Mark Sultan w/ The Shivas, Still Caves, & Thee Headliners
Where: East End
How Much: $12
When: Wednesday, November 16 – 9pm
Why: Arguably the hardest working one-man-band these days is Mr. Mark Sultan (aka BBQ, from King Khan & BBQ Show). Constantly touring all over the world, he has recently released not one, not two, but three albums! Sultan croons, plays guitar, provides percussion, and will knock your socks off!

2. Apes Tapes Label Showcase!



Where: Holocene
How Much: $5
When: Thursday, November 17 – 8:30pm
Why: Local cassette label Apes Tapes celebrates their one year birthday with a plethora of talented acts including: Onuinu, Adventures With Might, Vanimal (special reunion performance!), XDS, Pegasus Dream, and Palmas DJs. Of course it wouldn’t be a party without a few surprise guests!

3. Crooked Fingers
Where: Mississippi Studios
How Much: $15
When: Saturday, November 19 – 8:30pm
Why: Archers of Loaf frontman, Eric Bachmann, stops in town to give us a taste of what his solo act is up to these days.  Dubbed as one of his strongest set of songs of Bachmann’s career, it’s where gruff meets beauty—with a dash of Archers for good measure. Get there early and warm up with a hot toddy and the soothing Strand of Oaks.

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