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Fog Holler is a bluegrass band with an edge. What gives them that edge is a topic of hot debate. For some, it’s musicianship – these bluegrass cats shred. For others, it’s the songwriting, traditional in style but topical in substance. Sometimes, they undeniably snare people with the squad factor – folks see 4 grown […]

Portland’s iconic bluegrass band with their 20+ year residency at the Laurelthirst. Free show.

Traditional music is not static; it shifts with the times, uncovering new meanings in old words, new ways of talking about the communal pathways that led us to where we are today. For master musicians Allison de Groot & Tatiana Hargreaves, traditional banjo and fiddle music is a way to interpret our uncertain times. History, […]

Traditional music is not static; it shifts with the times, uncovering new meanings in old words, new ways of talking about the communal pathways that led us to where we are today. For master musicians Allison de Groot & Tatiana Hargreaves, traditional banjo and fiddle music is a way to interpret our uncertain times. History, family, literature, live […]

Ripping, newer local bluegrass combo, ready to rip it up for a FREE Wednesday night show! Do tip the band, though! 9 pm

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

Join us in welcoming Eight Dollar Mountain to the Dos Mariposas stage! Eight Dollar Mountain serves up neo-traditional bluegrass blended with old-time country, blues, and gospel harmonies, to audiences up and down the West Coast. Their hard-driving rhythms pull you onto the dance floor, while their clear, purposeful sound reflects the traditions of mountain music. […]

Blackstrap brings you some hard driving bluegrass with catchy originals that give a nod to the roots of Americana music, Cosmic twang, and Jamgrass.

The Rosa Lees is one of the new bluegrass bands here in our beautiful state. They are Jessie Monter, fiddle; Holly Hurley, bass; Racjel Buklad, banjo and fiddle; and Bekkah Mcalvage, guitar. They feature fresh bluegrass, old-time, and roots music from the hills of Southern Oregon. 

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 fashioned sound inspired by the […]

From Portland, Oregon, Lost Creek sings and twangs about happiness and heartache in the bluegrass style. For years they’ve delighted audiences at festivals, street corners, dances, and weddings throughout Oregon and Washington.

Fog Holler is a bluegrass band with an edge. What gives them that edge is a topic of hot debate. For some, it’s musicianship – these bluegrass cats shred. For others, it’s the songwriting, traditional in style but topical in substance. Sometimes, they undeniably snare people with the squad factor – folks see 4 grown […]

Welcome to the Sunny South Bluegrass Band website. Sunny South is one of the top bluegrass bands playing in the Portland, Oregon area. They play fiery bluegrass with tight harmonies, and wonderful musicianship. They have been playing together in various configurations for over 30 years and cover a wide range of bluegrass styles and eras. Led […]

Tuesday String Band will be performing for the first time at The Jazz Station in Eugene as part of their First Thursday Acoustic Americana Series! The Jazz Station is operated by the Willamette Jazz Society, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, and they're powered by a great team of volunteers and a community of over 120 members […]

The Muddy Souls are a leading progressive/jamgrass band based in Eugene, OR featuring original songs, virtuosic improvisation, tight vocal harmonies, and a high-octane groove that always has the dance floor bouncing. Formed in 2018, the band has four albums of completely original music, and has played nearly 300 concerts across the Pacific Northwest, Canada and […]

Join Never Come Down at the Showdown PDX to celebrate the release of their album Greener Pastures! Weaving together modern and traditional styles of bluegrass and americana, Never Come Down is a Portland, Oregon based 5-piece composed of Joe Suskind (guitar), Crystal Lariza (vocals), Brian Alley (banjo), Kaden Hurst (mandolin), and Ben Ticknor (bass). Their […]

Syco Billy’s String Band is a bluegrass and americana ensemble that tightly wraps the eclectic tastes of the members refined by decades of musical experience around a solid bluegrass core layered with honeyed strings and rich harmonies.

