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Portland author Michael Heald

In this month’s literary arts section, Michael Heald, owner of Perfect Day Publishing and author of “Goodbye to the Nervous Apprehension,” discusses what it takes to run an independent press, how to curate a novel, and his writing as an essayist and a journalist.

Marching Church

Marching Church plays on Jan. 14 at Mississippi Studios. In this month’s Aural Fix section, we praise their genuine attempt at countercultural writing.

Video Premiere: Lorain – “All That Much”

Watch the music video premiere of Lorain’s “All That Much.”

The Best 11 Local Releases of 2016

While 2016 was a dark stretch in so many ways, it was a bountiful year for Portland music. Read on as we count down our favorite 11 local albums.

Glass Animals

Oxfordshire quartet deliver party music for introverts on sophomore album “How To Be A Human Being.” The band plays Crystal Ballroom on Dec. 14.

“Sweet, Simple Things” by Minden

Minden’s new release, “Sweet, Simple Things,” evokes too many flavors to name, but it all adds up to a catchy, robust sophomore effort.

David Bazan

In this month’s cover feature, David Bazan discusses performing with digital technology, composing with the body, and how to honor the baby Jesus by calling out evil. Read all about it, and catch him live at Revolution Hall on Dec. 17

Portland writer Kait Heacock

In this month’s literary arts interview, writer Kait Heacock discusses her acute examinations of family in her new short story collection, admiring Raymond Carver, and aiming to make a mark in Pacific Northwest literature.

Song Premiere: Yardsss – 3331

Check out this melodic new track from Portland rock band Yardsss: Via Yardsss: “Another in the…

Noise & Color PDX merges with ELEVEN PDX Magazine

Following two years of independently striving to put a spotlight on the most distinctive of…