Leif & Aileen play bluegrass inspired music featuring guitar, bass, and vocal harmonies. At times traditional, while usually way off the beaten path, their style incorporates a blend of everything they've ever heard. And while their instrumentation may be scarce, they aim to create a full and dynamic picture in their attempt to touch you […]
Whiskey Deaf plays Bluegrass Wednesday one more time at the Gastro Mania Vault. One of my favorites and a regular at the Vault, Annie Staninec and John Kael (maybe others too?) will play one of the last Bluegrass Wednesday shows at the Vault. Show starts at 7pm. $7 cover
Hey, Portland! Kristen Grainger & True North want to rock your Wednesday - come join us for lots of tunes old, new, borrowed and blue(grass). “True North plays tunes so smooth it brings to mind pop-bluegrass artists like Allison Krause and Union Station as well as old country legends like Hank Williams “ Kim Ruehl/ […]
Come join us for another Fiddle Night on October 2 at 7pm! This round we'll more of Portlands best fiddlers featuring Annie Stannic, James Mason, Ben Blechman and Luke Price. This should be a great show so don't miss out! Cover is $10 for this special event. All proceeds go to the musicians.
The Bluegrass Wednesday series continues at the Gastro Mania Vault. This week features the John Montgomery Band. The John Montgomery Band is a bluegrass band based in Portland, Oregon. The band is known for its authentic traditional vocal presentation of the genre and includes some of the best instrumentalists in the area. While the band […]
The series of “Bluegrass Wednesday’s” continues September 18 with Whiskey Deaf at the Gastro Mania Vault in Multnomah village. 7-9PM. $7 cover. Whiskey Deaf is Annie Staninec & John Kael and friends Annie Staninec has been playing fiddle since the age of four, and can rattle your teeth with a bluegrass breakdown, tug at your […]
The bluegrass Wednesday series continues on September 11 with Ash Creek at the Gastro Mania Vault. Ash Creek explores the frontiers between bluegrass, folk, and traditional country music. Gene Alger plays banjo; Larry Ullman plays bass; Tim Howell plays guitar; Clayton Knight plays mandolin and fiddle. We all share lead and harmony vocals.
The Bluegrass Wednesday series continues on September 4 with the John Montgomery Band. The John Montgomery Band is a bluegrass band based in Portland, Oregon. The band is known for its authentic traditional vocal presentation of the genre and includes some of the best instrumentalists in the area. While the band reaches into the past […]
Big Dickens is Steve Reischman, Dee Johnson, Linda Leavitt, Kevin Healy, Ellie Hakansson (when available!). They play classic country and traditional bluegrass music. Come on by and say “hello”!
The series of “Bluegrass Wednesday’s” continues August 21 with Whiskey Deaf at the Gastro Mania Vault in Multnomah village. 7-9PM. $7 cover. Whiskey Deaf is Annie Staninec & John Kael and friends Annie Staninec has been playing fiddle since the age of four, and can rattle your teeth with a bluegrass breakdown, tug at your […]
This week Bluegrass Wednesday will feature Slipshod. Slipshod is Matt Snook (dobro and banjo) and Steve Blanchard (guitar and mandolin). They met a number of years ago as part of the Northwest Bluegrass community and became fast friends and picking partners. They have similar musical styles, yet they draw on many different influences like Gordon […]
Bluegrass Wednesday on August 7 features Mountain Honey. Mountain Honey features Linda Leavitt (vocals, guitar, mandolin), Dee Johnson (vocals, bass), Greg Stone (vocals, guitar) and Mike Stahlman (vocals, banjo). Sweet and golden acoustic music inspired by traditional bluegrass, with driving banjo and high lonesome harmonies is what Mountain Honey offers. This all ages show starts at […]
Bluegrass Wednesday on July 31 will feature the Horsenecks! With roots in Portland Oregon and Liverpool England, The Horsenecks play hard-hitting and heartfelt Old Time and classic Bluegrass music. The members formed a strong musical bond after meeting at a festival in 2012 and have been performing and touring together ever since. With driving old […]
Like the best gumbos, each ingredient pops with flavor, the notes hand-pressed with raw emotion and garnished with intentional love. Whether performing a classic Stanley Brothers number such as “Highway of Regret” or their own “We Ain’t Even Friends”, Rowdy Mountain makes real music and it really moves. At its core, Rowdy Mountain is Papa […]
Bluegrass Wednesday’s continues July 17 with the Filthy Skillets at the Gastro Mania Vault in Multnomah village. 7-9PM. $5 cover. The Filthy Skillets will show you a good time. This 5 piece Portland based bluegrass band is deeply rooted in traditional Bluegrass but draws from a wide variety of music styles. They'll play you some […]
Bluegrass Wednesday's continues on Wednesday, July 10 with Mountain Honey! Mountain Honey features Linda Leavitt (vocals, guitar, mandolin), Dee Johnson (vocals, bass), Greg Stone (vocals, guitar) and Mike Stahlman (vocals, banjo). Sweet and golden acoustic music inspired by traditional bluegrass, with driving banjo and high lonesome harmonies is what Mountain Honey offers. The show starts at […]
The series of bluegrass and related music continues on Wednesday, July 3 at Gastro Mania with Never Come Down! Built on bluegrass instrumentation, Never Come Down's sound is a blend of country, folk and soulful Americana. Fronted by singer-songwriters Joe Suskind and Crystal Lariza, the seven piece released their debut self-titled album last September. Since […]
Bluegrass Wednesday on June 26 will feature Leif and Aileen Halvorson. Leif & Aileen play bluegrass inspired music featuring guitar, bass, and vocal harmonies. At times traditional, while usually way off the beaten path, their style incorporates a blend of everything they've ever heard. And while their instrumentation may be scarce, they aim to create […]
Bluegrass Wednesday’s continues June 19 with JT and Rowdy Mountain at the Vault of Gastro Mania in Multnomah village. 7-9PM. $5 cover. Known for his smooth, clear voice and authentic phrasing, Jonathan “JT” Trawick continues a rich tradition of singing and storytelling from deep within the Ozark hills. Gracing stages all across the United States, JT has […]
The John Montgomery Band will play a special "Bluegrass Tuesday" at Gastro Mania. John's band will include himself, Seth Wiggins, Kaden Hurst, Linda Leavitt and Delores Johnson. This group of talented musicians will be featured on a special Tuesday night bluegrass show. This all ages show starts at 7pm. There's a $5 cover charge and […]
Bluegrass Wednesday’s continues June 5 with Whistlin' Rufus at the Annex of Gastro Mania in Multnomah village. 7-9PM. $5 cover. The Whistlin' Rufus musicians bring a lot of experience to the stage and have roots in Classical, Irish, Folk, Bluegrass, Rock and Roll and Jazz music. When you stir it all together combining their exciting knack for […]