The Spray General Store is a renovated community space with an intended purpose of sharing creative spark through art, music, workshops and special events. This historical building has been renovated through the efforts and contributions of a number of individuals and organizations interested in historical preservation, community building, and the arts. Tuesday String Band is […]

Join Never Come Down with special guests Skillethead at Open Space Studios in Bend to celebrate the release of their album Greener Pastures! Weaving together modern and traditional styles of bluegrass and americana, Never Come Down is a Portland, Oregon based 5-piece composed of Joe Suskind (guitar), Crystal Lariza (vocals), Brian Alley (banjo), Kaden Hurst […]

Fog Holler is a bluegrass band with an edge. What gives them that edge is a topic of hot debate. For some, it’s musicianship – these bluegrass cats shred. For others, it’s the songwriting, traditional in style but topical in substance. Sometimes, they undeniably snare people with the squad factor – folks see 4 grown […]

Come see the SunFish Duo perform! Enjoy the roots of bluegrass, country, and old-time music. Free entry, tips encouraged for performers. Open mic available to the public!

Portland’s iconic bluegrass band with their 20+ year residency at the Laurelthirst. Free show.

Grammy nominated and 10-time International Bluegrass Music Association Bass Player of the Year, Missy Raines has received this honor more than any other bass player in the history of the organization. She is a bass player’s bass player, a singer, songwriter, teacher, sideman and bandleader. She’s also received multiple awards from the IBMA for Recorded […]

Syco Billy’s String Band is a bluegrass and americana ensemble that tightly wraps the eclectic tastes of the members refined by decades of musical experience around a solid bluegrass core layered with honeyed strings and rich harmonies.

Grammy nominated and 10-time International Bluegrass Music Association Bass Player of the Year, Missy Raines has received this honor more than any other bass player in the history of the organization. She is a bass player’s bass player, a singer, songwriter, teacher, sideman and bandleader. She's also received multiple awards from the IBMA for Recorded […]

Rising from the Cascade-Siskiyou Mountain range of Southern Oregon comes Eight Dollar Mountain, an exciting, high-energy bluegrass quintet. The group effortlessly blends whitewater-fast rhythms, tasteful harmony arrangements and plenty of low-end thump for a live performance that is sure to get crowds dancing and hollering for more. Eight Dollar Mountain serves up neo-traditional bluegrass blended […]

If you were to bump into a member of the County Fools in the real world - walking the streets of Portland, kicked back on a barstool, or wandering in a hayfield - you might think to yourself "Hey, these are some good timin' guys. There's not a serious thing about these fellas. They're just […]

Grammy-award winner and member of the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame Peter Rowan is a singer-songwriter with a career spanning over five decades. From his early years playing under the tutelage of Bluegrass veteran Bill Monroe, to his time in Old & In the Way and his breakout as a solo musician and bandleader, Rowan […]

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 Bluegrass Association and continues to host "Music From the True Vine" on KBOO-FM, the […]

Syco Billy’s String Band is a bluegrass and americana ensemble that tightly wraps the eclectic tastes of the members refined by decades of musical experience around a solid bluegrass core layered with honeyed strings and rich harmonies.

Grammy-award winner and member of the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame Peter Rowan is a singer-songwriter with a career spanning over five decades. From his early years playing under the tutelage of Bluegrass veteran Bill Monroe, to his time in Old & In the Way and his breakout as a solo musician and bandleader, Rowan has built […]

Water Tower is the current moniker of multi-instrumentalist Kenny Feinstein’s musical brainchild, originally founded in 2005 in Portland. While their lineup has evolved over time, fueled by Feinstein’s masterful song-crafting, fiercely DIY approach, and genre-bending sonic identity, Water Tower have established themselves as a global force to be reckoned with. Pioneers of a new wave […]

Join Whiskey Deaf Duet at Columbia Farms for some Twilight Pickin'! 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 […]

Fog Holler is a bluegrass band with an edge. What gives them that edge is a topic of hot debate. For some, it’s musicianship – these bluegrass cats shred. For others, it’s the songwriting, traditional in style but topical in substance. Sometimes, they undeniably snare people with the squad factor – folks see 4 grown […]

Setting roots in the high and dry Central Oregon desert, Skillethead calls forth the best of bluegrass old and new. They ground themselves firmly in the bluegrass traditions of driving fiddle tunes, layered harmonies, and single mics, all the while weaving in inspiration and originality gleaned from genres far and wide. You can expect to hear a […]

Thursday June 20th Wildwood Bluegrass band will be playing the courtyard at the McKenzie General Store's Obsidian Grill, 6-9pm. Hope to see ya'll out there to join us as they celebrate the summers solstice. Free show, all ages.

