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Josh Cole has been playing bluegrass in the Pacific Northwest for over 25 years. It started in the late 90s, when he first heard “Midnight Moonlight” from Old and In the Way. That moment forever bonded Josh to bluegrass music. He went on to serve as President of the Oregon

The Filthy Skillets are a Portland-based bluegrass band known for their lively performances and dynamic blend of traditional and modern stringband sounds. Much like a well-seasoned cast iron pan, their music brings together a mix of ingredients — from classic bluegrass and western swing to country and rock and roll

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Free Range - Free Range is a musical duo that's out to make sure its audiences enjoy every song. Drawing from bluegrass, country and folk traditions, they sing and play simple music that makes for great listening. In short, their music is user friendly. Blackbird Cole Band - Soulful traditional

Sunny South is one of the top bluegrass bands in the Portland, Oregon area, playing fiery bluegrass with tight harmonies and wonderful musicianship. Sunny South has played together in various configurations for over 30 years. Founding members Mike Stahlman (banjo) and Dave Elliott (mandolin) are joined by Steve Reischman (guitar), Dee

This dynamic duo brings a broad and diverse range of music, including originals, familiar melodies and dynamic instrumentals through unique vocal interpretations, beautiful harmonies, and humor.   Presented in partnership with Oregon Bluegrass Association

Whiskey Deaf performs bluegrass, old-time and early country, mostly drawn from early pioneers in the music, and brings to the stage many years of professional experience and skill. Their shows are always spontaneous, entertaining, and joyous, and feature exciting instrumental work and a unique repertoire of interesting songs and tunes.

Syco Billy's are more than just a band—they’re the heartbeat of a progressive bluegrass movement that blends Americana, folk, and newgrass with a touch of French influence. Their sound bursts with tight harmonies, soulful vocals, and high-energy performances that ignite every stage. With exceptional musicianship and undeniable camaraderie, this 5-piece

Sunny South is one of the top bluegrass bands in the Portland, Oregon area, playing fiery bluegrass with tight harmonies and wonderful musicianship. Sunny South has played together in various configurations for over 30 years. Founding members Mike Stahlman (banjo) and Dave Elliott (mandolin) are joined by Steve Reischman (guitar), Dee

Thunder Ridge is a straight-ahead bluegrass band from Portland, OR. The traditional five-piece band is made up of banjo, guitar, mandolin, bass and fiddle. They will steal your heart with hard driving vocal harmonies and instrumentals. Allow them to take you down a path of yesteryear with a good old

Newgrass, acoustic americana, three part harmonies

Tim O’Brien has been an essential part of the fabric of the folk, bluegrass and Americana scenes for the past fifty years. Having performed with his wife Jan Fabricius nationally and internationally since 2015, their deep collaboration has served as a narrative of the couple’s life together. In concert with

The Rosa Lees hail from the hills of sunny Southern Oregon and trace a distinct line between their music and the vision of female bluegrass pioneers such as Hazel Dickens, Alice Gerrard, Rose Maddox, and beyond. At the forefront of their music lies an emphasis on closely blended harmonies, hard-charging

Grateful Puppy at Mississippi Pizza! Come on out - it's free and all ages!

Playing a mix of Bluegrass, old-time, classic country tunes and a few originals, the RIR are a soulful and high-energy blend of the best in traditional American folk music. The band features the sweet harmonies of Richard Melling (lead guitar and songwriter) and Karen McCracken (guitar and clawhammer banjo), the

The Jackstraw boys return for their “2nd and 4th Tuesdays” regular bluegrass happy hour!

Bean Water. We're a band! Monthly on every last Wednesday

The Filthy Skillets are a Portland-based bluegrass band known for their lively performances and dynamic blend of traditional and modern stringband sounds. Much like a well-seasoned cast iron pan, their music brings together a mix of ingredients — from classic bluegrass and western swing to country and rock and roll

Fern Hill approaches its bluegrass music in the style of the classic bands of the 1950's.

Syco Billy's are more than just a band—they’re the heartbeat of a progressive bluegrass movement that blends Americana, folk, and newgrass with a touch of French influence. Their sound bursts with tight harmonies, soulful vocals, and high-energy performances that ignite every stage. With exceptional musicianship and undeniable camaraderie, this 5-piece

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Dander - Bluegrass? Americana? Just three guys inspired by Bill Monroe, Willie Nelson and Jerry Garcia(and our pets), picking tunes and having a good time Beacon Rock Bluegrass Band - Created for an annual weekend campout that gave the band its name, Beacon Rock marries the spirit of campfire jams

Backup & Push is a 5 piece bluegrass band situated in Welches, Oregon. We play traditional bluegrass, and Americana music.