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.

The Mountain Grass Unit consists of three Birmingham pickers: Drury Anderson (mandolin and vocals), Luke Black (acoustic guitar and banjo), and Sam Wilson (upright bass). The Mountain Grass Unit has played music festivals, private functions and multiple music venues, playing bluegrass tunes and adding a bluegrass touch to country, jazz, funk, rock, and even metal. […]

Tuesday String Band is a bluegrass trio of young music professionals who met through the music program at Western Oregon University. They love entertaining crowds with fast pickin’, humorous onstage banter, and string band versions of music from a wide variety of styles. These boys have performed in numerous Oregon cities and are all working […]

Based in Sisters, Oregon, Rock Ridge specializes in bluesy vocal-based deep-groove bluegrass music with a solid traditional approach. They perform traditional & contemporary bluegrass, featuring original material as well as traditional country duets.  Each of the Rock Ridge members is a veteran musician having played in some of the finest bluegrass bands on the west coast.

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 Bluegrass Association and continues to […]

Corral Creek has been described as hitting the stage like pigs out of a bog, must be the songs and laughter we share. Together 21 years and counting, Corral Creek has been asked to return to the same venues year after year to share songs and stories. Nothing like folks clapping and singing along to […]

Syco Billy’s String Band is a bluegrass and americana ensemble that tightly wraps the eclectic tastes of the members refined by decades of musical experience around a solid bluegrass core layered with honeyed strings and rich harmonies.

Join Whiskey Deaf Duet at T.C. O'Leary's! 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 […]

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 fashioned sound inspired by the […]

Portland’s iconic bluegrass band with their 20+ year residency at the Laurelthirst. Free show.

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.

Celebrate the summer in style with Music on the Lawn at The Oregon Garden! This summer music series takes place two Thursdays a month from June through September, and features a lineup of beloved local musicians as well as food and drinks. Even better, your ticket includes after hours admission to The Oregon Garden, a […]

PNW acoustic trio reimagining bluegrass with elements of jazz/folk/pop/R&B.

Fog Holler is a bluegrass band with an edge. What gives the band that edge is a topic of hot debate. For some, it's musicianship - these bluegrass cats shred. For others, it's the songwriting, traditional in style but topical in substance. Sometimes, they undeniably snare people with the squad factor - folks see 4 […]

Sunny South Bluegrass Band playing Thursday night bluegrass at the Muddy Rudder. Sunny South is one of the top bluegrass bands playing in the Portland, Oregon area. They play fiery bluegrass with tight harmonies, and wonderful musicianship. They have been playing together in various configurations for over 30 years and cover a wide range of […]

Fog Holler is a bluegrass band with an edge. What gives them that edge is a topic of hot debate. For some, it’s musicianship – these bluegrass cats shred. For others, it’s the songwriting, traditional in style but topical in substance. Sometimes, they undeniably snare people with the squad factor – folks see 4 grown […]

Tuesday String Band is a bluegrass trio of young music professionals who met through the music program at Western Oregon University. They love entertaining crowds with fast pickin’, humorous onstage banter, and string band versions of music from a wide variety of styles. These boys have performed in numerous Oregon cities and are all working […]

Whether traveling to gigs on horseback or by tour bus, Americana mavens The Brothers Comatose forge their own path with raucous West Coast renderings of traditional bluegrass, country and rock ‘n’ roll music. The five-piece string band is anything but a traditional acoustic outfit with their fierce musicianship and rowdy, rock concert-like shows. Bring a […]

With their fast picking and fresh arrangements, ShadowGrass is moving forward in the bluegrass genre by incorporating each member's varied influences into a fresh project that branches outside the bounds of traditional music while maintaining traditional instrumentation. Each of the band members grew up in a culturally rich area of traditional music, which heavily influences […]

Jacob Jolliff is one of the country's premier contemporary mandolinists. Jacob toured as a member of the beloved New England roots band, Joy Kills Sorrow, while attending Berklee School of Music on a full scholarship. In 2012, Jolliff won the National Mandolin Championship in Winfield, KS. A fixture of the national bluegrass community, he has […]

Staying true to tradition while maintaining a bold irreverence is something that rarely goes hand-in-hand, but Hogslop String Band manages to walk that line. With their roots in old-time string band music, and their energy based in wild rock- and-roll; you could almost call them punk purists. They thrive on crossing genres, casting off the […]

This Open Mic features Bluegrass (Bands and Duos) performing short sets.  Good people and great beer. https://forms.gle/GqkAzuF91Q5WoJNA9 https://www.threshold.beer/  

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.

Tuesday String Band is a bluegrass trio of young music professionals who met through the music program at Western Oregon University. They love entertaining crowds with fast pickin’, humorous onstage banter, and string band versions of music from a wide variety of styles. These boys have performed in numerous Oregon cities and are all working […]

Rising from the Cascade-Siskiyou Mountain range of Southern Oregon comes Eight Dollar Mountain, an exciting, high-energy bluegrass quintet. The group effortlessly blends whitewater-fast rhythms, tasteful harmony arrangements and plenty of low-end thump for a live performance that is sure to get crowds dancing and hollering for more. Eight Dollar Mountain serves up neo-traditional bluegrass blended […]

True North Duo never gets tired of playing this favorite venue. An intimate experience every single time. Come and catch them in duo format as they share the night with a great duo from Spokane, Greg and Caridwen Spatz. Email Sharon at sharon.hayloft@gmail.com for ticket information and directions.

Jacob Jolliff is one of the country’s premier contemporary mandolinists. Jacob toured as a member of the beloved New England roots band, Joy Kills Sorrow, while attending Berklee School of Music on a full scholarship. In 2012, Jolliff won the National Mandolin Championship in Winfield, KS. A fixture of the national bluegrass community, he has […]

THE JACOB JOLLIFF BAND RETURNS FOR THE BEST MONDAY NIGHT SHOW IN AMERICA, WITH MYLES SLONIKER, ROSS MARTIN AND GEORGE JACKSON Jacob Jolliff is one of the country’s premier contemporary mandolinists. Jacob toured as a member of the beloved New England roots band, Joy Kills Sorrow, while attending Berklee School of Music on a full […]

From Portland, Oregon, Lost Creek sings and twangs about happiness and heartache in the bluegrass style. For years they’ve delighted audiences at festivals, street corners, dances, and weddings throughout Oregon and Washington.

Join Whiskey Deaf Duet at Columbia Farms for some Twilight Pickin’! 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 […]

PNW bluegrass trio showcasing traditional tunes and contemporary reimaginings of popular music. When your pickins’ are slim, be sure to sing along with Dadweed and some of the finest pickers in Portland!

Setting roots in the high and dry Central Oregon desert, Skillethead calls forth the best of bluegrass old and new. They ground themselves firmly in the bluegrass traditions of driving fiddle tunes, layered harmonies, and single mics, all the while weaving in inspiration and originality gleaned from genres far and wide. You can expect to hear a […]

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.

Acoustic Music from the Great Northwest!

Fresh bluegrass, old-time, and roots music from the hills of Southern Oregon playing at Oshawa Farm Herb Camp!  

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 fashioned sound inspired by the […]

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. Free Range is two voices, accompanied by guitar, banjo and dobro.  You'll recognize some […]

Fresh bluegrass, old-time, and roots music from the hills of Southern Oregon playing at Belle Fiore Estate and Winery!

The Muddy Souls are a leading progressive/jamgrass band based in Eugene, OR featuring original songs, virtuosic improvisation, tight vocal harmonies, and a high-octane groove that always has the dance floor bouncing. Formed in 2018, the band has four albums of completely original music, and has played nearly 300 concerts across the Pacific Northwest, Canada and […]

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 Bluegrass Association and continues to host “Music From the True Vine” on KBOO-FM, the […]